The Retro Bloom: A Mid-Century Modern Classic Aquamarine Bud Vase by Viking Glass

2 1/4" W x 3 1/2"D x 13"H

This striking example of Mid-Century Modern American art glass is a signature "swung" bud vase from the iconic Epic line by Viking Glass, produced circa the 1960s. The piece showcases a masterfully executed hand-pulled silhouette, a result of the "stretch glass" technique where molten glass was swung to create a unique, elongated tension that ensures no two pieces are exactly identical. It features a rare and highly tactile frosted "petal" or "lotus" footed base in a soft aquamarine hue, which transitions seamlessly into a tall, polished neck of icy clarity. This sophisticated gradient from saturated seafoam to transparent glass captures the era’s fascination with light and organic geometry, serving as a functional sculpture that functions as effectively as a solitary art object as it does a vessel for a single stem. Valued for its delicate satin finish and Atomic Age aesthetic, this specific frosted variant remains a coveted find for collectors of West Virginia art glass and 20th-century design.

USA

1960s