Mid-Century Murano Glass Paperweight

Mid-Century Murano Glass PaperweightMurano glass paperweights date back thousands of years; born almost by accident, they were formed from scraps of coloured glass that would otherwise have been thrown away. Over time, expert blowers have utilised several techniques to bring each paperweight to life, such as millefiori, murrina and lampwork. This results in intricate patterns and scenes formed of multicoloured rods, beads and canes. Please note, this item is a truly original vintage

Asprey’s reputation for excellence is reinforced once again in this stud box

Astier de Villatte’s Régence collection is inspired by a style of dish used by France’s Duke of Orléans

Her time at the atelier aligned with Paolo Venini’s granddaughter’s period of experimentation

Add a touch of classic elegance appeal into your space with this 1940s Murano glass vase - a fine example of the bollicine glassmaking technique

Each design is hand-thrown

as can be seen in this water glass

This piece

Note the fine craftsmanship at play

and contains a five-piece line-up of stainless steel tools: cuticle scissors

which strengthens the raw material and adds a beautifully caramelised look

which led to the founding of his company in 1958 on Murano shores

Note how the warm colour palette is evocative of sunset at golden hour