A late 20th-century tapered conical silhouette featuring a heavy, high-gloss glass texture, characterized by deep amethyst hues swirled with delicate white and black veining that creates a dynamic, smoky movement within the translucent walls.
This stunning art glass bowl is a centerpiece of Scandinavian minimalism, designed by the renowned Swedish artist Anna Ehrner for Kosta Boda. Part of the iconic Contrast collection, the piece is crafted using a specialized centrifugation technique that creates ethereal, free-flowing veils of opaque white glass within the clear lead-free crystal. Each swirl is hand-applied, ensuring that no two bowls are exactly alike. The deep, coupe-like silhouette and substantial weight reflect the high-quality craftsmanship associated with twentieth-century Swedish glassmaking, making it as much a functional serving piece as it is a standalone work of art.
The design language here is both powerful and simple, allowing the inner "drama" of the glass to be the focal point. It fits perfectly within a contemporary or minimalist interior, catching the light beautifully whether placed on a sunlit dining table or a dark wood mantle. This piece is in very good vintage condition, maintaining its brilliant clarity and high-gloss finish. It features a small, textured indentation—which could be a subtle hallmark of the handmade glassmaking process that distinguishes it from mass-produced factory glass. It is a sophisticated addition to any collection of modernist glass or a thoughtful gift for a lover of European design.
Details: Measures about 5" in height by 9" wide. Very good condition. Has a slight rough indent in a small spot. I don't know if it's a flaw.
This item is vintage, approximately 25 years old. All measurements are close but approximate. I measure in quarter inches.