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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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Venini Oman 787.01 Glass Vase, Aquamarine, Red & Talpa - Design Ettore Sottsass
Venini Oman 787.01 Glass Vase, Aquamarine, Red & Talpa - Design Ettore Sottsass

Venini Oman 787.01 Glass Vase, Aquamarine, Red & Talpa - Design Ettore Sottsass

By Ettore Sottsass, Venini

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Venini Design: Ettore Sottsass Model: Oman 787.01 Collection: Ettore Sottsass Collection Year: 1994 Made in: Italy Create a magical atmosphere with a unique piece of Murano g...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Venini Murrine Romane 520.22 Carlo Scarpa - Glass Vase Damiani
Venini Murrine Romane 520.22 Carlo Scarpa - Glass Vase Damiani

Venini Murrine Romane 520.22 Carlo Scarpa - Glass Vase Damiani

By Venini, Carlo Scarpa

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Venini Designer: Carlo Scarpa Model: Murrine Romane 520.22 Collection: Murrine Made in: Italy Add an artistic and sophisticated touch to your interior with this iconic Murano...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Venini Fazzoletto 700.00 Large Ambra - Glass Vase Fulvio Bianconi - Damiani
Venini Fazzoletto 700.00 Large Ambra - Glass Vase Fulvio Bianconi - Damiani

Venini Fazzoletto 700.00 Large Ambra - Glass Vase Fulvio Bianconi - Damiani

By Fulvio Bianconi & Paolo Venini, Venini

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Venini Designer: Fulvio Bianconi & Paolo Venini Model: Handkerchief 700.00 - Large Collection: Handkerchief Made in: Italy Add an artistic and sophisticated touch to your int...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

21st Century Black Belt Triangolo Extra Small Vase in Black/Crystal

21st Century Black Belt Triangolo Extra Small Vase in Black/Crystal

By Peter Marino, Venini

Located in murano, IT

Appealing to the eye, to the touch and to the mind. This work by Peter Marino was designed to be the most provocative one in the Fornace (Kiln). Striking beauty. The Triangolo collec...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Brilliant Yellow Venini Vase
Brilliant Yellow Venini Vase

Brilliant Yellow Venini Vase

By Venini

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1970-80s, by Venini, Italy. Featuring a refined post-modern silhouette complemented by bold color, this hand-blown Venini vase is superbly proportion...

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1970s Italian Vintage Venini Decorative Objects

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Blown Glass

Venini Vase 516.13 Verde Rio Murano Glass Vase design Tobia Scarpa - Damiani
Venini Vase 516.13 Verde Rio Murano Glass Vase design Tobia Scarpa - Damiani

Venini Vase 516.13 Verde Rio Murano Glass Vase design Tobia Scarpa - Damiani

By Ludovico Diaz de Santillana and Tobia Scarpa, Venini

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Venini Designer: Tobia Scarpa & Ludovico Diaz De Santilliana Model: Vase 516.13 Collection: Beats / Canoes Made in: Italy Add an artistic and sophisticated touch to your inte...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Venini Flow 782.54 Ambra Murano Glass Vase Philippa Craddock - Damiani
Venini Flow 782.54 Ambra Murano Glass Vase Philippa Craddock - Damiani

Venini Flow 782.54 Ambra Murano Glass Vase Philippa Craddock - Damiani

By Venini

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Venini Designer: Philippa Craddock Model: Flow 782.54 Collection: Homo Faber Made in: Italy Add a striking, artistic touch to your home with this exceptional Murano glass vas...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Venini Satin Vase, Handblown Murano Glass, Mid-Century Modern, Italy
Venini Satin Vase, Handblown Murano Glass, Mid-Century Modern, Italy

Venini Satin Vase, Handblown Murano Glass, Mid-Century Modern, Italy

By Venini

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

The transparent coloured glass is handblown and decorated at the base by a sword-shaped foot, applied hot free-hand with the addition of gold leaf. The model is enriched by the cold ...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Vase from the Coreani series by Tapio Wirkkala for Venini
Vase from the Coreani series by Tapio Wirkkala for Venini

Vase from the Coreani series by Tapio Wirkkala for Venini

By Venini, Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Torino, IT

Vase from the Coreani series designed by Tapio Wirkkala for Venini. Elegant collectible blown glass vase with blue and green bands that create a spiral with overlapping colors and s...

