RARE Vtg MURANO 🇮🇹 ITALY Lamp G.Giacobbe ZANFIRICO Italian ArT GLaSs Latticino For Sale

Antique 1930s-1950s MURANO Hand-Blown Glass Lamp Italian Art Glass G. Giacobbe Zanfirico • DIMENSIONS: 18" w/ shade & bulb, glass is 15" high x 5¼" widest (base) • WEIGHT: 1½ pounds (650 g) before packaging • CONDITION: Excellent Vintage. GLASS: Made with swirled white latticino (glass lace) with layers of pure metallic copper dust (aventurine) submerged between two layers of clear glass. Zanfirico work is difficult to achieve. Notice the fine floral motif in tight white latticino work. Original socket has been rewired to be safer. Retains its rare original foil label.SHADE: Lovely, off-white, lacey lamp shade is beautiful, intact; Antique condition with no noted issues. Shown in both warm and cool lighting to present a range of appearances. Mobile Users: Hit "Full Description" for MORE! Vintage MURANO 🇮🇹 Venetian Italian ArT GLaSs Italy SOMMERSO AVENTURINE Massello Vintage MURANO 🇮🇹 Venetian Italian ArT GLaSs Italy SOMMERSO AVENTURINE Massello

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Murano 🇮🇹 Venetian
Vintage 1950s Italian Art Glass 

G. Giacobbe
Zanfirico Hand-Blown Glass Lamp
with Shade

FEATURES:

• Latticino (Glass Lace)

• G. GIACOBBE  (Label)

• Mid-Century Modern (MCM)

• Measures: 12 inches to top glass

• Measures: 15 inches to top of fixture

• Aventurine (Pure Copper) Metallic dust)

• Sommerso ("Submerged" - Clear casing)

• Zanfirico (Combined decoration pattern/techniques)

• Hand Blown/Lampwork (Hot glass techniques)

• BONUS: Antique silk lamp shade

Made in
Murano, Italy


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• DIMENSIONS: 18" h, overall; with shade and bulb, 15" h; base to socket, and 12" h; glass alone x 5¼" wide (glass at the base)

• WEIGHT: 1½ pounds (650 g) before packaging

• CONDITION: Excellent Vintage: Free from any damage or restoration. In gift or collector-grade condition.

• DISCUSSION: It's rare to find a foil label preserved; more so in such great condition! It reads: "G. GIACOBBE - Murano Glassware Made in Italy VENEZIA (VENICE) piazza S. Marco 71a"

GLASS and Electrical Fixture: This is a stunning authentic Italian Murano zanfirico art glass lamp by G. Giacobbe. As is rare, the lamp retains its original foil label (under the base). It was created in 5 separately made glass structures. They are decorated with a repeating swirled pattern of a band of white latticino (glass lace) alternating with bands of pure metallic copper dust (aventurine), all submerged (sommerso) between two layers of clear glass. This traditional Murano zanfirico hand-blown work was developed in Venice long ago, and it is difficult to achieve. It is perfectly matched in each successive part.
Starting at the bottom, the bell-shaped base is perfectly shaped and includes an indentation to allow passage of the cord; next, a perfectly matched ball shape, a large white latticino floral bloom, a slender zanfirico bottle-shaped part, and finally the glass creation is topped with a fine floral motif in tight white latticino work. Due to the minimal "shelf-wear" observed on the weight-bearing areas of the base, this piece was possibly packaged and stored for some time, and/or displayed very carefully over the years. The A19 bulb socket fixture appears as an original, but the wiring has clearly been modernized for safe use. It's a lovely, stunning piece of Murano artistic excellence! The lovely, off-white, lacey silk, boudoir-style lampshade is period-correct and just elegant! It looks original and is in antique condition. It has a wire spring clip to attach directly to the standard A19 bulb shape.
BONUS SHADE: To be clear, the shade is included as a free bonus item. Our price is for the glass lamp only. It looks so beautiful, though we could not resist offering it together, just as we acquired it some years ago. If you have other plans for a shade, we can easily leave it out, at your request, and ship the lamp without the shade. Any damage in shipping to the fragile shade will be at your risk. Though if you choose to have us ship it, then it will enjoy our well-known superior packaging.
Note that the photographs were taken in both warm and cool lighting to present a range of appearances. As always from OnMyWatch, the glass is damage-free, and it's even more beautiful in person! Guaranteed genuine! Excellent addition to an art glass collection, or a thoughtful gift for a special person! 

FULL CONDITION REPORT: We thoroughly inspected this glass lamp and found no cracks, chips, nicks, scuffs, flea bites, flakes, hairlines, notable scratches, or repairs, with no evidence of grinding or restoration. Any natural indentations, bubbles, tool marks, and/or any other natural textural features are all original to this piece and normal for hand-blown glass. Wear to the base is minimal for its age. Please review all high-resolution photographs, at full size, in forming your own opinions.

 

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About the Maker

G. Giacobbe Murano
 

G. Giacobbe is a renowned glassmaker from Murano, Italy, known for creating exquisite glassware that reflects the rich tradition of Venetian glassmaking. The history of Murano glass dates back to the 13th century when glassmaking was centralized on the island to protect trade secrets and enhance craftsmanship.

 

Overview of G. Giacobbe Murano

G. Giacobbe is a distinguished glassmaker based in Murano, Italy, celebrated for its high-quality glassware. The brand embodies the rich heritage of Venetian glassmaking, which has evolved over centuries.

History of Murano Glassmaking Origins

* 13th Century: Glassmaking was centralized in Murano to safeguard trade secrets and improve craftsmanship.

* Political Motives: The Doge's decree aimed to reduce fire risks in Venice and consolidate glassmaking expertise.

Development

* Master Craftsmen: Glassmakers were highly regarded, enjoying privileges and strict regulations to protect their skills.

* Technological Advances: The invention of clear glass by Angelo Barovier in the 15th century marked a significant leap, making glass transparent and elegant.

Cultural Significance
* Prestige: Murano glass became synonymous with luxury, sought after by nobility and the church.
* Artistic Techniques: The use of polychrome enamels and innovative designs flourished, establishing Murano as a center of artistic glass production.

G. Giacobbe continues this legacy, producing exquisite pieces that reflect the artistry and tradition of Murano glassmaking.

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