Vases and Vessels

Beautiful vase blown in a filigran white spiral and light blue on the top in clear glass designed by Ercole Barovier, 1980s Barovier & Toso, Murano. Dimension: Height 34 cm (13-1/2 i...

Before describing the object under consideration, we must make an important clarification; the artifact, one of many that we will publish over time, is part of the museum collection of a historic Florentine crystal grinder that unfortunately closed recently. It is the Marcello Galgani & Son company, whose completely manual and artisanal work has not withstood the disproportionate advance of mass-produced mechanical processes! Marcello Galgani began his craft as a grinder and restorer in 1960; as the years went by, Marcello mastered and became familiar with particular techniques and shapes, resulting in the production of objects that manage to retain the freshness of grinding and engraving, the warmth and softness of light, and the inimitable flavor of unique artifacts. After several years, his son Lorenzo, who grew up among crystals, also entered the business and immediately became passionate about this ancient craft with skill and ability. Stimulated by the aesthetic sense of the past, father and son, set up a workshop in which the shapes they researched and created themselves are mouth-blown by traditional Tuscan glassmakers in Empoli, then ground and engraved using ancient sixteenth-century techniques, with motifs born from the Galgani's inexhaustible imagination or culturally inspired by designs of objects seen and studied in Florentine museums (Uffizi, Galleria Palatina, Museo degli Argenti, etc.). Marcello and Lorenzo Galgani were also Masters in the difficult art of restoration, bringing rare and precious objects back to life. As mentioned the company recently closed and disposed of all its last production, and only Marcello's old private museum collection remained, which includes unique and special objects created over time, a collection that the craftsman made available to us for a planned sale. All of the objects were made entirely by hand with old grinding wheels, but there were mainly two tools that allowed the creation of masterpieces: the right hand and the left hand of the master craftsman. Ancient glassmaking techniques were used for all the ground and engraved products: first, the object was ground with an emery wheel fed continuously by a jet of abrasive sand and water, then re-polished with a very fine-grained sandstone wheel also fed with water; the engravings were done freehand using as many as 10-15 small stone wheels for each design (flowers, branches, animals, etc. ); then the object was polished and shined; we must make, at this point, an important clarification on these last two operations: towards the end of the 1960s acid crystal polishing was devised, the object was immersed and rotated in a solution of sulfuric acid, fluoridic acid and water and in a short time all the defects left by the previous processes were eliminated, it was a fast, industrial operation that allowed to lower costs considerably, with discrete but not excellent results. But for Galgani's products polishing is done with a cork bark wheel wet with water and pumice, to make the surfaces more transparent, and finally polishing was achieved with a felt wheel wet with a paste of water, iron oxide, and cerium oxide. This series of processes takes an average of two days of work( sometimes much longer) for each object, each engraving or grinding is the result of the creative inventiveness of the two artisans, inventiveness that transforms crystal into reality material of the highest aesthetic value and inestimable value. All the items in the entire collection have never been used; they were part of the exhibition. Large crystal vase; the decorations, in baroque style represent a series of "grotesques" The object is "a unique piece" signed by the Master, it was created in Marcello Galgani's workshop in 1983 and made with the techniques (grinding, engraving and polishing) that we explained in the description; for the shape, the Master was inspired by a vase present in a painting, preserved in the Uffizi Gallery in Florence by the sixteenth-century painter Jacopo Ligozzi...

Cenedese vintage midcentury modern tall and rare 'new old stock' polished faceted Murano glass obelisk in a beautiful light neon yellow colored / coloured glass, made circa 1970. Won...

Large ceramics vase designed by Roberto Rigon for Bertoncello in Italy in the 70s Perfect conditions

A gorgeous Italian glass vase by Lino Tagliapietra for Effetre International, Murano, 1986. Clear glass with black and white strips. The vase still has an Effetre International label...

Paolo Venini Inciso Glass Bottle Manufactured by Venini 1990s A vintage "Inciso" glass bottle designed by Paolo Venini in 1956 and manufactured by...

An Italian Murano art glass handkerchief vase by Venini Murano, circa late-20th century, Italy. A beautiful combination of green art glass hues - Emerald green and chartreuse green m...

A vase in brass by Pierre Forsell, designed and produced at Skultuna in the 1983. This vase is 23 cm (9.2") tall and about 6 cm (2.4") in diameter and in excellent condition. Marked ...

