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Mdina Glass Vase 1970s - Signed Maltese Art Glass with Confetti Spatter
Mdina Glass Vase 1970s - Signed Maltese Art Glass with Confetti Spatter
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If you know, you know. Mdina Glass is the kind of thing that makes vintage glass collectors lose their minds, and for good reason. This is authentic early 1970s Maltese art glass, hand-signed on the bottom, with that iconic confetti spatter pattern that screams retro cool.
Mdina Glass was founded in Malta in 1968, and their work is instantly recognizable - those wild splashes of color suspended in translucent glass, that chunky, organic shape, that unmistakable handcrafted quality. This isn't mass-produced decor. This is art.
What makes this vase special:
- Authentic Mdina Glass from the early 1970s - from the company's early production years
- Hand-signed on the base - proof of authenticity and craftsmanship
- Confetti spatter pattern in vibrant yellows, oranges, pinks, and greens against milky white glass
- Classic bulbous shape with flared rim - that iconic 1970s silhouette
- Size: 8 x 8 cm - compact but impactful
- Weight: 254 grams - solid, substantial art glass
- Hand-blown - you can see the organic irregularities that prove this was made by a human, not a machine
Why Mdina Glass matters:
Mdina Glass became one of Malta's most famous exports, and pieces like this are highly collectible. The confetti technique - where colored glass fragments are rolled into the molten glass - creates patterns that are completely unique to each piece. No two are exactly alike. This is wearable art for your shelf.
Condition:
This vase is in excellent vintage condition. The glass is clear and vibrant, the signature is intact, and there are no chips or cracks. Just 50+ years of character and that beautiful patina that only authentic vintage glass develops.
How to use it:
A single stem, a small bouquet, or leave it empty as a sculptural object. Mdina Glass catches light beautifully, so even sitting on a shelf doing nothing, this vase earns its keep. It works in a living room, bedroom, or bathroom - anywhere you want a pop of vintage color and serious collector cred.
Perfect for: Retro enthusiasts, Mdina Glass collectors, people who appreciate handcrafted art glass, anyone creating a vintage-inspired space, or that friend whose aesthetic is "colorful but make it sophisticated."
Fun fact: Mdina Glass is named after Malta's ancient walled city, Mdina. The company's work has been exhibited in museums worldwide and is considered some of the finest art glass of the 20th century. Now you can own a piece of that history.
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