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

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This elegant 14-inch Italian art glass vase is an exceptional addition to any setting, serving as a seamless anchor for … Read more This elegant 14-inch Italian art glass vase is an exceptional addition to any setting, serving as a seamless anchor for any living room. Its sleek, compact, modern, minimalist design, weighing 7 pounds 7 ounces, is designed to complement a range of rooms, strategically placed near a fireplace, mantel, dining console, or an executive office credenza, creating a smooth, sophisticated, earthy richness. Its overhead view, directly down the neck, confirms its visual signatures pointing to a vintage Murano production: distinctive in color and pattern, deep chocolate-browns and espresso, pulled, delicate, feathered swirls, and the classic technique of cased "incamiciato" inner swirls. From its historic provenance tracing back to the island of Murano in Venice, Italy, the technique was 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 is reminiscent of the 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 on this scale and caliber of a master is a singular rarity, a centerpiece, and meant for discerning collectors. The condition of the magnificent piece shows only a few signs of wear, use, and age, with possible fleabites at the inner opening, consistent with gentle handling over the decades. Its specifications are substantial: the vase stands 14 inches tall, tapering to an 8-inch diameter at its widest point, and weighs a firm 7 pounds 7 ounces. See less