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GDR Vintage Block Vase Duo 70s Re-Design Oldrich Lipsky Exbor à Josef Hoffmann
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Berlin, GermanyOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 20 sales
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Two Stunning Block Vases by GDR Manufacturer Ilm-Kristall – 1970s Design Inspired by Josef Hoffmann Attributed to Oldrich Lipsky/Exbor
Discover a pair of remarkable block vases, attributed to renowned Czech designer Oldrich Lipsky for Exbor in the 1970s, and produced by VEB Ilm-Kristall in East Germany (GDR). These vases beautifully reinterpret an iconic design originally attributed to Josef Hoffmann in the 1920s for Carl Meltzer & Co., a manufacturer celebrated for its avant-garde glass creations. With their modular, sculptural forms and faceted detailing, these pieces epitomize mid-century design aesthetics while paying homage to the geometric precision of Bauhaus sensibilities.
Details:
1. Green Octagonal Block Vase with Transparent Accents
- Design: A re-interpretation of Hoffmann’s 1920s original for Carl Meltzer & Co.
- Color: Emerald Green with Transparent Sections
- Height: 22.5 cm
- Diameter: 11 cm
- Weight: 1,100 kg
Hoffmann, a key figure in the Vienna Secession and co-founder of the Wiener Werkstätte, is celebrated for his dedication to geometric purity and craftsmanship. This vase reflects Hoffmann’s influence with its octagonal, stacked ring design, emphasizing sharp faceted cuts that play with light in a way that enhances the alternating green and transparent elements. The modular structure and the vibrant green glass make this a standout piece for lovers of Bauhaus-inspired designs.
2. Lilac-Tinted Crystal Block Vase with Transparent Accents – 1970s Design by Oldrich Lipsky
- Design: Attributed to Oldrich Lipsky
- Color: Lilac with Transparent Sections
- Height: 23.5 cm
- Top Diameter: 5.3 cm
- Bottom Diameter: 9 cm
This lilac-tinted crystal vase is an exemplary work of mid-century craftsmanship, showcasing Lipsky’s skill in blending traditional glassmaking with modernist design principles. Its faceted, stacked segments, each alternating between lilac and transparent crystal, create a dynamic interplay of light and shadow, making the vase an eye-catching piece from every angle. The bold, conic structure adds a sculptural dimension that is both elegant and refined, perfect for collectors of Eastern European glass design.
Both vases are in a very good vintage condition, representing a fascinating dialogue between Hoffmann’s early modernist vision and Lipsky’s mid-century reinterpretation during the GDR era. Produced by VEB Ilm-Kristall, a leading crystal manufacturer in East Germany known for its high-quality handcraftsmanship, these vases exemplify the innovation and artistry that emerged from the Cold War period’s most prominent glassmakers.
These pieces are ideal for collectors of Art Deco and mid-century modernism, providing a unique opportunity to own a harmonious blend of geometric design and artistic flair.
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Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsPurple, Green, Multi Color, TransparentMaterialGlassNumber of items2Height23 cmWidth9 cmDepth10 cm
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Berlin, GermanyOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 20 sales