Set of 2 neodymium glass old fashioned glasses with hand sculpted base, Italy, 1970s.
A rare set of six Italian whisky glasses, handblown in neodymium glass and finished with individually sculpted organic bases — each a singular expression of touch and form.
These glasses push the boundaries of functional glassware. While the body retains a minimalist, cylindrical profile, the lower section reveals hand-shaped rounded formations, resembling softened stones or flowing lava. This sculptural gesture is not merely decorative: it engages the hand, inviting a physical relationship between user and object.
The glass itself is neodymium — a material prized for its chromatic mutability. Under daylight, soft lilac and amethyst tones emerge; under cold or artificial light, they shift towards a cool, smoky blue. The result is atmospheric and ever-changing, a material in quiet dialogue with its environment.
The textured surface and anatomical base give the glasses a tactile, almost geological presence. Each glass in this set features a meticulously handcrafted base. Each circular form at the base is meticulously handcrafted, one by one, by skilled artisans. No two bases are exactly alike, making every piece a singular work of art. This subtle variation celebrates the human touch behind the production, enriching the tactile and visual experience with an authentic sense of individuality.
OBJECT SPECIFICATIONS
PRODUCT: Set of 2 rare whisky glasses with sculpted neodymium glass
ORIGIN: Italy
PERIOD: 1970s
STYLE: Organic Brutalist
MATERIAL: Neodymium glass
COLOR: Lilac shifting to smoky blue depending on light
TEXTURE: Textured body with hand-sculpted organic base
CONDITION: Excellent condition
DIMENSIONS: (+–) Diameter 7 cm; Height 8.5 cm