Formia Vetri di Murano Sommerso Glass Goose or Duck, 13 in, Downward, Label

A striking example of mid-century modern Italian art glass, this boldly stylized goose / duck sculpture was crafted by the celebrated Murano studio Formia Vetri di Murano. With its elongated, abstracted form and luminous glass body, this piece embodies the confident, sculptural aesthetic of 1950s–60s Venetian design — equally at home on a collector's shelf or as a dramatic decorative accent. The bill faces gracefully downward, designed to complement its upward-facing sister piece as a perfectly matched flanking pair.

The piece retains its original Formia Vetri di Murano label, a rare and desirable feature that confirms authenticity and adds significant provenance value.

Design & Craftsmanship

The Body Technique: The torso features an elegant semi-translucent milky white finish reminiscent of the classic Venetian Alabastro or opaline glass treatments.

Vibrant Wing Patch: A stunning crackled turquoise-blue inclusion highlights the wing and flank section, creating a beautiful focal point that contrasts perfectly with the neutral body.

Applied Accents: The bill is crafted from a separate, masterfully applied piece of translucent pink art glass, while subtle metallic dusting or fine glass powders give the lower chest area its shimmering texture.

The Maker: Founded in 1962 on the island of Murano by master glassmakers Formentello and Mian, the Formia studio became legendary during the 1970s and 1980s specifically for its highly stylized, elegant large-scale bird and animal sculptures.

🏛️ Rare Acquisition Opportunity: The Complete Matching Pair

This exceptional sculpture is Part II of an originally intended pair. Finding a single piece of this quality with its original label intact is a collector's milestone — finding the complete pair is exceedingly rare.

• The Matching Listing: The sister sculpture (Part I) features the bill facing upward, designed to flank a mantelpiece, sideboard, or display cabinet perfectly.
• Pair Discount: Purchase both pieces together and save 10% — discount is applied automatically at checkout. No code needed.

Technical Specifications & Measurements

• Maker: Formia Vetri di Murano, Murano, Italy
• Style: Mid-Century Modern (MCM)
• Material: Murano Art Glass
• Height: 13 inches (approx. 33.02 cm)
• Width: 3.5 inches (approx. 8.89 cm)
• Depth: 5 inches (approx. 12.70 cm)
• Weight: 5.5 lbs (approx. 2.49 kg)
• Signatures/Marks: Original Formia Vetri di Murano paper label intact

Condition Report

• Overall Condition: Excellent condition consistent with age and careful display.
• Glass: No chips, cracks, or repairs. Glass retains its full brilliance and color.
• Label: Original label present and intact.