Two Bohemian ruby overlay and clear cut-glass vases, late 19th century, one of octagonal form in two sections, the other hexagonal in three sections, each decorated overall with intricate gilt designs, the bodies with ruby coloured lozenges, 55cm...

Two Bohemian ruby overlay and clear cut-glass vases, late 19th century, one of octagonal form in two sections, the other hexagonal in three sections, each decorated overall with intricate gilt designs, the bodies with ruby coloured lozenges, 55cm and 45.5cm high (2)
The larger vases is in two sections and screws together. There are losses to the screw thread and the two sections do not fir tightly together. The rim with some tiny nicks. The gilt decoration with worn and scuffed in areas. The hexagonal vase is made in three sections which are all fixed together and firmly in place so they cannot be unscrewed. The rim with a restored break measuring approx 5 x 2cm. Further tiny nicks to extremities and wear to the gilt decoration to be expected with age and use.