Italian glass artist Flavio Poli’s innovative use of the sommerso technique during the 1950s added a dimension of exquisite beauty and refined elegance to mid-century-era Murano glass design. Today Poli’s vintage table lamps, glass vases, ashtrays and other objects are highly collectible.
Born in Chioggia in 1900, Poli attended the prestigious Istituto d’Arte di Venezia where he trained as a ceramist before turning his attention toward glass art. His career in glass began in 1929 when he worked at the Industrie Vetrerie Artistiche Murano, designing and creating large-scale glass sculptures, urns and bowls.
During the 1930s, Poli was a glass artist for manufacturer Barovier, Seguso and Ferro (later known as Seguso Vetri d’Arte), where he worked alongside pioneering glass master Archimede Seguso. Poli was later appointed artistic director at the Venetian glassworks.
Inspired by Seguso, Poli began to experiment with his own glassblowing techniques. In the 1950s, he helped popularize the decades-old sommerso style, which sees overlapping layers of transparent handblown glass melded through a heating process and immersed in pots of molten colored glass. The style yields a sophisticated and mesmerizing effect — it's as if colored fluids have been trapped inside the layers of clear glass. Poli made use of variations on the technique in many of his pieces, including in designs for vases, bowls, sculptures and more.
Poli’s unparalleled designs and innovative work with the sommerso technique garnered numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. He won five Grand Prix awards at the Milan Triennale and was awarded the Compasso d’Oro prize in 1954. Poli’s designs were also presented at the World’s Fair in Brussels and the Venice Biennale in 1958.
Today, Poli’s work can be found in museums around the world, including the Museum of Modern Art in New York, Murano Glass Museum in Venice, Museo Boncompagni Ludovisi in Rome and the National Gallery of Victoria in Australia.
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1960s Astonishing Murano Pink Vase by Flavio Poli for Seguso, Made in Italy
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Astonishing pink vase by Flavio Poli for Seguso in Murano glass. Made in Italy. The item is in excellent condition. Dimensions: Diameter 4,72 x 11,81 height inches Diameter 12 ...
Murano Glass
Sommerso Murano Glass Vase by Flavio Poli for Alessandro Mandruzzato, Italy 60s
By Flavio Poli
Located in Lucija, SI
Large Mid-Century Murano Sommerso Glass Vases Designed by Flavio Poli for Alessandro Mandruzzato in Italy in the 60s
Murano Glass
Flavio Poli Production Seguso Submerged glass vase Design Italy 1950 Mid-Century
By Flavio Poli, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Palermo, IT
FLAVIO POLI. Production Seguso Vetri d’Arte, Design Italy 1950 ca. Vase in colorless, light blue and lilac sommerso glass, drop-shaped body with flat circular mouth. Please watch the...
Murano Glass
Stunning Flavio Poli 'Sommerso' Murano Art Glass Vase for Seguso Italy 1960s
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Flavio Poli
Located in Meer, VAN
Stunning Flavio Poli 'Sommerso' Murano Art Glass Vase for Seguso Vetri d'Arte Italy 1960s A stunning mid century Flavio Poli ‘Sommerso’ Murano art glass vase, Seguso Vetri d'Arte, V...
Art Glass
Italian Modern Murano Sommerso Glass Vase By Flavio Poli, Italy 70s
By Flavio Poli
Located in Lucija, SI
Rare murano sommerso glass vasse from the 70s era. Designed by Flavio Poli. In excellent condition. Dimensions: H 31 cm D 12 cm Hole 0.8 cm
Murano Glass
Scarce Sommerso Green, Yellow & Clear Block Glass Vase by Flavio Poli, 1960s
By Flavio Poli, Seguso
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
A striking and scarce Murano Sommerso block glass vase designed by Flavio Poli in the 1960s. This elegant piece showcases Poli’s signature mastery of the Sommerso (“submerged”) techn...
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Sommerso
Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano Flavio Poli Sommerso Orange Italian Art Glass Vase
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Flavio Poli
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso orange to clear Italian art glass ribbed flower bud vase. The piece is documented to the Seguso Vetri d'Arte company. The vase is publish...
