Vintage Murano Millefiori Art Glass Turtle Tortoise Paperweight Figurine

Vintage Murano Millefiori Art Glass Turtle Tortoise Paperweight

Vintage Murano art glass turtle or tortoise figurine featuring a clear domed body decorated with colourful millefiori glass canes forming the shell.

The shell displays concentric bands of blue, white, yellow and red floral millefiori canes, while the head and feet are formed from dark green glass. Its compact size and rounded form make it ideal as a decorative ornament, desk accessory or small paperweight.

Condition: Good vintage condition with light surface wear consistent with age and careful use. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form part of the condition description.

Circa: Mid to late 20th century.

Dimensions & Item Details

• Murano art glass turtle or tortoise
• Colourful millefiori cane shell decoration
• Clear domed glass body
• Dark green glass head and feet
• Suitable as a paperweight or display ornament
• Exact measurements to be added

A piece of Italian art glass, made for collectors of Murano glass, millefiori paperweights, animal figurines and vintage decorative glass.

Item Details

• Origin: Venice
• Antique: No
• Material: Glass
• Vintage: Yes
• Era: Late 20th Century (1970-1999)
• Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
• Production Style: Art Glass
• Production Technique: Millefiori
• Finish: Glossy
• Country of Origin: Italy
• Handmade: Yes