Centrepiece - Murano glass

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Fiammetta Fulchiati
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Over five years' experience with antiques and expertise in Murano glass.

Estimate  € 170 - € 200
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Description from the seller

The shown object is a Murano submerged glass piece, an iconic style of Italian design from the mid-20th century. These creations, often used as centerpieces, decorative bowls, or ashtrays, are characterized by layers of colored glass fused together to create a sense of depth.

Product Details
Origin: Murano, Italy (often attributed to producers such as Fratelli Toso, Seguso, or designers like Flavio Poli).
Technique: Submerged Glass, a technique that involves layering several layers of glass in contrasting colors.
Period: Mainly the 1960s and 1970s.
Features: Organic and sculptural shape with hues ranging from ruby/pink to purple and blue, enclosed in a layer of transparent glass.

The shown object is a Murano submerged glass piece, an iconic style of Italian design from the mid-20th century. These creations, often used as centerpieces, decorative bowls, or ashtrays, are characterized by layers of colored glass fused together to create a sense of depth.

Product Details
Origin: Murano, Italy (often attributed to producers such as Fratelli Toso, Seguso, or designers like Flavio Poli).
Technique: Submerged Glass, a technique that involves layering several layers of glass in contrasting colors.
Period: Mainly the 1960s and 1970s.
Features: Organic and sculptural shape with hues ranging from ruby/pink to purple and blue, enclosed in a layer of transparent glass.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
2.5 kg
Glass type
Murano glass
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Glass
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
12 cm
Width
31 cm
Depth
14 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
ItalyVerified
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