An exceptional 19th century Venetian flat oval Glass Jug, Circa 1870
An exceptional 19th century Venetian flat oval Glass Jug, Circa 1870
An exceptional 19th century Venetian flat oval Glass Jug, Circa 1870
An exceptional 19th century Venetian flat oval Glass Jug, Circa 1870
An exceptional 19th century Venetian flat oval Glass Jug, Circa 1870
An exceptional 19th century Venetian flat oval Glass Jug, Circa 1870
An exceptional 19th century Venetian flat oval Glass Jug, Circa 1870
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An exceptional 19th century Venetian flat oval Glass Jug, Circa 1870

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A  rare 19th century Venetian flat oval Glass Jug probably from the island of Murano.

The body decorated with classical floral and swirl motifs in the 17th century style. The top with an applied series of glass drops.

Circa 1870

Height : 22.5cm

Width : 21cm

Depth : 7cm

 

In Murano during the  16th and 17th centuries saw the introduction of enamel decoration to glass, this  involved applying a layer of enamel to the surface of the glass and then firing it in a kiln to create  durable and colorful decoration. Enamel decoration was a popular technique in the Middle East. Like other foreign innovations, it was brought to Murano by Venetian traders. Murano glassmakers quickly adopted this technique and began producing colorful, enameled glassware. Glass with enamel decoration became popular among their rich customers and is still highly valued by collectors.