Decorative Bowl / Catchall / Heavy Ashtray Maker / Designer.

Attributed to Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri d'Arte Origin Murano, Italy (1960s) Technique Sommerso (Submerged Glass) with Hand-Cut Facets Color Rich Turquoise / Teal Core encased in Clear Heavy Glass.

Height 6.5 cm Width / Diameter 14 cm.

Condition.

Vintage condition with minor flaws (detailed below).

Detailed Description

A stunning 1960s Mid-Century Modern Italian art glass bowl designed in the classic Sommerso style. A vibrant turquoise/teal inner glass core is encased in heavy, thick clear glass, expertly cut into sharp geometric outer facets. The base features a textured diamond/waffle-cut pattern that reflects light through the bowl to create remarkable optical depth. Whether displayed as a table sculpture, trinket dish, or collector's ashtray, it is a high-impact piece of Venetian glassmaking.

Detailed Condition Report

Please review all high-resolution close-up photos for a complete visual representation: Internal Inclusion: Contains an undersurface "dent" / stress mark within the glass structure, approx. 1 cm wide.

This is below the surface layer and cannot be felt on the top surface.

Rim / Edges: Features a tiny, hard-to-notice "nibble" / fleabite dent along one corner edge. Surface Scratches: Very light, non-visual surface scratches consistent with vintage age and careful handling; not noticeable during display. Overall Presentation: Structurally sound with brilliant clarity, vibrant color, and strong display appeal.

History & Design Note.

Popularized during the mid-century golden age of Italian glassmaking, this geometric faceted design is attributed to Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri d'Arte (Murano, Italy). Poli pioneered the Sommerso (meaning "submerged") technique, layering molten colored glass inside clear casing without blending. The sharp cut planes and textured base function as prisms, casting rich aqua reflections from every angle.