Sommerso (Italian for "submerged") is the Murano glassmaking technique of creating two or more layers of contrasting glass without the colours mixing together. It is formed by dipping coloured glass into molten glass of a different colour, before blowing the glass into the required form.
Description Sommerso Murano glass candle holders, faceted on five sides in yellow, orange, amber and brown.
Origin Italy, circa 1950
Condition Excellent, wear consistent with age and use.
