This classic design amber-green bowl, known as a 'Cat's Head' as it looks eerily like a Siamese from the side, was designed by Josef Hospodska for Sklo Union. Its heavy - weighs about 1840g - and absolutely beautiful in the light. There is a very light scratch on one edge.
This cool Czech glass Sklo Union bowl was manufactured in the Rosice Glassworks. It was designed by Vladislav Urban around 1968. We think its pattern number 619. We also have a pair of matching candle-holders.
Dimensions: 7.5"(w) x 3.5"(d) x 5"(h), weighs circa 1890g
Guide price: £ 45
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References:
- 20th Century Glass
- Sklo Union: Art Before Industry, p.98
This stylish pair of Sklo Union glass candle-holders were manufactured in the Rosice glassworks in the old Czechoslovakia. They were designed by Vladislav Urban around 1967. We also have a matching bowl.
Dimensions: 2.5" x 2.5" x 3.25"(h), weigh circa 490g each
Guide price: £ 50 (for pair)
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References: - 20th Century Glass - Hi Sklo Lo Sklo: 1950s-70s Czech Glass Design from Masterpiece to Mass-produced, Mark Hill