Antique Murano Ruby Red Double-Handled Vase with Hand-Painted Lady & Maritime Scene - Monte Vista Estate

Antique Murano Ruby Red Double-Handled Vase with Hand-Painted Lady & Maritime Scene

A petite jewel of Venetian craftsmanship, this antique Murano glass vase radiates romance and artistry. Hand-blown in a rich ruby red, its graceful silhouette is flanked by delicate clear glass handles, each applied with the precision that has made Murano glassmaking world-renowned.

The front features a finely detailed hand-painted portrait of a lady in elegant 18th-century dress, framed in scrolling raised gilding and soft enamel garlands. Behind her, the suggestion of a ship and seafaring elements adds a touch of wanderlust — a nod to Venice’s maritime heritage and the eternal pull of the horizon.

Bands of gilded and enameled scrollwork encircle the body, their flourish echoing the opulence of Venetian palaces. The clear pedestal foot catches and reflects light, adding a subtle sparkle to the vase’s rich crimson glow.

Perfect as a standalone display piece or paired with its taller, single-handled counterpart, this vase is a celebration of Murano’s mastery and a romantic reminder that even the smallest treasures can tell the grandest stories.

Details:

• Origin: Murano, Italy
• Material: Hand-blown glass with enamel and raised gilding
• Color: Deep ruby red with multicolor enamel accents
• Design: Hand-painted lady with maritime backdrop, floral enamel swags, and scrollwork
• Condition: Excellent antique condition; minimal age wear to paint and gilding
• Dimensions: Approx. 5.5” tall x 2.25“ at base

All of the pieces in this ESTATE DROP are from the same Monte Vista estate. 

Monte Vista in San Antonio is one of the city’s most prestigious historic districts, famed for its early 20th-century mansions, tree-lined streets, and grand architectural styles. Long regarded as a hub of old-money elegance and cultural heritage, it remains one of San Antonio’s most sought-after and storied neighborhoods.

Pieces like this are why I love Sourcing the South and the great state of Texas for heirloom estate decor…shopping estate sales, online auctions, charity thrift stores, and antique malls to carefully curate a collection of fantastic vintage and antique finds that have and will stand the test of time.

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🩷Vintage and antique items have some wear associated with years of age and use, adding to their overall charm. Please see all the pictures, which are considered part of the description.

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