Josef Hospodka for Chribska Vase

Sculptural Art Glass Vase by Josef Hospodka for the long-standing glassworks Chřibská in the then Czechoslovakia, made in the 1960s. The heavy, mouth-blown vase has a characteristic organic form with high, wave-like wings and an exceptional color composition of cobalt blue, delicate pink, and clear glass.

The color layers are surrounded by a strong transparent clear glass shell and create intense optical transitions depending on the light incidence: The pink base turns into cool blue as it goes up, while the clear outer parts additionally emphasize the curved silhouette. The thick-walled design gives the object a very massive and sculptural presence despite its flowing lines.

A characteristic example of post-war Bohemian studio glass and an expressive collector's piece that works excellently as a standalone glass object even without flowers.

DETAILS

Designer: Josef Hospodka
Manufacturer: Chřibská Glassworks / Sklárna Chřibská
Origin: Czechoslovakia
Dating: 1960s
Material: mouth-blown Art Glass
Technique: layered / wrapped glass
Color: Blue / Pink / Clear
Height: approx. 20 cm
Dimensions: approx. 13 × 20 cm
Style: Mid-Century Modern / Organic Modern / Czech Art Glass

CONDITION

Very good vintage condition with slight age and use-related surface marks. No noticeable chips, cracks, or restorations visible. Small irregularities and inclusions may result from the handcrafted glass production. Please note the photos as part of the condition description.