Teal and White Striped Art Glass Bottle Vase
Decorative art, blown glass vase • Mid-century studio glassmaker or Murano glasshouse (attributed to Italian or Scandinavian modern design traditions)
Style & Movement
Mid-Century Modern / Studio Glass / Murano Style
Medium & Technique
Hand-blown art glass with casing technique, featuring vertical stripes of opaque white and translucent deep teal or blue-green glass.
Creation Period
Mid to late 20th century, circa 1960s-1980s
Dimensions & Format
Estimated height approximately 12 to 15 inches, vertical cylindrical format
Subject Description
A tall, slender bottle-form vase featuring a clean cylindrical neck, gently swelling shoulder, and straight body. The decorative scheme utilizes vertical bands of contrasting colors—alternating opaque white and rich translucent teal—creating a sleek, graphic interplay of light and color characteristic of mid-century modernist design.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good. The surface appears clean with smooth finishes and no immediately visible chips, cracks, or major structural damages.
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $350
Auction Estimate
$100 - $250
Provenance History
Private residential collection, likely acquired through mid-century modern design dealers, antique shops, or specialty glass importers.
Art Historical Significance
Representative of the post-war resurgence of studio and blown glass design, where traditional Italian (Murano) or Scandinavian glass-forming techniques were adapted to clean, minimalist, and geometric modern aesthetics for domestic interiors.
Notable Features
The striking vertical stripe contrast between the milky white and deep teal glass, combined with the balanced, elegant bottle silhouette characteristic of high-end mid-century decorative vessels.
Condition Issues
Minor surface wear consistent with age, such as slight shelf wear on the unpolished or polished pontil base, though no significant fractures or losses are apparent from the visual evidence.
Conservation Recommendations
Standard handling with clean gloves. Safe for display in stable indoor environments away from direct, high-impact traffic areas. Clean gently with a soft microfiber cloth and mild soapy water if necessary.