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Very Large Murano Art Glass Cobalt Blue and Green Sommerso Dolphin Sculpture
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Very impressive, hand made and mouth blown in Italy, Murano art glass sommerso figure or sculpture of a dolphin in a very vibrant cobalt blue color with fading green accents, clear fin and head. The word "sommerso" means submerged which involves submerging a blown glass article in a crystal clear molten glass of a different color. This technique was started in the 1930's by Carlo Scarpa. Murano sculptures with color are twice as expensive and more sought after than the all clear ones because the technique of doing so can only be done by a very experienced master glass blower. This is a very large and stately art glass sea life sculpture and is sure to impress! The quality of the Murano glass is the finest and it moves fluidly with light, making the sculpture almost seem like it is alive. The silhouette of the dolphin is long, bold and striking. In very good pre-owned estate condition with the original red and gold Murano Made in Italy sticker still affixed to it.
The dolphin measures approximately 9.5" tall x 13" wide x 6.25" deep.
Century old Murano glass from Italy is world renowned for its' appearance, elegance and beauty. Each piece of Murano glass, brings with itself the history and enchanting beauty of Italy. Glassmaking has been in existence since the 10th century in Venice and has been operating continuously ever since. Glass was one of the Renaissance’s most wished for treasures and at one point in history, was an extremely luxurious and valuable commodity available only to the most wealthy. Glassmakers were considered “royalty” and enjoyed several privileges. They could wear swords and enjoyed immunity from prosecution. The daughters of glassmakers were allowed to marry into Venice’s blue-blooded families. Italian glass products were highly priced in the Middle Ages and were predominantly responsible for the power and wealth of the Venetian people. The glassmakers of Murano are truly "The Masters". They blow exceptionally fine forms and objects, using only a few tools. To refine the form of Murano glass, the glassblower sits in the special “glassmaker’s chair,” with extended arms, to support the blowpipe.
- Similar to:Vintage Murano Gallery (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Width: 6.25 in (15.88 cm)Depth: 13 in (33.02 cm)
- Style:Modern (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1980's
- Condition:There are a few small rubs on the left side of the tail but there are no chips.
- Seller Location:Tustin, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU4033340664382
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