Blue Zanfirico Cane Glass Earrings by Michael J. Hunter

Technical Description 

A pair of studio art glass earrings by Michael J. Hunter, part of the ‘faith’ jewellery range. The zanfirico cane is made from clear crystal glass and contains vibrant twisted ribbons of light blue, deep blue and white. 925 Sterling silver findings.

These canes have been specially selected by the Exhibit team for their beautiful colour combinations. Get in touch if you have any special requests. 

Zanfirico is a type of polychrome cane, they are made by assembling a bundle of rods of different colours, and heating it until the material is soft and viscous. The molten bundle is then attached to two punti sticks and elongated up to 30ft, at the same time the bundle is twisted to produce a spiral pattern. Zanfirico takes its name from the Venetian dealer Antonio Sanquirico, who, in the 1830s, encouraged the revival on Murano of this and other traditional techniques.

Origin & Date 

Produced in 2023, period of Charles III. Twists Glass Studio, Selkirk, Scotland.

Condition

Excellent, specially selected from the hot glass studio, as new.

Dimensions 

Height: 4.7cm
Diameter: 0.7cm

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Endeavouring to bring these stunning works of art to everyday interiors, Exhibit is thrilled to be working with a pioneer in the hot glass industry, the master glassblower Mike Hunter. Over the years we have presented some of his unique and one-off creations, keep an eye out for exclusive and last-of-the-range pieces you won’t find anywhere else. If you would like to commission a single piece or a matching set we’re happy to help. Get in touch and take a look at our Archive for inspiration.

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