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.
$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
Unavailable|$647 / item
H 10.24 in Dm 5.91 in
Modern Alchemica Hand-Blown Transparent Glass Liquor Bottle Simone Crestani
By Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
"Modern Alchemica Hand-Blown Glass Liquor Bottle" by Simone Crestani Introducing the Alchemica Bottle, a mesmerizing fusion of art and functionality...
Glass
Unavailable|$382 / item
H 11.82 in Dm 4.73 in
Modern Antelope Bottle Hand Blown Glass Liquor Animal Africa Horn Trophy Nature
By Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Introducing the Antelope Bottle, a stunning hand-blown glass masterpiece by the talented Simone Crestani. This exquisite piece is part of the captivati...
Glass
Unavailable|$1,058
H 6.7 in W 5.71 in D 6.5 in
Contemporary Leggerezza Octopus Hand-Blown Glass Sculptural Sea Creature Goblet
By Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
This hand-blown colorless glass tazza by Italian artist Simone Crestani features a refined baluster stem crowned with a sculpted octopus applied to the vessel. The piece merges class...
Blown Glass
Unavailable|$1,764
H 13.78 in W 8.67 in D 8.67 in
'Polpo' Octopus Hand Blown Glass Sea Creatures Marine Ocean Underwater Crestani
By Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
This extraordinary borosilicate glass sculpture by Italian artist Simone Crestani captures the elegance and mystery of the octopus in exquisite detail. Hand-blown with masterful prec...
Blown Glass
Unavailable|$729 / item
H 10.24 in W 9.45 in D 10.63 in
Contemporary Hand Blown Glass Bowl Little Mouse Animal Cute Decorative Crestani
By Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Introducing the Little Mouse #01 Bowl, a delightful handmade creation by the talented Simone Crestani. This charming piece is part of the enchanting Little Animals Collection, showcasing the playful spirit of nature’s smallest creatures. This whimsical bowl features a crafty little mouse, depicted in a moment of mischief, intent on stealing a morsel of food. With its quick, snappy demeanor and keen alertness, the glass mouse...
Glass
Unavailable|$2,470
H 21.66 in W 9.85 in D 11.03 in
Contemporary Glass Bonsai Hand Blown Sculpture Tree Nature Zen Calm Organic
By Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Introducing an exquisite Hand-Blown Glass Sculpture representing a bonsai tree, masterfully crafted by the renowned Italian artist Simone Crestani. This stunning sculpture encapsulates the delicate beauty and profound symbolism of a bonsai, capturing the essence of nature in a timeless work of art. "The bonsai is the symbol of my work; it is the art of giving form, with respect and full understanding of what I am taking care of. The bonsai is a concentration of life, it overcomes the barrier of size and expresses strength and energy; it is a work of art that is never finished, in which nature continues to develop and evolve. I shape the material, but the end result has an identity of its own. I help it to grow and wait until it gives me an indication of the equilibrium that will allow it to express itself. With the bonsai, I am always ready to start work again, to reach a new limit, to follow a new branch of thought. It is my work that grows, slowly, with exertion and wisdom, and each day gives me life and emotions." This hand-blown glass bonsai tree...
Blown Glass
Unavailable|$529 / item
H 8.27 in Dm 6.3 in
Contemporary Hand Blown Transparent Glass "Buffalo Jar" by Simone Crestani
By Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Introducing the Buffalo Jar, a stunning handmade creation by the talented Simone Crestani. This exquisite jar is a distinguished piece from the enchanting Little Animals Collection, ...
Glass
$1,200 / item
H 11.5 in W 16.7 in D 4 in
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
Unavailable|$800 / set
H 7.68 in W 4.53 in D 2.76 in
Contemporary Trionfo Hand-Blown Glass Sculptured A pair of Decorative Goblets
By Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
"Contemporary Trionfo Hand-Blown Glass Sculptured A pair of Goblets" by Simone Crestani Introducing the exquisite Pair of Hand-Blown Glass Goblets "Trionfo #01" from the Façon De Ve...
Blown Glass
Unavailable|$2,941
H 11.42 in Dm 5.71 in
Contemporary Vanità Veronese Hand Blown Glass Sculpture Vase Fly Crestani
By Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Vanitas Veronese Vase Contemporary Glass Sculpture by Simone Crestani Unique Piece With the Vanitas Veronese Vase, Simone Crestani breathes new life into a classical form, reinterpr...
Blown Glass
Unavailable|$1,294
H 9.06 in Dm 2.56 in
Contemporary Vanità Hand Blown Sculptured Glass Gold Ant Decorative Crestani
By Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Introducing the Hand-Blown Glass Flute "Vanità #05" from the Façon De Venice Collection by Simone Crestani, a masterful blend of artistry and symbolism. This exquisite flute is craft...
Blown Glass
Unavailable|$1,076 / item
H 14.18 in Dm 6.11 in
Modern Hand Blown Glass "Coral Vase" Sea Creatures Centrepiece Nature Reef Deco
By Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Coral Vase A Hand-Blown Glass Vase by Simone Crestani Coral Vase is one of the pieces from the Coral Collection. This exquisite vase transforms the delicate and intricate beauty of...
Glass