Monumenta Vase – aquamarine Rückl x Kateřina Handlová
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The Monumenta vase from the Metropolis collection, designed by Kateřina Handlová, draws inspiration from the dynamic structure of the urban landscape. It references the sculpture Balance by Josef Klimeš near Prague’s Barrandov Bridge – a place where paths intersect, diverge, and reconnect.
Hand-blown and hand-cut from lead-free crystal, each vase carries a unique character shaped by traditional craftsmanship. The interplay between raw mass and precise cutting creates a tension that makes the piece stand out as a sculptural object.
The soft aquamarine tone enhances the purity of the form while adding lightness and depth. Whether used for flowers or displayed on its own, the vase functions as a distinctive design statement.
| Designer | Kateřina Handlová |
| Collection | Metropolis |
| Color | Aquamarine |
| Height | 22 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.