Mid-century modern jug, glass, designed by L. Fiedorowicz, Poland, 1970s

A mid-century modern jug designed by L. Fiedorowicz in Poland in the 1970s, this piece exemplifies mature utilitarian glass design of the era. The body is made of thick glass in a saturated ruby shade, with a distinctly polished, light-reflecting surface. The form is well-balanced: a wide, gently spreading base smoothly transitions into a slender neck, topped with a characteristic, slightly forward-leaning spout for easy pouring. The handles, separately attached from amber-yellow glass, have a semicircular shape that harmoniously blends into the vessel's silhouette. Subtle traces of handcrafting at the joints confirm the blown glass technique. The condition is very good – the glass is free from chips, cracks, or visible signs of wear, and the colours remain intense and clear. This jug tells a story of Polish modernism of the 1970s: an era of bold experimentation with colour and form, where everyday objects gained artistic expression. The ruby red shines like a contained flame, while the amber handle recalls the optimism and freshness of those years. Maintained in the spirit of organic, decisive lines, the jug seems to invite dialogue – speaking of a time when even the simplest glass could be a manifesto of modernity. It can be paired with a simple mid-century wooden sideboard or displayed on glass shelves to highlight the colour saturation. It works well as a central accent on a living room or Polish dining table; it is worth combining with minimalist ceramic dishes or hand-formed goblets to emphasise its organic origin. In collector arrangements, among glass from the 1960s and 1970s, the jug gains additional depth – just one seasonal flower or leaving it empty is enough for it to become an autonomous, luminous decorative object.