Murano vase, mid-century modern, glass, design by F. Poli, Italy, 1950s

A vase made using the Sommerso technique, designed by Flavio Poli, is an example of 1950s Italian Murano glass fitting the mid-century modern aesthetic. Its dominant feature is a saturated ruby red, encased in a solid layer of clear glass, creating a sense of depth and visual lightness. The organic shape, with pronounced, elongated protrusions at the rim, references biomorphic and marine inspirations. The smooth, crystal-clear, highly polished surface highlights the mastery of Venetian craftsmanship. The glass shows no scratches, chips, or signs of use. Condition: excellent, collectible, with no visible damage. This vase tells the story of post-war Italy—a country in the 1950s regaining balance between tradition and bold artistic exploration of new forms. The light- and colour-filled form seems to speak with the voice of an optimistic era: it brings noble energy while subtly paying homage to the magic of Venetian glass. The undulating edges evoke the sea current, with which Murano has been associated for centuries—as if the glass wanted to capture the movement, clarity, and life of the lagoon. The vase can be displayed solo on a piano, marble console, or low table with a muted palette—the transparent base will bring out the light, and the ruby colour will create a strong accent in spaces inspired by mid-century modern or Italian vintage style. Combined with minimalist ceramics, metal sculpture, or subdued graphics, it showcases the qualities of form and colour; it will also work in modern interiors as a decorative focal point. Suitable for both living rooms and exhibition spaces. No technical data available prevents providing additional usage parameters or care recommendations; the entire piece is made of artistically formed Murano glass.