On offer is a striking and highly collectible 1960s Whitefriars textured glass vase, finished in the richly hued Aubergine colourway and designed by renowned British glass artist Geoffrey Baxter. This piece is from the celebrated “Textured Range” series, sometimes referred to as the “Bark” or “Drunken Bricklayer” series, which has become an icon of post-war British art glass.

Standing approximately 140mm tall and 35mm wide, this vase—often nicknamed a “finger vase” for its slender form—features a beautifully organic surface texture, evocative of tree bark or molten rock. The deep aubergine colour gracefully fades into clear glass at the base, showcasing Baxter’s innovative approach to colour blending and form. It was made using a unique mould-blown technique that involved pressing hot glass into found industrial objects, resulting in a distinctly tactile and sculptural surface.

📌 Key Features:
✅ Authentic 1960s Whitefriars Art Glass Vase
✅ Designed by Geoffrey Baxter – a leading figure in British glass design
✅ Rich Aubergine colour with clear textured base
✅ Known model in the “Textured Range” series
✅ Height: approx. 140mm | Width: approx. 35mm
✅ Excellent vintage condition – no chips, cracks, or repairs
✅ A true Mid-Century Modern British design classic

About Whitefriars and Geoffrey Baxter:

Whitefriars Glass, founded in 1680, was one of Britain’s oldest and most respected glassmakers, reaching a design pinnacle in the mid-20th century. In 1954, the company brought on Geoffrey Baxter, a young and ambitious designer from the Royal College of Art, whose experimental vision revolutionized the brand. His “Textured Range” of vases, launched in 1967, was ahead of its time—embracing Brutalist aesthetics and modernist sensibilities long before they became mainstream. Today, Baxter’s pieces are highly sought-after by collectors and interior designers around the world.

Perfect For:

✔️ Collectors of Mid-Century Modern or British studio glass
✔️ Interior decorators seeking authentic retro statement pieces
✔️ Design lovers of Brutalist and 1960s glass artistry
✔️ Gift buyers looking for something rare and historically important

This piece is not only a beautiful and sculptural object, but also a part of British design history. Whitefriars vases—particularly those in uncommon colourways like Aubergine—are becoming increasingly scarce on the open market.

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