Blenko Glass #609 Vase– Wayne Husted – 1960
If anything had an impact which drew me to mid-century modern design it was Blenko Glass. I had the fortune of being exposed to Blenko at a young age – my parents often took us kids to the factory in Milton – and I was always fascinated by the bright color and vibrant shapes.
Blenko has had many excellent designers over the years. Each had their own style which came through in the lines of glass they produced. My personal favorite is Wayne Husted who was at Blenko from 1952 to 1963. His first designs appeared in 1953 and he oversaw what are often referred to as Blenko’s golden years.
Blenko Glass #6212 Decanter– Tangerine – Wayne Husted – 1962
Blenko Glass #5831– Tri-Lobe Bowl – Wayne Husted – 1958
Giving Blenko as a gift for the Holidays has a long tradition in our family. My parents often sent Blenko to relatives across the country and that tradition still lives with my children who gave me a piece of Blenko as a gift one recent Christmas. The pieces shown here are designs by Husted that are some of my favorites.
A matched pair of Blenko Glass #6025 Vases – Tangerine – Wayne Husted – 1960
Blenko Glass #5815 Decanter– Jonquil – Wayne Husted – 1958
Blenko Glass has a varied price range – from $50 – $100 for newer designs into the thousands for some rare pieces. Vintage or new, Blenko Glass will become a cherished item by anyone receiving it as a gift.
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