Modern Sommerso Murano Glass Flower Vase from Toso from Fratelli Toso, 1970s

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A superb Murano glass vase, a sculptural piece of Modernist design. This piece is a rare joint production of the … Read more A superb Murano glass vase, a sculptural piece of Modernist design. This piece is a rare joint production of the renowned Toso and Venini manufacturers, estimated to date back to the 1970s.

Subject and Style: Organic and sculptural design, with a two-tone "Y" or horn shape. The body splits into two elegant points, one blue and one green, created with the complex Sommerso glass technique.

Material and Finish: Crafted from heavy, solid blown glass. The finish is polished and brilliant, capturing the light beautifully.

Base: The base is the focal point of the piece: a solid mass of transparent glass enclosing an underwater "garden" with flower-shaped murrine (white and red) and a backdrop of blue bubbles (bullicante technique).

Ideal for Murano glass collectors, lovers of Toso and Venini designs, or as a striking centerpiece that won't go unnoticed.

Technical Details and Condition:

Type: Vase / Glass Sculpture
Subject: Sommerso / Murrine / Bullicante
Manufacturer/Design: Toso and Venini (Muranese Manufactory)
Materials: Murano blown glass
Period: Vintage (1970s)
Dimensions:
Width: 11.5 cm
Depth: 10 cm
Total Height: 31.5 cm
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The glass is intact, shiny, and bright, with no chips or cracks.
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