Cobalt Blue Jack-in-the-Pulpit Style Vase with Applied Yellow Lily
Decorative Art, Glassware • Likely Mid-Market Artisan Glass Studio (e.g., Murano-style or American Art Glass studio like Fenton or local craft school)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Art Glass / Post-Modern Decorative
Medium & Technique
Hand-blown glass; cobalt blue body with applied green stem and yellow flower trailings (lampwork/glass sculpture integration)
Creation Period
Late 20th Century (circa 1980-2000)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 8-10 inches in height; vertical format
Subject Description
A decorative vessel featuring a ruffled 'Jack-in-the-Pulpit' rim and a bulbous body. The primary feature is an applied glass yellow lily flower wrapped around the neck with a green stem.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good; visible shelf wear on the base and standard production bubbles
Estimated Market Value
USD $45 - $85
Auction Estimate
USD $30 - $60
Provenance History
Likely acquired via secondary market or retail decorative shop; no visible labels or signatures present in the image
Art Historical Significance
A representation of the late 20th-century revival in studio glass interest, where traditional Venetian techniques (applied glass trails) were used for domestic decorative objects.
Notable Features
High contrast between the deep cobalt blue ground and the vibrant yellow applied flora; characteristic ruffled rim 'hand-finished' look.
Condition Issues
Minor surface scratches; dust accumulation in crevices of the applied flower; no visible chips or cracks to the delicate petals.
Conservation Recommendations
Dust with a soft microfiber cloth; hand wash only with mild soap and lukewarm water; avoid extreme temperature changes to prevent thermal shock.