Murano Venetian Green & Uranium Sommerso Glass Vase/Jug

Description

Here is a wonderful tall Venetian glass stem vase in the style of a jug, made on the island of Murano, near Venice, Italy. In a stunning combination of green glass cased in uranium yellow green glass, which is further encased in clear glass, using the renowned Venetian sommerso technique. The small amounts of Uranium in the glass cause this vase to glow bright green in UV light. Still bears the Hans Geismar import label, as well as a "Made in Italy" label on the base.

Size

Measures approx 12 inches tall by 3.5 inches in diameter at widest point.

Condition

Excellent condition, no chips or cracks, just a couple of surface scratches.