Monday, October 22, 2012

JoAnn Godawa asks a question of Rande Bly on his latest comment on Rouge Flambe.

“In 1926 five pieces of Rouge Flambé were shown in an exhibition at the Ferargil Galleries, 37 East 57th Street New York City, NY.”

Rande,

Were the pieces called Rouge Flambé in this exhibition? Is there a picture of this exhibition?

Thanks,
Jo Ann

Here is Rande’s answer

Yes JoAnn Godawa they were called Rouge Flambé at the NY, NY exhibition. They were always called Rouge Flambé both in 1916 and in 1926. Even if the formula was changed they still always were called the same name. They are also called Rouge Flambé in the original line drawings. The only place the term “Rouge Flamme” shows up is in the original 1926 color add. I also believe it is a marketing name. There is no photo that I am aware of but as the story goes the 5 pieces were vases. Nine Millefiori Plates were shown also.

A question I have is value. Are the early pieces worth more? Also if the Otto Hilbert vase, which was quite orange in color, would be worth less than a piece that was more red? Steuben seemed to place on the market both red Rouge Flambé and pieces that had turned out redish/orange. This glass was so difficult to get right apparently just to get close was good enough. Does that mean the ones that have an orange tint should be worth the same because they are all Rouge Flambé? Who has any thoughts on this issue? I know 50 pieces is not a lot but before I go to Glory I am going to find me a piece.

Rande Bly

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