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Vintage Designer Glass Bowl by Peill & Putzler - German Mid-Century Modern Art Glass
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Private sellerBerlin, GermanyOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 25 sales
Product description
Peill & Putzler Sculptural Art Glass Centerpiece Bowl – German Mid-Century Modern Design, 1960s–1970s
A striking example of German mid-century modern glass design, this large sculptural bowl by Peill & Putzler combines elegant simplicity with exceptional craftsmanship. Executed in thick, heavy crystal glass, the piece embodies the refined modernism that made Peill & Putzler one of Germany's most respected glass manufacturers during the postwar decades.
With its broad circular form, gently rising walls, and beautifully balanced proportions, the bowl functions equally well as a centerpiece, decorative object, or sculptural statement piece. The substantial weight and remarkable clarity of the glass create an impressive physical presence, while the smooth curves and polished surfaces interact beautifully with light.
The design reflects the optimism and sophistication of European modernism during the 1960s and 1970s, when functional objects were increasingly conceived as sculptural elements within contemporary interiors. The bowl's restrained geometry allows the quality of the glass itself to take centre stage, revealing subtle reflections, refractions, and changing optical effects throughout the day.
About Peill & Putzler
Founded in Germany in the early twentieth century, Peill & Putzler became one of the country's most important producers of high-quality art glass, lighting, and decorative objects. During the postwar period, the company gained international recognition for combining traditional craftsmanship with progressive modern design.
Its production reflected the growing influence of Scandinavian modernism, Bauhaus principles, and German functionalist design, resulting in objects that remain highly collectible today.
Design Characteristics
The bowl exemplifies many of the qualities that define the best German art glass of the period:
• Thick, substantial crystal glass
• Clean geometric form
• Exceptional optical clarity
• Sculptural presence
• Timeless modernist aesthetic
Its simplicity is deceptive; the elegance of the design relies on proportion, craftsmanship, and the interaction between glass, light, and space.
Dimensions
Height: 10 cm
Diameter: 29.3 cm
Depth: 29.2 cm
Material
Crystal glass
Manufacturer
Peill & Putzler
Origin
Germany
Period
1960s–1970s
Style
Mid-Century Modern
Condition
Very good vintage condition with minor signs of age and use consistent with careful handling. No significant chips, cracks, or repairs observed.
Collector's Note
Large Peill & Putzler centerpiece bowls have become increasingly desirable among collectors of German art glass and mid-century modern design. Their combination of quality, scale, and timeless simplicity allows them to integrate effortlessly into both vintage and contemporary interiors.
Whether displayed as a centerpiece, fruit bowl, decorative vessel, or standalone sculpture, this piece remains a refined statement of European modernist design.
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Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsTransparentMaterialGlassNumber of items1StyleVintageBrandPeill & PutzlerHeight10 cmWidth29 cmDepth29 cm
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About this seller
Private sellerBerlin, GermanyOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 25 sales