Murano Glass Opalescent Handkerchief Vase

Murano Handkerchief Vase — a poetic and sensuous example of Italian glass design, named for its soft, ruffled rim that evokes flowing fabric. These forms gained popularity in the mid-20th century, when Murano artists began experimenting with more fluid, expressive shapes.

The opalescent coating on this piece gives it a pearly, glowing sheen that reacts to light, shifting between warm amber and translucent cream. Such vases required deft handwork and perfect timing during cooling to achieve the balance between symmetry and spontaneity.

Highly collectible and often imitated, the handkerchief vase remains one of the most iconic Murano forms — this example stands out for its size, finish, and sculptural elegance