This sophisticated cased glass vase exhibits a remarkable sculptural profile, balancing a wide, flared rim with a heavy, multifaceted hexagonal base. The interior color core features a vibrant cerulean hue that appears to float within the thick crystalline walls, a visual effect that creates an architectural depth. The light interaction is exceptional, as the precision-cut facets at the base act as prisms, refracting ambient light through the saturated blue center.
Attribution & Period
Regional Example: Scandinavia (Sweden), 1960s.
The design language of this piece—specifically the use of a "heavy gather" clear casing over a vibrant color core—is highly consistent with mid-century Scandinavian glasshouses such as Aseda, Kosta Boda, or Riihimäen Lasi. The precision-sanded, multifaceted base is a characteristic finishing technique often seen in the "Colora" or "Sommerso-style" works of Swedish designers like Bo Borgström or Vicke Lindstrand. The distinct blue-white fluorescence observed under 365nm UV light confirms the use of high-clarity lead-glass, a material signature of premium European studio glass from the 1960s and 70s.
Authenticity & Construction
This vessel was created using a two-stage hand-blown process: a gather of cerulean blue glass was cased in a heavy layer of clear molten glass, then flared at the mouth while hot. Once annealed, the base was cold-cut and ground to create the hexagonal faceted shape, then polished to a mirror finish. This labor-intensive combination of glass blowing and lapidary work ensures each piece is a unique artisanal object.
Placement
The substantial weight and wide mouth of this vase make it an ideal centerpiece for a minimalist dining table or a high-end office credenza. Its architectural base and UV-reactive properties make it a standout piece for collectors of 20th-century design, particularly when displayed in a location that receives either strong natural light or focused UV-spectrum shelf lighting.
Dimensions & Weight
Condition
The object is in excellent condition. No chips, cracks, or fleabites are present on the rim or the base. The interior remains clear without water staining or "sick" glass fogging. Minimal, negligible shelf wear observed on the underside of the stand, consistent with age and careful display.
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 sophisticated cased glass vase exhibits a remarkable sculptural profile, balancing a wide, flared rim with a heavy, multifaceted hexagonal base. The interior color core features a vibrant cerulean hue that appears to float within the thick crystalline walls, a visual effect that creates an architectural depth. The light interaction is exceptional, as the precision-cut facets at the base act as prisms, refracting ambient light through the saturated blue center.
Attribution & Period
Regional Example: Scandinavia (Sweden), 1960s.
The design language of this piece—specifically the use of a "heavy gather" clear casing over a vibrant color core—is highly consistent with mid-century Scandinavian glasshouses such as Aseda, Kosta Boda, or Riihimäen Lasi. The precision-sanded, multifaceted base is a characteristic finishing technique often seen in the "Colora" or "Sommerso-style" works of Swedish designers like Bo Borgström or Vicke Lindstrand. The distinct blue-white fluorescence observed under 365nm UV light confirms the use of high-clarity lead-glass, a material signature of premium European studio glass from the 1960s and 70s.
Authenticity & Construction
This vessel was created using a two-stage hand-blown process: a gather of cerulean blue glass was cased in a heavy layer of clear molten glass, then flared at the mouth while hot. Once annealed, the base was cold-cut and ground to create the hexagonal faceted shape, then polished to a mirror finish. This labor-intensive combination of glass blowing and lapidary work ensures each piece is a unique artisanal object.
Placement
The substantial weight and wide mouth of this vase make it an ideal centerpiece for a minimalist dining table or a high-end office credenza. Its architectural base and UV-reactive properties make it a standout piece for collectors of 20th-century design, particularly when displayed in a location that receives either strong natural light or focused UV-spectrum shelf lighting.
Dimensions & Weight
Condition
The object is in excellent condition. No chips, cracks, or fleabites are present on the rim or the base. The interior remains clear without water staining or "sick" glass fogging. Minimal, negligible shelf wear observed on the underside of the stand, consistent with age and careful display.
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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