This decorative Murano art glass bowl exemplifies Italian craftsmanship from the 1970s, made of heavy, layered glass colored in a deep amethyst purple with a thick, clear outer edge. The organically shaped, undulating rim draws attention with its sculptural line, while the glossy finish accentuates the thickness of the glass and the striking play of light. True to the bullicante technique, evenly spaced air bubbles are embedded within the glass, producing a hypnotic, decorative pattern. The bowl’s compact and substantial form makes it suitable as a jewelry or trinket dish, ashtray, or as a standalone decorative object. It is in very good condition – with no visible damage or restoration, only minimal signs of age consistent with careful vintage use.This bowl echoes the spirit of the 1970s—a time when Murano’s Italian glassmakers balanced tradition with bold color and expressive form. The amethyst hue encased in clear glass brings to mind twilight over the Venetian lagoon, while the suspended bubbles recall the shimmer of city lights reflected in water. The flowing rim suggests movement, as if the glass was frozen mid-motion—a piece that tells the story of Italian lightness and artisanal discipline.The bowl would work beautifully within a mid-century modern interior, placed on an oak console or glass tabletop, allowing the light to reveal the depth of color and the rhythm of the bubbles. It could be paired with other Murano glass objects or minimalist ceramics—the piece holds its own even in restrained, neutral spaces. Combining it with geometric lighting or textiles with pronounced texture would further underscore its artistic provenance.
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Height4.5 cm
Width12 cm
Length12 cm
Dimension details
Length12 cm
Height4.5 cm
Width12 cm
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