Thanks.........This is another example of what I find at the thrift stores here in Fargo! I suppose I should tell you that it cost me a whopping $5.00!!!! When I saw it, in amongst the "junk" at this particular thrift store, I knew immediately what is was and snatched it! As soon as I picked it up, the weight confirmed what I had thought, Murano! It actually stuck out like a sore thumb to me. Good thing it was in a dark area of the store.......because if it were in an area where the sun could catch it, I believe someone would have bought it for its beautiful color when hitting the light! Actually, it kind of fooled me at first, because it kind of looked like a "blob" of glass; until I picked it up! Then I almost burst out shouting, as I have always wanted one of these. They have a beauty all their own, due to the chemical makeup of the glass! I have seen none like it............
Tex, you are thinking about what I was.....as far as value and date. No matter, it will always be mine until I pass it down. Sorry, Rosie! Maybe if you can trace your family tree to any "Sparrowhawks", I might let it fly your way, upon the departure of this world. But, for now, I will just keep it in a safe place. Tex, I know I shouldn't assume, but you are from Texas, correct? I graduated from Eagle Pass, Texas High! Right on the Rio Grande..........
I have another Murano bird I'll have to show you. Rosie, I am sure you will be interested in eying it! It is the only Murano glass I have that is from a mold. When I first grabbed it, I thought it was Fenton. But, it turned out to be Italian magic!
It is a small hummingbird. And it is bizarre, as I thought Murano only exported and crafted blown glass. Oh, what the heck. I will just post an image right now. I am feeling really down and out today, but, just to hold Rosies anxiety back, I'll post some photos........
By the way, have you ever heard of C.R.E.A. Milane? I guess, I never have really looked the history of this one up. In fact I kind of forgot I had it, until I gathered some "easy to locate" glass birds for rosie the posie!!! :usd: :usd: :usd: