Rare Floris Meydam for Leerdam Art Glass Vase – Red, Yellow & Clear Cased Glass, 1950s | Dutch Collectible | TheyUnique
Rare Floris Meydam for Leerdam Art Glass Vase – 1950s
A true collector's piece, this impressive 1950s art glass vase was designed by the renowned Dutch glass artist Floris Meydam for the celebrated Royal Leerdam Crystal glassworks. Known for his innovative approach to colour, form, and transparency, Meydam played a significant role in shaping post-war Dutch glass design.
This exceptional vase showcases a striking combination of red, yellow, and clear cased glass, creating a vibrant layered effect that changes beautifully as it catches the light. The elegant elongated form and rich colour transitions make it both a functional vase and a sculptural work of art.
Standing an impressive 41 cm high, this large vase commands attention whether displayed with flowers or admired as a standalone statement piece. The clean lines and luminous colours are characteristic of the refined aesthetic that made Leerdam glass internationally acclaimed during the mid-century period.
Highly sought after by collectors of Dutch art glass, this rare example represents the exceptional craftsmanship and timeless design for which Floris Meydam and Leerdam are celebrated.
Carefully curated for TheyUnique.com, this vase is an outstanding addition to collections of Scandinavian and Dutch modernism, studio glass, and mid-century decorative arts.
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PRODUCT FEATURES
- Designer: Floris Meydam
- Manufacturer: Royal Leerdam Crystal
- Origin: Netherlands
- Period: 1950s
- Material: Handcrafted cased art glass
- Colours: Red, yellow, and clear
- Style: Mid-Century Modern / Dutch Modernism / Art Glass
- Dimensions:
- Height: 41 cm
- Width: 10 cm
- Depth: 8 cm
- Condition: Vintage
- Rarity: Rare collector's item
- Use: Decorative vase, sculptural art glass, collector's piece
STYLING TIPS
✔ Display as a standalone statement piece where natural light enhances the layered colours.
✔ Pair with Scandinavian or Dutch mid-century furniture for a refined modernist look.
✔ Style with a few long stems or branches to complement its elegant proportions.
✔ Showcase in a glass cabinet alongside Murano, Scandinavian, or Czech art glass.
✔ An exceptional addition to a curated collection of post-war European glass design.