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
$2,946Sale Price|30% Off
Murano Glass Large Bottle by Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri D´Arte, Italy, 1960s
By Flavio Poli, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Valencia, VC
Seguso Vetri D’Arte Bottle Vase by Flavio Poli, Documented A striking and rare large bottle vase designed by Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri D’Arte, created during his time as the comp...
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Flavio Poli Italian Murano Sommerso Faceted Diamond Vase Mid Century
By Flavio Poli, Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning heavy Sommerso vase in purple / yellow by Flavio Poli for Murano. Circa 1960s Beautiful ,elegant and nice clean condition. Diamond shape.
Blown Glass
Flavio Poli Seguso Murano Sommerso Red, Yellow & Clear Glass Teardrop Tall Vase
By Flavio Poli, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Barcelona, ES
A wonderful Sommerso red and yellow hand blown Murano glass teardrop large vase. Designed by Flavio Poli and manufactured by Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Italy, 1950s. Amazing teardrop shape...
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Glass
1960s Astonishing Rare Murano Vase by Flavio Poli for Seguso, Made in Italy
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Astonishing vase By Flavio Poli for Seguso in Murano glass. Made in Italy. The item is in excellent condition. Dimensions: diam 3,93 x 9,44 H inches diam 10 cm x 24 H cm
Murano Glass
Murano Sommerso Brown, Amber & Aquamarine Block Vase by Flavio Poli, 1960s
By Seguso, Flavio Poli
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Striking Murano Sommerso block vase designed by Flavio Poli in the 1960s, showcasing his mastery of color layering and geometric form. This ...
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Sommerso
Large Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano Sommerso Glass Bowl, 1960s
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Flavio Poli
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano Sommerso Glass Bowl, 1960s. A very large Murano sommerso art glass bowl. Designed by Flavio Poli or Mario ...
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Set of 3 Flavio Poli Murano Sommerso Glass Vases for Seguso, Italy, 1950s
By Flavio Poli
Located in Stockholm, SE
A vibrant and sculptural set of three Murano glass vases designed by Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Italy, circa 1950s. These stunning pieces are crafted using the renowned Som...
Sommerso
Scarce Sommerso Green, Amber & Aquamarine Block Vase by Flavio Poli, 1960s
By Flavio Poli, Seguso
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
A striking and scarce Murano Sommerso block vase designed by Flavio Poli in the 1960s. This expertly crafted piece showcases Poli’s signatur...
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Sommerso
1960s Astonishing Rare Murano Blue Vase by Flavio Poli for Seguso, Made in Italy
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Astonishing blue vase by Flavio Poli for Seguso in Murano glass. Made in Italy. It's so rare in this color. This vase is a true piece of modern art. The item is in excellent co...
Murano Glass
Murano Sommerso Glass Vase by Flavio Poli for Alessandro Mandruzzato, Italy 70s
By Alessandro Mandruzzato, Flavio Poli
Located in Lucija, SI
Nice Mid-Century Murano Sommerso Glass Vases Designed by Flavio Poli for Alessandro Mandruzzato in Italy in the 70s
Murano Glass
$3,330
Seguso Verti D'arte
By Flavio Poli, Archimede Seguso
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Sommerso aqua and blue lamp base by Seguso Vetri d'Arte designed by Flavio Poli.
Crystal
Flavio Poli Seguso Vetri d’Arte, Bean-Shaped Submerged Glass Vase, Murano 1950s
By Flavio Poli, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in BARCELONA, ES
This elegant bean-shaped vase, designed by Flavio Poli (1900–1984) for Seguso Vetri d’Arte around 1950, exemplifies the refined artistry of Murano glassmaking in the mid-20th century...
Murano Glass
Vintage "Sommerso" Murano Glass Vase, 1970s, Italy
By Flavio Poli
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage "Sommerso" vase realized by Flavio Poli in the 1970s. Excellent condition.
