This is a gorgeous vintage Italian Empoli verde glass duck decanter, often attributed to designers like Gio Ponti for Toso Bagnoli. These hand-blown glass pieces from the mid-20th century (specifically the 1960s) are highly collectible. Description copied by an online appraiser using photos only. Measures approx 14 from base to top of head. 10 from base to neck opening. The neck alone is approx 6. Design & Origin: The decanter originates from Empoli, a town in Tuscany, Italy, known for its distinctive green glass with a design featuring a playful duck shape with a removable head stopper, a classic example of Mid-Century Modern Italian art glass. Color: the signature “Empoli Verde” is a rich, natural green tone resulting purely from the iron-rich sand found in the region, without added minerals. Please see all photos for more details.