Description

This is a truly impressive, large-scale piece of authentic Murano art glass from the renowned Vetreria Colombo. Standing an imposing 20 inches tall, this mid-century modern sculpture depicts a leaping fish poised atop a crystalline, hand-pulled wave. The sheer scale and weight of this piece make it a premier example of 20th-century Italian glasswork.

The sculpture utilizes the classic sommerso (submerged) technique, featuring a core of deep emerald and smoky charcoal encased in thick, high-clarity translucent glass. The fish's body is further enhanced with bullicante—masterfully controlled internal air bubbles—to create a shimmering, light-catching texture reminiscent of scales. The heavy, fluted base is hand-shaped to mimic a crashing wave and bears the hand-etched signature "Colombo" on the underside.

• Artist/Maker: Vetreria Colombo (Hand-signed on base)

• Origin: Murano, Italy

• Technique: Sommerso, Bullicante, Hand-Blown

• Dimensions: 20" H x 10" W x 6" D

• Color Palette: Smoky Emerald, Charcoal, and Clear Crystal

• Condition: Excellent vintage condition; high clarity with no chips or cracks.

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