{"product_id":"large-viresa-green-blown-glass-demijohn","title":"Large Viresa Green Glass Demijohn, 20L, Mid-20th Century","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eA characterful vintage decorative object in hand-blown glass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003elarge vintage demijohn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e, produced by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eViresa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e, one of the most important Spanish glass manufacturers of the 20th century, is crafted in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003ehand-blown green glass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e and dates from the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003emid-20th century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eOriginally intended for storing wine, oils or spirits, pieces of this scale are now appreciated primarily for their \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003esculptural presence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e and the material quality of traditional Spanish glassmaking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eMaterial and craftsmanship\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eMade from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003ethick hand-blown glass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e, this piece displays natural colour variations, small air bubbles and subtle irregularities, all characteristic of traditional artisanal production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThe translucent green tone responds beautifully to light, enhancing the volume and curves of the classic wide-bodied silhouette with its gently tapered neck.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; period\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eManufacturer: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eViresa (Spain)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003ePeriod: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eMid-20th century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eStyle: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eRustic \/ Mediterranean \/ farmhouse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eMaterial: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eHand-blown glass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eCapacity: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eApprox. 20 litres (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eapprox. 5.3 US gallons 4.4 UK (Imperial) gallons)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eHeight: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e50 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e (approx. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e19.7 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eWidth: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e42 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e (approx. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e16.5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eDepth: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e42 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e (approx. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e16.5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eExcellent vintage condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eMinor bubbles, surface variations and irregularities are inherent to hand-blown glass and should be regarded as part of the piece’s authenticity and charm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eDecorative use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eIdeal as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003efloor-standing decorative object\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e or as a focal piece in living rooms, entryways or covered outdoor spaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eIt works particularly well:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003ewith dried branches, pampas grass or simple foliage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eas a standalone sculptural element\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003ein rustic, farmhouse, bohemian or Mediterranean-inspired interiors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eLighting elements (such as LED strings) may be used \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003efor decorative purposes only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e. Not included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eA substantial and characterful glass object for interiors that value authenticity and material presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eAvailable as a unique, one-of-a-kind piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CirCabyRB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61023453282634,"sku":"218 21 600 23 003","price":400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1003\/9872\/7498\/files\/1784080913304.jpg?v=1784081494","url":"https:\/\/circabyrb.com\/products\/large-viresa-green-blown-glass-demijohn","provider":"CiRcA by RB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}