A smoky grey and / or steel blue bowl with softly folded sides, the shape typical of the 1950´s. Original paper label with: Pietro Toso & Co: Murano. The Toso family since the middle of the 19th century is one of Murano’s most renowned glass manufacturers. Width "4 ½ / 11cm, height "2/ 5 cm. Condition: fine.

A pair of large droplet shaped pendant lamps in cool green and blue murrines that resemble cells. An Ermanno Toso design from around 1960. The murrines are floating in a clear glass matrix on which they were gathered, heated, then blown.

Each hanging fixture has a satiny acid matte finish and is capped with a polished brass plate with loop for hanging. The brass plates appear to be original. The brass plates are held on by clips and can be removed to change the bulbs...

Large clear glass sculpture of an Angelfish measuring 15 inches (cm) tall, and 11 1/2 inches (cm) wide at the widest point. There is a bubble inclusion "eye patch" for decoration. Designed by Licio Zanetti and made by Zanetti Vetreria Artistica, circa 1970, the piece is signed on the underside in script, Zanetti L. Zanetti Vetreria Artistica was founded by Licio and Licio's father, Oscar, in 1956. Licio Zanetti stepped down as director in 1989...

Archimede Seguso dog figurine

Unique black and white technique

Heavy and substantial

6" tall x 7 1/2" long

Very good vintage condition with no issues to note

11 5/8" tall millefiori pitcher

Murano, Italy

c 1930's

Very good vintage condition with no issues to note

Simple, classic designs!

A collection of pencil neck vases and a large brandy snifter all in satinato glass. Orange, green, blue and yellow satinato colors are represented. All pieces have a clear satinato foot...

Vintage Murano Glass Picasso style vase in excellent condition. Original labels are slightly worn but still intact. Vase is in excellent condition and measures 13 inches high.

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.

This Barbini from the 1960's will bring a smile when you look inside to see the large murine fish at the bottom. Six strategically placed bubbles surround the fish, whose body is dark green at the top, with subtle aventurine stripes on a gold leaf body. The amorphous bowl form is a champagne color, 6 1/2" diameter and 2 1/2" tall, and is in excellent condition with normal wear at the base consistent with its age.

This exquisite design of stylized water birds by Gino Cenedese is considered historical and they are displayed in the Cenedese Gallery in Piazza San Marco, Venice, priced at 3200.euro, each! The sculptural forms exemplify the Murano glass maestros' finesse in translating their natural environment into hot glass. As interactive sculpture, can be placed in various arrangements as an ever-changing accent in any interior...

"Tiffany Windows" murrines vase by Fratelli Toso is documented in Leslie Pino's "Fratelli Toso, Italian Glass 1854-1980", P. 68. This vessel is amazing in good light and an excellent example of the Murano glassblowers' skills. The transparency of the murrines allows the light to flow through nicely and remind one of the "colors of Murano." The Tiffany Windows series dates to the 1960's. This beauty is 6" tall and in in perfect condition.

A Fratelli Toso Chambord Murano 16-3/4" red Italy art glass vase from the 1950s. This huge, heavy and stylish Italian glass vase is in intense ruby red with clear glass, it retains the original Chambord Toso line yellow and gold sticker with the silver and black MADE IN ITALY sticker. Perfect for your 1950s Modern decor. It is in very good condition with no cracks, damage or repairs other than a tiny base chip (see pic) and some minor wear, losses and crinkling to the labels...

Illustrating the virtuosity of both the dancer and the Murano Maestros' skill, this series is documented in Marc Heiremans' "Seguso Vetri D'Arte", P. 93, model #5350, 1939. Measuring 8"h x4"w and is in excellent condition.

Utilizing the ancient technique of feathering Glass in a modern expression, this stylized bird illustrates the skill of the Murano Maestros interpretation of the Venetian Lagoons' environment. This beauty is 8"hx4"x2", unmarked, in excellent condition, probably made in the 1970's.

Referenced in "The Colors of Murano in the XIX Century" p.128, Item #89, this vessel is typical of designs by Pietro Bigaglia in the mid 1800's. The Glass has the five point pontil mark, indicative of early Venetian Glass, is 3" tall and in excellent condition.

Vittorio Zecchin art deco period soffiato vase in light blue

Cappellin Venini & C.

1920s

10" tall

Base - 4 3/4" across

Unmarked

Very good antique condition

Rare lattimo Murano art glass elephant

Murano, Italy

1920s - 1930s

5 3/8" tall at highest point

6" across

Excellent antique condition

Unmarked

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.

This charming millefiori Fratelli Toso Mosaica Vase has blue and green with white accents murrines arranged in alternating verticle rows, with 2 stretched cane handles and acid-matte finish. In "Fratelli Toso Italian Glass 1854-1980" author Leslie Pina dates these as made in the 1900-1910 time frame. P. 32-57. This vase stands 5" tall, 3" diameter. The piece is in perfect condition.

Overlay glass bowl or dish, the center light blue and opalescent, the edges more green than blue. Part of the edge softly folds over, creating the irregular and organic shape typical of the fifties. Unmarked. While Scandinavian art glass at the time normally was signed, this unmarked bowl probably emanates from one of the Murano glassworks. Height "1 1/3 / 3.5 and width "4 / 10.5 cm. Condition: fine.

Exquisite small bowl in Aqua Marine blue and iridescent glass, softly triangular with a swirl. Murano, 1950’s, probably by Alfredo Barbini. Width "4/ 10.5 cm, height "2 ½ / 6 cm. Condition: some wear (cf. pics).

