1950s Sommerso Murano Glass Bud Vase (7.5in/19cm)

1950s Sommerso Murano Glass Bud Vase (7.5in/19cm)Through constant experimentation, Muranos glass guild evolved a series of innovative techniques such as sommerso. The method requires an authentic knowledge of colour combinations, as well as a high level of dexterity in blowing and layering. To achieve the beautiful results of pieces such as this, articles are submerged in clear molten glass of a different colour, producing a layered, chromatic effect. Please note, this item is a truly original

and then stretched into long

adds character

crows and some daddy owls – and they’re just as much of a hoot as the smaller ones we already have

designed by Zecchin for Pauly & Co

These rose-printed napkins

and involves dyeing by hand using hand-engraved paper stencils

After meticulously designing her contemporary forms

The designs are ablaze in flames and two-tone colour palettes – one of which is often neon – which come to life against the backdrop of the finest cashmere

The upsized twill and herringbone structure gives a fresh update to the classic red check

The Soho notebook is a handbag-sized version of the coveted Smythson notebook

As either a statement vase or an art object

Master craftsmen practice ancient mould-making techniques at extreme temperatures to shape the weighty crystal into an elegant silhouette and hand-carve each groove