This striking vide-poche exhibits a powerful sculptural presence, defined by its undulating eight-point "petal" rim and dramatic light interaction. The piece features a complex interplay of cobalt and pastel blue glass, enriched by a vivid Neodymium (Alexandrite) core. This rare-earth glass element allows the piece to perform a dramatic dichroic color shift, transitioning from a sophisticated lavender-blue in natural light to a vibrant, glowing purple-magenta under fluorescent lighting. Its heavy, substantial form and organic geometry make it a compelling decorative focal point for any high-end interior, capturing the technical mastery of mid-century Venetian glass artistry.
Attribution & Period
Consistent with Italian Murano production, 1960s. The attribution to this specific decade is definitively supported by the material science and stylistic markers. The confirmed Neodymium content is a signature of mid-century Venetian "chemistry," favored in the 1960s by prestigious houses like Seguso Vetri d’Arte and Mandruzzato. Furthermore, the glass exhibits a distinct reactive blue glow under 365nm UV light, consistent with the specific cerium-stabilized glass batches utilized by Murano factories during this period. The eight-point starburst rim represents the height of 1960s Organic Modernism, while the hand-finished polished concave base is technically definitive of high-end production from this era.
Dimensions & Weight
Condition
Clinical and direct. This specimen features a single hairline crack, approximately one centimeter in length, located on the lower side toward the base. Several uncontrolled air bubbles (seeds) and visible ripples from the cooling process are present, which are characteristic of hand-blown production from this era. The base has been professionally ground flat and features a perfectly round, polished concave center. No other chips, repairs, or surface scratches are noted.
Authenticity & Construction
The object demonstrates the laborious sommerso (submerged) technique, where multiple layers of colored glass are gathered and encased within a clear outer layer while molten. The eight-point star-shaped rim was hand-pulled to create sculptural concave rests. The presence of artisanal "seeds," glass-flow ripples, and the verified dichroic color-shift from blue to purple confirms its handcrafted, non-industrial origin, distinguishing it from modern mass-market imitations.
Placement
This piece is ideally suited for a low-profile coffee table or a modernist credenza. To fully appreciate the rare Neodymium properties, place it in an area where it can transition between natural daylight (showing blue/lavender) and evening artificial light (showing vibrant purple).
STANDARD ATTRIBUTION & VALUE DISCLOSURE; This piece is described to the best of current scholarly and market knowledge. Any maker or regional attribution is based on visual analysis, materials, construction techniques, and documented stylistic comparisons. As with many MCM and antique design objects, definitive attribution may not be possible without original labels or factory records. Pricing reflects condition, quality, decorative appeal, and current collector demand rather than guaranteed maker identification.
This striking vide-poche exhibits a powerful sculptural presence, defined by its undulating eight-point "petal" rim and dramatic light interaction. The piece features a complex interplay of cobalt and pastel blue glass, enriched by a vivid Neodymium (Alexandrite) core. This rare-earth glass element allows the piece to perform a dramatic dichroic color shift, transitioning from a sophisticated lavender-blue in natural light to a vibrant, glowing purple-magenta under fluorescent lighting. Its heavy, substantial form and organic geometry make it a compelling decorative focal point for any high-end interior, capturing the technical mastery of mid-century Venetian glass artistry.
Attribution & Period
Consistent with Italian Murano production, 1960s. The attribution to this specific decade is definitively supported by the material science and stylistic markers. The confirmed Neodymium content is a signature of mid-century Venetian "chemistry," favored in the 1960s by prestigious houses like Seguso Vetri d’Arte and Mandruzzato. Furthermore, the glass exhibits a distinct reactive blue glow under 365nm UV light, consistent with the specific cerium-stabilized glass batches utilized by Murano factories during this period. The eight-point starburst rim represents the height of 1960s Organic Modernism, while the hand-finished polished concave base is technically definitive of high-end production from this era.
Dimensions & Weight
Condition
Clinical and direct. This specimen features a single hairline crack, approximately one centimeter in length, located on the lower side toward the base. Several uncontrolled air bubbles (seeds) and visible ripples from the cooling process are present, which are characteristic of hand-blown production from this era. The base has been professionally ground flat and features a perfectly round, polished concave center. No other chips, repairs, or surface scratches are noted.
Authenticity & Construction
The object demonstrates the laborious sommerso (submerged) technique, where multiple layers of colored glass are gathered and encased within a clear outer layer while molten. The eight-point star-shaped rim was hand-pulled to create sculptural concave rests. The presence of artisanal "seeds," glass-flow ripples, and the verified dichroic color-shift from blue to purple confirms its handcrafted, non-industrial origin, distinguishing it from modern mass-market imitations.
Placement
This piece is ideally suited for a low-profile coffee table or a modernist credenza. To fully appreciate the rare Neodymium properties, place it in an area where it can transition between natural daylight (showing blue/lavender) and evening artificial light (showing vibrant purple).
STANDARD ATTRIBUTION & VALUE DISCLOSURE; This piece is described to the best of current scholarly and market knowledge. Any maker or regional attribution is based on visual analysis, materials, construction techniques, and documented stylistic comparisons. As with many MCM and antique design objects, definitive attribution may not be possible without original labels or factory records. Pricing reflects condition, quality, decorative appeal, and current collector demand rather than guaranteed maker identification.
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