Murano Glass Vase With Aventurine by Fratelli Toso 1950s

Description

Murano glass drop vase with polychrome spot decoration and twisted aventurine canes, made by Fratelli Toso in the 1950s. The … more Murano glass drop vase with polychrome spot decoration and twisted aventurine canes, made by Fratelli Toso in the 1950s. The vase is Murano production, Fratelli Toso did not always sign the items and labels are not present (they did not use them).

Ø cm 19 h cm 27

Fratelli Toso is a name that immediately evokes the excellence of Murano artistic glass. This historic glass factory, based on the Venetian island famous throughout the world for the production of the highest quality glass, has left an indelible mark on the panorama of international glass art.

Born from the passion and expertise of a family of master glassmakers, Fratelli Toso has been able to combine the centuries-old tradition of Murano glass manufacturing with an innovative and creative approach. Thanks to the collaboration with internationally renowned artists, the glassworks has produced unique and refined works, characterized by an elegant design and an impeccable execution technique.

Murrine, small rods of colored glass with geometric or figurative motifs, are one of the distinctive elements of Fratelli Toso glass. Used to create intricate decorations, murrine give the works a timeless elegance.
The glassworks has collaborated with artists from different disciplines, including painters, sculptors and designers, giving life to original and experimental creations.
While constantly innovating, Fratelli Toso has always maintained a deep respect for traditional glass processing techniques, handed down from generation to generation. less