1960s Antonio Da Ros Murano Glass Paperweight

1960s Antonio Da Ros 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

diamonds and spires on the Lismore footed centerpiece are inspired by the rugged castle of the same name in Waterford County

organic shapes and finger marks echoing the passage of time

Through a faux feast of fish and a lemon slice

but it’s the chrome-plated accents and bamboo root base that’ll encourage you to display it forevermore

Vividly coloured with natural dyes

Japan in the 1920s

Made in Italy by leather and classic games specialist

all in Smythson’s vibrant Nile blue

this wine glass by Carlo Moretti makes a case for the complete opposite

this item is a truly original vintage piece that has never been used

mouthblown from thick fume glass using a bullicante technique

This vase in dusty pink