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1960s Italian Vintage Venini Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

21st Century Opalino Large Glass Vase in Apple Green by Venini

21st Century Opalino Large Glass Vase in Apple Green by Venini

By Venini

Located in murano, IT

The Opalino vase is all about sophisticated and unique colors, thanks to the use of the traditional Opalino technique. This method was first introduced in the 15th century to make gl...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

21st Century Ando Time Hourglass in Bamboo/Grape/Horizon by Tadao Ando

21st Century Ando Time Hourglass in Bamboo/Grape/Horizon by Tadao Ando

By Tadao Ando, Venini

Located in murano, IT

A colorful hourglass enclosed in glass. Space meets time in its architecture. The sand flow carries with it the thoughts of the past and the future that Tadao Ando wished to capture. Additional Information: Material: Glass Color: Bamboo/Grape/Horizon Dimensions: W 13.5 x D 13.5 x H 54 cm Available in other color options: Grey/light pink,/red...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Venini Where Are My Glasses 777.50 Glass Vase, Erba - Ron Arad - Damiani
Venini Where Are My Glasses 777.50 Glass Vase, Erba - Ron Arad - Damiani

Venini Where Are My Glasses 777.50 Glass Vase, Erba - Ron Arad - Damiani

By Ron Arad, Venini

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Venini Design: Ron Arad Model: Where Are My Glasses 777.50 Collection: Where Are My Glasses Made in: Italy Create a magical atmosphere with a unique Murano glass piece. Where...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Venini Happy Pills 027.29 Glass Sculpture, Green Grass & Red - Fabio Novembre
Venini Happy Pills 027.29 Glass Sculpture, Green Grass & Red - Fabio Novembre

Venini Happy Pills 027.29 Glass Sculpture, Green Grass & Red - Fabio Novembre

By Fabio Novembre, Venini

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Venini Design: Fabio Novembre Model: Happy Pills 027.29 Collection: Happy Pills Made in: Italy Create a magical atmosphere with a unique piece of Murano glass. The Happy Pill...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Pair Italian Venini Murano Crystal Signed Paperweight Bookends
Pair Italian Venini Murano Crystal Signed Paperweight Bookends

Pair Italian Venini Murano Crystal Signed Paperweight Bookends

By Venini

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Murano Paperweight by Venini Italy. This pieces are sold individually or as a pair and are a stunning compliment to any desk or work station. Hand Crafted with multi colored Ribbo...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

21st Century Idria Small Glass Vase in Milk-White/Red by Venini

21st Century Idria Small Glass Vase in Milk-White/Red by Venini

By Venini

Located in murano, IT

The Ancient Greek water vessel sheds its skin, as terracotta gives way to glass, thanks to VENINI. Its design speaks of bygone days and rhythms, bringing them back to life: timeless ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Venini Fazzoletto 700.02 Medium Ambra - Glass Vase Fulvio Bianconi - Damiani
Venini Fazzoletto 700.02 Medium Ambra - Glass Vase Fulvio Bianconi - Damiani

Venini Fazzoletto 700.02 Medium Ambra - Glass Vase Fulvio Bianconi - Damiani

By Fulvio Bianconi & Paolo Venini, Venini

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

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

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Glass

Venini Battuto a Nido d'Ape 524.26 Pg. Murano Glass Vase Carlo Scarpa - Damiani
Venini Battuto a Nido d'Ape 524.26 Pg. Murano Glass Vase Carlo Scarpa - Damiani

Venini Battuto a Nido d'Ape 524.26 Pg. Murano Glass Vase Carlo Scarpa - Damiani

By Venini, Carlo Scarpa

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Venini Design: Carlo Scarpa Model: Honeycomb Wrought 524.26 Collection: Honeycomb Wrought Made in: Italy Add an artistic touch to your home with this iconic Murano glass vase...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Venini Murrine Romane 520.20 design Carlo Scarpa - Glass Vase - Damiani
Venini Murrine Romane 520.20 design Carlo Scarpa - Glass Vase - Damiani

