Overview
This is a 'bonbonniere' or decorative apothecary jar, characterized by its elegant, elongated stem and organic, bulbous bowl.
1Identify
Preliminary identification
Hand-Blown Glass Pedestal Apothecary Jar, c. 1960s-1980s
Photo reference
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Story
The apothecary jar began its life in the 18th century as a strictly functional vessel for chemists to store herbs and powders, but by the mid-20th century, it had been completely reimagined as a height-defying piece of decor.
Maker / Origin
While this piece lacks a visible signature, it follows the high-quality tradition of glass houses in Krosno, Poland, or the Murano islands of Venice.
Condition & Value
The glass appears remarkably clear with no visible 'clouding' or mineral deposits. Quick ID could not verify a named-artist market here, so this is intentionally priced like decorative/local-sale art.
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