Murano glass sculpture represents a female head with colored details. It is a perfect gift idea for your friends and relatives!
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This extraordinary sculpture represents a stylized female head, entirely handmade by Murano master glassmakers—heirs to a centuries-old tradition that combines art, design, and exceptional craftsmanship. It is a piece that blends the purity of Venetian blown glass with a contemporary vision of the female figure, resulting in a décor object of magnetic charm.
The woman’s face is shown in profile, with elongated, harmonious lines. Her gaze, directed slightly upward, seems to express confidence, curiosity, and a touch of mystery. The refined proportions and stylization of the forms give the sculpture a timeless elegance, allowing it to integrate perfectly into both classic and modern interiors.
The color palette focuses on three main tones:
White – luminous and brilliant, evoking purity and light, highlighting the contours of the face.
Black – intense and deep, creating contrasts that give character and three-dimensionality.
Red – used exclusively for the lips, adding a touch of sensuality and passion.
The vivid, penetrating blue eyes provide an additional focal point, breaking the monochromatic harmony with a surprising flash of color.
One of the most captivating elements of the work is the hair: white strands streaked with black spots, shaped into dynamic forms that seem to be moved by the wind. This movement infuses the sculpture with a particular energy, as if captured in a living, real moment.
The hair’s creation is the result of exceptional technical skill: each section has been carefully formed and positioned, then fused to the main structure without losing the purity of its lines.
Up close, the face and neck reveal a complex pattern of white filaments embedded in the glass. This technique, called filigrana, demands great expertise: fine colored glass canes are incorporated into the molten glass mass, creating a permanent internal design. The result is a refined texture, reminiscent of a network of precious threads, adding visual depth to the surface.
A distinctive feature is the triangular earring with a black center point. This small but significant detail adds a geometric, modern accent to the piece, balancing the softness of the facial lines with a sharp, precise form. The earring is not merely decorative—it is an integral part of the composition, contributing to the story of this female figure.
The creation of a piece like this requires multiple stages:
Artistic design – the drawing is studied in detail, both in form and in color distribution.
Material selection – only certified Murano glass, with pigments of the highest quality, is used.
Blowing and shaping – the molten glass is worked by hand, shaped, and refined while still incandescent.
Application of filigrana and details – insertion of the white filaments, shaping of the hair, and application of eyes, lips, and earring.
Slow cooling (annealing) – to ensure the piece’s durability and resistance over time.
Each step is executed by master glassmakers with years of experience, and every sculpture is inevitably unique: small variations in shape or color are a hallmark of its authenticity.
Like all genuine Murano glass creations, this sculpture changes depending on the lighting:
In natural light, the white appears pure and crystalline, while the black deepens into a bold contrast.
With warm artificial light, the tones soften, and the piece takes on a more enveloping and sensual look.
Under direct light, the glossy surfaces reflect highlights that emphasize the artisanal workmanship.
This continuous dialogue with light makes the sculpture appear almost alive, capable of revealing new nuances with each glance.
This female head is not just a decoration—it is a symbol. The contrast between black and white may represent the balance between opposites—light and shadow, reason and passion—while the red lips and blue eyes speak of a femininity that is strong and intense.
It is a work that celebrates the contemporary woman: elegant, independent, and fully aware of her allure.
Each piece comes with the “Vetro Artistico® Murano” certificate, issued by the Veneto Region, attesting to its authenticity and origin. This guarantee is essential for distinguishing genuine Murano craftsmanship from industrial imitations.
The sculpture is designed to be a centerpiece in any setting:
On an entryway console, to impress guests upon arrival.
In a modern living room, as a visual focal point.
In a bedroom, for an artistic and personal touch.
In a prestigious office, as a design element that conveys taste and attention to detail.
Material: Hand-blown and handcrafted Murano glass
Main colors: White, black, red, blue
Technique: Filigrana, hot-applied details, manual shaping
Dimensions: Vary according to the piece (each one is unique)
Origin: Murano – Venice, Italy
Certification: Vetro Artistico® Murano
Purchasing a piece like this means owning a fragment of Venetian artistic history. It is not merely a decorative object but also a cultural investment: the value of genuine Murano glass increases over time, especially when it comes to unique pieces signed by recognized masters.
