This exquisite Mats Jonasson Signature Collection Desk Top Sculpture features a pair of tawny owls, one large and one small (Mother & Baby), perched on a branch in fine Swedish lead crystal. The intricate glass-making technique used involves engraving and molding, and the sculpture is handmade with a production style of art glass. It is a vintage item manufactured in 1961 and is a limited edition piece
(#554 of 4000 made), 
signed by Mats Jonasson himself, and laser-etched with its name and limited edition number. The large sculpture weighs 4 lbs and measures 5' 7" in length, 6' 7" in height, and 2" in width. This piece is a must-have for any art glass collector and will make a beautiful addition to any home or office.

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Mats Jonasson Signature Collection double Tawny Owls limited edition #554 /4000 
Size is 6.7 inches x 5.7 inches x more than 1 inch thick with laser signature, number of limited edition and number produced  (554 of 4000), country of manufacture (Sweden), and his personal label with his name from his studio, "Signature Collection" and "Lead Crystal". Vintage approx 1980.

Very good condition for its age,some slight scuffs on bottom near laser signature and number, may have been at signing? Otherwise in almost perfect condition a truly unique and authentic collectors item of fine Swedish lead crystal from Mats Jonasson's unique process as explained below. This also has the original tag from his private studio with is names and "Signature collection". The laser engraving on the bottom also says "Sweeden" and has the number of the edition as well as his personal signature making it authentic beyond doubt. A beautiful representation of his love of nature typical of this collection of living species of the world. Made in Sweden with flawless Swedish crystal Engraved 3 dimensional tawny owl design A unique and exceptional expression of this artist's personal vision and talents 

Mats Jonasson (yu-na-son) has spent a lifetime working with glass. In 1959, at the age of 14, he joined the Maleras Glasbruk AB in Maleras, Sweden as an engraver. His father, who also worked there, knew his son was an excellent artist and recommended him for the job. Ten years later, Mats moved to Kosta, and then returned to Maleras in 1975. Since that time, his love of nature has manifested itself in his acclaimed crystal sculptures. Jonasson begins his work with a drawing. He then carves a plaster replica of the finished piece. Unlike plaster or resin collectibles, a silicone mold will not work with molten glass - the mold created from Jonasson's replica is iron. He then works on the iron mold directly, using diamond drills and files to clarify its details. The full lead crystal used in the finished piece is a special blend developed by the Swedish Glass Research Institute. This crystal is known for its extraordinary refraction and brilliance. After casting, the glass is annealed for 15-20 hours. Any pieces with imperfections - such as air bubbles - are discarded before the laborious post-production begins. This involves sandblasting portions of each piece, with various grades of cutting sand at different velocities. Each sculpture is then ground and polished, and finally minute details - such as plumage - are achieved with engraving. The quality of craftsmanship and artistry all but assures that Mat Jonasson's work will continue to grow in value on the secondary market.The Mats Jonasson glassworks began as Maleras glassworks, which was founded in 1924 in Sweden. Folke Walwing began working at Maleras in 1924, and was art director until 1970. Mats Jonasson began working at Maleras in 1959. In 1969 he left to work at Kosta, coming back to Maleras in 1975. In 1965, Maleras became part of the Flygsfors group, and then joined the Royal Krona group in 1974. Kosta Boda took over in 1977, and in 1981, the employees of Maleras bought the company and ran it themselves. In 1988 Mats Jonasson took over the company and became managing director and cheif designer. The company is still in production today, under the name Mats Jonasson Maleras.

About Mats Jonasson MATS JONASSON

Mats Jonasson's talent as a designer attracted attention early on, when he started work as an apprentice engraver at the glassworks in 1959. Over the next few decades he worked with many of the most respected contemporary glass artists in Sweden. During this period, he developed that natural style of his which he's since perfected. Our forest have captured the hearts and minds of people since time immemorial, says Mats. Inspired by the natural world around him, he has opened his mind to create his distinctive masterpieces in the finest Swedish crystal. Nowadays, this son of the glassworks is represented all over the world. Every single piece of his art work is hand signed on the bottom with his name or "M. Jonasson" or a simple "MJ" AND a serial number. Also there is always a sticker in the front of the piece, the newer ones have the Mats Jonasson logo on it, the older Jonasson pieces were made with the Maleras stickers. 

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