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Venini Decorative Objects

Italian

Beginning in the 1930s — and throughout the postwar years especially — Venini & Co. played a leading role in the revival of Italy’s high-end glass industry, pairing innovative modernist designers with the skilled artisans who created extraordinary chandeliers, sconces and other lighting in the centuries-old glass workshops on the Venetian island of Murano.

While the company’s co-founder, Paolo Venini (1895–1959), was himself a highly talented glassware designer, his true genius was to invite forward-thinking Italian and international designers to Murano’s hallowed workshops to create Venini pieces — among them Gio Ponti, Massimo Vignelli, Finnish designer Tapio Wirkkala, Thomas Stearns of the United States and Fulvio Bianconi.

Paolo Venini trained and practiced as a lawyer for a time, though his family had been involved with glassmaking for generations. After initially buying a share in a Venetian glass firm — he and antiques dealer Giacomo Cappellin established Vetri Soffiati Cappellin Venini & C. in 1921 — Venini took over the company as his own in 1925, and under his direction, it produced mainly classical Baroque designs.

In 1932, Venini hired the young Carlo Scarpa— who would later distinguish himself as an architect — as his lead designer. Scarpa, working in concert with practiced glass artisans, completely modernized Venini, introducing simple, pared-down forms; bright primary colors; and bold patterns such as stripes, banding and abstract compositions that utilized cross sections of murrine (glass rods).

Paolo Venini’s best designs are thought to be his two-color Clessidre hourglasses, produced from 1957 onward, and the Fazzoletto (“handkerchief”) vase, designed with Bianconi in 1949. Bianconi’s masterworks are considered by many to be his Pezzato works — colorful vases with patterns that resemble those of a patchwork quilt.

Other noteworthy and highly collectible vintage Venini works include Ponti’s dual-tone stoppered bottles (circa 1948); rare glass sculptures from the Doge series by Stearns, the first American to design for the firm; Vignelli’s striped lanterns of the 1960s; the Occhi vases with eyelet-shaped patterns by Tobia Scarpa (son of Carlo); and, with their almost zen purity, the Bolle (“bubbles”) bottles designed by Wirkkala in 1968. 

With these works — and many others by some of the creative titans of the 20th and 21st centuries — Venini has produced one of the truly great bodies of work in modern design.

Find antique and vintage Venini chandeliers, serveware, table lamps, decorative objects and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Venini
Tomaso Buzzi for Venini Vase
Tomaso Buzzi for Venini Vase

Tomaso Buzzi for Venini Vase

By Tomaso Buzzi, Venini

Located in New York, NY

Incamiciato” vase by Tomaso Buzzi for Venini, 1933-1984. Designed in the 1930s this example was executed in 1984. Cased-glass vase of mauve exterior ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Venini Large Black Belt Triangular Glass in Crystal and Tea by Peter Marino
Venini Large Black Belt Triangular Glass in Crystal and Tea by Peter Marino

Venini Large Black Belt Triangular Glass in Crystal and Tea by Peter Marino

By Venini, Peter Marino

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Venini glass vase in transparent crystal and tea with black decoration designed by Peter Marino in 2017. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or statement piece for any room. L...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

Venini Opalino Small Vase in Amber Milk White Inside Murano Glass

Venini Opalino Small Vase in Amber Milk White Inside Murano Glass

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Opalino small vase in Amber Murano glass by Venini. The Opalino vase is all about sophisticated and unique colors, thanks to the use of the traditional Opalino technique. This method...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Venini Fazzoletto Opalino Small Vase in Orange Murano Glass
Venini Fazzoletto Opalino Small Vase in Orange Murano Glass

Venini Fazzoletto Opalino Small Vase in Orange Murano Glass

By Paolo Venini, Venini, Fulvio Bianconi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Fazzoletto Opalino small vase in amber Murano glass by Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini. An exclusive new take on the Opalini technique from the 15th century makes its color unique. ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Rarest VENINI vase Fazzoletto Black and Green Murano Glass, Signed 2009
Rarest VENINI vase Fazzoletto Black and Green Murano Glass, Signed 2009

Rarest VENINI vase Fazzoletto Black and Green Murano Glass, Signed 2009

By Venini, Fulvio Bianconi

Located in Venezia, IT

Iconic Venini Fazzoletto vase, model 700.00, in Black and Green opalino glass, Signed 2009 with box and paperwork. Hand-blown and finished by master glassmakers in Murano, with the ...

