Artist, designer and glass virtuoso Simone Crestani is a luminary in the world of glass art, combining time-honored tradition with innovative glassblowing techniques to create exquisite sculptures, vessels and modern objets d’art.
Born in 1984 in Marostica, near Venice, Crestani began working with glass at age 15 as an apprentice at the Massimo Lunardon glass factory. Following a 10-year apprenticeship, Crestani opened his atelier and studio in Camisano Vicentino in northern Italy in 2010.
Dedicated to research and exploring new glassblowing methods, Crestani has moved away from working with traditional Murano glass to borosilicate glass, using a specialized flameworking technique he calls “hollow sculpture.”
By using borosilicate glass, which is nearly unbreakable, Crestani can shape and mold his pieces with extraordinary detail. Nature inspires many of his works, such as his Serpentine barware, bird decanters, octopus-inspired Polpo pitchers, antler-topped Africa Trophy bottles, molecular Alchemica glassware line and beautiful candelabras adorned with roses. Other notable Crestani creations include his luminous E-Sumi wall sconces and table lamps, influenced by traditional Japanese sumi-e paintings.
Crestani has collaborated with leading designers such as Giordano Viganò, with whom he made several sculptural wood and glass tables, and Italian glass expert Roberto Giulio Rida for Bernd Goeckler Antiques’ Duetto collection. Among its pieces are the bonsai-like Avatar chandelier and the Scarabei mirror, with glass scarabs embedded in its circular frame.
Since 2006, Crestani’s works have been shown in solo and group exhibitions around the world, including PAD Paris, the Venice Biennale and Salon Art + Design in New York.
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$1,985 / item
Polpo Hand-blown glass Sculpture by Simone Crestani
By Simone Crestani
Located in Milan, IT
Polpo is a hand-blown glass sculpture that captures the fluidity and grace of an octopus. "Light and silent, the sinuous movements of the octopus seem domesticated and united with th...
Glass
$690 / item
Rose Glass Candlestick by Simone Crestani
By Simone Crestani
Located in Milan, IT
The Rose Glass Candlestick presents a captivating blend of elegance and artistry, transforming the concept of a traditional candelabra into a dynamic representation of a rose garden....
Glass
Coral Glass Decorative Vase by Simone Crestani
By Simone Crestani
Located in Milan, IT
Part of the Coral Collection, the Coral Vase transforms the intricate beauty of coral into a stunning glasswork. This collection honors the majestic sea life, capturing the delicate ...
Glass
Blossom Glass With Floral Details Candelabra by Simone Crestani
By Simone Crestani
Located in Milan, IT
The Blossom Candelabra is a striking decorative piece that reimagines the traditional candelabra through its innovative design. Formed from a tangle of branches and adorned with deli...
Glass
$7,935 / item
Coral Glass Sculpture #2
By Simone Crestani
Located in Milan, IT
Contemporary elegance meets artistic inspiration in the Coral Glass Sculpture. This decorative piece is designed to emulate the intricate, asymmetrical patterns that mirror the beaut...
Glass
$2,910 / item
Rose Glass With Floral Details Candelabra
By Simone Crestani
Located in Milan, IT
The Rose Candelabra serves as a stunning centerpiece that transcends traditional candle holders. This exquisite piece features a tangle of elegant branches, adorned with delicate flo...
Glass
$1,195 / item
Gold Fish Inghistera Glass Decanter
By Simone Crestani
Located in Milan, IT
The Gold Fish Inghistera Decanter is a striking embodiment of Venetian craftsmanship, seamlessly blending history and modern artistry. Its elegant silhouette, reminiscent of 12th-cen...
Glass
$890 / item
Rodine Glass Bowl Centerpiece
By Simone Crestani
Located in Milan, IT
The Rodine Glass Bowl embodies the delicate beauty of nature through its exquisite design. This unique piece features a gracefully crafted glass swallow, poised on the edge, suggesti...
Glass
$520 / item
Buffalo Glass Jar
By Simone Crestani
Located in Milan, IT
The Buffalo Glass Jar captures the essence of nature's power and grace through its exquisite design. Featuring a sculpture of a buffalo, this vase embodies freedom and strength. The ...
Glass
$3,069Sale Price|44% Off
In Stock in Los Angeles, Cherry Blossom Glass Candleabra, Simone Crestani
By Simone Crestani
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. Cherry blossom menorah glass sculpture, designed and created by Simone Crestani. Designed by...
Glass
Giovanni de Simone Hand-Painted Jug Vase
By Giovanni de Simone
Located in Skokie, IL
Giovanni de Simone Hand-Painted Jug Vase This three-sided handled jug vase by famed Italian artist Giovanni de Simone (1930-1991) is an original gem. The...
Ceramic
$495
H 12 in W 3 in D 2.5 in
Murano Art Glass Crane Sculpture Hand Blown Venetian Italian Crystal Glass
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage collectible Murano art glass hand blown sculpture of a crane in clear and purple colored glass. Handcrafted beautiful Mid-Century Modern hand blown art glass Italian figurine...
