Eugene Berman, Obelisk from Le Rovine
Eugene Berman
Obelisk from Le Rovine
Venini
Italy, 1951
iridized glass with applied details
4 w × 3.25 d × 17 h in (10 × 8 × 43 cm)
This obelisk is part of La Rovine centerpiece, a work comprised of twelve elements–five figures and seven obelisks, inspired by ancient statues and architectural ruins.
Signed with three-line acid stamp to underside 'Venini Murano Italia'.
Provenance: Private Collection, New York
Literature: Venetian Art Glass: An American Collection 1840-1970, Barovier, pg. 244 illustrates another work from series Art Glass from Murano: 1910-1970, Heiremans, pg. 269 illustrates works from series
Condition Report: Condition of the item is not included in this description. Condition reports are available from Wright upon request. Wright strongly recommends that you review a condition report for each item on which you plan to bid. Email condition@wright20.com to request a condition report.
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Eugene Berman
Obelisk from Le Rovine
Venini
Italy, 1951
iridized glass with applied details
4 w × 3.25 d × 17 h in (10 × 8 × 43 cm)
This obelisk is part of La Rovine centerpiece, a work comprised of twelve elements–five figures and seven obelisks, inspired by ancient statues and architectural ruins.
Signed with three-line acid stamp to underside 'Venini Murano Italia'.
Provenance: Private Collection, New York
Literature: Venetian Art Glass: An American Collection 1840-1970, Barovier, pg. 244 illustrates another work from series Art Glass from Murano: 1910-1970, Heiremans, pg. 269 illustrates works from series
Condition Report: Condition of the item is not included in this description. Condition reports are available from Wright upon request. Wright strongly recommends that you review a condition report for each item on which you plan to bid. Email condition@wright20.com to request a condition report.
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