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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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
$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
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
$104,992
H 22.05 in Dm 5.91 in
The Warrior — Unique Hand-blown Calcedonia Murano Glass Sculpture by Dino ROSIN
Located in NICE, FR
An exceptional contemporary Murano glass sculpture titled The Warrior by renowned Venetian master Dino Rosin. Hand-blown in Italy using the rare and highly complex calcedonia glass t...
Murano Glass
$3,975
H 27 in Dm 8.5 in
Mid-Century Hand-Blown Murano Opalescent Glass Head Sculpture by Sergio Rossi
By Sergio Rossi
Located in New York, NY
This Mid-Century Modernist hand-blown Murano opalescent glass head sculpture, created by Sergio Rossi in Italy circa 1980, exemplifies a unique fusion of traditional Venetian glassma...
Murano Glass
Hand-Blown Murano Diamond Sculpture
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Exquisitely crafted in Murano, Venice, this hand-blown glass sculpture embodies timeless elegance and artisanal mastery. Its smooth, shiny surface reflects light beautifully, enhanci...
Murano 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
Hand Blown Murano Horse Sculpture
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Crafted from the purest hand-blown Murano glass, this exceptional horse sculpture is a pinnacle of luxury artistry and refined design. Each curve and contour reflects the centuries-o...
Murano Glass
$1,100
H 11.7 in W 7 in D 3 in
Hand Crafted / Blown Glass & Lucite Decorative Sculpture Of A Standing Polar
Located in Tarry Town, NY
This exquisite mid-20th century handcrafted and mouth-blown glass sculpture captures the majestic beauty of a standing polar bear perched atop a crystalline ice base. Masterfully cre...
Glass, Lucite
Hand-Blown Murano Diamond Sculpture
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Exquisitely crafted in Murano, Venice, this hand-blown glass sculpture embodies timeless elegance and artisanal mastery. Its smooth, shiny surface reflects light beautifully, enhanci...
Murano Glass
$3,069Sale Price|44% Off
H 19.5 in W 17 in D 10 in
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
Hand Blown Murano Horse Sculpture
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Crafted from the purest hand-blown Murano glass, this exceptional horse sculpture is a pinnacle of luxury artistry and refined design. Each curve and contour reflects the centuries-o...
Murano Glass
Hand Blown Murano Glass Sculpture "The Triple Ribbon"
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The "Triple Ribbon" Murano glass sculpture is an extraordinary work of art, handcrafted in Murano, Venice by the world’s most skilled glassblowers. Standing at a commanding 61.5 inch...
Murano Glass