Paul Hoff for Kosta Boda, glass bowl.

Paul Hoff for Kosta Boda, glass bowl. Bowl in clear and red-toned art glass with encased fish motifs and a frosted base, signed Hoff. Origin: Sweden. Designer: Paul Hoff (1916–1998). Material: Glass. Dimensions: H. 17 cm, D. 21 cm. Period: 1950s/60s. Condition: Excellent condition with minor signs of wear. Bio: Paul Hoff was a Danish-Swedish glass artist and designer, trained in Denmark and later associated with Kosta glassworks in Sweden. He is particularly known for his decorative art glass with encased figures, fish and organic motifs, combining coloured glass with frosted and transparent surfaces. His works from the mid-20th century are today regarded as classic examples of Scandinavian studio glass.