Large Vintage Murano Yellow Cased Opaline Glass Vase with Black Rim, 1970s

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This breathtaking, large-scale Murano art glass vase immediately captivates the eye with its vibrant, sun-drenched yellow hue. A true testament … Read more This breathtaking, large-scale Murano art glass vase immediately captivates the eye with its vibrant, sun-drenched yellow hue. A true testament to the mastery of Italian mid-century glassmaking, this piece features a fascinating tactile quality: running your hand along its flared silhouette reveals a beautifully organic, ribbed texture, rich with subtle undulations and charming, tiny trapped air bubbles that narrate the story of its fiery creation.
Crafted using the sophisticated "incamiciato" (cased glass) technique, the vase boasts a striking double-layered thickness. The brilliant cromo-yellow exterior seamlessly blends with a pure, luminous milk-white (lattimo) interior. The undulating, asymmetric mouth is masterfully framed by a stark black glass trim, applied entirely by hand in the furnace, creating a powerful graphic contrast.
with its imposing presence and exquisite craftsmanship, this unsigned masterpiece serves as an extraordinary center-piece, blending effortlessly into both curated mid-century modern interiors and elegant classic spaces.
period: Circa 1970s
dimensions: height: 28 cm | Top Width: 18.7 cm | Base: 10 cm
Weight: Approx 1.5 kg
condition: Excellent vintage condition. Entirely intact with no chips or cracks. The base shows an authentic polished pontil scar and light, genuine surface shelf wear consistent with age. See less