One of Japan's most recognised manufacturers of mid-century glass is Iwatsu Glass Co, a company who produced an outstanding amount of incredible pieces predominantly bound for the Western export market.
Based in Osaka, Japan, the company were prolific in the 1960s and 1970s with a fantastic range of vases, centrepieces and art pieces, found in a variety of styles. Often mistaken for Italian and Czech pieces, these can often be found today with original Hineri foil labels still intact - Hineri being one of their glassware ranges.
Some pieces were exported under the Kamei Glass or Nanbu Glass, showcasing the exporters label rather than the Iwatsu Glass label.
THIS LISTING
A gorgeous butterscotch vase, with gold leaf applied throughout the glass in vertical bands. 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 24.5cm tall, 15cm wide
Condition Great vintage condition with no major wear to mention, however there is a chip on the base as per the last picture.