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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Italian modern Murano glass fish sculpture by Fulvio Bianconi for Venini, 1990s
Italian modern Murano glass fish sculpture by Fulvio Bianconi for Venini, 1990s

Italian modern Murano glass fish sculpture by Fulvio Bianconi for Venini, 1990s

By Venini, Fulvio Bianconi

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern Murano glass fish sculpture by Fulvio Bianconi for Venini, 1990s Fantastic and vintage fish-shaped sculpture, entirely made of Murano glass. The open mouth is yellow, ...

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1990s Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass, Murano Glass

Labuan Vase in Milk-White with Blown Opal Glass by Venini

Labuan Vase in Milk-White with Blown Opal Glass by Venini

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A classical form inspired by faraway places, magically projected in the contemporary world by the new colours. Drawing inspiration from exotic destinations in the Far East, Paolo ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Blown Glass

Opalino Sabbiato Glass Vase in Red by Venini

Opalino Sabbiato Glass Vase in Red by Venini

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Venini glass vase with slim, oval shaped body and funnel shaped neck. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or strong statement piece for any room. It appears in refined colo...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

Venini Fazzoletto Opalino Medium Vase in Sapphire Murano Glass

Venini Fazzoletto Opalino Medium Vase in Sapphire Murano Glass

By Paolo Venini, Venini, Fulvio Bianconi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Fazzoletto Opalino medium vase in Horizon Murano glass by Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini. An exclusive new take on the Opalini technique from the 15th century makes its color uniqu...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Venini Ando Cosmos Vase in Crystal by Tadao Ando
Venini Ando Cosmos Vase in Crystal by Tadao Ando

Venini Ando Cosmos Vase in Crystal by Tadao Ando

By Tadao Ando, Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Ando Cosmos vase, designed by Tadao Ando and manufactured by Venini, is made of three vases that create a sphere when united. Crystal version is available ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Venini Idria Large Glass Vase in Red
Venini Idria Large Glass Vase in Red

Venini Idria Large Glass Vase in Red

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Idria glass vase series, designed and manufactured by Venini, features three different shaped vases. Indoor use only. Dimensions: Ø 26, H 36 cm.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Venini Opalino Small Vase in Horizon Milk White Inside Murano Glass

Venini Opalino Small Vase in Horizon Milk White Inside Murano Glass

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Opalino small vase in Amber Murano glass by Venini. The Opalino vase is all about sophisticated and unique colors, thanks to the use of the traditional Opalino technique. This method...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Venini Deco Sabbiato Glass Vase in Talpa by Napoleone Martinuzzi

Venini Deco Sabbiato Glass Vase in Talpa by Napoleone Martinuzzi

By Napoleone Martinuzzi, Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Historical vase designed by Napoleone Martinuzzi in opal glass with round horizontal ribs. The model is proposed with a sandblasted coat. Dimensions available: Ø23xH24,5cm Kg: ~ 2,...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Venini Opalino Small Vase in Apple Green Milk White Inside Murano Glass

Venini Opalino Small Vase in Apple Green Milk White Inside Murano Glass

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Opalino small vase in Amber Murano glass by Venini. The Opalino vase is all about sophisticated and unique colors, thanks to the use of the traditional Op...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Venini Veronese Glass Vase in Red and Crystal by Vittorio Zecchin
Venini Veronese Glass Vase in Red and Crystal by Vittorio Zecchin

Venini Veronese Glass Vase in Red and Crystal by Vittorio Zecchin

By Vittorio Zecchin, Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Venini glass vase with cylindrical body and crystal decorative base. Featured in red colored class with crystal designed in 1921. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or strong...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

Venini Monofiore Apple Green Glass Vase by Laura de Santillana
Venini Monofiore Apple Green Glass Vase by Laura de Santillana

Venini Monofiore Apple Green Glass Vase by Laura de Santillana

By Laura de Santillana, Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Venini Monofiori glass vase in apple green by Laura de Santillana. “Monofiori” blown handmade glass with stoppers in various forms and colors. Item ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Fazzoletto Opalino Large Glass Vase in Horizon by Fulvio Bianconi and Venini

Fazzoletto Opalino Large Glass Vase in Horizon by Fulvio Bianconi and Venini

By Fulvio Bianconi, Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Created from the collaboration between Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini, characterized by a soft shape with a graceful wavy lip, always unique, obtained using the free-hand technique...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Venini Satin Small Vase in Horizon Crystal Murano Glass

