Gold Centerpieces

Sculptural vase handmade in Italy and decorated with the luster technique in 24 Kt gold. Dimensions: D 36 cm, H 40 cm. The entire manufacturing process is handmade in Italy. The vase...

Italian Murano glass centerpiece bowl crafted during the nineteen eighties demonstrates exquisite Venetian art glass craftsmanship. Handcrafted in Italy, this pedestal compote bowl f...

Italian Murano glass footed compote centerpiece presentation chalice crafted during the nineteen nineties showcases refined Venetian Baroque revival design. Handcrafted in Italy, this statuesque standing vessel rises from an expansive, circular spreading foot into an architectural baluster stem modeled after classical amphora pedestals. The stem is flanked by high-arched serpentine S-scroll handles accented with pincered rigadin crests, crowned by a gathered ruffle collar supporting a monumental, wide-flaring chalice basin that terminates in a broad, fire-polished everted rim. Master artisans mouth-blew and hot-tooled each element freehand at the furnace (a mano volante), executing the primary vessel in semi-translucent opaline white crystal (vetro lattimo opalino). Accenting the rims, handles, and stem, the glass is hot-fused with blush-pink glass threads (rosa pastello) and enriched with genuine twenty-four-karat gold leaf inclusions (foglia d'oro / polvere d'oro). The handles display delicate pincered serrations that shimmer with suspended gold flakes, echoing the gilded band around the bowl's lower waist and pink-piped brim. Under direct gallery illumination or natural daylight, the opalescent white glass glows with milky warmth, casting sparkling champagne-pink highlights, gilded reflections, and elegant architectural silhouettes across display surfaces. Elevate any luxury dining room tablescape, grand fireplace mantel garniture, executive credenza display, or vintage nineties Italian fine art glass collection with this authentic Murano compote...

Presenting "Triomphale," an original pâte de verre plate by the legendary artist Salvador Dalí. This exceptional piece was produced by Daum Editeur, Nancy, France, renowned for their...

Beautiful antique Murano hand blown copper aventurine flecks with thin purple swirl Italian art glass footed centerpiece bowl. Documented to designer Ercole Barovier for Barovier e T...

Late 19th century sterling silver footed centerpiece bowl with exterior floral band design details and gold wash interior. The centerpiece bowl is in great antique condition. Minor w...

Italian Murano glass sculptural hemispherical centerpiece bowl crafted during the nineteen nineties showcases refined Venetian minimalist decorative vessel design. Handcrafted in Ita...

Italian Murano glass sculptural decorative presentation bowl crafted during the nineteen eighties showcases classic Venetian filigree virtuosity interpreted through fluid, late-centu...

A large precious stone and silver-gilt flower model by Asprey. English, 20th century. Measures: 47cm high x 14cm wide x 12 cm depth. Crafted ...

Large centerpiece in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamel on guilloche. Round base with rounded edge, diameter 15 cm, height 3.5 cm, with sculptures of ...

Beautiful and large, vintage Murano hand blown deep pink over white, and gold flecks Italian art glass bird sculpture. The figure is documented to the Salviati company. I have anothe...

Murano vintage, and gorgeous, hand blown white, deep golden amber and gold flecks Italian art glass playful birds on branch sculptures. They are a matched pair. The birds are documen...

Huge Midcentury Italian Murano Heart Centerpiece Bowl, Red and White Glass, Silver Flecks Monumental hand blown Murano Sommerso heart shaped bowl in red and white glass with silver f...

Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown coral red and gold flecks Italian art glass decorative bowl. The piece is documented to designer Archimede Seguso, circa 1952. The bowl is made wi...

Made in Italy, 2000s. This centerpiece / pedestal bowl is made in ribbed Murano glass and features 24 kt gold inclusions. It is labeled. This is a vintage piece, therefore it might...

An extraordinary sculptural centerpiece in Murano art glass, signed and dated Yalos Murano, 2008. This striking work exemplifies the refined experimentation of contemporary Murano gl...

Beautiful large, vintage Murano hand blown transparent aqua, pink, sky blue, white and gold flecks Italian art glass Victorian dress woman sculpture. Starting from the top, she has l...

This centerpiece has a striking appearance and is constructed from three main components. The base and stand are in 24-karat gold-plated brass. Sitting on top of the base is a decora...

