Mid-Century Murano Glass Paperweight

Mid-Century Murano Glass PaperweightMurano glass paperweights date back thousands of years; born almost by accident, they were formed from scraps of coloured glass that would otherwise have been thrown away. Over time, expert blowers have utilised several techniques to bring each paperweight to life, such as millefiori, murrina and lampwork. This results in intricate patterns and scenes formed of multicoloured rods, beads and canes. Please note, this item is a truly original vintage

This set of three brass vintage candelabra was created in the 1950s for the storied Swedish interiors brand Svenskt Tenn

You’ll note that the box is detailed with a snippet from one of Wang Zhihuan’s poems

five poker dice and a velvet drawstring dice bag

this 1930s cockail shaker is etched with a fine geometric pattern using a very precise technique called 'jewelling'

These dinner plates are painted in the camaïeu style with an ornate floral design and lobbed rim

look to Zanetto – the Italian workshop has been ‘playing with metal to create unusual and contemporary shapes’ since 1963

competition balls

Kaneko Kohyo makes ‘tokkuri’ sake vessels with distinct designs that awaken subtle taste and aroma differences

this Italian domed box is beautifully constructed from a glossy Murano green glass and complete with gilt bronze mounts for a sophisticated finish

they painstakingly hand-stitch each piece with a highly detailed leaf motif

where multigenerational artisans spin

Made in Italy