Vase Calipso, red porcelain, by Z. Śliwowska-Wawrzyniak, Ćmielów, Poland, 1950s
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The Calipso vase from 1957, designed by Zbigniewa Śliwowska-Wawrzyniak for the Ćmielów Porcelain Factory, exemplifies Polish mid-century modernism that balances sculptural form with innovative use of porcelain. Crafted from high-quality porcelain, the vase displays a vivid, glossy red glaze on the exterior, contrasted by a pure white interior and a white accent framing the central openwork. Its elongated, slender silhouette tapers gracefully towards the top, ending in an asymmetrically flared rim, while the wide base ensures stability. The vase measures 35.5 cm in height, 13.5 cm in length, and 11.5 cm in width. The central cut-out and precisely shaped edges emphasize the modernist, dynamic character of the design. The condition is excellent—there are no damages, chips, or visible signs of use; the original glossy glaze remains intact. The Calipso vase expresses the confidence and experimentation of the 1950s, when Polish design drew inspiration from international modernist movements. This object might speak of a time when modernity meant a search for lightness and freedom in a material traditionally associated with classical elegance. The lustrous red finish draws the eye, while the white detail around the opening suggests an interplay between light and form. This is porcelain that transcends its utilitarian role—serving as much as a small sculpture as a vessel, ready to interpret light and shadow within changing interiors. The Calipso vase can be used as a central accent on a sideboard in the living or dining room, where its striking color and sculptural form contrast beautifully against a neutral backdrop
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Height35 cm
Depth13 cm
Width11 cm
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Width11 cm
Height35 cm
Depth13 cm
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