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.
On 1stDibs, find a range of Simone Crestani serveware, decorative objects, lighting and more.
Candle Glass Sculpture, Designed by Simone Crestani, Made in Italy
By Simone Crestani
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Single candle glass sculpture, designed by Simone Crestani. Made in Italy: Made in Italy furniture means design, quality, style and sophistication. The typical elegance of Itali...
Glass
Modernist Candle Holders Designed By Lenox
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Modernist Candle Holders Designed By Lenox
Metal
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
Ambra Handmade Blown Glass Candle Holder Designed by Aldo Cibic
By Aldo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
Ambra, designed by Aldo Cibic, is a mouth blown candleholder available in three different sizes. The transparent hollow base and thin stem give to the object lightness, the glazed to...
Blown Glass
Hand-forged iron design sculpture candle holder, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Hand-forged iron design sculpture candle holder, 1960s A beautifully perfectly shaped tree of life made of iron. Artful craftsmanship. We have a matching wall candle holder from t...
Metal, Iron
$471
H 11.82 in W 13.78 in D 2.96 in
Swedish Five-Armed Ice Glass Candle Holder by Pukeberg, 1970s Design
By Pukeberg Sweden
Located in Hannover, DE
This chandelier was crafted from a single piece of glacial ice, and it's a true masterpiece of Swedish design. Sweden, the land of ice and snow, is also known for its rich Viking tra...
Glass
Candle Holder, Thick Art Glass, Italy, 1970
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This candle Holder; is a "photophore", it has been made in Italy around 1970, in art glass.
Art Glass
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
$4,000 / set
H 9 in Dm 18.5 in
Karl Springer Design Murano Italy Scavo Art Glass Candle Pillar Set, Signed
By Karl Springer
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Rare set of 3 Murano Italy Scavo art glass candlestick pillars designed by Karl Springer. Shortest is signed/etched "Karl Springer" on base, circa 1980...
Art 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
$220 / item
H 7.49 in Dm 3.55 in
Crocera Stainless Steel Candle Holder Design Enrico Girotti, Made by Lapiega
By LapiegaWD, Enrico Girotti
Located in Verona, IT
Crocera BUGIA stainless steel candle holder design Enrico Girotti. Made by lapiegaWD starting from a very thick sheet of stainless steel cutted to create a sculptural candle Holder....
Stainless Steel
Vintage Glass Candle Holder, Italy, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Glass Candle Holder realized in Italy in 1970s. Very good condition.
Glass
Five Candle Holder in White Enamel by Conrian Design
Located in San Diego, CA
Solid five candle holder in white enamel by Conrian Design, 1980s. The piece has a nice post modern look with 3/4" candle openings. #1846.
Enamel, Steel
Sold
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