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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
Fazzoletto Opalino Large Glass Vase in Apple Green by Fulvio Bianconi and Venini

Fazzoletto Opalino Large Glass Vase in Apple Green 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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20th Century Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Venini Fazzoletto Opalino Small Vase in Grey Murano Glass

Venini Fazzoletto Opalino Small Vase in Grey Murano Glass

By Paolo Venini, Fulvio Bianconi, 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 15t...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Venini Fazzoletto Opalino Medium Vase in Acquamarine Murano Glass

Venini Fazzoletto Opalino Medium Vase in Acquamarine Murano Glass

By Paolo Venini, Fulvio Bianconi, Venini

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 ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Venini Fazzoletto Opalino Small Vase in Sapphire Murano Glass

Venini Fazzoletto Opalino Small Vase in Sapphire 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

Materials

Murano Glass

Venini Fazzoletto Opalino Small Vase in Indigo Murano Glass

Venini Fazzoletto Opalino Small Vase in Indigo Murano Glass

By Paolo Venini, Fulvio Bianconi, 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

Materials

Murano Glass

Venini Opalino Small Vase in Indigo Milk White Inside Murano Glass

Venini Opalino Small Vase in Indigo 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

Materials

Murano Glass

Deco Medium Vase in Indigo by Napoleone Martinuzzi

Deco Medium Vase in Indigo 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 colour and in three sizes. Rhythm"...

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20th Century Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Deco Medium Vase in Milk White by Napoleone Martinuzzi

Deco Medium Vase in Milk White by Napoleone Martinuzzi

By Napoleone Martinuzzi, Venini

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 colour and in three sizes. Rhythm"...

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20th Century Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Deco Medium Vase in Grey by Napoleone Martinuzzi

Deco Medium Vase in Grey by Napoleone Martinuzzi

By Napoleone Martinuzzi, Venini

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 colour and in three sizes. Rhythm"...

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20th Century Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Venini Deco Glass Vase in Horizonte by Napoleone Martinuzzi

Venini Deco Glass Vase in Horizonte 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

Materials

Art 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

Materials

Murano Glass

Venini Monofiore Balloton Small Vase in Horizon Red Thread Murano Glass

Venini Monofiore Balloton Small Vase in Horizon 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

Materials

Murano Glass

Monofiore Balloton Glass Vase in Grey Red Thread by Venini

Monofiore Balloton Glass Vase in Grey 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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Monofiore Balloton Glass Vase in Grape Red Thread Rim by Venini

Monofiore Balloton Glass Vase in Grape Red Thread Rim 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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Idria Large Round Glass Vase in Red by Venini
Idria Large Round Glass Vase in Red by Venini

Idria Large Round Glass Vase in Red by Venini

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

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

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Venini Labuan 706.01 Black - Glass Vase - Damiani
Venini Labuan 706.01 Black - Glass Vase - Damiani

Venini Labuan 706.01 Black - Glass Vase - Damiani

By Venini

Located in Alcamo, IT

Brand: Venini Designer: Venini Model: Labuan 706.01 Collection: Labuan Made in: Italy Add an artistic touch to your home with this iconic Murano glass vase. The Labuan collection ev...

Category

2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Venini Pezzato Grande 704.08 Glass Vase - Design Fulvio Bianconi - Damiani
Venini Pezzato Grande 704.08 Glass Vase - Design Fulvio Bianconi - Damiani

Venini Pezzato Grande 704.08 Glass Vase - Design Fulvio Bianconi - Damiani

By Venini, Fulvio Bianconi

Located in Alcamo, IT

Brand: Venini Design: Fulvio Bianconi Model: Pezzato Grande 704.08 Collection: Pezzati Year: 1950 Made in: Italy Add an artistic touch to your home with this iconic Murano glass vas...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Night in Venice Candleholder in Red Balloton Glass by Venini

Night in Venice Candleholder in Red Balloton Glass by Venini

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The warm glow of candles meets glass etched using the special Balloton technique. Its light flickers and dances, casting a multitude of reflections on the refined Tea, Red, Grape or ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Incise Glass Bottle in Cornelian Orange by Venini

