Mid-Century Vase in Glass, Czech, 1960s

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This extraordinary glass vase represents a prime example of Czechoslovak studio glass from the 1960s. It is a fascinating piece … Read more This extraordinary glass vase represents a prime example of Czechoslovak studio glass from the 1960s. It is a fascinating piece of art that masterfully combines centuries-old traditional Venetian techniques with the modern Brussels design of the era. The vase instantly captivates with its generous spherical shape, which tapers down into a subtly offset ring base and opens at the top into a cleanly cut neck, allowing the complex internal structure of the glass to stand out beautifully. The main aesthetic feature of this piece is a sophisticated decorative technique that consciously imitates historic Venetian threaded glass, known as filigree or latticino. The inner layer of the vase is made of pure white opal glass, complemented by an outer transparent layer in a vibrant, exceptionally fresh grass-green shade. The entire body of the vase is covered with a precise horizontal wrapping of fine glass thread, intersected by dynamic vertical twisted filigrees in a blue-and-white design that spiral gracefully from the neck down to the very base. Within the context of Czechoslovak glassmaking of this period, these filigree pieces are among the rarest and most highly valued variants by collectors. This particular grass-green color combination is quite unique and appears on the market only occasionally, which significantly increases its exclusivity. Furthermore, the vase is in excellent collector's condition without any chips or scratches, making it an ideal investment opportunity and a stunning addition to any sophisticated art collection. See less