This Murano glass paperweight, produced by Venitam around 1950, exemplifies Italian mid-century glass artistry. The piece takes the form of an elongated dome with harmonious, rounded proportions and a stable flat base (height 10.5 cm, diameter 9.5 cm). It is crafted from clear, highly transparent glass with a smooth, glossy surface, adorned internally with an intense pink-red mosaic motif. This decoration, reminiscent of delicate flower petals or organic forms, creates a subtle color gradient as it lightens upward from the saturated base. Small, intentionally trapped air bubbles within the glass add depth and a sense of movement to the composition. The original manufacturer’s label is preserved on the underside. The condition is excellent—no scratches, chips, or signs of wear are present; the surface remains pristine. This paperweight encapsulates the spirit of Italian modernism from the 1950s, a time when Murano’s traditional techniques met a new sensibility for form and color. The transparent glass captures and refracts light, while the internal mosaic evokes organic motifs suspended within the clear mass, like a memory of a summer garden. Its rounded contours and vibrant hues reflect the postwar fascination with experimentation and the elevation of everyday objects to the status of small-scale art. The piece could be displayed on a desk in a study or on a shelf in a living area, where its decorative qualities would be appreciated. It pairs well with other 1950s and 1960s objects, especially Murano glassware, ceramics, or minimalist metal accessories. Setting it against a dark, matte surface or pale wood would accentuate the interplay of light and color. It works equally well as part of a collector’s arrangement or as a single accent in a modern
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Height10 cm
Width9 cm
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Height10 cm
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