Antique Italian Millefiori Vase in Green Attributed to Vetreria Fratelli Toso

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This exquisite antique Italian Millefiori bowl/vase is a stunning representation of late 19th-century Venetian glasswork, attributed to Vetreria Fratelli Toso … more This exquisite antique Italian Millefiori bowl/vase is a stunning representation of late 19th-century Venetian glasswork, attributed to Vetreria Fratelli Toso of Murano, Venice. Crafted around 1890-1900, this piece embodies the organic forms and aesthetic nuances of the Art Nouveau and Arts & Crafts movements. The bowl features a squat, slightly off-center form that accentuates its freeform design, typical of the era's embrace of nature.

Measuring 5 inches in diameter and 3 inches in height, the piece is in excellent condition. The Millefiori technique used here involves creating glass canes with multicolored patterns that resemble tiny flowers — hence the name 'Millefiori', Italian for 'a thousand flowers'. This technique, which dates back to ancient times and was revived in the 19th century, showcases the intricate and colorful patterns that are distinctive of this celebrated Venetian glass-making method. This piece not only serves as a decorative object but also as a testament to the rich history and craftsmanship of Italian glass art. less