Striking, tall, double sommerso vase form by Fratelli Toso. Interior gather of soft gold toned transparent glass emerges in sommerso from a heavy green lip, cased in crystal. The form is blown into a rib mold with green canne applied at the high points of the ribs. This vase is a fine example of mid-century innovation of traditional techniques. Measuring 6.75" (top dimension) x 12" tall, the vase is in good condition, bears the J.I. CO. import label, unmarked.
It is notable that both front and back surfaces of this fine aquarium are ground flat and polished, providing a crisp view of the finely crafted fish. The polishing is a considerable amount of work not usually seen in most Murano glass aquariums. I'm not sure who made this, but the surface polishing, fine detail of the polychrome fish, and the inclusion of glass thread and real sand between the layers of glass clearly render this a unique creation...
Slender and elegant vintage modern glass Nerox lamp by Ermanno Toso is constructed of cool blue and green opalino murrine. The colors remind me of the cool tones of the Venetian Lagoon which has inspired glass design in Murano for centuries. I've seem a pair of this design sell at auction for $9000.! The lamp measures 28.5" to top of glass and 40" to top of bulb socket, is in good condition, and would look great with a slender cylinder shaped shade.
Big and beautiful shell bowl in lattimo with bullicante design infused with gold aventurine that imparts a subtle gold diamond pattern. In each diamond resides a gold lined bubble. Measuring 10.75"x 12"x 2.75h., the bowl has a polished pontil, unmarked
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Very Large Murano Cased Clear IRIDESCENT Art Glass CONCH SHELL Centerpiece Sculpture!!! Unsure of attribution as it is unsigned. Truly an amazing piece of glass! Has NO damage (chips, nicks, fleabites). In EXCELLENT Condition!!!
Measure 13 3/4" long x almost 8" across x 5" tall ….. International Buyers WELCOMED!!! ........ Questions? Don’t hesitate to ask!
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HUGE and Beautiful Murano Cased BLUE Opalescent and GOLD FLECKS Art Glass Center Bowl!!! Documented as ARCHIMEDE SEGUSO, in the OPALINO A COSTE Design, circa 1950s!!! This is a very large and rare bowl with Cobalt Blue rim fading towards the center of the opal glass, and filled with gold throughout! It measures almost a foot across...
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Unusual Shape Murano Cased Pink and Blue SOMMERSO Art Glass Bowl with GOLD FLECKS Snail Decoration!!! Attributed to Archimede SEGUSO!!! The 2 colors are in fact Pink and Blue, but on my photo both colors together makes it look purple. When held in your hand you will see the different colors. Was hard to photograph. Has NO damage (chips, nicks, fleabites, or impact Marks)...
A rare and beautiful Murano glass vase made by Barovier & Toso around 1950, in their 'Laguna Gematta' decor. The aqua-colored vase has embedded flecks of gold, which is typical of Laguna/autumno Gematta decor. The vase is 11 1/2 inches (29 cm) tall, 8 1/4 inches (21 cm) wide at the top and is 5 1/8 inches (13 cm) deep. It is in fine condition, without chips, cracks or repairs (there are some usage scratches at the bottom, as expected). Polished pontil. Unsigned, as expected.
A large Murano glass fish figurine with silver flecks and variegated color splashes, designed in the style of Dino Martens (for Aureliano Toso). The figurine is 16 1/4 inches (41,3 cm) tall and 7 1/2 inches (19 cm) wide. Except for some roughness at the bottom of the tail (probably as made), it is in fine condition. It is made in green and clear sommerso glass. Unsigned - remnants of a large yellow sticker on bottom (please see last picture).
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RARE Large Murano Cased YELLOW ORANGE and GOLD FLECKS Art Glass Shell Bowl or Centerpiece with Original Label!!! Documented as an Alfredo BARBINI piece, circa 1950-60s!!! On the inside it looks more Orange in color. It has NO damage (chips, nicks or fleabites). In EXCELLENT Condition!!!
Please see stock # 3987 for the same bowl in Pure GOLD!
