Description

The Fazzoletto Millefiori Vase by Murano Design brings together two distinctive traditions of Vetro Artistico di Murano: the iconic Fazzoletto form and Millefiori decoration created with colorful murrine. Its compact size makes it versatile enough to use as a flower vase, centerpiece, or decorative art object on a console, coffee table, bookshelf, or sideboard.

The lower section is made of lattimo glass, a traditional Murano glass known for its soft, milky-white opaline appearance. The upper section is created separately using layers of colored transparent glass with multicolored murrine fused into them. Each murrina originates from a multilayered glass cane. The cane is cut into thin cross-sections, which are then incorporated into the glass while it is still hot.

The two sections are joined through a complex double hot-working process. The master glassmaker must carefully control the temperature of both glass masses. This prevents internal stress and creates a strong, stable bond. The rim is then shaped entirely by hand to create the distinctive flowing, wavy profile of the Fazzoletto form (the form evokes the lightness and fluidity of a silk scarf).

Cobalt blue, Venetian red, aquamarine, and milky white create a vibrant contrast, while the colorful murrine add depth and intricate detail. Slight variations in shape, color distribution, and the contours of the wavy rim are natural characteristics of the handmade process.

The vase is ideal for small bouquets, tulips, freesias, ranunculus, and decorative branches. It can also be used as a decorative bowl for chocolates or candy, or as a stylish catchall for keys and other small items.

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer: Thomas Apa
Collection: Millefiori Handkerchief
Type: artistic vase, centerpiece, and decorative bowl
Material: authentic Murano art glass
Origin: Murano, Venice – Italy
Colors: nnn vv ggg nnn cobalt blue, Venetian red, milky white, aquamarine, and multicolored murrine
Techniques: Millefiori, glass blowing, and double hot working
Craftsmanship: Entirely handcrafted
Form: Fazzoletto form with a distinctive wavy rim, evoking the lightness and fluidity of a silk scarf
Height: about 13–14 cm
Diameter: about 15–16 cm
Weight: 2.6–3.3 lb (1.2–1.5 kg)
Estimated availability: approximately 2 weeks

What’s Included

The set includes:

• 1 Fazzoletto Millefiori vase
• indicative dimensions: Ø 5.9–6.3 × H 5.1–5.5 in (Ø 15–16 × H 13–14 cm)
• indicative weight: 2.6–3.3 lb (1.2–1.5 kg)
• Certificate of Authenticity;
• Documentation confirming the origin of the piece

The shape of the rim, the distribution of the murrine, and the color variations may differ slightly from one piece to another. These differences are natural characteristics of handmade glass and make every vase unique.

Use & Styling

The vase can be used as:

• a vase for small bouquets;
• a vase for tulips, freesias, and ranunculus;
• a vase for lily of the valley and small olive branches;
• a centerpiece;
• a decorative bowl for chocolates;
• a candy bowl;
• a designer catchall for keys and small items;
• a stand-alone decorative art object.

Its compact size makes it ideal for coffee tables, consoles, bookshelves, nightstands, desks, and small dining tables.

The vase works beautifully in Italian Contemporary, Mediterranean Style, Coastal Luxury, Modern Classic, Mid-Century Modern, and Eclectic Design interiors. The contrast between the white lattimo glass and colorful murrine is especially striking against natural wood, marble, clear glass, and monochromatic surfaces.

Included in the Price

• quality inspection before shipment;
• certified professional packaging;
• Certificate of Authenticity
• Product origin documentation
• Full shipping insurance;
• International delivery;
• After-sales support;
• technical consultation;
• consulting for inclusion in interior design.

Why choose this vase

This piece brings together lattimo glass, colored transparent glass, Millefiori murrine, traditional glass blowing, and the Fazzoletto form in a single object. Its creation involves several separate stages. The two sections are made independently, joined while hot, and finished by shaping the distinctive wavy rim entirely by hand.

The murrine are not painted onto the surface or applied after the vase is made. They are fused directly into the hot glass. Their exact arrangement can never be reproduced identically, giving each vase its own unique pattern.

Its compact size makes the vase easy to display even in smaller spaces without sacrificing its decorative presence. It also makes a distinctive wedding, anniversary, or housewarming gift, as well as a special piece for collectors and enthusiasts of Italian design.