A striking piece of late 20th-century Swedish art glass: a handblown and painted bottle/vase from the 'Black Magic' series, designed by the iconic Ulrica Hydman-Vallien (1938-2018) for Kosta Boda in 1986.
 
This series is famous for its rebellious, primitive aesthetic. The vase features a black, textured, rough-hewn surface with bold, expressive carved and hand-painted decoration. This combination of texture and graphic hand-painting is a hallmark of Hydman-Vallien's successful style.
 
As part of the prestigious Artist Collection, this piece is fully signed, providing clear provenance:
Fully Signed: Kosta Boda, Artist Coll., Ulrica HV 48644
 
Ulrica Hydman-Vallien was one of Kosta Boda's most successful and recognizable artists, and her 'Black Magic' and subsequent graphic series (like Open Minds) are highly collected internationally.
 
Dimensions:
Height: 9 inches (22 cm)
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. No chips, cracks, or damage.