Measures 10 1/2" long x 7 3/4" wide x 4 1/2" tall….. International Buyers WELCOMED!!! ..........
Sculpted modern sommerso bowl in crystal glass profusely infused with silver foil. The form casts a rich golden hue similar to the colors one finds around Venice at certain times of day. The form is in excellent condition, measures 5"x5"x2"h, unmarked.
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Amazing DECO Early Murano Deep RED IRIDESCENT with Flower Top Decoration Art Glass Vanity Powder Box!!! Unsure of attribution but similar to those by Artisti Barovier and Salvaiti Companies, circa 1920-30s! The surface almost looks Mirror Plated from the high iridescence. On the inside it has a partial label Collectors label and reads "John Mohlenpa". Might be missing 1 last letter to the last name...
Stunning arrangement by Flavio Poli. All three pieces are sommerso, in transparent ruby, cased in an ultra light tint of green. The pieces are crisp, exhibiting purity in form and color that is synonymous with Flavio Poli's designs. The bowl is one of the finest in this shape that I have seen. The vases are 3.5"dia. x 8.5h and the bowl is 5.75" x 6.75" x 2.5"h. All three pieces bear the S.V.C.C. VETRI D'ARTE label of Polis company
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RARE and LARGE Murano Cased PURPLE, White, and GOLD FLECKS Art Glass BIRD OF PARADISE Perched on a Gold Leaf Pedestal!!! Attributed to Alfredo BARBINI, circa 1950-60s!!! This piece is amazing! The bird is almost 18" tall!!! It has a very long beak, applied eyes, large crest on top, spread wings, and a very large curled tail...
Vetreria Alfredo Barbini incalmo spherical vase consisting of fused transparent amethyst and amber hemispheres, with cut and polished opening. Height is 9.5 inches (24 cm) Diameter at equator 10 inches (25.4 cm). No chips, cracks or repairs, few minor surface scratches. Inscribed: Barbini Murano. Circa 1970
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Large Murano Cased OPALESCENT BLUE, White and GOLD FLECKS Art Glass Cornucopia Vase on Stand!!! Documented as Archimede SEGUSO, in the "OPALINO A COSTE" technique, circa 1955!!! This is the first time I have seen this piece in BLUE!!! If interested, please look at item # 3674 in just White and Gold. Has no damages (chips, nicks or fleabites). In EXCELLENT Condition!
Measures 11 1/2" tall x 5 1/2" across …....
This unique figurine of a peasant boy carrying a sack, clearly demonstrates the artistic virtuosity of the Murano glass artists. It is highly unusual for a figurine to have hollow legs to support such tall statue. (We have only seen a similar figurine in Venice.) This Murano sculpture is superbly crafted and highly unusual in its clarity using only a subtle iridescence to accent the beauty of the Glass. This unique beauty stands 13" tall and is in excellent condition.
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Cute Little VENETIAN Early Murano OPALESCENT BLUE Art Glass Sweets Container with Pear Decoration and Prunts!!! Attributed to FRATELLI TOSO!!! The opal "Girasol" swirls throughout the body of the piece. For accuracy, i found a section of the blue trim has been broken and repaired (see photo 5). Hard to tell when displayed. Has no other damage (chips, nicks, or impact marks)...
Modern floral expression using abstract floral murrines in a field of thin copper red vines and green opal leaves. This abstract imagery floats on a thick case of clear glass behind which is a gather of transparent copper blue glass with a heavy coating of aventurine. The thick clear layer gives the design an interesting depth. Measuring 2.5"dia. x 4.25"h, in excellent condition, unmarked.
This elegant "CARNIVALE" vase by Fratelli Toso has polychrome colors and a satin finish. Produced in the 1920's, the CARNIVALLE series is sought after by collectors. See Leslie Pina's book: FRATELLI TOSO, ITALIAN GLASS 1854-1980, page 48-49. The vase is 8.25"h x4.5"w, unmarked and is in excellent condition.
