Bowl, Murano, golden crystal, by F. Poli, Italy, 1950s
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This Murano crystal centerpiece bowl, crafted at the Mandruzatto glassworks circa 1950, exemplifies the artistry of postwar Italian glassmaking. Made using Flavio Poli’s 'sommerso' (layered glass) technique, the piece displays a seamless gradient from warm amber at the base to deep brown at the rim, with each hue saturated and luminous. The oval form is distinguished by two symmetrically curled handles at each end—a hallmark of mid-century Italian design. The glass is thick and substantial, with a flawlessly polished surface and a carefully ground base, attesting to the bowl’s artisanal quality. There are no signs of wear or restoration; the condition is excellent and original. This vessel echoes the spirit of its era, a time when Italy, buoyed by postwar optimism, married tradition with innovation. The spiraled handles evoke the rippling lines of the Venetian lagoon, while the layered glass captures and refracts light, as if the bowl itself were holding onto a shaft of afternoon sunlight. Every feature—from the saturated coloration to the dynamic silhouette—tells the story of an age when Murano glass became synonymous with both elegance and contemporary artistry. The bowl can serve as a striking focal point in a living room arrangement—placed on an oak dining table, a brass-accented console, or a lacquered sideboard. It pairs well with other 1950s objects or contemporary mid-century modern pieces—such as geometric ceramics, minimalist candlesticks, or a sculptural glass decanter. In a collector’s interior, it harmonizes beautifully with other Murano works or singular, contrasting items in warm tones, underscoring the artistic pedigree and refined materiality of the piece.
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Height14 cm
Depth32 cm
Width25 cm
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Width25 cm
Height14 cm
Depth32 cm
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