Description

A breath-taking Murano sommerso vase showcasing the pinnacle of Venetian glass artistry. This ice glass masterpiece features hypnotic layers of translucent green and golden yellow, encased in clear blue glass using the revered sommerso technique. Precision faceted edges and a textured “block cut” design create dazzling light play, while the vetri molati (ground glass) finish underscores its handmade authenticity.

Layered hues of green and amber-yellow suspended in flawless clarity, a hallmark of Alessandro Mandruzzato experimental era. Sharp, angular cuts and a textured surface amplify its sculptural depth, blending mid-century modernism with avant-garde daring.

Dimensions:
Height 17cm (6 3/4in)
Width 9cm (3 1/2in)
Thickness 5cm (2in)
Weight 855gm (1.88lb)

Condition: Pristine no chips, cracks, or damage. Light base wear confirms its vintage origin without compromising elegance,  a compact yet striking statement piece.

Alessandro Mandruzzato is a fourth-generation Murano maestro, Mandruzzato revolutionized glass art with patented cold engraving and grinding techniques. His textured works, like this vase, reflect collaborations with global architects and a fearless reinvention of tradition. Rarely signed, his pieces are identified by technical precision and layered complexity traits that earned him the Globo Tricolore award for Italian excellence.

Why Rare? Scarcity: Few Mandruzzato vases from this period survive in such flawless condition.

Attribution Challenge: While faceted sommerso glass was mimicked by factories (V. Nason, Cesare Toso), this vase’s icy translucency and geometric rigor align uniquely with his legacy

A fusion of heritage and innovation  own a fragment of Murano’s golden age.

Authenticity guaranteed. Photos reflect condition