A blush of pink, a scattering of cobalt blue, and a silhouette that needs no flowers to make an impression. This finely worked glass vase pairs a rounded, lobed body with a slender neck, its vertical decoration drawing the eye upward and catching the light with every turn.
Attributed to Otto Prutscher for Meyr’s Neffe, circa 1910, it brings the artistry of Viennese Secession-era design into a wonderfully intimate scale. The delicate pink glass lends warmth to its disciplined geometry, while blue accents introduce an unexpected note of playfulness.
A vase of the same form in colorless glass was cataloged at auction under Prutscher and Meyr’s Neffe in 2020. This pink example is a distinctive find: a piece to admire today, live with daily, and pass along with its next chapter still to come.
Measurements
Height: 8 inches / 20.3 cm
Maximum width: 3 inches / 7.6 cm
Opening: 1.5 inches / 3.8 cm
Condition
Well-preserved antique condition, with minute nicks at the opening visible under magnification, as confirmed upon inspection. Surface wear underneath is consistent with age and use. There is a light stain which is likely removable in the interior. We were able to gently remove some of this discoloration with a wet paper towel. Please examine the detailed photographs as part of the condition description.
History of the maker
Otto Prutscher (1880–1949) was an Austrian architect and designer whose work extended across furniture, interiors, glass, ceramics, and metalwork. His glass designs for the Bohemian manufacturer Meyr’s Neffe belong to the rich creative world of early twentieth-century Viennese decorative arts, where everyday objects received the attention traditionally reserved for works of art.
His collaboration with Meyr’s Neffe produced glass celebrated for its refined proportions and intricate decoration. This vase is attributed to that partnership. Pieces from this collaboration are displayed in museums in Europe and North America.
Ways to use
Place it on a mantel, bedside table, or bookshelf where daylight can illuminate the pink glass. A single slender stem offers a simple arrangement, while the vase is equally compelling displayed empty.
For an out-of-the-box idea, set it beside a favorite framed photograph or an inherited silver box to create a small gathering of objects from different generations. On a mirrored tray, its reflection gives the elongated form another dimension.
Duty notice
The majority of our items are sourced in France and Italy and shipped from Italy.
FOR BUYERS RECEIVING SHIPMENTS IN THE UNITED STATES: The policy regarding import duties on goods shipped to the U.S. from the EU has changed multiple times in the past two years, and therefore we cannot predict if you will have to pay a duty to your post man or at your post office to receive your package. We continue shipping to the U.S. so that you still have access to the unique items we source.