Italian Opaline Glass Vase - White and Brown

Stunning vintage Italian opaline glass vase in a refined jug form, hand-blown with delicate brown marbled inclusions. The graceful silhouette, highlighted by a transparent glass handle, reflects the artistry of mid-century Italian glass design. Created in the style of Carlo Moretti and produced by the Italian glassworks Opalin Florence, this piece combines Murano-style craftsmanship with modern simplicity. Its balance of white opaline and earthy tones evokes timeless elegance, making it a standout decorative accent or collectible art glass object.

Product details:

• Overall dimensions: 9" x 5 7/8"
• Technique: Hand-blown white opaline glass with brown inclusions
• Origin: Italy (Opalin Florence)
• Date: 1970s
• Signature: Unsigned
• Condition: Very good vintage condition; no cracks or chips

Carlo Moretti (1934–2008) was an acclaimed Italian designer and co-founder of the eponymous glass studio established in 1958 on the island of Murano, Venice - world-famous for its centuries-old glassmaking tradition. Trained in architecture, Moretti brought a modern, minimalist sensibility to Venetian glass, combining rigorous form with subtle chromatic effects and exceptional craftsmanship. His work stood out for its balance between artisanal technique and contemporary design, often experimenting with asymmetry, color gradients, and translucent layering. Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, Moretti became one of the leading voices in mid-century Italian glass, helping to redefine Murano’s identity in the context of modern art and international design. Carlo Moretti’s creations remain highly collectible and are featured in major design museums and private collections around the world, like the MoMA in New York and the Victoria; Albert Museum in London, prized for their elegance, purity of form, and timeless artistic vision.

Opalin Florence was a smaller Italian glass manufacturer active in the mid-20th century, known for its artisanal production of opaline glass objects. Based in Tuscany, Opalin Florence collaborated with notable designers of the era and produced limited series of handmade decorative items, appreciated for their craftsmanship and elegance.