This Murano paperweight is a testament to the artistry of hand-blown glass, characteristic of the modernist traditions of the Venetian island during the 1960s. The object features a teardrop or flame-like form with a smooth, rounded silhouette. Its transparent, colorless glass mass envelops a dynamic, swirling core in vibrant shades of pink, ranging from deep magenta to delicate rose. Inside, organic brush-like striations and tiny air bubbles lend the composition depth and a sense of movement. The highly polished, glossy surface enhances the glass's clarity and light-reflecting qualities. With no fittings or additional ornamentation, attention is focused on the materiality and vivid color expression of the glass itself. Dimensions: 13 x 9 cm, base diameter 4.5 cm. The paperweight weighs approximately 1 kg. Condition: good – a minor chip on the top is visible, with no signs of heavy use, restoration, or patina. This piece channels the spirit of 1960s Italy: modernist purity intertwined with the joyful experimentation of color and light. The paperweight seems to narrate an era when glass was more than utility—it was a canvas for artistic expression. Each swirl, bubble, and glimmer records a fleeting moment captured in molten glass. The sensuous pink core, encased in crystal clarity, evokes the atmosphere of Venetian workshops where tradition and innovation met in every gesture. Such a paperweight may serve as a functional accent on a desk or console in the living room and fits seamlessly within minimalist or curated collector interiors. It could be paired with other mid-century modern objects: a ceramic tray, a simple table lamp, or art books and framed graphic works. The piece brings a sense of lightness and a subtle chromatic counterpoint to spaces dominated by natural materials and a restrained palette.
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Height9 cm
Width13 cm
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Width13 cm
Height9 cm
Weight1 kg
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