Barovier & Toso Murano Cordonato d'Oro Gold Leaf Glass Bowl

Description

Here is a wonderful 1950/60's Venetian freeform glass bowl/ashtray, made on the island of Murano, near Venice, Italy. This piece was made by Barovier & Toso, and possibly designed by the renowned Italian designer Ercole Barovier. I believe this piece is from the 'Cordonato d'Oro' range. Very similar pieces can be seen in the book 'Italian Glass' by Leslie Pina, pages 31 - 32. Made in clear + pink glass with loads of gold leaf inclusions encased in the glass.

Size

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

Condition

Excellent condition, no chips or cracks, just some manufacturing air bubbles in the glass.