By Stefano Toso
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This rather large Murano vase, crafted in 2001, bears the signature of the master glass maker Stefano Toso on its underside. Showcasing the sommerso technique, with hues of cobalt blue, aqua blue, and clear glass. This particular piece is custom-made, featuring the buyer's name incised on the bottom, alongside Toso's signature, "Murano," and 2001
Stefano Toso was born on November 11th, 1958, in Venice, into a family with a long history of glassmaking. He began his apprenticeship with his father, Berto, at a young age in their family glass works. In 1975, he started training as a glassmaker at the A.L.T. Glassworks. Later, he completed an apprenticeship in engraving at the F. Moretti Glassworks and under Livio Seguso.
In 1977, Stefano opened his own state-of-the-art furnace and cold working studio, where he created his original glass pieces. Working with master Egidio Costantini, he produced pieces inspired by the famous Fucina Degli Angeli. He gained experience in various fields of artistic production but specialized in enhancing the form of glass through precise cold work and etching, a skill he developed through his association with Livio Seguso.
In 1982, Stefano opened a furnace in partnership with Romano Donà, where he perfected his art for the next 12 years. During this time, he collaborated with various artists, including Robert Willson...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stefano Toso Furniture