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Venini Lighting

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
Cascade Chandelier Tube Murano Glass by Venini, Italy, 1960s
Cascade Chandelier Tube Murano Glass by Venini, Italy, 1960s

Cascade Chandelier Tube Murano Glass by Venini, Italy, 1960s

By Venini

Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR

Rare Large Mid-Century Modern Space Age Hollywood Regency Cascade tube Chandelier ceiling pendant light lightning with exceptional textured colored tubes in yellow, light purple lila...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Metal

Pendant Light by Toni Zuccheri for Venini in Murano Glass, circa 1960
Pendant Light by Toni Zuccheri for Venini in Murano Glass, circa 1960

Pendant Light by Toni Zuccheri for Venini in Murano Glass, circa 1960

By Venini, Toni Zuccheri

Located in Merida, Yucatan

Space Age pendant light by Toni Zuccheri for Venini in Murano glass, circa 1960 from the 'Membrana' series.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Venini Lighting

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Blown Glass

Pair Gae Aulenti Venini Murano Blue Green Glass Brass Pendants circa 1970
Pair Gae Aulenti Venini Murano Blue Green Glass Brass Pendants circa 1970

Pair Gae Aulenti Venini Murano Blue Green Glass Brass Pendants circa 1970

By Venini

Located in Vienna, AT

Pair of Murano glass pendants in the style of Gae Aulenti, Italy circa 1970. Featuring thick blue/green colored glass and brass hardware. Restored and newly rewired, 100W Max- excell...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Brass

Wall Lamp "Bambu" in Murano Glass by Venini, Italy 1970s
Wall Lamp "Bambu" in Murano Glass by Venini, Italy 1970s

Wall Lamp "Bambu" in Murano Glass by Venini, Italy 1970s

By Venini

Located in Hellouw, NL

There is a quiet elegance in the way Murano glass captures and transforms light. This wall lamp, known as the “Bambu” model and produced by Venini, reflects the Venetian glassmaker’s...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Murano Glass

Pair of Venini Wall Lamps, 2 Levels, Murano Glass, Italy, 1970
Pair of Venini Wall Lamps, 2 Levels, Murano Glass, Italy, 1970

Pair of Venini Wall Lamps, 2 Levels, Murano Glass, Italy, 1970

By Venini

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Very beautiful and large pair of venini wall lamp produced in italy in the 70s. Murano cut glass distributed on 3 levels of a gilded metal structure. Unique design object that will...

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1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Venini Lighting

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Crystal

Original Blue Glass Poliedri Chandelier by Carlo Scarpa for Venini, Italy, c1960
Original Blue Glass Poliedri Chandelier by Carlo Scarpa for Venini, Italy, c1960

Original Blue Glass Poliedri Chandelier by Carlo Scarpa for Venini, Italy, c1960

By Venini, Carlo Scarpa

Located in London, GB

A rare circular blue glass poliedri (polyhedron) chandelier designed by the Italian architect and designer, Carlo Scarpa, c.1960. Produced by the prestigious Murano glass company, Ve...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Steel

Hollywood Regency. Murano glass table lamp by Venini, Italy, 1970s
Hollywood Regency. Murano glass table lamp by Venini, Italy, 1970s

Hollywood Regency. Murano glass table lamp by Venini, Italy, 1970s

By Venini, Vistosi, F. Fabbian, De Majo, Leucos

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Hollywood Regency style table lamp by Venini, Italy, 1970s. Hand-blown Murano glass base in the shape of a vase in milky white tone, with a dark red organic swirling stripe. Upper st...

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1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Venini Lighting

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Metal, Chrome

Pair Italian Venini Murano Crystal Tri Glass Prism Wall Sconces w/ Green Detail
Pair Italian Venini Murano Crystal Tri Glass Prism Wall Sconces w/ Green Detail

Pair Italian Venini Murano Crystal Tri Glass Prism Wall Sconces w/ Green Detail

By Venini

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Striking pair of Mid-Century 1960's Italian Murano glass wall sconces composed of clear crystal triangular prism glass elements, often referred to as tri or triedri glass in Venetian...

