Bowl Ikora, multicolour crystal glass, by K. Wiedmann, WMF, Germany, 1920s/30s.
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The 'Ikora' art glass bowl, designed by Karl Wiedmann for WMF in Germany during the 1920s/30s, represents a striking example of experimental Art Deco glasswork. Crafted from thick, transparent crystal, it features a distinctive crackled surface achieved through an advanced fusion of oxides and colored powders—a technique pioneered by Wiedmann himself. The bowl’s center displays earthy brown and olive-green hues gradually blending into clear glass, while radiating white veining creates dramatic contrast and depth. The rim, finished in a deep red-brown, frames the piece and enhances its visual impact, with a glossy, almost wet appearance that intensifies color variation. Its wide, shallow form, broad flat base, and gently sloping sides embody the geometric simplicity characteristic of Art Deco. The bowl remains in excellent condition, with no chips or visible signs of wear, and retains its original patina and clarity.
This bowl echoes the spirit of interwar modernist optimism—a time when craftsmanship and technical innovation converged in the pursuit of new ways to capture light and color. The 'Ikora' seems to tell a story of depth and transparency, its colors shifting subtly with changes in light and perspective. The surface, intersected with delicate white lines, evokes frost patterns spreading across glass, as if time itself paused to admire the interplay of earth tones and luminosity captured within. More than a decorative object, it invites contemplation of material and chromatic nuance, reflecting the era’s fascination with artistic
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Height8 cm
Width36 cm
Length36 cm
Dimension details
Length36 cm
Height8 cm
Width36 cm
Weight5 kg
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