Venini Satin Small Vase in Horizon Crystal Murano Glass

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Satin Small Vase in glazed Horizon/Crystal Murano Glass by Venini. Sheer glass is hand-blown and crafted by the master glassblowers using the sophisticated Satinatura technique, whic...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Venini Monofiore Balloton Medium Vase in Grey Red Thread Murano Glass

Venini Monofiore Balloton Medium Vase in Grey Red Thread Murano Glass

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Monofiore balloton medium vase in amber Murano glass by Venini. It looks soft, but it’s not; it’s glass. The optical illusion of Monofiori by Venini from 1970 lies in its name: Ballo...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Venini Opalino Small Vase in Black Black Inside Murano Glass

Venini Opalino Small Vase in Black Black Inside Murano Glass

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Opalino small vase in Amber Murano glass by Venini. The Opalino vase is all about sophisticated and unique colors, thanks to the use of the traditional Opalino technique. This method...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Anelli Crystal Glass with Mint Green & Red Bands by Venini Riedizione

Anelli Crystal Glass with Mint Green & Red Bands by Venini Riedizione

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

“The master skilfully plays with sheer glass: four red rings alternating with four light blue or blue ones, running its full length. A new glass star is born in 2019: Anelli. Color is hot-applied before blowing the glass, thanks to the exclusive Fasce (bands) technique.” Additional Information: Material: Crystal glass Color: Crystal with mint green & red bands...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Venini Fazzoletto Opalino Small Vase in Horizon Murano Glass

Venini Fazzoletto Opalino Small Vase in Horizon Murano Glass

By Fulvio Bianconi, Venini, Paolo Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Fazzoletto Opalino small vase in Amber Murano glass by Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini. An exclusive new take on the Opalini technique from the 15th century makes its color unique. ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Venini Port Vase in Coral & Milk-White Glass by Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby

Venini Port Vase in Coral & Milk-White Glass by Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby

By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Venini Port vase in coral/milk-white by Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby. Limited Edition in 30 art pieces Color: Coral/Milk-White Technique: Opal Dimensions: Ø 30 cm, H 40 cm Yea...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Murano Signed Glass Sculpture By Venini In Turquoise, Sapphire Blue Orange Green
Murano Signed Glass Sculpture By Venini In Turquoise, Sapphire Blue Orange Green

Murano Signed Glass Sculpture By Venini In Turquoise, Sapphire Blue Orange Green

By Venini

Located in North Miami, FL

This unbelievable RARE vintage glass Italian Murano object or sculpture or glass sword has the most gorgeous colors, signed Venini Murano Itlalia". A piece de resistance. It looks even more amazing in person; the color saturation and brilliance is exquisite. The range of colors are: sapphire blue from the middle to the tip turquoise, emerald green, red, amber/orange, black with gold aventurine, white, etc. Most likely one of a kind. It is fantastic! This could be great displayed in a custom lucite box...

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Venini Deco Glass Vase in Grey by Napoleone Martinuzzi

Venini Deco Glass Vase in Grey by Napoleone Martinuzzi

By Venini, Napoleone Martinuzzi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Venini glass vase in aquamarine designed by Napoleone Martinuzzi in 1930. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or statement piece for any room. Dimensions: 26 cm diameter x...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

Monofiore Balloton Glass Vase in Apple Green Red Thread by Venini
Monofiore Balloton Glass Vase in Apple Green Red Thread by Venini

Monofiore Balloton Glass Vase in Apple Green Red Thread by Venini

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Venini glass vase with full body and textured surface with hexagonal shaped pattern in cobalt blue designed in 1970. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or strong statement pi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Italian Venini Murano Glass Bottle Vase
Italian Venini Murano Glass Bottle Vase

Italian Venini Murano Glass Bottle Vase

By Venini

Located in Buffalo, NY

Mid 20th Century Lattice and ribbed blown glass,, Circular acid stamp, "Venini Murano Italy"

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

Labuan Small Glass Vase in Red by Venini

Labuan Small Glass Vase in Red by Venini

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A classical form inspired by faraway places, magically projected in the contemporary world by the new colours. It draws inspiration from faraway places, halfway between fantasy an...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Venini Clessidra Hourglass in Grape and Pink Murano Glass

Venini Clessidra Hourglass in Grape and Pink Murano Glass

By Venini, Paolo Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Clessidra hourglass in grape and pink Murano glass by Paolo Venini and Riedizione. Limited edition in 99 art pieces each. Little grains of sand, impalpable and unnoticeable as a whol...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Venini Regina Vase in Milk-White Glass by Rodolfo Dordoni

