Bernard Heesen - Vase - Glass
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Bernard Heesen – De Oude Horn – Monumental unique glass vase – 38 cm
Description
Beautiful and very rare, hand-blown art glass vase by the internationally renowned Dutch glass artist Bernard Heesen, made in his glass studio De Oude Horn.
The monumental vase has an exceptional, sculptural form with a large spherical belly and a notably long, yellow-iridescent neck. The body is rendered in warm pink, copper, and gold tones and richly wrapped with expressively applied glass threads and glass ribbons. Due to the iridescent sheen, the color play continuously changes under different lighting conditions.
Heesen is known for his free, experimental way of glassblowing, where spontaneity and the visible making process are central. His work is included in numerous museum collections such as Boijmans Van Beuningen and important private collections. Especially large, pronounced unique pieces like this one are rarely offered.
The vase is hand-signed on the bottom with a reference to De Oude Horn and Bernard Heesen.
Dimensions:
* Height: 38 cm
* Material: hand-blown art glass
* Provenance: Glassworks De Oude Horn, Netherlands
* Artist: Bernard Heesen
* Version: unique, handmade specimen
Condition:
The vase has been professionally restored in the past at the transition between the neck and the belly. Around this area and on the body, some portions of the delicate applied glass threads and glass ribbons are locally missing. The restoration and missing decorative parts are visible in the detail photos and are an explicit part of the condition description.
Despite these flaws, this remains a particularly decorative, imposing, and very rare work in a desirable form. The vase still presents impressively and is a real focal point within a Dutch studio glass collection.
Shipped with extreme care and double packaging. Due to the fragility and existing restoration, extra attention will be paid to protecting the neck and glass decoration.
Seller's Story
TenCate Art is an independent Dutch gallery, researcher and publisher specialising in European paintings, drawings, sculpture, rare books, manuscripts and historically significant objects, with a particular focus on works dating from the Gothic period through the nineteenth century.
Every object is personally selected, examined and researched. We distinguish clearly between documented facts, scholarly attribution and informed opinion, providing honest descriptions, detailed photography and transparent condition information.
Our research sometimes develops into historical publications and e-books, bringing forgotten people, events and objects back to life through carefully researched narratives based on original sources. In this way, TenCate Art not only trades in historical objects, but also preserves and shares the stories they carry.
All purchases are carefully packed to professional standards and shipped worldwide with tracking and insurance. With more than 175 positive Catawiki reviews, buyers can purchase from TenCate Art with confidence.
Translated by Google TranslateBernard Heesen – De Oude Horn – Monumental unique glass vase – 38 cm
Description
Beautiful and very rare, hand-blown art glass vase by the internationally renowned Dutch glass artist Bernard Heesen, made in his glass studio De Oude Horn.
The monumental vase has an exceptional, sculptural form with a large spherical belly and a notably long, yellow-iridescent neck. The body is rendered in warm pink, copper, and gold tones and richly wrapped with expressively applied glass threads and glass ribbons. Due to the iridescent sheen, the color play continuously changes under different lighting conditions.
Heesen is known for his free, experimental way of glassblowing, where spontaneity and the visible making process are central. His work is included in numerous museum collections such as Boijmans Van Beuningen and important private collections. Especially large, pronounced unique pieces like this one are rarely offered.
The vase is hand-signed on the bottom with a reference to De Oude Horn and Bernard Heesen.
Dimensions:
* Height: 38 cm
* Material: hand-blown art glass
* Provenance: Glassworks De Oude Horn, Netherlands
* Artist: Bernard Heesen
* Version: unique, handmade specimen
Condition:
The vase has been professionally restored in the past at the transition between the neck and the belly. Around this area and on the body, some portions of the delicate applied glass threads and glass ribbons are locally missing. The restoration and missing decorative parts are visible in the detail photos and are an explicit part of the condition description.
Despite these flaws, this remains a particularly decorative, imposing, and very rare work in a desirable form. The vase still presents impressively and is a real focal point within a Dutch studio glass collection.
Shipped with extreme care and double packaging. Due to the fragility and existing restoration, extra attention will be paid to protecting the neck and glass decoration.
Seller's Story
TenCate Art is an independent Dutch gallery, researcher and publisher specialising in European paintings, drawings, sculpture, rare books, manuscripts and historically significant objects, with a particular focus on works dating from the Gothic period through the nineteenth century.
Every object is personally selected, examined and researched. We distinguish clearly between documented facts, scholarly attribution and informed opinion, providing honest descriptions, detailed photography and transparent condition information.
Our research sometimes develops into historical publications and e-books, bringing forgotten people, events and objects back to life through carefully researched narratives based on original sources. In this way, TenCate Art not only trades in historical objects, but also preserves and shares the stories they carry.
All purchases are carefully packed to professional standards and shipped worldwide with tracking and insurance. With more than 175 positive Catawiki reviews, buyers can purchase from TenCate Art with confidence.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Netherlands
Designer/artist/maker
Bernard Heesen
Material
Glass
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
38 cm
Width
18 cm
Depth
18 cm
Estimated period
1980-2000
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