End-of-Day Speckled Glass Vase or Bowl Base

This item is a piece of art glass, likely a rounded vase or bowl, viewed here from the bottom. It features a distinctive 'end-of-day' or confetti-style decoration known as macchia. The vessel is constructed with an opaque white glass base, heavily layered with black frit or splatters and interspersed with metallic copper-colored aventurine inclusions. These copper flecks provide a golden shimmer that contrasts sharply with the monochromatic black and white palette. The patterns are organic and pebble-like in appearance. A central feature is the large, flat, circular ground pontil mark, which is a key indicator of hand-blown craftsmanship. This ground-down scar is where the glass was detached from the pontil rod during the finishing process. The glass appears thick and of high quality, with a glossy exterior finish. There are visible circular scuff marks or shelf wear on the ground base, consistent with an item that has been used or displayed. The style is reminiscent of mid-20th-century Murano glass or similar decorative glassworks from the 1960s or 1970s. The overall condition looks good with no significant cracks or chips visible, though the heavy scuffing on the base is a notable wear characteristic.