Venini Regina Vase in Milk-White Glass by Rodolfo Dordoni

By Venini, Rodolfo Dordoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Venini Regina glass vase in milk-white by Rodolfo Dordoni. Blown handmade glass vases. Upper part, the crown, is covered by metal leaves. The lower part ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Riflessi Medium Vase in Multicolor Glass by Michela Catta

Riflessi Medium Vase in Multicolor Glass by Michela Catta

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

“Endless shades of lagoon water enliven, like strokes of paint, the glass surface in all its forms. These unique creations, blown and crafted free-hand with the skilful Canne techniq...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Venini Monofiore Balloton Large Vase in Grey Ox Blood Thread Murano Glass

Venini Monofiore Balloton Large Vase in Grey Ox Blood Thread Murano Glass

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Monofiore Balloton large vase in Amber Murano glass by Venini. It looks soft, but it’s not; it’s glass. The optical illusion of Monofiori by Venini from 1970 lies in its name: Ballot...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Venini Monofiore Balloton Small Vase in Grey Red Thread Murano Glass

Venini Monofiore Balloton Small Vase in Grey Red Thread Murano Glass

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Monofiore Balloton vase in Amber Murano glass by Venini. It looks soft, but it’s not; it’s glass. The optical illusion of Monofiori by Venini from 1970 lies in its name: Balloton, a ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Vase by Venini
Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Vase by Venini

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Vase by Venini

By Venini

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Striking art glass vase ice bucket by Venini for Disaronno. Beautiful amber glass with a white striped drizzle.

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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

Idria Large Round Glass Vase in Mint Green by Venini
Idria Large Round Glass Vase in Mint Green by Venini

Idria Large Round Glass Vase in Mint Green by Venini

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Venini glass vase with round body and angular shaped neck in mint green designed in 2016. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or strong statement piece for any room. Also avai...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Venini Deco Sabbiato Glass Vase in Red by Napoleone Martinuzzi

Venini Deco Sabbiato Glass Vase in Red by Napoleone Martinuzzi

By Napoleone Martinuzzi, Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Historical vase designed by Napoleone Martinuzzi in opal glass with round horizontal ribs. The model is proposed with a sandblasted coat. Dimensions available: Ø23 x H24,5cm Kg...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Contrasto Vase in Crystal and Mint Green Blown Glass by Michela Cattai

Contrasto Vase in Crystal and Mint Green Blown Glass by Michela Cattai

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

“Sleek and opaque blown glass – crafted using the "Mano Volante" technique – is juxtaposed with a shimmering multifaceted gem made from "cotisso" glass. An interplay that lends character and uniqueness to the work. Glass comes to life in a work that is almost organic. These two pieces by Michela Cattai...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Blown Glass

Venini Satin Large Glass Vase in Gray
Venini Satin Large Glass Vase in Gray

Venini Satin Large Glass Vase in Gray

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Satin glass vase, designed and manufactured by Venini, features the same shape of the iconic opalino vase with a frosted finish. Indoor use only. Dimensions: Ø 20 cm, H 42 cm.  ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Incise Glass Bottle in Bronze by Venini

Incise Glass Bottle in Bronze by Venini

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A multitude of shapes and colours. Every bottle has its own, chosen with care by Paolo Venini in 1956. Skilfully etched to conceal their imaginary content, they pique the curiosity o...

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20th Century Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Venini Yemen Geometric Glass Vase in Multi-Color by Ettore Sottsass
Venini Yemen Geometric Glass Vase in Multi-Color by Ettore Sottsass

Venini Yemen Geometric Glass Vase in Multi-Color by Ettore Sottsass

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Venini glass vase with geometric, circular shaped body and triangular neck and base. Designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1994. Featured in coral red, milk-white, black and light green col...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

Incise Glass Bottle in Grass Green by Venini

Incise Glass Bottle in Grass Green by Venini

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A multitude of shapes and colours. Every bottle has its own, chosen with care by Paolo Venini in 1956. Skilfully etched to conceal their imaginary content, they pique the curiosity of the viewers, who just can’t refrain from taking the lid off to peek inside and find out the truth. Additional information: Material: Blown, engraved Color: Grass green...

