Archimede Seguso redefined a 650-year family history of Murano glass-making with brilliance and novel techniques, elevating him to an exemplar for the maestros of his time as well as for future generations of glassmakers. This next generation included his sons and grandsons, who carried on and further expanded the family legacy of Venetian art glass. The survival and revival of traditional glassblowing combined with unique design are the legacies left behind by a master.
Seguso grew up in the family furnaces of the Soffieria Barovier Seguso and Ferro, where his training began at age 11. By the time he turned 20, he was a maestro in his own right, joining the family business as a partner.
In 1933 the company changed its name to Seguso Vetri D’Arte, and Seguso gained sole control. He collaborated with designers Flavio Poli and Vittorio Zecchin, which allowed him to achieve artistic sovereignty leading to the opening in 1946 of his own furnace, Vetreria Seguso Archimede. There, he could explore his design ideas with creative freedom. In 2007, the 23rd generation of Seguso glassmakers took the lead at Seguso Vetri D’Arte. Brothers Gianluca, Pierpaolo and Gianandrea Seguso carry a six-century dynasty of Seguso glass into the 21st century.
Archimede Seguso’s art glass pays homage to tradition. Seguso studied and mastered techniques from centuries past, but he also pioneered innovative approaches, such as submersion and unconventional color constitutions. He awarded future generations with stunning and unprecedented effects, such as ribbed textures, rings, needle shapes and the appearance of embedded objects.
A lifetime of achievement created by Seguso is honored in museums worldwide, such as the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, MoMA in New York and Museum Kunstpalast in Dusseldorf, to name a few. His exhibit resume spans decades, beginning with XX Biennale, Venezia, in 1936. It includes a 1989 exhibit of “Il Maestro dei Maestri” at Tiffany & Co., New York, and 2013 exhibitions at Musée Maillol in Paris and Museo della Basilica di San Marco in Venice.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Archimede Seguso glass, decorative objects, lighting and mirrors alongside a collection from his brother Angelo Seguso and his grandsons’ firm Seguso Viro.
14.5 inch Murano Bowl by Seguso
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
An exceptional large shallow bowl or deep plate crafted in lattimo glass with delicate gold leaf inclusions, made by the legendary Seguso family of Murano, whose name has been synony...
Art Glass
Archimede Seguso Large Vetri d'Arte Centerpiece/ Bowl, Murano Glass, Opalescent
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great very large, centerpiece/ bowl by the well known glass Murano master Seguso, signed Vetri D'arte as shown. Nice opalescent / white glass ribbed Iridato glass.
Art Glass, Glass
Large Hand-Blown Murano Crystal Leaded Glass Dolphin Sculpture Archimede Seguso
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Large hand-blown Murano handblown art glass dolphin sculpture by Archimede Seguso featuring a stylized dolphin riding on a splashing wave. One of the fins had chipped off but has bee...
Art Glass
Archimede Seguso Oval Bowl, Green Submerged Glass Centrepiece, 1950
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Milano, IT
Archimede Seguso oval bowl green submerged glass centrepiece, 1950.
Glass
Archimede Seguso italian bicolor 1950 Murano Glass 'Coronato oro' vase.
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible and big Archimede Seguso Murano glass circa 1950 "Coronato oro" vase.
Murano Glass
Pair of Clear Murano Glass Candle Holders by Archimede Seguso
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980’s large pair of Italian clear Murano glass by Archimede Seguso. Both candle holders are signed ‘Archimede Seguso Murano’(see detail phot...
Murano Glass
Archimede Seguso Handblown Clear Murano Glass Clam Shell Centerpiece, Italy
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Miami, FL
Archimede Seguso blown thick clear Murano glass clam shell decorative bowl or centerpiece. Italian Mid-Century Modern Art Glass from the 1970s Not mar...
Blown Glass
Archimede Seguso Murano glass pink c 1950 big pheasant.
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible and modern sculpture by Archimede Seguso 1950 in pink Murano glass pheasant.
