Hand-Painted Enamel Art Glass Bud Vase

This small, decorative bud vase is crafted from clear, hand-blown glass featuring elaborate enamel and hand-painted decorations. The vessel stands on a fluted, circular base characterized by pale blue and white vertical panels. The body is an ovoid or baluster shape, showcasing a vibrant exterior design consisting of horizontal, wavy green bands intertwined with thin red vertical lines, creating a lattice-like effect. The shoulder of the vase is adorned with hand-painted blue floral motifs and yellow butterfly-like accents. A pink and white beaded applied glass collar encircles the neck, leading to an upward-flaring, scalloped rim that is edged in a bold red trim. The interior of the neck shows vertical ribbing that enhances the light refraction. Based on the whimsical style and technique, this piece is likely a mid-20th-century European art glass item, possibly Italian or Bohemian in origin. The craftsmanship shows a high degree of manual skill in both glass forming and enamel application. Condition appears very good with no visible chips or cracks, though some minor atmospheric surface wear and small losses to the hand-painted enamel may be present upon closer inspection.