Handmade by the renowned Italian manufacturer Mangani, this large porcelain vase combines timeless design with luxurious details and exceptional craftsmanship. The surface features ...

Black Murano glass centerpiece bowl with silver and gold flecks. Attributed to Seguso Vetri d'Arte factory, Italy, 1950s This large han...

Centrepiece in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamel on guilloche. Round plate diameter cm. 18 mounted on an inverted funnel base diameter cm. 9.5, total...

Made in Italy by Rometti, 1960s. This catchall / vide-poche / decorative plate is made in glazed ceramic with serigraphy, which was painted with gold. It has a shiny finish, slightl...

A French 1970s Gold and bronze clam shell center peice sculpture with three large quartz and amethyst crystal clusters. Signed Biography: Claude Boeltz was born in Paris in 1937. The fourth generation in a line of artists, from his early childhood Boeltz was interested in disciplines as far ranging as sculpture, painting, ceramics, architecture, and blacksmithing. From the very start he was fascinated by what would become life long inspirations—anatomy and geology. His first apprenticeship was with the sculptor Henri Molins, which was followed by apprenticeships at the prominent Susse and Houdot foundries. His last was with Soudoun, under whose tutelage he was honored with the national “Best Worker in France” award. During these apprenticeships Boeltz took night classes at the Boule School, the Gambetta School, and at the Academy of Art in Paris. He would eventually take degrees from all three. On Sundays he went to museums, particularly the Louvre, where he sought out work in the Louis XIII - Louis XVI styles. He also spent long hours in study of the many artists he admired, such as Bersus, Meunier, Giacometti, Ponpon, Chipparus, Dali, Dajou, and Ruhlman. After these apprenticeships he tried to establish himself in the Riviera, where he befriended, and briefly collaborated with Picasso. Boeltz’s time in this vibrant community was, however, cut short—in the early 1960s he was called into the French military. While on tour in the Sahara he carved miniatures, and would carry them in his baggage from base to base. One that survived—a replica of the Arc d’triumph—was later offered to President Eisenhower on behalf of the French Army. Upon leaving the service Boeltz established a foundry in the Loire, and by the late 1960s his work, now enormously popular, was shown all over Europe. In the early 1970s he met the sculptor Cesar. The famous sculptor’s “compression” pieces inspired Boeltz to create the work for which he would soon become best known. Boeltz’s “exploded” bronze works were pieces plated with 24 karat gold made to look like liquid gold crystalized an instant after explosion. Boeltz augmented this unique medium with vibrant details, often with African emeralds, but with other stones or unusual materials as well. In his famous Cleopatra, dedicated to Elizabeth Taylor and installed in Georve V hotel in Paris, the artist employed metacrylite as a base and for its veil. The immediate success of these “exploded” works allowed Boeltz to build two foundries devoted largely to their creation, one in the Faubourg St. Honore’ in Paris, and the other in Fontenay Sous Bois. “Exploded” works from the foundries were presented and sold at Fred’s Jewelers...

A stunning work of art by the renowned Herend Porcelain Manufactory of Hungary, this large mid-20th century reticulated centerpiece exemplifies the elegance and craftsmanship for whi...

19th Century hand painted gilt gold design porcelain with footed bronze mounted decorative centerpiece with side handles. The centerpiece is in great condition. Minor wear consistent...

One of a kind and Iconic vanity tray with handles; The rectangular body is a mirror with rounded corners and has been carved from the stone wheel on top by depicting a courtship scen...

Old English silver plated / gold wash interior side handles decorative vase with exterior deign details. The vase is in great condition. Minor wear ...

How beautiful and elegant is this unique punch bowl, tureen or centerpiece. Pumpkin shaped and heavy, this piece features an elaborate design of cased white glass with all over 24 ka...

Hollywood Regency Foliage centerpiece in gilt iron, France, 1950s. One of a kind decorative handcrafted centerpiece featuring two branches h...

Very large antique English silver-gilt equestrian trophy by Paul Storr English, 1837 Jug: Height 87cm, width 45cm, depth 36cm Case: Height 93cm, width 52cm, depth 38cm Weight 9kg P...

A magnificent and large Russian Empire porcelain gold ground and white bisque figural reticulated centrepiece. A large filigree basket supported by three a...

