Murano Uranium Glass Bullicante Bowl – Sommerso Style, 1960s, attrib. Galliano Ferro

Origin: Italy, Murano

Artist / Attribution: Attributed to Galliano Ferro

Year / Period: Circa 1960s

Materials: Hand-blown uranium glass

Features:
Thick-walled Murano glass bowl or ashtray in glowing uranium glass.
Executed in the bullicante technique with controlled air bubbles and subtle Sommerso layering.

Handcrafted with precision, this sculptural piece glows under UV light — a vibrant combination of craftsmanship and curiosity.

Heavy for its size, beautifully balanced in form and weight.

Marks / Signatures: Unsigned

Condition:
Good overall condition consistent with age and use. Minor surface wear on the underside. No chips or cracks. Fully functional unless otherwise stated.

Measurements:
Height: approx. 5 cm
Diameter: approx. 10 cm
Weight: approx. 570 g