Key Features:
- Designer: Adolf Matura
- Pattern No. 3484/145 – original design by
- Premium European-made pressed glass in clear finish
- Authentic mid-century design from the Sklo Union collection
- Dimensions: Height 14 cm · Width 14 cm · Depth 10 cm
- Weight: approx. 1.5 kg (1500 g) – solid and sculptural presence
The Adolf Matura Libochovice 3484/145 Vase is an icon of Czech mid-century design, blending geometric precision with refined craftsmanship. Designed by Adolf Matura for Sklo Union and produced at the historic Libochovice Glassworks, this collectible piece embodies the ingenuity and artistry that defined European glassware of the 1970s.
Formed from clear, pressed glass, its sculptural silhouette captures and refracts light with quiet sophistication. The numbered pattern 3484/145 is a hallmark of Matura’s mastery of proportion, texture, and modernist form, making it a sought-after reference for collectors and design enthusiasts alike.
Measuring 23 cm in height and approximately 9 cm in width and depth, this 1.2 kg vase delivers both visual impact and tactile quality. Every line and curve reflects the discipline of European-made artistry, designed to complement both minimal and classic interiors.
Whether displayed as a sculptural centrepiece or as a refined vessel for florals, the 3484/145 vase celebrates the enduring legacy of Czech modern design—timeless, collectible, and effortlessly elegant.
Adolf Matura (1921-1979) was a leading figure in Czechoslovak glass design, whose work elegantly bridges artistry and industrial craftsmanship. Born in Bystřice near Benešov and raised in Bitouchov-ce, Matura developed a deep affinity for nature—an underlying motif that appears across his oeuvre.