Mid-Century Modern Murano-Style Art Glass Sommerso Starburst Bowl

This is a striking example of Mid-Century Modern sculptural art glass, likely dating from the 1960s or 1970s. The piece is crafted using the 'Sommerso' technique, featuring a deep cobalt blue core encased within a vibrant amber-honey colored outer layer of thick glass. The construction is characterized by an eight-pointed starburst or 'pinched' form, where the glass has been hand-pulled while molten to create elegant, elongated wings. The center of the bowl is deep and circular, transitioning into these dramatic outward-reaching glass extensions. Small spherical glass nodules are applied at the 'valleys' between the peaks, adding a unique textural element. Physically, the glass exhibits high clarity and significant weight, indicating quality craftsmanship typical of Murano (Italian) or Chalet (Canadian) production houses. The condition appears very good with no visible chips or major cracks, though typical light shelf wear on the base and minor surface scratches consistent with age may be present. There are no immediate signatures or maker's marks visible in the photograph, which is common for such art glass that traditionally relied on paper labels. The organic, fluid shape and bold bi-color scheme represent the height of psychedelic-influenced decor of the late mid-century era.