Mid-Century Modern Style Blown Cobalt Blue Floor Vase

This is a substantial floor-standing vase crafted from hand-blown glass, measuring approximately 30 to 36 inches in height. The piece features a vibrant, translucent cobalt blue color throughout. Its silhouette is a tapered, elongated conical form that transitions into a slender neck and finishes with a flared rim. The base appears solid and slightly weighted to provide stability for its height. Due to the scale and hand-blown nature, the glass may exhibit minor internal bubbles (seeds) or subtle surface undulations, which are indicative of the manufacturing process. The style is heavily influenced by Mid-Century Modern Italian (Empoli) or Scandinavian art glass, likely dating from the mid-to-late 20th century or a high-quality contemporary revival. The condition appears excellent with no visible cracks or significant chips, though minor shelf wear on the underside of the base is expected. The craftsmanship is evidenced by the consistent wall thickness and the smooth transition of the flared mouth. There are no visible maker's marks or signatures in the provided view, suggesting it may have originally carried a paper or foil label.

I have virtually examined this impressive hand-blown cobalt blue floor vase. Measuring between 30 and 36 inches, this piece represents a significant scale in art glass, likely of Italian (Empoli) origin from the mid-to-late 20th century. The tapered conical form and flared rim are characteristic of the mid-century modern aesthetic, which remains highly desirable in today’s interior design market. The condition appears consistent with a well-maintained decorative object; the 'seeds' noted are expected manufacturing artifacts that confirm its hand-blown nature rather than being defects. The current market for large-scale Mid-Century glass is stable, with height being a primary driver of price. Comparables for unsigned Empoli-style vases of this height range from $400 to $700 at retail galleries. While it lacks a signature, the quality of the cobalt saturation and the stability of the weighted base suggest a high-end production. The absence of a maker’s mark limits the valuation to 'attributed' status rather than a specific designer like Blenko or Seguso, which would significantly increase the value. Please note: This appraisal is based solely on digital images and descriptions. Without a physical inspection, I cannot definitively verify the absence of 'flea bites' or internal stressing. A full authentication would require an in-person examination of the base wear to confirm age and a search for remnants of original foil labels. Provenance documentation or a verified purchase history from mid-century distributors would be necessary to elevate the valuation to the higher range of the market.