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Large Murano Art Glass Vase 1980s • Hand Blown • Violet Black White Postmodern Italian
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Berlin, GermanyOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 20 sales
Product description
Large Murano Glass Vase, Hand-Blown, Italy, 1980s
Postmodern Italian Art Glass with Organic Veining in Violet, Black and White
A sculptural and utterly distinctive Murano glass vase from the 1980s, hand-blown in the Venetian tradition yet unmistakably contemporary in aesthetic. This tall, elegant piece—measuring 32 × 20 × 10 cm—displays a dramatic interplay of flowing violets, smoky blacks, and milky whites, evocative of cracked ice, orchid petals, or butterfly wings seen in macro. The pattern is complex and almost cellular, hinting at both natural fractals and the surreal biomorphism of postmodern design.
Design and Provenance
This vase belongs to a generation of Murano glass that marked a shift from purely decorative mid-century exuberance to a more sculptural, conceptual language. By the 1980s, Murano glassmakers were increasingly engaging with international design dialogues—particularly Postmodernism and Studio Glass movements—while still grounded in the virtuosity of centuries-old techniques. The result is glass that is both object and idea: expressive, technically ambitious, and aesthetically bold.
Works like this reflect the atmosphere of reinvention surrounding Murano in the late 20th century, where studios like Venini, Barovier & Toso, and smaller ateliers experimented with form, surface, and color.
Specifications
* Origin: Murano, Italy
* Date: Circa 1980s
* Material: Hand-blown art glass
* Dimensions: Height: 32 cm, Width: 20 cm, Depth: 10 cm
* Condition: Excellent vintage condition. No cracks or chips. Light signs of wear to base consistent with age.
Collector’s Notes
A compelling acquisition for collectors of Italian art glass, this piece functions as both a decorative sculpture and a functional vessel. It harmonizes beautifully with minimalist interiors, Memphis-inspired settings, or eclectic postmodern collections.
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ConditionVery goodColorsWhite, Multi Color, Black, PinkMaterialGlassNumber of items1Height32 cmWidth20 cmDepth10 cm
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Berlin, GermanyOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 20 sales