Murano Sommerso Sky Blue Art Glass Bowl, 1960s Italy
A commanding presence on any surface, this large hand-blown bowl showcases the celebrated Sommerso technique — layers of sky blue and clear glass fused to create extraordinary depth and luminosity. The organic, ruffled corolla form is quintessentially 1960s Italian, balancing sculptural drama with everyday elegance. Use it as a console centrepiece, fruit bowl, or decorative object.
Attribution & Technique
Attributed to Archimede Seguso or Fratelli Toso, two of Murano’s most respected mid-century glasshouses. The Sommerso technique — Italian for “submerged” — involves encasing one layer of coloured glass within another, producing the characteristic floating-colour effect that made Murano glass internationally coveted.
Condition & Details
Condition: Good vintage condition — no chips; minor wear and light flea bites on the polished base edge.
Dimensions: 11¼ × 11¼ × 4 inches
Maker: Attributed to Archimede Seguso or Fratelli Toso
Origin: Murano, Italy
Era: 1960s