Modernist vase, glass, by J. Słuczan-Orkusz, Poland, 1970s.
770 PLN
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Designed by Jerzy Słuczan-Orkusz in Poland during the 1970s, this vase is a representation of modernist tendencies in Polish utility glass from that decade. Crafted from thick glass, it features a delicate progression of hues: from smoky grey at the rim, transitioning through taupe and beige at the center, down to an almost transparent base. The high-gloss finish amplifies the softness of the color gradient and the interplay of light, while the rounded proportions and smoothly beveled edges enhance its organic silhouette. The irregular, undefined line of the base evokes the fluid, experimental approach to form typical of Polish mid-century modern. Substantial in construction and comfortable to handle, the vase is well suited for displaying modest floral compositions. Its condition is described as worn, with gentle surface wear and a local delamination near the base—both standard for its age and manufacturing process, without affecting utility.This vase reflects a decade of creative freedom, when Polish modernism drew inspiration from the natural world and the dynamics of movement—a form that emerged more from observation of materials than from strict geometry. The glass shape acts as a lens through which light and shadow flow: from a cool smoky layer at the edge to softly brightening beige at the base. The vessel’s irregular line resonates with the experimental spirit found in glassmaking studios, where form, color, and surface were explored in a dynamic interplay between craft and emerging design thinking. Each bend of light, each subtle imperfection, bears the mark of the era’s improvisational energy.The vase may be paired with minimalist modernist furnishings, rough
DIMENSION
Height14 cm
Depth13 cm
Width13 cm
Dimension details
Width13 cm
Height14 cm
Depth13 cm
Weight1 kg
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