Sculptural Vase Bohemian Crystal Josef Hospodka Chřibská 1960

Exceptional piece in solid crystal, hand-blown by Josef Hospodka for the famous Sklárny Chřibská factory (Czechoslovakia, 1960s). This vase illustrates the virtuosity of Bohemian glass masters through a complex layering of hot-executed techniques: The speckled core: The first parison rolled in shards of sapphire blue and emerald green glass, creating a vibrant and deep organic decor. The spiraled ribbon: An opaque white glass thread (lattimo) patiently wrapped in a spiral around the mass to structure the volume. Optical immersion: The whole is submerged in a thick layer of colorless crystal acting as a magnifying glass, giving the piece its remarkable weight (1.841 kg). Hot shaping: Body with twisted ribs wrapping towards the base, flanked by lateral wings. The neck has been opened and pinched by hand to create asymmetrical waves. Dimensions and condition: Height of 21 cm, width of 16.5 cm, weight of 1.841 kg. Very good condition, pontil ground and polished under the base, without chips or cracks. 📦 SHIPPING: Ultra-secure custom packaging.