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HUGE 36.5” x 14.5” Rare Vintage 1960s Venetian Glass Tile Mosaic - Stylized Atomic Siamese Cat
An Elusive Statement Piece for the Serious Mid-Century Collector.
If you have been searching for a show-stopping, authentic piece to anchor your Mid-Century Modern lounge, tiki bar, or atomic living space, this is it. While vintage crushed-gravel cat kits pop up frequently, this premium piece is crafted from square-cut Venetian glass tesserae (vitric tile).
You are looking at an incredibly rare survivor of the Atomic Era.
Why This Piece Belongs in Your Elite MCM Collection:
Premium Material Quality: Unlike loose rock or faded pebbles, these genuine Venetian glass tiles retain a brilliant, glossy vitreous sheen that beautifully catches and reflects light.
The Quintessential "Atomic Feline" Silhouette: Featuring the iconic elongated "long-neck" stylized form, geometric almond-shaped striking blue eyes, and bold black whiskers, it embodies the absolute peak of 1960s retro-feline design.
Three-Dimensional Artistry: Look closely at the whimsical checkerboard bow tie—the rich brown glass tiles are meticulously layered over the yellow glass tiles, creating a stunning 3D texture and depth rarely seen in flat mid-century mosaics.
Flawless Period Aesthetics: Framed in its original, sleek mid-century wood trim and set against a striking, vibrant mint/aqua-teal background, it offers the ultimate period-correct color palette to anchor any retro wall display.
Vintage Wear: True to its age and authentic history, there is one missing background tile in the upper right corner (clearly highlighted in the photos). For a 60+ year old piece, this minor imperfection adds genuine mid-century character and is an easy fix for a collector if desired, though it displays beautifully exactly as it is.
Don't miss the chance to own a piece of mid-century art history that your fellow collectors don't have. Once it’s gone, it’s gone.
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