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Mid-19th century Murano "chalcedony glass" paperweight. By Lorenzo Radi Sr. or one of his followers. Handblown. Chalcedony originated among the … Read more Mid-19th century Murano "chalcedony glass" paperweight. By Lorenzo Radi Sr. or one of his followers. Handblown. Chalcedony originated among the Romans & Egyptians, was rediscovered in the 15th century in Murano, lost again until Radi with Salviati rediscovered the process in the mid-19th century. Reproducing chalcedony agates, the glass is all opaque & uses many minerals and metals for color. Tiny original indentation bubble. 3.38" dia. x 3.13" h. See less
- Dimensions
- 3.38ʺW × 3.38ʺD × 3.13ʺH
- Styles
- Italian
- Brand
- Murano
- Period
- Mid 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Murano Glass
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Green
- Condition Notes
- Condition commensurate with age. Tiny original indentation bubble. Condition commensurate with age. Tiny original indentation bubble. less
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