A vintage art glass vase designed by Vicke Lindstrand and manufactured by Kosta Glasbruk circa 1960s. The vase consists of overlapping layers in blue and yellow with an overlay of clear glass and an air bubble in the thick, clear glass base. The vase is signed "Kosta LH 1842". A rare example of Scandinavian art glass production from the 1960s
Features of your vase:
Designer:Vicke Lindstrand (1904-1983)
Manufacturer:Kosta Glasbruk, Sweden
Model number:LH 1842
Technique:Encapsulated glass ( Sommerso style ), where a colored core (in this case yellow/brown to blue) is captured in clear glass. Often with an elegant grinding finish.
Period:1950s-1960s
Weight: 1020 gr
Height: 21.5 cm
Diameter top: 2.5 cm
Diameter center: 6 cm
Diameter Bottom: 4 cm
Signed Kosta LH 1842
Vicke Lindstrand & Kosta Glasbruk
Lindstrand was one of the most influential Scandinavian glass designers and worked for both Orrefors and Kosta. He was a pioneer in encapsulated glass and played with colour gradients and minimalist shapes, just as you see in this vase.
Collection value
Lindstrand's works are highly sought after by collectors of Scandinavian design glass. Value depends on condition, rarity and market demand, but LH series from the 1950s and 1960s can be quite sought after.
