Milchglasvase aus der "murrine fascie"-Serie

White vase from the "murrine fascie" series, 1956

ExecutionVenini & C., founded 1921

DesignPaolo Venini und, Venezia 1895–1959 Venezia

DesignRiccardo Licata, Torino 1929–2014 Venezia

Clear glass, opaque white and clear overlay, fused in "incalmo" technique with a section with bits of mosaic glass (murrine), cut base

(H x Ø)41,3 x 8,1 cm

Place of originMurano

Status

not on display

About the workLess is more—this often applies to glass decoration. This work is probably inspired by Asian ideas of beauty. The fusing together of colourfully patterned glass panes to form a mosaic has been one of Murano’s typical glass techniques since the middle of the 19th century. Another Venetian speciality is the precise joining of several pieces to form a vessel. As a contemporary gift from the Venini glassworks to the museum, this piece is a particularly valuable document.

AccessionGift of Venini & C., 1957

Inventory numberP 1957-11

Contact

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