Studio Blown Art Glass Vase Sommerso Style Amber and Onyx Sculptural Form

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Description

A striking studio blown art glass vase with dramatic sculptural presence. The body features a deep amber interior layered beneath … Read more A striking studio blown art glass vase with dramatic sculptural presence. The body features a deep amber interior layered beneath a darker onyx exterior, created in the sommerso style. This technique, developed in mid century Italian glass studios, layers transparent and opaque color so the inner form appears to glow from within when the light hits it.

The vase is heavy and well balanced, with a fluid, asymmetric silhouette that reads like sculpture. The opening curves organically, creating negative space and movement from every angle. It catches natural light beautifully, revealing warm tonal shifts within the amber core and subtle gradients along the onyx exterior.

Hand blown, not molded. The weight and clarity of the glass indicate quality studio craftsmanship. The piece feels architectural and modern, yet still has the softness and soul of hand worked glass.

Perfect as a stand-alone statement piece, on open shelving, on a credenza, or on a mantle where light can move through it.

Details
• Studio blown art glass
• Sommerso style layering of amber and onyx coloration
• Sculptural, asymmetric form
• Weight: approx. 3 lbs 4 oz
• Measurements: approx. 10.75 inches high, 5.25 inches at widest point
• Condition: excellent vintage, no chips, cracks, or cloudiness

Why it is special
The combination of heavy weight, sommerso coloration, and sculptural form makes this piece feel closer to a studio art object than a vase. It presents beautifully on its own. See less