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1960s Italian Vintage Venini Lighting

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Glass

Pair of 'Sigaro' Sconces by Massimo Vignelli for Venini
Pair of 'Sigaro' Sconces by Massimo Vignelli for Venini

Pair of 'Sigaro' Sconces by Massimo Vignelli for Venini

By Massimo Vignelli, Venini

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of 'Sigaro' Sconces by Massimo Vignelli for Venini, Italy, 1960s Murano glass chalice shape sconce comprising of ruby and true red inlays at the bottom end. Black enameled and ...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Venini Lighting

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Brass

Venini Martinengo Thirty-two-light Chandelier in Crystal

Venini Martinengo Thirty-two-light Chandelier in Crystal

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Majestic chandeliers in handmade-blown glass. Metal: Chromium Plated Color: Crystal 32 lights x max 60W E14 Code: 99.50.01.32.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Lighting

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Blown Glass

Paolo Venini Pair of Antique Pink Opalino Murano Glass Table Lamps for Venini
Paolo Venini Pair of Antique Pink Opalino Murano Glass Table Lamps for Venini

Paolo Venini Pair of Antique Pink Opalino Murano Glass Table Lamps for Venini

By Venini, Paolo Venini

Located in Milan, IT

Splendid Paolo Venini Pair of Antique Pink Opalino Murano Glass Table Lamps for Venini. Acid Etched Signature Venini Murano Italia Measurements of lamp without the lampshade 12.5 x H...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Brass

Large Venini Ceiling Lights Attributed to Carlo Scarpa for Venini, 1950s
Large Venini Ceiling Lights Attributed to Carlo Scarpa for Venini, 1950s

Large Venini Ceiling Lights Attributed to Carlo Scarpa for Venini, 1950s

By Venini

Located in Aachen, NRW

Large Venini ceiling lights attributed to Carlo Scarpa for Venini, 1960s. Wonderful light effect. The heavily textured and slightly iridescent glass dome is held in place by a brass ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Brass

Mid-century modern murano glass "Filigrana" wall light sconce Venini Italy 1950
Mid-century modern murano glass "Filigrana" wall light sconce Venini Italy 1950

Mid-century modern murano glass "Filigrana" wall light sconce Venini Italy 1950

By Venini

Located in Nicolosi, IT

Mid-century modern murano glass "Filigrana" wall light sconce Venini Italy 1950 The Mid-Century Murano Glass "Filigrana" Wall Sconce by Venini (Italy, 1950s) is a remarkable example ...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Brass

Pair of Venini Murano Glass wall sconces metal structure 1960s
Pair of Venini Murano Glass wall sconces metal structure 1960s

Pair of Venini Murano Glass wall sconces metal structure 1960s

By Venini

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Pair of beautiful and sculptural Venini Wall Lamps with Murano glass and metal frames from 1960.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Metal

Pair of Fulvio Bianconi "Con Fiamma" Murano Glass Obelisk Table Lamps for Venini
Pair of Fulvio Bianconi "Con Fiamma" Murano Glass Obelisk Table Lamps for Venini

Pair of Fulvio Bianconi "Con Fiamma" Murano Glass Obelisk Table Lamps for Venini

By Venini, Fulvio Bianconi & Paolo Venini, Fulvio Bianconi

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

An elegant pair of Con Fiamma obelisks designed by Fulvio Bianconi and produced by Venini, Murano, circa 1950. Handmade in clear Murano glass, each obelisk contains Bianconi's charac...

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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Textile, Murano Glass

Venini Rare Pair of Petali Gold Leaf Murano Glass Sconces Model 5825, Italy
Venini Rare Pair of Petali Gold Leaf Murano Glass Sconces Model 5825, Italy

Venini Rare Pair of Petali Gold Leaf Murano Glass Sconces Model 5825, Italy

By Venini

Located in New York, NY

Venini rare pair of exquisite midcentury 1970s 'Petali' sconces model 5825 in transparent Murano glass with gold leaf inclusions, Italy, 1970s. These sculptural wall lights have a l...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Gold Leaf, Brass

VENINI - 1930s Chandelier - Art Deco - MURANO - Made in ITALY
VENINI - 1930s Chandelier - Art Deco - MURANO - Made in ITALY

VENINI - 1930s Chandelier - Art Deco - MURANO - Made in ITALY

By Venini

Located in Milano, IT

VENINI - 1930s Murano glass chandelier, composed of a large bowl , 24 curls and the stello composed of spheres plus the glass bowl at the top completely sound and working. It was mad...

