Sommerso Style Murano Glass Hound Figurine

This is a hand-blown art glass figurine depicting a stylized hound or 'Basset' type dog in a seated, howling pose with its head tilted upward. The piece is executed in a multi-layered sommerso technique, featuring a core of deep amethyst or charcoal glass encased in clear crystal. It is further embellished with internal 'bullicante' or 'oro' features, including aventurine-like gold foil flecks and vibrant yellow glass accents around the eyes and collar area. The dog features long, drooping ears and a curved tail, characteristic of mid-20th-century Italian glass design. The figurine stands approximately 6 to 8 inches tall. The craftsmanship displays high-quality smooth contours and a heavy, weighted base. No visible chips, cracks, or deep scratches are present in the image, suggesting the piece is in excellent vintage condition. It likely dates from the late 1950s to the 1970s and shares aesthetic similarities with the works of Seguso or Archimede Seguso, though no maker's mark is immediately visible on the surface. The light refraction indicates high-lead content crystal was used for the outer casing.