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$4,875Sale Price / set|50% Off
H 23.75 in Dm 8.5 in
Pair of Gilt and Patinated Bronze Candelabra with Putti Holding Floral Bouquets
Located in Pembroke, MA
Pair of candelabra with winged putti, each supporting a floral bouquet, on top of marble base. Each putti is patinated bronze and the bouquets are gilt bronze. The floral bouquet has...
Marble, Ormolu, Bronze
Vintage Murano Glass Penguin Sculpture, Hand Blown Art from Italy
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage collectible Murano art glass hand blown sculpture of a penguin in blue and yellow colored glass figurine with gold murine. Handcrafted bea...
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Fiamma High Blown Glass Candlestick Designed by Aldo Cibic
By Aldo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
Fiamma is an elegant candle holder in blown glass consisting of two elements: a tapered and slim base on which a cylindrical lampshade lays. Fiamma, designed by Aldo Cibic, is availa...
Blown Glass
Blown Glass Candlestick, 1960
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Blown glass candlestick, 1960 Measures: H 9 cm, D 10 cm. Contact us before ordering to confirm product availability.
Blown Glass
Fiamma Low Blown Glass Candlestick Designed by Aldo Cibic
By Aldo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
Fiamma is an elegant candle holder in blown glass consisting of two elements: a tapered and slim base on which a cylindrical lampshade lays. Fiamma, designed by Aldo Cibic, is availa...
Blown Glass
$600Sale Price / set|50% Off
H 13 in Dm 2.37 in
Pair of Pink Murano Glass Candlesticks by Giuliano Tosi
By Maestro Giuliano Tosi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian curved Murano candlestick hand blown in pink and clear glass, made in Italy by Giuliano Tosi, circa 1980s Original maker's mark on the base Measures: height 13 inches and 12...
Murano Glass
Mid-Century Light Rose Glass Candlestick, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Mid-century Polish modern glass candlesticks, circa 1960. Very good condition. No damages. Beautiful light rose glass.
Glass
Iron Floral Candelabra by Jan Barboglio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A earlier retired Iron floral candelabra by Jan Barboglio titled "Passion flower Candelabra" After many years designing clothing with her sister in their Barboglio Cristina & Jan Collection, Jan Barboglio began sculpting accessories and furniture for her own home. Her childhood, spent in north central Mexico, would prove to be fertile ground for inspiration, and every object created by her would carry with it the rich history and romance of old Mexico. Barboglio’s initial designs of wax grabbers were for her silver, bronze and iron candelabra. Altar pieces and house blessing crosses were integrated into her own home furnishings. Her love of entertainment would later result in her own iron chargers, platters and chafing dishes...
Iron
Collection of 18 Decorative Glass Vase / Vases by Bimini / Lauscha
By Bimini Glass, Lauschaer
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Vintage collection of 18 decorative vases, light as a feather and very detailed made either by Bimini (Austria) or one of the factories from the town Lauscha, Germany. Bimini Glass was founded in Austria in 1923 by Fritz Lampl...
Blown Glass
$1,312Sale Price|20% Off
H 7.09 in W 10.63 in D 9.45 in
Murano glass sculpture bowl by Carlo Nason for Mazzega - late 20th Century
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Milano, IT
Murano glass sculpture made by the great designer Carlo Nason born in Murano itself in 1935, who in the 70s made a series of wonderful and very exclusive sculptures with pleasant fre...
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
Tentacles Glass Decanter
By Simone Crestani
Located in Milan, IT
The enveloping elegance of the Polpo Collection may make you believe that the animal is really wrapping the decanter or climbing up the stem of the glass. Details are recreated with ...
Glass
Simone Crestani, tall bubble vase glass sculpture
By Simone Crestani
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Atelier Simone Crestani, tall bubble vase glass sculpture. Made in: Italy Designed by Simone Crestani
Glass
Atelier Crestani, Large Bubble Vase Glass Sculpture, Made in Italy
By Simone Crestani
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Atelier Crestani, large bubble vase glass sculpture, made in Italy.
Glass
Atelier Crestani, Small Bubble Vase Glass Sculpture, Made in Italy
By Simone Crestani
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Atelier Crestani, small bubble vase glass sculpture, made in Italy.
Glass
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H 11.5 in W 16.7 in D 4 in
In Stock in Los Angeles, Candle Glass Sculpture by Simone Crestani Made in Italy
By Simone Crestani
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. In Stock in Los Angeles Single candle glass sculpture, designed by Simone Crestani. Made in...
Glass
Rose Candelabra by Simone Crestani
By Simone Crestani
Located in Milan, IT
This exquisite candleholder in the shape of a tree is made in borosilicate glass and enriched by decorations in the shape of delicate pink roses blossoming among fine green leaves. T...
Glass