1990s Fulvio Bianconi Limited Edition Pair of Venini Murano "Opalini" Vases in White and Dove Gray Glass. Original Label and Box

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Stunning pair of Fulvio Bianconi Limited Edition Pair of Venini handblown Vases in White and Dove Gray from the exquisite … Read more Stunning pair of Fulvio Bianconi Limited Edition Pair of Venini handblown Vases in White and Dove Gray from the exquisite 'Opalini' collection.
The pair consist of two vases in medium-sized and large-sized vase showcasing a slim and gracefully oval-shaped body, enhanced by a stunning funnel-shaped neck. With its captivating limited edition color palette of light gray and milk-white interior, complemented by a darker gray base, these vases are a true work of art.
As a testament to its exclusivity, this limited edition vase comes with its original box, preserving its authenticity and ensuring its value. The Medium size vase measures 14.17" height and 6.69" width while the extra large vase is 16.53" height and 7.87" width.

Crafted with utmost precision, this Venini glass vases are hand blown in the renowned Murano, Italy, by the skilled masters of the Venini atelier. It incorporates the Opalines technique, known for its unique beauty and elegance. The vases feature a lattimo interior, an opaque white glass reminiscent of the porcelain of the 15th-century Murano island. The lattimo technique involves layering the milky glass with thin transparent and colored glasses, resulting in a stunning array of rich colors.
Venini Historic Murano Venice Glass Company was established originally in 1921 by two partners Giacomo Cappellin who was an antique Venetian dealer and lawyer Paolo Venini. The collection began with simple blown glass classic and baroque designs to then evolved to more elaborated pieces thanks to the partnership with designers such as Carlo Scarpa Ettore Sottsass and Gio Ponti, forward-thinkers architects and designers who contributed to elevating the company to a leading role uphold even today, a century from its foundation. The owner himself Paolo Venini designed many different products. Venini History is a story of excellence and innovation but also a ‘family’ story, growing around the famous ‘furnace’ kiln, where craftsmanship blended with dreams to forge timeless and successful designs which are still produced today from the same little island of Murano See less