Stunning vintage cobalt blue cut-to-clear crystal ashtray.
Origin: Possibly Bohemian or Czech glass
Era: Mid-century (1950s-1970s estimated)
Color: Deep cobalt blue
Technique: Cut-to-clear crystal
Pattern: Circular/dot motif cut through cobalt to reveal clear glass underneath
Size: Approximately 4" in diameter
Shape: Triangular/asymmetric ashtray form
Weight: Substantial crystal weight
Craftsmanship:
The cut-to-clear technique involves layering colored glass over clear crystal, then hand-cutting or wheel-cutting through the colored layer to create designs. This labor-intensive process was a specialty of Bohemian and Czech glassmakers, renowned for their crystal artistry.