This footed glass centerpiece was crafted in the 1960s in Empoli, near Florence, and represents the mid-century modern style characteristic of Italian art glass from that era. Manufactured using pressed or blown glass technology, the piece is entirely made of glass, without metal fittings or additional materials, featuring a unified dark (cobalt) blue color and dynamic tonal variations resulting from the varying thickness and undulating, wavy bowl shape. The rim is softly scalloped and subtly fluted, while the bowl’s sides display a hammered or finely bubbled texture that reflects light vividly. The short, tapered stem widens gently into a broad and stable circular foot. Well-considered proportions give the bowl a dominant, almost horizontal aspect, with the slender base lending a sense of lightness. No visible damage or traces of wear are present; the condition is rated as excellent. The bowl’s form tells the story of Italian glassmaking tradition from the mid-twentieth century. Its strong texture and cool, deep blue hue evoke the aesthetics of modernism, yet animated by the decorative rhythm of light and shadow. The gently waved rim and organic outline allude to the motion of a tidal wave—here, glass becomes a living medium, transformed by every reflection, reminiscent of the era’s dolce vita imbued with brilliance, transparency, and ease. This centerpiece can be placed on a glass or marble tabletop as the focal point of a living or dining room arrangement. It pairs well with ceramics in neutral shades, allowing the glass color to dominate the scene. Juxtaposing it with pale wood or crisp white fabrics accentuates both its color and organic silhouette. Interiors developed in the spirit of mid-century modern design
DIMENSION
Height16.5 cm
Depth19.5 cm
Width19.5 cm
Dimension details
Width19.5 cm
Height16.5 cm
Depth19.5 cm
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