Mdina Glass (Malta, est. 1968)
Lollipop, Side Stripe Bottle Vase
Tiger
8 5/8” high x 5” wide
Description: A seductive studio art glass ‘side stripe’ vase of stream-lined form harmonized with early ‘Tiger’ pattern colours influenced by the Mediterranean cerulean sea and coastline, made at Mdina Glass, circa 1970s.
Notes: An early and fine example it was possibly created by Michael Harris or Said. Mdina Glass is located in Malta, founded by Michael Harris (1933-94) in 1968, a former student of Samuel Herman, and a graduate of the Royal College of Art.
Markings: Signed: “Mdina” on base, vibro-pen; Label: Original white paper label on side.
Dimensions: 8 5/8” high x 5” wide
Condition: Excellent – Ready for Display
Artist/Maker Biography: Mdina Glass (1968-Present) Founded by Michael Harris RA & Elizabeth Harris in Malta the studio moved to the Isle of Wight in 1972 and founded a second studio in Gozo, Malta in 1989. With glass artisans such as Eric Dobson, Joseph Said, and Vincente and Ettore Boffo they continue to win awards for quality artistry to this day.