This charming covered jar in translucent yellow glass is topped with an opaque green fruit with stem. Made in the 1890s by Salviati. The body of the jar and lid are ribbed and have a lovely iridescence. The bottom of the base has multi-point pontil marks. It stands 6" high and 4" wide. A similar fruit-topped lid is shown in Carol Osbourne's "Venetian Glass of the 1890s: Salviati at Stanford University" P. 126, Plate 137. The piece is in excellent condition.

This charming covered jar in translucent yellow glass is topped with an opaque yellow pear with green leaf. Made in the 1890s by Salviati. The body of the jar and lid are ribbed and have a lovely iridescence. The bottom of the base has multi-point pontil marks. It stands 6"high by 4" diameter. A similar fruit-topped lid is shown in Carol Osbourne's "Venetian Glass of the 1890s: Salviati at Stanford University" P. 126, Plate 137. The piece is in excellent condition.

This classic Mandruzatto block vase, done in the Sommerso technique with layers of ruby in crystal glass, has 8 cut and polished facets. While a labor intensive technique, this style reveals the elegant beauty of the glass, and produces wonderful optics. Made in 1970s or 80s. It stands 6 1/2" h by 3" diameter. The piece is in excellent condition. It has "Made in Murano Italy" label.

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"

This charming bird sculpture veiled in silver is typical design produced by Seguso Vetri d'arte in the 1930s.This series points to the transition of Murano Glass design and traditional style to modern expression and highlights the Murano Artisans passion forinterpreting their natural environment. The rectangular cante bubble design is attributed to Archimede Seguso...

This charming pair of vintage glass hound dogs, made by Archimede Seguso in the "nero a macchie di smalto bianco" (black with white spots) style in the 1950s. Documented in "Archimede Seguso, Lace & Stone" by Leslie Pina, P. 162, 213. Both are in excellent condition, with the dark-headed one having a few minor scuffs consistent with its age. They each stand 4" tall, 2 1/2" wide. Would sell individually for $225 each.

Leslie Pina describes this piece as "Bischoff bearded collie dog in gray and white alabastro with black and white eyes, and curled tail, 1969" in her book, "ARCHIMEDE SEGUSO, LACE & STONE", P. 178. These bottles were made to hold cherry brandy (this one is empty). Liquor bottle aside, the sculptural quality of this opalino beauty is notable! This fine vessel is 11 1/2" H, 4"W, 3" D, maintains its original Bischoff label, has a nicely polished base and is in perfect condition.

This lovely vase was made in the early 1950s by Dino Martens for Aureliano Toso. Marc Heiremans documents the model #5148 and date of 1952-53 in his book DINO MARTENS, p. 163 and 190. Aventurine, champagne and opalino half filigree embrace the body of the vessel and ribbon details were applied to the lip and neck. The vase measures 5 1/2"H, 4 1/2"D. and is in good vintage condition.

Flavio Poli designed 5 variations of this fine example of Modern Design for Seguso Vetri D'Arte in the 1930's. Marc Heiremans' "SEGUSO VETRI D'ARTE" documents this sculptural bowl form: Model #3434, P. 85. This beauty is done in the "pesco oro" technique, with gold foil embedded to enhance the richness of the material. Thick sculpted glass to the exterior produces a modernist form which beautifully catches light. It measures 2 1/4"H, 6"D and is in excellent condition.

In Marc Heiremans' book ARCHIMEDE SEGUSO this "a canne ritorte" design is documented on page 82. The execution and finish of this fazzoletto confirm the Murano Artisans' mastery of working with Glass and would be a fine addition to any serious collection of 20th Century Murano Glass. The pontil mark on the bottom has been carved out and polished, indicating careful attention to details. The piece measures 4 1/2"H x 6" D. Condition is perfect.

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Beautiful large vintage Murano handblown white opalescent swirl with blue rim Italian art glass heart shaped bowl. Attributed to the Fratelli Toso company. Made with thick glass, with indents on the rim. Very heavy. Can be used as a display piece on any table. Use it as a catchall, or candy dish as well. Mid Century Era...

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Gorgeous vintage Murano hand blown Zanfirico ribbons and green canes swirling Italian art glass vanity powder / jewelry box. Attributed to designer Alfredo Barbini. The piece has a gold ball on the top of the lid. It is very heavy and thick for its size. Great for the vanity. Mid Century era. Measures 5 3/4" across x 5" high.

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Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown cobalt blue and silver flecks Italian art glass biomorphic bowl. The piece is cased over with clear glass, and pulled from underneath to create the shape. It has very heavy silver leaf throughout. A statement piece for any table. Use it as a catchall, or candy dish as well. Mid Century Era...

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Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown white Filigrana ribbons, red-orange aventurine and blue millefiori canes Italian art glass cabinet vase. Documented to Salviati & Co., with intact original label still attached. It reads "Salviati & Co. Venice - Made In Italy". The label dates to the 1950s, but the piece is created in an earlier Venetian style...

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Gorgeous vintage Murano handblown persimmon orange, with gold flecks Italian art glass ginger, cookie or candy jar. Documented to designer Alfredo Barbini, circa 1950s, and published in his catalog. Has a ribbed design, with twisted curl at the top. Profusely covered in gold leaf from top to bottom. Mid Century era. Measures: 13" tall.

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