Vase Cyntia, soda-lime glass cobalt blue white yellow, by Z. Horbowy, Huta Szkła Inwald, Poland, 1970s
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The vase from the Cyntia series, designed by Zbigniew Horbowy for the 'Barbara' Artistic Glassworks in Polanica Zdrój, embodies the modernist approach to form and color characteristic of Polish design from the 1970s and 1980s. Crafted from mass-colored soda-lime glass, it stands out with its intense, cobalt blue tone and glossy, reflective surface. The bulbous body transitions into a short, cylindrical neck and wide, flat rim, while an asymmetrical, undulating stripe in milky yellow-white runs vertically from base to neck, introducing a dynamic, artistic accent. The slightly thicker base subtly shifts to an almost blackish blue at the very bottom, lending the form a grounded proportion. The vase shows no chips, cracks, or restoration marks—its condition is described as very good, with no visible signs of use.This vase tells the story of Polish modernism, where bold color meets organic lines and refined simplicity. Within it resonates the spirit of Zbigniew Horbowy’s experimentation—a glass master who drew out both softness of light and graphic strength from his material. The cobalt surface reflects a Scandinavian restraint, while the flowing pale stripe recalls the free energy of the 1970s, a period when Polish glassworks sought new means of expression. The vase seems to whisper of an era when glass was not just a vessel but an artistic object—open to light and innovation.This piece could be paired with minimalist mid-century modern furniture or set against light-colored walls, allowing its vivid hue and dynamic line to become a focal point within the arrangement. It would work well on its own or alongside other glass forms—transparent or pastel
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Height18 cm
Length19 cm
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Length19 cm
Height18 cm
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