Vase - Empoli - Shirted vase
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Mid‑Century glass vase incamiciato attributed to Cristalleria Fratelli Betti of Empoli, dating to the 1960s–1970s with a green olive exterior and pale white interior, height 37 cm, width 13 cm, depth 13 cm, in excellent vintage condition with minor signs of wear.
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Mid-Century vase in cased glass - Cristalleria Fratelli Betti (Empoli) - 1960s/1970s
Vintage sculptural vase in artistic glass, attributed to the famous Cristalleria Fratelli Betti of Empoli and dating to the Mid-Century Modern period of the 1960s/1970s. The piece is made of cased glass with an olive green outer layer and milky white inner layer, clearly visible on the distinctive upper collar shaped to points. The organic silhouette is enriched by decorative details in black glass applied hot to the base. The vase stands 37.5 cm tall and 13 cm wide. It is kept in excellent vintage condition, completely free from cracks or chips.
Seller's Story
For over 20 years, I have dedicated myself passionately to the search for and trading of special, rare, curious objects from any era.
Every piece I select has something that catches my attention: it can be the shape, the story, the unusual aspect, or simply that detail that makes it unique.
I am always searching for objects that speak, that tell something to those who know how to listen.
I choose them carefully, photograph them honestly, and describe them as accurately as possible.
Selling on this Catawiki to share this passion with those who, like me, love to surround themselves with things with a soul.
Translated by Google TranslateMid-Century vase in cased glass - Cristalleria Fratelli Betti (Empoli) - 1960s/1970s
Vintage sculptural vase in artistic glass, attributed to the famous Cristalleria Fratelli Betti of Empoli and dating to the Mid-Century Modern period of the 1960s/1970s. The piece is made of cased glass with an olive green outer layer and milky white inner layer, clearly visible on the distinctive upper collar shaped to points. The organic silhouette is enriched by decorative details in black glass applied hot to the base. The vase stands 37.5 cm tall and 13 cm wide. It is kept in excellent vintage condition, completely free from cracks or chips.
Seller's Story
For over 20 years, I have dedicated myself passionately to the search for and trading of special, rare, curious objects from any era.
Every piece I select has something that catches my attention: it can be the shape, the story, the unusual aspect, or simply that detail that makes it unique.
I am always searching for objects that speak, that tell something to those who know how to listen.
I choose them carefully, photograph them honestly, and describe them as accurately as possible.
Selling on this Catawiki to share this passion with those who, like me, love to surround themselves with things with a soul.
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Era
1900-2000
Glass type
Empoli
Title additional information
Shirted vase
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Glass
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
37 cm
Width
13 cm
Depth
13 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
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