Submerged Glass Ashtray by Josef Rozinek, 1960s

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A magnificent piece of bohemian glass art from the 1960s, designed by renowned master josef rozinek for the nový bor … Read more A magnificent piece of bohemian glass art from the 1960s, designed by renowned master josef rozinek for the nový bor (borskè sklo / exbor) factory. Featuring a fluid, organic, biomorphic form inspired by midcentury modern, the piece is crafted using the refined, thick "sommerso" glass technique: an acid green/emerald core is wrapped in a pink/lilac amethyst layer, all encased in clear crystal to create spectacular plays of refraction and iridescent hues.

details and specifications:

type: decorative sculpture / bowl / artistic ashtray

designer: josef rozinek

manufacturer / attribution: attributable to nový bor / borskè sklo / exbor (bohemia, czech republic)

style: mid-century modern / organic design / biomorphic

technique / materials: solid, hot-worked, multi-layered "sommerso" artistic glass

period: vintage, 1960s (20th century)

dimensions (w x d x h): 17 x 8 x 6.5 cm

condition:

excellent vintage condition. The glass is brilliant, crystal clear, and intact, free of chips, cracks, or obvious scratches. There are only very slight, normal signs of wear on the ground base.

please note that any white areas in the photo shoot are due to reflections from artificial lighting from special spotlights, used to better illuminate the item, which may cause slight color variations in the photograph.

the item is original and is carefully photographed, capturing every detail, highlighting its quality, strengths, and any flaws.

shipping is handled professionally and well-protected with insured shipping. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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