A monumental satin-finished aqua glass vase of exceptional mass and architectural clarity. Rising with quiet authority to just over nine inches, this sculptural form is defined by its softly squared 4.5-inch aperture and substantial weight, creating a commanding presence that reads as decorative object first, vessel second.
The colour is a refined aqua tending toward sea-glass green, gently diffused through a satin surface that absorbs and refracts light with atmospheric depth. The silhouette is restrained and modern, yet the weight and finish evoke mid-century Scandinavian and Italian design traditions where material integrity and mass were central to the aesthetic.
Attribution & Period
Unattributed studio or art glass production; Mid 20th Century (circa 1950s–1960s) The heavy cased construction, satin finish, and pronounced rough pontil are consistent with mid-century European art glass, particularly Scandinavian and select Italian production of the period. No signature or label present.
Dimensions & Weight
Height: 9 3/16 in
Top: 4.5 in square (each side)
Base thickness: approx. 1/4 in
Weight: 4.242 lbs
Substantial and architectural in hand.
Condition
Two very small chips to the lip (clearly shown in final image). Minor surface scratches consistent with age and handling. Pontil base remains rough and intact, as made. Structurally sound and displays beautifully. Condition has been fully considered in valuation.
Authenticity & Construction
Hand-blown heavy cased glass with satin acid-etched or mechanically frosted surface. The interior remains more translucent while the exterior carries a soft matte diffusion. The pronounced pontil scar confirms hand-finishing, and the mass suggests a multi-layered gather. The gently softened square aperture indicates careful reheating and shaping post-blow. While unsigned, the construction quality places it firmly within mid-century art glass traditions rather than later decorative production.
Placement
Best positioned as a sculptural object on a console, pedestal, or low plinth where light can interact with the satin surface. Equally compelling empty, with a single architectural stem, or staged within a curated grouping of restrained mid-century glass. This is a form that rewards negative space.
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 monumental satin-finished aqua glass vase of exceptional mass and architectural clarity. Rising with quiet authority to just over nine inches, this sculptural form is defined by its softly squared 4.5-inch aperture and substantial weight, creating a commanding presence that reads as decorative object first, vessel second.
The colour is a refined aqua tending toward sea-glass green, gently diffused through a satin surface that absorbs and refracts light with atmospheric depth. The silhouette is restrained and modern, yet the weight and finish evoke mid-century Scandinavian and Italian design traditions where material integrity and mass were central to the aesthetic.
Attribution & Period
Unattributed studio or art glass production; Mid 20th Century (circa 1950s–1960s) The heavy cased construction, satin finish, and pronounced rough pontil are consistent with mid-century European art glass, particularly Scandinavian and select Italian production of the period. No signature or label present.
Dimensions & Weight
Height: 9 3/16 in
Top: 4.5 in square (each side)
Base thickness: approx. 1/4 in
Weight: 4.242 lbs
Substantial and architectural in hand.
Condition
Two very small chips to the lip (clearly shown in final image). Minor surface scratches consistent with age and handling. Pontil base remains rough and intact, as made. Structurally sound and displays beautifully. Condition has been fully considered in valuation.
Authenticity & Construction
Hand-blown heavy cased glass with satin acid-etched or mechanically frosted surface. The interior remains more translucent while the exterior carries a soft matte diffusion. The pronounced pontil scar confirms hand-finishing, and the mass suggests a multi-layered gather. The gently softened square aperture indicates careful reheating and shaping post-blow. While unsigned, the construction quality places it firmly within mid-century art glass traditions rather than later decorative production.
Placement
Best positioned as a sculptural object on a console, pedestal, or low plinth where light can interact with the satin surface. Equally compelling empty, with a single architectural stem, or staged within a curated grouping of restrained mid-century glass. This is a form that rewards negative space.
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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