Mid-Century Czech Ashtray in Hand-Formed Art Glass, 1960s

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A stunning mid-century modern ashtray made of heavy Bohemian art glass using the sommerso technique. Hand-shaped in Czechoslovakia in the … Read more A stunning mid-century modern ashtray made of heavy Bohemian art glass using the sommerso technique. Hand-shaped in Czechoslovakia in the 1960s, this piece features bold, layered colors—emerald green, amber, and deep blue—encased in thick, clear glass. Crafted using the hutní method (free-form hot-worked glass), each piece is entirely unique. Its sculptural form and vibrant coloration make it equally suitable as an art object or functional decor. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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