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Vintage oval Murano glass vase or centrepiece, dated to 1940–1950, with ruby-red, emerald-green and turquoise colouring, measuring 34 × 19 × 19 cm and weighing 8.5 kg, in good used condition with minor signs of age and stains.
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Description from the seller
Large Oval Murano Art Glass Centerpiece – 1950s – Multicolored – 8.2 kg
Description
Impressive solid art glass oval centerpiece, purchased directly in Murano, Venice, in the 1950s
The piece stands out for its generous dimensions, considerable weight of 8.2 kg, and distinctive color composition in ruby red, emerald green, and turquoise, with striking effects of layering and transparency.
The workmanship evokes the sommerso glass technique, characteristic of the Murano glassmaking tradition.
The oval shape, very thick walls, and rounded rim give the centerpiece a strong sculptural character.
Features
Stated origin: Murano, Venice, Italy
Purchase period: 1950s
Material: solid art glass
Workmanship: multicolored, presumably sommerso glass
Length: approx. 33 cm
Width: approx. 19 cm
Height: 19 cm
Weight: 8.2 kg
Colors: ruby red, emerald green, turquoise, and dark tones
Murano glass vase attributed to Fulvio Bianconi for Venini, Mid-Century Modern
Certificate of authenticity: unavailable
Condition
Vintage piece with signs of age and use.
There are scratches on the surface of the base, documented in photographs.
Any other imperfections are visible in the accompanying photographs.
Provenance
Purchased in Murano in the 1950s and subsequently kept in a private collection
An impressive vintage furnishing accessory, especially decorative for its dimensions, glass workmanship, and color combination.
Large Oval Murano Art Glass Centerpiece – 1950s – Multicolored – 8.2 kg
Description
Impressive solid art glass oval centerpiece, purchased directly in Murano, Venice, in the 1950s
The piece stands out for its generous dimensions, considerable weight of 8.2 kg, and distinctive color composition in ruby red, emerald green, and turquoise, with striking effects of layering and transparency.
The workmanship evokes the sommerso glass technique, characteristic of the Murano glassmaking tradition.
The oval shape, very thick walls, and rounded rim give the centerpiece a strong sculptural character.
Features
Stated origin: Murano, Venice, Italy
Purchase period: 1950s
Material: solid art glass
Workmanship: multicolored, presumably sommerso glass
Length: approx. 33 cm
Width: approx. 19 cm
Height: 19 cm
Weight: 8.2 kg
Colors: ruby red, emerald green, turquoise, and dark tones
Murano glass vase attributed to Fulvio Bianconi for Venini, Mid-Century Modern
Certificate of authenticity: unavailable
Condition
Vintage piece with signs of age and use.
There are scratches on the surface of the base, documented in photographs.
Any other imperfections are visible in the accompanying photographs.
Provenance
Purchased in Murano in the 1950s and subsequently kept in a private collection
An impressive vintage furnishing accessory, especially decorative for its dimensions, glass workmanship, and color combination.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
8.5 kg
Specific region of origin
Murano (Veneto)
Title additional information
Murano glass vase
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Glass
Style
Vintage
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
19 cm
Width
34 cm
Depth
19 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950
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