Description
Signed Kosta Boda art glass bottle vase from the collectible Antika series, designed by renowned Swedish artist Bertil Vallien. This sculptural studio piece showcases the perfect marriage of form and function, combining a faceted deep blue body with a contrasting purple pulled neck.
Key Features:
- Authentic Bertil Vallien design from the prestigious Antika Artist Collection
- Textured, internally mottled body creating depth and movement within the glass
- Hand-worked violet neck with visible vertical striations – a signature Vallien detail
- Faceted bottle form with elongated neck bridging vessel and sculpture
- Signed to base with original Boda Artist Collection label and tag retained
Specifications:
- Designer: Bertil Vallien
- Maker: Kosta Boda, Sweden
- Series: Antika (Artist Collection)
- Era: Late 20th century
- Material: Art glass
- Height: Approximately 20 cm (7.9″)
- Form: Faceted bottle with elongated neck
Condition:
- Very good vintage condition
- Light age-related wear only
- Signed to the base and retains original Boda Artist Collection label and tag
This exceptional piece represents the pinnacle of Swedish studio glass artistry. The Antika series is more collectible than standard production, making this both a stunning decorative object and a valuable addition to any Scandinavian glass collection. The strong contrast between the textured body and fluid neck demonstrates Vallien’s mastery of the medium.