Murano Glass
ARCHIMEDE SEGUSO pink vase with applied lateral glass circa 1950.
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Wonderful vase in Murano glass by Archimede Seguso circa 1950.
Murano Glass
Italian Murano Seguso Large Sculptural Glass Bowl with Gold Aventurine
By Archimede Seguso
Located in North Miami, FL
This beautiful folded Italian Murano Seguso cased folded glass bowl is large and Mid-Century Modern. It has the combinations of two colors of light y...
Blown Glass
Archimede Seguso sculpture in Murano opalino glass circa 1950
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible sculpture by Archimede Seguso circa 1950 in opalino Murano glass in big size and perfect conditions, To collectors.
Murano Glass
Archimede Seguso sculpture in Murano glass "sfumatto oro" circa 1950 Museo
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Archimede Seguso "sfumatto oro"sculpture in Murano glass circa 1950. Museo.
Murano Glass
Archimede Seguso "costolato opalino oro" circa 1950 vase with fruits applied.
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Archimede Seguso Murano glass "costolato opalino" vase with applied fruits in "sfunato oro" circa 1950. Perfect conditions.
Murano Glass
Archimede Seguso 'rubino' Murano glass with bubbles and gold 1950 cock.
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Archimede Seguso "rubino" Murano glass with gold and air bubbles inside the glass circa 1950.
Murano Glass
$1,715Sale Price|20% Off
Archimede Seguso, Murano glass Bowl 1960s
By Archimede Seguso
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing beauty of Murano glass artistry with the geometric pink and blue glass bowl crafted by Archimede Seguso in the 1960s. This exquisite piece epitomizes the unparalleled craftsmanship and artistic innovation for which Murano glassmakers are renowned worldwide. Each facet of the bowl reflects Seguso's mastery of glassblowing techniques, with the interplay of pink and blue hues creating a captivating visual symphony reminiscent of the Venetian sunset. The geometric design adds a contemporary flair to the piece while paying homage to traditional Murano craftsmanship, resulting in a timeless fusion of past and present. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, the bowl serves as a functional work of art, perfect for displaying fruit, potpourri, or simply as a standalone objet d'art. Its delicate yet durable construction ensures that it will be cherished for years to come, becoming a cherished heirloom passed down through generations. Investing in the Archimede Seguso Murano glass...
Murano Glass
Vintage Twisted Ribs Murano Glass Bowl by Archimede Seguso with Gold Leaf, Italy
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy by Archimede Seguso, 1955. This sinuous, dynamic and elegant bowl / vide-poche is made in transparent blown glass with with gold leaf. It is a vintage piece, therefore ...
Gold Leaf
Ritorto Vase by Archimede Seguso, Hand Blown Glass, Circa 1955
By Archimede Seguso
Located in London, GB
Night blue Ritorto vase by Archimede Seguso, Murano circa 1955. (Ritorto means twined in Italian). This hand blown glass vase is made up of columns of translucent twisted glass to fo...
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Seguso Murano Glass Block Sculptures Circa 1960's
By Archimede Seguso
Located in New York, NY
A Rare Find! Stunning Set of Four Murano Seguso Chunky Glass Blocks, two green, one blue and one lavender. No doubt done by Archimede Seguso the glass master and a great color palet...
Art Glass
$4,288Sale Price|20% Off
Archimede Seguso "Merletto" Murano bowl, Aquamarine Green and White Filigree
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Milano, IT
The term "Murano glass" is used to address glass artifacts produced on the small island of Murano, just a mile away from Venice, Italy. This specific glass, whidely regarded as the f...
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
$1,150Sale Price|37% Off
Archimede Seguso for Girolamo Luxardo Alabastro Murano Penguin Bottle
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Archimede Seguso for Girolamo Luxardo Alabastro Murano penguin bottle.
Art Glass
Archimede Seguso sculpture in Murano glass 'Sfumato oro' circa 1950.
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Archimede Seguso Murano glass sculpture in "sfumato oro" bird circa 1950.
