|
offer in the category:
Modern Design -> Italian art glass
Murano, floor vase.
Elegant art glass vase in clear glass with an encased violet core and very long slender neck, produced in the characteristic Murano style with a sculptural teardrop form.
Origin: Italy.
Material: Glass.
Dimensions: H. 48 cm, D. 14 cm.
Period: 1960/70s.
Condition: Excellent condition with minor signs of wear.
Bio:
Murano is an island in the Venetian Lagoon that has been the centre of Italian glassmaking since the late 13th century. In 1291 the Venetian authorities ordered glass furnaces to move from Venice to Murano to protect the valuable secrets of glass production and reduce fire risks in the city. Over the centuries Murano glassmakers developed advanced techniques including coloured and layered glass, where multiple layers are encased to create depth and colour effects. During the mid-20th century Murano gained international recognition for modern art glass characterised by elegant sculptural forms and refined colour combinations.
|
