Novica Vermilion Horizon Murano Hand Blown Paperweight

The Seguso Family Artisan Collection is brought to you by Novica in Association with National Geograhic. This beautiful piece was handcrafted by Seguso Family in Brazil. An artisan story card will be included with your purchase. Air bubbles dance in a hypnotic procession throughout this translucent paperweight. Imbued with vermilion light, the effect is captivating. The Seguso Family crafts the piece by hand with the legendary blown glass techniques of Murano, Italy. The presence of air bubbles accentuates the nature of the traditional hand blown crafting process, making each piece unique. ; About the Artist: Seguso Family; Present since 1300 in the census books of Murano, Italy, today the prestigious Seguso glass-crafting family has a Brazilian branch. In 1954, Mario Seguso was invited to execute special commemorative pieces for the 400th anniversary of the city of São Paulo. Enchanted by Brazil, he decided to settle there and, after years of supervising the production of artisan crystal, he assured its continuity through his sons Michel and Adriano.


Features:

• Paperweight
• Blown glass construction
• Imbued with vermilion light which gives captivating effect
• Presence of air bubbles accentuates the nature
• Hand crafted artisan quality
• This hand blown item may vary slightly in color, size and shape