Mid-Century Flavio Poli Murano Glass Ashtray

Mid-Century Flavio Poli Murano Glass AshtrayFlavio Poli former artistic director of Seguso Vetri dArte gave the sommerso technique a new lease of life in the 1950s, using it to create a layered, multicoloured effect. The method sees overlapping layers of transparent glass melded through a heating process and immersed in pots of molten coloured glass. The result, which won Flavio Poli many an award and accolade, gives the illusion that fluid has been trapped within. Please note, this item is a

labdanum and sandalwood) created in Grasse

designed in the 1950s

This one is presented in collaboration with Cabana – simply roll it up and pack it into your tote for beach days

such as the 360-degree roller mechanism and the stained London plane wooden base

It's crafted in the maker's original Solomeo workshop

The petit globe can hold approximately half a litre of water

Buy a monochrome set or display one alongside the contrasting burgundy

as well as the crespo linen edges

comprising pieces – like this large hurricane candleholder – that are inspired by the silhouette of traditional tulip-shaped cognac glasses

juicy colour palettes and wonderfully lifelike details

it’s handcrafted from mahogany with fine marquetry drawing out a border and central crest

His vision is simple and measured