Mid-century modern vase, ivory white glass, Poland, 1970s
- Dimensions :
- H32 x W12 x D12
- Color :
- white
- Material :
- glass and crystal
- Style :
- mid-century
Mid-century modern vase from Poland, 1970s, made of crumpled glass in a warm ivory white shade. The slender, tall neck gently transitions into a wide, rounded base, creating a harmonious, minimalist silhouette. The surface of the vessel is glossy, smooth, evenly reflecting light and free of additional decorations or contrasts. The rim of the vase is formed in an organic, wavy line, serving as a subtle decorative detail against the uniform form. There are no visible joints, divisions, or ornaments; the whole is in very good condition, without chips or cracks, with small air bubbles and minimal surface irregularities typical of hand-formed glass from this period. This vase evokes the spirit of the modernist 1970s, when Polish applied art followed the principles of simplicity and the nobility of materials. Its milky white, organic form tells of a time when the craftsman's gesture mattered, and details—like the wavy rim—were an expression of free work with the material. The glass, though already shaped, seems to remember its liquid state, carrying the calm and balance typical of Polish design of the era. The vase can be displayed solo on a wooden sideboard or windowsill to emphasize its minimalist character. It works well as a neutral accent among 1970s vessels or in a collection of modernist ceramics and glass. It is worth pairing it with light fabrics and plants with slender leaves—a composition that will introduce a calm, balanced tone to an interior in mid-century modern or contemporary style.