Blue Bullicante Murano Vase, 20th Century - Lot 140

Blue Bullicante Murano Vase, 20th Century A Murano blown-glass sculpture-vase, composed of three tilted and stacked vase forms, fused together while hot to form a vertical composition. Crafted from aqua blue glass (blu acquamarina) with a thick layer of clear glass, this piece employs the “bullicante” technique, characterized by a regular network of air bubbles trapped within the glass mass. The three elements were assembled while hot, without any adhesive, using traditional Murano glassmaking techniques. The base features a polished pontil, a finish characteristic of high-quality pieces. Produced in Murano, Italy, in the late 20th century, this piece is unsigned. Details: Origin: Murano, Italy. Period: late 20th century. Material: blown glass. Technique: bullicante. Color: aqua blue with clear glass. Height: 37 cm. Weight: 2.52 kg. Condition: excellent condition, no chips, cracks, or restoration; slight wear under the base consistent with normal use.