Hand-Blown Art Glass Octopus Paperweight

This is a hand-blown art glass figurine depicting a stylized octopus perched atop what appears to be a nautical or aquatic-themed base. The piece is constructed from solid, high-quality glass featuring two distinct color palettes and techniques. The octopus itself is rendered in a warm amber and yellow swirl with delicate blue-green striations, featuring two applied black and white 'googly' eye accents that give the piece a whimsical character. The tentacles are hand-drawn down the sides of the base, showing skilled torch-work manipulation. The lower section of the sculpture is a translucent teal-blue cylinder containing a dense field of controlled air bubbles (bullicante style), meticulously arranged to simulate oxygen in water or ocean spray. Structurally, the piece is a single unit of glass, showing no visible seams or joins, characteristic of off-hand glassblowing. The condition appears excellent with a high-gloss finish, no visible chips, cracks, or surface abrasions, though shelf wear on the bottom surface is expected for its age. This style is consistent with contemporary studio glass from the late 20th to early 21st century, often produced in regions known for glass artisanship like Murano, Italy, or by independent American glass artists. The use of internal bubbling and external color trailing indicates a high level of technical proficiency and manual dexterity.