Vintage Czech Neodymium Glass Vase, Etched Floral Iris Design, Color-Changing Alexandrite Glass, Signed

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Elegant vintage neodymium glass vase from Czechoslovakia, likely produced by Zelezny Brod Sklo (ZBS) in the mid-20th century. This distinctive … Read more Elegant vintage neodymium glass vase from Czechoslovakia, likely produced by Zelezny Brod Sklo (ZBS) in the mid-20th century. This distinctive form of art glass—often referred to as Alexandrite glass—displays a captivating optical effect, shifting in color depending on the light source. In natural or warm light, the vase appears lilac or rose-toned, while under fluorescent or cool light, it transitions to a smoky blue or lavender hue. The exterior features a delicately frosted and hand-etched floral motif, likely an iris, with the artist’s signature inscribed below the design.

Vases of this type are often attributed to notable Czech glass designers such as Miroslav Klinger, Vaclav Horacek, or Frantisek Zemek, whose work with Zelezny Brod Sklo exemplified the innovation and craftsmanship of mid-century Bohemian glass. The piece captures the refined balance between traditional etching techniques and modernist form that defined Czech art glass of the 1950s and 1960s.

This signed Alexandrite glass vase is a striking decorative object that shifts beautifully with its surroundings, making it an engaging centerpiece for collectors of Czech or Scandinavian-style glass. Its combination of artistry, scientific curiosity, and timeless design makes it a highly desirable example of 20th-century Bohemian craftsmanship. See less