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Anzolo Fuga Rare Set of 11 Hand-Blown Astrale Plates/Bowls Early-1960s

Creator: Anzolo Fuga - Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M / A.Ve.M./ AVeM)
Offered by: Lobel Modern, Inc.

Description
Rare set of 11 Astrale hand-blown plates/shallow bowls with unique large complex murrhine at bottom by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.), Italy early-1960's. This set includes 6 plates and 4 shallow bowls and 1 smaller plate that retains the original AVEM stickers. These were incredibly hard to execute. There are only a few pieces from the Astrale Series known to exist, including one shown in the 1960 Biennale. These is a mesmerizing set by Anzolo Fuga.

Provenance: Evan Lobel purchased these pieces directly from A.V.E.M. in 2001 as part of a large collection of pieces stored there from the 1940’s, 1950’s and 60’s.

Reference:
Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist by Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Acanthus Press 2005, a general description of the Astrale Series 1960-65 on page 169, this set was cataloged by Rosa Barovier-Mentasti for her book and one piece from this set is shown on page 170 with the description, “Astrale plate, one of six, variation, 1960-65, diam. 24.75 cm.”

Each:
Diam: 10 inches
Bowl H: 3 inches
Plate H: 1.5 inches

Small Plate:
Diam: 9 inches
H: 1.5 inches

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (exact item)
Notes:	Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist by Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Acanthus Press 2005, a general description of the Astrale Series 1960-65 on page 169, this set was cataloged by Rosa Barovier-Mentasti for her book and one piece from this set is shown on page 170 with the description, “Astrale plate, one o
Origin:	Italy
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Hand Blown Glass - Handcrafted
Condition:	Good. Condition: Excellent
Creation Date:	Early-1960s
Number of Pieces:	8+
Styles / Movements:	Studio Craft, Collectible Design, Mid Century
Patterns:	Abstract, Geometric, Handmade, Modern, Stripes & Solid
Dealer Reference #:	fuga122
Incollect Reference #:	727584

Dimensions

H.	3 in;	Diam.	10 in;
H.	7.62 cm;	Diam.	25.4 cm;

Message from Seller:

Lobel Modern was established by Evan Lobel in NYC in 1998 to promote important 20th century designers whose originality and exceptional craftsmanship and materials transformed their works into art. The gallery showcases period furniture, lighting, art, and decorative arts. Lobel Modern takes the condition of their inventory very seriously. If a work is not in original immaculate condition then it is restored by hand to the highest possible standards by Lobel Modern's artisans.