Kosta Boda Black Art Glass Vase by Kjell Engman
Elevate your home décor with this stunning black art glass vase designed by celebrated Swedish artist Kjell Engman for Kosta Boda. This rare, collectible piece—Model 48889—features a bold, glossy black finish with a crystal-clear glass base, showcasing the expert craftsmanship of one of Sweden’s most renowned glassworks.
Hand-blown and designed with a sleek, modern silhouette, this Scandinavian art glass vase is ideal as a statement piece or centerpiece. Whether displayed empty or with fresh or dried flowers, its timeless form adds sophistication to any room.
Perfect for collectors of vintage Kosta Boda glass, modern art glass, or Scandinavian home décor, this vase brings together artistry and elegance.
Product Features:
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Designer: Kjell Engman
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Brand: Kosta Boda
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Model Number: 48889
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Style: Modern / Scandinavian / Minimalist
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Material: Hand-blown glass
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Color: Black with clear base
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Origin: Made in Sweden
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Dimensions: 21.90cm
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Condition: Excellent vintage condition
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Label: Original Kosta Boda label intact
This Kosta Boda art glass vase by Kjell Engman is a perfect gift idea or a striking addition to your art glass collection. Add a piece of Swedish design history to your home today.
Kosta Boda Vase by Ulrica Hydman Vallien – Sweden, Signed 1970’s
A sculptural art glass vase designed by Ulrica Hydman Vallien for Kosta Boda, Sweden’s renowned glassworks. This elegant piece features a softly frosted lavender-purple body with a flared, organically shaped rim. Its fluid silhouette reflects Hydman Vallien’s distinctive style, which blends modern Scandinavian minimalism with expressive artistic form.
Signed on the base: Kosta Boda, Ulrica HV, 7040805.
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Designer: Ulrica Hydman Vallien (1938–2018)
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Manufacturer: Kosta Boda, Sweden
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Material: Frosted art glass
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Color: Lavender / purple
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Markings: Signed on base with model number
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Condition: Excellent vintage condition with only minimal signs of age
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Dimensions: 24cm x 9cm
A beautiful example of Scandinavian art glass design, and a collectible piece by one of Kosta Boda’s most celebrated artists. Perfect as a standalone decorative object or as part of a curated glass collection.
Kosta Boda, “Colombine” vase, model no. 49839 – designed by Gunnel Sahlin 1998
A striking hand-blown art glass vase from the celebrated Colombine series, designed by Gunnel Sahlin for Kosta Boda, Sweden, c. 1998. The vase features a gently flared hourglass form, decorated with bold alternating chocolate-brown and opaque white horizontal stripes, creating a playful yet elegant rhythm.
Signed on the base: Kosta Boda, G. Sahlin, 49839.
Height: 27cm x 19cm
Condition: Excellent, with no chips or cracks.
This is a fine example of late 20th-century Scandinavian art glass, showcasing Sahlin’s hallmark use of color and form to achieve both modernity and timeless appeal.





