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Pair of Murano Polar Bear Sculptures by Alfredo Barbini, 1930'sItaly

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Adorable hand blown Murano polar bear sculptures by Alfredo Barbini, circa 1935, Italy. The Colour runs from aubergine bleeding in to opalescent clear iridized glass. Alfredo Barbini, glass artist born in 1912, was one of Murano’s leading figures of the 20th century. Individual dimensions; 22 x 12.5 x H 20 22 x 12.5 x H 23
  • Creator:
    Alfredo Barbini (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.06 in (23 cm)Width: 9.06 in (23 cm)Depth: 4.93 in (12.5 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1935
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1001523411882

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