A collector-grade mid-century cobalt blue art glass vase distinguished by a continuous gilt grapevine and leaf frieze encircling the body. Compact in scale yet visually concentrated, the form balances a narrow mouth, rounded belly, and recessed circular base—disciplined proportions that allow the saturated color and gilded ornament to command attention without excess.
The cobalt batch glass is richly toned and evenly saturated, offering strong depth and clarity under light. The gilt decoration shows slight variation in density and edge articulation, consistent with hand-applied or hand-finished gilding rather than modern transfer printing. Minor softening to the highest points confirms authentic age and careful handling over time.
The interior base presents a finished circular depression consistent with mid-20th-century production techniques. Overall decorative language—classical grapevine motif rendered in restrained metallic highlight against jewel-toned ground—aligns with glass produced for the international decorative arts market during the 1950s–1960s, when richly colored cabinet-scale vessels were favored for curated interiors.
No maker’s mark or origin label is present. In keeping with museum-level cataloguing standards, the vase is presented as unattributed and assessed strictly on observable construction and stylistic characteristics.
In the 2026 collector market, jewel-toned cobalt with gold overlay remains particularly strong for cabinet displays, bar styling, and layered maximalist-modern interiors.
Attribution & Period
Unattributed.
Mid-20th century, circa 1950s–1960s.
Assessment based on form, color saturation, and hand-applied gilt characteristics.
Dimensions & Weight
A cabinet-sized decorative vessel with refined visual density.
Condition
Good vintage condition.
Wear is consistent with age and does not detract from presentation.
Authenticity & Construction
Cobalt blue batch glass with hand-applied or hand-finished gilt decoration. Finished recessed base typical of mid-century decorative glass manufacture. Absence of mold seams across primary visual surfaces supports quality production standards.
Placement
Ideal for:
Curated cabinet displays
Mid-century modern interiors
Jewel-toned layered styling
Bar cart or console accents
European-influenced decorative collections
Its saturated cobalt ground and restrained gilt motif allow it to function as a luminous accent piece in both minimalist and richly layered environments.
STANDARD ATTRIBUTION & VALUE DISCLOSURE
This piece is described to the best of current scholarly and market knowledge. Any maker or regional attribution is based on visual analysis, materials, construction techniques, and documented stylistic comparisons. As with many vintage and antique glass objects, definitive attribution may not be possible without original labels or factory records. Pricing reflects condition, quality, decorative appeal, and current collector demand rather than a guaranteed maker identification.
A collector-grade mid-century cobalt blue art glass vase distinguished by a continuous gilt grapevine and leaf frieze encircling the body. Compact in scale yet visually concentrated, the form balances a narrow mouth, rounded belly, and recessed circular base—disciplined proportions that allow the saturated color and gilded ornament to command attention without excess.
The cobalt batch glass is richly toned and evenly saturated, offering strong depth and clarity under light. The gilt decoration shows slight variation in density and edge articulation, consistent with hand-applied or hand-finished gilding rather than modern transfer printing. Minor softening to the highest points confirms authentic age and careful handling over time.
The interior base presents a finished circular depression consistent with mid-20th-century production techniques. Overall decorative language—classical grapevine motif rendered in restrained metallic highlight against jewel-toned ground—aligns with glass produced for the international decorative arts market during the 1950s–1960s, when richly colored cabinet-scale vessels were favored for curated interiors.
No maker’s mark or origin label is present. In keeping with museum-level cataloguing standards, the vase is presented as unattributed and assessed strictly on observable construction and stylistic characteristics.
In the 2026 collector market, jewel-toned cobalt with gold overlay remains particularly strong for cabinet displays, bar styling, and layered maximalist-modern interiors.
Attribution & Period
Unattributed.
Mid-20th century, circa 1950s–1960s.
Assessment based on form, color saturation, and hand-applied gilt characteristics.
Dimensions & Weight
A cabinet-sized decorative vessel with refined visual density.
Condition
Good vintage condition.
Wear is consistent with age and does not detract from presentation.
Authenticity & Construction
Cobalt blue batch glass with hand-applied or hand-finished gilt decoration. Finished recessed base typical of mid-century decorative glass manufacture. Absence of mold seams across primary visual surfaces supports quality production standards.
Placement
Ideal for:
Curated cabinet displays
Mid-century modern interiors
Jewel-toned layered styling
Bar cart or console accents
European-influenced decorative collections
Its saturated cobalt ground and restrained gilt motif allow it to function as a luminous accent piece in both minimalist and richly layered environments.
STANDARD ATTRIBUTION & VALUE DISCLOSURE
This piece is described to the best of current scholarly and market knowledge. Any maker or regional attribution is based on visual analysis, materials, construction techniques, and documented stylistic comparisons. As with many vintage and antique glass objects, definitive attribution may not be possible without original labels or factory records. Pricing reflects condition, quality, decorative appeal, and current collector demand rather than a guaranteed maker identification.
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