Vintage Alfredo Barbini Murano Italian Art Glass Penguin Sculpture Figurine

Vintage Alfredo Barbini Penguin Sculpture Description and Item Information Up for sale is this whimsical Venetian art glass penguin sculpture by Alfredo Barbini. Please excuse any glare in the photos. This charming penguin stands approximately 5 inches tall. The round glass base has a maximum width of about 2 3/8 inches.

Unpacked, this piece weighs 11.4 ounces. The penguin has gold aventurine inclusions within its throat, chest, and belly. This would be a wonderful addition to a collection of vintage Murano art glass. Identification This unsigned, vintage piece was made by Alfredo Barbini of Murano, Italy. Condition This item looks very good overall, with no chips or cracks.

It has light wear overall. There are some minor scuffs/scratches to the penguin's back and wing, as shown in Photo 8.

The flat, polished base has fine wear scratches. Payments must be received within three days of the end of the listing, unless prior arrangements have been made. And international government regulations prohibit such behavior. Other Information Individual computers may display colors differently. The item "VINTAGE ALFREDO BARBINI MURANO ITALIAN ART GLASS PENGUIN SCULPTURE FIGURINE" is in sale since Sunday, January 19, 2020. This item is in the category "Pottery & Glass\Glass\Art Glass\Italian". The seller is "craigkc" and is located in Sunny California. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Original/Reproduction: Vintage Original
Object Type: Figurine
Color: Multi-Color
Glassmaking Technique: Hand Blown
Type of Glass: Blown Glass
Subject/Theme: Bird
Brand: Barbini
City of Origin: Murano
New or Used: Used