Mid-Century Modern Pink and Clear Sommerso Art Glass Starburst Vase

This is a substantial Mid-Century Modern art glass vase, likely of Murano origin or crafted by a firm such as Chalet Glass in Canada, dating to approximately the 1960s or 1970s. The piece utilizes the 'Sommerso' technique, featuring a core of vibrant cranberry or fuchsia pink glass encased within a thick layer of colorless clear glass. The form is highly sculptural and organic, characterized by a dramatic 6-point starburst or 'pulled' rim where the glass has been hand-stretched into elongated, tapering points. The body tapers down to a tripod-style base formed by similar pulled feet, providing both stability and aesthetic continuity. Its construction is heavy, indicating high-quality lead crystal or soda-lime glass composition typical of hand-blown studio glass. No maker's marks or signatures are immediately visible from the top-down perspective, but it displays the characteristic fluidity of free-form glassmaking. The condition appears to be excellent with a high surface gloss, no visible chips on the prominent tips, and only minor surface dust. Any shelf wear on the bottom would be expected given the age. The craftsmanship is evident in the symmetrical pull of the points and the clarity of the casing layer.