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Murano Smoked Sommerso Glass Seal, V. Nason, Italy 1970s

$191.86
£140
€164.63
CA$266.09
A$286.47
CHF 153.41
MX$3,451.86
NOK 1,935.61
SEK 1,771.40
DKK 1,230.14

About the Item

A striking Murano glass seal sculpture handcrafted by V. Nason Cie in Italy during the 1970s, formed using the renowned sommerso technique. This vintage Italian art glass piece portrays a stylized circus seal, poised with a large ball balanced on its nose—a playful yet elegant composition reflective of Murano's rich glassmaking heritage. The sculpture is composed of layered smoked glass, with a dense, dark brown core enveloped in lighter, transparent smoky glass. This depth effect is characteristic of the sommerso method, widely associated with mid-century Murano glass art. The seal’s smooth, organic form reflects the minimalist sculptural tendencies of 1970s Italian design, making it an ideal piece for collectors of vintage Murano animal sculptures or decorative smoked glass objects. Approximate dimensions: 17 cm wide × 8 cm deep × 11 cm high. Condition: Very good vintage condition, with no visible chips or structural flaws. Minor surface wear consistent with age. This piece complements interiors styled with mid-century modern, Italian postmodern, or eclectic glassware collections, and would sit comfortably alongside works by other Murano glassmaker.
  • Creator:
    Vincenzo Nason Cie (Workshop/Studio)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.34 in (11 cm)Width: 6.7 in (17 cm)Depth: 3.15 in (8 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970-1979
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good vintage condition, with no visible chips or structural flaws. Minor surface wear consistent with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Glasgow, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6391246928742

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