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This large vase has a substantial, grounded presence, with a softly rounded body and a narrow, slightly flared opening. Its …
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This large vase has a substantial, grounded presence, with a softly rounded body and a narrow, slightly flared opening. Its surface treatment is the defining feature: the upper portion is wrapped in a dramatic, draped relief that resembles gathered fabric or flowing petals cascading downward. The folds are deeply modeled, creating a sense of movement and softness, as if the form were caught mid-gesture.
The color palette is delicate and ethereal. Subtle washes of pastel pink, seafoam green, pale blue, and lavender drift across a creamy, off-white ground, giving the piece a watercolor-like, clouded effect. The finish appears matte to softly satin, enhancing the sculptural quality and emphasizing the gentle transitions between colors rather than sharp contrast.
The lower body is more restrained and smooth, providing visual weight and balance beneath the expressive upper section. From above, the opening reveals a thick-walled rim and an organic interior, reinforcing the hand-worked, tactile nature of the piece.
In scale, the vase is commanding—large enough to function as a floor piece—yet it retains an intimate, almost couture-like sensibility due to the fabric-like drapery and nuanced coloration. Overall, it feels contemporary and artistic, blurring the line between functional vessel and standalone sculpture, with a quiet elegance that invites close viewing as much as it anchors a space.
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- Dimensions
- 16ʺW × 16ʺD × 28.5ʺH
- Styles
- Mid-Century Modern
- Period
- 1960s
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Watercolor
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Off-white
- Condition Notes
- Overall good vintage condition with a few flaws to finish as shown Overall good vintage condition with a few flaws to finish as shown less
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