Vintage Murano Glass Cowboy Hat by the artisan Badioli

This object is a Vintage Murano hand-blown glass decorative bowl or sculpture, designed in the shape of a cowboy hat. Design: It features a whimsical, wide-brimmed hat shape made of white glass with a thin black band. Accent: A prominent red glass lobster is attached to the front of the hat as a decorative detail. Origin: This piece is an example of Italian Murano glass artistry, specifically attributed to the artist Badioli (also spelled Badiolli). Vintage: These sculptures are dated to the 1970s.

While it is a decorative sculpture, it is often used as a bowl or centerpiece that can be used for holding items like fruit. It typically measures approximately 12 inches wide by nearly 5 inches high.

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