Murano Glass
Murano sommerso glass faceted vase by Flavio Poli , 1970s
By Flavio Poli
Located in Delft, NL
Murano sommerso glass faceted vase by Flavio Poli , 1970s
Glass
Alessandro Mandruzzato Blue and Yellow Sommerso Murano Vase, Italy 1960s
By Mandruzzato, Flavio Poli, Alessandro Mandruzzato
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
A stunning vintage Sommerso Murano glass vase, designed by Flavio Poli and crafted by Alessandro Mandruzzato, showcases a captivating combination of blue, yellow, and clear hues. Thi...
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Flavio Poli Seguso Red Orange Sommerso Murano Art Glass Vase
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Flavio Poli
Located in Barcelona, ES
Sculptural Murano art glass vase in shades of Red and Orange. Designed by Flavio Poli and manufactured by Seguso Vetri d'Arte. Italy, 1950s. Vibrant colors: Red and orange glass with...
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Large Murano Faceted Sommerso Amber, Yellow & Clear Block Vase by Flavio Poli
By Flavio Poli, Seguso
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Impressive large Murano glass vase attributed to Flavio Poli, showcasing the masterful Sommerso technique for which Murano glassmaking is internationally renowned. The vase features ...
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Sommerso
Green Italian Vase, Sommerso Murano Glass Flavio Poli for ALESSANDRO MANDRUZZATO
By Flavio Poli
Located in Pasadena, CA
This Murano Vase is crafted in the Sommerso style, developed by designer Flavio Poli, known for his innovative approach to glass design. The vase features a faceted form in rich gree...
Murano Glass
Flavio Poli Murano Art Glass Vessel
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Flavio Poli
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful emerald-green and yellow Italian Murano art glass vessel, by Flavio Poli, for glassmaking company Seguso Vetri d’Arte, Italian midcentury modern design period, circa mid-...
Murano Glass
$384Sale Price|60% Off
Italian Murano Art Glass Small Vase by Flavio Poli for Seguso, 1970s
By Seguso, Flavio Poli
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
This refined artistic vase captures the essence of 1970s Murano glass craftsmanship, with the masterful work of Flavio Poli for Seguso. Renowned for his innovative use of the sommers...
Art Glass
Vintage Art Bowl Vase by Seguso Murano 1950s
By Flavio Poli, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Art Bowl Vase by Seguso Murano 1950s A vintage Murano art glass bowl most probably manufactured by Seguso Vetri D'Arte and designed by Flavio Poli, Venice in the 1950s. The ...
Art Glass
$1,320Sale Price|20% Off
Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano Sommerso Purple Red Italian Art Glass Perfume Bottle
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Flavio Poli
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful and tall, vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso lavender purple and bright red Italian art glass vanity perfume bottle. Attributed to the Seguso Vetri d'Arte Company. Similar ...
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Vase in Green and Amber Sommerso Glass, Flavio Poli for Seguso
By Flavio Poli, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vase in Green and Amber Sommerso Glass, Flavio Poli for Seguso A vintage art glass vase, designed by Flavio Poli and manufactured by Seguso Vetri D'Arte Murano Venice in the 1960s. ...
Art Glass
Faceted Murano Sommerso Brown, Amber & Clear Block Vase by Flavio Poli, 1960s
By Flavio Poli, Seguso
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
A striking faceted Murano Sommerso vase from the 1960s, attributed to Flavio Poli. This elegant piece showcases the masterful Sommerso technique, featuring a deep brown core submerge...
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Sommerso
Vintage Art Glass Vase by Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri D'Arte
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Flavio Poli
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Art Glass Vase by Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri D'Arte A vintage art glass vase, designed by Flavio Poli and manufactured by Seguso Vetri D'Arte Murano Venice circa 1961. The...
Art Glass
$606Sale Price|20% Off
Blue Sommerso vase by Flavio Poli for Seguso
By Seguso, Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
Flavio Poli for Seguso - Sommerso Murano vase - Collectible Glass "Sommerso" is a defining style of Murano glassmaking, easily identified by the layers of different colours making u...
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
Original Vintage Luigi Onesto Murano "Flame" Vase (Signed)
By Flavio Poli
Located in North Miami, FL
Rich cranberry and yellow Murano glass vase signed to underside by Poli Murano.
