IN THE TASTE OF THE CRYSTAL STAIRCASE Apple blossom branch Aquarium-type vase mounted on a gilded bronze base in the Chinese style. Proof in blown glass; the title decoration is treated with kiln-embossed gold. The sides are each decorated with a hot-glued glass motif. Circa 1880. Wear to the embossed gold motifs, a small chip on one of the hot-glued cabochons. H. 18.5 cm - W. 20.5 cm - D. 18 cm