Murano Style Art Glass Paperweight

This is a contemporary art glass paperweight, featuring an irregular, somewhat teardrop-shaped profile with a flat, polished base. The piece is constructed from high-clarity colorless glass with a sommerso-style internal decoration. At the center of the object is a vibrant orange globular core, which is aesthetically 'wrapped' with horizontal bands of multicolored glass filaments. These ribbon-like accents consist of thin trails of yellow, blue, and black glass, creating a sense of movement and texture within the solid exterior. The outer boundary of the internal arrangement is framed by a thin, luminous blue band that follows the curvature of the main glass body. This internal design suggests Mid-Century Modern influences, specifically reminiscent of Italian Murano techniques like 'filigrana' and 'sommerso.' The overall construction shows a high level of craftsmanship with no visible air bubbles or striations, indicating a quality furnace-worked piece. Regarding condition, the glass surface appears smooth with high luster; however, there are faint surface scratches visible on the right protruding 'tail' and the bottom edge, consistent with shelf wear. There are no large chips or deep cracks discernible from the image. While no maker's mark is visible, the style and execution are typical of late 20th-century studio glass production.

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