Postmodernist vase, glass, by S. Sadowski, Poland, 1970s.
770 PLN
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This 'crumpled glass' vase, designed by Stefan Sadowski in the 1970s at Huta Łysa Góra, stands as an authentic example of Polish utilitarian postmodernism. The body is cylindrical with straight sides, while the distinctly deformed, asymmetrically angled neck marked by three sculptural ring-like creases defines the object’s experimental attitude. The glass takes on a transparent amethyst hue—cool, smoky lavender-purple—while the surface reveals a subtle balance between gloss and softness, interspersed with occasional tiny air bubbles and hand-made waviness. The rim is wide and organically irregular, leaving all emphasis on color and spatial form rather than any additional patterns or decorations. A solid base testifies to careful craftsmanship, with intentional irregularities encapsulating the creative exploratory spirit of the 1970s. The vase is preserved in very good condition, with no chips or cracks and only minimal vintage signs of gentle use typical for its age.The shape speaks with the voice of late-20th-century Polish postmodernism—deliberately abandoning predictability in favor of playful freedom. The blown glass seems to ‘freeze motion’ within material—irregularities and asymmetries here signal not imperfection, but a gesture of design independence. Its subtle purple shade recalls the era’s fascination with atmospheric tones and bold contrasts. Every ‘crease’ in the neck draws the eye, echo
DIMENSION
Height23 cm
Depth11 cm
Width11 cm
Dimension details
Width11 cm
Height23 cm
Depth11 cm
Weight1 kg
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