Murano Aventurine Gold Hand-Blown Art Glass Vase

This mid-century modern art glass vase features a distinctive hand-blown 'handkerchief' or 'swung' silhouette, characterized by four dramatic upright folds that create a petal-like or folded-fabric aesthetic. The piece is constructed with internal gold aventurine (gold flecks), which is a labor-intensive technique involving the suspension of copper crystals within the glass to create a shimmering bronze and gold aesthetic. This metallic layering is set against an opaque cream or latte-colored base. The vase's organic, undulating rim demonstrates high-quality craftsmanship through its thin yet uniform edges and symmetrical folding. While no specific maker's mark is visible in the image, the style and gold aventurine inclusions are hallmarks of mid-20th-century Murano glassmaking, likely dating from the 1950s to the 1970s. The piece maintains a smooth, glossy finish with no evident cracks, deep scratches, or significant clouding, though standard shelf wear to the base can be anticipated. The interior appears consistent with the exterior coloration, suggesting a solid or heavily cased glass construction. Its abstract, sculptural form serves as both a functional vessel and a decorative statement piece typical of the Venetian glass tradition.