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Kosta Vicke Lindstrand 41903 Reddish-Brown Sommerso Glass Vase, Sweden
Kosta Vicke Lindstrand 41903 Reddish-Brown Sommerso Glass Vase, Sweden
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A sculptural piece of Swedish art glass designed by Vicke Lindstrand for Kosta, Sweden.
Marked Kosta V. Lindstrand 41903, this vintage vase features a compact, rectangular form with softly rounded edges and a substantial clear glass casing. Its deep reddish-brown glass core is enclosed within the transparent outer layer, creating a rich contrast between the dark, warm colour and the clarity of the surrounding glass.
The geometric silhouette gives the vase a strong architectural presence, while the layered glass reveals subtle variations in tone as the light passes through it. The piece reflects the exploration of colour, transparency and sculptural form associated with mid-century Scandinavian art glass.
Please note: Colours may vary slightly from the photographs due to lighting conditions, camera settings and individual screen displays. We do our best to represent each piece as accurately as possible.
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The Sommerso technique involves encasing coloured glass within layers of clear glass, creating depth and a sense of colour suspended within the material. Widely associated with mid-century art glass, this approach allowed designers to explore transparency, colour and sculptural form.
About the Designer — Vicke Lindstrand
Vicke Lindstrand (1904–1983) was a Swedish artist and designer whose career encompassed glass, ceramics, textiles and sculpture. After working at Orrefors, Lindstrand joined Kosta in 1950 as artistic director. His work there explored the possibilities of colour, transparency, internal decoration and substantial glass forms, contributing to the development of Swedish art glass during the post-war period. His Kosta designs from the 1950s and 1960s include both sculptural pieces and more restrained vessels in which the properties of the glass itself become an essential part of the design.
About the Brand — Kosta Sweden
Kosta was founded in 1742 in the Swedish province of Småland and is one of Sweden’s historic glass manufacturers. During the 20th century, the glassworks became particularly associated with collaborations between skilled glassmakers and leading Swedish designers. Artists including Vicke Lindstrand played an important role in establishing Kosta’s reputation for Swedish art glass. The company’s mid-century production includes both functional glassware and more experimental pieces, with particular attention to colour, transparency and the possibilities of layered glass.
Details
Manufacturer: Kosta, Sweden
Reference: 41903
Period: 1960s
Material: Art glass
Technique: Sommerso-style layered glass
Colour: Deep reddish-brown core with a clear glass casing
Height: 16.5 cm
Width: 6.5 cm
Depth: 6.5 cm
Marking: Kosta V. Lindstrand 41903
Please note: Colours may vary slightly from the photographs due to lighting conditions, camera settings and individual screen displays. We do our best to represent each piece as accurately as possible.
Condition
As is common with vintage art glass, minor signs of age may be present, such as very fine surface scratches, particularly on the base, or occasional tiny bubbles within the glass. These characteristics are consistent with the age and nature of the material.