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Pair of Bolicine Glass Lamps, Murano 1950s
$2,200
£1,662.77
€1,916.41
CA$3,104.20
A$3,421.05
CHF 1,791.03
MX$42,021.24
NOK 22,504.69
SEK 21,062.60
DKK 14,308.72
About the Item
Rare Pair of 1950s Murano Glass Lamps Attributed to AVEM – Bollicine Technique with Colorful Prunts
A stunning and rare pair of 1950s Murano glass lamps, attributed to the renowned AVEM (Arte Vetraria Muranese). These lamps showcase the bollicine technique, where numerous tiny air bubbles are deliberately trapped inside the glass, creating a sparkling, effervescent texture that captures and diffuses light beautifully.
Adorning the surface are colorful prunts—small, hand-applied blobs or knobs of glass with roots in Renaissance Venetian craftsmanship. Originally serving practical purposes such as providing grip, prunts evolved into purely decorative elements, reflecting the glassmaker’s skill and adding tactile richness and visual complexity.
This playful layering of texture and color embodies the whimsical playfulness that defined much of post-war Italian design. Emerging from the hardships of World War II, Italy experienced a creative rebirth, blending traditional artisan techniques with experimental, joyful innovation. Designers and craftspeople embraced vibrant colors, dynamic forms, and a sense of exuberance that brought optimism and lightness into interiors and objects.
AVEM, in particular, was at the forefront of this movement, infusing their glassworks with both reverence for centuries-old methods and a daring embrace of modern artistic expression. Their work, including this pair of lamps, captures the spirit of a nation rebuilding itself with creativity and spirited charm.
These lamps are ideal for mantlepieces, dressers, or bedside tables, adding a lively and artistic accent to mid-century modern, eclectic, or contemporary interiors. They celebrate the joyous fusion of history, craft, and post-war Italian design innovation.
- Attributed to:Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM) (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 9 in (22.86 cm)Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
- Power Source:Plug-in
- Voltage:110-150v
- Lampshade:Not Included
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1950-1959
- Condition:Rewired: Lamps have been rewired to American standards. Wear consistent with age and use. Great shape, new wiring and applied rubber feet to the bottom.
- Seller Location:Kilmarnock, VA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU883043636902
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