Heading : An early Schneider Verre Francais vase Date : 1918-1921 . This carries the Berlingot or candy cane mark Origin : Epinay-sur-Seine, France Colour : Jade green & ornage-brown above a clear frosted base with primrose yellow vertical bands Pontil : Polished. Glass Type : Lead Size : 31cms height Condition : Very Fine Restoration : None Weight : 725 grams References: Charles Schneider - Joulin & Maier p86 The candy cane Berlingot mark in the foot was only used between 1918 & 1921. The incised decoration depicts sorrel leaves. As an avid forager I can tell you that this os common sorrel & not bitter wood sorrel that looks like clover. Sorrel is important in the wild food calendar as it is one of the earliest wild herbs to become available, even before wild garlic. Schneider Feuilles D’oseille Vase C1920
