Large Murano Sommerso Perfume Bottle in Pink Green Glass attributed to Formia, 1980s

Details

Description

This large 1980s Murano Sommerso perfume bottle, attributed to Formia, is hand-blown in translucent green and vivid pink glass with … Read more This large 1980s Murano Sommerso perfume bottle, attributed to Formia, is hand-blown in translucent green and vivid pink glass with a substantial sculptural form. The generously rounded body has a softly undulating profile, with the considerable thickness of the glass creating a rich sense of depth. Green runs through the center of the vessel, framed by sweeping areas of pink and clear glass that shift and overlap according to the viewing angle. A thick clear base anchors the composition and accentuates the weight of the hand-blown construction. The large matching stopper is an integral part of the design, repeating the pink and green palette in a compact rounded form. Its green stem appears suspended within the surrounding pink glass, adding another layer of color and completing the bottle’s distinctive stacked silhouette. At 20 cm high, this is a notably large perfume bottle, with the scale and weight to read as a sculptural Murano glass object as much as a functional vessel for fragrance. Made in Murano, Italy, with a polished base and no maker’s mark or label. Good vintage condition with light surface, edge and base wear, together with fleabites. No known restoration or repairs. Dimensions: Height 20 cm / 7.87 in.; diameter 11 cm / 4.33 in. See less