Modernism vase, olive glass, by J. Słuczan-Orkusz, Poland, 1970s.
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The vase designed by Jerzy Słuczan-Orkusz for the Krakowski Instytut Szkła in the 1970s illustrates the decorative modernism of Polish glass from this period. Hand-blown from glass in a deep olive-green tone with a subtle color gradient—darkening towards the base and lightening towards the upper body—the surface is smooth and glossy, reflecting light and accentuating variances in shading. Distinct design accents consist of two symmetrically placed, rounded handles with open centers that endow the form with expressive sculpture-like character. The short neck leads to a thick, well-defined rim finished in almost black glass, introducing a striking visual counterpoint to the body. The vase is preserved in very good condition: no chips, cracks, or traces of restoration, with minor air bubbles and slight variations in texture that attest to the uniqueness of handmade craftsmanship.This piece carries the voice of an era that pursued harmony between artisanal skill and modernity. Through its substantial yet fluid silhouette, the vase narrates the story of Polish design in the 1970s, when experiments with color and form aimed to bring everyday objects closer to art. The olive-green glass alludes to motifs drawn from nature, while the luminous, polished surface evokes a morning-lit water plane. The handles are more than functional—they serve as a dialogue with the tradition of ancient amphorae, redefined through a modernist lens.The vase may be displayed on a wooden coffee table or low sideboard to highlight its color gradation in natural daylight. In the living
DIMENSION
Height13 cm
Depth12 cm
Width14 cm
Dimension details
Width14 cm
Height13 cm
Depth12 cm
Weight1 kg
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