Mid-century modern organiser, glass, designed by J. Hospodka, Czechoslovakia, 1960s

A glass organiser designed by Josef Hospodka in Czechoslovakia in the 1960s, this piece is rooted in the mid-century modern movement, combining functionality with a sculptural approach to form. Handcrafted from thick, transparent glass, it features an organic, slightly asymmetrical silhouette with softly curved edges and characteristic bulges. The colour scheme is based on a saturated lime-yellow hue that intensifies at the upper edge and transitions to clear transparency at the base. The wavy, mirror-like surface strongly reflects and diffuses light, emphasising the irregular geometry. The absence of visible seams, joints, or any signs of damage indicates a high level of craftsmanship. The solid construction ensures stability and allows it to be used as a container for small items, a decorative bowl, a display piece, or a jewellery tray. It is in very good condition, with no chips, cracks, or visible signs of use. This item seems to tell the story of the artistic freedom of the 1960s, when Czechoslovakian glass boldly went beyond the lines set by function. The dynamic wave line, subtly shifting colours, and glass frozen in motion recall the experimentation and energy that creators brought to even the simplest utilitarian forms. Every change of viewing angle brings a different arrangement of highlights and shadows—as if time itself is reflected in the mirror surface, sometimes subdued, sometimes full of vitality, so characteristic of the modernist years in Czechoslovakia. The organiser can be placed on a console or low sideboard in the living room, where it will become a central light accent. It will look particularly striking among other glass or ceramic objects from the mid-20th century, but also against the backdrop of warm teak wood veneer. In a collector's interior, it works well as a soloist or as part of a larger composition of designer objects from the mid-century era, creating a place where the history of Czechoslovakian glass meets modern arrangement. No detailed technical data; for care, it is recommended to use a soft cloth intended for glass.