Jewellery box (2) - 1940's - Floral Engraved - Fontana arte - Turqoise - Glass

Aquamarine Glass Jewelry Boxes with Floral Engraving (1940s) These elegant and timeless jewelry boxes are a fine example in style of Fontana Arte's artistry, crafted in Italy during the 1940s.

The aquamarine glass, delicately hand-engraved with floral motifs, showcases the luxurious Art Deco style of the era.

A rare collectible in remarkable condition, these jewelry boxes are a testament to the sophisticated craftsmanship of mid-century Italian design.

History of Fontana Arte: A Legacy of Italian Glassmaking

Founded in 1881 by Luigi Fontana in Milan, Fontana Arte began as a plate glass manufacturing company, quickly establishing itself as a leader in Italy's construction sector. With the involvement of investors like the multinational Saint-Gobain glass company, Luigi Fontana & Partners expanded its operations nationally and internationally, becoming one of Italy's largest glass manufacturers.

In the early 1930s, the company sought to enter the art glass and décor market, hiring renowned architect and designer Gio Ponti (1891–1979) as a consultant. At the time, Ponti was the art director for the ceramics company Richard Ginori. His innovative designs, such as the iconic 0024 Pendant (1931) and Bilia Table Lamp (1931/32), marked a new chapter for Fontana. By 1933, this fruitful collaboration led to the establishment of Fontana Arte, a division dedicated to artistic glassworks.

The same year, Fontana Arte acquired Bottega di Pietro Chiesa, the glass workshop of acclaimed Italian designer Pietro Chiesa (1892–1948). Together, Ponti and Chiesa served as art directors, steering the company toward international recognition. Fontana Arte became synonymous with sophistication, producing exquisite glass objects such as stained glass, decorative mirrors, sculptural pieces, lighting, and even glass furniture. These designs were celebrated for their clean, timeless forms, capturing the essence of modern Italian craftsmanship and innovation.

Fontana Arte remains a benchmark of elegance and artistry in the world of glass design.

Features:

Design Period: 1920 to 1949

Production Year: 1940

Country of Origin: Italy

Style: Art Deco

Condition:

Detailed Condition: Light wear and patina consistent with its age. Please refer to the images for details.

Glass Condition: Perfect.

Identifying Marks:

While the piece has no attribution marks, its design is attributed to the renowned Fontana Arte.

Size: the size of the largest box is named in the description above.

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