Glass
Murano Sommerso Red, Yellow & Aquamarine Block Vase by Flavio Poli, 1960s
By Flavio Poli, Seguso
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
A striking Murano Sommerso block vase from the 1960s, designed by Flavio Poli. This beautifully faceted piece features a bold red interior l...
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Sommerso
70s Cubic Sommerso VASE
By Flavio Poli, Seguso
Located in Ljubljana, SI
A beautiful pink cubic Sommerso vase designed and manufactured for Seguso in Murano in the 1970s. Handcrafted faceted glass using the "sommerso" technique Magnificent collectible and...
Murano Glass
Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri d’Arte, Murano, circa 1950 – Sommerso Vase
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Flavio Poli
Located in BARCELONA, ES
This striking Murano glass vase was designed by Flavio Poli (1900–1984) for Seguso Vetri d’Arte, circa 1950. Standing 23.5 cm (9.25 in) high with a diameter of 13 cm (5.1 in), it is ...
Murano Glass
Murano Sommerso vase by Flavio Poli
By Flavio Poli
Located in MADRID, ES
Murano glass vase sommerso designed by Flavio Poli. Italy, 1960s. Height: 32cm Length:14cm Width: 5cm Flavio Poli (1900-1984) was an Italian designer and artist famous for his work...
Murano Glass
Flavio Poli Vase Murano Glass, 1955, Italy
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
Flavio Poli vase Murano glass, 1955, Italy.
Murano Glass
Flavio Poli Seguso Murano Red Yellow Sommerso Art Glass Vase
By Flavio Poli, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Barcelona, ES
A wonderful red and yellow hand blown Murano glass vase. Designed by Flavio Poli and manufactured by Seguso Vetri d'Arte. Italy, 1950s. Red glass with a layer of yellow glass cased into clear glass using the Sommerso technique. Amazing organic design and eye-catching colors. Lovely to be used as flower vase or decorative vase. To be exhibited alone or with other vases and bowls as a part of a larger Murano glass collection...
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Glass
Murano Faceted Sommerso Amethyst, Amber & Aquamarine Block Vase by Flavio Poli
By Seguso, Flavio Poli
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Striking Murano Sommerso block vase designed by Flavio Poli in the 1960s, showcasing the sophisticated colour layering for which he is celeb...
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Sommerso
Murano Sommerso Glass Vase by Flavio Poli for Alessandro Mandruzzato, Italy 70s
By Alessandro Mandruzzato, Flavio Poli
Located in Lucija, SI
Murano Sommerso glass vase. Designed by Flavio Poli for Alessandro Mandruzzato.
Murano Glass
Rare Art Glass Vase by Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri D'Arte
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Flavio Poli
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Rare Art Glass Vase by Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri D'Arte A rare art glass vase designed by Flavio Poli and manufactured by Seguso Vetri D'Arte Murano Venice around 1961. The vase ...
Art Glass
Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri d'Arte Blown Glass Vase Model 7609, Italy, 1940s
By Flavio Poli, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in New York, NY
Seguso Vetri d'Arte elegant glass vase model 7609, Italy, circa 1942. This Murano blown glass vase was made using the cordonato ritorto technique of gently twisting ribbed glass in a...
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
A 1960s Flavio Poli Mid-Century Modern Italian Sommerso Red Murano Glass Vase
By Seguso, Flavio Poli
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A particular Mid-Century Modern red Murano glass vase designed by Flavio Poli and manufactured by Seguso, it's in perfect conditions. The Murano Glass Jug Vase...
Murano Glass
Mid Century Modern Cobalt Blue Murano glass vase by Sommerso, Italy 1970s
By Murano Glass Sommerso, Flavio Poli
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find 5 spectacular Mid Century Modern vases. They are done in Cobalt Blue Murano glass and are designed for a single flower. They are shaped as a tear drop. ...
Murano Glass
xxl 36cm 4.9kg Sommerso Glass Vase by Flavio Poli for SEGUSO, Murano, Italy 1970
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Flavio Poli
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Murano glass vase Origin: Murano, Italy Decade: 1970s Design: FLAVIO POLI Producer: SEGUSO This original glass vases was designed by FLAVIO POLI and produce...
