Mid-century modern vase, red sodium glass, Ząbkowice, Poland, 1970s.
1 300 PLN
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ABOUT PRODUCTID 19566
This vase from the 1970s, produced by HSG Ząbkowice in Poland, presents an architectural synthesis of industrial design and decorative intent characteristic of mid-century modern’s peak. The silhouette is slender and cylindrical, crafted from thick pressed sodium glass. Its glossy, lustrous surface is adorned with a rhythmic, geometric relief composed of rectangular and square motifs arranged in a grid pattern. The color palette features a deeply saturated, cool-toned red that gradually shifts towards a darker, almost black hue at the base, enhanced by the reflective glaze and substantial depth of the glass. There are no visible signs of wear, chips, or repairs—preserved in very good condition, with no evident traces of patina or use.The relief decoration, disciplined repetition, and monumentality of the material imbue the vase with a sense of industrial optimism typical of late-era Polish design. Its form echoes the voice of the decade—a period seeking modernity in glass, architecture, and graphics: the geometric grid refers to urban landscapes, while the cool red offers a striking contrast to the domestic light of the seventies. The vase seems to state: “Even the most everyday object can embody boldness of form, always reflecting the world in its glossy surface.”This vase could be paired with simple, modernist furnishings—such as low wood veneer tables, period-upholstered armchairs, or geometric shelving. It would work well as a vivid, standalone accent in a minimalist, light-toned interior, or within eclectic, collector-driven arrangements against raw concrete or dark walls. For a more articulate effect, it can be combined with other examples of pressed glass or objects in carefully selected saturated hues, allowing the relief structure and resonant color to take center stage.
DIMENSION
Height22 cm
Depth12 cm
Width12 cm
Dimension details
Width12 cm
Height22 cm
Depth12 cm
Weight1 kg
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