This piece is a small, hand blown, blue glass globe that sits on a metal base with dragons. I'm not sure if the pieces go together or were aquired seperately, with the base being for display purposes only. The blue glass has a "cracked" irridescent sheen on it. It doesn't look painted, but more like the glass was treated during the blowing process to create the finish, but I could be wrong. The globe itself is 12 inches in diameter and sits appx 6 & 1/2 inches high on the base. The base is brass colored, but I do not believe it is actual brass. It is stamped INTAGLIO Anton on the bottom next to the blow hole. It is also "signed" or inscribed, but cannot clearly make out the signature. I aquired it after my grandmothers passing. She always kept it on display and I have always loved it, even as a child. Any information on this piece is greatly appreciated! Thank you for looking!