Mid 20th Century Murano Art Glass Ashtray With Swirled Foglia D’Oro & Original Label – Plum & Gold

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This striking mid-century Murano glass ashtray features rich plum-black glass embedded with swirled foglia d’oro (gold leaf), possibly with traces … Read more This striking mid-century Murano glass ashtray features rich plum-black glass embedded with swirled foglia d’oro (gold leaf), possibly with traces of silver leaf throughout. The interior appears encased in a faint amethyst sommerso layer, creating layered depth and vibrant sparkle under light. The surface detailing suggests intentional swirl patterning during the glassblowing process.

Its organic, slightly ruffled rim includes three distinct pinched impressions, likely functional rests, consistent with ashtray design. The base retains its original red and gold “Genuine Venetian Glass Handmade – Made in Murano Italy” foil label.

Key Features:
~Authentic Murano ashtray with original foil label
~Foglia d’oro (gold leaf) swirled throughout; possible silver leaf inclusion
~Plum-black sommerso body with subtle amethyst casing
~Pinched tri-lobed rim, classic ashtray form
~Polished base, no mold seams, confirming hand-blown construction
~Style and construction consistent with work by Fratelli Toso, Barovier & Toso, or Arte Vetraria Muranese
~Circa 1950s–1970s See less