Pair of Leather-Wrapped Cylinder Vessels
Decorative art, specifically functional glassware with leather accoutrements • Anonymous artisan or commercial designer; representative of high-end home decor brands such as Ralph Lauren Home or similar boutique workshop labels
Style & Movement
Contemporary Rustic / Mid-Century Modern Revival / Equestrian Influence
Medium & Technique
Clear soda-lime glass, tanned bovine leather with whipstitch or saddle stitch vertical seam binding
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st century (Modern/Contemporary)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 8-10 inches in height, 4-5 inches in diameter; cylindrical format
Subject Description
A pair of utilitarian cylindrical clear glass vases or hurricanes encased in removable tanned leather sleeves. The design emphasizes materiality and tactile contrast between the smooth, cold glass and the warm, textured leather.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good; glass appears intact while leather shows minor surface scuffing characteristic of light use
Estimated Market Value
$40 - $120 USD for the pair
Auction Estimate
$30 - $70 USD
Provenance History
Unknown; likely sourced from a retail luxury home goods environment or department store
Art Historical Significance
Signifies the late modern trend of 'Organic Modernism' where industrial materials (glass) are softened with organic, handmade elements (stitched leather), reflecting a desire for artisanal quality in domestic objects.
Notable Features
Exposed vertical stitch detail serves as a decorative focal point; the combination of materials suggests an aesthetic influenced by equestrian or library-office decor.
Condition Issues
Visible surface abrasions on the leather; possible light residue on the interior glass; minor drying of leather edges
Conservation Recommendations
Clean glass with non-abrasive solution; treat leather with a pH-balanced conditioner to prevent cracking; keep away from direct sunlight to avoid UV fading and desiccation of the hide