1980s Italian Handblown Fish Aquarium by Glass Studio Murano
An incredibly detailed handblown Murano glass aquarium with three striped fish with orange tails and fins. The multicoloured shells and coral sit at the bottom of the aquarium and shimmer from the silver and gold inclusions. Air bubbles float to the surface through the blue seaweed and red anemone. The vertical rectangular glass aquarium is supported around the base by cobalt blue waves lapping around it. Designed in the late 1970s/early eighties and signed on the base - Glass Studio Murano. The original "MADE IN ITALY - Murano" red and gold circular foil label is also visible.
This is a beautiful example of the Sommerso technique which involves layering different colours of glass on top of each other and then fusing them together. This creates a depth of 3-dimensional colour.
In very good condition with no chips or cracks. One or two scratches to the base.
A beautiful decorative piece suitable for windowsills, sideboards and glass shelving especially if they're illuminated or where natural light shines through.
Dimensions: Width: 21cm Depth: 10cm Height: 21cm
Retro Living evolved from a passion for sourcing eclectic, interesting and unusual items of furniture, art, lighting and objets d'art for my own home which then developed into a website and then a shop.
Retro Living - www.retroliving.co.uk
Retro Living is focussed mainly online selling from a small space in Alfie's and my home in Queens Park. Please check where specific items are located.
Sharkade Ground Floor - GO7, Alfie's Antique Market, 13-25 Church Street, Marylebone London NW8 8DT
Delivery can be arranged to anywhere within the UK, Europe and Worldwide. I often deliver items myself within London and the UK when possible.
Please contact Malcolm on the following number and email address:
T: +44(0)7976 628124
Opening Times:
Tuesday to Friday - 10am - 5pm but call in advance for anything specific because they may not be in Alfies
Saturday - by appointment only
Sunday & Monday - Alfie's is closed