Murano, Italy. Large lidded vase made of blue and smoky art glass.

Murano, Italy. Large lidded vase made of blue and smoky art glass. Mouth-blown glass. Circa 1930. In excellent condition with minor signs of use. Dimensions: H 41.5 cm x D 11.0 cm. Murano is a group of islands in the Venetian Lagoon in Italy, famous for its glassmaking since the 13th century. Murano glassmakers developed unique techniques such as millefiori, sommerso, and crystal glass, and the island remains a center for handcrafted art glass of the highest quality.