There is something quietly arresting about a well-made sommerso vase. The technique — layering a richly coloured glass core inside clear crystal — rewards slow looking. This 1960s piece, attributed to Paul Kedelv for Flygsfors, does exactly that. Its deep amethyst purple core glows from within the clear casing, shifting with the light from violet to plum depending on where you place it.

The form itself is organic and considered — a flowing silhouette with elegant pulled peaks that give the vase its distinctive sculptural presence. It is the kind of object that earns its spot on a shelf rather than simply filling it. Whether displayed alone or alongside other mid-century Scandinavian glass, it holds its own without effort.

Details & Specifications

Maker: Attributed to Paul Kedelv for Flygsfors
Origin: Sweden
Era: 1960s
Style: Sommerso art glass
Material: Hand-blown glass
Colour: Amethyst purple with clear casing
Dimensions: Height 21 cm × Width approx. 12 cm

Condition Report

Excellent vintage condition
Minor base wear consistent with age
No chips or cracks

Packed with care for safe international shipping. This piece travels well — it has already lasted sixty years.

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