Murano Glass
Archimede Seguso Murano glass 'rubino oro' 1950 cock.
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Archimede Seguso Murano glass 'rubino oro' circa 1950 cock.
Murano Glass
Archimede Seguso Murano glass "sfumato oro retorto" 1950 tricolor vase.
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Archimede Seguso Murano glass "sfumato oro retorto" tricolor vase circa 1950.
Murano Glass
Archimede Seguso, Candleholder, 1960s
By Archimede Seguso
Located in London, GB
One of the greatest master glass maker of the 20th century, Archimede Segusofrom was a creative genius who produced wonderful glass artworks, admired in many museums around the world...
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Archimide Seguso picture frame 1950s
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Milan, IT
Archimede Seguso oval frame with a structure in transparent twisted glass. Brass mount. Made in Italy, around 1950 Master glassmaker, designer and entrepreneur, Archimede Seguso is...
Glass, Murano Glass
Archimede Seguso vide-poche green in Murano glass with gold circa 1950
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Archimede Seguso green vide poche in Murano glass with gold circa 1950.
Murano Glass
Italian Murano Glass Sculpture Cratere Model by Archimede Seguso
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Asti, Piemonte
Glass Sculpture designed and produced by Archimede Seguso, 1970s. Signed on both the base and the sphere. Biography Archimede Seguso was an Italian glass manufacturer known for his...
Murano Glass
$1,810Sale Price|20% Off
Vaso della serie carnevale di Archimede Seguso
By Archimede Seguso, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Torino, IT
Vaso della Serie Carnevale disegnato da Archimede Seguso. Archimede Seguso è uno dei più noti maestri vetrai Italiani, nel 1944 fonda la Vetreria Artistica Archimede Seguso. La col...
Murano Glass
Large Archimede Seguso Murano triple glass with "Coralo" vase circa 1950.
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Archimede Seguso fazoleto Murano triple glass with "coralo" vase circa 1950.
Murano Glass
Archimede Seguso Venetian Murano Glass Set of Three Bottles Blue 1970 circa
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Milano, IT
Archimede Seguso (Italy, 1909–1999) Set of three rare Murano glass bottles, circa 1970. This exceptional trio exemplifies the refined artistry of Archimede Seguso, one of the most c...
Glass
Archimede Seguso 1950 large center table Murano glass with gold
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible and large center table by Archimede Seguso circa 1950 with gold
Murano Glass
Seguso Archimede Italy in years 30s fine perfume bottle vanity art glass
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Biella, IT
in the 1930s by Archimede Seguso Italy fine perfume bottle in clear Murano glass with clear glass collar and stopper.
Art Glass
Archimede Seguso Murano glass "Macchia ambra verde retorto" with gold 1952 vase.
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible and rare Archimede Seguso "macchia ambra verde retorto" Murano glass with gold circa 1952 vase. Unique piece. Perfect.
Murano Glass
Archimede Seguso pair of sculptures in Murano glass red fishes 1950
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible pair of fishes in red Murano glass by Archimede Seguso with air bubbles circa 1950.
Murano Glass
Archimede Seguso sfumato oro center table with applied parts and gold 1950
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible and large Archimede Seguso sfumato oro center table "piece unique" 1950
Murano Glass
Archimede Seguso Murano glass 'Macchia ambra verde furato' circa 1950 vase.
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Archimede Seguso Murano glass 'macchia ambra verde furato' circa 1950 vase.
Murano Glass
Archimede Seguso. Mid-Century Modern Red Murano Glass
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Murano vase in a magnificent red color characterized by symmetric bubbles, in an excellent conservation state. This is a very desired item for both collection and decoration due to i...
Murano Glass
Large Archimede Seguso Murano glass "Macchia ambra verde" with gold 1952 vase.
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
incredible Archimede Seguso Murano glass "Macchia ambra verde" circa 1952 vase.
Murano Glass
Archimede Seguso Murano glass gold vase "Cartoccio" circa 1950
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Archimede Seguso Murano glass vase caroccio" circa 1950.
Murano Glass