Vase, amethyst glass, by P. Hlava, Czech Republic, 1960s.
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This tall vase, designed by Pavel Hlava for Exbor Glassworks in Nový Bor, Czechoslovakia, embodies the essence of mid-century modern Czech art glass from the 1960s. It features a precisely cut, cuboid form crafted from thick, faceted crystal glass, with each surface polished to a high-gloss finish. The dominant color is a deep, saturated amethyst purple, achieved through the use of metal oxides, and transitions fluidly from an almost black hue at the top to a lighter, more translucent violet towards the base. Embedded within the glass are irregular silver leaf inclusions, which catch the light and introduce a dynamic accent to the strict geometry of the piece. The vase is signed on the base and remains in excellent condition, with a smooth surface free from chips, scratches, or visible wear. The form of this glass sculpture speaks in the language of 1960s modernism: minimalist, focused on pure lines, and the interplay of light and material. The amethyst depth evokes the spirit of artistic and technological experimentation that characterized postwar Czechoslovakia, where glassworks
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Height22 cm
Depth4 cm
Width9 cm
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Width9 cm
Height22 cm
Depth4 cm
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