Murano Attributed Amber & Smoke Sommerso Art Glass Bowl Biomorphic Mid-Century Design Catchall, Ashtray

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A beautifully fluid example of mid-century Venetian artistry, this Murano-attributed sommerso glass bowl captures the drama and grace of Italian … Read more A beautifully fluid example of mid-century Venetian artistry, this Murano-attributed sommerso glass bowl captures the drama and grace of Italian modernist design. Layers of warm amber and smoky grey appear suspended within crystal-clear glass—an iconic characteristic of the sommerso (or "submerged") technique perfected by Murano glassmakers in the mid-20th century.

Its organic, biomorphic silhouette, with pinched and curled rim folds, evokes the motion of molten glass mid-pour—a gesture frozen in time. The bowl's undulating edges and high optical clarity lend a sculptural presence that gleams under natural light, casting rich golden reflections.

Though unsigned, the piece exhibits clear hallmarks of Murano studio work:
~Executed in the sommerso tradition, similar to designs by Flavio Poli or Seguso Vetri d’Arte
~Substantial weight and balanced form (over 2 lbs)
~Polished pontil base and lack of mold seams, confirming hand-blown construction
~A timeless color palette ideal for modernist, Hollywood Regency, or transitional spaces

Whether used as a centerpiece, catchall, or sculptural accent, this piece brings warmth, refinement, and a touch of Venetian glamour to any setting. See less