Large Spherical Vase Geacolor by Gae Aulenti for Venini, Murano, 1995

A rare sculptural art glass vase of the Geacolor series made of colorless glass with multicolored fused glass in bold relief. Designed by Gae Aulenti and manufactured by Venini, Venice in 1995. Vibro-engraved inscription: 'venini 95 Gae Aulenti' on the base. Weight 8,6 kilo (19 pound). Venini model number 792.00. One of the iconic Venini art glasses of the late 20th century.

Gaetana "Gae" Aulenti (1927–2012) was an Italian architect, interior designer, and designer. She completed her architecture studies in 1954 and worked as a designer for Knoll, Olivetti, Stilnovo, Venini, Artemide, and others. She designed the award-winning Italian pavilion for the 13th Architecture Triennale in Milan in 1964. In addition to her work as a designer and architect, she worked as an editor and lecturer and designed stage sets.

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Measures:
Height: 11.02" (28 cm)
Diameter: 11.81" (30 cm)

Literature Reference:
Fondazione Giorgio Cini, Gli Artisti di Venini, Milano 1996, page 175
Venini, Venini Art Glass 2003, Murano Venice 2003
Laura Decaminada, VENINI The Magic of Glass, Vicenza 2022, page 46


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: All of our items are in very good condition. They have been utilised and therefore may show age-related traces of usage. If not mentioned in the item description they don't have defects. Feel free to contact us for a detailled condition report.

Dimensions:
Height: 11.02 in.
Width: 11.81 in.
Depth: 11.81 in.

Category: Vases
Origin: Italy
Materials: Art Glass, Murano Glass
Creator: Brand: Venini; Artist: Gae Aulenti

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Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; All of our items are in very good condition. They have been utilised and therefore may show age-related traces of usage. If not mentioned in the item description they don't have defects. Feel free to contact us for a detailled condition report.