Bohemia, a historic region in Central Europe, emerged as a leading centre of decorative arts in the 19th century, celebrated especially for its extraordinary glassmaking traditions. Renowned for its vibrant colours, gilt embellishments, and masterful copper wheel engravings—often depicting intricate hunting scenes—Bohemian glass was produced to the highest standard and crafted into vases, bottles, chandeliers, and fine jewellery.
Many pieces featured richly coloured cased glass in ruby, yellow, blue, or green, finished with hand-painted details and luxurious gold accents.
Alongside its famed glass, Bohemia also produced distinctive ceramics: vividly coloured, finely patterned, and widely used in domestic and ecclesiastical settings.
Today, these finely crafted pieces are coveted by collectors for their rarity, beauty, and historic craftsmanship. At Nicholas Wells Antiques, we proudly offer a curated selection of 19th-century Bohemian decorative arts, including hand-blown glass, porcelain, and ornate metalwork.
Each item in our collection reflects the exceptional artistry of Bohemian makers and serves as an enduring testament to one of Europe’s most refined artistic legacies.
