Overview
Striking vintage art ceramic vase by Glit, Iceland, made by hand in the 1960s or 1970s. The piece has the raw, volcanic character often associated with Icelandic studio pottery of this period, with a strong sculptural surface and earthy glaze tones.
Design
The tall form has a narrow foot, rounded body and dark glossy rim. Around the body runs a deeply textured lava style decoration, built up in rough relief and finished with dark metallic brown accents. Small flashes of red appear inside the raised details, giving the surface a sense of heat under cooled stone.
The ribbed body adds rhythm behind the rough applied decoration. The contrast between smooth glaze, horizontal lines and rugged lava texture makes the vase visually active from every side.
Maker and Period
Made by Glit, Iceland
Marked: Glit SH
Period: 1960s to 1970s
Material: handmade glazed ceramic
Style: Icelandic art pottery, lava ceramic, vintage studio pottery
Measurements
Height: 23 cm
Condition
Excellent vintage condition.
No visible damage. The surface texture, glaze movement and irregular raised decoration are part of the handmade lava ceramic design.
For Interior Use
This vase has enough presence to stand alone on a shelf, sideboard or low table. It suits interiors with natural materials, dark wood, stone, linen, Scandinavian design and collected ceramics. It can also work as a strong accent piece in a more minimal room.