Please note: Each sculpture is entirely handmade, making it unique and unrepeatable. Minor variations in color, shape, or decorative details may occur, as well as slight differences from the photos on our website. These subtle differences are an inherent part of the artisanal process and confirm the authenticity of Murano craftsmanship, making each piece truly special and personal.
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DO YOU WANT TO GIVE AN EXCLUSIVE GIFT TO SOMEONE SPECIAL?
We can send the work directly to the recipient with a gift box.
Proceeding with the purchase it is possible to enter the delivery address of your gift and a custom message to be included in the package with a handwritten note from you.
For urgent gifts, where delivery times must be short, check the "SHIP NOW" category in the top menu, or contact us and we will take care of you and your needs.
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CUSTOMIZED ENGRAVINGS AND DECORATIONS OF THE WORKS
Our works can be hand engraved on the surface or decorated with gold or silver by our expert craftsman in Murano with 3 different solutions:
1. The hand engraving with a phrase/date is included for all orders. On the payment page it is possible write in the notes the phrase you want to be engraved and the preferred position ( or we will use our experience ). The phrase must be as short as possible, 5-6 words at at most, considering the available space.
2. You can request the freehand artistic engraving by contacting our customer support. The cost is not included for all orders.
3. The decoration in gold or silver is realized freehand on the surface, contacting our customer support. The cost is not included for all orders.
NOTE: For all orders with custom engraving or decorated works, the right of withdrawal is no longer valid.
NOTE 2: Technically not all products can be engraved or decorated.
THE ONLY TRADEMARK OF ORIGIN ESTABLISHED BY THE ITALIAN LAW
Every item in YourMurano is certified by the Trademark of Origin Vetro Artistico® Murano, managed by the Consortium Promovetro which unites glass producers on the island of Murano. The trademark Vetro Artistico® Murano was set up by an Italian law (Legge n. 70 del 23/12/1994) to protect consumers and to safeguard the authenticity of this handcrafted Made in Italy product against counterfeits and imitations.
The Vetro Artistico® Murano adhesive label of origin is applied on each product. If the client decides to remove it, the label is easily lifted with no trace or residue. Its removal will, however, rupture the label to avoid any subsequent illicit use on products that are not original.
SAFE PACKING & SHIPPING
YourMurano brings the magic of Murano glass directly from our furnaces in Murano. Every item is accurately packed here in Murano, with the best technologies to keep your glass safe, by the professionals who have been sending Murano glass worldwide for decades.
We know how important it is for you to have the item you desire as soon as possible.
We therefore fully commit to abide by the estimated delivery times, in collaboration with our courier partners.
For this reason, and for the excellence of their service, we turned to two of the biggest international couriers: DHL and UPS. You can check on your shipment's status using the tracking system, from packing to travel to destination.
In addition to the shipping time, each product has estimated availability times, listed on the item description page as follows:
- READY FOR SHIPPING: the item is ready in the warehouse, and will be handed over to the courier within 24 hours from ordering (48 hours on weekends). It is a product that has already been manufactured in Murano, and we have ready in warehouse.
- SHIPPING WITHIN 2/3/4 WEEKS: the item needs to be produced especially for you by master glassmakers in Murano. Up to 4 weeks may pass, in which your purchase will be created, heated to thousands of degrees and allowed to cool very slowly for days. Therefore you may have to wait a little while to receive and enjoy an extraordinary work of art in your own home.
CHANGE YOUR MIND? EASY RETURN PROCESS!
YourMurano offers the finest Murano art glass creations. But sometimes a customer may need to return a purchase.
We are absolutely sure that you will fall in love at first sight with our products, so much that we offer a full refund in case of returns!
If you are not 100% satisfied with your purchase, you can return your order to us for a full refund within 14 days from delivery. So if for whatever reason you're not happy with your purchase, just go through our easy return process.
You can easily request to return the product by email, post or fax as you prefer.
If you need more info you please visit our Return & Refund page or contact us!
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