Mid-20th Century Bowls and Baskets

Jewel-Tones Murano Glass Sommerso Dish/Bowl w/Gold Polveri, Seguso/Barbini suspected. This gorgeous piece measures about 7.5 x 7 x 1.75 inches. We feel it is likely a Seguso or Barbini piece. The colors and shape are stunning. IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOLLOWS; PLEASE READ THE BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY. ABOUT OUR LISTINGS: -Most vintage Murano glass is unsigned and unlabeled (see more about this topic below, under the "about vintage Murano glass" section). We identify items as best we can based on our research and experience, but without signature, identifying label, or other documentation, it is ultimately not possible to guarantee an item is from Murano or is by a specific Murano glass maestro. By purchasing from our shop, you are agreeing to accept this fact. If you are uncomfortable with this policy, we ask that you purchase only items that have their original label, artist signature, or other documentation. -Measurements are approximate and generally represent the approximate widest/longest/highest areas of each item. -Please be aware that the color on your monitor and/or in your environment may look somewhat different than in ours and that glass colors often look deeper on dark backgrounds than they do on light backgrounds. -Please keep in mind that vintage glass usually will show evidence of previous ownership, such as scuffing, scratching, and/or other wear such as dulling or mars on base, etc.. Buyers of vintage glass are presumed to understand and accept such hints of previous ownership. We cannot realistically guarantee perfection since vintage glass has typically been used at some point in the past. We do however inspect for and describe flaws found. ABOUT VINTAGE MURANO GLASS: -"Murano" is not a brand. It is the name of the Italian island where the most celebrated master glassblowers create(d) their works. -Vintage Murano glass items may be heavy or light, thick or thin, substantial or petite, etc. Thickness and thinness of glass will tend to vary on some items, especially sculptural items. -Sometimes, small inclusions may be found in or on Murano glass, such as ash or tiny bubbles from the blowing process or tiny raised or pitted areas. These are not considered "damage" but naturally occurring. Nevertheless we point them out if found. -While on occasion a vintage Murano glass item will bear the signature of its creator or have an original label affixed, this is relatively rare; most vintage Murano glass available to the general public is unsigned / unlabeled, especially in the more affordable price ranges. -The bases of Murano glass items are often polished, but not always; the glassblower may have decided not to grind a pontil mark down or highly polish a base if there seemed a risk that doing so could cause damage to the item. -A pontil mark on a Murano glass piece may be visible or not, and may be smooth, rough, raised, indented, or some combination of these. Some finer, more delicate Murano glass items may have a rough pontil mark that may also be either raised or indented, with the rest of the base not. --However, an unpolished base that is also entirely, extremely foggy and rough (as if the entire bottom were grinded with very course sandpaper or metal) is generally considered indicative of a non-Murano work. ABOUT THE TERMS WE USE: "Suspected" means just that -- we suspect the item is by the named artist / from the named region due to its similarities to other items from that artist / region, and sometimes also by the lack of the item's characteristics appearing in other artists' works, but we are not certain. "Assumed" or "likely" means we feel pretty confident it is by the named artist / from the named region but have not found sufficient documentation to confirm it, so while we believe it to be as stated, we are not absolutely certain. "In the style of" means that based on characteristics, we believe it could be by the named artist / from the named region but we could not find sufficient enough evidence to feel comfortable declaring that definitively. In such cases the item could also be by another glassblower (from Murano or otherwise) who was inspired by the named artist. It takes time and study to train the eye to recognize what is and is not Murano-made. While no one is perfect, we feel we're fairly good at it and will state, using terminology explained above for clarification, if we do not feel reasonably certain. However much knowledge may be accrued, no one dealer is likely to know absolutely everything. Since we do not offer returns, please message us with concerns or questions if you have any before purchasing an item. We'll be pleased to respond. #MuranoGlass #Bowls #Decor #mid-centurymodern #vide-poche #MCM...

Midcentury beautiful round basket in rattan and bamboo in the style of Franco Albini. Made in Italy in the 1960.

Larger Fenton milk glass bowl stands on a short pedestal foot and is decorated with a hobnail pattern on the bowl exterior. Great ruffled edge. Marke...

A beautiful Italian Murano art glass bowl, Italian Midcentury Modern design period, circa mid-20th century, Italy. Bowl has a white underside base merged wi...

Large and rare art deco flaring centerpiece bowl with amazing decor and original blown glass insert. Produced by WMF (WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik) Ikora of Baden-Württembe...

Stunning Mid-Century decorative bowl in a stunning purple and blue Murano "Sommerso" glass. This wonderful piece was designed by the Toso brothers in Murano, Italy during the 1960s ...

Vide-poche in Murano glass from the 1960s. Ideal for decoration, its thick glass and luminous green tint will bring softness and warmth. Of good size, aesthetics and of good quali...

