Bullicante Amber Glass Bud Vase
Decorative Art, glass sculpture/vessel • Likely Murano, Italy; attributed to Archimede Seguso or Mandruzzato workshop based on style and color palette
Style & Movement
Mid-Century Modern / Italian Modernism
Medium & Technique
Hand-blown glass featuring the Bullicante (controlled bubble) technique and Sommerso (submerged layers) coloring
Creation Period
Mid-20th Century, circa 1950s-1970s
Dimensions & Format
Estimated 4 to 6 inches in height; spherical portrait format
Subject Description
A spherical or 'globular' bud vase with a narrow flared neck. The piece features an interior gradient of deep amber to golden yellow glass with an organized pattern of air bubbles trapped within the thick glass walls.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent; glass appears clear with no visible blooming, clouding, or major chips
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $350 USD
Auction Estimate
$100 - $250 USD
Provenance History
Likely private collection; common in high-end mid-century household interiors and boutique glass retail
Art Historical Significance
The Bullicante technique is a hallmark of Murano glassmaking, demonstrating the high technical skill of the 20th-century Venetian masters in manipulating molten glass and trapped air.
Notable Features
Features a thick clear glass base (sommerso) and exceptionally uniform bubble placement, indicating high-quality Italian craftsmanship.
Condition Issues
Possible light shelf wear or micro-scratches on the base (pontil mark area); no structural cracks or major bruises visible.
Conservation Recommendations
Hand wash only with mild detergent; avoid rapid temperature changes; display on a soft surface to prevent base scratching.