Set of three exceptional large vases by Frantisek zemek for Sklarna Mstisov, Czechoslovakia,1960s. Stunning metalurgical glass vases by his 'Rhapsody' range.

Similar items are shown in the book "Hi Sklo Lo Sklo" by Mark Hill, pages 66 + 67.

The Mstisov glass works, was founded in 1868 by F. Fischmann & Sons. At first they made glass rods for the jewellery industry, and later expanded into tableware. Frantisek Zemek became chief designer in the 1950's, and was probably best known for his 'Rhapsody' and 'Romana' ranges of glass bowls and vases. Mstisov became part of the Borske Sklo National Corporation in 1958.

From left to right:

1. H:30cm x D:12cm x W:13cm

2. H:43cm x D:10cm x W:17cm

3. H:25cm x D:9cm x W:11