Optical vase, clear soda glass, by J. Drost, Ząbkowice, Poland, 1960s.
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This optical vase, designed by Jan Sylwester Drost and produced by Huta Szkła Ząbkowice in Poland during the late 1960s and early 1970s, exemplifies modernist design where precision of form meets material innovation. Crafted from clear pressed soda glass, the vase features a distinct optical pattern: a regular grid of raised lines creating a tactile ribbed surface and a striking play of light and shadow. The oval, gently undulating silhouette—measuring 17 cm in height and 13.5 × 8.5 cm at the rim—rests on a solid, weighted base, highlighting the clarity and substance of the material. The design is rooted in mid-century modernism, focusing on functionality and sculptural presence; the absence of additional decoration allows the glass itself to take center stage. The piece is in very good vintage condition, with two minor chips—subtle and typical for pressed glass of this era, attesting to its authenticity.The vase speaks in the voice of Polish modernism: its pure geometry and optical rhythm evoke the spirit of the 1960s, when Jan Drost redefined the concept of utilitarian glass. Each line and raised element reflects a period of experimentation, harnessing the interplay between light and glass for maximum visual effect. In daylight, the vase transforms into a luminous sculpture, with shifting reflections and highlights that change continually. It is an object that tells a story of appreciating simplicity, as well as the bold creativity of its time.In a living or dining room, the vase can stand alone
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Height17 cm
Length13.5 cm
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Length13.5 cm
Height17 cm
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