A spectacular large Murano art glass centrepiece bowl by Fornace Ferro, featuring a sophisticated combination of opalescent ivory glass, turquoise-blue veining and luminous iridescence.
Measuring an impressive 18 inches in diameter, this substantial hand-blown bowl has considerable presence and would make an exceptional focal point on a dining table, console, sideboard or display cabinet.
The bowl is formed from a beautiful pearly ivory ground, through which sweeping turquoise and blue trails spiral across the surface. The coloured veining has an attractive iridescent quality, shifting subtly according to the light and creating a wonderful sense of movement.
The combination of the soft ivory background and vivid blue-turquoise decoration gives the piece a distinctly Venetian character, balancing contemporary elegance with the unmistakable visual language of traditional Murano glassmaking.
The broad, shallow form allows the intricate patterning to be appreciated from above, making it particularly effective as a centrepiece or decorative platter. It could equally be used as an elegant fruit bowl or serving dish, although its scale and artistic decoration make it equally deserving of display purely as a work of art.
Importantly, the bowl retains its original adhesive MURANO label, providing valuable provenance for its Murano manufacture.
Fornace Ferro, Murano
This piece is attributed to Fornace Ferro, a Murano glassworks known for its colourful and highly decorative hand-blown glass.
The company's production encompasses a wide variety of bowls, platters and sculptural vessels incorporating richly coloured glass, swirling patterns and traditional Venetian techniques.
The present example demonstrates the beauty of this approach particularly well, with its combination of opalescent ivory glass, blue and turquoise trails and iridescent surface effects.
A Striking Venetian Centrepiece
At 18 inches in diameter, this is a genuinely substantial piece of Murano glass.
The generous proportions make it ideal for a large dining table, entrance console or luxury interior, where the broad surface allows the changing colours and iridescence to become a major visual feature.
Its versatility means it can be displayed empty as a sculptural decorative object, filled with fruit or decorative objects, or used as an elegant serving platter for entertaining.
The combination of scale, colour, iridescence and documented Murano origin makes this an especially appealing example for collectors of Italian art glass.
Alternative colourways from the same collection are also available in separate listings.
Measurements
Diameter: approximately 45.7 cm (18 in.)
Height: approximately 8.9 cm (3½ in.)
Condition
Excellent vintage condition.
No chips, cracks or other significant damage noted.
The bowl retains its original MURANO adhesive label.
Please examine all photographs carefully, which form an integral part of the condition description.
Venetian Craftsmanship
Murano has been synonymous with artistic glassmaking for centuries, with Venetian master glassmakers developing highly specialised techniques for manipulating colour, transparency, opacity and surface effects.
This large centrepiece beautifully demonstrates the appeal of modern Murano glass, combining traditional hand-blown craftsmanship with a sophisticated colour palette and highly decorative swirling design.
A magnificent and versatile example of Italian Murano art glass, equally at home in a contemporary interior or a serious collection of Venetian decorative arts.
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