Venini Murrine Romane 520.20 design Carlo Scarpa - Glass Vase - Damiani

By Venini

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Venini Designer: Carlo Scarpa Model: Roman Murrine 520.20 Collection: Murrine Made in: Italy Add an artistic and sophisticated touch to your interior with this iconic Murano ...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Kukinto Vases Collection by Timo Sarpaneva for Venini 1991
Kukinto Vases Collection by Timo Sarpaneva for Venini 1991

Kukinto Vases Collection by Timo Sarpaneva for Venini 1991

By Timo Sarpaneva, Venini

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

The skirt of a dancer. A Nordic blossom moving in the wind. The colours of these works chase, touch and sometimes merge on the waves created by the breath of a master glassmiths. Wit...

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Venini Opalino 706.24 Large - Ginkgo Biloba - Murano Glass Vase - Damiani
Venini Opalino 706.24 Large - Ginkgo Biloba - Murano Glass Vase - Damiani

Venini Opalino 706.24 Large - Ginkgo Biloba - Murano Glass Vase - Damiani

By Venini

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Venini Designer: Venini Model: Opaline 706.24 - Large Collection: Opaline Made in: Italy Add an artistic and sophisticated touch to your interior with this iconic Murano glas...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Venini Murano glass vase - signed "Venini Italia," ca. 1960s-70s.
Venini Murano glass vase - signed "Venini Italia," ca. 1960s-70s.

Venini Murano glass vase - signed "Venini Italia," ca. 1960s-70s.

By Venini

Located in Vicenza, IT

Elegant Murano blown glass vase, Venini production, with engraved signature on the base "Venini Italia".The body, with a flattened globular shape, has a delicate amethyst hue with a ...

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Late 20th Century European Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Italian Murano Glass Vase Gonzaga Model by Emmanuel Babled for Venini
Italian Murano Glass Vase Gonzaga Model by Emmanuel Babled for Venini

Italian Murano Glass Vase Gonzaga Model by Emmanuel Babled for Venini

By Venini, Emmanuel Babled

Located in Asti, Piemonte

Glass vase designed by Emmanuel Babled and produced by Venini, 1994s. Signed. With original label. Biography Born in France in 1967, Emmanuel Babled graduated in 1989 from Industria...

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1990s Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Venini Husband and Wife 015.21 Glass Sculpture - Design Ettore Sottsass - Damiani
Venini Husband and Wife 015.21 Glass Sculpture - Design Ettore Sottsass - Damiani

Venini Husband and Wife 015.21 Glass Sculpture - Design Ettore Sottsass - Damiani

By Venini, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Venini Design: Ettore Sottsass Model: Husband and Wife 015.21 Collection: Ettore Sottsass Collection Made in: Italy Create a magical atmosphere with a unique Murano glass pie...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Marble

21st Century Opalino Medium Glass Vase in Red by Venini

21st Century Opalino Medium Glass Vase in Red by Venini

By Venini

Located in murano, IT

The 2017 re-edition features a brand new opaque appearance. The Opalino vase is all about sophisticated and unique colors, thanks to the use of the traditional Opalino technique. Thi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

21st Century Acqua Ichirinzashi Vase in Crystal/Mint Green by Michela Cattai

21st Century Acqua Ichirinzashi Vase in Crystal/Mint Green by Michela Cattai

By Venini

Located in murano, IT

Its shapes take their cue from nature in Japan, nodding to the pebbles and water flowing in mountain streams. A vase holding just one flower is the quint...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Venini Opalino 706.24 Large - Moka - Murano Glass Vase - Damiani
Venini Opalino 706.24 Large - Moka - Murano Glass Vase - Damiani

Venini Opalino 706.24 Large - Moka - Murano Glass Vase - Damiani

By Venini

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Venini Designer: Venini Model: Opaline 706.24 - Large Collection: Opaline Made in: Italy Add an artistic and sophisticated touch to your interior with this iconic Murano glas...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Italian modern Decorative bowl in transparent yellow Murano glass by Venini 1990
Italian modern Decorative bowl in transparent yellow Murano glass by Venini 1990

Italian modern Decorative bowl in transparent yellow Murano glass by Venini 1990

By Venini

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern Decorative bowl in transparent yellow Murano glass by Venini, 1990s Decorative bowl with a round base in transparent yellow Murano glass. Perfect as a centerpiece or p...

