Bottle Vase Antico, green, glass, by Z. Horbowy, Poland, 1970s.
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The 'antico' bottle vase, designed by Zbigniew Horbowy in 1971 and produced at the Sudety Glassworks in Szczytna Śląska, stands as a distinctive example of Polish artistic glass from the mid-century modern era. Made from mass-colored, soda-lime glass with a foamed texture, it draws attention with its deep, cool emerald-green hue and the dense network of tiny air bubbles characteristic of the foaming technique—these create visual depth and a sense of movement. The form is compact and harmonious: a cylindrical base transitions smoothly into rounded shoulders and a slender, elongated neck, finished with a wide, flat rim. The semi-glossy surface reflects light gently, while the craftsmanship is evident in the even distribution of bubbles and the balanced proportions. The vase is preserved in excellent condition, with no chips, discoloration, or traces of repair. This vase seems to tell the story of Polish glass modernism of the 1970s: a period when artisanal skill met a new vision of form and color. The green depth, contained within a minimalist silhouette, evokes a connection to nature, yet the composition remains disciplined by geometric order. The air bubbles shimmer in changing light, as if capturing fleeting moments—a subtle echo of the hand-blown, unrepeatable creative process. It is an object that, while discreet, carries within it the vibrant energy of an era seeking bold yet refined solutions. The 'antico' bottle vase is well suited to a background of light wood or stone, displayed on a console table in the living room or on a shelf among art books. It can be paired with other objects from the era—ceramic vessels with organic shapes or mid-century graphics—to
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Height18 cm
Width9 cm
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Width9 cm
Height18 cm
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