1960s Carlo Moretti-Style Murano 14" Tall Amber & Espresso Swirl Cased Glass Vase

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An elegant 14-inch Italian art glass vase is an exceptional addition to any setting, serving as a seamless anchor for … Read more An elegant 14-inch Italian art glass vase is an exceptional addition to any setting, serving as a seamless anchor for a living room or foyer. Its sleek, compact, modern, minimalist design, weighing 7 pounds 7 ounces, and its overhead view, looking straight down the neck, confirm its visual signatures of vintage Murano production: distinctive color and pattern, deep chocolate-browns and espresso, pulled, delicate, feathered swirls, and the classic technique of cased "incamiciato" inner swirls. Tracing its history to the island of Murano in Venice, Italy, the technique developed during the 1960s to 1970s, the Jet Set era and the Space Age. Murano features an ever-evolving, popular, ruffled-rim, and swirled vase design. This ideal artwork recalls master glassmaker Carlo Moretti, whose iconic creations, celebrated worldwide, are renowned for innovative hand-blown techniques. Showcased in prestigious permanent collections, exhibits include the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York and the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. Finding a vintage, authentic, mid-century piece of this scale and caliber is a singular rarity, a centerpiece meant for discerning collectors. The magnificent piece shows only minor signs of wear, use, and age, including possible flea bites at the inner opening, consistent with gentle handling over the decades, and will complement a range of rooms, whether placed near a fireplace, mantel, dining console, or executive office credenza, creating a smooth, sophisticated, earthy richness. Its specifications are substantial: the vase stands 14 inches tall, tapers to an 8-inch diameter at its widest point, and weighs 7 pounds 7 ounces. See less