Based in Osaka, Iwatsu Glass stands as one of Japan's most recognised and prolific manufacturers of mid-century art glass. Operating at the height of the country's post-war manufacturing boom, the furnaces produced an outstanding volume of high-quality decorative wares that rivalled the output of traditional European glasshouses on the global market.
The company reached a creative and production peak during the 1960s and 1970s, releasing a diverse range of vases, centrepieces, and art glass pieces. They captured the aesthetic of mid-century modern design, frequently featuring vibrant swirls of colour cased in thick, clear glass.
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THIS LISTING
A gorgeous purple and turquoise bowl/centrepiece, in a style that is a well-known model and appears in a variety of colours. This particular piece is also cased, meaning it has a layer of white glass internally which helps the exterior colour pop.
Series Hineri
Production 1960s/70s
Dimensions 28cm tall, 23cm wide
Condition Excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks or major scratches. There are some bubbles in the glass from manufacturing and some light surface scratches, mainly towards the base; expected and seen often in these types of pieces.
Quite a spectacular find actually - not only fairly hard to find but an incredible colour combination!
