Murano Ruby Red Art Glass Chalice with Aventurine Seahorse Stem

This is a sophisticated piece of Murano art glass, likely mid-20th century Venetian in origin. The item features a wide, flared ruby red glass bowl with a subtle lobed or scalloped underside and a matching ruby red circular foot. The most striking element is the ornate figurative stem, handcrafted in clear glass infused with heavy gold leaf inclusions (aventurine technique). The stem is sculpted into the form of a stylized seahorse or sea creature with intricate crimped glass spines and a curved body. A decorative rigaree or 'frill' collar connects the bowl to the stem, further showcasing high-quality Italian glassblowing techniques. The craftsmanship is excellent, evident in the seamless fusion of colored and infused glass elements. While specific maker's marks are not visible from this angle, the style is highly consistent with masters such as Salviati or Barovier & Toso. The piece appears to be in excellent condition with no visible chips, cracks, or heavy scratching; however, minor surface wear on the underside of the base would be expected for an authentic vintage piece of this age. The color depth is rich and uniform, suggesting the use of authentic gold salts or copper to achieve the signature ruby hue.