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Gorgeous Pair of Multi Sommerso Art Glass Obelisks by Luigi Onesto for Murano

$2,500per set
£1,903.70per set
€2,192.06per set
CA$3,542.72per set
A$3,810.70per set
CHF 2,036.55per set
MX$44,917.32per set
NOK 25,676.12per set
SEK 23,472.85per set
DKK 16,378.36per set

About the Item

Gorgeous pair of multi sommerso art glass obelisks by Luigi Onesto for Murano Glass, circa 1996. The pair are in very good vintage condition with one small scratch on the backside of the taller piece - (please see pictures) and measure 5.5"D x 16.5"H and 4.5"D x 12"H, respectively; created and signed by renowned Murano artist Luigi Onesto. Rare and very hard to find in a matching pair. #4214 Luigi Onesto Luigi Onesto was born in Murano into a glass-making family. At the age of 15 he begins to learn the secrets of glass as an apprentice at Gambaro Poggi, one of the oldest and most famous glass factories on the island. In 1978, he established his own glass art studio, the Vetreria Artistica Oball. His elegant vessels, bottles and objects are created by the technique called sommerso which incorporates layers of different colours. Luigi Onesto is now joined by his sons Fabio and Michele.
  • Creator:
    Luigi Onesto (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)Diameter: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1996
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. The pair are in very good vintage condition with one small scratch on the backside of the taller piece - please see pictures.
  • Seller Location:
    San Diego, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: #42141stDibs: LU936643755692

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