Murano Style Art Glass Miniature Bucket

This item is an exquisite example of art glass, likely crafted in the Murano tradition. It features a tapered bucket or pail silhouette with a wide mouth and a flat, circular base. The glass body is a vibrant, translucent sky blue, beautifully accented by vertical, swirling white latticino or filigree-style ribbons that wrap around the circumference in a rhythmic, wavy pattern. The piece is further characterized by two small, applied clear glass 'ear' handles on opposite sides, which are common in Mid-Century Modern Italian glass aesthetics. The craftsmanship displays high quality, with the delicate glass strands seamlessly integrated into the structure. Within the blue glass, fine micro-bubbles are visible, a hallmark of hand-blown artisan glass. The condition appears excellent with no visible chips, cracks, or heavy scratching on the polished surface. Given the style and technique, this piece likely dates from the 1950s to the 1970s. It stands as a decorative miniature, possibly intended as a heavy-walled salt cellar or a toothpick holder, showcasing the playful yet elegant design language of peak European glassmaking.