Possible Murano glass bowl
Not entirely sure who made it. Google image search of the item brought up Dino Martens Murano glass. Would like to see if it's authentic. Great condition. Oval shape with wavy edges. Black and white swirl in blown glass.
12" w x approx. 3.25" h
Secondhand Store
Yes
Hi Carla,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Without a signature, label or documentation otherwise attributing this to Dino Martens, the best I can say is this certainly looks like his work and that it can be "attributed to" him without confirming 100% by his hand. Note that signed / labeled pieces nearly always have more value than unsigned pieces.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
A vintage Murano hand-blown black and white glass bowl
Attributed to Dino Martens (1894-1970), Murano, Italy, circa 1950s
Of circular section with lobed rim and black and white pinwheel design, on a circular foot. Apparently unmarked.
3-1/4 inches high, 12 inches diameter
CONDITION: appears to be in good condition
PROVENANCE: acquired at a second hand store
$400-600*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, or questions/concerns, and thank you again for using Mearto.
~ Delia
