Posted 13 years ago
austrohung…
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This piece was sort of a mystery one (one of those believed to be Kralik but never proved to be), but thanks to Obscurities we know for sure it's a Franz Welz knukcle bowl, as the decor is one of the pictures he shows in one of his posts (http://www.collectorsweekly.com/stories/52309-welz-knuckel-bowls--an-assortment-of-de). By the way, he's got another post on one of the bowls: http://www.collectorsweekly.com/stories/52238-czechoslovakia-glass-franz-welz-knuckle?in=user
It really is a nice bowl, you see it and there's something special about it. I hope the details help for a better understanding of the piece.
I think you would agree the three differences between Kralik knuckle and Welz knuckle are:
1 Welz no pontil - Kralik has pontil
2 Welz has thinner glass - Kralik has thicker glass
3 Welz usually has an applied rim - Kralik rarely has an applied rim
4 Welz pings duller - Kralik pings brighter
Really helpful description of the differences Jericho, thank you.
Do love that shape! I have one in a different decor - with the Welz applied rim.
Thanks Jericho! I have seen very few kralik ones, andalways in picture, but I have to say I agree with you.
@LLL... we want to see it! :)
Thanks vetraio50, jerichojericho, czechmanczechman, guyfrmatlguyfrmatl, inkyinky, Londonloetzlearner and Bellin for yor Loves!
Soon AH - occasionally I do have to do some work!
I am new to this website, but have learned much from reading. I will post some of my pieces here soon. I just wanted to say that this is a stunning piece... the color if amazing....love it!! I have two my self and will post them soon.
I love the top view, reminds me of a sports car
Man... back for another look...I love this piece...I WANT ONE !!! lol
Wow!!!!!! Most exciting piece I've seen on CW
Thanks Aimathena!!! I am glad you like it that much!!!