20th Century Design Online
Description:
Archimede Seguso (Italian, 1909-1999) Ducks and Bowl, Murano, Italy, c. 1965, in alabaster and ruby, ht. 6 3/4, 6 1/2, 1 1/4, bowl dia. 3 5/8 in.
Note: Seguso was an Italian glass maker known for his intricate vases, necklaces, and sculptures. Spanning a wide range of forms and colors, his subject matter included animals and abstract shapes. Seguso ran the family business Seguso Vetri d'Arte, from 1937 to 1942. The Seguso company continues to produce glass, with works included in the collections of The Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.
Estimate $300-500
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