1960s Green German Crystal Bowl. Sticker. Light Green.

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This is a vintage hand-cut green lead-crystal bowl or ashtray, most likely West German and dating to approximately the 1960s … Read more This is a vintage hand-cut green lead-crystal bowl or ashtray, most likely West German and dating to approximately the 1960s to 1970s. The substantial geometric form, sharply polished facets, triangular recessed well, and pale emerald coloration are characteristic of mid-century European decorative lead crystal. The surviving foil label reads “Genuine Handcut Lead Crystal,” which supports the material identification. Comparable West German export crystal from this period often carried generic labels rather than a specific factory name, so I would not attribute this securely to Nachtmann, Hofbauer, or another individual manufacturer without an additional mark or documented provenance.
It is particularly appealing because of its large 16 × 16 cm scale, architectural faceting, original label, and apparently excellent condition. The design functions equally well as an ashtray, vide-poche, or decorative crystal bowl. Unattributed German lead crystal generally trades below documented examples by major makers, although unusual geometric forms and strong colors command better prices than conventional cut-crystal tableware. Given the quality of the cutting, attractive green color, original label, and lack of visible damage, this example sits toward the stronger end of the unidentified West German crystal market. See less