This ruby to clear cut piece is a stunner. Heavy. Very Deco. Tactile. Good maker. Good condition. Pen and retro eyeglasses indicate the size of this decanter..
Karl Palda - Czechoslovakian, 1930's glass designer. The firm of Karl (or Carl or Karel) Palda was founded in 1888 in Haida, Nový Bor, Bohemia. Little is known of their development, but from their 50th anniversary catalogue of 1938 - which showed a huge range of glassware, including items similar to this - it is obvious that they co-operated closely with glass schools and other manufacturers and were well-respected. See the link below for some more examples...
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