Murano vase.

Murano vase. Elegant hand-blown glass vase from Murano executed in pink glass with a twisted optical pattern and decorative rim. The slender form and refined craftsmanship are characteristic of Murano art glass production from the mid-twentieth century. Origin: Italy. Material: Hand-blown glass. Dimensions: H. 16 cm, D. 8 cm. Period: 1960s. Condition: Very good condition with minor signs of wear consistent with age and use. Biography: Murano is a group of islands in the Venetian Lagoon and has been a center of Italian glassmaking since the late 13th century. Murano glassmakers are world-renowned for their mastery of advanced techniques such as hand-blowing, filigree work, and artistic glass production. Glass made on Murano has had a profound influence on international glass art and remains highly sought after by collectors around the world.