6 Sergio Asti "Chameleon" aperitif glasses made of alexandrite glass

An exceptional set of six vintage aperitif glasses from the "Chameleon" series, designed by Sergio Asti for Arnolfo di Cambio in Italy.

Characteristic is the sculptural design with a clear cylindrical base, in whose solid glass a large air bubble is enclosed. This gives the glasses a distinctive, almost architectural silhouette and a pleasantly solid weight.

Particularly fascinating is the use of alexandrite or neodymium glass: Depending on the light source, its color changes significantly. In daylight and warm light, the glasses appear in lilac to pink tones, while under cooler light they take on violet to bluish nuances. This color change makes the set a special example of Italian glass design from the 1970s.

Originally conceived as aperitif glasses, they are equally suitable for wine, liqueur, digestifs, or as an exceptional barware set.

DETAILS
Designer: Sergio Asti
Manufacturer: Arnolfo di Cambio
Series: Chameleon
Origin: Italy
Dating: 1970s
Set: 6 glasses
Material: Alexandrite / Neodymium glass
Color: Lilac / Pink / Violet / Light Blue depending on light
Height: approx. 16 cm
Diameter: approx. 8 cm
Style: Italian Modern / Space Age / Modernist

CONDITION
Vintage condition with possible age and usage-related wear. Please check the photos carefully as they are part of the item description.