Murano/Sommerso Faceted Red Glass Block Vase

Description

Here is a wonderful 1950/60's Venetian glass vase, made on the island of Murano, near Venice, Italy. This style of glassware is usually attributed to Mandruzzato, although other manufacturers have made similar items, including Oball, Campanella and V Nason. In a stunning combination of cherry red glass cased in a band of amber glass, which is further encased in an angular block of clear glass, using the renowned Venetian sommerso technique.

Size

Measures approx 6.5 inches tall by 2.5 inches in diameter at widest point.

Condition

Has a few nicks and small impact marks, all shown in final pictures.