Murano Art Glass Sea Creature Sculpture (made between 1981-2001)

This beautifully-made Murano sea creature features the remnants of a Vetri Murano label.

The common trademarks "Vetri Murano" and "VM" represent the first attempt by an independent authority to ensure authenticity and establish a seal of guarantee. They were created and owned by "Veneziavetro," the consortium for the promotion of Venetian artistic glass production in Italy and abroad, in 1981. This sticker was part of that original project between 1981 and 2001. 

"Vetri Murano," the result of in-depth historical and graphic research, was created by Max Huber and Roberto Sambonet, internationally renowned designers. It could only be used by companies whose production facilities were located on the island of Murano and whose products were worthy of the high level of creativity and tradition inherent in Murano glass. The use of this trademark was subject to strict controls and regulations. "Vetri Murano" and "VM" aimed to guarantee the authenticity of Murano glass products. The "Vetri Murano" trademark is found only on the products of companies that had the right to use it, in the form of a sticker. 

Sadly the sticker on this piece no longer has the number, which would have identified the specific Murano maker but I consulted experts in the area and their best guess is the Oball glassworks and this piece certainly shares similarities with other pieces produced at Oball. 

Whatever furnace was responsible this piece is beautifully made and is in excellent condition. With the exception of the sticker damage, there are no flaws to report. 

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