Pulled Feather
The glass manufactory Johann Loetz Witwe, founded in 1836 in Klostermühle, grew into one of the most influential glass producers of the Art Nouveau movement in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Thanks to continuous technical innovations and artistic refinement, Loetz gained international recognition.
One of the most significant developments in their production was the introduction of Phänomen Genre glass, which, from 1898 onwards, became the hallmark of their iridescent creations. This groundbreaking technique was directly inspired by the works of Louis Comfort Tiffany, whose experiments with iridescence and organic motifs had a strong influence on European glass art.
Phänomen Genre 7501
Phänomen Genre 7501, introduced in 1898, is an early example of Loetz’s experiments with iridescent glass. This décor is also known as “pulled feather”, a style directly linked to the techniques that Tiffany developed in his own glass production. The pattern is characterized by refined, flowing lines resembling delicate bird feathers, subtly drawn into the glass.
This vase is blown in exceptionally fine quality, featuring a highly graceful and elegant iridescence that beautifully catches the light. The shape of this vase was designed in 1899 by Karl Kellermann, a Viennese architect who worked closely with the progressive firm E. Bakalowits & Söhne. Bakalowits, one of Vienna’s most prestigious art dealers, maintained an exclusive collaboration with Loetz. He commissioned specially designed glassworks for his demanding clientele and played a crucial role in the distribution of Loetz’s artistic glass creations across Europe.
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