Alexandrite Glass Pipe Holder – Modernist Sculptural Desk Object, Italy, 1970s

A modernist pipe holder in Alexandrite (neodymium) glass, known for its distinctive colour‑shift from violet to blue depending on the light. The spherical glass element rests on a polished chromed metal base with an integrated curved support, creating a refined interplay of transparency, reflection, and form.

Produced in Italy during the 1970s, this type of glass‑and‑metal desk object was sold through upscale tobacconists and design boutiques. The Alexandrite sphere is finely crafted with a thick rim and smooth, polished surface, while the metal base adds a clean architectural contrast. A functional accessory and a collectible decorative object, ideal for a design‑driven interior, pipe collection, or modernist desk arrangement.