About the Piece
Large Murano Gold Aventurine Art Glass Bowl, Attributed to Alfredo Barbini, Italy, circa 1950s
An exceptional large-scale Murano art glass bowl attributed to Alfredo Barbini, masterfully hand-blown in Venice during the mid-20th century. This sculptural piece presents an elegant open flower form with softly folded rims, embodying the fluid, organic aesthetic of Italian modernist glass.
Rendered in luminous white (lattimo) glass, the bowl is richly infused with shimmering gold aventurine and subtle bronze inclusions, creating a radiant, light-catching surface with remarkable depth and movement. The interior glows with warm golden tones, enhancing its luxurious visual presence.
Both decorative and functional, this striking piece serves beautifully as a centerpiece bowl, vide-poche, or statement object, bringing refined Venetian artistry to any interior.
Dimensions:
13" W × 14" D × 3.25" H
Materials: Hand-blown Murano glass with gold aventurine
Origin: Murano, Italy
Period: Circa 1950s
Condition:
Excellent vintage condition with light wear consistent with age; unsigned
A superb and highly collectible example of Barbini’s style—capturing the brilliance and sophistication of mid-century Murano glass.
Product details
- Attributed to: Alfredo Barbini (Artist)
- Dimensions: Height: 3.25 in (8.26 cm); Width: 13 in (33.02 cm); Depth: 14 in (35.56 cm)
- Style: Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques: Art Glass; Blown Glass; Hand-Crafted
- Place of Origin: Italy
- Period: Mid-20th Century
- Date of Manufacture: 1950
- Condition: Good; Wear consistent with age and use. Good. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Condition classification: Used