Murano Glass
Mid Century Modern Cobalt Blue and Green Murano glass vase by Sommerso, 1970s
By Murano Glass Sommerso, Flavio Poli
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a spectacular Mid Century Modern vase. It is done in Cobalt Blue and Green Murano glass and it is designed for a single flower. It is shaped as a tear d...
Murano Glass
1970s Space Age Sommerso Murano Glass Huge Single Flower Vase by Flavio Poli
By Flavio Poli
Located in Aci Castello, IT
An heavy sommerso purple murano glass vase made in the Seventies by flavio Poli. It's in perfect conditions. Flavio Poli, a renowned Italian glass artist known for his innovative des...
Murano Glass
Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri d'Arte Sommerso Murano Art Glass Vase Mid Century
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Flavio Poli
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Exquisite murano glass vase documented to designer Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri d'Arte circa 1950. Made using Flavio Poli's signature sommerso technique that employs layer of glass s...
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Uranium Glass
Red and yellow cubic Sommerso vase by Flavio Poli for Seguso, Murano Italy, 1970
By Flavio Poli
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Superb and large red and yellow cubic sommerso vase designed and manufactured for seguso in murano in the 1970s. Handcrafted faceted glass using the "sommerso" technique (superpositi...
Crystal
Sommerso Vase 1960s
By Flavio Poli, Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Ljubljana, SI
An exceptional art glass Sommerso vase, attributed to the Italian designer Flavio Poli. The vase is in very good condition. Dimensions: 29 cm H x 11 cm W x 11 cm.
Murano Glass
Hand-blown Turquoise Murano Vase with Red and Orange Collar, Flavio Poli, 1955
By Flavio Poli
Located in Florence, Tuscany
Beautiful and rare example of a 1950s Flavio Poli Sommerso Vase in excellent condition. Poli (1900-1984) joined Seguso Vetri d’Arte as Creati...
Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
$1,154Sale Price|20% Off
Set of 2 Faceted Murano Glass Sommerso Vase Designed by Flavio Poli Italy, 1970s
By Flavio Poli, Alessandro Mandruzzato
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Murano glass vase set of 2 Origin: Murano, Italy Design: Flavio Poli Decade: 1970s This original vintage glass vases set was designed by Fl...
Murano Glass
Flavio Poli & Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Corroso Sommerso Vase, Italy 1957
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Flavio Poli
Located in La Teste-de-Buch, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Flavio Poli & Seguso Vetri d'Arte Corroso (Acid etched) and Sommerso (Different color layers) Vase Made in Italy circa 1957 Literature: Seguso Vetri d'Arte Glass Objects From Murano (1932-1973) - Marc Heiremans...
Blown Glass
Mid century Flavio Poli royal blue Murano faceted art glass vase
By Flavio Poli
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a mid-century vintage handblown Murano faceted art glass vase. This vase has a deep royal blue color with a red outline incased in clear class. This vase is faceted on four s...
Glass
Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano Red Gold Italian Art Glass Ribbed Flower Bud Vase
By Flavio Poli, Archimede Seguso, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown ruby red and gold flecks Italian art glass ribbed flower bud vase. The piece is documented to the Seguso Vetri d'Arte company. The vase is publish...
Gold Leaf
Small 1960s Murano Glass Sommerso Single-Stem Vase by Flavio Poli, Italy
By Flavio Poli
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Murano glass vase Design: Flavio Poli Origin: Murano, Italy Decade: 1970s These original Murano glass vases was produced in the 1970s in Italy. T...
Ceramic
Flavio Poli for Seguso Sommerso Vase Murano ca. 1953
By Flavio Poli, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Flavio Poli for Seguso Sommerso Vase Murano ca. 1953 A large sommerso art glass vase manufactured by Seguso Vetri D'Arte and designed by Flavio P...
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Flavio Poli for Seguso Sommerso Vase Murano ca. 1960s
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Flavio Poli
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Flavio Poli for Seguso Sommerso Vase Murano ca. 1960s A large sommerso art glass vase manufactured by Seguso Vetri D'Arte and designed by Flavio ...
Art Glass, Murano Glass