Daum Nancy vase in pink acid-etched (frosted) glass with hand-painted green floral decoration and accents in gold enamel, signed Daum Nancy with the Cross of Lorraine. A refined cabinet piece from the French Art Nouveau period, it shows the soft translucency and delicate colour palette characteristic of the Nancy workshop, with crisp etching and luminous gilding that catch the light beautifully.
The compact, upright profile gives this Daum Nancy vase an elegant presence despite its miniature size. The etched ground creates a gentle, velvety surface that contrasts with the glossy enamelled motifs, while the gilt lines emphasise the rhythm of the decoration. The overall harmony of colour, technique and proportion reflects the workshop’s highest standards around 1900–1920.
Maker / Attribution: Daum, Nancy — signed in gold with Cross of Lorraine
Date: c. 1900–1920
Technique / Decoration: Acid-etched (frosted) glass with painted green floral motifs and gold enamel highlights
Materials: Frosted glass, enamel, gilding
Dimensions
Height: 11.5 cm / 4.52 in
Width: 5.5 cm / 2.16 in
Depth: 5.5 cm / 2.16 in
Condition: Excellent; no chips, cracks or restoration. Clean, even frosting with bright, well-preserved gilding and enamel.
Notes for collectors: Works bearing the gold signature and Cross of Lorraine are associated with authenticated production from the Nancy studio. This Daum Nancy vase is an ideal cabinet example—scholarly, decorative and perfectly sized for display—representing the elegance and technical finesse of French Art Nouveau glass at the turn of the century.