This Vintage Barovier & Toso Murano decorative bowl is a stunning example of Italian mid-century art glass. Crafted in a rich ruby red with delicate gold leaf flecks, the bowl’s ele...

Mid-20th century French cut crystal champagne cave in a dome shape form with hand painted gilt gold design finial top and stem base. The cave features a...

Gold application Attributed to Seguso - Barovier We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. The history of "Seguso Vetri D' Arte" is directly linked to the "Vetreria Artistica­ Barovier" company. When the Barovier workshop was forced to reduce production in 1929, due to a financial crisis in America, the original group of ten partners had to separate and Antonio Seguso in 1931, assisted by his sons Ernesto and Archimede opened a small workshop of his own. They were joined by Luigi Olimpio Ferro and Napoleone Barovier the following year. Together the craftsmen establish the "Artistica Soffieria e Vetreria Barovier Seguso & Ferro" company as equal partners. In 1934 Flavio Poli joins the firm as artistic director and within only a brief period of time a distinct style of designs emerged. The close collaboration between Flavio Poli, Archimede Seguso and Alfredo Barbini played an important part in the success of the company. New glass techniques are developed which include never before seen color applications. The companies innovative designs constantly received awards and during the 1935 World Fair in Brussels and the 1936 Milan Triennale they did attract the interest of a new group of clientele. One of them is the French wholesale company "Veronese" from Paris which would play a defining role in the history of the company. The demand for an increase in production requires additional investments and the partners felt that there is a need to multiply their investment tenfold. Luigi Olimpio Ferro subsequently decided to withdraw from the company and his shares are acquired by Flavio Poli, which makes him a full partner. As a result, the company name is changed to Seguso Vetri D’ Arte and it is officially recognized in 1937. A period of great success and prosperity ensues, lasting until the outbreak of World War II. The post ­war period is a time of great change in Europe and the rebuilding of the economical structure in Italy requires major investments which result in the introduction of new import duties and taxes. To safeguard the copyright of the Seguso Vetri D'Arte designs an application for a second entry into the commercial registers of Venice is made by the partners in 1945. Strict export regulations curb international business relations for many years after the war and the company decides to focus on the domestic market instead. In 1946 a large retail location is opened at the Piazza Diaz in Milan where in addition to the art glass, German porcelain and Italian pottery is offered. In 1950 Flavio Poli develops a new sommerso glass technique, which consists of an overlaying of transparent layers of glass. The overlapping creates new shades of color which prior to the introduction of this technique had not been seen. Flavio Poli's most iconic design is the "Valve", which resembles an upright, slightly opened clam shell. The design was introduced in 1951. Mario Pinzoni joins the company in 1953 as a personal assistant to Flavio Poli and his responsibilities as a draftsman included the compilation of archival and the existing production drawing s...