Incise Glass Bottle in Cornelian Orange 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

Materials

Glass

Night in Venice Candleholder in Grape Balloton Glass by Venini

Night in Venice Candleholder in Grape Balloton Glass by Venini

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The warm glow of candles meets glass etched using the special Balloton technique. Its light flickers and dances, casting a multitude of reflections on the refined Tea, Red, Grape or ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Night in Venice Candleholder in Grass Green Balloton Glass by Venini

Night in Venice Candleholder in Grass Green Balloton Glass by Venini

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The warm glow of candles meets glass etched using the special Balloton technique. Its light flickers and dances, casting a multitude of reflections on the refined tea, red, grape or ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

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...

Category

20th Century Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Anelli Crystal Glass with Marine Blue & Red Bands by Venini Riedizione

Anelli Crystal Glass with Marine Blue & 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 marine blue & red bands...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Labuan Small Glass Vase in Grey by Venini

Labuan Small Glass Vase in Grey 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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Pigmenti Large Vase in Glazed Grape Glass by Venini

Pigmenti Large Vase in Glazed Grape Glass by Venini

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

With the Pigmenti collection, Venini aims to send out a sign of renewal through the development of a classic form as the expression of a contemporary interior design accessory. PIGME...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Gemme Vase in Grass Grey Balloton Blown Glass by Venini

Gemme Vase in Grass Grey Balloton Blown Glass by Venini

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

In the expert hands of the blowers, glass turns into precious gemstones of various colours – green, grass green, purple, red, aquamarine, sapphire, tea and gray. Unique and sparkling...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Clessidra Hourglass in Bamboo and Aquamarine Glass by Venini

Clessidra Hourglass in Bamboo and Aquamarine Glass by Venini

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Perfectly balanced between two different colours, the sand flows through the sleek glass chambers made using the Incalmo technique, taking on its colour an...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Deco Small Vase in Rio Green Glass by Napoleone Martinuzzi

Deco Small Vase in Rio Green Glass by Napoleone Martinuzzi

By Napoleone Martinuzzi, Venini

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 colour and in three sizes. Rhythm"...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Labuan Small Glass Vase in Indigo by Venini

Labuan Small Glass Vase in Indigo 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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Pigmenti Small Vase in Glazed Grape Glass by Venini

Pigmenti Small Vase in Glazed Grape Glass by Venini

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

With the Pigmenti collection, Venini aims to send out a sign of renewal through the development of a Classic form as the expression of a contemporary interior design accessory. PIGME...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Pigmenti Large Vase in Opaline Ox Blood Red Milk White inside Glass by Venini

Pigmenti Large Vase in Opaline Ox Blood Red Milk White inside Glass by Venini

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

With the Pigmenti collection, Venini aims to send out a sign of renewal through the development of a classic form as the expression of a contemporary interior design accessory. PIGME...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Pigmenti Small Vase in Opaline Grape Glass by Venini

Pigmenti Small Vase in Opaline Grape Glass by Venini

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

With the Pigmenti collection, Venini aims to send out a sign of renewal through the development of a Classic form as the expression of a contemporary interior design accessory. Pigme...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Incisi Glass Vase in Brass by Venini

Incisi Glass Vase in Brass by Venini

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A multitude of shapes and colours. Apparently, Paolo Venini had a knack for experimenting with Incisi. They are countless. The vase owes its name to the "Incisione a Freddo" glassmak...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Fazzoletto Bicolore Large Vase in Powder Pink & Green River

Fazzoletto Bicolore Large Vase in Powder Pink & Green River

By Venini, Fulvio Bianconi & Paolo 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...

