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Triptych of "Scavo" Glass Swans by Cenedese Vetri D'arte, 1970s

Name: Triptych of "Scavo" Glass Swans by Cenedese Vetri D'arte, 1970s
Brand: Cenedese
Rating: 5 (31 reviews)

$3,573.93per set

£2,619.99per set

€3,660per setVAT Included

CA$4,922.91per set

A$4,986.65per set

CHF 2,863.23per set

MX$60,461.63per set

NOK 33,224.11per set

SEK 33,818.33per set

DKK 22,876.73per set

About the Item

The Artistry of Scavo This exceptional trio of stylized swans is a masterclass in textural contrast and organic form, produced by the renowned Vetreria Artistica Cenedese. These sculptures utilize the sophisticated scavo technique—a process where the glass surface is treated with specialized mineral salts during the firing process to mimic the weathered, iridescent patina of ancient Roman glass unearthed from the earth. While many Murano firms experimented with this style, Cenedese’s execution is distinguished by its refined silhouettes and the poetic interplay between the "calcified" exterior and the luminous glass within. The Aesthetic Narrative The sculptures transition from a frosted, opaque base to a heart of ethereal blush pink, creating an internal glow that shifts with the light. The necks are elongated and serpentine, terminating in heads finished with charcoal and smoky amethyst gradients. These darker accents provide a sharp, modernist counterpoint to the romantic softness of the bodies. With their rhythmic, varying heights and graceful postures, this set exemplifies the 1970s transition toward a more sculptural and "archaeological" aesthetic in Italian glass. They are not merely decorative objects, but a cohesive installation that captures the quiet majesty of their subject

Creator:
Cenedese (Artist)
Dimensions:
Height: 13.59 in (34.5 cm)Width: 6.11 in (15.5 cm)Depth: 6.3 in (16 cm)
Sold As:
Set of 3
Style:
Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Art Glass,Blown Glass,Glass,Murano Glass,Hand-Crafted
Place of Origin:
Italy
Period:
1970-1979
Date of Manufacture:
1970s
Condition:
Seller Location:
Villaverla, IT
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU1051648386602

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