Murano Zanfirico Glass Identification Guide + Gallery
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Zanfirico is a technique invented by glass makers on the Venetian island of Murano, Italy. Zanfirico glass consists of fine filigree canes which have been stretched and twisted to form beautiful lattice patterns. The name Zanfirico derives from the surname of a 19th century Italian art dealer, Antonio Sanquirico, however the Zanfirico technique has been used as far back as the 16th century, when it was originally known as 'Filigrana a Retortoli'. Many Murano glass manufacturers use Zanfirico canes in their glassware production, including Venini, Aureliano Toso, Fratelli Toso, and AVeM.
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A white and blue Murano zanfirico glass fazzoletto (handkerchief) vase with copper aventurine. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and blue Murano zanfirico glass fazzoletto (handkerchief) vase. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and blue Murano zanfirico glass fazzoletto (handkerchief) vase. Manufacturer unknown.
A white zanfirico glass fazzoletto (handkerchief) vase. Manufacturer unknown.
A white, green, blue, pink and yellow Murano zanfirico glass fazzoletto (handkerchief) vase with copper aventurine. Manufacturer unknown.
A white, green, blue and pink Murano zanfirico glass fazzoletto (handkerchief) vase. Manufacturer unknown.
A white, turquoise, blue and pink Murano zanfirico glass fazzoletto (handkerchief) vase with copper aventurine. Manufacturer unknown.
A white, green, blue, pink and yellow Murano zanfirico glass vase or bowl with copper aventurine. Manufacturer unknown.
A white Murano zanfirico glass vase with applied clear handles.
A green, pink, blue, red, yellow and white Murano zanfirico glass vase with applied clear handles and copper aventurine.
A green, pink, yellow and white Murano zanfirico glass vase with applied clear handles and copper aventurine. By L Nason, labelled.
A white and pink Murano zanfirico glass vase with applied clear handles filled with gold leaf. By L Nason, labelled.
A white and pink Murano zanfirico glass vase with applied clear handles. Manufacturer unknown.
A blue and yellow Murano zanfirico glass vase with copper aventurine. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and red Murano zanfirico glass vase with applied clear prunts filled with gold leaf inclusions. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and red Murano zanfirico glass vase with applied clear rim filled with gold leaf inclusions. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and red Murano zanfirico glass vase or tumbler. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and purple Murano zanfirico glass vase with applied clear handles. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and blue Murano zanfirico glass jug with applied clear handle and copper aventurine. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and blue Murano zanfirico glass vase with applied clear handles and copper aventurine. Manufacturer unknown.
A white, green and blue Murano zanfirico glass vase with applied clear handles filled with gold leaf inclusions. Manufacturer unknown.
A white Murano zanfirico glass vase with applied clear handles and copper aventurine. Manufacturer unknown.
A white, green, yellow and blue Murano zanfirico glass vase with applied clear handles and copper aventurine. Manufacturer unknown.
A white, green, black and blue Murano zanfirico glass vase. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and blue Murano zanfirico glass plate / dish with copper aventurine. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and blue Murano zanfirico glass plate / dish. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and pink Murano zanfirico glass leaf shaped bowl / dish with copper aventurine. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and pink Murano zanfirico glass leaf shaped bowl / dish with copper aventurine. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and pink Murano zanfirico glass leaf shaped bowl / dish. Manufacturer unknown.
A white, orange and pink Murano zanfirico glass leaf shaped bowl / dish with copper aventurine. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and red Murano zanfirico glass leaf shaped bowl / dish. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and amber Murano zanfirico glass leaf shaped ashtray bowl. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and clear Murano zanfirico glass bowl / dish. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and red Murano zanfirico glass bowl. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and pink Murano zanfirico glass circular bowl / dish. Label reads "A.Z. Italy, Venice, Murano".
A white and brown Murano zanfirico glass circular bowl. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and clear Murano zanfirico glass circular bowl / dish with copper aventurine. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and blue Murano zanfirico glass oval bowl with folded side. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and pink Murano zanfirico glass square bowl / dish with copper aventurine. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and pink Murano zanfirico glass square bowl / dish with copper aventurine, and clear base filled with gold leaf. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and red Murano zanfirico glass square bowl / dish. Manufacturer unknown.
A white, pink and blue Murano zanfirico glass triangular bowl / dish with copper aventurine. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and blue Murano zanfirico glass triangular bowl / dish. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and blue Murano zanfirico glass triangular bowl / dish. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and blue Murano zanfirico glass triangular bowl / dish. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and red Murano zanfirico glass triangular bowl / dish. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and red Murano zanfirico glass circular bowl / dish with gold leaf in the base. Has a Hans Geismar import label, which reads "Lido, HG, Venetian Art Glass".
A white and green Murano zanfirico glass bowl / dish with gold leaf in the base and rim. Manufacturer unknown.
A white and red Murano zanfirico glass male courtier / dancer figurine with gold leaf inclusions. Manufacturer unknown.
Reference Books
ITALIAN GLASS: Century 20
Murano Glass Themes and Variations (1910-1970)
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