l.e smith company - L.E Smith - Vase - Glass

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Vetro glass swung vase from the 1950–1960 period by L.E. Smith Glass Company (USA), in Bittersweet orange, 40 cm high, 13 cm wide and 13 cm deep, 796 g, in excellent condition.

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[EN] Item Description:Stunning and iconic vintage American art glass "Swung Vase", manufactured in the 1960s by the renowned L.E. Smith Glass Company, featuring the highly collectible 6-Petal Base design.This specific piece stands out due to its gorgeous "Bittersweet" colorway (a vibrant, shaded fiery orange) enhanced by a premium acid-etched satin finish. This matte, velvety texture was a deluxe option at the time, making it significantly scarcer and harder to find compared to the regular glossy glass versions.Each vase from this production is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece: the dramatic, fluted tulip-shaped mouth was swung and stretched by hand by the glassmaker while the glass was red-hot. A superb, highly sculptural statement piece, perfect for Mid-Century Modern interiors or specialized art glass collections.Manufacturer: L.E. Smith Glass Company (USA)Period: 1960s (Mid-Century Modern)Height: 40 cmWeight: 796 gCondition: Excellent vintage condition, glass is intact and beautifully preserved, with no chips or cracks on the delicate top petals.

[EN] Item Description:Stunning and iconic vintage American art glass "Swung Vase", manufactured in the 1960s by the renowned L.E. Smith Glass Company, featuring the highly collectible 6-Petal Base design.This specific piece stands out due to its gorgeous "Bittersweet" colorway (a vibrant, shaded fiery orange) enhanced by a premium acid-etched satin finish. This matte, velvety texture was a deluxe option at the time, making it significantly scarcer and harder to find compared to the regular glossy glass versions.Each vase from this production is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece: the dramatic, fluted tulip-shaped mouth was swung and stretched by hand by the glassmaker while the glass was red-hot. A superb, highly sculptural statement piece, perfect for Mid-Century Modern interiors or specialized art glass collections.Manufacturer: L.E. Smith Glass Company (USA)Period: 1960s (Mid-Century Modern)Height: 40 cmWeight: 796 gCondition: Excellent vintage condition, glass is intact and beautifully preserved, with no chips or cracks on the delicate top petals.

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Era
1900-2000
Weight
796 g
Country of origin
United States
Designer/artist/maker
L.E Smith
Material
Glass
Style
Mid-century modern
Manufacturer/brand
l.e smith company
Colour
Orange
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
40 cm
Width
13 cm
Depth
13 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
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