
Art glass decorative sculpture / centerpiece bowl
Estimated Value
$150-$500
A striking freeform art glass object in vivid ruby red cased over clear glass, with a sculptural, asymmetrical design. The piece features two tall curved uprights forming an open cradle or horn-like shape, a long sweeping arm extending outward, and a clear, footed base with organic, petal-like supports. The craftsmanship suggests hand-blown or hot-worked studio glass rather than mass-produced utilitarian glass. It functions visually as a decorative sculpture, centerpiece, or possibly a bowl/compote form, though its exact intended use is ambiguous. The polished, glossy surface and fluid contours are characteristic of modern art glass.
Era
Mid-Century Modern to Contemporary (likely late 20th century, possibly 1960s-1990s)
Origin
Unknown; likely European or American studio glass tradition
Material
Cased art glass, red over clear glass
Condition
Good overall condition with no obvious chips or cracks visible in the image; minor surface wear or dust may be present. The form appears intact and structurally stable.
Physical Details
Dimensions
Approximately 12-16 inches wide and 8-10 inches tall, based on visual scale
Weight
Medium
Authentication
Authenticity Score
Medium - The piece appears to be genuine hand-formed art glass, but without a visible signature, label, or underside mark, maker attribution and age cannot be confirmed from the image alone.
Provenance
No maker's mark or label is visible, so provenance cannot be confirmed. The style suggests a studio glass piece from the late 20th century, possibly from a Scandinavian, Italian, or American glassmaker.
Historical Significance
This type of sculptural art glass reflects the postwar studio glass movement, when artists and designers increasingly treated glass as a medium for abstract sculpture and decorative art rather than purely functional objects. Pieces like this are valued for form, color, and craftsmanship.
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