Okulus vase, mid-century modern, transparent glass, Ząbkowice, Poland, 1970s

The Okulus vase, produced by Ząbkowice in Poland in the 1970s, is an example of utilitarian glassware in the spirit of mid-century modern. Molded from transparent glass with a warm, subdued pink hue, it features a uniform color and a shiny surface. The decorations in the form of vertical grooves and geometric, faceted details create a play of light and reflections on the walls. The body is cylindrical, slightly widening towards the top, finished with a flat, simple rim, emphasizing the functional and decorative character of the vase. The entire piece was made using glass molding techniques characteristic of the Polish glass industry of that era. The condition is very good, with no signs of damage, scratches, or restoration – retaining its original shine and color. This vase tells a quiet chapter in the history of Polish design of the 1970s. Subtly diffusing light, its shape and texture echo the bold yet balanced fascination with geometry and light of the decade. When light passes through the pink glass, each grooved detail reveals a dynamic yet soothing rhythm – as if the vase whispers about everyday life captured in a new, transparent form. This vase can be placed on an oak console or a minimalist coffee table, where light wood will enhance the light diffused by the glass. In mid-century modern collector interiors, it will fit alongside porcelain figurines or geometric ceramic vessels in muted colors. It also works solo, as a central point in a composition: with a single branch or as a purely sculptural object on a shelf in a living room with a neutral color palette.