Description:

Murano glass sculpture.

Monumental hand-blown Murano glass sculpture with a dramatic organic form and sweeping wing-like extensions. Executed in clear glass with a vivid yellow overlay and characteristic sommerso effect. An impressive decorative art glass object representing the modernist Murano glassmaking tradition.
Dimensions: H. 16 cm, W. 62 cm, D. 18 cm.

Origin: Murano, Italy.
Material: Art glass.
Dimensions: H. 16 cm, W. 62 cm, D. 18 cm.
Period: 1960s.
Condition: Excellent condition with minor signs of wear.

Bio:
Murano is world-renowned for its glass production, which has been centred on the island of Murano near Venice since the 13th century. During the 1950s and 1960s, Murano glass artists gained international recognition for innovative forms, vibrant colours and advanced techniques such as sommerso, helping establish Murano glass as an icon of modern design.