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Bring a powerful sculptural presence to your tabletop styling with this monumental mid-century modern studio art glass paperweight. Weighing in …
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Bring a powerful sculptural presence to your tabletop styling with this monumental mid-century modern studio art glass paperweight. Weighing in at an impressive, almost five pounds, this striking magnum orb features an expertly executed, mesmerizing pattern of controlled interior air bubbles (bullicante) suspended in flawless, water-clear crystal.
The piece displays exceptional post-war artisanal craftsmanship, highlighted by its distinctive base treatment: a wide, satin-ground flat perimeter ring for perfect stability, centered by a deeply recessed, beautifully fire-polished concave pontil mark. This specific structural finish is highly characteristic of premium mid-20th-century Scandinavian and British art glass houses.
A spectacular, heavy statement piece that captures and refracts light beautifully. Perfect for grounding a stack of art books, anchoring a mid-century office desk, or acting as a centerpiece on a sunlit console table.
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- Dimensions
- 5ʺW × 5ʺD × 5ʺH
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Art Glass
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Transparent
- Condition Notes
- There are two marks along the edge of the base which look like flaws while the bottom was being ground … moreThere are two marks along the edge of the base which look like flaws while the bottom was being ground down. It does not look like chips. In any case, it’s not something that can be seen while the orb is on display. less
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