A small bowl with a wonderfully bold personality. A glowing red center nestles within cool green glass, with thick, rounded walls and an inward fold that gives the rim its sculptural shape. As the light changes, so does the balance of color—fiery at its heart, fresh green at its edges. Perfect for Christmastime and all the time.

Beautiful on a console, beside a favorite chair, or among treasured objects on a bookshelf, this vintage Murano sommerso bowl brings the pleasure of Italian art glass into everyday life. The sort of piece that once held court on a coffee table, ready for another generation of familiar rooms and fond memories.

Measurements

• Length: 5 inches / 12.7 cm

• Width: 4.5 inches / 11.4 cm

• Height: 2 inches / 5.1 cm

Condition

Vintage condition with some visible surface wear. Please review the photographs closely.

History of the Maker

This bowl features sommerso, Italian for “submerged,” in which contrasting layers of glass create color suspended within color. Here, the red interior and green outer layer give a compact form remarkable visual depth.

Ways to Use

• Keep rings and earrings together on a dressing table.

• Give keys a colorful landing place near the door.

• Fill it with nuts or bar snacks at a cocktail party.

• Place it on a desk for paper clips or other small essentials.

• For an unexpected table accent, float a single flower in a little water.

Duty Notice

The majority of our items are sourced in France and Italy and shipped from Italy. FOR BUYERS RECEIVING SHIPMENTS IN THE UNITED STATES: The policy regarding import duties on goods shipped to the U.S. from the EU has changed multiple times in the past two years, and therefore we cannot predict if you will have to pay a duty to your post man or at your post office to receive your package. We continue shipping to the U.S. so that you still have access to the unique items we source.