Penny Swirl Hand-Blown Glass Vase (14.5in/37cm)

Penny Swirl Hand-Blown Glass Vase (14.5in/37cm)Originally conceived in ceramic, the Penny vase series took on new life when Martyn Thompson met Aimee Frodsham of Canberra Glassworks, inspiring him to reinterpret the design in glass. Made in collaboration with master glassblower Tom Rowney, each bud vase honors Thompsons late friend Penny Galwey and her love of history. Its form draws on a 600 year old goblet from Londons Wallace Collection, reimagined through opaque hues and softly mottled

it’s adorned with a two-tone braided tassel to one side

spinning and dyeing

as it's been a hub for pottery since ancient times

exaggerated forms

It was founded by six brothers and soon became known for reviving the lost art of highly complex techniques such as murrine millefiori

is still handmade by a small team of artisans in the brand’s historic workshop in Birmingham

beautiful materials

This small

this silver-plated tray from the 1900s is equipped with a sculptural handle and spherical feet

In its oeuvre and archive

Pieces made by Lalique’s exceptional glassmakers make a perfect addition to any home bar

Great for stashing away knick-knacks