Tremendous architectural size floor vase from the mid-20th century
This enormous ruby glass floor vase stands 42½” tall — 3 feet 6 inches tall. This is the largest mid-century modern hand swung floor vase we’ve found. Certainly demands attention.
Studio glass of the 1960’s – 1970’s in architectural sizes like this are hard to find, and even harder to find in a true jewel-like red. In addition, the pattern that makes it shimmer and glow with the lighting is unusual and fascinating.
Made by L.E. Smith Glass and distributed by Laurel Glass Works. The pattern is No. 952 called Simplicity.
It was hand-blown from a three part base mold, then swung to lengthen, then the opening was hand-tooled and heat polished smooth. The mold pattern consists of hobnail rings which you can see at the base in images. As the vase was literally swung around to produce the neck it caused the hobnails to elongate and created their own unique pattern. The result is stunning. You can see the light and pattern effects in the images below. The tip of the rim is bordered in a very light yellow. The body is solid ruby red.
The base is tri-corner. Base measurement in 10″ x 9″ x 8″. It is a soft-cornered uneven triangle. The 3-sided base makes the 42 1/2″ enormous ruby glass floor vase sit stable. Weighs 10 lbs.
It’s is perfect shape. Exterior looks new. The interior is clean and without calcium stains. The rim of the seat has a solid ring of heavy bottom-wear which is expected and not considered damage. Solid, thick, shiny clean glass.
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