Original 1950s bowl element made by of solid teak wood and brass loop with rattan at the top for carrying. This fantastic piece was designed by Carl Auböck in the 1950s, and handcraf...

Nice set of 4 snack serving bowls in the style of Don Shoemaker. Solid palm wood versatile, and great for parties.

A decorative I Karos pottery, I Caro collector polychrome hand painted and handcrafted in Rhodes, Greece ceramic wall decorative plate with an antelope, carnations and tulip polychrome design. The plate is decorated with a white, blue, aqua, green, and sienna red design and gilded with 24-karat gold. These are intricately, hand painted plates made in Rhodes, Greece by the famous I Caro pottery. Rhodes is famous for its kiln products, such as tiles and pottery, which are glazed and multicolored. It has a beautifully hand painted carnation and tulip in burgundy, light and dark blue and turquoise foliage. An Islamic ceramic plate in the Iznik style, painted in vivid colors with decoration of tulips and carnations. The back of the plate is signed and numbered, it has a string to the back for hanging. It is marked “handmade in Rhodes Greece by Ikaros Pottery...

Old wire basket with looped sides and a solid metal bottom. Worn finish with a simple, sturdy look.

A green-glazed bowl vase designed by Arthur Percy and produced by Gefle, Sweden, 1930s.

Beautiful decorative basket or planter fully made in curved rattan, wicker and brass. This lovely object is attributed to Vivai del Sud and made in Italy during the 1970s, clearly in...

French Mid-Century Modern glazed grapes and vine leaves ceramic, pottery serving plate in emerald green and red from Vallauris (small village on the French Riviera). Marked at the B...

Decorative wood vide poche

A colorful and decorative Murano art glass bowl from the 1970s by Alfredo Barbini, Venice, Italy. Originally designed as an ashtray for cigarettes or cigars, this beautiful piece als...

Mid-century Murano Sommerso centrepiece glass bowl, circa 1960s. Large sized centrepiece bowl in submerged gradient clear pink and blue colouring. Offered in perfect condition withou...

This striking modernist Space Age aluminum bowl, vide poche, was crafted in the mid-20th century in France. The elongated canoe-shaped piece has a typical spatial ship design. The ca...

1 Arthur Umanoff Bowl, more Umanoff pieces available.

The tray / coaster with motif of 'Vindarnas Lek' ('Play of the Winds') features Neptune with his trident, riding a hippocampus, accompanied by an array of oceanic creatures, includi...

This porcelain bowl of Japanese origin, dating from around the 1940s, is a fine example of traditional Japanese craftsmanship and artistry. The bowl features intricate hand-painted ...

A very stylish folk art hand-carved wood bowl. Solid wood, most likely birch tree wood. Whether displayed as a standalone art piece or used practically to hold fruits, decorative a...

Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso pink Italian art glass ribbed surface decorative bowl / ashtray. Documented to designer Alfredo Barbini, circa 1950-1960. Published in hi...

Set of decorative bowls by Herbert Krenchel for Krenit, Denmark, 1954 Measure: largest red 25cm diameter height 4cm Middle yellow 20 cm diameter 3.5cm height smallest turquoise ...

Unusual Argenta stoneware footed dish with applied silver swordfish central motif Tied silver banding to rim Designed by Wilhelm Kage for the Argenta series for Gustavsberg, Sweden...

Mid-Century French Ceramic Bowl signed Robert Picault Vallauris.

Sculptural Organic Modern carved wooden bowl features asymmetrical shape with soft, flowing outline; minimal design of the bowl accentuates the beautiful natural grain of the wood a...

A rare large cup designed for Philips, circa 1968-1970 by Ludovico Diaz de Santillana. A rectangular cup on a cylindrical high foot. The centre decorated with concentric bands of orange, blue and green glass. This designed ordered by the company Philips at Venini circa 1968 remind the beginning of color televisions...

Spectacular bowl or vanity tray in a marvelous light turquoise beveled crystal, designed by Max Ingrand and produced by Fontana Arte in Italy during the 1950s. This fantastic piece ...

Rimini Blue Bitossi Aldo Londi Bowl, Glazed Ceramic Italian midcentury Aldo Londi Bitossi Rimini blue glazed ceramic circular bowl. Italy, 1950-19...

This early Murano art glass bowl is unsigned and unattributed, but presumed to have been made in Italy in approximately 1950 in the period Mid-Century Modern style. This crimped bowl...

LOUISE MACNAB - Vintage studio pottery center bowl - large size - wheel thrown - splash glazed decoration - signed on the base - Canada - late 20th centu...

Rare octogonal dinanderie charger in patinated copper and nickel silver by Jean Dunand. Signed incised: Jean Dunand. France: circa 1925 Provenance : Private collection Chicago At the...

Majolica Goose Tureen, circa 1950.

