Pair Murano Glass Lamps, Orange with Aventurine (mid century)
Description This is a pair of mid century genie-shaped Murano lamps in a rare orange color with matching orange finials. The bases have a subtle almond-shaped gold aventurine pattern. Aventurine is a process developed in Murano in the 17th century to create glittery inclusions in the glass using metallic crystals. Talk about a pop of color! Details Italy, mid 20th century 21" tall glass base, 25 1/2" to top of socket, 7 1/2" diameter Professionally rewired and mounted on a new lucite base Harps, shades and finials not included Excellent condition with some oxidation to hardware About Murano Glass Venice has been a center of glass making for centuries. It wasn’t until the 13th century that glass making was moved to the island archipelago of Murano by decree to protect the wooden structures of Venice from the fire hazard caused by the furnaces used in the process. The isolation of the production facilities also allowed the Venetians to closely guard their production secrets and inn