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.
Contemporary Hand Blown Glass "Bonsai Side Plate" Tree nature decorative elegant
By Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Introducing the Bonsai Side Plate, a beautifully hand-blown glass piece by the talented Simone Crestani. This exquisite side plate is part of the enchanting Nature Collection, design...
Glass
Contemporary Hand Blown Glass "Bonsai Teapot" Tree Nature Elegant Ceremony Calm
By Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Introducing the Bonsai Teapot, a stunning hand-blown glass creation by the talented Simone Crestani. This exquisite teapot is a distinguished piece from the captivating Nature Collec...
Glass
Contemporary Hand Blown Glass "Suiseki Tea Cups" Stone Water Nature Elegant Tiny
By Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Introducing the Suiseki Tea Cups, a pair of exquisite hand-blown glass creations by the talented Simone Crestani. These captivating tea cups are cherished piec...
Glass
$207Sale Price|20% Off
H 2.37 in W 10.24 in D 10.24 in
Mid Century Green Decorative Glass Flower Plate, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Decorative green flower glass plate from Italy. Plate is in very good vintage condition, no damage or cracks. Original glass. Beautiful piece for every interior! Only one unique piece.
Ceramic, Glass
$113Sale Price|20% Off
H 9.85 in W 6.7 in D 6.7 in
Vintage Transparent Decorative Crystal Glass Fruit Plate, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Decorative transparent crystal glass plate from Italy. Plate is in very good vintage condition, no damage or cracks. Original glass. Beautiful piece for every interior! Only one uniq...
Ceramic, Glass
Glass Decorative Plate, Italy, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Glass decorative plate is an original decorative object realized in the 1970s. Original art glass. Fumé glass. Made in Italy. The dish is decorated with several geomtrical l...
Glass
$197Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 2.25 in Dm 3.35 in
Le Volte Celesti, Six Contemporary Decorated Tea Cups with Plates
By Vito Nesta
Located in Milano, Lombardia
From the encounter between the historical archives of the Duomo di Milano and the imagery of Grand Tour by Vito Nesta, this unique collections of porcelains and fabrics were born. “Le Volte Celesti” creates, through the use of some historical sketches of frescoes dedicated to the naves of the Duomo, some geometric, almost kaleidoscopic games. Buyers, through the purchase of these collections, will contribute to the restructuring of the spiers of the Duomo as part of the proceeds will be donated to the Veneranda Fabbrica for this purpose. Set of 6 tea cups and plates.
Porcelain
$338Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 4.34 in Dm 3.15 in
Cabinet de Curiosités, Contemporary Blown Water Glass with Decorative Details
By Vito Nesta
Located in Milano, Lombardia
"Cabinet de curiosités" glasses are a collection of hand made in Italy blown glasses with decorative subjects , they're part of Vito Nesta's collection of tableware inspired by the r...
Blown Glass
$199Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 2.25 in Dm 3.35 in
Cabinet De Curiosités, Six Contemporary Decorated Tea Cups with Plates
By Vito Nesta
Located in Milano, Lombardia
The cabinet de Curiosités collection takes inspiration from the rooms of the same name which in the sixteenth century collected objects and subjects of various kinds. In this collect...
Porcelain
Nouveau / Arts and Crafts Copper Coffee Set
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
fleurdetroit presents for your consideration a wondeeful tea service from the Arts and Crafts period. Dazzle guests with a one of a kind find like this early 20th century coffee/tea ...
Copper
$20,238
H 14.38 in W 7.09 in D 9.49 in
Antique George II Georgian Silver Kettle on Stand London 1745 Teapot
By William Grundy
Located in London, GB
An excellent George II Georgian Solid Silver Kettle on Stand. The Tea Pot has an ornate chased design including floral, foliate and scroll patterning, and each side has a shaped cartouche with an engraved crest in it. The Teapot has a hinged domed lid with an impressive finial, and a substantial scroll shaped swing handle with a shaped wooden section. The Tea Kettle stands...
Sterling Silver
Undressed Woman Tea Set
Located in Greenwich, CT
The undressed tea set was designed and handcrafted in the Netherlands by Esther Hörchner. Each cup features a line illustration of a nude woman in different positions as if bathing i...
Porcelain
$3,176Sale Price / item|15% Off
H 7.09 in Dm 8.67 in
Alice in Wonderland Teapot, Handmade in Italy, Luxury Handcrafted Design 2021
By Mosche Bianche
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Our artisan's pieces are a dream come true, as in Disney's Alice in Wonderland. Ceramic tea service are completely hand-crafted and painted with ...
Ceramic
$588Sale Price|50% Off
Hand-Blown Murano Glass Table Lamp Set - 1990s
Located in Manzano, IT
Hand-Blown Murano Glass Table Lamp Set - 1990s This exquisite vintage set from the 1990s features a hand-blown Murano glass table lamp and two bowls. The lamp, standing at 38 cm tal...
Murano Glass
$112Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 4.34 in Dm 3.15 in
Las Palmas, Contemporary blown Water Glass with Decorative Details
By Vito Nesta
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Las Palmas glasses are a collection of made in Italy blown glasses and a pitcher. Every piece is unique and embellished with palm inspired decoration. Set of two water glasses.
Blown Glass
Contemporary Hand Blown Glass "Nature Tea Set" by Simone Crestani
By Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Introducing the Nature Tea Set by Simone Crestani, a breathtaking ensemble that brings together artistry and nature in perfect harmony. This exquisite set includes a stunning hand-blown glass teapot...
Glass