This lovely fazzoletto vase attributed to Archimede Seguso demonstrates the skill of the Murano Artisan. Comprised of clear, netted opalino filigree, and aventurine cane, this beauty is in excellent condition. 4.5x4x4"
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Stunning Large Murano Hand Blown Clear Body with GOLD FLECKS and White ZANFIRICO Ribbons Art Glass BALLERINA Sculpture!!! Created by the SALVIATI Company!!! The woman has a beautiful ballet dance pose, and stands on a clear base. There are also very thin aventurine threads inside the white ribbons (see last photo). It has NO damage (chips, nicks, fleabites or impact marks)...
Fratelli Toso Rose Bowl constructed of Cattedrale (or Tiffany Window) murrines in reds, greens, yellows and blue. The murrines feature clear "windows" of glass.Some have "bullseye" configurations in the clear window and black (nerox) glass frames. This is a delightful 4 inch (10.2 cm) diameter bowl with a height of 3.75 inches (9.5 cm) due to the polished top. Excellent condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. Circa 1955.
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Murano Cased WHITE Opal VELATO or Satin Art Glass Bud Vase with GOLD FELCKS Collar!!! Unsure of attribution, but similar to VENINI designs by Tommaso Buzzi and Napoleone Martinuzzi. The piece is very heavy for its size. It has NO damage (chips, nicks, or impact marks). In EXCELLENT Condition!!!
Measures 6" tall x 4" across the body ... International Buyers WELCOMED!!! ........ Questions? Don’t hesitate to ask!
Charming stylized sculpture of a scotty dog. This design is documented in Judith Millers' 20thCENTURY GLASS, page 115, dated 1950's and valued there at $150-200. Measuring 9"h x 3.5"w x 8.5"d, the scotty dog has been well cared for and is in excellent condition.
The sophisticated designer arrangement of murrine in this paperweight is notable. The leaf murrine can be found in other Toso paperweights. The green center of the flower murrine is nicely tied in to the leaf motif. The murrine are cased in crystal and this lattice type layer of murrine gives the weight a nice airy quality. Measuring 3.75 dia. x 2.75"h., the paperweight is in excellent condition, unmarked.
A fine example of Dino Martens' masterful use of the mezza filigrana technique on a modern interpretation of the platter form. The platter has a skillfully applied ring foot and remnants of its label. The piece is in excellent condition and is 11.25"x 3.5"h.
Sophisticated sommerso shell form by Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri d'Arte in soft amber glass cased in crystal, with a generous interior layer of gold leaf. The shell contains a double layer of controlled bubbles which add an interesting visual texture. Measuring 5.5"x5.5"x2.25"h, the shell form is in great condition, with normal wear to the base consistent with its age, unmarked
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Beautiful and Unusual Murano Cased Light BLUE, SILVER FLECKS and White Chrysanthemum Flowers Art Glass Vase!!! Attributed to FERRO TOSO BAROVIER, circa late 1930s!!! The vase is 1 of the largest I have seen in this theme/design. I own similar ones that are only 8 1/2" at tallest. This one measures at 11 1/2" tall. It also have a paneled effect on the the body. There is NO damage (chips, nicks, fleabites or impact marks)...
Sumptuous in its expression of the sensual qualities of glass, this stylized sculpture of a figure in repose by Livio Seguso is signed and in excellent condition. The solid glass sculpture weighs 12.5 lbs, measures 6"w x 6"d x 8"h, and was well protected over the years by four felt pads at the corners.
An emerald green and silver bubbles bowl, 1950’s, unsigned, probably Italian (Murano).
Width "6 / 15 cm, height "2 ¼ / 5.5 cm. Condition: one bubble larger than the others can be felt just under the lip, otherwise fine.
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Murano Cased COBALT BLUE Opalescent White Somerso Art Glass Biomorphic Bowl!!! Attributed to Archimede SEGUSO!! Has no damage (chips, nicks, or impact marks). In EXCELLENT Condition!!!
