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.
Read more about Iwatsu Glass here.
THIS LISTING
Series ArtGlass
Production 1960s/70s
Model Centrepiece
Colour Red
Dimensions 18.5cm tall, 21.5cm (8.5") wide
Condition Excellent condition with no wear we can see. Some small dark spots in the glass near the rim, considered to be 'ash' marks from the manufacturing process.
