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Anzolo Fuga Exquisite Hand-Blown Glass Cat with Fish Bones Inside 1950s

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

Description
Rare and important hand-blown glass cat with fish bones shown in its stomach by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.) Murano Italy 1950’s. This work has an opaque acid finish except where the glass is cut away in the front to reveal the fish bones. Fuga created unique and highly creative works for A.V.E.M. during his time there. This cat exemplifies his superb creativity and the fine artisanship of the glass blowers there.

Reference:
AVEM Arte Vetraria Muranese, Artistic Production 1932-1972 by Marc Heiremans, published by Arnoldsche in 2020, on page 227 is a black and white photograph of this model from the AVEM Archives with the caption, “Anzolo Fuga”.

W: 4 inches
D: 4.5 inches
H: 14 inches

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (exact item)
Notes:	Reference: AVEM Arte Vetraria Muranese, Artistic Production 1932-1972 by Marc Heiremans, published by Arnoldsche in 2020, on page 227 is a black and white photograph of this model from the AVEM Archives with the caption, “Anzolo Fuga”.
Origin:	Italy
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Hand-Blown Murano Glass - Handcrafted
Condition:	Good. Condition: Excellent
Creation Date:	1950s
Styles / Movements:	Art Glass, Collectible Design, Mid Century
Patterns:	Abstract, Animal/Insects, Handmade, Modern
Dealer Reference #:	fuga60
Incollect Reference #:	781552

Dimensions

W.	4 in;	H.	14 in;	D.	4.5 in;
W.	10.16 cm;	H.	35.56 cm;	D.	11.43 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.