Mid-20th-century Venetian Mirror With Murano Glass And A Hand-blown Glass Frame
Dimensions: 82 cm high x 57 cm wideThis mirror is an excellent example of theluxury Venetian craftsmanship produced on the island of Murano during themid-20th century. Its design is clearly inspired by Rococo modelsdeveloped in Venice during the 18th century, reinterpreted through the techniques anddecorative style that characterized the great Murano workshops, which producedfor both the Italian market and international export.
The piece is centered around an oval moon,surrounded by a complex glass structure combining engraved,molded, and applied elements. Arranged across these surfaces are numerousgilded glass appliqués shaped like flowers, leaves, andscrolls, creating a sculptural effect of great visual richness.
The upper section, designed as a large floral compositioncrowned by a central flower, reinforces the mirror’s verticality andconstitutes a characteristic element of the Venetian tradition.
From a stylistic perspective, the work is part ofthe decorative historicism that dominated much of Murano’s productionin the 20th century. During this period, many workshopsrevived the most prestigious designs from Venice’s past, particularly those associatedwith the Rococo and late Baroque periods, adapting them to the elegant interiors ofthe time.
The result was exuberant, luminous pieces with adistinctly ornamental character, designed to become the focal points ofthe space.
The combination of the crystal’s brilliance, the moon’s reflection,and the richness of the gilded embellishments creates that sense of opulence for whichVenetian mirrors are renowned worldwide.
Overall, this is a Venetian mirrorwith a remarkable decorative presence, crafted from Murano glass withblown-glass inlays and engraved decorations, representative ofthe historicist luxury production of the mid-20th century and a direct heirof the great Venetian ornamental tradition. Its value lies both in thecomplexity of its craftsmanship and in the aesthetic richness of a design thatmasterfully combines sculpture, engraving, and glasswork.
The mirror has chips, as shown in the photographs
The piece is centered around an oval moon,surrounded by a complex glass structure combining engraved,molded, and applied elements. Arranged across these surfaces are numerousgilded glass appliqués shaped like flowers, leaves, andscrolls, creating a sculptural effect of great visual richness.
The upper section, designed as a large floral compositioncrowned by a central flower, reinforces the mirror’s verticality andconstitutes a characteristic element of the Venetian tradition.
From a stylistic perspective, the work is part ofthe decorative historicism that dominated much of Murano’s productionin the 20th century. During this period, many workshopsrevived the most prestigious designs from Venice’s past, particularly those associatedwith the Rococo and late Baroque periods, adapting them to the elegant interiors ofthe time.
The result was exuberant, luminous pieces with adistinctly ornamental character, designed to become the focal points ofthe space.
The combination of the crystal’s brilliance, the moon’s reflection,and the richness of the gilded embellishments creates that sense of opulence for whichVenetian mirrors are renowned worldwide.
Overall, this is a Venetian mirrorwith a remarkable decorative presence, crafted from Murano glass withblown-glass inlays and engraved decorations, representative ofthe historicist luxury production of the mid-20th century and a direct heirof the great Venetian ornamental tradition. Its value lies both in thecomplexity of its craftsmanship and in the aesthetic richness of a design thatmasterfully combines sculpture, engraving, and glasswork.
The mirror has chips, as shown in the photographs
900 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Good condition
Material: Glass
Width: 57
Height: 82
Reference (ID): 1787064
Availability: In stock
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