Vase Vetreria Fratelli Toso Millefiori Murrine, Murano early 20th century

Very large murrine glass vase with applied handles, made by Vetreria Fratelli Toso in the early 20th century. The vase is crafted with multicoloured murrines arranged in vertical rows and features a matte acid finish. An authentic example of Murano glass art from the early 20th century that will enhance any art glass collection. An identical example is illustrated in Lesly Pina's book on Fratelli Toso on page 34. Fratelli Toso was one of the leading manufacturers of artistic glass in Murano in the 20th century. In the early 1900s, the company began producing pieces using the murrine technique. Murrine and millefiori glass remain one of Fratelli Toso's major areas of expertise. In 1912, a very successful series of art glass inspired by the Liberty style, designed by Hans Stoltenberg Lerche, was presented at the Venice Biennale. From 1936, Ermanno Toso became the artistic director and elevated Millefiori glass to an unprecedented level. A great success was also the Stellato and Cattedrale vases, created between 1948 and 1964 by the artist Pollio Perelda. In the 1960s and 1970s, Renato Giusto and Rosanna Toso created modern series in cristallo glass for Fratelli Toso. The company closed its doors in 1982. Bibliographic references: Marc Heiremanns, Fratelli Toso Murano 1902-1980, Stuttgart 2018. Leslie Pina, Fratelli Toso 1854-1980, Atgen 2004, page 34. Rossela Junck, Murrine e Millefiori in Murano Glass from 1830 to 1930, Venice 1999.