Head, murano

Height 48 cm
width 11 cm

Unique Murano Glass Sculpture - Homage to Amedeo Modigliani (Signed Rosis, 48 cm).
Subject of this sale is a spectacular collectible art glass sculpture made on the famous Italian island of Murano. The work is a formal, artistic tribute to one of the most important painters and sculptors of the twentieth century - Amedeo Modigliani.The sculpture captivates with its unique form directly referring to the iconic style of the Italian master. The characteristic elongated lines of the face, the slender geometric nose and the deep, saturated red color create a magnetizing work of art that catches the eye in any room.
Specifications and Dimensions:
Overall height: 48 cm
Width of the glass head: 11 cm
Dimensions of the base: 13 cm x 13 cm
Origin: Italy, island of Murano.
Manufacture / Signature: Artwork signed with "Rosis" engraving (also has original preserved label on pedestal).
Inspiration: The work of Amedeo Modigliani.
Technique and Color: The sculpture was made in the masterful sommerso (Italian for "dipped") technique, iconic to the island of Murano. It involves applying successive thick layers of contrasting glass without blending them. As a result, the intense, blood-red depth of the sculpture appears suspended inside a perfectly clear, colorless glass mass, creating an amazing three-dimensional effect. Deep blood red combined with transparent, multi-layered glass, set on a solid cubist base of frosted glass.
Condition of Preservation:The sculpture is preserved in perfect / cabinet condition. No chipping, damage or scratches of any kind.
The glass works extremely dynamically with daylight and artificial light, changing its face depending on the angle of the rays.
Excellent Capital Investment:Signed glass from Murano has been in unflagging demand on the global antiquarian market for years. Figurative sculptures referencing the great masters of modernism are a safe capital investment and are steadily increasing in value. They are an exclusive decorative element for a luxurious living room, study or modern apartment, as well as a sophisticated gift for a seasoned collector.