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Toni Zuccheri for Venini Murano Corteccia Glass Pendant, 1960s

Creator: Venini
Offered by: Venfield

Description
Corteccia, or bark glass, was impressed with a pattern resembling the rough surface of tree bark. The abstract pattern on glass served several purposes. Not only was the glass attractive but the gnarled surface with its divots and raised lines had an effect on the refraction of light. It turned out to be an excellent light diffuser and also happened to hide direct view of the light bulbs. Corteccia was usually found on tubular or ribbon-shaped glass like on this fixture. Just one of the impressive designs (along with the Tronchi and the Espirit) that Toni Zuccheri designed for Venini.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Origin:	Italy
Period:	1980-1999
Materials:	Murano Glass,Paint,Steel,Hand-Crafted
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use.
Styles / Movements:	Modern
Incollect Reference #:	751595

Dimensions

H.	15.5 in;	Diam.	18 in;
H.	39.37 cm;	Diam.	45.72 cm;

Message from Seller:

Venfield is a furniture and lighting gallery on the Upper East Side of NYC. The Venfield collection consists of dramatic "made to order" chandeliers and sconces as well as finely crafted, custom made case pieces.