Categories: Glass, Paperweights
Glass Millefiori Paperweight – Chinese Mid-20th Century Art Glass
£ 15.00
Categories: Glass, Paperweights
Glass Millefiori Paperweight – Chinese Mid-20th Century Art Glass
£ 15.00
On offer is a beautiful glass millefiori paperweight, dating to the second half of the 20th century, produced in China and showcasing the intricate millefiori technique of densely packed floral canes beneath clear glass. Whether you’re a collector or a lover of decorative art, this piece offers a tactile link to post-war glassmaking and a timeless decorative presence on desk or display.
Crafted with clarity and weight, this paperweight demonstrates the enduring appeal of millefiori work — a traditional Venetian-inspired art form adopted by Chinese workshops for the global decorative market. It serves equally as a display piece, a conversation starter, or a lasting collectible.
📌 KEY FEATURES
✅ Genuine glass – millefiori canes set within clear dome
✅ Detailed floral motif in red, white, and blue
✅ Polished base typical of mid-late 20th century Chinese production
✅ Condition: good vintage condition, with light signs of age and no major chips or cracks observed
✅ Accurate measurement: 2.25 inches in diameter
✅ Rare mid-century decorative example of Chinese millefiori glass
💡 STYLING TIP
This piece works beautifully in traditional or eclectic homes. Place it on a writing desk, style it with antique books, or feature it in a cabinet of curiosities for a touch of color and texture.
🎁 PERFECT FOR:
✔️ Lovers of soulful, meaningful décor
✔️ Collectors of art glass and paperweights
✔️ Thoughtful gift for vintage glass enthusiasts
✔️ Display in libraries, studies, or curio cabinets
🔍 PROVENANCE / MAKER NOTES
Millefiori, meaning “a thousand flowers,” is a glassmaking technique developed in Venice and later adopted worldwide. By the mid-20th century, Chinese glass factories were producing millefiori weights for export, inspired by European models. This example reflects the clarity, polished base, and dense floral cane work typical of that era.
📏 MEASUREMENTS
• Diameter: 2.25 inches
📦 SHIPPING & INTERNATIONAL BUYERS
We ship worldwide using tracked, insured services. Shipping is calculated at checkout based on your location — no surprises. All items are securely packed with care and experience.
Important: USA buyers must now pay all customs duty at checkout, not on delivery.
📌 WHY IT MATTERS
This is more than a decorative paperweight — it’s a mid-century glassmaking story, linking global traditions of millefiori craft. Rare to find in this condition, and seldom offered with such clarity and polish. Ideal for those who value provenance, patina, and history in decorative art.
stock code 031025
1 in stock
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