Mid-century modern vase, pressed glass, Huta Walter, Germany, 1970s

A pressed glass vase made at the Walter Glassworks in Germany in the 1970s, exemplifying late modernist design. The form resembles a flat, almost round disc with a distinctly outlined, stable base. The transparent, colourless glass with a cool hue is finished with a uniform, glossy polish, giving an effect of purity and lightness. The central part features a vertical sleeve for flowers, smoothly blending into the form. The front is accentuated by textural protrusions in the form of oval fields with a rough texture and smaller, smooth indentations arranged in a geometric composition. The glass maintains regular thickness and careful craftsmanship, with all joints remaining invisible. The piece is in very good condition, with only minimal signs of use typical for vintage items. This vase expresses the spirit of the 1970s, when everyday object design sought a new balance between function and decoration. The transparent glass, like a pane, awaits light to be caught in its textures and protrusions, revealing their subtle drawing. The pattern on the surface resembles geometric records inspired by abstraction – as if telling the story of a time when simplicity of form met graphic boldness. Minimal discolourations and micro-traces emphasise the authenticity and true journey of the object through past decades. The vase can be placed alone on a smooth table or console with a distinctive surface – glass will look particularly good against dark wood or marble. It pairs well with daylight and other mid-century glass forms: surrounded by larger vessels in muted colours, single flowers with expressive stems or a dry branch, you will achieve a collector's harmony. The piece fits both modernist and eclectic arrangements – its neutrality allows it to be combined with raw textures or warm, natural fabrics, highlighting the timeless character of the design.