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Item Specifics:
Brand: Kosta (pre-merger Kosta Boda)
Designer: Attributed to Elis Bergh
Pattern: Etched Rampant Lion with Shield (Three Crowns/E's motif)
Model Number: 573b
Height: 7.5 inches
Material: Heavy Lead Crystal / Art Glass
Origin: Sweden (Hand-signed on base)
Condition:Excellent vintage condition with no chips or cracks. Light shelf wear on base as pictured.
Description:
For your consideration is a stunning vintage art glass vase from the renowned Kosta glassworks of Sweden. This heavy crystal piece stands 7.5 inches tall and features a beautifully hand-etched Rampant Lion motif on the front. The lion is depicted in a classic heraldic pose, often associated with the Swedish national emblem.
The base is hand-signed with the authentic factory engraving: "Kosta KK 573b".
This specific model (573b) is a quintessential example of mid-century Scandinavian design, typically attributed to Elis Bergh, who served as Kosta’s artistic director from 1928–1950. The "KK" mark denotes the skilled engraver or specific production series from this era.
Key Features:
Heavy Weighted Base: Classic thick-walled crystal construction characteristic of high-end Swedish glass.
Intaglio Engraving: Detailed hand-etched lion design with
exceptional clarity.
Collector’s Piece: A must-have for enthusiasts of Kosta Boda, Orrefors, or 20th-century Swedish art glass.
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