Description
Beautiful large mid-century modern Murano sommerso glass ashtray/small bowl designed by Flavio Poli (Italy, 1960s). Made of thick dark blue, blue and clear Murano glass. Can be used as as an ashtray, small bowl or as a vide poche/catch-all. Original label still readable (can be removed very easily if needed). Width: 14.5 cm/5.7”; depth: 13.5 cm/5.3”; height: 6 cm/2.4”. Excellent vintage condition.
”Sommerso” is a technique developed in Murano in the 1930s which became very popular in the 1950s/60s. The result is a glass with contrasting colours that is commonly caused by a clear layer.
| Creator |
Flavio Poli |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer |
Made Murano Glass |
| Design Period | 1960 to 1969 |
| Year | |
| Production Period | 1960 to 1969 |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy |
| Identifying Marks | This piece has an attribution mark |
| Style | Italian, Vintage, Italian Modern |
| Detailed Condition |
Excellent This vintage/antique piece is in near original condition. It may show minimal traces of use and/or have slight restorations. |
| Product Code | BMM-1393991 |
| Materials | Murano Glass |
| Color | Blue, Clear |
| Width |
15 cm 5.7 inch |
| Depth |
14 cm 5.3 inch |
| Height |
6 cm 2.4 inch |
| Duties Notice | Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order. |
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