A hand-blown art glass figurine of a pelican with a fish in its beak, produced in the Murano style. The piece is constructed with a clear glass casing over a deep purple or amethyst core, which features dense white speckled internal inclusions creating a macchia effect. The sculpture includes applied glass details, notably a vibrant red and orange head crest and beak, and two yellow wings. A small yellow glass fish is depicted within the bird’s open beak. The figurine is supported by an integrated, heavy clear glass base with yellow highlights and a fluted, scalloped rim. No signatures, maker’s marks, or labels are visible on the item.
Length: 26.5 cm
Height: 17 cm.
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