Art glass vase in teal and brown swirl by Mdina Glass

Mdina Glass was founded in 1968 in Malta by Michael Harris, a British glass artist who pioneered studio glass on the island. The company became renowned for its vibrant, free-form designs featuring bold color combinations and organic swirls, often incorporating techniques like trailing and layering molten glass. Production pieces from the 1970s and 1980s are particularly sought after for their distinctive Mediterranean aesthetic and handcrafted quality. Mdina Glass pieces appeal to collectors of mid-century studio glass, art glass enthusiasts, and those interested in Mediterranean decorative arts. The bold color palettes and organic forms make these pieces highly decorative, while their historical significance as products of Malta's most famous glass studio adds cultural value. Collectors appreciate the variety of forms and techniques employed, as well as the accessibility of unsigned pieces from this era, which offer an entry point into studio glass collecting.