Murano Signed Chinese Coolie Figurines, 15" tall, second a few inches shorter

[sariazi]

I have the two above-referenced figurines. They are shaded with ebony color and signed/etched in the glass is the signature of someone I cannot make out. I bought these from an estate auction from the home of a doctor recently nominated for the nobel peace prize. The figurines are gorgeous and perfect. I really don't know what I have. Please let me know what you think.



I just added the Coolies. Additionally I have a Murano vintage aquarium that is perfect. It is 12 X 9.5 X 3.5.

Any info regarding any piece would be greatky apreciated.

[shandiane78]

Possibly Seguso? But we really need to see photos of the pieces and the signatures.

[fossilfly]

please post pics.

[shandiane78]

Looks like the signature of Luigi Onesto.

I don't know about the aquarium. Looks contemporary though. Is that one signed?

[sariazi]

Yes, it is signed on the bottom. Looks like "A. Miau - Murano". What do you think?

[shandiane78]

Doesn't ring a bell. I would need to see the signature.

[sariazi]

How is this???

[shandiane78]

Sorry, I don't recognize it.

[sariazi]

I have learned that the aquarium was made by and signed by Alfio Miam, founder of Formia glass in the early 60's. The Coolies/Asian figurines are signed by Luigi Onesto. I have similar pieces that are currently for sale by contemporary artists, but none made by these specific artists. If any one has any idea about the value of these pieces, please let me know. Regards, Susan

[spartina]

Nice research! I learned something today, Formia glass is still around,they make some nice glass. I don't have an idea of value however.