Vintage Italian Murano Art Glass Bird. This beautiful bird contains gold flecks, and colors such as cobalt blue, green and yellow. Bird - 12" high x 7 1/2" wide. Total with acrylic base - 14" high. In the beginning of the 20th century, the master glassmakers of Murano were still enamored with reproducing classical styles and rediscovering ancient techniques, which was evident at Murano and Venice Exhibition of Choice Glass and Glass Objects staged in 1895 inside Murano City Hall. The rules of the exhibition dictated that the works showcased be reproductions of antique glassware. This important event was well attended by international collectors and glass admirers who greatly appreciated the works rooted in unique Murano tradition.