Vintage Murano Glass Clam Shell Bowl vase Dual Base 2x Positions Pink Italy MCM
MAGNIFICENT VINTAGE MURANO BIOMORPHIC CLAM SHELL BOWL? Add a bold pulse of mid-century Italian elegance to your collection with this striking vintage Murano art glass console bowl. Masterfully hand-blown on the famous island of Murano, Venice, during the height of the mid-century modern movement, circa 1950s-1960s. Design & Features: Dual-Display Position: This exceptional piece features an ingenious design with two flat, ground, and polished angled facets.
It can be dynamically displayed in two completely distinct ways: sitting upright as an elegant centerpiece bowl, or tilted forward at a dramatic angle as a highly stylized sculptural shell. Artisan Elements: Flanked by two exquisite, hand-manipulated pinched wings or stylized handles pulled directly from the molten body, showcasing the incredible hot-shop craftsmanship of Venetian master glassmakers. Cased Glass Sommerso Effect: Features a beautiful, heavy cased glass composition. A rich, vibrant cranberry pink core is seamlessly suspended within a thick, brilliant clear crystal layer that creates a striking visual play of light and depth. Silhouette: Classic biomorphic bivalve silhouette with two polished flat bases. An eye-catching statement decor piece, perfect for premium cabinet displays or shelf styling alongside fine Seguso, Barovier, Mandruzzato, and Venetian studio art glass collections. Dimensions:Width (Widest Point across Rim): 13.5 cm / 5.3 inchesHeight (Upright Position): 11.5 cm / 4.5 inchesWeight: Solid, heavy-weight vintage art glass Condition:Excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, flea bites, or repairs. Very minor, age-appropriate light shelf wear scratching on the two polished flat bases, consistent with age and authenticity.