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Opaline di Firenze Vase
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Opaline di Firenze, Vetreria Barbieri (V.B.) made in the Empoli region (Italy) around 1968-1974. This showpiece is executed in the iconic Mid-Century Modern and Space Age style and is in beautiful condition.
The vase is crafted using the traditional Incamiciato technique: a layered design with an opaque, milky white opaline interior and a red exterior, interrupted by hand-blown, black vertical stripes. Due to the craftsmanship, the pigment uniquely stretches here and there, creating a lively and organic pattern.
This is the rare, large oval version (flattened ovoid), which required great skill to blow into this shape. Its authenticity is immediately recognizable by its weight and the original, rough pontil mark on the bottom.
Features:
Manufacturer: Vetreria Barbieri (V.B.) Opaline FlorenceOrigin: Italy (Empoli / Florence)
Period: approx. 1970 (Mid-Century Modern)
Technique: Hand-blown layered glass (Incamiciato)Dimensions: Height 28 cm | Width 26 cm | Depth 14 cm Weight: approx. 3.0 kg
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. No chips or cracks on the visible side. The underside shows the authentic, rough pontil mark from the glassblower. Minor, age-related superficial hairline scratches/signs of use that are inherent to authentic glassware over 50 years old. The inside is [clean / has slight lime scale].
An absolute eye-catcher for lovers of Italian art glass and vintage design! Will, of course, be shipped extremely carefully and double box-in-box packed.
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CategoryVasesConditionExcellentColorsRed, BlackMaterialGlassNumber of items1Height28 cmWidth26 cmDepth14 cmSeller locationMuiderberg, NetherlandsDelivery optionsDelivery
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Private sellerMuiderberg, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since November 2024 • 2 sales