This large, layered glass bonbonniere from the Empoli region of Italy, dating to the 1970s, is distinguished by its bulbous, rounded silhouette and proportions emblematic of mid-century Italian modernism. The body is crafted from olive green glass with a refined gradient that deepens to near-black at the edges of the domed lid and at the base of the bowl. The lid features a teardrop-shaped finial, also highlighted with a dark tonal transition. The vessel stands on a clear, transparent stem and foot, providing a striking contrast to the robust, vertically ribbed bowl. The glass has a semi-gloss, satin finish and a tactile, undulating vertical texture, while the construction is seamless with no visible joints. The bonbonniere is in very good condition, with minor signs of age and use typical for its era, but no chips or cracks.
This piece encapsulates the spirit of 1970s Italian dolce vita: the olive-toned glass conjures images of Mediterranean gardens, while the gentle, rippled ribbing seems to capture sunlight like the afternoon rays on a Tuscan terrace. Its form speaks of an era when design was both ornamental and a tribute to
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Height27 cm
Width16 cm
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Width16 cm
Height27 cm
Weight1 kg
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