This jewel-toned fuchsia art glass vase commands a strong interior presence through its vivid palette and dynamic interaction with light. The body features a diamond-optic texture that creates a rhythmic play of refraction, transitioning into an elegant, elongated trumpet neck finished with a hand-tooled ruffled rim. Two symmetrically applied clear glass handles lend the piece a significant sculptural silhouette, elevating it from a simple vessel to a compelling object of Italian design. The saturated "raspberry" hue remains luminous across the form, grounded by a substantial, hand-finished base.
Attribution & Period
Consistent with Empoli Production1960s The silhouette, diamond-optic molding, and the specific technique of applied clear "pulled" handles are hallmark characteristics of Italian art glass from the Empoli region. While no factory label is observed, the construction methods—including the mold-assisted body combined with a free-blown neck—align with mid-century Tuscan workshops. The clear handles exhibit a distinct yellow-green fluorescence under 365nm UV light, a clinical indicator of manganese-clarified glass common in Italian production of this decade.
Dimensions & Weight
Height: 9 inches (estimated based on proportions) Width / Diameter: 4 1/4 inches (handle to handle) Base Diameter: 3 5/8 inches Weight: 1.44 lbs
Condition
Excellent collector condition. The glass body is clear with no chips, cracks, or structural repairs. The applied handles are securely fused and free of stress fractures. The ruffled rim is intact with no evidence of flea bites or grinding. Light, age-appropriate shelf wear is present on the underside of the base.
Authenticity & Construction
A masterful combination of mold-blown and hand-finished techniques. The diamond-optic pattern was achieved through a primary dip-mold, after which the neck was hand-stretched and the rim crimped. The clear handles were applied at the furnace while the glass was molten, requiring significant technical precision to maintain symmetry. This construction ensures that every example possesses unique hand-worked variations.
Placement
Designed for maximum light exposure, this piece serves as a sophisticated focal point for an entry console, a lit vitrine, or an architectural mantle. The vibrant fuchsia tone provides a sharp, modern contrast within neutral or stone-heavy interiors.
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 MCM and antique design 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 guaranteed maker identification.
This jewel-toned fuchsia art glass vase commands a strong interior presence through its vivid palette and dynamic interaction with light. The body features a diamond-optic texture that creates a rhythmic play of refraction, transitioning into an elegant, elongated trumpet neck finished with a hand-tooled ruffled rim. Two symmetrically applied clear glass handles lend the piece a significant sculptural silhouette, elevating it from a simple vessel to a compelling object of Italian design. The saturated "raspberry" hue remains luminous across the form, grounded by a substantial, hand-finished base.
Attribution & Period
Consistent with Empoli Production1960s The silhouette, diamond-optic molding, and the specific technique of applied clear "pulled" handles are hallmark characteristics of Italian art glass from the Empoli region. While no factory label is observed, the construction methods—including the mold-assisted body combined with a free-blown neck—align with mid-century Tuscan workshops. The clear handles exhibit a distinct yellow-green fluorescence under 365nm UV light, a clinical indicator of manganese-clarified glass common in Italian production of this decade.
Dimensions & Weight
Height: 9 inches (estimated based on proportions) Width / Diameter: 4 1/4 inches (handle to handle) Base Diameter: 3 5/8 inches Weight: 1.44 lbs
Condition
Excellent collector condition. The glass body is clear with no chips, cracks, or structural repairs. The applied handles are securely fused and free of stress fractures. The ruffled rim is intact with no evidence of flea bites or grinding. Light, age-appropriate shelf wear is present on the underside of the base.
Authenticity & Construction
A masterful combination of mold-blown and hand-finished techniques. The diamond-optic pattern was achieved through a primary dip-mold, after which the neck was hand-stretched and the rim crimped. The clear handles were applied at the furnace while the glass was molten, requiring significant technical precision to maintain symmetry. This construction ensures that every example possesses unique hand-worked variations.
Placement
Designed for maximum light exposure, this piece serves as a sophisticated focal point for an entry console, a lit vitrine, or an architectural mantle. The vibrant fuchsia tone provides a sharp, modern contrast within neutral or stone-heavy interiors.
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 MCM and antique design 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 guaranteed maker identification.
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