Murano Style Hand-Blown Scavo Sommerso Art Glass Vase
Decorative Art / Studio Glass Vase • Attributed to the Murano School (Italy), possibly in the manner of Seguso or Mandruzzato, though missing a specific pontil mark or etched signature suggests a high-quality workshop production.
Style & Movement
Mid-Century Modern / Murano Art Glass movement
Medium & Technique
Hand-blown glass employing the Sommerso (submerged layers) technique with bi-color and tri-color infusions and a scalloped rim.
Creation Period
Mid to late 20th Century (circa 1960-1980)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 12 inches (30.5 cm) in height and 5 inches (12.7 cm) in diameter at the widest point; vertical cylindrical bulbous vessel format.
Subject Description
An organic, fluid form vase featuring vertical striations of emerald green transitioning into a vibrant yellow and cobalt blue 'handkerchief' or crown-style rim. The composition emphasizes the optical properties of the glass and the internal color layering.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent; the glass retains high clarity and surface luster with no visible chips, flea bites, or internal clouding (sick glass).
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $350 USD
Auction Estimate
$100 - $250 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired through a secondary market or private collection; lacks original manufacturer stickers or etched signatures often displaced during ownership transfers.
Art Historical Significance
Representative of the post-WWII explosion of Venetian glass artistry. It showcases the technical mastery of Italian furnace heights where multiple layers of colored glass were fused without blending, creating a clean internal architecture typical of the period.
Notable Features
Distinctive trilobal or 'crown' rim pull-outs and a thick base indicating a heavy 'lead crystal' or sodalime glass composition. The transition from translucent green to opaque yellow is particularly well-executed.
Condition Issues
Minor shelf wear on the base (expected surface scratches from movement on furniture) and possible micro-bubbles (seeds) inherent to the hand-blowing process.
Conservation Recommendations
Keep out of direct, intense UV light to prevent thermal shock; dust with a microfiber cloth; avoid harsh chemical cleaners which can degrade the surface polish over decades.