Pitcher Antico, smoky brown soda-lime glass, by Z. Horbowy, Huta Sudety, Poland, 1970s.
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This pitcher, designed by Zbigniew Horbowy for Huta Szkła 'Sudety', exemplifies the modernist glassmaking of the 1970s. Crafted from soda-lime glass colored in the mass, it features a tall, slender form and a smoky brown hue with a subtle gradient that lightens toward the top. The entire surface is covered by a dense, irregular pattern of trapped air bubbles, achieved using the 'antico' foamed glass technique, giving the piece depth and a distinctive tactile texture. The handle, formed from the same glass, is slightly lighter and more transparent, elegantly arched and smoothly integrated into the vessel’s silhouette. The precisely ground base ensures stability and underscores the technical sophistication of its execution. The pitcher is preserved in very good condition, with no signs of wear or damage.This object tells the story of an era when experimentation with glass was a declaration of modernity—the 1970s, when Zbigniew Horbowy sought new expressive forms for everyday items. The smoky brown, with its scattered air bubbles, transforms a functional pitcher into a small piece of light and air architecture—as if each bubble were a fragment of an epoch that believed in the strength of material and simplicity. The form is dynamic, and the curved handle suggests motion captured in glass, evoking the creative energy of Polish industrial design of the time.The pitcher can serve as a centerpiece on a table or console—either for practical use or as a decorative accent. It fits seamlessly in interiors inspired by mid-century modern style, especially when paired with period ceramics, minimalist wooden or glass trays, or simple upholstered furniture. It may be
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Height29.5 cm
Length14 cm
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Length14 cm
Height29.5 cm
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