V-shaped vase

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Since 1397, the Seguso family has epitomized the art of Murano glassmaking, sustaining an unbroken lineage of 23 generations of master artisans. Among the most esteemed and historic glass manufacturers on Murano, Seguso's creations ranging from chandeliers to bespoke installations are showcased in over 75 museums worldwide, including the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. Their enduring legacy is a testament to centuries of innovation and craftsmanship, with their archives and designs continuing to inspire contemporary works that honour their rich heritage.

Sommerso, Italian for submerged, is the Murano glassmaking technique of creating two or more layers of contrasting glass without the colours mixing together. It is formed by dipping coloured glass into molten glass of a different colour, before blowing the glass into the required form. The outermost layer is often clear. The technique was originally developed in the 1930s by Carlo Scarpa at Venini & Co.

During the 1950s the Sommerso style became world famous due to the work of Flavio Poli, artistic director of Seguso Vetri d'Arte.