Art Deco Blue Cut-to-Clear Crystal Constellation Vase by Steven & Williams, 1930s

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A vintage British Art Deco luxury, this heavy "Constellation" trumpet vase was designed by the legendary Stevens & Williams (later … Read more A vintage British Art Deco luxury, this heavy "Constellation" trumpet vase was designed by the legendary Stevens & Williams (later Royal Brierley) glassworks of Stourbridge during the high modernist movement of the 1930s.

The vase is meticulously engineered from hand-blown, heavy lead crystal layered in a deeply saturated rich blue overlay. Using precise cold-working techniques, master craftsmen cut through the vibrant blue facade to expose the optically clear, icy crystal underneath, finishing the piece with a traditionally hand-cut star base.

The resulting avant-garde geometric pattern juxtaposes massive circular lenses with sharp, radiating star bursts.Weighing a solid and substantial 1.8 kg, this piece acts as a structural light-catcher. When placed in a sunlit room or under modern spotlights, it generates a kaleidoscopic interplay of light and deep jewel-toned reflections. It is an exceptional statement piece for interior designers looking to inject rich 1930s geometric texture onto a sleek entryway console, a minimalist mantle, or a curated luxury shelf display.

Condition is excellent — This vintage item is in near-original condition.The vase is in remarkable structural and cosmetic condition, completely free of cracks, chips, unsightly fleabites, or internal clouding.

The geometric hand-cut edges remain exceptionally crisp and sharp to the touch, and the blue overlay is beautifully vibrant. Microscopic shelf scratches are present on the underside of the base, entirely consistent with careful display over nearly a century.Product Details

SummaryDesigner/Manufacturer: Stevens & Williams / Royal BrierleyDesign Period: 1930 to 1939 (Art Deco)
Attribution Marks: Celebrated museum-cataloged pattern ("Constellation" model)
GeometryMaterials: Lead Crystal, Cobalt Overlay, Hand-Cut Glass

Height: 21 cm
Width: 15 cm (at top rim)
Weight: 1,844 grams (1.84 kg) 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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