ihop glass vase

Kunsik visited a glassblowing atelier in Småland, a workshop with a rich tradition of crafting glassworks for over 120 years, spanning multiple generations. The way the artisans manipulated the softened glass, shaping it with their breath, felt almost mystical, reminiscent of a sacred ritual. Deeply inspired by this experience, Kunsik sought to incorporate the very essence of the glassblowing process into the final design of the vase.

The name "Ihop," derived from the Swedish word meaning "together," reflects the unity inherent in the design. The vase consists of two distinct parts, seamlessly joined as one. The base, crafted through precise molding, remains a fixed form, while the top takes on an organic shape, naturally evolving through the glassblowing process. Each vase features a unique top, shaped by the individual sensibilities of the glassblower. These two contrasting forms are brought together, visually enhancing and complementing one another.

2020
ø180 x H240 mm
glass(clear)

2022
glass(green)

Made by
Reijmyre Glasbruk
Skruf Glasbruk

Photography:
glass(clear) / Kersti K