Summary
Delicate, opaque glass vase in the shape of a scallop shell manufactured by Compagnia Venezia-Murano (CVM), Venice, Italy, circa 1880. It is probable this piece was made by members of the Seguso family who worked for CVM.
Compagnia Venezia-Murano were awarded a First Order of Merit (gold medal) for their display. The company also received commissions from St Paul's cathedral in Melbourne for glass mosaics (which still exist).
Physical Description
Blown slightly opaque glass. Scallop shell bowl on top of tapering to foot stem with circular foot. Irregular drizzles of gold over body, stem and foot. No markings.
More Information
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Collection Names
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Cultural Gifts Donation from Dr Will Twycross, 23 Jan 2009
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Acknowledgement
Donated through the Australian Government's Cultural Gifts Program
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Manufacturer
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Place & Date Exhibited
Royal Exhibition Building (REB), Carlton, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1880-1881
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Collector
Mr John Twycross, Elsternwick, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1881
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Classification
Royal exhibition building, International exhibitions, Exhibition heritage
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
110 mm (Width), 256 mm (Height)
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Maximum dimensions
95 mm (Width), 260 mm (Height)
Measurement From Conservation.
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Maximum dimensions
95 mm (Width), 260 mm (Height)
Measurement From Conservation.
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Keywords
Decorative Arts, Exhibitions: Melbourne International, 1880-1881, Glass, Italian Art, Royal Exhibition Building
