Resin Bowl Centerpiece with Leaves Inside, Made in Italy, 1970s

Spectacular mid-century decorative bowl in amber Murano glass with air bubbles (bullicante). This wonderful piece was produced in Italy in the 1960s and is attributed to Galliano Ferro. This piece is unique for the elegant mix of peculiar "bullicante" technique to shape Murano glass: the "bullicante" effect is one of the most famous glass working techniques and is seen quite often around the island of Murano. This particular effect is achieved by inserting a piece of molten glass inside a metal mold with spikes, very similar to the texture of a pineapple. These spikes make small holes in the surface creating a pattern all around the piece of glass. After it has been allowed to cool for a few moments, the whole piece is immersed again in the molten glass. This second layer completely covers the first. However, thanks to the thick consistency of the glass, the holes previously impressed on the first layer are not covered, thus causing air to be trapped between the two layers of glass. This process can be repeated several times, creating a pattern as complicated as the master glassmaker wishes. This technique not only gives a sense of depth to the whole object but also an incomparable decorative effect, famous for its originality. This decorative piece can also be used as an ashtray and spruce up a mid-century style living room. Measurements (cm): Diameter - 14 Height - 11 Galliano Ferro formed his own glass factory in 1955 after leaving Arte Vetraria Muranese, or AVeM (A.Ve.M.), which he co-founded in 1932. Designers at Galliano Ferro include his son Giorgio Ferro, Ezio Rizzetto, Fulvio Bianconi and Vinicio Vianello. Giorgio Ferro became head of the company in 1972. British importers Jaffe Rose...

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Resinplast, Italy, manufactured this stunning resin decorative bowl, centerpiece, or serving dish in the 1970s. The extra thick clear resin or acrylic deep rounded oversized bowl sha...

Resinplast, Italy, designed this gorgeous decorative Resin bowl, centerpiece, or serving dish in the 1970s. This extra-thick transparent resin or acrylic deep-rounded oversized bowl ...

This is a lovely resin decorative bowl, centerpiece, or serving dish designed by Resinplast Italy in the 1970s. It is made of extra-thick clear resin or acrylic in a deep, rounded bo...

Resinplast, Italy, designed and manufactured this stunning resin decorative bowl or centerpiece circa 1970. The extra thick clear resin or acrylic deep rounded oversized serving bowl...