Elegant multicolored Murano Glass vase with embossed colored murrine. A touch of class for any space. Height 24 centimeters, diameter 19. Perfect vintage condition

Very decorative large vase from Opaline Florence, Italy. In a great swirl pattern, orange / white. Rare in this design and from. Height: 41 cm / 16.14 inches. Diameter: 20 cm / 7...

A small squat bottle, glass vase, crafted in the 1980s by Mdina Glass. Made from pink opaque glass with mottled clear glass spots, this decorative bottle features a fluted exterior...

Gres Stoneware vase designed and produced by Italian artist Bruno Gambone in shades of white, brown and orange, production Italy 1970s Signed Gambone Italy under the vase.

1980s Art Pottery Modern Ceramics Large Planter Pot in Metallic Bronze Finish Unmarked attribution Gainey Pottery 23.5 diameter x 18.75 h Preowned u...

A revision to the myth – Pandora's box was actually an amfora: an elegantly-shaped ceramic vase with handles around its long neck. Amfora (from the Greek ""amphora,"" meaning 'on bot...

A Murano glass pink ribbed vase “Onda” by Sergio Asti for Amolfo di Cambio

Flattened stoneware Post Modernist teapot with lid by California architectural artist Kazuko Matthews. Teapot measures 16" by 12" by 4" and is signed ...

This set of six small vintage glass automobile car perfume bottles with a Streamline Art Deco design. Each multi-use bottle showcases the silhouette of a classic Studebaker, complete...

Set of 6 "Balloton" glasses and jug in blown Murano glass in green color with 24-karat gold leaf decoration This set is called "Goti De Fornasa". Trad...

Large scavo, or acid washed, vase in Amethyst by Seguso, Murano Italy, for Karl Springer. Signed on the bottom.

This lovely relief shaped vase from Hutschenreuther brings a touch of elegant sophistication to any household. Ideal placed by the window or on any end table.

With its elegantly curved silhouette and striking two-tone glaze, this ceramic vase captivates with a deep purple hue that cascades into soft red at the rim. The smooth, high-gloss f...

Vintage 1970s ceramic vase manufactured by Sgrafo Peter Mueller. In different shades of beige and brown and floral pattern. Signed to bottom 1976 Sgrafo. Dimensions in cm: Height 23...

Italian La Fenice Murano blown glass perfume bottle. Blue, red and clear swirled glass with sterling silver bottle stopper. Bottle retains all brand stickers and stopper is brand sta...

VeArt Venezia Murano Vintage Vase 1980s. Very rare two-tone collectible vase, divided into two pieces. The item is in excellent conservative condition, has no cosmetic defects to r...

Y vase made for the collection of twenty-seven woods for Chinese artificial flowers vase by Ettore Sottsass, Edited by Design Gallery Milano, 1995. Limited edition of 12 numbered pi...

Nice decorative post-modern vase, circa 1980, Italy. Round black glazed ceramic, three nickeled metal tubes. Dimensions: 43 cm H, 18 cm diameter. Good original condition. All purchas...

Set of three brass decorative perfume bottles. Measures: Large 13 inches Medium 9.5 inches Small 8 inches.  

This extraordinary iridescent glass vase by renowned American glass artist Charles Lotton is a true work of art. Featuring a striking organic form with a gracefully elongated stem an...

This olive green urn captivates with its harmonious blend of simplicity and elegance. Featuring a circular silhouette, the urn is topped with a delicate, small lip that gracefully co...

This sommerso Murano glass vase is a striking piece of Mid-Century artistry. Hand-crafted using the classical Mandruzatto technique, the vase showcases and undulated form with textu...

A tall stemmed bud vase, handcrafted in the late 1980s by Mdina Glass, Malta. Crafted from pink opaque glass perfectly mottled and encased in a sheath of crystal clear glass. The...

Article: Fat lava art vase XXXL version Model: 517-45 Producer: Scheurich, Germany Decade: 1970s Description: This original vintage vase was produce...

This beautiful post-modern double orb bowl bud vase from Studio Nova Poland in heavy gleaming lead crystal. The mouth is cut on a blunt edge, which gives this curvy piece some seriou...

