The 'Optyczny' vase, produced by HSG Ząbkowice in Poland during the 1970s, exemplifies utilitarian modernist design from the Eastern Bloc. Crafted from transparent pressed glass with a subtle cool tone, the vase draws attention by its proportions and architectural profile: the gently flared top contrasts with a softly tapering base. Its ornamentation relies on distinctive, rhythmic horizontal optical bands that encircle the body, intersected by narrow, vertical ribs enhancing prismatic refractions and reflections. The surface is smooth yet features tactile projections, which offer a varied texture especially prominent under direct light. The vase is finished without visible joints or seams, reflecting the high manufacturing standards of Polish glassworks from the era. Its condition is described as very good—free from chips, cracks, and repairs—presenting itself as a collectible example.This vase captures the ethos of Polish modernism, when everyday objects were meant not only to serve but also to organize space through light and rhythm. It seems to echo the aesthetics of mature modernism, where function and decoration meet the logic of industrial production—the piece masterfully employs the possibilities of pressed glass, transforming the material into a canvas for play between lights and shadows. The presence of this object alludes to times when refined form arose from technical precision, and optical refinement mirrored the broader cultural panorama of Central and Eastern Europe in the mid
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Height18 cm
Depth12 cm
Width12 cm
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Width12 cm
Height18 cm
Depth12 cm
Weight1 kg
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