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Ercole Barovier for Artistica Barovier Handblown Aventurine Murano Glass Vase

Item Details

Ercole Barovier (Italian, 1889–1974)
A titan of Murano glassmaking, Ercole Barovier served as the artistic director of Barovier & Toso for over fifty years, designing an astounding 25,000 unique pieces. Despite having no formal training as a glassblower, his background in chemistry allowed him to revolutionize the medium through inventive techniques like colorazione a caldo senza fusione (heat coloring without fusion). Barovier’s work bridged the gap between ancient Venetian tradition and bold, 20th-century modernism, earning him international acclaim at major exhibitions from Venice to Paris. Today, his legacy lives on through his iconic textured designs, which remain some of the most sought-after examples of Italian decorative art.

Type Vase
Brand Vetreria Artistica Barovier & C.
Materials Glass
Designer Ercole Barovier
Period Early 20th Century, Vintage
Origin Italy

Condition

- scratches and marks (shelf wear) on the underside of the base; a couple of burst surface bubbles (in the making) on the side of the body; minor inclusions; minor marks, and some wear.

Dimensions

6.5" W x 8.0" H x 6.5" D
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Item #

ITMGS73880

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