Large Mid-Century Murano Glass Cestino Basket, Italy, 1960s

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Cestino is a large beautiful mid-century Murano basket realised in the heart of Murano in the early 60s.
This delicious … Read more Cestino is a large beautiful mid-century Murano basket realised in the heart of Murano in the early 60s.
This delicious piece was conceived according to the refined"filigrana"technique.
This mouth-blown method is one of the most elegant decorative style developed by Murano glass masters known in English as"filigree glass".
The glass was carried out using transparent glass rods containing straight white and blue glass threads inside, creating the effect of a delicate lace inside the glass wall.
You can feel the superb craftsmanship even by touching this precious glass!
It comes in perfect bright conditions never mind its age.
It can be use as a catchall to store your precious jewellery or to show off your fresh fruits on the table.
A sophisticated example of mid-century Italian craftsmanship for your special home! See less