This Murano glass vase, most likely produced by Mandruzzato in Italy in the 1950s, embodies the essence of mid-century modern style. Crafted in the sommerso technique, it captivates with its two-layer structure: vibrant amber and yellow hues are encased in thick, crystal-clear glass. Vertically grooved sides gently widen toward the rim, forming an organic, sculptural shape reminiscent of a blossoming flower. The amber and yellow tones transition into a subtle gradient, enriched by the vase’s high-gloss finish. The quality of the blown glass is apparent in its clarity and substance, and the original gold Murano label affirms its authentic Italian origin. The vase is in excellent condition, with no surface flaws or signs of wear.This piece conveys the story of Italian craft from the mid-twentieth century: its clarity speaks to an era when strength of form and color responded to the desire for modernity and everyday joy. The organic lines and fluid color shifts are reminders of how Murano glassmaking captured Mediterranean light and distilled it into sophisticated functional forms. The vase seems to whisper of the confidence with which Italian glassmakers approached creation: detail, chromatic density, and smooth contour mattered above all.Within a collector’s interior or domestic space, this vase brings rhythm to a bookshelf filled with mid-century objects, and pairs elegantly with dark walnut or light oak surfaces. It can be placed on a marble console in a living room to emphasize the interplay of light within its thick glass. One could combine it with other Murano glass or vintage ceramics from the 1950s and 60s to achieve a refined, cohesive arrangement. Alternatively, the vase stands alone as a striking color accent in a minimalist or curated collector’s setting.
DIMENSION
Height16 cm
Depth8 cm
Width8 cm
Dimension details
Width8 cm
Height16 cm
Depth8 cm
Weight1 kg
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