Measures 7" long x 5 1/2" wide x 2 1/2" at highest ….. International Buyers WELCOMED!!! ........ Questions? Don’t hesitate to ask!
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RARE and HUGE Murano Cased BLACK, Aventurine Flecks and White Spider Web Decor Art Glass Centerpiece Bowl!!! Believe this is a BAROVIER and TOSO piece!!! It looks like a large Starfish or Sea Shell! The piece is 4" tall too! Along the rim it has a sharp edge about 1" long, but do not think it is damage. Just mentioning it for accuracy. Has NO damage (chips, nicks, or fleabites)...
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HUGE and Truly Amazing Murano Cased GOLD FLECKS Art Glass CROWN Shaped Centerpiece Bowl or Vase!!! Documented as BAROVIER and TOSO, in the Cordonato D' Oro Style!!! This piece is very large at 11" long! It has a large applied base. For accuracy there is a flat chip to the base (please see photo). Can hardly be seen when displayed (its on the side of the bowl). Has NO other damage (chips, nicks, fleabites, or impact Marks). I consider this...
This bowl is an excellent example of Murano glassblowers using the traditional technique of filigrana or latticino and applying this to a modern expression. The vessel walls are .5" - .75" thick, and the filigrana rods are imbedded in the thick walls of the form. Alternating rods contain aventurine. I have seen the exact same design with the Fratelli Toso blue foil label. Measuring 8" x 8" x 2.75"h. the bowl is in good condition, with expected wear on the base.
The Arcobaleno (rainbow) series was produced in 1956, and is documented in Carl Gables' MURANO MAGIC and Rosa Barovier Mentastis' ANZOLO FUGA. This rare and amazing creation by Anzolo Fuga is a unique and important 20th century design. The Arcobaleno is characterized by applied vertical stripes to the vessels body and a single large murrine at the base, magnified by the solid convex base. The murrine exhibits a kinetic effect as it is magnified by the curve of the base. Notable is the two ...
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RARE Murano Cased DARK GREEN and Large Controlled Bubbles Art Glass Bowl with FROG!!! Documented as an Alfredo BARBINI piece for VAMSA, circa 1930-40s!!! For accuracy the frog and bowl have some white inclusions inside of it. The piece is super thick and heavy! It has NO damages (chips, nicks or fleabites). In EXCELLENT Condition!!!
Measure 7" long x 7" wide x 4 /2" tall ….. International Buyers WELCOMED!!! ........ Questions? Don’t hes...
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AMAZING Murano WHITE PASTA Glass, Gold Flecks and COPPER AVENTURINE Flecks Stripe COMPOTE or Fruit Bowl + 4 Matching Dishes and Leaf Shaped Bowl!!! Really beautiful set sold at CAMER Glass NY (leaf bowl has the original label), circa late 40s or early 50s!!! The 4 dishes fit into the compote nicely as you can see from the photo. Unsure of attribution, but similar to Salviati, Barovier and Barbini items I have owned in the past. There are ...
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Murano Cased Light BLUE PULEGOSO or Bollicine Art Glass Smoking SET!!! Attributed to Archimede SEGUSO, circa 1940s!!! The Set consists of a lighter and cigarette holder! The lighter has a button release and DOES spark up! This glass piece has a hole in the bottom, which is for the lighter part to attach to the glass with a screw (lighter is lose on top). I have seen this before on lighters of this kind. The 2 pieces have no actual damage (chips, n...
Whimsical Decanter by Fratelli Toso created circa 1960.
Decanter is of simple form with applied features resembling that of a sad dog, pleading coyly with upturned eyes.
The clear green glass body has opaque lines running down from the top of the neck of the bottle to just below the top of the dogs ears and eyes. The dogs eyes lattimo (milk) glass with green glass pupils looking upwards. Nose, mouth and ears are a darker clear green glass.
The stopper has a green ball cased in clear...
