An original Murano glass bowl of elongated shell-like form, with a hotworked pulled rim and ombre-effect colouring that blends green into a muted amber. It was made on the island of Murano, Italy, probably in the 1950s or 1960s.
The base is polished flat. No maker’s mark.
Vintage 1950s Green & Amber Ombre Murano Glass Clam Shell Bowl
Condition
Very minor wear, as you’d expect, including a mark near the base (see last image), otherwise in excellent condition.
Measurements
Height: 90 mm / 3.5"
Width or Diameter: 230 mm / 9.0"
Depth: 140 mm / 5.5"