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Vintage Amber Glass Mannequin Head, Cognac, Space Age Design, Circa 1970

Vintage Amber Glass Mannequin Head, Cognac, Space Age Design, Circa 1970

SKU:TET-70S-1059

Regular price €220,00
Regular price Sale price €220,00
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Retro-Futuristic Aesthetics

This piece immediately captivates with its sleek silhouette and sculptural presence, privileged witnesses to the effervescence of 1970s Space Age design. In an era marked by space exploration and technical innovation, fluid, almost anthropomorphic forms found their way into modernist interiors. The craftsmanship of the heavy molded glass finds its full meaning here: light passes through the material to bring a stylized face with minimalist lines to life.
The major asset of this specimen lies in its translucency and the numerous small air bubbles trapped within the mass. Far from being defects, these original imperfections tell the story of period manufacturing and bring a vibrant, poetic texture to the object. Initially imagined to enhance the scenography of the most avant-garde European fashion salons and shop windows, these solid glass pieces have acquired the status of Pop culture icons over the decades.

Contemporary Utilitarian Design

Beyond its value as a collector's item, this piece fits perfectly into current lifestyle trends by combining aesthetics and functionality. Its solid and stable structure offers an ideal and highly graphic support for high-end audio enthusiasts looking to showcase a retro living room headset.
In a more contemporary and quirky spirit, it pairs beautifully with the world of "Streetwear." Topped with a cap or designer headwear, it creates a strong visual contrast, blending the nobility of tinted vintage glass with an urban touch. Whether placed on a Mid-Century teak sideboard or a metal shelf in an industrial style, its amber color diffuses a warm and magnetic atmosphere.

THE OPINION OF THE GALERIE POPINCOURT

What makes this piece interesting and powerful is the organic depth of its amber/cognac hue. Unlike the transparent versions more common on the market, this amber shade captures natural light with rare intensity, transforming the object throughout the day.
We particularly love its versatility: an aesthetic manifesto of the 1970s that integrates with disconcerting ease into a loft or a contemporary interior. Its significant weight of over 1kg confirms its manufacturing quality and makes it the perfect, stable, and ultra-stylized stand for holding a beautiful pair of headphones.

Information

Designation: Decorative mannequin head / Display stand
Style / Movement: Space Age / Pop Design
Provenance: Private collection, France
Period: Circa 1970
Material: Molded glass, mass-dyed
Color: Amber / Cognac (Orange-brown)
Dimensions: 27 × 15 × 23 cm / 10.6 × 5.9 × 9.1 in (Height × Width × Depth)
Weight: 1,080 g
Condition: Excellent state of preservation. No chips or cracks. Original air bubbles typical of the period's molding process.

Contents of the shipment

1970s amber glass decorative head
Certificate of authenticity

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Lifestyle visuals are creative works, carefully designed by GALERIE POPINCOURT to help you visualize the object in a setting.

Color rendering: Although we capture the true essence of each piece, shades may vary slightly depending on the lighting of the scene and your screen settings.

Accessories & Decoration: The furniture, textiles, or decorative items surrounding the product (vases, books, accent furniture, etc.) are presentation suggestions. Only the object described in the title and the text of the listing is offered for sale.

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