Signed Seguso Vetri D'arte Monster Vessel

[ARTFROMTRASH]

Hello

I have this monsterous Murano "Vessel". It must weigh around 40-50 lbs since it max-ed out my postal scale. Its huge with a height of 11 inches, a widest diameter of about 11 inches, a circumference of 36 inches and a thickness of 1/2 inch at the top lip (probably the thinest part!) Its in perfect condition and is signed on the polished pontil base: "Seguso V. D'Arte" I believe it was made in the 1960's.

Its basically an aquamarine glass with the purple and white stripes revealing the interior at window-like areas. The interior is a turquoise color, and there is an applied opaque white band around the top of the vessel. Its certainly the largest piece of Murano I have ever owned!
From What I can tell its probably a Pinzoni Era Creation. I guess I have two questons, does anyone know the time frame of its creation, and secondly whats the value?

Thanks in Advance!
AFT

[glassman]

Thats an impressive piece! The signature looks like it is from the timeframe you mentioned, as in the 60's and 70's a "thicker" signature was used more often. However, I have not seen anything similar to this, as it is unusual. The basic heavy robust design is definitely Seguso, but beyond that, I am uncertain. I wish I could be of more help.
Do you have any more information on the item?

[ARTFROMTRASH]

Thanks!
I don't have much to go on, except that it was with a variety of things dating to the 1950's - 1960's. I looked at a few pieces and the closest ones I could find were 1952-68 era, it looked more like an incalmo piece and a Colorri Sovraposte Vase. I've asked Ragoarts for consideration in their Modernist Auction this Fall, I will add their remarks when I hear back from them. I think by sheer weight, It must have taken a team to create it! It reminded me of Dale Chihuly because of the grandness and wild coloration of the piece.

AFT

[fossilfly]

You may want to try another Murano Glass Forum at www.glassmessages.com (http://www.glassmessages.com), the members there are very knowledgeable, and may have seen something similar or at least steer you in the right direction. If you learn any more about the piece I would be very interested as well!

Charlie

[ARTFROMTRASH]

Thanks I shall do that!
AFT

[ARTFROMTRASH]

Here's three more photos I'll try to take others ASAP.

AFT

[ARTFROMTRASH]

This piece remains a bit of a mystery. I'd like to offer it soon, any suggestions, helps approx value??? :confused:

[fossilfly]

AFT, Thanks for the extra photos, however it still doesn't look like anything that I have seen in the past, or in any of my books. As far as value, I really cannot give you an answer. If you do learn more about it, please post, as I would be interested in learning more about it.


Charlie