Original Listing Description

Rare. A Murano Elefante of extraordinary size and detail. This model can be observed and identified by its similarly executed style to those of a few others, WITH respect to unique imperfectness found in only few variations. These can be seen showcased in Pierre Rosenberg's "Glass Animal Ark" catalog or online in the exhibit under the themed Elefante case and most likeness to that of #8. This piece is HEAVY and large, almost 15lbs. Stoic, full of symbolic meaning and intrinsic beauty. Antonio Da Ros was expressed as an artist that found deep interest in the layering and combining different glass types and applying them to the creations being produced and influenced many layered and combined glass artworks with his style. This is your chance to have a share in exactly that! You can observe many characteristics indicative of multiple types of glass coming together in one art piece then tied together with a beautiful summerso technique. This piece also has a very noticeable reaction to both 365 and 395nm ultra violet rays, flourecing a bright green. Measurments: 8.5in tall and 9in long. Identifiable as listed, displays small imperfections from production, and has no signs of reproduction. Is not signed. Does have a foil sticker mark along the topline where a stamp may have been applied but is no longer. No chips, no cracks, no cosmetic damage to be found besides the faintest underside scuff from any contact made between surfaces it has resided before. Production estimated 1962. INCLUSIONS *controlled bubble ears, summerso layer rubino or red. Outer layer is smokey grey/faintest green in color. When looking directly at the side profile, this piece seemingly looks intertwined or layered with another type of glass giving it a very deep look complimented by rubino color at the core, tusks, and eyes. An immaculate amount of color can be observed from every angle of this figure and is an exceptionally wonderful experience to be had, this is your chance to own a truly museum worthy example of Antonio Da Ros for Gino Cedenese and Figlio. Photos just CAN NOT DO IT JUSTICE. SHIPS WITH HIGHEST DETAIL AND CARE TO PROTECTION. (Condition: New (Other))

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