Beautiful, large figure of a young woman carrying a fruit basket. She appears to be running to market, or caught off-guard by a breeze. The figure has many unique elements that point to a Seguso attribution although the piece is unmarked. The flowing dress, and form fitting bodice in sfumato glass, the basket done in textured clear glass with gold powders; the individual pasta glass fruits, the fine attention to details. This piece is lively and fresh! She stands 15 inches (38 cm) Tall, and has ...
Roman style design by Avem is in excellent condition, 9" tall. The vessels clear body is lightly iridized, has a scavo surface and the handles and thread at the top are aquamarine blue.
In the mid-1930s, Venini engaged Carlo Scarpa to design innovative glass surface textures and this historical gem, "A BOLLICINE", survives in excellent condition! The base is polished and has 2 acid stamps: "venini murano" and "MADE IN ITALY", measuring 2" H, 3 3/4" W, 3 3/4"D.
See CARLO SCARPA, Glass of an Architect by Mario Barovier, P. 206
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Magnificent Murano Cased IRIDESCENT, RED, Controlled Bubbles and GOLD Art Glass ROOSTER Sculpture!!! Most likely a piece by the AVEM Company!!! The Iridescent surface is very heavy on it, and reflects all kinds of colors. There is NO damage (chips, nicks or fleabites). In EXCELLENT Condition!!!
Measures 8" tall x 7" long x 3 1/4" wide base … International Buyers WELCOMED!!! ........ Questions? Don’t hesitate to ask!
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Full 3 Piece Murano Applied CIRCLES + STRIPES Art Glass Console VASES + BOWL Set!!! One of the vases has an original "Hand Made Venetian - J.I.Co. - Made In Italy" label. For accuracy the pieces have some scratches to the surface form use. They have NO damage (chips, nicks, or fleabites). In EXCELLENT Condition!!!
Tallest Vase measures 9 1/2" tall x 5 1/4" wide - Bowl measures 10" long (20.32 cm) x 7" wide … International B...
An unusual late 19th or early 20th Century Italian vase in clear glass with a light dusting of internal gold aventurine, brown inclusions and applied yellow "drapery." Unsigned. Stray bits of ash in the glass date it as pre-1950s. 5.25" tall. In excellent condition. For more photos, please email us or see our website PlanetGlass.net.
This pieces sparkles! Designed by Ermanno Toso this cylindrical decanter is made with twisted pink canes and aventurine filigree. Matching stopper with clear glass flange and stem. Stopper does have burst bubble which occurred during manufacture. Decanter stands just over 18 inches (46 cm) Tall, and has no chips, cracks or repairs. Retains the blue and silver foil export label used by Fratelli Toso. Identical piece is shown in Leslie Pina's book Fratelli Toso, page 23. Excellent condition. Circa...
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RARE and Large Murano Cased BLUE Core Art Glass Abstract Bird or Chick Sculpture!!! Attributed to Antonio DA ROS for CENEDESE!!! The piece is very minimal-modern in design, and has Gold Flecks on the beak. There are NO damages (chips, nicks, or impact marks). In EXCELLENT Condition!!!
Measures 5 3/4" tall x 6 1/4" long x 3 3/4" wide ….. International Buyers WELCOMED!!! ........ Questions? Don’t hesitate to ask!
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RARE Murano Cased YELLOW SCAVO Glittery Iridescence Pinched Sides Handled Art Glass Vase!!! Attributed to ERMANNO NASON for GINO CENEDESE & Co., circa 1950s!!! The entire piece has been manipulated in different ways, with trails of glass going up the vase, pinched on 3 sides of the body and having beautiful applied handles. The piece is also covered with a sandy SCAVO texture, that shimmers in the light. The piece also has an intact origi...
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Murano Cased COBALT Blue and Orange SOMMERSO Art Glass Pedestal Ashtray or "Coupe" with GOLD FLECKS Snail Decoration!!! Attributed to Archimede SEGUSO!!! A similar one is pictures in a Christie's Catalog, and attributed to Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri D' Arte (circa 1950s). That piece was done for Alfa Romeo (with logo) and in iridescent glass. It was a much larger piece too at 8" tall. But same basic design as my piece here. Please look ...
