Amphora, orange glass, by Z. Horbowy, Poland, 1970s.
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This amphora, designed by Zbigniew Horbowy in the 1970s for the "Sudety" Glassworks in Szczytna Śląska, exemplifies Polish modernist glass of the late 20th century, distinguished by sculptural form and precise craftsmanship. Made from cased sodium glass, it features a fluid color gradient: starting with a saturated, warm yellow at the base, smoothly transitioning into a vivid, glossy orange in the upper section and on the single elongated handle. A slender neck, pronounced lip, and bulbous body resting on a proportionate stem reference classical archetypes, yet the overall silhouette is interpreted through the lens of 1970s modernism and minimalism. The glass surface is flawlessly smooth and mirror-like, free from visible imperfections or signs of use. All elements remain original, and its condition is classified as excellent, with no evidence of damage or restoration. In this amphora, the voice of modern Poland at the close of the twentieth century can be heard: Horbowy's design merges a respect for tradition with the energy of color and the discipline of minimalist form. The slender profile, bold orange handle, and finely shaped spout evoke a dialogue between antiquity and modernity, where light glides across the glass surface like a summer ray on water. This vessel speaks of experimental courage and considered simplicity, without losing its decorative presence. The amphora would work best as a solo accent on a light wood sideboard or alongside other glass objects in a mid-century modern arrangement. It could be paired with monochrome ceramics or minimalist textiles to emphasize the intensity of its color gradient. In a vintage collector’s interior—especially one styled in modernist or eclectic fashion—this vase becomes a focal point, whether standing alone or in visual dialogue with a geometric graphic.
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Height38 cm
Depth16 cm
Width12 cm
Dimension details
Width12 cm
Height38 cm
Depth16 cm
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