Tricolor Splash Murano-Style Fazzoletto Vase
Decorative art, Glassware • Attributed to Murano glassworks (Venice, Italy) or Chalet Artistic Glass (Canada) in the Italian style
Style & Movement
Mid-Century Modern / Murano Glass Movement
Medium & Technique
Hand-blown glass; Sommerso technique with layered green, yellow, and blue glass; finished with a fluted 'fazzoletto' (handkerchief) rim
Creation Period
Late 20th Century (circa 1960-1980)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 10-12 inches in height; vertical organic cylindrical format with flared rim
Subject Description
An organic, abstract vessel featuring vertical striations of emerald green and citron yellow, rising to a jagged, free-form rim with accents of cobalt blue. The work emphasizes the fluid nature of molten glass and the play of light through transparent layers.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; the glass appears bright with high clarity and no visible structural fractures
Estimated Market Value
$150.00 - $350.00 USD
Auction Estimate
$100.00 - $250.00 USD
Provenance History
Likely a private purchase from a specialty boutique or department store; absence of visible acid-etched signatures suggests it may have originally carried a foil label
Art Historical Significance
Represents the post-war boom in European and North American decorative art glass, where traditional Venetian techniques were adapted for modern interior design and commercial global export.
Notable Features
Distinctive pulled handkerchief rim; vibrant tri-color palette; notable thick glass walls characteristic of hand-blown 'heavy' glass styles popular in the 1970s
Condition Issues
Possible minor surface scratches on the base (shelf wear) typical of its age; no significant chips or flea bites visible in the provided image
Conservation Recommendations
Hand wash only with mild soap and lukewarm water; avoid extreme temperature fluctuations; display on a soft surface or with felt pads to prevent base scratching