Alexandrite Glass Bud Vase — Miloslav Klinger for Zelený Brod Sklo, Czechoslovakia (1960s)

Alexandrite Glass Bud Vase — Miloslav Klinger for Zelený Brod Sklo (ZBS), Czechoslovakia, 1960s

This rare Alexandrite glass bud vase was designed by celebrated Czech artist Miloslav Klinger for the Zelený Brod Sklo (ZBS) glassworks in Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. It is a masterclass in mid-century modern restraint — the form is clean and sculptural, letting the extraordinary material do the talking.

Alexandrite glass — made with neodymium oxide — is prized for its dramatic color-shifting properties: soft lavender in natural daylight, transforming to icy blue under fluorescent or UV light. This optical phenomenon is a hallmark of high-quality Czech art glass and makes every piece a conversation starter.

What Makes This Piece Special

• Designer: Miloslav Klinger — one of the most respected names in Czech MCM glass design
• Manufacturer: Zelený Brod Sklo (ZBS), Czechoslovakia
• Era: 1960s Mid-Century Modern
• Material: Alexandrite (Neodymium) Glass
• Color shift: Lavender (daylight) → Icy blue (fluorescent/UV)
• Slender bud-vase silhouette — hand-finished, high-clarity glass
• Collectible designer attribution — Klinger pieces command premium collector value

Condition

• Excellent vintage condition
• No chips, cracks, or clouding
• Strong, vivid color shift under UV and fluorescent light

Collector Context

Unsigned ZBS Alexandrite bud vases typically sell for $55–$95. Designer-attributed Klinger pieces command $85–$135 due to his reputation and the purity of the neodymium content. This piece is priced at $110 — reflecting designer attribution, excellent condition, and strong color shift.

Details at a Glance

• Designer: Miloslav Klinger
• Maker: Zelený Brod Sklo (ZBS)
• Origin: Czechoslovakia
• Era: 1960s
• Style: Mid-Century Modern (MCM)
• Material: Alexandrite / Neodymium Glass
• Condition: Excellent vintage
• Ships from: Louisiana, USA

One of a kind. Once it’s gone, it’s gone.