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Rosenthal Sculptural Postmodern "Exotique" Satin Art Glass Vase Michael Boehm
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Product description
Rosenthal Studio-Line "Exotique" Satin Glass Vase by Michael Boehm – Sculptural Organic Design, Germany, 1970s
A rare and highly expressive satin glass vase from Rosenthal Studio-Line's celebrated art glass programme of the 1970s. Designed by Michael Boehm as part of the Exotique series, this sculptural piece captures the era's fascination with biomorphic forms, organic movement, and the transformative possibilities of glass as a medium.
Executed in frosted satin glass in a luminous sea-green hue, the vase appears almost aquatic in character. Its asymmetrical silhouette unfolds through a sequence of fluid curves and projecting fins, creating a form that evokes exotic flowers, marine organisms, or wind-shaped botanical structures. Depending on the angle from which it is viewed, the piece continuously reveals new profiles and shifting relationships between mass and void.
The distinctive satin finish softens the intensity of the transparent green glass, diffusing light across the surface and creating an ethereal, velvety appearance. This treatment enhances the vase's sculptural qualities, lending it a quiet presence that contrasts beautifully with the boldness of its silhouette.
Design & Aesthetic
Exotique belongs to the rich experimental phase of Rosenthal Studio-Line, when the company expanded its renowned porcelain programme into the realm of artistic glass production. Rather than treating glass solely as a functional material, designers were encouraged to explore expressive, sculptural forms that challenged conventional notions of the vessel.
Michael Boehm's design language embraces this freedom. The vase balances elegance with theatricality, combining:
• Organic modernism
• Biomorphic abstraction
• Scandinavian-inspired softness of line
• Space Age experimentation
• Sculptural functionality
Its asymmetrical opening further reinforces the sense of movement, allowing floral arrangements to interact dynamically with the form itself.
About the Designer
Michael Boehm collaborated with Rosenthal Studio-Line during a period marked by artistic innovation and international exchange. While less widely documented than some of Rosenthal's star designers, his work reflects the company's commitment to commissioning distinctive artistic voices capable of pushing the boundaries between decorative arts and sculpture.
The Exotique series stands among the most memorable examples of this approach, celebrated today for its unusual forms and refined material treatment.
About Rosenthal Studio-Line
Established in 1961 under Philip Rosenthal, Rosenthal Studio-Line transformed the German manufacturer into one of Europe's leading platforms for contemporary design. Collaborations with figures such as Tapio Wirkkala, Bjørn Wiinblad, Victor Vasarely, Nanny Still, and Ambrogio Pozzi produced some of the twentieth century's most innovative objects in porcelain and glass.
The Studio-Line philosophy sought to unite industrial excellence with artistic experimentation—an ambition beautifully embodied by the present vase.
Details
Manufacturer: Rosenthal Studio-Line
Designer: Michael Boehm
Series: Exotique
Origin: Germany
Period: 1970s
Material: Satin frosted art glass
Colour: Sea green / turquoise green
Style: Organic Modernism / Biomorphic Design / Space Age
Dimensions
Height: 20.5 cm
Width: 16 cm
Depth: 9 cm
Condition
Very good vintage condition.
Minor traces of age and light surface wear consistent with careful use. No chips, cracks, or restorations observed.
Collector's Note
Glass pieces from Rosenthal Studio-Line's more experimental series remain significantly rarer than the company's porcelain productions. The Exotique models, with their unmistakably organic silhouettes and satin surfaces, are particularly sought after by collectors of twentieth-century European design.
Whether displayed as a standalone sculptural object or incorporated into a curated collection of Studio-Line glass, this vase possesses an elegant exoticism that feels as contemporary today as it did half a century ago.
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Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsGreen, TransparentMaterialGlassNumber of items1Height20 cmWidth16 cmDepth9 cm
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Private sellerBerlin, GermanyOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 25 sales