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Barbini Murano Sommerso Aqua Italian Art Glass Conch Shell bowl Sculpture RARE FIND

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Rare opportunity to own a Alfredo Barbini shell bowl.

Spectacular Murano hand-blown Sommerso aqua green submerged in blue art glass seashell centrepiece sculptural bowl. Shell shaped bowl with wide rim and a Formed in the shape of a seashell it is light green rising to a darker shade around the edges all encased in clear glass. scrolled twist which still has evidence of the glass masters delicate work, leaving a bubble in the glass and the small mark where he removed the ponti

Made by Alfredo Barbini, circa 1950-1960s. Shells bowls of this colour and size are getting much harder to find especially in this condition this bowl has been very well looked after,

DIMENSIONS:
HEIGHT: 8cm
SIZE: 19cm x 17cm
WEIGHT: 896gm

CONDITION This bowl is in absolutely perfect condition, the scrolled twist still has evidence of the glass masters delicate work, leaving a bubble in the glass and the small mark where he removed the ponti, the base has very light movement wear. This stunning vintage piece would make an outstanding addition to any art glass collection. Perfect for adding to your own collection or for giving as a gift, Look at the Pictures, see for yourself and buy with confidence. Please contact me should you have any questions or concerns before, during or after you purchase.

Colour: Green
Original/Reproduction: Vintage Original
Object Type: Bowl
Features: Shell bowl
Glassmaking Technique: Sommerso
Type of Glass: hand worked
Subject/Theme: Flower
Brand: Barbini
City of Origin: Murano
Country/Region of Origin: Italy