Modernism vase, orange glass, by J. Słuczan-Orkusz, Poland, 1970s.
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This glass vase, designed by Jerzy Słuczan-Orkusz for the Krakowski Instytut Szkła in the 1970s, is an example of hand-blown Polish art glass. The silhouette is sculptural and fluid, echoing the modernist tendencies of its era: the design resembles a chalice set on a double-knopped stem and stabilized by a broad, circular foot. The glass surface is smooth and unadorned, with seamless transitions between the bowl, stem, and base, reflecting the skill of manual glassblowing. The coloration is intense and distinctive, featuring a vivid, semi-transparent orange that radiates from a deep red-orange base to a lighter, more transparent yellow-orange at the top. The surface is glossy, highlighting the depth and clarity of the glass. This vase is preserved in very good condition, free of chips, cracks, or scratches, and the original luster and clarity attest to careful storage without evidence of restoration.The form of this vase seems to tell the story of Polish design in the 1970s: its sculptural shape and saturated color evoke an era of artistic ambition and experimentation amidst everyday realities of the People’s Republic of Poland. The glass resonates with energy—the light enclosed within the orange-hued mass refracts, creating an impression of glowing warmth. Its smooth surface draws the eye, as if the vase encaps
DIMENSION
Height22 cm
Depth12 cm
Width12 cm
Dimension details
Width12 cm
Height22 cm
Depth12 cm
Weight1 kg
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