Category

20th Century Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Pigmenti Large Vase in Opaline Grape  Milk White inside Glass by Venini

Pigmenti Large Vase in Opaline Grape Milk White inside Glass by Venini

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

With the Pigmenti collection, Venini aims to send out a sign of renewal through the development of a Classic form as the expression of a contemporary interior design accessory. PIGME...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Puntini Murrine Glass Bowl, Paolo Venini, Venini Murano Italia
Puntini Murrine Glass Bowl, Paolo Venini, Venini Murano Italia

Puntini Murrine Glass Bowl, Paolo Venini, Venini Murano Italia

By Paolo Venini, Venini

Located in Uccle, BE

Bowl in glass with “talpa” (mole grey) and “lattimo” (milk white) murrine. The name of this particular murrine is known as “a puntini” which means “dotted” in Italian. It’s in fac...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Vintage Venini Murano Fulvio Bianconi Handkerchief White Latimo
Vintage Venini Murano Fulvio Bianconi Handkerchief White Latimo

Vintage Venini Murano Fulvio Bianconi Handkerchief White Latimo

By Fulvio Bianconi, Venini

Located in Uccle, BE

This is a vintage circa 1950 fazzoletto (handkerchief) vase designed by Fulvio Bianconi for Venini Murano in Italy. The vase is made from white latimo glass The shape of old handke...

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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Venini Labuan 706.63 Medium Blush Pink - Glass Vase - Damiani
Venini Labuan 706.63 Medium Blush Pink - Glass Vase - Damiani

Venini Labuan 706.63 Medium Blush Pink - Glass Vase - Damiani

By Venini

Located in Alcamo, IT

Brand: Venini Designer: Venini Model: Labuan 706.63 Collection: Labuan Made in: Italy Add an artistic touch to your home with this iconic Murano glass vase. Stories and mysteries o...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Venini Veronese 600.01 Glass Vase, Iceberg - Design Vittorio Zecchin - Damiani
Venini Veronese 600.01 Glass Vase, Iceberg - Design Vittorio Zecchin - Damiani

Venini Veronese 600.01 Glass Vase, Iceberg - Design Vittorio Zecchin - Damiani

By Venini, Vittorio Zecchin

Located in Alcamo, IT

Brand: Venini Design: Vittorio Zecchin Model: Veronese 600.01 Collection: Veronese Year: 1921 Made in: Italy Add an artistic touch to your home with this iconic Murano glass vase. T...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

21st Century Fazzoletto Large Vase in Milk-White by Fulvio Bianconi E Paolo

21st Century Fazzoletto Large Vase in Milk-White by Fulvio Bianconi E Paolo

By Venini, Fulvio Bianconi & Paolo Venini

Located in murano, IT

An exclusive new take on the Opalini technique from the 15th century makes its colour unique. The creative genius of Fulvio Bianconi makes its shape inimitable, recalling skirts sway...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Venini Riflessi 793.90 Small - Glass Vase - design Michela Cattai - Damiani
Venini Riflessi 793.90 Small - Glass Vase - design Michela Cattai - Damiani

Venini Riflessi 793.90 Small - Glass Vase - design Michela Cattai - Damiani

By Venini, Michela Cattai

Located in Alcamo, IT

Brand: Venini Designer: Michela Cattai Model: Reflections 793.90 - Small Collection: Reflections Made in: Italy Add an artistic and sophisticated touch to your interior with this ic...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Venini Monofiore Balloton Small Vase in Amber Horizon Thread Murano Glass
Venini Monofiore Balloton Small Vase in Amber Horizon Thread Murano Glass

Venini Monofiore Balloton Small Vase in Amber Horizon 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 1...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Venini Idria Medium Vase in Horizon Milk White Inside Murano Glass
Venini Idria Medium Vase in Horizon Milk White Inside Murano Glass

Venini Idria Medium Vase in Horizon Milk White Inside Murano Glass

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Idria medium vase in horizon Murano glass by Venini. The Ancient Greek water vessel sheds its skin, as terracotta gives way to glass, thanks to Venini. Its design speaks of bygone da...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

