Murano Style Art Glass Aquarium Block — Hand Blown Fish & Coral Sculpture, Italy circa 1960s-80s

A small world suspended in glass — a shoal of pale blue fish drifts through a reef of cobalt and gold, captured mid-motion in a single, weighty block of hand-blown crystal.

OBJECT DETAILS:

An ideal piece for interior designers seeking a sculptural tabletop accent, or for film and TV prop buyers sourcing mid-century decorative glass for period set dressing. This hand-blown art glass aquarium block features an internal "reef" scene — five pale blue fish with detailed fins and eyes swimming among vivid streaks of cobalt, yellow, and red glass suspended within a clear, softly-shaped block. This technique, closely associated with Murano glassworks, layers coloured glass canes and figures within molten crystal before shaping — a labour-intensive method producing genuine underwater depth and movement. Murano style, circa 1960s-1980s; no maker's mark present.

DIMENSIONS:
H 11cm × W 11cm (H 4.3" × W 4.3")

CONDITION:

In very good vintage condition, consistent with age. No cracks or chips to the outer block. Small internal air bubbles are present, inherent to the hand-blown glass process and not a defect. Photographs form part of this description — please review all images carefully as they document the piece's condition in full detail.

CURATOR'S NOTE:

Selected for its jewel-like density of colour and craftsmanship — a piece that rewards close looking, revealing new detail in the reef from every angle.

What is the condition of this piece?
In very good vintage condition, consistent with age. No cracks or chips to the outer block. Small internal air bubbles are present, inherent to the hand-blown glass process and not a defect. Photographs form part of this description — please review all images carefully.

What are the exact dimensions?
H 11cm x W 11cm (4.3" x 4.3").

Where does this piece come from?
Murano style art glass, Italy, circa 1960s-1980s. Maker unknown — no signature present.

Do you ship internationally?
Yes — Fontaine London ships worldwide. Prices shown include duties and taxes for your country (DDP), so there are no surprise charges on delivery. Shipping cost is calculated at checkout.

Is this piece suitable for film or TV prop use?
Yes — this piece is period-accurate for 1960s-1980s interiors and is available for prop hire enquiries. Please contact us directly to discuss.

What is your returns policy?
We offer a 14-day return policy for items that do not match their description. As all pieces are one-of-a-kind vintage items, we ask buyers to review all photographs and the condition report carefully before purchasing.

Can I request more photos?
Yes — please contact us via the enquiry form and we will be happy to provide additional photographs or answer any questions about this piece.