Vtg Dept 56 Heavy Cast Metal Verdigris Vase 7" Brutalist Split Mouth Modernist

This is a striking, highly collectible vintage Department 56 sculptural bud vase. Forged from heavy, thick-walled cast metal, this piece weighs a substantial 1 lb 10 oz, perfectly matching the rare 7-inch production registry specifications for this coveted modernist line. This vase features a dramatic organic biomorphic silhouette with a bulbous lower body subtle vertical ribbed accents and a distinct flaring double- lipped, split-mouth rim. The exterior boasts a magnificent highly textured mottled green verdigris patina that  beautifully plays with the light. The interior and underside transition into the authentic dark, unpolished charcoal-gray raw metal casting core characteristic of genuine Department 56 metal giftware.  Exterior: The verdigris patina remains vibrant, rich and heavily textured with no deep gouges, cracks, or chips.  Interior & Base: Clean and structurally sound. The unpolished underside shows natural surface scuffs, light scratches. and oxidation consistent with age, shelf handling, and display.  This heavy, brutalist accent piece adds an instantly sophisticated, organic mid-century modern layer to any mantle, shelf, or tabletop display.