Bidspirit auction | Large Tortoiseshell Murrine Glass Bowl

Large Tortoiseshell Murrine Glass Bowl - Origin: Probably Murano, Italy Date: Mid- to late 20th century Period/Style: Mid-Century Modern Maker: Unidentified Materials: Blown amber art glass with murrine and iridescent inclusions Form: Shallow centerpiece bowl Description: A large, low-profile art glass centerpiece bowl, probably made in Murano, with a thick amber body scattered throughout with irregular dark brown tortoiseshell spots. Sparse multicolored murrine canes and iridescent accents encircle the deep central well, adding flashes of red, yellow, blue, and green against the warm ground. The broad circular rim rises gently from a polished foot, creating a dramatic scale and strong graphic pattern suited to a mid-century interior. Marks: Unmarked. No maker's signature or label observed. Dimensions: 3 in. H, 22.25 in. diameter. Shipping note: Stevens Auction Company does not provide packing or shipping services. For this auction, and only for property we determine can be reasonably transported, Stevens Auction Company will, at the purchaser's written request after the auction, deliver the property to The UPS Store #3164, 1020 N Gloster St, Tupelo, MS 38804, for third-party packing and shipment. Whenever possible, purchasers should contact the store at (662) 840-7222 or store3164@theupsstore.com and obtain a packing and shipping quote before requesting delivery. Store information is available at https://locations.theupsstore.com/ms/tupelo/1020-n-gloster-st. The purchaser is solely responsible for selecting and paying for all packing, shipping, insurance, and related services directly with The UPS Store. Delivery is provided solely as a courtesy, at the purchaser's request and sole risk. Stevens Auction Company assumes no responsibility or liability for loss, damage, delay, packing, handling, transportation, shipment, or any claim arising from delivery to or possession by The UPS Store. Purchasers requesting this service must notify Stevens Auction Company promptly after the auction at info@stevensauction.com. Property must be removed from our premises within fifteen (15) days following the auction. Property not removed within that period is subject to a storage charge of $10 per day per item under our terms and conditions. Additional recommended third-party shippers and information are available at stevensauction.com. Condition: Scattered scratches and scuffs, with moderate surface wear concentrated in the central well. Minor shelf wear is present on the underside, along with small bubbles and inclusions from manufacture. No obvious chips, cracks, or repairs observed.