Tessere Ambra Vase by Barovier & Toso
Italy
1957/ c. 1974
Hand-blown glass vase of deep amethyst and amber colors formed to resemble woven material. Slender oval shape. Etched signature to underside that was typically used throughout the 1970's. Documentation: Art of the Barovier Glassmakers in Murano, 1866-1972. Edited by Marina Barovier. For examples of other "Tessere Ambra" pieces, pg. 176.
h. 10" w. 4.25" d. 2.5"
Excellent original condition
$5,800.
Ref: 10 BA 02
Large Handblown Vase by Barovier, Toso, & Ferro
Italy
c. 1940
Pale blue glass vase with textured spiral pattern. Iridescent finish to the glass. Great scale and beautiful model. This vase was most likely retailed through Pauly & Co. as presumed by the Pauly label affixed towards the bottom. Published: This form is shown as part of a small grouping in a story about the Venice Biennale that year. Domus Magazine, Oct. 1938., Pg. 46.
h. 15" diam. 10"
Excellent condition.
$5,800.
Ref: 10 PCO 01
