Murano glass candlestick with swirling red and blue ribbons.

This hand-blown Murano glass candlestick is impossible to ignore, and for the best reasons. Made in Italy from richly coloured art glass, the piece features swirling ribbons of bright red and pale blue that spectacularly wrap around the base and stem, creating a hypnotic effect of candy-striped patterns that dance beautifully in the light. Both playful and elegant, it also has a wonderfully theatrical side. Its sculptural footed shape gives it a lovely sense of balance and presence, whether displayed alone or gathered with others in a delightfully mismatched collection. By day, it captures sunlight like a small glass sculpture, and by night, it transforms completely once topped with a taper candle. Each candlestick is individually made in Murano, meaning that no two are exactly alike. Slight variations in shape and size are part of their charm and subtly remind one of the artisan's hand. Dimensions: H 10 cm X D 13 cm. Materials & Techniques: Hand-blown Murano Art glass. Provenance: Italy. Period: 20th Century. Style: Vintage. Condition: Wear consistent with age and use. Very good condition, no chips or scratches.