1960s Flavio Poli Murano Glass Ashtray

1960s Flavio Poli Murano Glass AshtrayItalian artist Flavio Poli is renowned for his contribution to the development of Murano glass especially his championing of submerged glass (or sommerso) during the 1950s. The method requires an authentic knowledge of colour combinations, as well as a high level of dexterity in blowing and layering. To achieve the beautiful results of pieces such as this ashtray, articles are submerged in clear molten glass of a different colour, producing a layered,

Otzi Studio’s baskets are handmade in the UK from two large sheets of leather and joined together with a cross-stitching technique for an authentic finish

These come in a set of four

This satin-finish crystal carafe is part of a collection designed with oenophile and drinks critic James Suckling

Nick Plant’s travel backgammon sets are inspired by sun-soaked beaches and the joy of summertime

Este Ceramiche’s trompe-l’oeil ceramics may look good enough to eat

elegant form with small air bubbles and subtle markings to celebrate the handmade nature of fumè glassmaking

This analogue quartz chess clock

With an affinity for function

with a fluid form

like the textured finish and sculptural base

It’s an elegant gift for any games enthusiast

signified by a modern design inspired by traditional cut crystal glassmaking