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Contemporary Studio Fused Art Glass Pendant with Silver-Tone (likely Sterling) Bail

By: Unknown studio maker (no visible mark)

Style: Contemporary Studio Glass Jewelry

Origin: United States (likely North American studio work)

Materials: Kiln-fused art glass (soda-lime or borosilicate), black glass stringers/enamel veining, silver-tone metal bail (possibly sterling silver)

Age: circa 2000–2020

Condition: Very good (light handling wear visible; no cracks or chips observed; bail unmarked)

Value: $15–$40 (auction liquidation estimate)

Maker's Marks / Writing: None visible; bail appears unmarked.

Date: 2025-10-08 20:14:38.802417

Description:

Handmade fused art-glass pendant of flattened freeform/rounded-rectangular shape, featuring layered translucent tones of olive, amber, and milky white with black stringer-like veining creating an abstract, dendritic pattern. A small round trapped air bubble is visible near center, confirming glass. Suspended from a silver-tone pinch bail (likely sterling; unmarked in the photo). Overall look is modern studio glass jewelry rather than stone.

Curator Questions

Curated by Jade

Assessment:

This is a modern, handmade fused-glass pendant with a pinch bail. The dendritic black veining and visible air bubble indicate kiln-fused or lampworked glass rather than agate or other stone. No maker’s mark is seen, so it is best categorized as attractive studio craft jewelry rather than a branded Murano piece. A word about fakes.. in this category, attributions to famous makers or to “Murano” are commonly overstated online; without a signature, label, or documented provenance, value should reflect generic studio work.

Individual Images:

• Only one image provided. Notable features: a silver-tone pinch bail inserted into a drilled hole at the top of the glass; freeform rounded-rectangular pendant roughly 42–45 mm tall x ~28–32 mm wide by visual scale against hand; abstract black veining with olive/amber/cream layers; one distinct round internal bubble slightly below center. No maker’s signature or hallmark is visible on the bail or glass. Edges appear well-finished and slightly beveled; no chips evident.

Provenance:

Not provided.

Condition:

Very good (light handling wear visible; no cracks or chips observed; bail unmarked)

Identification Score: 90%

Form, trapped bubble, and surface veining match fused art-glass pendants with pinch bails common in contemporary studio jewelry. The materials and construction are clearly visible.

Authenticity Score: 70%

Authentic as a handmade fused-glass pendant appears likely: visible internal bubble, layered colors, and standard pinch-bail attachment all support studio production. Lack of hallmark or signature prevents stronger attribution to a specific artist or to Murano, so score remains moderate.

Image Memory Note

Object: A single pendant held in a left hand. Freeform rounded-rectangular fused glass slab with a small top notch for a pinch bail. Colors: milky white top with a pale yellow-green patch, transitioning to olive and amber tones toward the bottom. Distinct black, web-like veining/stringers run diagonally and horizontally across the piece. A single small round air bubble is visible slightly below center. Dimensions by scale: approx. 42–45 mm tall, 28–32 mm wide, thickness ~6–8 mm. Edges are smooth and slightly beveled. Bottom edge shows a darker band but no chip; overall contour is intentional. Hardware: silver-tone pinch bail with oval loop; smooth surface; no visible hallmarks or stamps on the front; back not shown. No inscriptions, signatures, or labels on the glass are visible. Condition: light surface wear consistent with use; no cracks or significant abrasions observed. Style: contemporary studio fused glass; abstract dendritic/branching black stringers over layered translucent colors.

Keywords

Contemporary studio glass, fused glass pendant, art glass jewelry, silver bail, United States, modern jewelry, wearable art

Report ID:  : fyfkkk

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