Hand-Blown Uranium Glass Sculpture – Mid-Century Murano Style

Decorative sculpture made of hand-blown uranium glass, characterized by its lime green hue and intense fluorescence under ultraviolet light. The piece features an organic, fluid shape with upward lines that evoke the dynamism of mid-20th-century Italian design.

History of the object: Uranium glass, also known as vaseline glass due to its characteristic color, uses small amounts of uranium dioxide before melting. This technique, popularized in the 19th century and revived by Murano glass masters in the 1940s and 1950s, is highly valued by collectors for its reactivity to UV light and complex artisanal manufacturing.

Details and Condition:
- Period: 1940s
- Technique: Hand-blown art glass with polished base
- Height: 25 cm (9.8 inches)
- Width: 9 cm (3.5 inches)
- Material: Uranium glass
- Condition: Excellent condition, no cracks or chips. The base shows the manual polishing typical of high-quality pieces.

Value of the object: This is a collector's item ideal for Mid-Century Modern style interiors or for cabinets of curiosities specializing in art glass and objects of historical scientific importance.