Barovier & Toso Murano Cordonato d'Oro Glass Bowl - Labelled

Description

Here is a wonderful 1950/60's Venetian glass bowl/ashtray, made on the island of Murano, near Venice, Italy. This piece was made by Barovier & Toso, and designed by the renowned Italian designer Ercole Barovier, part of his 'Cordonato d'Oro' range. Very similar pieces can be seen in the book 'Italian Glass' by Leslie Pina, pages 31 - 32. Made in orangey red and clear cased glass, with lots of gold leaf inclusions encased in the glass. Still bears the remains of the original factory label on the base (very worn). This style of label was in use from 1936 - 1955. The label is shown and dated in the book Art of the Barovier Glassmakers in Murano 1866-1972 by Marino Barovier.

Please note: the plastic stand is for display purposes only and is not included.

Size

Measures approx 2 inches tall by 3.5 inches in diameter at widest point.

Condition

Excellent condition, no chips or cracks.