Venetian Table Mirror in Murano Glass by Archimede Seguso, Italy, 1950s
About the Item
- Creator:Archimede Seguso (Author)
- Dimensions:Height: 6.3 in (16 cm)Width: 7.09 in (18 cm)Depth: 4.34 in (11 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1950
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. The mirror is intact and in good condition. Minimum signs of the time on the wooden part that composes the back and oxidation on the mirror.
- Seller Location:Roma, IT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU7868232003402
Archimede Seguso
Archimede Seguso redefined a 650-year family history of Murano glass-making with brilliance and novel techniques, elevating him to an exemplar for the maestros of his time as well as for future generations of glassmakers. This next generation included his sons and grandsons, who carried on and further expanded the family legacy of Venetian art glass. The survival and revival of traditional glassblowing combined with unique design are the legacies left behind by a master.
Seguso grew up in the family furnaces of the Soffieria Barovier Seguso and Ferro, where his training began at age 11. By the time he turned 20, he was a maestro in his own right, joining the family business as a partner.
In 1933 the company changed its name to Seguso Vetri D’Arte, and Seguso gained sole control. He collaborated with designers Flavio Poli and Vittorio Zecchin, which allowed him to achieve artistic sovereignty leading to the opening in 1946 of his own furnace, Vetreria Seguso Archimede. There, he could explore his design ideas with creative freedom. In 2007, the 23rd generation of Seguso glassmakers took the lead at Seguso Vetri D’Arte. Brothers Gianluca, Pierpaolo and Gianandrea Seguso carry a six-century dynasty of Seguso glass into the 21st Century.
Archimede Seguso’s art glass pays homage to tradition. Seguso studied and mastered techniques from centuries past, but he also pioneered innovative approaches, such as submersion and unconventional color constitutions. He awarded future generations with stunning and unprecedented effects, such as ribbed textures, rings, needle shapes and the appearance of embedded objects.
A lifetime of achievement created by Seguso is honored in museums worldwide, such as the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, MoMA in New York and Museum Kunstpalast in Dusseldorf, to name a few. His exhibit resume spans decades, beginning with XX Biennale, Venezia, in 1936. It includes a 1989 exhibit of “Il Maestro dei Maestri” at Tiffany & Co., New York, and 2013 exhibitions at Musée Maillol in Paris and Museo della Basilica di San Marco in Venice.
On 1stDibs, find an array of vintage Archimede Seguso glass, decorative objects, lighting and mirrors alongside a collection from his brother Angelo Seguso and his grandsons’ firm Seguso Viro.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Roma, Italy
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 14 days of delivery.
- Full Length Pink Mirror in Colored and Cut Glass, Italy 1950sBy Cristal ArteLocated in Roma, ITBeautiful full lenght large mirror in the style of Cristal Art. Made in Italy during the 1950s with mirrored glass in pastel pink color and marine water. In order to obtain this si...Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors
MaterialsBrass
- Art Deco Vase in Pink and Gold Murano Bubble Glass, Italy 1930sBy Archimede Seguso, Angelo BarovierLocated in Roma, ITSplendid Murano glass vase handmade in Italy in the 1930s. The style of this vase recalls the production of the Murano company " Barovier and Toso". Made with bubble glass techniqu...Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Vases
MaterialsMurano Glass
- Rare Little Vintage Couple of Bevelled Wall Mirror, Made in Italy in the 1950sLocated in Roma, ITA rare couple of vintage mirror, datable between the 1930s and 1950s of the 20th century. They were made in Italy and probably, this pair of twin wall mirrors, were positioned above...Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
MaterialsMirror, Beech
- Pair of Table Lamps by Prima Luce in White Artistic Murano Glass, Italy, 1970sLocated in Roma, ITA splendid pair of vintage table lamps, perfect for use as bedside lamps. They were made in Italy by "Prima Luce " with artistic Murano glass during the 1970s. The structure of eac...Category
Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Table Lamps
MaterialsMurano Glass
- 1970s Italian Floor Lamp in Brass and Artistic Murano Glass by F. FabbianBy F. FabbianLocated in Roma, ITA Glamorous Floor Lamp in the typical style of the late 70s, characterized by the use of precious and sparkling materials, such as brass and chrome inserts in contrast with black and...Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
MaterialsMetal, Brass
- Italian Mirror in Yellow Mirrored and Bevelled Glass attributable to VECA 1960sBy VECALocated in Roma, ITA splendid mirror dating back to the 1960s whose production can be attributed to the historic VECA brand. the rectangular bevelled mirror is framed by yellow mirrored glass decorated...Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
MaterialsGlass, Mirror
- Table Mirror by Archimede Seguso, circa 1940By Archimede SegusoLocated in Berlin, DETable mirror by Archimede Seguso, circa 1940. 'Twisted rope' Murano glass. Label retailer back side.Category
Antique 1640s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Mirrors
MaterialsGlass, Mirror, Murano Glass
- Seguso Murano Glass Picture Frame Vanity Mirror 1950sBy SegusoLocated in Munich, DESophisticated round picture frame or vanity mirror in thick clear blown Murano glass signed with Seguso Murano. The elegant texture of the tightly twisted glass frame...Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Picture Frames
MaterialsBrass
- Murano Iridescent Glass Mirror with Flowers 1950s, Italy Venetian VeniceLocated in Nuernberg, DEA gorgeous Murano glass vanity mirror surrounded with handmade glass flowers. With minor signs of wear as expected with age and use. A nice addition to any dressing room.Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors
MaterialsWood, Mirror, Murano Glass
- Murano Glass Vanity Wall Mirror Flowers, circa 1950s, Italy Venetian VeniceLocated in Nuernberg, DEA gorgeous Murano glass vanity mirror surrounded with handmade glass flowers. With minor signs of wear as expected with age and use. A nice addition to any dressing room.Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Mirrors
MaterialsMurano Glass, Mirror, Wood
- Venetian Murano Glass Table Mirror Bohemian Vanity Mirror ItalyLocated in Miami, FLLovely desktop Murano glass vanity mirror from Italy. Decorated with handmade Bohemian flowers and supported with a wooden back. Original label on the mirror. Mirror size: 6 inc...Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Mirrors
MaterialsArt Glass, Mirror, Wood
- Murano Glass Vanity Mirror with Gold Flake Flowers 1950s Italy Venetian, VeniceBy Murano Glass SommersoLocated in Nuernberg, DEA gorgeous Murano glass vanity mirror surrounded with handmade clear gold flake flowers. Can be used as a wall mirror or standing mirror. With minor signs of wear as expected with ag...Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Mirrors
MaterialsMirror, Murano Glass, Wood