1940s Murano Glass Mirrored Vanity Bar Tray Etched Twisted Ruby Glass Rope Italy

Vintage Murano Glass Mirrored Vanity Tray – Reverse-Etched Courting Scene, Ruby Twisted Glass Rope & Ormolu Handles – Italy, 1940s–1950s Elegant vintage Murano or Venetian mirrored vanity tray, dating to the mid-20th century (circa 1940s–1950s). This Italian piece features a reverse-etched mirror surface depicting a romantic courting scene framed by a twisted ruby red and clear Murano glass rope border and finished with ornate gilt (ormolu) metal handles and a wood backer. Trays of this type were crafted for vanity or dresser use, often holding perfume bottles and jewelry, or serving as bar trays for cocktails and glassware—icons of Italian glamour and Hollywood Regency style. • Origin: Murano or Venice, Italy • Period: Circa 1940s–1950s • Design: Reverse-etched mirror with courting scene, twisted glass ruby rope trim, gilt handles • Materials: Glass, gilt metal, wood backing • Dimensions: 17.75” handle to handle, 14” mirror diameter • Provenance: Estate of world travelers with Murano glass collection. Used as bar tray & stored with their Ajka & Baccarat Drinkware collection. • Condition: Very good vintage condition; light age wear to mirror and metal A striking Italian mirrored tray—perfect for displaying perfume, jewelry, or crystal barware. Keywords: Murano glass tray, Venetian vanity mirror, Barovier style, twisted glass rope, reverse-etched mirror, ormolu handles, Italian mid-century decor, Hollywood Regency tray, ruby glass border