Decorative art glass compote bowl / centerpiece vase
Estimated Value
$75-$250
A striking decorative blown-glass compote or centerpiece bowl with a wide, undulating scalloped rim in pale white glass and a translucent amethyst-to-smoke colored body. The form is highly sculptural, with a flared, petal-like bowl resting on a clear, faceted pedestal base. The piece appears hand-blown and artist-made rather than mass-produced, with strong emphasis on color contrast, fluid curves, and display appeal. It could function as a centerpiece bowl, fruit bowl, or purely as decorative art glass.
Era
Mid-Century Modern to Late 20th Century (approximately 1950s-1980s)
Origin
Likely Murano, Italy or another European art glass center; exact origin unknown
Material
Colored art glass with clear glass base and applied white glass rim
Condition
Good overall condition; no obvious chips or cracks visible in the image, though there may be minor surface wear and the exact condition of the rim/base cannot be fully verified from one view
Physical Details
Dimensions
Approximately 12-16 inches wide and 10-14 inches tall
Weight
Medium
Authentication
Authenticity Score
Medium - the piece appears consistent with quality hand-blown art glass, but without a signature, label, or underside view, maker and date cannot be confirmed
Provenance
Likely from a studio or factory known for decorative art glass, possibly Murano-style production; no maker's mark or label is visible, so provenance cannot be confirmed from the image alone
Historical Significance
Represents the postwar popularity of sculptural decorative glass and the mid-century interest in bold color, organic forms, and functional art objects. Pieces of this type are often collected as examples of studio glass design.
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