Modernism vase, yellow glass, by J. Słuczan-Orkusz, Poland, 1970s.
1 600 PLN
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This vase, produced by the Kraków Glass Institute and designed by Jerzy Słuczan-Orkusz in the 1970s, exemplifies the trajectory of Polish modernist glasswork in that decade. The vessel takes the form of a regular cylinder, rendered in intensely saturated, translucent yellow glass with a high-gloss, polished finish. Decorative character is imparted by spiraling, vertically applied glass trails, each crafted from the same yellow glass, creating a monochromatic palette with dynamic, sculptural reliefs. The interplay of glossy, smooth surfaces and undulating, tactile vertical motifs reflects both a modernist vocabulary and subtle echoes of Art Nouveau ornament, reimagined through the progressive lens of the 1970s. The glass remains smooth and unblemished, with no visible scratches or chips; the piece displays no signs of restoration and stands in very good, authentic condition, faithful to the designer’s original intent.The yellow glass appears to catch and amplify every ray of light, infusing the room with the spirited vibrancy characteristic of the Polish School of Glass in the 1970s. In its form, the vase narrates the story of a decade defined by bold experiments with color, surface, and luminosity—without turning away from sophisticated references to historic decorative arts. The applied vertical ribbons, inspired by the fluidity of Art Nouveau, manifest a dynamic and nearly sculptural freedom entirely in keeping with modernist ideals. This piece echoes the creative ambition of Poland in the
DIMENSION
Height28 cm
Depth13 cm
Width13 cm
Dimension details
Width13 cm
Height28 cm
Depth13 cm
Weight1 kg
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