Modernist Gradated Ribbed Vase
Decorative art, Glassware • Blenko Glass Company (Handmade in USA)
Style & Movement
Mid-Century Modern influence / Contemporary American Craft
Medium & Technique
Hand-blown art glass; mold-blown technique featuring a horizontal ribbed texture and a multi-toned gradient finish.
Creation Period
Late 20th to Early 21st Century (Modern Era)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 12 to 14 inches in height; vertical rectangular format.
Subject Description
Non-objective functional form; a tall, rectangular tapered vase with a flared rim. The composition features a vibrant color transition from a deep amethyst top to a warm amber/yellow base, emphasized by heavy horizontal ribbing that creates rhythmic light refraction.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent; appears in mint condition with original retail tags attached.
Estimated Market Value
$100 - $250
Auction Estimate
$75 - $150
Provenance History
Acquired via secondary retail or private collection; retains original Blenko Handcraft paper hang-tag indicating American manufacture.
Art Historical Significance
Represents the continuing tradition of the Blenko Glass Company (est. 1893), a pillar of American hand-blown glass history known for its bold use of color and texture. While contemporary, it maintains the modernist aesthetic popularized by designers like Joel Philip Myers and Wayne Husted.
Notable Features
Includes original manufacturer's hang-tag; distinctive ombré color transition; heavy tactile horizontal texture characteristic of specialty Blenko production runs.
Condition Issues
None visible; no chips, cracks, or significant clouding of the glass.
Conservation Recommendations
Clean with lukewarm water and mild soap strictly by hand; avoid dishwasher use. Keep out of extreme temperature fluctuations to prevent thermal shock.