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1990s Italian Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Venini Happy Pills 027.29 Glass Sculpture, Orange & Black Design Fabio Novembre
Venini Happy Pills 027.29 Glass Sculpture, Orange & Black Design Fabio Novembre

Venini Happy Pills 027.29 Glass Sculpture, Orange & Black Design Fabio Novembre

By Venini, Fabio Novembre

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Venini Design: Fabio Novembre Model: Happy Pills 027.29 Collection: Happy Pills Made in: Italy Create a magical atmosphere with a unique piece of Murano glass. The Happy Pill...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

21st Century Opalino Large Glass Vase in Black by Venini

21st Century Opalino Large Glass Vase in Black by Venini

By Venini

Located in murano, IT

The Opalino vase is all about sophisticated and unique colors, thanks to the use of the traditional Opalino technique. This method was first introduced in the 15th century to make gl...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

21st Century Bolle Glass Vase in Améthyste / Grey by Tapio Wirkkala

21st Century Bolle Glass Vase in Améthyste / Grey by Tapio Wirkkala

By Venini, Tapio Wirkkala

Located in murano, IT

A vase turns into a graceful bottle. Grey meets Amethyst. Two distinct spaces of colour created by Tapio Wirkkala that blend together thanks to the "Incalmo" technique, a process by ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Venini Satin 706.24 Large Te/Crystal - Glass Vase - Damiani
Venini Satin 706.24 Large Te/Crystal - Glass Vase - Damiani

Venini Satin 706.24 Large Te/Crystal - Glass Vase - Damiani

By Venini

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Venini Designer: Venini Model: Satin 706.24 - Large Collection: Opaline Made in: Italy Add an artistic and sophisticated touch to your interior with this iconic Murano glass ...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

21st Century Night in Venice Glass Candleholder in Amber by Venini

21st Century Night in Venice Glass Candleholder in Amber by Venini

By Venini

Located in murano, IT

Made in hand-finished blown glass, the transparent red NIGHT IN VENICE candleholder decorates the home, creating magic atmospheres: the warm and lumino...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Blown Glass

21st Century Coccio Glass Vase in Ivory/Tea by Venini

21st Century Coccio Glass Vase in Ivory/Tea by Venini

By Venini

Located in murano, IT

It should belong to the Paleolithic collection of a Museum of Prehistory. A mysterious artifact smuggled by some art dealer. A modern archeological discovery made from murrine in 198...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Venini I Paladini 789.20 Murano Glass Sculpture design Emmanuel Babled - Damiani
Venini I Paladini 789.20 Murano Glass Sculpture design Emmanuel Babled - Damiani

Venini I Paladini 789.20 Murano Glass Sculpture design Emmanuel Babled - Damiani

By Emmanuel Babled, Venini

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Venini Designer: Emmanuel Babled Model: The Paladins 789.20 Collection: The Paladins Made in: Italy Add an artistic and sophisticated touch to your interior with this unique ...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

21st Century Murana Glass Vase in Straw-Yellow by Fabio Novembre

21st Century Murana Glass Vase in Straw-Yellow by Fabio Novembre

By Fabio Novembre, Venini

Located in murano, IT

From Venetian masks to glass, Fabio Novembre adds a tinge of irony to the Fornace (Kiln), creating a work that has a face and a soul. Classic yet eccentric. Additional Information: ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Venini Opalino 706.24 Large - Indigo - Murano Glass Vase - Damiani
Venini Opalino 706.24 Large - Indigo - Murano Glass Vase - Damiani

Venini Opalino 706.24 Large - Indigo - Murano Glass Vase - Damiani

By Venini

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Venini Designer: Venini Model: Opaline 706.24 - Large Collection: Opaline Made in: Italy Add an artistic and sophisticated touch to your interior with this iconic Murano glas...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Soldato Di Vetro Glass and 18k Gold Sculpture by Alessandro Mendini for Venini

Soldato Di Vetro Glass and 18k Gold Sculpture by Alessandro Mendini for Venini

By Venini, Alessandro Mendini

Located in murano, IT

"The fine, elongated and ambiguos shape of their eyes on the colored background has them looking thoughtfully at our complicated world. The similar shape of their mounth hints at a w...

