1970's Ursa Major France Millefiori Plate with Italian Murano Glass Candies.

A vibrant and playful handmade millefiori glass plate by Ursa Major (France) , dating to the 1970's , embellished with twenty-one individually crafted Murano glass “candies.” This joyful composition exemplifies the studio’s celebrated approach to whimsical, sculptural glass design. The plate itself is executed in richly colored millefiori glass , with multicolored canes embedded beneath the surface to create depth, movement, and a lively visual rhythm. Resting atop the plate are 21 hand-formed Murano glass confections , each unique in form, color, and pattern, featuring classic Venetian techniques such as cane work, striping, and polka-dot decoration. The contrast between the French-made millefiori base and the Italian Murano candy elements creates a dynamic dialogue between French studio glass and Venetian glassmaking traditions . The underside of the plate is clearly stamped “Handmade – Ursa Major – France,” confirming its origin and artisanal production. Dimensions Ursa Major Plate: Height: 2" x Width: 13.5" x Depth: 9"