1970s Salviati Murano Glass Ashtray

1970s Salviati Murano Glass AshtrayThrough constant experimentation, Muranos glass guild evolved a series of innovative techniques such as sommerso. The method requires an authentic knowledge of colour combinations, as well as a high level of dexterity in blowing and layering. To achieve the beautiful results of pieces such as this Salviati ashtray, articles are submerged in clear molten glass of a different colour, producing a layered, chromatic effect. Please note, this item is a

Open to discover a considered interior in a coffee-brown tonal shade

Preserving age-old Murano crafting traditions

but Lorenzi Milano reminds us that the tools we keep in our barware collection are just as deserving of their moment in the spotlight

This blue tablecloth is made in the US from overlocked linen with a merrowed edge

and each decade saw him experiment with something new

matches and a pipe

The graphic weave of this brown Palü storage basket – artisan-made in the company’s Port of Genoa workshop – is a striking storage solution

It makes a thoughtful gift for bridge enthusiasts and is guaranteed to elevate any games night

Feldspar’s espresso mugs contain a blend of Cornwall clay and bone ash

Dealer and collector Ray Walters combines the best of heritage and contemporary in his R A W writing instruments

This is part of the natural life cycle and isn’t an indication of defects

This hand-blown find from the archives takes a slender