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20th Century Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Contrasto Vase in Crystal and Grape Blown Glass by Michela Cattai

Contrasto Vase in Crystal and Grape Blown Glass by Michela Cattai

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

“Sleek and opaque blown glass – crafted using the "Mano Volante" technique – is juxtaposed with a shimmering multifaceted gem made from "cotisso" glass. An interplay that lends character and uniqueness to the work. Glass comes to life in a work that is almost organic. These two pieces by Michela Cattai...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Battuti Large Bowl in Cipria Pink Glass

Battuti Large Bowl in Cipria Pink Glass

By Venini, Ludovico Diaz de Santillana and Tobia Scarpa

Located in Brooklyn, NY

From the solid blown glass base grow shapes with undulating edges. Transparencies that thicken with furrows and lines carved by the glass masters’ beating of the grindstone. Addit...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Blown Glass

Deco Large Vase in Ox Blood Red Glass by Napoleone Martinuzzi

Deco Large Vase in Ox Blood Red Glass by Napoleone Martinuzzi

By Venini, Napoleone Martinuzzi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Historic vase designed by Napoleone Martinuzzi in opalino glass characterized by round horizontal ribs. The model is proposed in three shades of color and in three sizes. Rhythm" ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Riflessi Large Vase in Multicolor Glass by Michela Catta

Riflessi Large Vase in Multicolor Glass by Michela Catta

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

“Endless shades of lagoon water enliven, like strokes of paint, the glass surface in all its forms. These unique creations, blown and crafted free-hand with the skilful Canne techniq...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Bolle Vase in Grass Green, Amber-Yellow and Violet by Tapio Wirkkala

Bolle Vase in Grass Green, Amber-Yellow and Violet by Tapio Wirkkala

By Venini, Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A vase turns into a bottle for Tapio Wirkkala. Apple green, yellow and purple. Three distinct spaces of colour that blend together thanks to the "Incalmo" technique, a process by whi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Venini Opalino Large Vase in Amber Murano Glass

Venini Opalino Large Vase in Amber Murano Glass

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Opalino large vase in amber Murano glass by Venini. The Opalino vase is all about sophisticated and unique colors, thanks to the use of the traditional Opalino technique. This method...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Venini Monofiore Balloton Medium Vase in Horizon Red Thread Murano Glass

Venini Monofiore Balloton Medium Vase in Horizon Red Thread Murano Glass

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Monofiore Balloton medium vase in amber Murano glass by Venini. It looks soft, but it’s not; it’s glass. The optical illusion of Monofiori by Venini...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Venini Principe Vase in Grey Glass by Rodolfo Dordoni

Venini Principe Vase in Grey Glass by Rodolfo Dordoni

By Venini, Rodolfo Dordoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Venini Principe glass vase in Gray by Rodolfo Dordoni. Blown handmade glass vases. Upper part, the crown, is covered by metal leaves. The lower par...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Blown Glass

Monofiore Balaton Short Glass Vase in Red with Green Thread Rim by Venini
Monofiore Balaton Short Glass Vase in Red with Green Thread Rim by Venini

Monofiore Balaton Short Glass Vase in Red with Green Thread Rim by Venini

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Venini glass vase with full body and textured surface with hexagonal shaped pattern in gold designed in 1970. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or strong statement piece for...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Venini Kukinto Glass Vase in Multi-Color by Timo Sarpaneva
Venini Kukinto Glass Vase in Multi-Color by Timo Sarpaneva

Venini Kukinto Glass Vase in Multi-Color by Timo Sarpaneva

By Timo Sarpaneva, Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Venini glass vase with straight body and funnel shaped neck in black, red, apple green, sapphire and crystal designed by Timo Sarpaneva in 1991. Perfect for indoor home decor as cont...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

VENINI vase Fazzoletto Red Murano Glass, limited 90th Anniversary, Signed 2012
VENINI vase Fazzoletto Red Murano Glass, limited 90th Anniversary, Signed 2012

VENINI vase Fazzoletto Red Murano Glass, limited 90th Anniversary, Signed 2012

By Fulvio Bianconi, Venini

Located in Venezia, IT

Iconic Venini Fazzoletto vase, model 700.00 90th Anniversary, in Red glass, diamond-engraved Venini 2004 with box and paperwork. Special-edition produced in 2012 to commemorate Veni...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Gemme Triangular Glass Vase in Aquamarine by Venini
Gemme Triangular Glass Vase in Aquamarine by Venini

Gemme Triangular Glass Vase in Aquamarine by Venini

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Venini glass vase with shaped body and neck in aquamarine designed in 2017. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or statement piece for any room. Also available in other colors...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

