Bruta Vase – clear Rückl x Kateřina Handlová
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Bruta Vase by Rückl translates the distinctive language of Prague's brutalist architecture into hand-cut crystal. The inspiration comes from the Transgas complex, a now-demolished landmark from the 1970s designed by Jiří Eisenreich, Ivo Loos, Jindřich Malátek and Václav Aulický.
Deep, precisely cut lines reference the characteristic structure of the Transgas façade. Its geometric surface captures the rhythm of the original architecture and preserves the memory of a building that once formed a distinctive part of Prague's urban landscape.
As with other pieces by Rückl, Bruta brings together traditional Czech glassmaking and contemporary design. The hand-cut crystal catches and refracts light across its structured surface, making the vase a distinctive sculptural object that stands confidently on its own, with or without flowers.
| Designer | Kateřina Handlová |
| Collection | Metropolis |
| Colour | Clear |
| Height | 17 cm |
| Material | Lead-free crystal, hand-blown and hand-cut |
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Rückl is a traditional Czech glassworks with more than a century of history, renowned for its precision-cut crystal and distinctive decorative style. The brand was founded in 1903 and has gradually built a solid position among the icons of Czech glassmaking. Its work is based on master craftsmanship, hand-cut glass and a deep respect for a material that is symbolic of Czech culture.
The brand's current image is largely shaped by artistic director Kateřina Handlová. She grew up in a family of glass artists and has been involved with glass since high school and throughout her studies at UMPRUM. She gained experience abroad, including at the Dutch studio Thier & VanDaalen and at LASVIT, where she worked as a senior designer, and also worked in Dubai for several years. She also designed a collection of lighting fixtures for the Bomma brand. In her work, she combines an eye for detail, inspiration from fashion and oriental culture with a deep respect for traditional craftsmanship.
Under her leadership, Rückl brings a contemporary perspective to cut glass – bolder, more confident, and visually striking. Traditional techniques take on a new context here, and crystal becomes a medium for contemporary design expression. Each object is created in a Czech glassworks and is proof that quality craftsmanship and an innovative artistic approach can form a harmonious whole.
Today, Rückl represents a combination of historical heritage and modern aesthetics – a brand built on precision, courage, and the timeless beauty of Czech crystal.