DESCRIPTION: 1980s Italian Murano Pink and Silver Aventurine Sommerso Cockatoo Art Glass Bird Sculpture. By Formia (Fornace Mian). The main body is a soft pink that is accented with a layer of Aventurine silver flakes. This colour combination begins at the head of the the sculpture and carries through to the tip of its tail. The piece is complemented with clear glass casing in its crest, lightly folded wings and the branch perch. The sculpture is finished with a black glass detail for the beak and eyes.

Founded by Alfio Mian and his son Giuliano in 1962, Formia (Fornace Mian) now involves a third generation of the family.
Formia employs among the best Murano glassmakers, who work to improve their techniques in the production of fine art pieces which beyond the concept of "simple furnishing accessories". With around 5000 sq m, 26 kilns, the glassworks is one of the largest on the island.

CIRCA: 20th Century
ORIGIN: Italy
DIMENSIONS: H: 13 1/4" W: 6"

CONDITION: Great condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained upon sms or email.