Vintage Murano Glass Floral Centerpiece Bowl, Red Amber Hand-Blown, Mid-Century Modern

A vintage hand-blown Murano glass bowl with an organic, sculptural flower or starburst shape. Approximately five and a half inches round at the opening. The piece features a dramatic central form in deep ruby or red glass, surrounded by six scalloped petals in cream, white, and amber tones.

The piece works as a centerpiece bowl, an ashtray, a catch-all dish, or simply as a display object—its visual presence justifies its place on a shelf or tabletop.

Details

  • Item: Floral centerpiece bowl/ashtray
  • Origin: Murano, Italy
  • Era: Mid-Century Modern (MCM), circa 1950s–1970s
  • Materials: Hand-blown borosilicate glass
  • Primary Colors: Ruby red, amber, cream, white
  • Design: Organic flower or starburst shape with six scalloped petals
  • Style: Free-form, sculptural, biomorphic
  • Maker/Attribution: No visible maker mark—typical of mid-century Murano production. Often attributed to makers such as Barovier & Toso, Archimede Seguso, or similar Murano glasshouses of the era
  • Size/Measurements: Approximately 5.5 inches diameter at opening, 2 inches diameter at base
  • Weight: Substantial—typical of hand-blown Murano glass
  • Features: Hand-blown, layered color technique, free-form scalloped rim, sculptural three-dimensional form

Condition Grade: Very Good

Positives

  • Glass is intact—no chips or cracks
  • Color is vibrant and rich—not faded or clouded
  • Form is perfectly preserved with sharp scalloped edges
  • Clear, deep color saturation throughout
  • Substantial glass weight—typical of quality hand-blown Murano
  • No cloudiness, scratches, or significant wear marks
  • Fully functional as bowl, ashtray, or display object

Issues / Wear

  • Minor surface patina and age marks consistent with 50+ years
  • No maker mark visible—does not diminish authenticity or value for mid-century Murano glassware

See all photos for detail—sold as pictured.

Collector's Notes

A straightforward vintage Murano glass centerpiece bowl for someone collecting mid-century Italian glass, furnishing an MCM home, or appreciating hand-blown art glass from the 1950s–1970s.

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Disclaimer

All items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description. 

While I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.

Please Note:
These pieces come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. You may wish to perform additional cleaning depending on your preference.

Good to Know Before You Buy

Yes. Every photo on this page is the actual item you will receive. Not a stock photo, not a similar copy. What you see is what ships.

Honestly. This is vintage, so expect some age. When I find wear, writing, stains, loose pages, chips, or missing pieces, I note them and show them in the photos. Some marks add character. Some are just flaws. I tell you which is which so you can decide if this is the right one for you.

With care. Old books and fragile pieces are wrapped and boxed so they arrive the way they left me. Careful packing is one of the things buyers mention most in their reviews. Orders of $35 or more ship free.

Probably not. Everything here is one of a kind, and I rarely find the same item twice. Once it sells, it is gone. Vintage does not restock neatly.