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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Venini Lighting

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Murano Glass

Midcentury Chandelier by Venini, 1960s from the Alga Series
Midcentury Chandelier by Venini, 1960s from the Alga Series

Midcentury Chandelier by Venini, 1960s from the Alga Series

By Venini

Located in Palermo, PA

A timeless beauty of Murano glass. This opulent chandelier, a masterpiece, was artfully crafted by Venini in 1960. Its grandeur is composed of 60 meticulously handcrafted Murano glas...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Venini Lighting

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Metal

1970s Toni Zuccheri for Venini Space Age Murano Glass Square Wall Sconce
1970s Toni Zuccheri for Venini Space Age Murano Glass Square Wall Sconce

1970s Toni Zuccheri for Venini Space Age Murano Glass Square Wall Sconce

By Venini, Toni Zuccheri

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This stunning piece is a 1970s Toni Zuccheri for Venini "Corteccia" Murano Glass Wall Sconce, a striking example of Space Age Italian design and Murano glass artistry. The light fixt...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Venini Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Venini Firenze Pendant Light in Brown and Yellow by Ettore Sottsass
Venini Firenze Pendant Light in Brown and Yellow by Ettore Sottsass

Venini Firenze Pendant Light in Brown and Yellow by Ettore Sottsass

By Ettore Sottsass, Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Firenze suspension lamp, designed by Ettore Sottsass and manufactured by Venini, features handmade blown glass colored elements and crystal color discs. Numbered edition. Indoor use ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Lighting

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Blown Glass

Carlo Scarpa Venini Art Deco Chandelier, Nickel & Glass, 1930s
Carlo Scarpa Venini Art Deco Chandelier, Nickel & Glass, 1930s

Carlo Scarpa Venini Art Deco Chandelier, Nickel & Glass, 1930s

By Carlo Scarpa, Venini

Located in New York, NY

Carlo Scarpa for Venini highly unique rectangular shaped Art Deco chandelier, circa 1930's. A minimalist nickel-plated structure with a row of eight thick ribbed hand-cut glass eleme...

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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Venini Lighting

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Nickel

Venini "Anni Trenta" Serie Italian Murano Glass Table Lamp, 1970s
Venini "Anni Trenta" Serie Italian Murano Glass Table Lamp, 1970s

Venini "Anni Trenta" Serie Italian Murano Glass Table Lamp, 1970s

By Venini

Located in Reggio Emilia, IT

Italian midcentury modern design table lamp collection serie “Anni Trenta” designed by Venini and produced by Venini Murano composed of hand-blown and hand-worked opaline glass diffuser and base, connected by a brass ring element, Italy production 2013 Venini Anni Trenta...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Brass

1970 Germany Palwa Tear Drop Chandelier Murano Glass and Silver Brass
1970 Germany Palwa Tear Drop Chandelier Murano Glass and Silver Brass

1970 Germany Palwa Tear Drop Chandelier Murano Glass and Silver Brass

By Christoph Palme, Venini, Palwa

Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen

Elegant teardrop chandelier made by Venini of transparent Murano glass drops mounted on a silver plated brass frame with silver leafs. Chandelier illuminates beautifully and offers...

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1970s German Hollywood Regency Vintage Venini Lighting

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Silver Plate, Chrome

1960s Early Venini Amber and Clear Glass Prisms Chandelier, Italy
1960s Early Venini Amber and Clear Glass Prisms Chandelier, Italy

1960s Early Venini Amber and Clear Glass Prisms Chandelier, Italy

By Venini

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Thick optical quality glass prisms 'Triedri' in clear and amber tone of different length hooked on a handmade steel frame enameled in an ivory finish. Particular well designed st...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Steel

Venini Murano Italian Midcentury Brass Glass Table Lamp, 1950s
Venini Murano Italian Midcentury Brass Glass Table Lamp, 1950s

Venini Murano Italian Midcentury Brass Glass Table Lamp, 1950s

By Venini

Located in Reggio Emilia, IT

Italian midcentury modern design table lamp produced by Venini Murano with colored opaline glass base and transparent glass diffuser and brass lamp holder, manufacturer's adhesive la...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Brass

pair of Venini Style Triedroglass Tree Tears Clear Gold Glass Brass Sconces
pair of Venini Style Triedroglass Tree Tears Clear Gold Glass Brass Sconces

pair of Venini Style Triedroglass Tree Tears Clear Gold Glass Brass Sconces

By Venini

Located in Rijssen, NL

Beautiful tree tear-shaped glass wall sconces featuring eight long crystal clear glass "triete" prism-rods, with brass details and back plate. Illuminates beautifully. High-end piece...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Venini Lighting

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Brass

Hollywood Regency Italian Venini Murano Brass Crystal Prism Spiral Chandelier
Hollywood Regency Italian Venini Murano Brass Crystal Prism Spiral Chandelier

Hollywood Regency Italian Venini Murano Brass Crystal Prism Spiral Chandelier

By Camer Glass, Venini

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A large and impressive Italian spiral chandelier produced by Camer in the 1970s. It features gold-plated brass framing with crystal glass prisms in a spiral form. Tested and working....

