Monumental Vase Josef Hospodka Chribska Sommerso White Crystal 33cm

Monumental sculptural vase in solid Bohemian crystal, designed by master glassmaker Josef Hospodka for Chřibská Glassworks (Czechoslovakia, circa 1960). Affectionately nicknamed "cat vase" by collectors due to its spectacular neck resembling two upright ears, this centrepiece boasts extraordinary dimensions (33.5 cm in height and 3.637 kg). It is distinguished by a Sommerso heart in milky white opaline crystal, topped with stretched veils tinted in cobalt blue and magenta pink. TECHNICAL SHEET & EXPERTISE: • Designer / Manufacture: Josef Hospodka / Chřibská Glassworks. • Model: Named "Cat Vase" • Origin: Bohemia, Czechoslovakia (circa 1960) • Style: Mid-Century Modern European Design / Organic Form. • Techniques: Sommerso art crystal with a milky white heart, stretched veils (cobalt blue & magenta) • Dimensions: Height 33.5 cm|Width 18 cm|Depth 12 cm|Weight: 3.637 kg. • Condition: Excellent original condition, no chips, no cracks. DELIVERY: The packaging will be particularly careful and extremely well protected (high-density bubble wrap, custom cushioning, and double sturdy cardboard) to ensure safe transport. Josef Hospodka, Chribska, cat vase, crystal bohemian, monumental vase, white sommerso, opaline, cobalt blue, magenta, solid crystal.