Vase Izolator, yellow transparent, soda-lime glass, by Z. Horbowy, Huta Szkła Artystycznego Barbara, Poland, 1970s.
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This vase, designed by Zbigniew Horbowy for the 'Barbara' Artistic Glassworks in Polanica-Zdrój, is a prime example of Polish modernist glass from the 1970s. The piece stands out with its compact, squat silhouette and lens-like thickening at the base, echoing the form of industrial insulators. Crafted from mass-colored soda-lime glass in a deep, warm yellow, it features subtle tonal gradations and a seamless, glossy surface. The harmonious proportions—broad body tapering to a narrower base—emphasize its sculptural presence and stability, while the way light refracts through the thicker glass intensifies the depth of color. The vase is made from a single piece of glass, with no visible joints or fittings. Condition is very good, with no chips, cracks, or signs of wear; the original finish shows no evidence of restoration.The vase speaks with the voice of its era, where technical precision met a quest for purity of form. It seems caught in a moment of stillness—capturing the glow of industrial lighting, yet softened and ennobled by the hand-shaded color. This modernist interpretation of a functional object reflects the openness of the 1970s, when even industrial motifs were reimagined with a sculptural sensibility. The vase remains silent, yet invites interpretation like a fragment of architecture: compact,
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Height15 cm
Length12.5 cm
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Length12.5 cm
Height15 cm
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