Italian Murano Glass Handkerchief / Tulip Vase in sky blue. Bottom with Arte Murano Hallmark. In good condition. Normal/small signs of age and wear.

Large Chinese Lacquer Vase From the 1960s-1970s With Mother-Of-Pearl Inlays A large Chinese lacquer vase on a five-legged base, decorated with...

Rare set of three Venetian Murano blue colored / coloured glass Apothecary jars or urns with lids. Wonderful vintage Mid-Century Italian glass and perfect for the storage sweets or snacks in the kitchen or for cotton wool buds or cosmetics in a bathroom or for make-up or jewellery or cotton wool buds and such accessoires. Similar in style to the original designs of apothecary jars from the 19th and early 20th century. Measurements are circa: Large jar - 18.8cm tall by 10.7cm wide Medium jar - 15.7cm tall by 10.7cm wide Small jar - 12.5cm tall by 10.7cm wide. Rare set of jars...

Illuminate your living space with the striking Ceramic Toucan Water Jug! Measuring 26cm in height, this jug is more than just a functional item – it's a charming piece of art. Metic...

A large ceramic vessel in the form of a "moon jar" with a near sphere shape on a small base with a short neck and diminished mouth opening. The form was celebrated in Korean Joseon pottery...

"BLOOMING BEAUTIFULLY FROM HERE TO ETERNITY….." Gorham’s Fleurs des Siècles basket of flowers designed by Jane Hutcheson Gold gilt porcelain flower basket...

Beautiful Murano hand blown red, black, gold glitter and yellow Italian art glass handkerchief / fazzoletto vase. Created by the Fratelli Toso company. Measures 7 1/8" wide x 7" wide...

ROSENTHAL Studio Line Wolf Bauer (Designer) - Mid Century gilt and floral decorated vase - signed in the design - Rosenthal stamp to the base - Germany - circa 1970's. Excellent/m...

Glorifying the effects of refracted light for 170 years, the iconic Baccarat and Saint Louis vases are well-known all over the world. A crystal masterpiece set of exceptional propor...

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Opium Parfum made in France Collectible Bottle 1980's This is vintage, hard to find, discontinued, collectible per...

Monumental Veronese Vase by Vittorio Zecchin for Venini, Murano A very large art glass vase of the 'Veronese' series. Thin mouthblown dark blue glass with applied ribbed knob and di...

Stunning large Memphis Design Murano glass vase attributed to Ettore Sottsass, Italy, 1980s. Striking, bold design. A beautiful large size postmodern sculptural statement piece. T...

This fabulous glass vase was made by Daum in Nancy, France in the 1970s. It looks very much like a piece of sculpture - no surprise given it's designer was César Baldaccini! Titled...

Article: Fat lava art vase extra large version Model: 517-45 Producer: Scheurich, Germany Decade: 1970s This original vintage vase was produced in the ...

Article: Fat lava art vase Producer: ES Ceramics, Germany Decade: 1970s This original vintage vase was produced in the 1970s in Germany by premium vase producer ES Keramik...

1970s Astonishing green vase by Jean Close' for Michielotto. Made in Italy. The item is in excellent condition and signed with the Jean Close' Atelier label. Dimension: diam 6,29 x 1...

Article: OP art porcelain vase Producer: KPM Berlin ceramics, Germany Decade: 1960s This original vintage OP art vase was produced and designed by KPM Berli...

A large Vietnamese altar vase with dramatic flaring neck and bold dragon motif. The black ground sets a striking stage for a dynamic design that unfurls across the surface—an undulat...

A gorgeous white & gold regency style reticulated porcelain basket compote Circa late 20th century Measures: 12.25"W x 7"D x 8.38"H Ex...

A sought after Fat Lava vase by Scheurich Keramik.

Pair of Vintage Green Marble Lidded Urns. The lids are separate pieces and are included with these urns.

Produced by BMF (Bayerische Metallwarenfabrik) in Germany in the 1970s. Great contrasting finishes and patina.

Stunning hand cut lead crystal vase created as a work of art by the hands of the finest Czech glass workers. The Caesar Crystal Company in the Czech Republic has been selling hand cu...

Matched pair Chinese export porcelain famille rose vases, circa late 20th century. Hand turned with nice quality painting. Decorated with birds amongst blossoms on front, poems on re...

Nice handpainted Delft blue pottery vase.