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Bodil Kjaer Skyscraper Vase For Cassina

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Bodil Kjaer Skyscraper Vase For Cassina Skyscraper is made of transparent glass mechanically pressed into a cast-iron mould to create the shape of a building and its elegant architectural details, an extremely arduous process, due to the considerable thickness of the glass. Its sculptural shape is achieved through a particularly complex glass process requiring excellent artisan skills It was in 1963 that Bodil Kjaer designed a family of four vases featuring contours and decorations reminiscent of the architectural elements of building facades. In partnership with the Danish designer, Cassina revisits the largest Skyscraper vase and puts it back into production. In this re-edition, architecture is still the key feature and the sculptural shape of the vase is achieved through a particularly complex process requiring excellent artisan skills. Skyscraper is made of transparent glass mechanically pressed into a cast-iron mould to create the shape of a building, an extremely arduous process, given the considerable thickness of the glass. Furthermore, to recreate the architectural details of Skyscraper, the glass must be processed at extremely high temperatures to make it as fluid as possible so it can adhere to the shape of the mould. In this new re-edition of Skyscraper, designed by Bodil Kjær in the early 1960s, architecture is still the core ingredient. The shape of the vase, revealed by the name itself, is reminiscent of a skyscraper. Its sculptural form is achieved through a complex process and the refinement of the glass intensifies its bold aesthetic impact. Important information regarding images of products: Please note that some of the images show other colors and variations of the model, these images are only to present interior design proposals. The item that is selling is on the first image. Important information regarding color(s) of products: Actual colors may vary. This is due to the fact that every computer monitor, laptop, tablet and phone screen has a different capability to display colors and that everyone sees these colors differently. We try to edit our photos to show all of our products as life-like as possible, but please understand the actual color may vary slightly from your monitor About the Designer: Bodil Kjær, Professor, Architect MAA (Member of the Association of Academic Architects in Denmark) was born in Denmark in 1932. She was educated in Denmark, England and the USA, and practised as an architect, designer and planner from her own offices in Copenhagen and London. Between 1955 and 1963, while designing public interiors she developed a series of elements of architecture to solve problems of functional and aesthetic nature. These pieces of furniture, lamps and glass were not designed directly for production but, as other architects discovered them and wanted them for their buildings, they were put into production and marketed in the USA as well About The Manufacturer: Established in 1927 by Cesare and Umberto Cassina in Meda, Italy, Cassina launched industrial design in Italy in the 1950s, based on a totally innovative approach that marked the transition from artisan production to mass production. With a mindset focused on research and innovation, Cassina combines technology and long-standing artisan craftsmanship. Memory, research, innovation. Cassina blends traditional skills and superior productivity, meticulous attention to detail and passion, uniqueness and experimentation, wellbeing and sustainability. Today, the company continues to address new lifestyles with the creation of complete, harmonious interior decor solutions that embody the best contemporary design for all areas of the home.
  • Creator:
    Bodil Kjaer (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.06 in (23 cm)Width: 5.91 in (15 cm)Depth: 4.34 in (11 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Contemporary
  • Production Type:
    New & Custom(Current Production)
  • Estimated Production Time:
    9-10 weeks
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Barcelona, ES
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1427242945162

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