Lot 208

Set of Six Venetian Murano Hand-Blown Ice Blue Art Glass Wine Goblets with Aventurine Twist Stems, Barovier & Toso Style

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Set of Six Venetian Murano Hand-Blown Ice Blue Art Glass Wine Goblets with Aventurine Twist Stems, Barovier & Toso Style
Set of Six Venetian Murano Hand-Blown Ice Blue Art Glass Wine Goblets with Aventurine Twist Stems, Barovier & Toso Style
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Set of Six Venetian Murano Hand-Blown Ice Blue Art Glass Wine Goblets with Aventurine Twist Stems, Barovier & Toso Style

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by California Auction Company LLC
August 1, 2026 9:00 AM PDT
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1212 E. Harding Way
Stockton, CA, US 95205

An elegant set of six Venetian Murano hand-blown art glass wine goblets, each featuring a softly flared ice-blue optic bowl supported by a finely crafted clear stem with an applied aventurine-infused spiral knop above a broad textured foot. Executed using traditional Murano glassmaking techniques, the lightly textured conical bowls display subtle optic molding that catches and diffuses light with exceptional brilliance. The sculptural stems incorporate delicate twists of shimmering aventurine glass, creating a refined decorative accent that complements the cool blue coloration of the bowls. Wide circular feet with matching optic texture provide both visual balance and stability. These sophisticated goblets exemplify the artistry for which the Venetian island of Murano has been internationally celebrated for centuries. Their restrained yet highly decorative aesthetic closely recalls production by distinguished Murano workshops such as Barovier & Toso, Seguso Vetri d'Arte, and Salviati during the mid-to-late twentieth century, where innovative forms were combined with centuries-old glassmaking traditions. Ideal for serving wine, water, cocktails, or as elegant display pieces, the set offers remarkable versatility while retaining the unmistakable charm of authentic Venetian craftsmanship. Each glass exhibits the subtle variations expected of individually hand-blown examples, making every piece unique. A beautiful and highly decorative six-piece service well suited for both collectors of Murano glass and sophisticated table settings.

  • Literature: Comparable examples are illustrated in publications devoted to twentieth-century Venetian glass, including works documenting Barovier & Toso, Salviati, Seguso Vetri d'Arte, and other leading Murano glasshouses known for decorative stemware featuring optic molding and aventurine decoration.
  • Circa: Mid to Late 20th Century, circa 1960–1980.
  • Condition: Very good vintage condition. All six glasses appear free of chips, cracks, or repairs. One glass exhibits a few small dark inclusions and light interior manufacturing imperfections from the original blowing process, visible upon close inspection, but not affecting structural integrity. Minor surface wear and light scratching consistent with careful age and use. Typical variations in form, color, and applied decoration are inherent to handmade Murano glass.

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