MCM Murano Glass Bullicante Green/Teal Sommerso Ashtray HEAVY

Description

View MCM Murano Glass Bullicante Green/Teal Sommerso Ashtray HEAVY with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. This mid-century modern art glass piece was likely produced in Murano Italy between the 1950s and 1970s. This mid-century modern art glass piece was likely produced in Murano Italy between the 1950s and 1970s. The vintage Murano glass ashtray featuring a rich green or teal color and the "bullicante" technique, which involves controlled air bubbles suspended within the glass. It has a free-form, biomorphic shape with pinched or folded rims. Measures approximately 5" in diameter and 2" tall Technique: The distinctive bubble pattern is a result of a specific glass-making design technique called bullicante.  Origin: These items were produced by various iconic Murano studios, such as Seguso Vetri d'Arte and Barovier & Toso. It can be used as a decorative bowl, an ashtray, or a catch-all dish.  Condition: Used. Category: Pottery & Glass › Decorative Pottery & Glassware › Ashtrays. Brand: Murano.

Origin

Venice

Shape

Round

Color

Green

Material

Glass

Year Manufactured

1950

Suitable For

Cigarette

Brand

Murano

Type

Ashtray

Original/Licensed Reproduction

Original

Style

Mid-Century Modern

Theme

Bullicante

Features

Gold Foil, Decorative

Production Style

Art Glass

Time Period Manufactured

1960-1969

Production Technique

Hand Blown Glass

Finish

Glossy

Country of Origin

Italy

Handmade

Yes

Product Line

Bubble