Alessandro Mendini (Italian b. 1931) for Venini limited edition, signed, 'Simirone' vase, 1987, executed in red latticino and clear glass, having a flared rim above the shouldered form tapering to the clear naturalistic base, with etched signature and edition number, as well as paperwork stating that this piece is number 8 of 50 planned pieces, 25"h x 12"w; together with a porcelain Venini sign, 3.5"h x 6.25"w.