I studied in Rome in 1975 and whenwe visited Venice, I bought some Murano glass and began collecting art glass. I bought this little piece for Valentine's Day and have it placed in a sunny window. It is beautiful- a very vivid red and glows when the sun is shining. Pleased to add to my glass collection and pleased to have some more Venetian glass. Ordering and paying for the purchase was easy. Shipping was fast and item was well packed.