{"product_id":"crystalite-bohemia-tall-square-section-crystal-decanter-with-geometric-stopper-czech-republic","title":"Crystalite Bohemia | Twist-Body Square Decanter with Geometric Stopper | Crystal Glass | Czech Republic, contemporary","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrystalite Bohemia | Twist-Body Square Decanter with Geometric Stopper | Crystal Glass | Czech Republic, contemporary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGood glass does not need ornament — clarity is the point.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrystalite Bohemia operates within the long-established Bohemian glassmaking tradition, a region associated with some of the most refined crystal production in Europe. Since the seventeenth century, Bohemian makers have developed a reputation for clarity, weight and precision, qualities that continue to define contemporary production. Crystalite Bohemia’s work reflects this approach, favouring clean form and optical quality over applied decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe decanter rises from a broad square base, its four faces defined by sharp vertical edges that introduce a subtle twist as they ascend. This gentle rotation gives the body movement without disrupting its underlying geometry. The neck narrows to a short cylindrical collar, finished with a substantial faceted stopper — a solid, architectural form that echoes the structure below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUncoloured and uncut, the glass relies entirely on its clarity. Light moves through the body and refracts along the angled planes, shifting as the piece is viewed from different angles. The effect is controlled and deliberate, closer to architecture than ornament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no chips, scratches, or marks. The glass is bright and clear throughout. The piece is in as-new condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaker: Crystalite Bohemia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Czech Republic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Crystal glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight (to top of stopper): 27 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase dimensions: 10.3 × 10.3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStopper dimensions: 5 × 5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1,720 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: As new\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollector Appeal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContemporary Bohemian crystal occupies a distinct position within the wider glass market, offering the technical clarity and weight associated with traditional production while adopting more restrained, modern forms. Pieces such as this, which rely on proportion, balance, and optical effect rather than surface cutting, appeal to collectors and buyers seeking versatility — equally suited to display or practical use. In as-new condition, examples from Crystalite Bohemia provide an accessible entry into the Bohemian glassmaking tradition without the price levels associated with earlier cut crystal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA decanter this substantial and this clear earns its place simply by holding the light.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Dancing Faun ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45032196178120,"sku":null,"price":1350.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/3497\/2104\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_707c0037-2cc9-4841-9963-58686d0120cd.png?v=1775849548","url":"https:\/\/dancingfaun.co.za\/products\/crystalite-bohemia-tall-square-section-crystal-decanter-with-geometric-stopper-czech-republic","provider":"The Dancing Faun ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}