China, 1800-1900, Qing dynasty. This frosted glass vase was dipped into molten red glass while it was still warm. When cooled, the red layer was carved back using a combination of wheel-cutting, drilling and precision work with hand tools.

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China, 1800-1900, Qing dynasty. This frosted glass vase was dipped into molten red glass while it was still warm. When cooled, the red layer was carved back using a combination of wheel-cutting, drilling and precision work with hand tools.

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