Rare Bohemian chalice from the Biedermeier period, in transparent and fluorescent Uranium glass.

Rare Bohemian chalice from the Biedermeier period, in transparent crystal called "Annagruen-Uranové sklo", with a characteristic fluorescent green-yellow color. Wheel engravings on the 4 sides, of respective sources of "Karlsbad", current Karlovy Vary", Western Bohemia. Inscription on the base "souvenir from Karlsbad". In perfect condition. Bohemia, second quarter of the 19th century. Height 14.7 cm. Literature: Johann Kraftner. Glass und Farbe. Das Boemisches Glas - Passauer Glasmuseum, Pazourek - Galser der Biedermeierzeit. Alt. cm. 14.3. In perfect condition. The invention of Uranglas glass was by Josef Riedel, a great master, artist, and entrepreneur, nicknamed King of Glass of the Jizera Mountains (Sudetenland, northern Bohemia). The invention was dedicated to his companion Anna, who became his wife in 1840. Made in various shades from fluorescent green (Annagruen) to yellow (Annagelb). This type of fluorescent glassware became very popular in 19th century Europe. The first artifacts of this type, with refined craftsmanship, are very rare and sought after.