This striking art glass vessel possesses a commanding sculptural presence, defined by its substantial weight and sharp, architectural lines. The thick-walled construction creates a prism-like effect, capturing and refracting light through its varying thickness to highlight the subtle, smoky clarity of the glass. With its flared square rim and tapered base, the piece serves as a bold decorative statement that balances mid-century geometry with the fluid grace of master-blown glass.
Attribution & Period
Stylistically aligned with the Mid-Century Modern glass movement of the 1960s. The vessel features a heavy "sommerso-adjacent" thickness and a hand-polished finish consistent with high-end French workshops like Daum or the Italian maestros of Murano. The unadorned, minimalist form relies on the purity of the material and the precision of the flared square silhouette, a design language popularized during the mid-20th century to complement avant-garde interiors.
Dimensions & Weight
Height: 3 1/4 inches
Width / Diameter: 5 1/2 inches (at rim)
Depth / Base Diameter: 2 inches square
Weight: 1.112 lbs
Condition
In excellent vintage condition. The glass retains its original high-luster finish with no observed scratches, chips, or clouding. There are no signs of professional repair. The base shows minimal, age-appropriate shelf wear, confirming its authenticity and careful preservation.
Authenticity & Construction
This vessel is a testament to sophisticated glass manipulation, crafted through a combination of hand-blowing and mold-shaping to achieve its precise four-sided symmetry. The considerable thickness of the walls—contrasted with the elegant taper toward the foot—requires expert thermal control to prevent internal stress, resulting in a dense, materially compelling object with a luxurious tactile quality.
Placement
The architectural silhouette of this vessel makes it a versatile addition to a modernist desktop, a minimalist mantle, or a curated centerpiece arrangement. It is particularly effective when placed near a natural light source, allowing its faceted corners to project subtle shadows and highlights across a refined interior surface.
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 striking art glass vessel possesses a commanding sculptural presence, defined by its substantial weight and sharp, architectural lines. The thick-walled construction creates a prism-like effect, capturing and refracting light through its varying thickness to highlight the subtle, smoky clarity of the glass. With its flared square rim and tapered base, the piece serves as a bold decorative statement that balances mid-century geometry with the fluid grace of master-blown glass.
Attribution & Period
Stylistically aligned with the Mid-Century Modern glass movement of the 1960s. The vessel features a heavy "sommerso-adjacent" thickness and a hand-polished finish consistent with high-end French workshops like Daum or the Italian maestros of Murano. The unadorned, minimalist form relies on the purity of the material and the precision of the flared square silhouette, a design language popularized during the mid-20th century to complement avant-garde interiors.
Dimensions & Weight
Height: 3 1/4 inches
Width / Diameter: 5 1/2 inches (at rim)
Depth / Base Diameter: 2 inches square
Weight: 1.112 lbs
Condition
In excellent vintage condition. The glass retains its original high-luster finish with no observed scratches, chips, or clouding. There are no signs of professional repair. The base shows minimal, age-appropriate shelf wear, confirming its authenticity and careful preservation.
Authenticity & Construction
This vessel is a testament to sophisticated glass manipulation, crafted through a combination of hand-blowing and mold-shaping to achieve its precise four-sided symmetry. The considerable thickness of the walls—contrasted with the elegant taper toward the foot—requires expert thermal control to prevent internal stress, resulting in a dense, materially compelling object with a luxurious tactile quality.
Placement
The architectural silhouette of this vessel makes it a versatile addition to a modernist desktop, a minimalist mantle, or a curated centerpiece arrangement. It is particularly effective when placed near a natural light source, allowing its faceted corners to project subtle shadows and highlights across a refined interior surface.
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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