Mid-Century Glit Iceland Lava Pottery Vase Red 23.5cm Volcanic Studio Ceramic
Capture the rugged, dramatic beauty of Icelandic geology with this stunning, highly collectible mid-century modern "Fat Lava" studio pottery vase from the renowned Glit studio in Reykjavik, Iceland.
Designed in the 1960s by the legendary Icelandic artist Ragnar Kjartansson, this specific piece features a vibrant, glossy crimson-red upper body that beautifully contrasts with a thick, heavily textured volcanic crust encircling the midsection.
What makes Glit pottery truly unique is the integration of genuine Icelandic volcanic ash, pumice, and crushed lava rock straight into the clay body and glazes—making this a true physical piece of Iceland’s volcanic history.
Manufacturer: Glit Pottery (Reykjavik, Iceland)Designer: Ragnar Kjartansson
Era: 1960s / Early 1970s
Origin: Iceland
Material: Volcanic stoneware ceramic
Colorway: Vibrant Gloss Red & Rough Charcoal/Black Lava Crust
Height: 23.5 cm (Approx. 9.25 inches)
This vase is in excellent vintage condition with rich, intact color and beautifully pronounced textural features. It has been meticulously cared for.
Please note there is a very small almost invisible flake chip on the top rim (clearly highlighted in the final photo). It does not detract from the striking display value of this piece but has been priced accordingly.