This beautiful glass dove by Tyra Lundgren is a stunning piece of art glass that was manufactured in Italy by Venini in 1957. The dove is hand blown and has a glossy finish that adds to its elegance. The piece is signed by Venini and has an impressed backstamp that attests to its originality.

The dove is a vintage piece that belongs to the mid-20th century era of animal-themed art glass. It is a perfect addition to any collection and will make a great conversation starter. The piece is made of clear glass and has a modern style that will complement any decor.

Tyra Lundgren began to work as a glassware designer at Moser in Karlsbad in 1922 where she designed new table services and modernised older ones. She also worked freelance for Riihimäki factory in Finland during the 1924–1929 period. From 1934 to 1938 she was employed by Kosta glass factory where she mainly designed thick-walled bowls and vases, engraved with classical motifs. She was introduced to the glassmaker Paolo Venini at Murano during the Triennale di Milano of 1936 and they began a collaboration that lasted into the 1950s. As part of this collaboration Tyra Lundgren became the first woman to design glassware and, in conjunction with the glassblower Arturo Biasutto, she developed new techniques of glass production. Her motifs at this point were birds, fish, snail-shaped designs and leaf-patterned bowls using traditional techniques as well as in new designs. It was during this time that she created the so-called tissue-shaped bowls and it remains unclear as to who specifically came up with the design but Tyra Lundgren claimed it was of her making.

Condition

Clean and free of chips .

Some shelf scratches to base and tiny imperfections.

Multiple production inclusions