Mathieu Mategot White perforated metal basket from 20th century design Realised circa 1950 Original good condition Height 22 cm Large 21 cm Depth 16 cm

Exquisite polychrome hand painted porcelain scalloped footed bowl or centerpiece with strawberry handles, China, 1950s. This eye-catching oval bowl was handcrafted in China circa 19...

Unique Stig Lindberg stoneware bowl in a beautiful deep blue and brown hares fur glaze, hand-crafted in his studio at Gustavsberg factory in 1961. Diameter: 12.5 cm

Stunning terracotta bowl from Spain, 1960's. Beautiful blue and green painted detail with etched fish design and etched wavy edge detailing. Great vintage condition. Can be hung on a...

This striking glass bowl, designed by Fulvio Bianconi for Mazzega, showcases the vivid use of color and organic shapes typical of Bianconi's work. Renowned for his artistic contribut...

White Majolica goose tureen signed on underside Caugant, circa 1950.

This rare set of four handcrafted ceramic ashtrays by Vallauris is a striking example of mid-century French design, playfully inspired by the world of poker. Each ashtray is uniquely shaped to represent a card suit—spade, club, diamond, and ace—creating a cohesive yet distinctive collection. The deep malachite-green glaze lends a rich, almost jewel-like quality to the pieces, further accentuated by the bold gold gilt borders that highlight the shape of each piece. Housed in their original faux lizard-skin presentation box, these ashtrays have been well preserved. The glaze remains glossy and deep, with no apparent signs of ash residue, suggesting they were rarely, if ever, used for their intended purpose. The gold detailing exhibits some minor surface wear, but it retains its brightness, adding to the vintage charm. Measuring approximately 8 cm in length and width, with a height of 3 cm, each piece is perfectly sized for tabletop display. While originally designed as ashtrays, their sculptural forms and opulent finish make them equally suited for use as decorative objects or small trinket dishes...

A charming modernist bowl or ashtray in the shape of a fish. A humorous design by Walter Bosse, executed by Hertha Baller Austria in the 1950s. Made of brass, in excellent condition....

Auböck Fruit Bowl Vienna, circa 1950s Original condition

French midcentury wicker basket with lid. Elegant and versatile storage piece. This sophisticated 1950s wicker basket offers versatile storag...

Large Henning Koppel staved teak bowl for Georg Jensen. Signed, Denmark, 1950s.

Large Brutalist Centerpiece in Patinated and Silver Plated Sand Cast Brass, Europe, 1960s. This is truly a very special and wonderful brutalist centerpiece with mesmerizing colors a...

Decorative green Art Déco bowl with reclining female sculpture. Carl Schlevogt. (1869-1959) Czech Republic 1930s. Good original condition. Malachit.

Delightful stems of Lily of the Valley decorate this Argenta round stoneware footed dish by Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg Delicate applied silver flora decorate the centre and outer r...

This rare molded glass advertising ashtray for Air France, designed in the 1960s, was manufactured by the Albert Gerrer company in Mulhouse, France. It features an original design by...

Sculptural hand blown Murano art glass clam shell bowl in pink degrade and clear glass with inner air bubbles. Attributed to Archimede Seguso, Italy, 1950s. This piece combines Somm...

This elegant mid-century modernist tray/dish, hand-blown in Murano, Italy circa 1960, embodies the timeless sophistication and exceptional craftsmanship of Murano glass. Rendered in ...

Molded glass mosaic tray created by Frances and Michael Higgins of Riverside, Illinois. Tray is the large version of this design and measur...

Gorgeous Murano Sommerso glass bowl, in absolutely excellent condition: no scratches, no loss: impeccable. The brilliant colors of green and amber of this faceted flat cut polished glass Murano geode bowl...

Mado Jolain is renown French Ceramist active in the 1950s. The present vase is made of earthenware enameled creamy. The decor is an abstraction in tones of black and blue. She is con...

Beautiful 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern basket or container, perfect in any room next to a sofa or in a bedroom as pillow or blanket storage as well as in any bathroom as bathrobe...

Stunning Green and Gold Leaf Murano Glass Bowl or Vase by Ercole Barovier. With pure gold leaf this hand blown bowl sculpture is so beautiful in the Graffito technique due to the go...

This mid-20th century hand-woven basket originates from the Dayak tribe of Borneo crafted with rattan fibres and an iron wood rim. These baskets were used to...

Antique silver cup or large Decorative ice bucket, fruit cup, pressed, cast and chased. Circular, curved feet with hinged. unstamped, tested with the scratch test, height approx. 60 ...

FRATELLI TOSO - Pair of Mid Century Murano art glass heart shaped bowls - featuring white latticino canes throughout - light weight with a polished finish - one with ground bottom - ...

A modernist design of a bowl by Per Lutken for Royal Copenhagen. It was designed in 1955. The crystal has a bluish tone.