The optical vase from HSG Ząbkowice, produced in Poland in the 1970s, is crafted from pressed glass in a pronounced amber-yellow hue. Its structure is defined by a regular sequence of horizontal ridges and deeply incised vertical grooves, introducing a lively interplay of light across the vessel’s surface. The form gently flares towards the opening and narrows towards a rounded base, maintaining proportions in line with modernist design principles. Moderately thick walls reflect the tactile qualities typical of pressed glass from this period. The glossy, smooth surface contrasts with the raised relief pattern, and the rich golden color remains clear and consistent, deepening in areas where the glass is more massive. The vase shows no visible chips, cracks, or repairs—its condition is excellent, with no evidence of discoloration or use.With its strong color and rhythmic structure, the vase echoes the ethos of postwar Polish modernism—an approach where a play of light, simplicity of form, and elevation of everyday objects to decorative status came to the fore. The horizontal ridges and vertical bands evoke the pulse of 1970s urbanity while
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Height18 cm
Depth12 cm
Width12 cm
Dimension details
Width12 cm
Height18 cm
Depth12 cm
Weight1 kg
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