Murano Green & Amber Sommerso Glass Vintage Geode Bowl

Description

Here is a wonderful 1950/60's Venetian glass 'geode' bowl/dish, made on the island of Murano, near Venice, Italy. These bowls were made by several manufacturers, including Archimede Seguso and Cenedese. Very similar items by these makers are shown in the book Italian Glass: Century 20 by Leslie Pina. In a stunning combination of green glass cased in amber glass, which is further encased in clear glass, using the renowned Venetian sommerso technique.

Size

Measures approx 1.75 inches tall by 5.5 inches in diameter at widest point.

Condition

Good condition, just a few nicks and fleabites to the rim, and a couple of surface scratches to the outside, all shown in final pictures.