Vase, Modernism, red glass, by J. Słuczan-Orkusz, Poland, 1970s
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The glass vase created by the Kraków Glass Institute, designed by Jerzy Słuczan-Orkusz in the 1970s, embodies the spirit of Polish design in that decade – a synchronicity of modern sensibility and artisanal craft. Formed from ruby-red blown glass with a sleek, glossy surface, the vase takes on a chalice-like silhouette with a wide, shallow bowl atop a tall, slender stem. The center of the stem is accented with a series of pronounced horizontal ridges and a noticeable constriction, all executed from a single piece of glass. Handcrafted details such as subtle air bubbles and slight irregularities confirm its artisanal origin. The surface is smooth and luminous, with gently worn sections, light scratches, and signs of age and use, most notably around the broken wrapping. The object is preserved in a worn, authentic vintage state, showing natural patina and surface marks commensurate with its age.The bold color palette and sculptural, geometry-inspired shape evoke the energy of 1970s Polish artistic glass, a time when color and proportion became a canvas for experimentation, yet discipline of craft remained central. The richness of the red shifts with changing light, revealing layers and tonal subtleties, as if the vase recalls images of its formative era – a period defined by creative enthusiasm, skilled handwork, and the search for personal expression in utilitarian objects. The broken wrapper and patina here resemble the fine lines of a protagonist who preserves the history of its place of origin.Such a vase invites solo display as a striking accent on a light wood sideboard or a simple metal table. It can disrupt a restrained mid-century modern setting or serve as a focal point within contemporary minimalist interiors. Paired with grey or navy ceramics, a single branch, or left empty, its proportions and lively stem draw in the eye. It could be complemented by other
DIMENSION
Height15 cm
Depth12 cm
Width12 cm
Dimension details
Width12 cm
Height15 cm
Depth12 cm
Weight1 kg
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