Murano Glass Pear Attr. Alfredo Barbini - Pink and Gold Flecks

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 VN_20
Exquisite, tender, and sparkling with 24K gold flecks, this vintage Murano Glass Pear figurine adds a touch of Venetian beauty to any home or office. Attributed to prominent Murano Glass artist Alfredo Barbini, the finely designed and painstakingly handcrafted Italian pear is a coveted art glass sculpture highlighting the richness of Murano Glass artistic tradition. In many cultures pear symbolizes affection and inner peace, which makes it a great gift for many special occasions, from engagements and weddings to birthdays and anniversaries, as well as Christmas and other holidays. The gracious form, the rich colors that seem to flow inside the pear, and the skillful use of complex Murano glass-making techniques along with the unique design all speak in favor of this fruit having been designed and crafted by Alfredo Barbini. Barbini is one of the best-known names in Murano Glass. He lived in Murano from 1912 to 2007 and created amazing Venetian Glass masterpieces that now grace famous museums, art galleries, and top private art collections worldwide. This pear figurine is a work of art that will stand the test of time and will become a family keepsake treasured for generations.

• Measurements: the pear sculpture measures 4-1/2 inches in height and 2-3/4 inches in width.
• This is an authentic vintage Murano Glass sculpture attributed to Alfredo Barbini based on the similarity in craftsmanship, coloring and style to his other marked pieces. This piece, however, is unmarked. GlassOfVenice fully certifies the authenticity of this sculpture and its mid-century origin but cannot guarantee that it was made by Alfredo Barbini.
• This is a pre-owned piece. It is in excellent vintage condition but may show some slight wear commensurate with age. The sculpture is free of defects or damage. There are no chips, cracks, or repairs.
• The sculpture is very well packaged to avoid damage in transit. It ships fully insured.

Larger Murano Glass figures and sculptures are typically made in the ancient factories on Murano island, where there is enough space to turn, twist, and blow the glass, move it into and out of the large furnaces, and cool it down properly. Making the glass mixture with the right color intensity and pattern is only a part of the job. The biggest challenge is shaping the glass just perfectly while keeping it in the correct state in between the bench and the furnace. This requires special skills rarely found outside of Murano Glass artist and artisan community. These Murano Glass sculptures of lovers, Venetian ladies and gentlemen, clowns, abstract art, animals and birds crafted in well-known Murano factories are top-quality art glass pieces sought after by interior decor specialists and collectors alike.