Sommerso (Italian for "submerged") is the Murano glassmaking technique of creating two or more layers of contrasting glass without the colors mixing together. It is formed by dipping colored glass into molten glass of a different color, before blowing the glass into the required form. The outermost layer is often clear. Murano Art Glass, Sommerso vase, bright green and clear glass.
Description Murano vase in bright green and clear glass.
Origin Italy, circa 1960
Condition Excellent, wear consistent with age and use.
