Larger object is SOLD, only the smaller is available.
Extraordinary and very large (54,5 & 86 cm in height) glass objects by famous designer and Memphis Group founding member Matteo Thun (1952 – Italy). Rinascimento Collection for Tiffany & Co, made by Murano glass house Barovier&Toso in Venezia in 1987.
This series of art glass is regarded as one of the most noteworthy made in the 1980s, as stated in the book ‘Venetian Glass 1890-1990’ by Rosa Barovier Mentasti, Arsenale Editrice, 1992. This particular series of art glass vases is described as ‘..as well as as the large blue Rinascimento vase series, with annular narrowing and decorated by bold cuts and the fine crystalline glasses crafted ''a lume'' designed by Matteo Thun.’ These unique and breathtaking crystal objects in different hues of blue are a fine example of the talent and vision of Matteo Thun. The simple and yet sophisticated form of these pieces is outstanding. These objects are engraved with geometric forms and shapes.
The glass objects are signed and numbered – and in excellent condition.
Dimensions (the largest vase)
Height: 33.86 in (86 cm)
Width: 11.82 in (30 cm)
Depth: 11.82 in (30 cm)
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Larger object is SOLD, only the smaller is available.
Extraordinary and very large (54,5 & 86 cm in height) glass objects by famous designer and Memphis Group founding member Matteo Thun (1952 – Italy). Rinascimento Collection for Tiffany & Co, made by Murano glass house Barovier&Toso in Venezia in 1987.
This series of art glass is regarded as one of the most noteworthy made in the 1980s, as stated in the book ‘Venetian Glass 1890-1990’ by Rosa Barovier Mentasti, Arsenale Editrice, 1992. This particular series of art glass vases is described as ‘..as well as as the large blue Rinascimento vase series, with annular narrowing and decorated by bold cuts and the fine crystalline glasses crafted ''a lume'' designed by Matteo Thun.’ These unique and breathtaking crystal objects in different hues of blue are a fine example of the talent and vision of Matteo Thun. The simple and yet sophisticated form of these pieces is outstanding. These objects are engraved with geometric forms and shapes.
The glass objects are signed and numbered – and in excellent condition.
Dimensions (the largest vase)
Height: 33.86 in (86 cm)
Width: 11.82 in (30 cm)
Depth: 11.82 in (30 cm)
INQUIRE ABOUT THIS LISTING
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