Murano with gold Avventurine is a glassmaking technique from Murano developed on the island of Murano in the 17th century. It was first mentioned in a document dating back to 1614 as "a kind of stone with golden stars inside it", at which point it was already mesmerizing people with its unusual and attractive appearance. The technique gets its name from the fact that its discovery happened by chance due to a fortunate coincidence, when it is said that a glass artisan accidentally dropped some metal shavings into the glass mixture. Italians say it happened "all'avventura", which in Italian means "by chance". The first documented recipe for the technique dates back to 1644, when the Murano master glassmaker Giovanni Darduin described how to create avventurine glass. The recipe involves adding various metallic oxides such as copper and iron to the hot glass mixture, which will cause small particles of the metals to crystallize as the glass mixture cools. Complicating the process, for such crystallization to occur, the furnace had to be completely turned off, and the metallic particles would slowly separate from the glass base over a few days during the natural cooling of the glass. This was a very difficult process from a logistical perspective, as every time a glass furnace was turned off, it caused work to stop, and restarting it was quite a large process, as it took time to fully heat to the desired temperature. Attributed to Seguso - Barovier We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'View All From Seller'. And you can see more objects to the style for sale. The history of "Seguso Vetri D' Arte" is directly linked to the "Vetreria Artistica­ Barovier" company. When the Barovier workshop was forced to reduce production in 1929, due to a financial crisis in America, the original group of ten partners had to separate and Antonio Seguso in 1931, assisted by his sons Ernesto and Archimede opened a small workshop of his own. They were joined by Luigi Olimpio Ferro and Napoleone Barovier the following year. Together the craftsmen establish the "Artistica Soffieria e Vetreria Barovier Seguso & Ferro" company as equal partners. In 1934 Flavio Poli joins the firm as artistic director and within only a brief period of time a distinct style of designs emerged. The close collaboration between Flavio Poli, Archimede Seguso and Alfredo Barbini played an important part in the success of the company. New glass techniques are developed which include never before seen color applications. The companies innovative designs constantly received awards and during the 1935 World Fair in Brussels and the 1936 Milan Triennale they did attract the interest of a new group of clientele. One of them is the French wholesale company "Veronese" from Paris which would play a defining role in the history of the company. The demand for an increase in production requires additional investments and the partners felt that there is a need to multiply their investment tenfold. Luigi Olimpio Ferro subsequently decided to withdraw from the company and his shares are acquired by Flavio Poli, which makes him a full partner. As a result, the company name is changed to Seguso Vetri D’ Arte and it is officially recognized in 1937. A period of great success and prosperity ensues, lasting until the outbreak of World War II. The post ­war period is a time of great change in Europe and the rebuilding of the economical structure in Italy requires major investments which result in the introduction of new import duties and taxes. To safeguard the copyright of the Seguso Vetri D'Arte designs an application for a second entry into the commercial registers of Venice is made by the partners in 1945. Strict export regulations curb international business relations for many years after the war and the company decides to focus on the domestic market instead. In 1946 a large retail location is opened at the Piazza Diaz in Milan where in addition to the art glass, German porcelain and Italian pottery is offered. In 1950 Flavio Poli develops a new sommerso glass technique, which consists of an overlaying of transparent layers of glass. The overlapping creates new shades of color which prior to the introduction of this technique had not been seen. Flavio Poli's most iconic design is the "Valve", which resembles an upright, slightly opened clam shell. The design was introduced in 1951. Mario Pinzoni joins the company in 1953 as a personal assistant to Flavio Poli and his responsibilities as a draftsman included the compilation of archival and the existing production drawing s...

Round table bowl with a rounded rim made of gold-plated 925/1000 sterling silver and translucent fired enamel on a guilloche pattern. Contemporary modern style. External diameter 10....

French Napoleon III Doré Bronze Cupid Centerpiece and Removable Candelabra, Attributed to Henri Picard, Circa 1860 This magnificent French Napoleon III doré bronze centerpiece and c...

Beautiful and large, vintage Murano hand blown rich orange over white, and gold flecks Italian art glass bird sculpture. The figure is documented to the Salviati company. The bird st...

Italian Murano glass footed compote centerpiece bowl crafted during the nineteen eighties showcases luminous Venetian Neoclassical revival design. Handcrafted in Italy, this statuesque standing presentation vessel rises from an expansive, circular pedestal foot into an architectural baluster stem articulated with stacked, ribbed spherical knops. Supporting the upper composition, the stem elevates a wide, flaring chalice basin that opens into a dramatic, horizontal everted brim with a fire-polished rim, balancing classical banquet grandeur with late-century geometric clarity. Master artisans mouth-blew and hot-tooled each component at the furnace (a mano volante) using traditional Venetian fluting techniques (a costolature / rigadin ritorto). The bowl, baluster knops, and pedestal base are executed in high-clarity Venetian crystal (cristallo) richly layered with genuine twenty-four-karat gold leaf dust inclusions (polvere d'oro). Delicate spiral ribs radiate across the spreading foot and bowl brim, catching the suspended gold leaf flakes to create an effervescent champagne shimmer along every contour. Under ambient natural light or focused gallery spotlights, the translucent fluted walls project radiant gilded halos, sparkling specular refractions, and delicate ribbed shadows across display surfaces. Elevate any luxury dining room tablescape, architectural fireplace mantel garniture, executive credenza console, or vintage eighties Italian fine art glass collection with this authentic Murano compote...

Pair of German continental silver and vermeil vases with gorgeous bows and flowers decorating the surface, three tri-dimensional ram heads by each leg, hooved feet. Measuring approxi...

Italian Murano glass centerpiece presentation bowl crafted during the nineteen nineties showcases refined Venetian Neoclassical revival design by Mastri Vetrai. Handcrafted in Italy,...

Gorgeous vintage Murano hand blown jade green and gold flecks Italian art glass footed compote bowl. The piece is documented to designer Ercole Barovier for the Barovier e Toso works...

