Murano Faceted Blue & Red Sommerso Glass Block Bowl

Murano Faceted Blue & Red Sommerso Glass Block Bowl
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Product Number: WS10440

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Description

Here is a wonderful Venetian glass bowl, 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 red glass cased in a band of blue glass, which is further encased in an angular block of clear glass, using the renowned Venetian sommerso technique.

Please note: the plastic stand is for display purposes only and is not included.

Size

Measures approx 2 inches tall by 4.25 inches in diameter at widest point.

Condition

Excellent condition, no chips or cracks other than a small nibble to one side, and a couple of minute fleabites to the inside rim, all shown in final pictures.

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