Italian Glass Antiqua Candle Holder Designed by Husted of Blenko
1960’s Medieval inspired art glass votive candle holder. Design attributed to Wayne Husted after leaving Blenko Art Glass in 1963. Husted created this design for a line of glassware for the Stelvia Glass shops in Tuscany, Italy and exported it through Colony glass. The pattern is called “Antiqua” and and appealed to the popular Medieval decor rage of the early 1960’s.
Beautiful and interesting piece. The vessel is molded, but the twisted stem and the base are handblown and applied. Pontil mark on the seat of the base, and bottom wear is visible (shows age and is expected). In excellent condition. Beautiful dark saphire blue color.
Measures 6.5″ tall, taller than most wine glasses. Could be used as a wine glass or a vase as well. Fits a 2″ wide by 3″ tall votive candle.
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