Sculpture, Balene - 10 cm - Glass
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Murano glass paperweight Balene, handmade in Italy, featuring two whale tails in chalcedony glass, with a round black base of 8 cm diameter and dimensions 10 x 20 x 8 cm, signed and in excellent condition.
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Fermacarte in vetro di Murano – Code di Balena in Calcedonio
We propose a fascinating paperweight in authentic Murano glass, entirely handmade with the traditional lampworking technique, a seculare heritage of Murano glassmaking. The work presents a poetic and contemporary image: two elegant miniature whale tails, carved in glass with precision and sensitivity by a Master glassmaker.
What makes this object unique is the use of rare chalcedony glass, known for its ability to imitate the veining of stone and precious marbles. The color nuances, from caramel tones to blues and purples, blend into a changing and harmonious effect that catches the eye from every angle.
The piece is completed by a solid round base in black glass, with a diameter of 8 cm, which enhances its elegance and stability. Perfect as a decorative desk object or as a collectible piece, it is a true union between artisanal tradition and contemporary design.
Murano Glass Paperweight – Whale Tails in Chalcedony Glass – Handmade Lampwork Art
This exquisite Murano glass paperweight is a unique piece of Italian craftsmanship, entirely handmade using the traditional lampwork technique, a historic method still practiced today by skilled glass masters in Murano.
The piece features a delicate and poetic composition: two miniature whale tails, shaped with extraordinary finesse, emerging from a sea of glass.
What makes this item truly special is the use of Chalcedony glass, a rare and precious type of glass known for its stunning, natural stone-like veining. The color play—ranging from warm caramel tones to deep blues and purples—creates a mesmerizing harmony of cool and warm hues that shift beautifully with the light.
The sculpture is set on a sleek round black glass base (8 cm / 3.15 inches in diameter), enhancing its elegance and making it a perfect display piece for any desk or shelf.
A refined collector’s item or a thoughtful gift, this paperweight blends timeless tradition with modern design sensibility. A small masterpiece from the heart of Murano.
Fermacarte in vetro di Murano – Code di Balena in Calcedonio
We propose a fascinating paperweight in authentic Murano glass, entirely handmade with the traditional lampworking technique, a seculare heritage of Murano glassmaking. The work presents a poetic and contemporary image: two elegant miniature whale tails, carved in glass with precision and sensitivity by a Master glassmaker.
What makes this object unique is the use of rare chalcedony glass, known for its ability to imitate the veining of stone and precious marbles. The color nuances, from caramel tones to blues and purples, blend into a changing and harmonious effect that catches the eye from every angle.
The piece is completed by a solid round base in black glass, with a diameter of 8 cm, which enhances its elegance and stability. Perfect as a decorative desk object or as a collectible piece, it is a true union between artisanal tradition and contemporary design.
Murano Glass Paperweight – Whale Tails in Chalcedony Glass – Handmade Lampwork Art
This exquisite Murano glass paperweight is a unique piece of Italian craftsmanship, entirely handmade using the traditional lampwork technique, a historic method still practiced today by skilled glass masters in Murano.
The piece features a delicate and poetic composition: two miniature whale tails, shaped with extraordinary finesse, emerging from a sea of glass.
What makes this item truly special is the use of Chalcedony glass, a rare and precious type of glass known for its stunning, natural stone-like veining. The color play—ranging from warm caramel tones to deep blues and purples—creates a mesmerizing harmony of cool and warm hues that shift beautifully with the light.
The sculpture is set on a sleek round black glass base (8 cm / 3.15 inches in diameter), enhancing its elegance and making it a perfect display piece for any desk or shelf.
A refined collector’s item or a thoughtful gift, this paperweight blends timeless tradition with modern design sensibility. A small masterpiece from the heart of Murano.
Details
Era
After 2000
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Glass
Title of artwork
Balene
Signature
Signed
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
10 cm
Width
20 cm
Depth
8 cm
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