This is a rather stunning long squat vase by the Swedish glass designer, Sven Palmqvist (1906 - 1984). This shape of vase was one that Palmqvist used on a regular basis when he was at Orrefors. It would then be decorated and wheel engraved with a variety of different subjects. These often date to the early 1960s.
The model number of my vase is 2634. It is signed on the base: Orrefors. Palmqvist 2634. EP (for the glass engraver Erich Pohl). The vase is 6 inches in height and has a length of 10 1/2 inches.
It is beautifully engraved by Pohl with an image on the front section of the vase showing a little boy riding on the back of a reindeer. Palmqvist has created a bit of an optical illusion in his design by having a montainous ice covered landscape on the back section of the vase. When you look at the images from the front it has an almost 3-dimensional effect. It has been difficult to photograph this vase - so please allow for this in the images that I have posted on this listing. The wall of the glass are very thick and there is a lot of weight to the vase.
The vase is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks or clouding. It will look stunning on display against a darker background- so that all the details of the engravings are seen to full effect.
Postage will be with Royal Mail Tracked (Medium) Parcel. This will include full specilist insurance against loss or damage in transit. This will be applied to your order at the checkout.