Black swirls on background of burnt orange glass form this letter holder from a desk set series produced by Salviati in the late 1970's.
The piece stands 4 inches (10 cm) tall, 6 inches (15 cm) wide, and is 3 inches (7.6 cm) deep. There is a small, less than 1/8 inch (.3 cm), flake on the edge of the piece, but otherwise in fine condition. Circa 1975
Offered is this rare Murano glass compote, made by Barovier & Toso (designer: Ercole Barovier) around 1940. The shell-shaped ('Conchiglia') compote is 15 inches (38 cm) long and 8 3/4 inches (22 cm) high. It is in very good condition. The pontil is polished. The shell-shaped compote has a complex marine-themed foot/support, also done with gold flecks (also, there is a slight iridescence to the blue-top glass). Though unsigned, almost certainly it was made by Barovier & Toso - please refer to pag...
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Very Large Murano Cased RED ORANGE Opalescent Art Glass Centerpiece Bowl!!! Attributed to FRATELLI TOSO!!! The piece has a flower shape, with pulled ends and ribbed body. The top has a very rich color, and the outside is a white opal. The piece has NO damage (chips, nicks, or impact marks). In EXCELLENT Condition!!!
Measures 17 1/4" long x 10 1/4" wide x 4" tall ….. International Buyers WELCOMED!!! ........ Questions? Don’t hesi...
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Wonderful Murano Cased ZANFIRICO and AVENTURINE FLECKS Twisted Ribbon Art Glass Table Desk Clock!!! Believe it to be an ARCHIMEDE SEGUSO piece, circa 1950s!!! Very unusual to find older decorative clocks like this one. For accuracy it has 1 small scratch to the clear part of the body. Please look at my other Seguso clock now listed - stock # 3370. As you can see the overall design and foot is the same as this one. Great timepiece for the ...
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Beautiful Murano Cased BLACK and GOLD FLECKS Art Glass PULEGOSO Ashtray!!! Believe this is an Archimede SEGUSO piece!!! Has NO damage (chips, nicks, fleabites, or impact Marks). In EXCELLENT Condition!!!
Measure 6 1/2" across x 3" tall ….. International Buyers WELCOMED!!! ........ Questions? Don’t hesitate to ask!
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Xtra Large Murano Cased FILIGRANA Green, White and Aventurine Flecks Ribbons Art Glass Footed Vase!!! Documented as a Dino MARTENS work for Aureliano TOSO!!! It measures 13 3/4" tall with a very wide mouth and cone shape. For accuracy the Gold applied foot on the piece is not even. You can see it on the photos. That is the only flaw I can see on this piece. Mentioned for accuracy. Has NO damage (chips, nicks, impact marks or fleabites). I...
An exciting example of mid-century Murano color and metal inclusions: cane, latticino, murrine, and aventurine gold are encased in a sumptuous, double scroll modern form. The base glass is clear, with the exterior of the piece marvered in amethyst chips that give the form a nice amethyst shade. The piece is 6.5x7.5x2.5"h, unmarked, in perfect condition
Modern lighting design thought to be a Gio Ponti design. A ceiling chandelier in the same design is on page 96 of CATALOGUE RAISONNE' by Anna Venini.
Pair of Mexican figures in clear and black glass. The clear glass figures have wide black sombrero's, long black mustaches and black arms with folded hands (similar in style to the Oriental figures by Seguso). The taller figure also shows off the toes of his black boots. The taller figure measures 11 inches (27.9 cm). The shorter figure, who appears to be kneeling, is 9.25 inches (23.5 cm) tall. Each figure bears a red and gold foil label with the words 'Murano Glass Made in Italy'. No chips, c...
Nice pair of vases in opalino blue with aventurine by Fratelli Toso are in excellent condition. This design is documented in Leslie Pina's book "Fratelli Toso" on page 84 and valued there at 3-400$ each. The pair of vases are flared with two folds in the flared top, 7" tall, unmarked
