GLASS ARTIFACT BY PAVEL HLAVA – PRODUCED AT EGERMANN (EX BOR) GLASSWORKS Paperweight? Ashtray? Sculpture? No. This is proof that even a square can have character. An original piece designed by the legendary Pavel Hlava, created at the EX BOR glassworks – Egermann, Nový Bor. A striking dark blue core with an amber rim, encased in precisely cut crystal. Exceptional not only in technique but also in story – this is a piece of museum quality. Title: Aschenbecher dunkelblau / amber Width: approx. 9 cm Marked with original Egermann / Bohemia Crystal labels 100% handmade – authentic EX BOR ⸻ Did you know that two geniuses of Czech glassmaking stood behind masterpieces like this? Pavel Hlava – a world-renowned glass artist who merged fine art with hot glass techniques. His works were created in collaboration with the most respected Czech glassworks. His style is unmistakable: clean forms, an emphasis on light, and bold color layering. This piece is a signature example – precise, thoughtful, and unique. Jaromír Špaček – professor, innovator, and long-time director of the glass school in Nový Bor. He was a key figure in shaping modern Czech glassmaking, educating generations of glassmakers and initiating the creation of the EX BOR development center. His influence helped elevate Czech glass to international acclaim. This object is more than just a piece of glass – it carries the legacy of two extraordinary figures who gave Czech glass its soul.