Scailmont - Henri Heemskerk - Vase - Glass

This is an Art Deco vase in multilayer glass, manufactured by Les Verreries de Scailmont in Manage, Belgium. The design dates from 1931 and is attributed to Henri Heemskerk (1886–1953), in collaboration with Charles Catteau, both influential designers within the Belgian Art Deco period.

The vase is executed in a technique of multiple glass layers (double layer) with color stripes and marbled effects, creating a rich depth and a lively interplay of colors. The combination of yellow, green, and red/orange blends organically and highlights the handcrafted character of this object. The stepped form with a rounded belly and layered neck is characteristic of the refined Art Deco design from the interwar period.

These glass objects, produced in Belgium during the Art Deco period, clearly show influences from contemporary Czechoslovakian glass in their shape and decoration, which was known for its experimental techniques and expressive use of color. Scailmont managed to translate these influences into a unique style with high-quality finishing and an artistic appearance.

The vase is documented in the book “Les Verreries de Scailmont à l’époque Art Deco,” which underscores the authenticity and historical value of this piece. Each piece is unique due to the mouth-blown production process and the manual application of color and layers.

The object is in good condition and is suitable both as a decorative vase and as an independent art piece. Thanks to its provenance, the rare technique, and the documented Art Deco origin story, this is a special collectible for enthusiasts of Belgian glass and design from the 1930s.

Manufacturer: Verreries de Scailmont
Origin: Manage, Belgium
- Design year: 1931
- Designer: Henri Heemskerk (1886–1953) / Charles Catteau
Style: Art Deco
Material: multi-layered, mouth-blown glass.
- Technique: double layer glass with colored stripes.
- Documentation: mentioned in Les Verreries de Scailmont during the Art Deco period.
- State: good condition