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

Venini Tiara Large Vase in Horizon and Amber Murano Glass

By Venini, Francesco Lucchese

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Tiara large vase in horizon and amber Murano glass by Francesco Lucchese for Venini. The art of glassmaking meets the endless potential of light. A jewel-like creation that carries a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Venini Veronese 600.01 Glass Vase, Sapphire & Crystal - Vittorio Zecchin Damiani
Venini Veronese 600.01 Glass Vase, Sapphire & Crystal - Vittorio Zecchin Damiani

Venini Veronese 600.01 Glass Vase, Sapphire & Crystal - Vittorio Zecchin Damiani

By Vittorio Zecchin, Venini

Located in Alcamo, IT

Brand: Venini Design: Vittorio Zecchin Model: Veronese 600.01 Collection: Veronese Year: 1921 Made in: Italy Create a magical atmosphere with this unique Murano glass vase. First bl...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Venini by Emmanuel Babled 2004 Women Torso Tall Vase in Cased Art Glass
Venini by Emmanuel Babled 2004 Women Torso Tall Vase in Cased Art Glass

Venini by Emmanuel Babled 2004 Women Torso Tall Vase in Cased Art Glass

By Emmanuel Babled, Venini

Located in Miami, FL

Art glass vase designed by Emmanuel Babled (1967-) for Venini. An extremely rare artistic vase, created in the island of Murano by the sculptor Emmanuel Babled, back in the 2004. This sculptural tall vase is part of a limited edition of only 9 piece made by the Venini company from Venice. It is made in the shape of a sublime woman torso, blown in 3 colors of cased glass and finished with a delicate wheel carving. Technique: Blown art glass, triple cased, etched and carved at the wheel. Measures: 450.85 by 196.85 mm (17.75 by 7.75 Inches) Edition: Number 4 of 9. Signatures: Etched at the bottom, "Venini 2004 4/9 EMM. BABLED". with the original Venini decal label. Emmanuel Babled was born in France in 1967. He studied Industrial Design at Istituto Europeo di Design in Milan, graduating in 1989 and founding his own design studio in 1992. In 2010 Emmanuel Babled Studio moved to Amsterdam after many years in Milan. Since the start, he has developed a wide range of unique pieces and limited editions in self-production and for prestigious manufacturers such as Venini, Baccarat, Rosenthal and Covo. These pieces are part of private and public collections around the world. At the same time he has also designed Industrial products, furniture and lighting. His clients include Baccarat, Rosenthal, Venini, Bulgari, Iittala, Dupont de Nemours, Fontana Arte, Oluce, I&I, Laurent Perrier...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Venini Incisi Short Glass Vase in Steel Blue by Paolo Venini
Venini Incisi Short Glass Vase in Steel Blue by Paolo Venini

Venini Incisi Short Glass Vase in Steel Blue by Paolo Venini

By Paolo Venini, Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Incisi glass vase collection, designed by Paolo Venini and manufactured by Venini, feature an engraved surface. Originally designed in 1956. Numb...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Venini Ando Time Hourglass in Crystal and Red by Tadao Ando
Venini Ando Time Hourglass in Crystal and Red by Tadao Ando

Venini Ando Time Hourglass in Crystal and Red by Tadao Ando

By Tadao Ando, Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Ando Time Hourglass, designed by Tadao Ando and manufactured by Venini, is a limited edition of 49 art pieces (per color) plus an additional 20 P.d.A. a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Venini Fazzoletto 700.02 Medium Lilla Menta - Glass Vase Fulvio Bianconi Damiani
Venini Fazzoletto 700.02 Medium Lilla Menta - Glass Vase Fulvio Bianconi Damiani

Venini Fazzoletto 700.02 Medium Lilla Menta - Glass Vase Fulvio Bianconi Damiani

By Venini, Fulvio Bianconi & Paolo Venini

Located in Alcamo, IT

Brand: Venini Designer: Fulvio Bianconi & Paolo Venini Model: Handkerchief 700.02 - Medium Collection: Handkerchief Made in: Italy Add an artistic and sophisticated touch to your in...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Venini Anelli 542.00 Murano Glass Vase - Design Venini - Damiani
Venini Anelli 542.00 Murano Glass Vase - Design Venini - Damiani

