Art Deco Green Glass Vase by Wolfgang von Wersin, 1920s

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This 1924 green glass vase was designed by Wolfgang von Wersin for Tiroler Glashtte, an early and refined example of … Read more This 1924 green glass vase was designed by Wolfgang von Wersin for Tiroler Glashtte, an early and refined example of Austrian Art Deco glassware. Crafted from vibrant emerald green glass, the vase reflects Wersin’s sensitivity to historical form and modernist restraint. The silhouette is modelled after a 15th-century Berkemeyer drinking vessel, reinterpreted here in a minimalist trumpet vase profile. The flared mouth opens dramatically above a compact circular base, while the surface is decorated with evenly spaced, hand-applied glass punts. These rounded glass projections recall the grip-enhancing motifs of medieval glass, but in this context serve a purely decorative purpose—offering both tactile and visual intrigue. Wolfgang von Wersin, known for his affiliations with the Wiener Werkstätte and his influence on Central European applied arts in the interwar period, brought historical references into harmony with modern design ideals. This vase exemplifies his commitment to craftsmanship and proportion, and is representative of 1920s Austrian design. Condition: Very good for its age. Some minor roughness to the tails of the applied glass punts, as expected from hand-finished details. No chips, cracks or repairs. Dimensions: Height 14 cm; Diameter 15.5 cm. See less