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Modern Murano Glass Bowl attr. Flavio Poli for Seguso
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Pre 1950 item# 951128 (stock# 064)
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Echo Beach Glass
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$250.
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This Murano Glass modern expression is typical of the Flavio Poli vessel and animal designs for Seguso Vetri d'Arte in the 1940's and 1950's. There are many references to the modern forms with multiple sommerso layers of controlled bubbles and a generous layer of gold leaf by Flavio Poli. An identical form is documented in Leslie Pinas' book ARCHIMEDE SEGUSO on page 95, valued there at $500. -700. This fine modern expression is 7" in diameter, 2.75" tall. The bowl is in good condition with some evidence of wear, but considering its age and the wonderful optics resulting from the sculpted exterior, the multiple layers of bullicante bubbles, and the generous layer of gold leaf, the wear is barely noticeable and minor.
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Italian Glass Massiccio Sculpture by Licio Zanetti
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Pre 1980 item# 949147 (stock# 061)
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$1800. SOLD
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This Dramatic mother and child sculpture is masterfully executed and has the full name signature of Licio Zanetti. It is understood in the market that Licio put his full name on only those pieces that he considered most important and these are considered the most valuable of his work. The hot worked Mother and Child sculpture demonstrate amazing skill with its clean lines and variety of surface treatments. The top half is transparent and blends into a corroso surface treatment. This is mounted on a cast base that has two different textures. The skillful execution with its variety of surface treatments is a testament to the prowess of the Muranese glass artists and is an asset to any collection of art glass, vintage or contemporary. Measuring 17"h x 11"w x 7"d, and weighs 24 pounds, this beauty is in excellent condition and retains two labels.
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Arcobaleno by Anzolo Fuga for Avem: rare & unique
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Pre 1960 item# 947591 (stock# 060)
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Richard Wright Auction : 12/8/2009 SOLD
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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 blowpipe construction and the resulting delicate balance of the two forms. As a glassblower, I can attest to the amazing skill required to assemble and balance the two forms while the glass is hot and moving. This modernist expression illustrates the extraordinary abilities that the Muranese glassblowers possess in achieving artistic expression using hot glass. The Arcobaleno is 19" tall and in very good condition. The high/low estimate at Wright is $10,000-$15,000.
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Vintage Murano glass Aquarium with labels
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Pre 1980 item# 947444 (stock# 059)
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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. Again, we see how the natural surrounding of the Lagoon inspires creativity. Measuring 9"w x 5"h x2.25"d, the aquarium is in excellent condition and retains two labels.
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