{"product_id":"scandinavian-art-glass-controlled-bubble-solifleur-vase-emerald-green-crystal-circa-late-1960s-1970s","title":"Scandinavian Art Glass Controlled Bubble Solifleur Vase, Emerald Green \u0026 Crystal, circa Late 1960s–1970s","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe polished pontil mark on the base of this vase tells you everything you need to know about the quality of the piece. Every hand-blown glass object carries a pontil scar — the mark left when the iron rod is snapped away from the molten base after forming. On mass-produced pieces, this scar is left raw or roughly ground. On premium studio glass, it is polished to a smooth, concave mirror finish: an extra step that costs time and labour and serves no functional purpose whatsoever, except to signal that the maker cared. This vase has a polished pontil. It was made by people who cared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe form is a bone vase — the Scandinavian design archetype named for the way the flared rim and weighted spherical base mimic the structural logic of organic forms. At 25cm, this is a large example: most bone vases of the era run 15–18cm, and the additional height gives this piece a presence that smaller versions simply cannot match. The emerald green trumpet stem — vibrant, deeply saturated, cased glass — narrows to a seamless join with the heavy clear crystal ball foot, which is packed with a dense, uniform injection of bullicante bubbles suspended in perfect formation. The weight distribution is deliberate: the heavy base acts as ballast for the tall slender neck, keeping it stable when holding top-heavy single stems like calla lilies or bird of paradise. Attributed to Åseda Glasbruk in Sweden — possibly the Bo Borgström Bone series — or high-end Japanese studio glass imports such as Iwata or Tajima Glass, both of which supplied the Australian market extensively in the late 1960s. A focal piece for a teak sideboard, a mid-century shelf, or a rainbow glass display where the emerald will anchor the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle \/ Attribution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scandinavian Art Glass, attributed to Åseda Glasbruk (Sweden) or Japanese studio glass (Iwata \/ Tajima)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solifleur bud vase \/ bone vase (single-stem)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cased glass, bullicante (controlled air bubbles), polished pontil base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Emerald \/ forest green trumpet stem with clear crystal ball base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa late 1960s–1970s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRim opening:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5cm diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slightly wider than 4cm, polished 4cm pontil mark on underside\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 329g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweden (or Japan)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent \/ near mint vintage condition. Minimal base wear around the pontil consistent with age. The green glass neck shows no internal residue staining, clouding, or mineral water tracking. No chips or hairline cracks at the rim or base. The bullicante bubbles are crisp and fully intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe photographs form part of the condition report — please review all images carefully before purchasing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash only in warm water with a mild detergent and a soft cloth. Do not submerge or soak — water trapped inside the stem can be difficult to remove and may cause clouding over time. Dry immediately with a lint-free cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEvery piece is carefully wrapped and packaged to ensure it arrives at your doorstep in perfect condition.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Timeless Edit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42644188463150,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2808\/9574\/files\/TallGreenControlledBubbleVase1.jpg?v=1788153595","url":"https:\/\/jacquifink.com\/products\/scandinavian-art-glass-controlled-bubble-solifleur-vase-emerald-green-crystal-circa-late-1960s-1970s","provider":"Jacqui Fink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}