Murano-Style Sommerso Art Glass Sculpture, 'The Dancing Angel'

Story

The island of Murano in Venice has been the world's glassblowing capital since 1291, but it was in the mid-20th century that artists began moving away from functional vases toward 'scultura di vetro'—pure glass sculpture.

Maker / Origin

While this piece appears unsigned, it follows the tradition of great Venetian masters like Seguso or Barbini, who pioneered the use of heavy, multi-layered glass to create abstract forms.

Condition & Value

The glass appears clear with no visible 'sickness' or clouding. There is some light shelf wear on the base, which is expected and helps confirm it isn't a brand-new mass-produced import. Excellent condition generally maintains the value of these decorative pieces.