Ashtray, blue glass, by J. Hospodka, Czech Republic, 1960s.
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This art glass ashtray from the 1960s, attributed to Josef Hospodka for the Czech Chribska glassworks, exemplifies the distinctive Bohemian art glass aesthetic within the mid-century modern period. Expertly hand-formed from soda-lime glass colored in the mass, it displays a saturated, semi-transparent azure blue that transitions to near-clear areas along the edges and base. The freeform, biomorphic shape features three pronounced lobes serving as practical rests for cigarettes or cigars, while the bowl’s thick, curving walls provide both substance and sculptural clarity. Visible twists and smooth undulations attest to its artisanal, hand-blown origin; the lustrous surface and impeccably polished edges add refinement. The base is slightly raised and robustly rounded, reinforcing both visual balance and the substantial depth of the glass, a testament to the maker’s skill. Very well preserved for its age, with
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Height9 cm
Depth19 cm
Width19 cm
Dimension details
Width19 cm
Height9 cm
Depth19 cm
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