This masterfully hand-blown glass centerpiece commands attention with its dynamic, undulating "handkerchief" silhouette and ethereal sky blue hue. The interior is enriched with finely dispersed gold-leaf inclusions that create a shimmering, prismatic effect when struck by natural light. Its organic, multi-pointed rim evokes a sense of fluid movement, transforming a traditional vessel into a significant piece of glass sculpture that serves as a focal point in any sophisticated interior.
Attribution & Period
Region: Italy (Murano)
Period: 1970s
Attribution: By Murano (Labelled)
This piece retains its original foil "Hand Made in Italy - Murano" label on the base, confirming its origin from the Venetian archipelago. The construction features a "Cordonato d'Oro" style technique—integrating gold leaf into the glass—consistent with the high-production standards of mid-to-late 20th-century Murano furnaces. The specific font and layout of the sticker are characteristic of exported Venetian art glass from the 1970s.
Dimensions & Weight
Height: 9.5 inches
Width / Diameter: 16 inches
Depth / Base Diameter: 13 inches (Overall) / 2.625 inches (Base)
Weight: 4.918 lbs
Condition
The object is in excellent vintage condition. The glass body is free of chips, cracks, or professional repairs. There is minor, age-appropriate shelf wear and light scratching localized strictly to the underside of the polished base, consistent with its age and history of display. The sky blue coloration remains vibrant and uniform throughout the vessel.
Authenticity & Construction
This bowl was executed using traditional free-blown techniques. The artisan skillfully manipulated the molten glass to achieve the dramatic, asymmetric "fazzoletto" (handkerchief) folds. The inclusion of genuine gold leaf during the blowing process requires precise temperature control to ensure the leaf "shatters" into a delicate, even dust rather than clumping, a hallmark of skilled Italian glassmaking.
Placement
The expansive 16-inch scale of this piece makes it an ideal centerpiece for a large circular dining table or a minimalist credenza. Its translucent blue tones and gold-flecked interior are particularly effective when placed in a sun-drenched room or under direct gallery lighting, where the internal reflections can fully activate.
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 masterfully hand-blown glass centerpiece commands attention with its dynamic, undulating "handkerchief" silhouette and ethereal sky blue hue. The interior is enriched with finely dispersed gold-leaf inclusions that create a shimmering, prismatic effect when struck by natural light. Its organic, multi-pointed rim evokes a sense of fluid movement, transforming a traditional vessel into a significant piece of glass sculpture that serves as a focal point in any sophisticated interior.
Attribution & Period
Region: Italy (Murano)
Period: 1970s
Attribution: By Murano (Labelled)
This piece retains its original foil "Hand Made in Italy - Murano" label on the base, confirming its origin from the Venetian archipelago. The construction features a "Cordonato d'Oro" style technique—integrating gold leaf into the glass—consistent with the high-production standards of mid-to-late 20th-century Murano furnaces. The specific font and layout of the sticker are characteristic of exported Venetian art glass from the 1970s.
Dimensions & Weight
Height: 9.5 inches
Width / Diameter: 16 inches
Depth / Base Diameter: 13 inches (Overall) / 2.625 inches (Base)
Weight: 4.918 lbs
Condition
The object is in excellent vintage condition. The glass body is free of chips, cracks, or professional repairs. There is minor, age-appropriate shelf wear and light scratching localized strictly to the underside of the polished base, consistent with its age and history of display. The sky blue coloration remains vibrant and uniform throughout the vessel.
Authenticity & Construction
This bowl was executed using traditional free-blown techniques. The artisan skillfully manipulated the molten glass to achieve the dramatic, asymmetric "fazzoletto" (handkerchief) folds. The inclusion of genuine gold leaf during the blowing process requires precise temperature control to ensure the leaf "shatters" into a delicate, even dust rather than clumping, a hallmark of skilled Italian glassmaking.
Placement
The expansive 16-inch scale of this piece makes it an ideal centerpiece for a large circular dining table or a minimalist credenza. Its translucent blue tones and gold-flecked interior are particularly effective when placed in a sun-drenched room or under direct gallery lighting, where the internal reflections can fully activate.
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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