Vase Trumpet, yellow transparent soda-lime glass, by J. Drost, Ząbkowice, Poland, 1970s.
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The 'Trumpet' vase, designed by Jan Sylwester Drost and produced by the Ząbkowice Glassworks in Dąbrowa Górnicza in the 1970s, exemplifies the era’s Polish glassmaking artistry. Crafted from pressed soda-lime glass colored in mass, it features a striking gradient: a deep amber at the base that transitions to a translucent yellow and culminates in an almost lemon tone at the flared rim. Its slender, elongated silhouette is accentuated by vertical ribbing running the entire height, imparting a dynamic, optical rhythm, while the base is rounded with a softly scalloped edge. The glossy finish amplifies the color intensity and lends depth to the piece. The vase remains in very good condition, with no visible chips, cracks, or signs of wear—its surface smooth and well-preserved.This form resonates with the spirit of Polish modernism of the 1970s: the glass speaks of a fascination with light, color, and the clarity of line. The transparency and color gradient allow the vase not only to capture light but to shape it—each ray telling its own story about an era that valued experimentation and understated decorativeness. The strong silhouette and subtly organic rim evoke a dialogue between industrial precision and the freedom of artistic gesture; the vase becomes more than a vessel, serving as a witness to the moods and ambitions of its time.The 'Trumpet' vase could be displayed on a light console or a low mid-century modern sideboard, where pairing it with minimalist ceramics or a single leaf would highlight its optical rhythm. It also fits well among a collection of 1970s glassware, especially in a living or dining room with a subdued color palette. Combining it with textiles in ochre or brown and geometric wooden furniture would draw out its timeless
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Height43 cm
Length9.5 cm
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Length9.5 cm
Height43 cm
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