Glass centerpiece, purple transparent, by R. Jurnikl, Czechoslovakia, 1960s.
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This glass centerpiece bowl, designed by Rudolf Jurnikl for Sklo Union in Czechoslovakia during the 1960s, is a distinctive example of modernist glassware. The bowl features an organic, asymmetrical geometry with softly rounded edges and a seamless, unified form. Crafted from thick, pressed glass, it exhibits clarity and a cool amethyst purple hue with medium transparency. The surface is smooth and highly polished, enhancing the reflective qualities and subtle interplay of light across the material. With a diameter of approximately 18 cm and a height of about 5.5 cm, the bowl is free of additional patterns or accent colors, maintaining a uniform shade that reinforces its sculptural, mid-century character. It is preserved in very good condition, with no chips, cracks, or visible signs of wear; the surface retains its original gloss and shows no evidence of restoration. The bowl carries the narrative of the 1960s, a period when glass became a medium for both artistic and utilitarian experimentation. Its organic lines appear to flow, as if the glass were still in motion—an echo of an era in which form was meant to reflect the dynamism of modern life. The amethyst tone brings a sense of cool tranquility, while the substantial thickness of the glass underscores a sense of weight and permanence, as if the piece were telling the story of Czechoslovakian craftsmanship merging function with innovation. This bowl can serve as a centerpiece on a living room or dining table, harmonizing with other mid-century modern elements such as teak tables, minimalist candleholders, or graphite-toned accessories. It may be paired with matte ceramics or glass in contrasting colors to accentuate its crystalline, cool character. The piece also fits seamlessly into a collector’s interior, where individual, striking objects help narrate the history of twentieth-century design.
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Height5 cm
Length18 cm
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Length18 cm
Height5 cm
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