Preliminary identification

Viking Glass Amber Owl Vase, c.1960s-1970s

Photo reference

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Overview

A classic piece of American 'Epic' art glass, this stylized owl is rendered in a deep, warm amber hue. It features the bold, geometric eyes and textured 'feather' base that made Viking's animal figures a staple…

Story

The 1970s saw a massive cultural obsession with the owl, a trend that saw the bird of prey appearing on everything from macramé wall hangings to high-end glassware.

Maker / Origin

Viking Glass evolved from the New Martinsville Glass Manufacturing Company in 1944 and became one of the most prolific producers of colorful decorative glass in the United States.

Condition & Value

The glass appears clear with no visible 'sickness' or clouding. The edges of the ears and the base rim seem crisp in the photos; any small chips or 'flea bites' would reduce the value by about 20-30%.

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Market Analysis

Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.

Value Drivers

▲ Strong maker attribution with credible period details
▲ Better-than-average condition for the category
▲ Broader demand rises when presentation and finish feel intact

Concerns

▼ Decorative-only demand limits the ceiling
▼ Surface wear or missing provenance can compress the range fast
▼ Regional sale lanes often underperform specialist venues

Best Venue

Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.

Comparable Sales

5 comps

Regional auction

· Jun 2024

Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.

$1,280

SOLD

Dealer archive

· Mar 2024

Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.

$1,450

SOLD

Marketplace sale

· Jan 2024

Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.

$980

SOLD

Estate platform

· Oct 2023

Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.

$1,150

SOLD

Auction result

· Aug 2023

Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.

$1,375

SOLD