Hand-cut crystal reliquary I - unique collector's item

František Jungvirt Crystal Object Reliquary I (Collector's Unique Piece)

Step into a world where light refracts in the perfection of handmade craftsmanship and where crystal becomes a vessel for stories. Reliquary I is an extraordinary collector's item that combines the delicacy of blown glass, the precision of brilliant cut, and the spiritual dimension of a ritual object. It is a unique crystal artifact in which the purity of the material, the depth of symbolism, and the mastery of traditional glassmaking craft meet. Created as a single original specimen, it becomes an artwork of unparalleled value.

The base of the object consists of a hand-cut body of blown crystal, its interior designed as a chest for storing small but significant items – a grandfather's watch, a grandmother's wedding ring, symbolic talismans, or other personal treasures that deserve to be protected, yet subtly present thanks to the transparency of the crystal.

A separate golden vase with a crown, hand-gilded with 24K gold, is placed into this space. It can hold a flower or a candle, transforming the entire object into an intimate altar, a ritual element, or a symbolic source of light, memories, and hope.

The cut on the crystal was created by master cutter Petr Janský from Třeboň, whose signature is visible in every facet and every reflection. His work imbues the artifact with a characteristic play of light and shadow, completing its exceptionality. The unparalleled uniqueness of Reliquary IV is confirmed by a handwritten signature, certificate, and numbering.

Reliquary I is not just a work of art. It is a personal sanctuary for small, yet fundamental stories that deserve to be preserved in the purest place – in the very heart of the crystal.

Dimensions: 25 x 15 cm

Material: blown glass, hand-cut, painted, gold luster

František Jungvirt's design work carries a subtle intertwining of traditional craftsmanship with original contemporary aesthetics. Through his collections, he manages to bring an atmosphere of calm, quality, and pure beauty into interiors, connecting classic Czech craft techniques with a modern sense of form and space.

He is known for his willingness to experiment – not only with simple lines but also with texture, color, and the play of light. In his work, he also collaborated with fashion designer Ivana Mentlová, creating objects that are not only useful but also artistic – a designer vase with a sincerely sensitive approach.