A Gold-Leaf Graffito Chalice by Giancarlo Begotti for Cenedese, Murano figure 410 and 417

figure 410 and 417

Refer to pages 291 and 292 (General Iranian Objects)

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Condition: Artwork is presented in good overall condition and has been consistently safeguarded behind glass

A Grand Trifle Bowl with a sturdy footed base and thick stem

A Gold-Leaf Graffito Chalice by Giancarlo Begotti for Cenedese, Murano figure 410 and 417Murano, Venice (Italy), Giancarlo Begotti for Cenedese, circa 1960 80. Arguably one of the most labour intensive techniques for glass artisans, a fine sheet of 22k Gold is applied over the royal red glass, then "Graffito" is created by using a pointed, sharp tool to etch an intricate design into the gold leaf. This museum quality chalice features an exquisite etching of an extract from the c1622 25 painting titled "The presentation of the Portrait of