GlassOfVenice Murano Glass Pear - Red Blue Amber

From the ManufacturerFor many years GlassOfVenice has focused solely on direct import and worldwide distribution of authentic Murano Glass from Venice, Italy. GlassOfVenice was founded by a team of people with passion for Italy and Venice and appreciation of Venetian artistic heritage. The company carries the full range of Murano Glass crafted by the top artisans, from jewelry to tabletop, vases, sculptures, and chandeliers. GlassOfVenice stocks all its products in the U.S. warehouse and ships to retail and wholesale customers worldwide.Product DescriptionAn elegant piece of Murano Glass Art, this pear adds a touch of Venetian beauty in any home or office. Finely designed and painstakingly handcrafted by the top masters in one of the oldest traditional workshops on Murano island, this Murano pear, stands for the richness of Murano Glass artisan tradition. In many cultures pear symbolizes affection and inner peace, which makes it a great gift for many special occasions, from engagements and weddings, to birthdays and anniversaries, as well as Christmas and other holidays. The gracious form, the rich colors that seem to flow inside the pear, and the use of complex Sommerso glass-making technique created by Murano Glass artists almost a century ago, all support Murano’s reputation of the global center of excellence in contemporary decorative art. This pear conjures up images of blooming orchards and brings you peace and tranquility with a flavor of Venice. This is a work of art that will stand the test of time and will become a family keepsake treasured for generations.●  Measurements: the pear sculpture measures 5-1/2 inches in height and 3-1/2 inches in width. The weight is around 1-1/2 lbs.●  The pear is handcrafted in a family workshop on Murano island by masters who have been practicing their craft for decades.●  This fruit sculpture comes with the sticker of Murano Glass consortium and the certificate of authenticity●  Small variations of colors are possible as each pear is crafted entirely by hand. No two pieces are exactly the same, each pear is unique. This is not a defect but a treasured feature of authentic Murano Glass.