The Mirage vase by Göran Wärff for Kosta Boda is a beautiful example of his signature glass designs, which combine light, colour and flowing forms.
Features of the Mirage vase:
Designer: Göran Wärff
Manufacturer: Kosta Boda (Sweden)
Material: Mouth-blown glass
Colors: Mainly blue-green tones, sometimes with gradations from clear glass to deeper colors
Shape: Soft, organic curves with a thick glass structure that creates an optical effect
Technique: Often with trapped air bubbles and layered colours that change depending on the incidence of light
weight 1401 gr
Height 16-9.5 cm
Diameter top 12.5-8 cm
Diameter opening 4.5 cm
Diameter bottom 5.5 cm
Inspiration & Design:
Wärff was inspired by water and the reflection of nature in glass. The Mirage vase has an almost magical effect because the colours seem to float and change when you look at it from different angles. This optical play with light is one of the reasons why his designs are so appreciated.
Collection Value & Availability:
The Mirage vase is beloved by collectors of Scandinavian design glass and is often seen as a timeless art object. Specimens in excellent condition with an intact signature on the bottom (e.g. "Kosta Boda Wärff") can be quite sought after