Delightful set of French menu or place card holders. Very heavy gilt bronze. Charming birds about to take flight on faux bois branches. Quite heavy. Some tarnishing and loss to gilt....

Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown persimmon orange, controlled bubbles and gold flecks Italian art glass centerpiece bowl. Documented to Master glass artist and designer Alfredo Ba...

Italian Murano glass sculptural centerpiece presentation bowl showcases graceful Mid-Century Modern biomorphic form and refined Hollywood Regency elegance. Handcrafted in Italy, this...

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 195...

This elegant Mid-Century Modern Italian Venetian art glass centerpiece was made in Italy in the late 20th century and showcases the decorative artistry and colorful sophistication as...

19th Century hand painted and gilt gold porcelain decorative tableware pitcher with under-plate service by Giraud Limoges . The pieces are in great antique condition . Minor wear app...

Murano. With silver applications. Technical Avventurina : Avventurina is a Murano glass-making technique developed on Murano island in the 17th century. I was first mentioned in a document dating from 1614 as "a kind of stone with gilt stars inside", at which point it already mesmerized people with the unusual and attractive look. The technique owes its name to the fact that its discovery happened by chance thanks to a lucky coincidence, when a glass artisan is said to have accidentally dropped some metal shavings into the glass mixture. Italians say it happened "all'avventura", which in Italian means "by chance". The first documented recipe for the technique dates from 1644, when Murano master glassmaker Giovanni Darduin described how Avventurina glass should be created. The recipe involves adding various metal oxides such as copper and iron to the hot glass mixture, which will cause tiny particles of the metals to crystallize as the glass mixture cools off. Complicating the process, for such crystallization to occur the furnace had to get fully extinguished, and the metal particles would slowly separate from the glass base over a few days during the natural cooling of the glass. This was a very difficult process from a logistical perspective, since every time a glass furnace got extinguished it caused work to be paused, and re-igniting it was quite a big process, as it took time to fully heat it to the desired temperature. As industrial revolution set foot on Murano in the nineteenth century, the process got a remake. Large volumes of fine Avventurina paste were made and then skillfully stretched into glass canes, which were then re-melted for jewelry-making under a small flame, or for glass blowing. This Avventurina paste received worldwide acclaim and re-ignited the fame of Murano Glass workshops due to its use in Salviati mosaics...

Gorgeous large Mid-Century Modern Murano glass centerpiece with aventurine gold and silver flecks attributed to Dino Martens and Aureliano Toso, Italy, 1960s. Handblown smoked black ...

Italian Murano glass low-profile organic centerpiece bowl crafted during the nineteen eighties showcases dramatic Postmodern sculptural design by master glassmaker Giovanni Dalla Fin...

Ercole Barovier Murano Rostrato green and clear gold flecked glass basket vase Exquisite green Rostrato Murano art glass basket vase with a twi...

Italian Murano glass sculptural shell presentation bowl vase crafted during the nineteen nineties showcases elegant Venetian organic marine revival design. Handcrafted in Italy, this...

Italian Mid-Century Modern hand blown Murano art glass flower shaped centerpiece or bowl with Murrine decorations and aventurine gold and silver flecks. Attributed to Aldo Nason and ...

Sculptural vase handmade in Italy and decorated with the luster technique in 24 Kt gold. Dimensions: D 35 cm, H 40 cm. The entire manufacturing process is handmade in Italy. The vas...

Gorgeous vintage Murano hand blown, silver and gold flecks with grape decoration Italian art glass compote bowl / vase. Documented to the Barovier e Toso company, circa 1930s-1940s. ...

Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown white, dark purple / black and gold flecks Italian art glass centerpiece bowl. The piece is documented to designer Alfredo Barbini, circa 1950 - 1...

Made in Italy by Morbelli, 1970s. It is made in white porcelain, which is decorated with 24k gold inlaid lamina. This is a vintage piece, therefore it might show slight traces of u...

Mid-Century Modern gilt iron and carved wood basket centerpiece / fruit bowl, 1950s-1960s Handcrafted in Spain at the Mid-20th century period in the style of Spanish Colonial. Eye-c...

Beautiful, large antique Murano hand blown ruby red Italian art glass centerpiece bowl with gold flecks. Created in the manner of the Venini and Salviati companies, in the Venetian /...