This striking mid-century centerpiece exemplifies the fluid, organic modernism that defined Swedish art glass in the 1950s. The piece features a dramatic "wing" profile, utilizing a complex cased-glass technique that creates an inner core of vibrant pigment suspended within a substantial layer of optical-grade clear glass. Its sculptural presence is amplified by its weight and scale, capturing and refracting light through its varying thicknesses and elegant, biomorphic curves.
Attribution & Period
by Paul Kedelv for Flygsfors
The piece is a definitive example of the "Coquille" series, designed by Paul Kedelv (1917–1990) for the Flygsfors glassworks in Sweden. The signature on the base is a documented factory mark for Flygsfors, dated 1956. Kedelv, who trained under the legendary Orrefors masters, launched the Coquille line in 1952; it remains his most celebrated work, characterized by these shell-like, pulled forms and the "Sommerso" style layering of colors.
Dimensions & Weight
Condition
Excellent condition. The glass retains high clarity and luster. No chips, cracks, or significant fleabites are observed on the upper rim or body. The base exhibits light, age-appropriate shelf wear and faint surface scratches consistent with a 70-year-old decorative object. Minor internal bubbles (seeds) are present from the original hand-blowing process, typical of mid-century studio glass.
Authenticity & Construction
Hand-blown in Sweden using the cased glass technique. The artisan began with a core of colored glass, which was then dipped into clear molten glass and manipulated by hand using shears and jacks to pull the elongated "wings." The significant depth of clear glass at the base (3/4 inch) and edges (1/4 inch) is a hallmark of high-quality Flygsfors production, providing the necessary ballast and structural integrity for such a top-heavy, expressive form.
Placement
The sculptural silhouette and horizontal orientation make this an ideal centerpiece for a low-profile credenza, a mid-century teak dining table, or a sunlit architectural niche where the glass can interact with natural light.
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 mid-century centerpiece exemplifies the fluid, organic modernism that defined Swedish art glass in the 1950s. The piece features a dramatic "wing" profile, utilizing a complex cased-glass technique that creates an inner core of vibrant pigment suspended within a substantial layer of optical-grade clear glass. Its sculptural presence is amplified by its weight and scale, capturing and refracting light through its varying thicknesses and elegant, biomorphic curves.
Attribution & Period
by Paul Kedelv for Flygsfors
The piece is a definitive example of the "Coquille" series, designed by Paul Kedelv (1917–1990) for the Flygsfors glassworks in Sweden. The signature on the base is a documented factory mark for Flygsfors, dated 1956. Kedelv, who trained under the legendary Orrefors masters, launched the Coquille line in 1952; it remains his most celebrated work, characterized by these shell-like, pulled forms and the "Sommerso" style layering of colors.
Dimensions & Weight
Condition
Excellent condition. The glass retains high clarity and luster. No chips, cracks, or significant fleabites are observed on the upper rim or body. The base exhibits light, age-appropriate shelf wear and faint surface scratches consistent with a 70-year-old decorative object. Minor internal bubbles (seeds) are present from the original hand-blowing process, typical of mid-century studio glass.
Authenticity & Construction
Hand-blown in Sweden using the cased glass technique. The artisan began with a core of colored glass, which was then dipped into clear molten glass and manipulated by hand using shears and jacks to pull the elongated "wings." The significant depth of clear glass at the base (3/4 inch) and edges (1/4 inch) is a hallmark of high-quality Flygsfors production, providing the necessary ballast and structural integrity for such a top-heavy, expressive form.
Placement
The sculptural silhouette and horizontal orientation make this an ideal centerpiece for a low-profile credenza, a mid-century teak dining table, or a sunlit architectural niche where the glass can interact with natural light.
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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