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2010s Italian Arts and Crafts Venini Decorative Objects

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Gold

21st Century Black Belt Triangolo Medium Glass Vase in Black/Crystal

21st Century Black Belt Triangolo Medium Glass Vase in Black/Crystal

By Venini, Peter Marino

Located in murano, IT

Appealing to the eye, to the touch and to the mind. This work by Peter Marino was designed to be the most provocative one in the Fornace (Kiln). Striking beauty. The Triangolo collec...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

21st Century Fazzoletto Large Glass Vase in Amber by Fulvio Bianconi E Paolo

21st Century Fazzoletto Large Glass Vase in Amber 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

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Glass

Art Deco Vase by Napoleone Martinuzzi for Venini, Murano Glass
Art Deco Vase by Napoleone Martinuzzi for Venini, Murano Glass

Art Deco Vase by Napoleone Martinuzzi for Venini, Murano Glass

By Venini, Napoleone Martinuzzi

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

Rhythm: this is the word that defines the shape of the Deco series of vases. The rings are repeated, one after another. They increase, decrease, then increase again. They seem to mov...

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2010s Italian Art Deco Venini Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Rodolfo Dordoni Venini Principe Vase, Hand-Crafted Murano Glass
Rodolfo Dordoni Venini Principe Vase, Hand-Crafted Murano Glass

Rodolfo Dordoni Venini Principe Vase, Hand-Crafted Murano Glass

By Rodolfo Bonetto, Venini

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

King, Queen and Prince are the components of a noble family who, since 1996, has reigned with the kindness and elegance of sinuous shapes. They wear robes glazed, with impressive met...

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Venini Fazzoletto 700.04 Small Lilla Menta - Glass Vase Fulvio Bianconi Damiani
Venini Fazzoletto 700.04 Small Lilla Menta - Glass Vase Fulvio Bianconi Damiani

Venini Fazzoletto 700.04 Small Lilla Menta - Glass Vase Fulvio Bianconi Damiani

By Fulvio Bianconi & Paolo Venini, Venini

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Venini Designer: Fulvio Bianconi & Paolo Venini Model: Handkerchief 700.04 - Small Collection: Handkerchief Made in: Italy Add an artistic and sophisticated touch to your int...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Venini Gran Bulbo 699.60 Tea/Crystal/Gold Leaf - Glass Vase Peter Marino Damiani
Venini Gran Bulbo 699.60 Tea/Crystal/Gold Leaf - Glass Vase Peter Marino Damiani

Venini Gran Bulbo 699.60 Tea/Crystal/Gold Leaf - Glass Vase Peter Marino Damiani

By Peter Marino, Venini

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Venini Designer: Peter Marino Model: Grand Bulb 699.60 Collection: Peter Marino Collection Made in: Italy Add an artistic and sophisticated touch to your home with this iconi...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Rodolfo Dordoni for Venini Hand-Crafted Murano Glass Vase, 20cm
Rodolfo Dordoni for Venini Hand-Crafted Murano Glass Vase, 20cm

Rodolfo Dordoni for Venini Hand-Crafted Murano Glass Vase, 20cm

By Rodolfo Bonetto, Venini

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

Queen and Prince are the components of a noble family who, since 1996, has reigned with the kindness and elegance of sinuous shapes. They wear robes glazed, with impressive metallic-...

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

21st Century Contrasto Glass Vase in Crystal/Grape by Michela Cattai

21st Century Contrasto Glass Vase in Crystal/Grape by Michela Cattai

By Venini

Located in murano, IT

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 Venini Decorative Objects

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Blown Glass

21st Century Serpente Glass Sculpture in Black/Coral by Carlo Scarpa

21st Century Serpente Glass Sculpture in Black/Coral by Carlo Scarpa

By Carlo Scarpa, Venini

Located in murano, IT

Ancient murrine form the pattern of a snake coiling up on glass. Conceived, redesigned and skilfully reinterpreted with rich contrasting colours, they reflect the highest craftsmansh...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

