This striking “Midnight Sky” vase is a powerful example of Bertil Vallien’s narrative sculptural glass from the early 1990s. Vallien — one of Sweden’s most influential glass artists — is known for embedding symbolic worlds within the surface of his vessels, and this piece captures that language beautifully.
The vase features a a layered composition of applied coloured glass deep cobalt‑blue that has been acid‑cut to reveal a velvety matte cobalt blue ground. These applied elements form abstract branching structures and stylised ravens, their silhouettes suspended in the night sky. The contrast between the glossy applied motifs and the etched background creates depth, movement, and a narrative that blends mythology, landscape and dream-symbolism.
Signed and dated 1992, and numbered 801021/300, this work sits within Vallien’s limited‑production sculptural series — pieces that were individually worked, each with unique variations in motif and composition. At 1.6 kg and 23 cm high, it has the substantial presence expected of Vallien’s mid‑scale sculptural vessels.
A significant collector’s piece that embodies Vallien’s fascination with myth, landscape, and the psychological space between darkness and illumination.
• Artist: Bertil Vallien
• Maker: Kosta Boda, Sweden
• Series: Midnight Sky
• Year: 1992
• Signed
• Number: 801021/300
• Material: Frosted glass with applied coloured glass motifs
• Techniques: Acid cut surface; applied glass; sculptural motif work
• Motifs: Abstract branches, ravens/crows
• Weight: 1.6 kg
• Size: 23 cm high • 22 cm wide
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition
PRODUCT CODE: D0536
Please note dimensions carefully as it can be difficult to judge size by the images.
**All our items are vintage or pre-owned, so some signs of wear should be expected. Please read the description, view photos carefully, and feel free to ask any questions prior to purchase. We will always endeavour to note any imperfections, but the absence of this information does not imply that this item is free from defect.
This striking “Midnight Sky” vase is a powerful example of Bertil Vallien’s narrative sculptural glass from the early 1990s. Vallien — one of Sweden’s most influential glass artists — is known for embedding symbolic worlds within the surface of his vessels, and this piece captures that language beautifully.
The vase features a a layered composition of applied coloured glass deep cobalt‑blue that has been acid‑cut to reveal a velvety matte cobalt blue ground. These applied elements form abstract branching structures and stylised ravens, their silhouettes suspended in the night sky. The contrast between the glossy applied motifs and the etched background creates depth, movement, and a narrative that blends mythology, landscape and dream-symbolism.
Signed and dated 1992, and numbered 801021/300, this work sits within Vallien’s limited‑production sculptural series — pieces that were individually worked, each with unique variations in motif and composition. At 1.6 kg and 23 cm high, it has the substantial presence expected of Vallien’s mid‑scale sculptural vessels.
A significant collector’s piece that embodies Vallien’s fascination with myth, landscape, and the psychological space between darkness and illumination.
• Artist: Bertil Vallien
• Maker: Kosta Boda, Sweden
• Series: Midnight Sky
• Year: 1992
• Signed
• Number: 801021/300
• Material: Frosted glass with applied coloured glass motifs
• Techniques: Acid cut surface; applied glass; sculptural motif work
• Motifs: Abstract branches, ravens/crows
• Weight: 1.6 kg
• Size: 23 cm high • 22 cm wide
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition
PRODUCT CODE: D0536
Please note dimensions carefully as it can be difficult to judge size by the images.
**All our items are vintage or pre-owned, so some signs of wear should be expected. Please read the description, view photos carefully, and feel free to ask any questions prior to purchase. We will always endeavour to note any imperfections, but the absence of this information does not imply that this item is free from defect.
