Mdina Axe Head Vase (a.k.a. “Fish Vase”)

Add a touch of Mediterranean elegance to your home with this stunning 20th-century Mdina glass bowl. Handcrafted in Malta, it exemplifies the island’s distinctive glassmaking tradition, celebrated for its rich artistry and refined techniques.

The bowl features warm earthtone colors, with amber, terracotta, and golden hues blending seamlessly to create a naturally organic, visually striking effect. Its softly flowing, hand-blown form reflects the skill of Mdina artisans, ensuring each piece is unique.

This bowl is in excellent condition, free from chips or cracks, making it a flawless decorative object. Perfect as a centerpiece, display item, or collector’s piece, it highlights both the beauty and craftsmanship of mid-20th-century Maltese glass.

Details:

✅ Maker: Mdina Glass – Renowned for its handcrafted, high-quality glasswork, this studio has been producing distinctive pieces that reflect Malta’s rich glassmaking heritage.

✅ Origin: Malta – A piece that embodies the island’s artistic traditions, celebrating the unique style and techniques developed over decades of Maltese glass artistry.

✅ Period: 20th Century – Created during a period when Mdina Glass was celebrated for combining traditional craftsmanship with innovative designs, making it highly collectible today.

✅ Material: Glass – Carefully hand-blown, with smooth, flowing forms and subtle textural details that enhance the visual depth of the piece.

✅ Colour: Earthtones – Warm, natural shades ranging from amber to terracotta, blended organically to create a harmonious and visually striking effect.

✅ Dimensions: 28 cm × 22 cm – A generous size that makes it a standout decorative item, ideal for display on a sideboard, shelf, or centerpiece table.

✅ Condition: Excellent – no chips or cracks. The piece has been meticulously cared for, preserving its vibrant colour and flawless structure, highlighting the skill and precision of Mdina Glass artisans.