Attr. Barovier & Toso, Anni '50 - Centrepiece - Heavy glass, with iridized surface treatment.






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Description from the seller
Elegant centerpieces sculptural in heavy glass, molded in the shape of a nautilus shell, produced by the historic Murano glassworks Barovier & Toso in the 1950s.
The piece is a refined example of Murano glassmaking mastery of the era: made with the heavy glass technique, it features a suggestive iridescent surface that refracts light, creating vibrant iridescent nuances and metallic iridescent reflections with opaline and iridescent tones. The fluid, enveloping line enhances the purity of the material and the complexity of hot-work.
A classy home accessory, ideal for 20th-century art glass collectors and for elevating refined surroundings.
Technical Sheet:
• Manufacturer: Barovier & Toso (Murano, Venice)
• Era: 1950s (Mid-Century Modern)
• Material: Heavy submerged glass with iridized surface treatment
• Shape: Shell / Nautilus
• Dimensions: 15 x 11.5 cm – Height 6 cm
Conditions:
The centerpiece is in excellent vintage condition. The glass is intact, brilliant, and free of chips or hairlines.
Shipping and Packaging:
We guarantee professional packaging, specifically for fragile objects. Shipping will be carried out via international courier with online tracking code.
Seller's Story
Elegant centerpieces sculptural in heavy glass, molded in the shape of a nautilus shell, produced by the historic Murano glassworks Barovier & Toso in the 1950s.
The piece is a refined example of Murano glassmaking mastery of the era: made with the heavy glass technique, it features a suggestive iridescent surface that refracts light, creating vibrant iridescent nuances and metallic iridescent reflections with opaline and iridescent tones. The fluid, enveloping line enhances the purity of the material and the complexity of hot-work.
A classy home accessory, ideal for 20th-century art glass collectors and for elevating refined surroundings.
Technical Sheet:
• Manufacturer: Barovier & Toso (Murano, Venice)
• Era: 1950s (Mid-Century Modern)
• Material: Heavy submerged glass with iridized surface treatment
• Shape: Shell / Nautilus
• Dimensions: 15 x 11.5 cm – Height 6 cm
Conditions:
The centerpiece is in excellent vintage condition. The glass is intact, brilliant, and free of chips or hairlines.
Shipping and Packaging:
We guarantee professional packaging, specifically for fragile objects. Shipping will be carried out via international courier with online tracking code.
