Mid-century modern vase, glass, designed by J. Hospodka, Czechoslovakia, 1960s

A glass vase designed by Josef Hospodka in the 1960s for the Chribska glassworks in former Czechoslovakia. It features a sculptural, asymmetrical form and a fluid line characteristic of mid-century modern style. The thick, polished glass has a mirror-like shine and displays colour transitions from semi-transparent cool blue through delicate greenish accents to a transparent base. The dynamically raised edges and biomorphic bulges highlight the experimental nature of Hospodka's design, and the uniform construction was handmade using the glassblowing technique, with no visible joints. The item can be used as a vase or a container for small decorations. Its weight and massive, thick-walled body ensure stability. Condition: very good, no chips, cracks or visible signs of use. The surface remains clear and undamaged. The streamlined shape and intense colours echo the 1960s, when Czechoslovak modernism drew inspiration from nature, boldly pushing the boundaries of form. The vase seems to capture light like a river current, allowing colour and shine to move depending on the time of day and placement. It preserves the energy of the meeting between craftsmanship and new imagination, as if every change of environment could give it another chapter. The vase can be placed on a chest of drawers or console, where it best complements wooden details typical of mid-century modern arrangements. It also works well as a dominant piece in a collection of other glass accents or ceramics from the era. It can be paired with textiles in saturated colours or upholstered armchairs from the 1960s to emphasise its expressiveness. In atmospheric collector's interiors, it can serve as a soloist or as part of a larger composition of vintage objects. No detailed technical data; for cleaning, a soft cloth intended for glass is recommended.