1950s Murano Glass Vase (12in/31cm)

1950s Murano Glass Vase (12in/31cm)Mid century Europe's keen appetite for colour was felt in workshops of all specialities the most apparent being those of studio glass, of which Italy (and more specifically, Murano) was firmly at the forefront. Bright, fresh and modern was the brief, communicated through artisanal techniques and unexpected details. See how beautifully it plays out on this vase. Please note, this item is a truly original vintage piece with slight imperfections and

Geometric lines flowing down the sides create a softening effect for an object that is both useful and beautiful

These soup plates from the 1960s feature scalloped gold rims and delicate sprinklings of hand-painted blooms

laced and stitched around a supportive leather base

Orrefors is one of the studios positioned firmly at the fore

Each waterproof design from the maker is brought to life with the help of Cornish artisans

Each piece in this set of nine is plucked from the mid-century and features seven indentations – or in the case of the larger plate

Each piece is crafted and embroidered in Spain from quality linen

The distinctive scent captures the essence of the famous Swedish Bitters Elixir with notes of wild plants

which share the same distinctive organic silhouettes

means that they're guaranteed to catch the light and cast shadows around the room

walnut handle and a short blade for effortless foil removal

This terracotta clay serving bowl is unglazed and exclusive to ABASK