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PRE-WWII ANTIQUE 1930s IRICE CZECHOSLOVAKIAN INTAGLIO PINK GLASS PERFUME BOTTLE for sale is an absolute masterpiece of pre-WWII vanity history—an exceptionally rare, authentic 1930s Art Deco \"Irice\" (Irving W. Rice & Co.) elegant pink art glass boudoir perfume bottle, imported directly from the world-famous glass foundries of Northern Bohemia, Czechoslovakia. This is not a modern reproduction or a common mid-century piece. This is a certified 85+ year-old piece of European luxury vanity art, complete with its original physical provenance intact. THE ULTIMATE COLLECTOR HIGHLIGHT: INTACT FOIL LABEL The absolute crown jewel of this specific offering is the presence of its original, 100% authentic 1930s scalloped silver foil factory label permanently affixed to the front facet slope of the base. The historic label remains remarkably crisp and fully legible, clearly stamped: \"An Irice Product - MADE IN CZECHOSLOVAKIA - IRVING W. RICE & CO. NEW YORK\"
In the vintage vanity trade, finding an original paper or foil export label surviving on pre-war Czech glass is an absolute anomaly. Because these bottles sat on humid bathroom vanities and were routinely washed in sinks over the last nine decades, 99% of these labels peeled off and dissolved generations ago. Having this physical label intact provides bulletproof provenance, transforming this bottle from a standard vintage glass piece into a museum-quality, investment-grade collector\'s prize that will instantly anchor an advanced vanity collection. EXQUISITE ART DECO DESIGN & ARCHITECTURE Every angle of this bottle showcases the world-renowned craftsmanship of pre-war Czechoslovakian glass masters: • THE BASE: Features a stunning, heavy-set pastel pink glass footprint designed with a dramatic, wide-flared faceted prism skirt. The geometric paneled ridges are reminiscent of a classic 1930s Hollywood Regency hoop skirt silhouette, expertly molded and polished to catch and refract ambient light like a prism.
• THE STOPPER: A massive, coin-shaped matching pink glass statement piece featuring a finely serrated, polished coin-edge border.
• THE INTAGLIO ARTWORK: The center of the stopper features an incredibly deep, reverse-carved Intaglio rose flower branch motif. True to the classic Czech technique, the floral scene was meticulously etched into the BACK layer of the glass disk and finished with a soft frosting. When viewed straight-on from the front, the clear, high-clarity glass on top acts as a natural magnifying lens, creating a breathtaking 3D optical illusion of a frosted rose frozen in time deep inside the crystal-clear glass. PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS & MEASUREMENTS • Overall Height: Approximately 5.5 inches (5-1/2\") tall with the stopper securely inserted into the neck.
• Material: Premium, solid, heavy-lead formulated vintage elegant glass.
• Colorway: A gorgeous, soft, highly desirable pastel pink hue (often referred to as Depression Pink or Rosaline).
• Closure: Features a precision ground-glass neck-to-stopper junction, indicating a tight, original factory-mated fit. COMPREHENSIVE CONDITION REPORT This antique piece is in truly remarkable condition given its extreme age and fragile medium. It has been meticulously preserved as a high-end heirloom display piece rather than utility barware: • GLASS CLARITY: Exceptional. The glass is beautifully bright and clear with no internal \"sick glass\" cloudiness, chemical etching, or white liquid tarnish rings inside the central perfume well. • STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY: Free of major structural cracks, deep scratches, major impact fractures, or modern repairs. • EDGE WEAR: The ground-glass neck junction fits securely into place. The base shows only the absolute minimal, light, age-appropriate friction shelf-wear scuffs on the bottom resting points, which is completely expected and proves its historical authenticity.
• FOIL STICKER: Stays tightly adhered to the glass with fantastic metallic silver depth and crisp black text alignment. Please review all provided high-resolution macro photos closely, as they act as the final visual component of this condition description. SHIPPING & handling ELITE PROTECTION An item of this rare caliber requires collector-grade transit protection. This perfume bottle will be empty of all liquid, wrapped in multiple layers of heavy-duty bubble wrap, and shipped DOUBLE-BOXED inside a thick, crush-resistant container to ensure it arrives at your doorstep in the exact condition pictured. Ships quickly and securely with tracking and full insurance. Please message with any custom inquiries or bundle requests. Don\'t miss out on this rare piece of European glass history!