21st Century Opalino Small Glass Vase in Apple Green by Venini

21st Century Opalino Small Glass Vase in Apple Green by Venini

By Venini

Located in murano, IT

The Opalino vase is all about sophisticated and unique colors, thanks to the use of the traditional Opalino technique. This method was first introduced in the 15th century to make gl...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Venini Labuan 706.01 Glossy Taupe - Glass Vase - Damiani
Venini Labuan 706.01 Glossy Taupe - Glass Vase - Damiani

Venini Labuan 706.01 Glossy Taupe - Glass Vase - Damiani

By Venini

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

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...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Double incalmo e murrina by Riccardo Licata
Double incalmo e murrina by Riccardo Licata

Double incalmo e murrina by Riccardo Licata

By Venini, Riccardo Licata

Located in Uccle, BE

Double incalmo vase in lattimo glass (white glass). Central band in clear glass decorated with murrines with yellow and aubergine decoration.

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

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Blown Glass

Vase Double incalmo with central murrine band by Riccardo Licata
Vase Double incalmo with central murrine band by Riccardo Licata

Vase Double incalmo with central murrine band by Riccardo Licata

By Venini, Riccardo Licata

Located in Uccle, BE

Rare double incalmo vase with a central murine. Body of the vase is made of Murano blown mole grey glass. A central white and yellow murine is fixed between the two glass bands. The ...

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

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Blown Glass

OSMOSI Artist Proof Glass and Marble Sculpture by Emmanuel Babled for Venini

OSMOSI Artist Proof Glass and Marble Sculpture by Emmanuel Babled for Venini

By Emmanuel Babled, Venini

Located in murano, IT

The work is part of the Osmosis series, exhibited at Palazzo Franchetti, in conjunction with the 55 th International Art Exhibition of the Venice Biennale. The project combines new t...

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2010s Italian Arts and Crafts Venini Decorative Objects

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Carrara Marble

Rodolfo Dordoni Venini Regina Vase, Murano Glass, Italy
Rodolfo Dordoni Venini Regina Vase, Murano Glass, Italy

Rodolfo Dordoni Venini Regina Vase, Murano Glass, Italy

By Rodolfo Bonetto, Venini

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

Queen and Prince are the components of a noble family who, since 1996, has reigned with the kindness and elegance of sinuous shapes. They wear robes glazed, with impressive metallic-...

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Venini Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

21st Century Opalino Medium Glass Vase in Apple Green by Venini

21st Century Opalino Medium Glass Vase in Apple Green by Venini

By Venini

Located in murano, IT

The Opalino vase is all about sophisticated and unique colors, thanks to the use of the traditional Opalino technique. This method was first introduced in the 15th century to make gl...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

21st Century Ritagli Blown Glass Vase in Grape/Light Pink by Fulvio Bianconi

21st Century Ritagli Blown Glass Vase in Grape/Light Pink by Fulvio Bianconi

By Venini, Fulvio Bianconi

Located in murano, IT

This work by Fulvio Bianconi stems from the most innovative glassmaking technique in the 1900s: thin rectangular strips of glass are placed one on top of the other and then hand-applied to a conical base made from blown glass. Shades of Iridescent Green and Aquamarine meet hues of Iridescent Sand and Red in a piece so timeless but dated 1989. Additional Information: Material: Blown Glass Color: Grape/Light Pink...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Blown Glass

21st Century Monofiori Balloton Medium Glass Vase in Red by Venini

21st Century Monofiori Balloton Medium Glass Vase in Red by Venini

By Venini

Located in murano, IT

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 special technique that lends a unique matelassé effect to...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Venini Satin 706.38 Small Te/Crystal - Glass Vase - Damiani
Venini Satin 706.38 Small Te/Crystal - Glass Vase - Damiani

Venini Satin 706.38 Small Te/Crystal - Glass Vase - Damiani

By Venini

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Venini Designer: Venini Model: Satin 706.38 - Small Collection: Opaline Made in: Italy Add an artistic and sophisticated touch to your interior with this iconic Murano glass ...

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2010s Italian Venini Decorative Objects

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Glass

Venini Vase Murano Glass “Flavio Poli” 1950 Italy
Venini Vase Murano Glass “Flavio Poli” 1950 Italy

Venini Vase Murano Glass “Flavio Poli” 1950 Italy

By Venini

Located in Milano, IT

VENINI Vase.

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Decorative Objects

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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.