Murano Sommerso Splash Bowl | Large Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Centerpiece

An exceptional and highly sculptural Murano sommerso crystal art glass centerpiece. Formia Vetri di Murano, Italy, and dating to the 1960s. This impressive large-scale piece captures the expressive elegance of Italian mid-century design, featuring an organic “splash” silhouette with dramatic elongated tips and fluid movement frozen in crystal.

Hand-blown in luminous Murano cristallo, delicate layers of rose-pink glass are encased within clear crystal and gathered into a radiant aqua-blue core. The sommerso technique creates remarkable optical depth, allowing light to travel through the glass and reveal shifting tones from every angle. Its size and dynamic form make it an eye-catching statement object — equally suited for a modern interior, curated shelf, or gallery-style display.

Unlike heavy lead crystal, Murano cristallo is prized for its clarity and refined brilliance, giving this piece an airy yet luxurious presence. Large examples in this sculptural format are increasingly sought after by collectors of Italian art glass.

MeasurementsLength (tip to tip): 43 cm / approx. 16.9 inchesHeight: 16 cm / approx. 6.3 inches

Details
• Maker: Formia Vetri di Murano (attributed)
• Origin: Murano, Italy
• Material: Murano crystal (cristallo)
• Technique: Sommerso layered art glass
• Period: circa 1960s
• Colors: Pink, clear crystal with blue core
• Style: Mid-Century Modern / Italian Art Glass

Condition:
excellent condition.