French Glass Egg on Turned Wood Base: Gold

The sun at four in the afternoon, in the shape of an egg.

This glass egg, set on a turned wood base, was made in France in the 20th century. Eggs on stands are commonly displayed as ornaments, often in sets. The glass is gilded in a soft, yellow gold, with a crackled and cloudy appearance, brighter where it catches light. The slim, black ebonized base has rounded rings and a wide, domed foot.

About 18 inches tall and 8 inches wide. Bring a pair of friends and call it a collection.