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Large Vetro Sommerso Vase by Carlo Scarpa for Venini Murano, circa 1930s

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Large Vetro Sommerso Vase by Carlo Scarpa for Venini Murano, circa 1930s. A large vetro sommerso bollicine vase designed by Carlo Scarpa between 1934 and 1936. Manufactured by Venini Murano Venice in the 1930s. Thick green glass with multiple air bubbles, vertical ribs and gold foil inclusions. Acid etched signature 'venini murano' on the base. Venini model number 3526. The sommerso bollicine series was first exhibited at the Biennale of Venice in 1934 and later on the Trienale of Milan in 1936. Carlo Scarpa (1906 – 1978) was one of the most important architects of Italian modernism. 'Architecture must be precious' is a famous quote from him. Like his role model Frank Lloyd Wright, he was also a follower of organic architecture. Carlo Scarpa created the first Sommerso vases for Venini in the early 1930s. Further design ideas from his signature were presented at the 19th Biennale d'Arte in Venice. Carlo Scarpa explored the interaction of glass and light in his works. Several well known glass techniques such as murrine (patterned glass made from rods), penelatte (glass with brushstroke decoration), inciso (glass with cutted lines) and battuto (beaten glass) characterise his objects. In 1961, Carlo Scarpa created a large light installation with modular polyhedra in the form of free fall for the World Exhibition in Turin Measures: Height: 10.63" (27 cm) Diameter: 3.94" (10 cm) Literature Reference: Marino Barovier, Carlo Scarpa Venini 1932 - 1947, Milano 2012, pages 127, 130 and 131 Marino Barovier, Carlo Scarpa, Glass of an Architect, Milano 1998, page 106 artfour is an owner-managed trading company dealing with fancy pieces of Murano and Scandinavian art glass. Our passion for the beauty of these works of art drives us to become your preferred partner for the expansion of your collection. We have been dealing with 20th century art glass since the 1980s and have great experience. We guarantee the authenticity of all items we offer. We operate worldwide with well-packed and money back guarantee service.
  • Creator:
    Venini (Manufacturer)
  • Attributed to:
    Carlo Scarpa (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.63 in (27 cm)Diameter: 3.94 in (10 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1930s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. All of our items are in very good condition. They have been utilised and therefore may show age-related traces of usage. If not mentioned in the item description they don't have defects. Feel free to contact us for a detailled condition report.
  • Seller Location:
    Berghuelen, DE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: e67481stDibs: LU988732761752
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