Tyra Lundgren (b. Stockholm 1897, d. 1979)
Rare figure in the shape of a fish of clear glass with iridescent surface. Decorated with inlaid polychrome stripes. Not signed. Made approx. 1935–40s by Venini, Murano, Italy, with maker's label. H. 10.5 cm. L. 28.9 cm.
A rare variant of Tyra Lundgren's fish for Venini.
Literature: Marina Barovier & Attilia Dorigato [ed.]: “Animals in Glass”, similar ill. p. 73. Literature: Venini: “Catalogo Blu”, pp. 45, 51, 52 for other fish models by Tyra Lundgren.
Condition report on request.
Please note: The item is subject to the Anti-Money Laundering Act. In the event of a hammer price of DKK 50,000 or more, including buyer’s premium, the buyer must submit a copy of a valid photo ID and proof of address in order to collect the item.
Glass collection, 26 September 2018