Driade - Borek Sipek - Centrepiece - Isotta - Polychrome blown glass - hot applications
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Isotta centerpiece sculpture designed by Borek Sipek for Driade, dating to 1987 and crafted in mouth-blown polychrome glass with hot-applied decorations, measuring 17 cm high, 28 cm wide and 27 cm deep, made in Italy and in excellent condition with minor signs of wear and aging.
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Centerpiece Sculpture "Isotta" Driade - Design Borek Sipek ((1949-2016) in Multicolored Hand-Blown Glass with Hot-Applied Applications - Italy 1987
Icon of contemporary design: the magnificent centerpiece "Isotta", designed in 1987 by the celebrated Czech architect and designer Borek Sipek (1949-2016) for the prestigious Italian company Driade.
Considered a functional work of art that masterfully fuses sculpture and everyday design, "Isotta" is the perfect expression of Sipek's eclectic and neobaroque style. The structure consists of a hemispherical cup in transparent hand-blown glass, seemingly supported and enveloped by a triumph of multicolored leaves, slightly crumpled and topped with glass spines applied hot.
An eccentric yet deeply romantic design, ideal for decorating and giving character to a colorful environment, or to add a vibrant touch of light and color to a minimalist and monochrome space. Perfect for presenting candies for guests or simply as a work of art to admire.
Details and Technical Specifications:
• Designer: Borek Sipek (1949-2016)
• Manufacturer: Driade
• Model / SKU: ISOTTA (DS240A7003157)
• Design Era: 1987
• Material: Mouth-blown glass in Italy, with hand-modeled multicolored hot-applied applications.
Dimensions:
• Height: 17 cm
• Width: 28 cm
• Depth: 27 cm
• Leaves: 18 colored leaves 6 x 5 cm
• Spines: 13 colorless spines 3 x 3.5 cm
Market Value and Collecting
This piece represents not only a furnishing element but a great investment. Currently, market value for a new specimen of this collection ranges from €1,000 to €1,450.
Conditions:
The item is presented in excellent condition. The blown glass is clear and brilliant, and the delicate leaf and spine sculptures are perfectly intact. It has no defects, chips, or cracks. We invite you to consult the extensive photo gallery to appreciate the details.
Packing and Shipping:
Due to the importance and delicacy of the crystal, we guarantee professional-level packaging. The centerpiece will be carefully protected with thick layers of material. Shipping handled by an international courier with a tracking code.
Seller's Story
Welcome to my profile. I am an art enthusiast offering a curated selection of glassware, porcelain, and decorative collectibles. I boast forty years of experience in the industry, having collaborated with major international auction houses. My presence on Catawiki stems from a desire to continue sharing the beauty and history of these objects with a new audience of enthusiasts. I guarantee absolute expertise, faithful descriptions, and a professional conduct based on honesty and transparency.
Translated by Google TranslateCenterpiece Sculpture "Isotta" Driade - Design Borek Sipek ((1949-2016) in Multicolored Hand-Blown Glass with Hot-Applied Applications - Italy 1987
Icon of contemporary design: the magnificent centerpiece "Isotta", designed in 1987 by the celebrated Czech architect and designer Borek Sipek (1949-2016) for the prestigious Italian company Driade.
Considered a functional work of art that masterfully fuses sculpture and everyday design, "Isotta" is the perfect expression of Sipek's eclectic and neobaroque style. The structure consists of a hemispherical cup in transparent hand-blown glass, seemingly supported and enveloped by a triumph of multicolored leaves, slightly crumpled and topped with glass spines applied hot.
An eccentric yet deeply romantic design, ideal for decorating and giving character to a colorful environment, or to add a vibrant touch of light and color to a minimalist and monochrome space. Perfect for presenting candies for guests or simply as a work of art to admire.
Details and Technical Specifications:
• Designer: Borek Sipek (1949-2016)
• Manufacturer: Driade
• Model / SKU: ISOTTA (DS240A7003157)
• Design Era: 1987
• Material: Mouth-blown glass in Italy, with hand-modeled multicolored hot-applied applications.
Dimensions:
• Height: 17 cm
• Width: 28 cm
• Depth: 27 cm
• Leaves: 18 colored leaves 6 x 5 cm
• Spines: 13 colorless spines 3 x 3.5 cm
Market Value and Collecting
This piece represents not only a furnishing element but a great investment. Currently, market value for a new specimen of this collection ranges from €1,000 to €1,450.
Conditions:
The item is presented in excellent condition. The blown glass is clear and brilliant, and the delicate leaf and spine sculptures are perfectly intact. It has no defects, chips, or cracks. We invite you to consult the extensive photo gallery to appreciate the details.
Packing and Shipping:
Due to the importance and delicacy of the crystal, we guarantee professional-level packaging. The centerpiece will be carefully protected with thick layers of material. Shipping handled by an international courier with a tracking code.
Seller's Story
Welcome to my profile. I am an art enthusiast offering a curated selection of glassware, porcelain, and decorative collectibles. I boast forty years of experience in the industry, having collaborated with major international auction houses. My presence on Catawiki stems from a desire to continue sharing the beauty and history of these objects with a new audience of enthusiasts. I guarantee absolute expertise, faithful descriptions, and a professional conduct based on honesty and transparency.
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Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Italy
Manufacturer/brand
Driade
Designer/artist/maker
Borek Sipek
Model
Isotta
Material
Polychrome blown glass - hot applications
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
17 cm
Width
28 cm
Depth
27 cm
Estimated period
1980-1990
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