European art glass vase.

European art glass vase. Cylindrical vase in mouth-blown glass with a clear cobalt blue upper section and a substantial base in hammered gilt metal. A restrained, modern form defined by the contrast between transparent glass and the textured metal base. Unsigned. Origin: Europe. Material: Art glass and gilt metal. Dimensions: H. 15 cm, D. 7 cm. Period: Approx. 1970s. Condition: Excellent condition with minor signs of wear. Bio: European art glass of the 1970s was often characterised by bold colour fields, geometric silhouettes, and the integration of glass with materials such as metal. The period reflects an international modernist approach, combining functional forms with decorative surface treatments and high levels of craftsmanship, frequently produced in limited runs by specialised glass workshops.