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Amber-colored Vase by Floris Meydam for Leerdam, The Netherlands 1956

Creator: Floris Meydam
Offered by: AtKris Studio

Description
This stunning glass vase by Floris Meydam, crafted at the renowned Leerdam Glass Factory and signed with 'Leerdam Unica’ in 1956, exudes elegance and artistry. Imbued with warmth and a touch of vintage charm.

Floris Meydam
At the age of 16, in 1935, Floris Meydam began working as an assistant in the advertising department of the Leerdam Glass Factory, where his father worked as a glass packer. From 1939 to 1943, he attended evening classes in Industrial Art Education in Utrecht. After training as a glass decorator at the Leerdam Glass School in 1943, Floris Meydam worked as a glass decoration teacher at the school from 1944 to 1947. In 1949, he took over the design department at the Leerdam Glass Factory. There, Meydam designed functional and packaging glass for production lines, as well as crystal decorative and functional objects for the art industry collections such as Serica and Unica. Floris Meydam was one of the most prominent Dutch glass designers. Alongside Willem Heesen, Sybren Valkema, and Gerard Thomassen, Meydam, after Copier, belonged to the second generation of designers who were influential in Dutch glass design. As a designer for the Leerdam Glass Factory and later as an independent glass artist, Meydam gained worldwide fame. He received numerous national and international awards for his many designs, and his work can be found in museums worldwide.

Design
Meydam's craftsmanship is evident in the delicate curves and shimmering translucency of the glass, making this piece a true masterpiece that effortlessly blends tradition with contemporary allure. Add a touch of timeless beauty to your home with this exquisite creation from a true glass artisan.

Condition
The condition of this vase is very good with only minor traces of wear.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	Netherlands
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Glass
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Patterns:	Handmade, Modern
Incollect Reference #:	731652

Dimensions

W.	12.99 in;	H.	5.12 in;	D.	17.72 in;
W.	33 cm;	H.	13 cm;	D.	45 cm;

Message from Seller:

AtKris Studio has a passion for 20th century design and searches for the inspiring stories hidden behind a piece of furniture. Ranging from an Art Deco bar cabinet from the 1920s, or a Danish Design coffee table by Nanna Ditzel, to an iconic Italian Gio Ponti desk.

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