This striking, low-profile art glass bowl commands attention with its rich, deep amethyst palette and extraordinary surface contrast. The exterior presents an expertly executed, highly textured frosted finish reminiscent of organic ice formations or chiseled stone, which diffuses passing light into an elegant, moody glow. In direct opposition, the interior surface is polished to a flawless, mirror-like high-gloss sheen, allowing the profound depth of the purple glass matrix to interact dynamically with ambient lighting. With its shallow, expansive architecture and compelling tactile presence, this piece transitions seamlessly from a sophisticated decorative focal point to an elite design statement.
The vessel is classified as an unmarked decorative arts example, stylistically aligned with mid-to-late 20th-century Scandinavian modernism, specifically evoking the icy, organic glass methodologies pioneered by iconic Nordic design houses. While no signature or factory label is observed on the flat, stable base, the sophisticated dual-texture composition—marrying a heavily patterned frosted exterior to a perfectly smooth interior—indicates a highly controlled manufacturing process typical of high-end European art glass furnaces. The minimalist, wide-rimmed silhouette emphasizes structural presence, focusing entirely on the purity of form and the complex manipulation of light through colored batch glass.
Height: 1.875 in (4.76 cm)
Width / Diameter: 6.6 in (16.76 cm)
Depth / Base Diameter: 4.0 in (10.16 cm)
Weight: 0.742 lbs (0.337 kg)
Clinical and excellent condition. The bowl is free of chips, cracks, fractures, structural repairs, or notable surface scratches. The exterior textured satin finish remains perfectly preserved, uniform, and pristine, without any signs of smoothing or handling wear. The glossy interior is exceptionally clean, retaining its original high-shine brilliance. The wide foundational base shows no significant shelf wear, preserving its clean structural edge.
This vessel is constructed from exceptionally high-quality colored batch glass, ensuring that the regal, deep amethyst tone is natively integrated into the material rather than achieved through a surface finish or spray. The exterior texture is meticulously applied via controlled acid-etching or fine sand-abrasion techniques over a molded organic relief pattern to achieve its complex "satin ice" quality. This careful dual-finish execution creates an object of superior material density and optical variety, elevating it beyond typical mid-century glass into a true collector-grade decorative art piece.
With its shallow, wide-rimmed architectural profile and saturated color, this bowl is perfectly scaled for high-end interior curation. It serves as a sophisticated, interior-designer friendly accent on a minimalist white oak credenza, an illuminated cocktail table, or nested within a brutalist étagère display. Its rich amethyst hue and frosted texture provide an ideal contrast to stone, concrete, or polished wood surfaces within contemporary and Mid-Century Modern spaces alike.
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, low-profile art glass bowl commands attention with its rich, deep amethyst palette and extraordinary surface contrast. The exterior presents an expertly executed, highly textured frosted finish reminiscent of organic ice formations or chiseled stone, which diffuses passing light into an elegant, moody glow. In direct opposition, the interior surface is polished to a flawless, mirror-like high-gloss sheen, allowing the profound depth of the purple glass matrix to interact dynamically with ambient lighting. With its shallow, expansive architecture and compelling tactile presence, this piece transitions seamlessly from a sophisticated decorative focal point to an elite design statement.
The vessel is classified as an unmarked decorative arts example, stylistically aligned with mid-to-late 20th-century Scandinavian modernism, specifically evoking the icy, organic glass methodologies pioneered by iconic Nordic design houses. While no signature or factory label is observed on the flat, stable base, the sophisticated dual-texture composition—marrying a heavily patterned frosted exterior to a perfectly smooth interior—indicates a highly controlled manufacturing process typical of high-end European art glass furnaces. The minimalist, wide-rimmed silhouette emphasizes structural presence, focusing entirely on the purity of form and the complex manipulation of light through colored batch glass.
Height: 1.875 in (4.76 cm)
Width / Diameter: 6.6 in (16.76 cm)
Depth / Base Diameter: 4.0 in (10.16 cm)
Weight: 0.742 lbs (0.337 kg)
Clinical and excellent condition. The bowl is free of chips, cracks, fractures, structural repairs, or notable surface scratches. The exterior textured satin finish remains perfectly preserved, uniform, and pristine, without any signs of smoothing or handling wear. The glossy interior is exceptionally clean, retaining its original high-shine brilliance. The wide foundational base shows no significant shelf wear, preserving its clean structural edge.
This vessel is constructed from exceptionally high-quality colored batch glass, ensuring that the regal, deep amethyst tone is natively integrated into the material rather than achieved through a surface finish or spray. The exterior texture is meticulously applied via controlled acid-etching or fine sand-abrasion techniques over a molded organic relief pattern to achieve its complex "satin ice" quality. This careful dual-finish execution creates an object of superior material density and optical variety, elevating it beyond typical mid-century glass into a true collector-grade decorative art piece.
With its shallow, wide-rimmed architectural profile and saturated color, this bowl is perfectly scaled for high-end interior curation. It serves as a sophisticated, interior-designer friendly accent on a minimalist white oak credenza, an illuminated cocktail table, or nested within a brutalist étagère display. Its rich amethyst hue and frosted texture provide an ideal contrast to stone, concrete, or polished wood surfaces within contemporary and Mid-Century Modern spaces alike.
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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