Murano / Venetian Green & Amber Sommerso Glass Globe Vase

Description

A small Venetian glass globe vase, made on the island of Murano, near Venice, Italy. In a stunning combination of green glass cased in amber glass, which is further encased in clear glass, using the renowned Venetian sommerso technique.

Please note: Although this vase is obviously too small to hold a bunch of flowers, it is still classed as a vase. Small vases like this were often used to hold flower heads, or miniature "sweetpea" flowers, or simply used as decorative ornaments.

Size

Measures approx 3 inches tall by 3.25 inches in diameter at widest point.

Condition

Excellent condition, no chips or cracks.