Venini Anelli 542.00 Murano Glass Vase - Design Venini - Damiani

By Venini

Located in Alcamo, IT

Brand: Venini Design: Venini Model: Rings 542.00 Collection: Rings Made in: Italy Add an artistic touch to your home with this iconic Murano glass vase. Anelli is a decorative piec...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

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

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

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

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

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Venini Deco Glass Vase in Grey by Napoleone Martinuzzi
Venini Deco Glass Vase in Grey by Napoleone Martinuzzi

Venini Deco Glass Vase in Grey by Napoleone Martinuzzi

By Napoleone Martinuzzi, Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Venini glass vase in grey designed by Napoleone Martinuzzi in 1930. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or statement piece for any room. Also avail...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Monofiore Balaton Glass Vase in Grey with Red Thread Rim by Venini
Monofiore Balaton Glass Vase in Grey with Red Thread Rim by Venini

Monofiore Balaton Glass Vase in Grey with Red Thread Rim by Venini

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

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

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Opalino Glass Vase in Tea and Crystal by Venini
Opalino Glass Vase in Tea and Crystal by Venini

Opalino Glass Vase in Tea and Crystal by Venini

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Venini glass vase with slim, oval shaped body and funnel shaped neck. Featured in tea and crystal colored glass. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or strong statement piece ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

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

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

By Peter Marino, Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

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

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Venini 'Where Are My Glasses?' Single Lens Glass Vase in Blue by Ron Arad
Venini 'Where Are My Glasses?' Single Lens Glass Vase in Blue by Ron Arad

Venini 'Where Are My Glasses?' Single Lens Glass Vase in Blue by Ron Arad

By Venini, Ron Arad

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Venini glass vase with slim shaped neck and black glass glasses sculpture. Featured in aquamarine colored glass. Perfect for indoor home decor as c...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Venini Anelli 542.00 Murano Glass Vase - Green - Design Venini - Damiani
Venini Anelli 542.00 Murano Glass Vase - Green - Design Venini - Damiani

Venini Anelli 542.00 Murano Glass Vase - Green - Design Venini - Damiani

By Venini

Located in Alcamo, IT

Brand: Venini Design: Venini Model: Rings 542.00 Collection: Rings Made in: Italy Add an artistic touch to your home with this iconic Murano glass vase. Anelli is a decorative piec...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Venini Deco 707.10 Large Horizon - Glass Vase - Napoleone Martinuzzi - Damiani
Venini Deco 707.10 Large Horizon - Glass Vase - Napoleone Martinuzzi - Damiani

Venini Deco 707.10 Large Horizon - Glass Vase - Napoleone Martinuzzi - Damiani

By Venini, Napoleone Martinuzzi

Located in Alcamo, IT

Brand: Venini Designer: Napoleon Martinuzzi Model: Deco 707.10 - Large Collection: Deco Made in: Italy Add an artistic and sophisticated touch to your interior with this iconic Mura...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Venini Veronese 600.01 Glass Vase, Verde Mela & Crystal Vittorio Zecchin Damiani
Venini Veronese 600.01 Glass Vase, Verde Mela & Crystal Vittorio Zecchin Damiani

Venini Veronese 600.01 Glass Vase, Verde Mela & Crystal Vittorio Zecchin Damiani

By Vittorio Zecchin, Venini

Located in Alcamo, IT

Brand: Venini Design: Vittorio Zecchin Model: Veronese 600.01 Collection: Veronese Year: 1921 Made in: Italy Create a magical atmosphere with this unique Murano glass vase. First bl...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Veronese Vase by Vittorio Zecchini for Venini 1921
Veronese Vase by Vittorio Zecchini for Venini 1921

Veronese Vase by Vittorio Zecchini for Venini 1921

By Vittorio Zecchin, Venini

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

Blown for the first time in 1921, thanks to the intuition of the art director of Venini 1921-1925: the painter Vittorio Zecchin. A 1580 painting by Paolo Veronese " Annunciation " in...

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2010s Italian Art Deco Venini Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano 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.