Venini Anatre Glass Duck Sculpture in Black & Crystal by Toni Zuccheri

Venini Anatre Glass Duck Sculpture in Black & Crystal by Toni Zuccheri

By Venini, Toni Zuccheri

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Venini Anatre sculpture by Toni Zuccheri. Numbered edition for year. Sculpture hand-blown glass. Technique: Beaten, Canes and Filigree, Engraved Dimensions: Ø 30 cm, H 19 cm Y...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Blown Glass

Fazzoletto Opalino Large Glass Vase in Aquamarine by Fulvio Bianconi

Fazzoletto Opalino Large Glass Vase in Aquamarine by Fulvio Bianconi

By Fulvio Bianconi, Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Created from the collaboration between Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini, characterized by a soft shape with a graceful wavy lip, always unique, obtained using the free-hand technique...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Tobia Scarpa Battuti Vase in Amber Murano Glass
Tobia Scarpa Battuti Vase in Amber Murano Glass

Tobia Scarpa Battuti Vase in Amber Murano Glass

By Ludovico Diaz de Santillana, Tobia Scarpa, Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Battuti vase in Amber Murano glass by Tobia Scarpa and Ludovico Diaz De Santillana for Venini. It evokes a lily standing tall, in tones of Amber and Grape. Its translucent appearance...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Venini Deco Sabbiato Glass Vase in Horizonte by Napoleone Martinuzzi

Venini Deco Sabbiato Glass Vase in Horizonte by Napoleone Martinuzzi

By Napoleone Martinuzzi, Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Historical vase designed by Napoleone Martinuzzi in opal glass with round horizontal ribs. The model is proposed with a sandblasted coat. Dimensions available: Ø23 x H24,5cm Kg...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

Incise Glass Bottle in Violet by Venini

Incise Glass Bottle in Violet by Venini

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A multitude of shapes and colours. Every bottle has its own, chosen with care by Paolo Venini in 1956. Skilfully etched to conceal their imaginary content, they pique the curiosity o...

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20th Century Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Venini Tiara Small Vase in Amber and Horizon Murano Glass
Venini Tiara Small Vase in Amber and Horizon Murano Glass

Venini Tiara Small Vase in Amber and Horizon Murano Glass

By Venini, Francesco Lucchese

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Tiara small vase in amber and horizon Murano glass by Francesco Lucchese for Venini. The art of glassmaking meets the endless potential of light. A jewel-l...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Venini Small Black Belt Triangular Glass in Crystal and Tea by Peter Marino
Venini Small Black Belt Triangular Glass in Crystal and Tea by Peter Marino

Venini Small Black Belt Triangular Glass in Crystal and Tea by Peter Marino

By Venini, Peter Marino

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Venini glass vase in transparent crystal and tea with black decoration designed by Peter Marino in 2017. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or statement piece for any room. A...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

Venini decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Venini decorative objects are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of glass and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Venini decorative objects, although blue editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 364 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 933 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original decorative objects by Venini were created in the modern style in europe during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider decorative objects by Fulvio Bianconi, Matteo Thun, and Napoleone Martinuzzi. Prices for Venini decorative objects can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $142 and can go as high as $125,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,499.
Questions About Venini Decorative Objects
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify Venini glass, first look for markings, usually found on the base or interior of glassware. Over its long history, Venini used dozens of labels and acid-stamped marks on its pieces. You can find images of these marks on the pages of trusted online resources to compare to your piece. Keep in mind that Venini's foil labels tend to come off over the years, so a lack of a marking or label doesn't necessarily mean that your piece is not a Venini. However, there are many convincing replicas of Venini glassware. As a result, experts recommend consulting a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer for assistance with the identification process, especially if you can't locate a label or acid mark. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Venini glass.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    Venini glass is made in Italy. Specifically, its workshop is on the Venetian island of Murano. Beginning in the 1930s — and throughout the postwar years especially — Venini & Co. played a leading role in the revival of Italy’s high-end glass industry, pairing innovative modernist designers with skilled artisans who created extraordinary chandeliers, sconces and other lighting in the centuries-old glass workshops. While the company’s co-founder, Paolo Venini (1895–1959), was himself a highly talented glassware designer, his true genius was to invite forward-thinking Italian and international designers to Murano’s hallowed workshops to create Venini pieces — among them Gio Ponti, Massimo Vignelli, Tapio Wirkkala, Thomas Stearns and Fulvio Bianconi. Shop a variety of Venini glass on 1stDibs.