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For sale is an absolute rarity and a highly sought-after collector's item of Czech mid-century design: an original, mouth-blown, and …
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For sale is an absolute rarity and a highly sought-after collector's item of Czech mid-century design: an original, mouth-blown, and hand-shaped art glass vase from the renowned "Rhapsody" series. This iconic masterpiece was designed by the celebrated glass artist František Zemek (1913–1960) for the Czechoslovakian Sklo Union (Mstisov/Karlovarské Sklo).
The "Rhapsody" series is world-famous for its poetic interplay of colors: the four characteristic color strands—rose, green, yellow (amber), and blue—are artfully woven as bands into the heavy, asymmetrically curved body of crystal-clear glass. Depending on the light and viewing angle, the light refracts in ever-changing ways, allowing the colors to blend harmoniously. Weighing a substantial 1,143 grams, this vase is a true highlight for any discerning glass collection.
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Production: Sklo Union / Mstisov / Karlovarské Sklo (Czechoslovakia)
Series: "Rhapsody" (Cult Design)
Designer: František Zemek
Production Period: circa 1960s
Material: Solid lead crystal / studio glass (hand-shaped)
Colors: Amber yellow, Reseda green, Cobalt blue, Rose & Crystal clear
Height: approx. 21.0 cm
Maximum width: approx. 12.5 cm
Maximum depth: approx. 6.3 cm
Weight: 1,143 g (over 1.1 kg of high-quality glass)
Condition: Excellent, absolutely flawless vintage condition from a carefully curated collection (display piece only)! The vase has no chips, cracks, or scratches whatsoever – neither on the organically flared rim nor on the solid base. The crystal is perfectly clear, brilliant, and free of any cloudiness. In this condition, it is a true rarity. I have official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs,
designer records,
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- Dimensions
- 4.72ʺW × 2.36ʺD × 8.27ʺH
- Styles
- Mid-Century Modern
- Modern
- Period
- 1960s
- Country of Origin
- Czechia
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Glass
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Green
- Condition Notes
- Excellent — This vintage piece is in near original condition. It may show minimal traces of use and/or have slight … moreExcellent — This vintage piece is in near original condition. It may show minimal traces of use and/or have slight restorations\. Hervorragender, absolut makelloser Vintage-Zustand. less
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