Bormioli Rocco Moresca Swing Bottle
Decorative Glassware / Functional Object, clear pressed and blown glass • Bormioli Rocco (Manufacturer, Italy)
Style & Movement
Industrial Design / Modern Utilitarian
Medium & Technique
Machine-blown and molded glass with traditional wire bail and porcelain/rubber swing-top closure mechanism
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st century
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 11.5 inches in height and 3.5 inches in diameter, upright vertical format
Subject Description
A classic clear glass swing-top bottle featuring distinctive molded indentations or panels along the lower body, an elongated neck, and a wire-bail stopper mechanism with a white ceramic top and red rubber gasket.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good, showing minor signs of shelf wear and handling typical of secondhand utility glass
Estimated Market Value
5 USD to 15 USD
Auction Estimate
Not applicable / negligible auction value
Provenance History
Standard retail distribution via Bormioli Rocco home goods, acquired through secondary thrift or retail channels
Art Historical Significance
Represents the continuation of traditional European utilitarian bottle design adapted for modern commercial production and home use by a historic Italian glassmaker
Notable Features
Distinctive embossed optical panel pattern on the lower body and the classic Italian swing-top wire closure system
Condition Issues
Minor surface scuffs and dust accumulation; rubber gasket may show dryness due to age
Conservation Recommendations
Standard washing with mild detergent and warm water; no specialized conservation required
Collector Notes
Bormioli Rocco Moresca