23 Art Deco WMF Myra Iridescent Glass Bowls and Vases
Category: Decorative Bowls
A rare offering of 23 Art Deco WMF Myra iridescent glass bowls and vases presents a remarkable window into early twentieth-century European decorative arts. Distinctly reflecting the innovative spirit of the interwar period, this collection embodies the modernist flair and luminous artistry synonymous with the era.
Origin: Germany, WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik), attributed to designer Karl Wiedmann
Date: Circa 1930
Material: Blown iridescent glass
Dimensions: Heights range from 7.5 cm (3 inches) to 30.5 cm (12 inches)
Condition: Excellent, with rich iridescent patina and only minor expected signs of age
These Art Deco WMF Myra glass bowls and vases stand as exemplary representations of German glassmaking at its zenith. Produced between 1926 and 1936, the Myra range is renowned for its radiant, shifting colours—an effect painstakingly developed by master designer Karl Wiedmann. Comparable examples can be found in leading museum collections, testifying to the significance of this production and its enduring appeal to collectors of Art Deco glassware and blown glass art.
Notable Features:
- Superlative craftsmanship: The collection exhibits meticulous blown glasswork, with each form showcasing a seamless, fluid silhouette and a vibrant iridescent sheen unique to Myra glass.
- Distinctive design: The bold yet harmonious lines echo hallmark Art Deco motifs, while the glistening colour-play recalls early Bohemian glassmaking influences.
- Collecting value: With 23 individual pieces encompassing a range of forms and sizes, this grouping offers extraordinary rarity and breadth, enhancing any serious decorative art or blown glass collection.
- Display potential: The bowls and vases are ideal both as striking decorative features and as highlights within a curated display of works of art or period furnishings.
The dazzling iridescence and sophisticated lines of these Art Deco WMF Myra glass bowls and vases make them not only an aesthetic pleasure but also a testament to a celebrated era of design. For enthusiasts of decorative bowls, Art Deco collectors, or admirers of Bohemian-influenced glass, this ensemble represents an outstanding acquisition of artistry and historical relevance.
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