Murano Style Sommerso Art Glass Vase in Red and Amber

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This is a beautifully made glass vase is made in the technique of "Sommerso". It is a glass making method … Read more This is a beautifully made glass vase is made in the technique of "Sommerso". It is a glass making method developed in the 1930's by the glass makers of Murano Island near Venice, Italy. The technique involves layers of colored glass submerged within clear or contrasting colored glass to create stunning depth and visual effects. The process involves carefully controlling temperature and timing to achieve seamless color transitions without mixing the layers.

This glass vase with the deep red glass appears to be submerged in the exterior amber glass is a fine example of the "Sommerso" technique. The vibrant red and amber color combination seen in this vase exemplifies the dramatic aesthetic that made Sommerso glass a hallmark of sophisticated modern decor that began in the mid-century period and continues on today. See less