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Crystal, Brass

Venini Gio Ponti Chandelier in Grey and Green by Gio Ponti
Venini Gio Ponti Chandelier in Grey and Green by Gio Ponti

Venini Gio Ponti Chandelier in Grey and Green by Gio Ponti

By Gio Ponti, Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Glass chandelier with gold plated metal finishes and chain. A colorful chandelier with a touch of elegance that adds color to any living room or entrance space. Also available in var...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Lighting

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Art Glass

Large Venini Sigaro Pendant Fixture by Massimo Vignelli
Large Venini Sigaro Pendant Fixture by Massimo Vignelli

Large Venini Sigaro Pendant Fixture by Massimo Vignelli

By Venini

Located in New York, NY

Venini sigaro pendant in lemon yellow with colored ban striped bottom, designed by Massimo Vignelli. Rare extra large (20") size. Perfect condition, curr...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Art Glass

Massimo Vignelli Pendant Lamp for Venini, Italy, 1950s
Massimo Vignelli Pendant Lamp for Venini, Italy, 1950s

Massimo Vignelli Pendant Lamp for Venini, Italy, 1950s

By Massimo Vignelli, Venini

Located in Milan, IT

Massimo Vignelli pendant lamp for Venini, Italy, 1950s.

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

Materials

Murano Glass

Venini Zoe Large Tavolo Table Light in Grey by Doriana and Massimiliano Fuksas
Venini Zoe Large Tavolo Table Light in Grey by Doriana and Massimiliano Fuksas

Venini Zoe Large Tavolo Table Light in Grey by Doriana and Massimiliano Fuksas

By Doriana and Massimiliano Fuksas, Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Zoe Tavolo table lamp, designed by Doriana and Massimiliano Fuksas and manufactured by Venini, features a lantern shape. Indoor use only. Dimensions:...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Lighting

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Glass

Massimo Vignelli for Venini Murano Pendant Glass Lamp, 1960s
Massimo Vignelli for Venini Murano Pendant Glass Lamp, 1960s

Massimo Vignelli for Venini Murano Pendant Glass Lamp, 1960s

By Venini, Massimo Vignelli

Located in Milan, IT

This mid-century pendant lamp was designed by Massimo Vignelli for Venini in the 1960s and features 3 exceptionally refined Murano glass diffusers mounted on a brass structure.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Metal, Brass

1960s Toni Zuccheri Venini Italian Design Murano Glass Sconces Wall Lamps
1960s Toni Zuccheri Venini Italian Design Murano Glass Sconces Wall Lamps

1960s Toni Zuccheri Venini Italian Design Murano Glass Sconces Wall Lamps

By Venini, Toni Zuccheri

Located in Brescia, IT

Wall lamps _ Set of 5 Toni Zuccheri Venini 1960 Clear and Amber Murano glass White metal frame and brass screws. Perfect Working Order Glass in perfect condiction    

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Metal

Venini Chandelier with Murano Glass Filigree and Brass 69's
Venini Chandelier with Murano Glass Filigree and Brass 69's

Venini Chandelier with Murano Glass Filigree and Brass 69's

By Venini

Located in Palermo, IT

Beautiful chandelier at three light diffusers consisting of Murano glass bowls with white and yellow Venini filigree pattern with brass and cast iron frame. Fully functional ,of ex...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Venini Lighting

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Brass

Handsome Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Flowers Sputnik Pendant Light by Venini
Handsome Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Flowers Sputnik Pendant Light by Venini

Handsome Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Flowers Sputnik Pendant Light by Venini

By Venini

Located in Lisse, NL

Marvelous Mid-Century Modern, stunning design, chrome & glass flowers fixture. This aesthetically pleasing and very rare design, Murano glass pendant is in good condition and read...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Venini Lighting

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Chrome

Italian Ceiling Ball Chandelier Venini Yellow Brass Chain, Italy, 1950s
Italian Ceiling Ball Chandelier Venini Yellow Brass Chain, Italy, 1950s

Italian Ceiling Ball Chandelier Venini Yellow Brass Chain, Italy, 1950s

By Venini

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Italian ceiling ball chandelier venini yellow brass chain, Italy, 1950s.

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Brass

VENINI Large Sconce Gold Murano Glass Brass 1950 Italy
VENINI Large Sconce Gold Murano Glass Brass 1950 Italy

VENINI Large Sconce Gold Murano Glass Brass 1950 Italy

By Venini

Located in Milano, IT

Very Large Murano Glass And Gold Applique 1950s

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1950s Italian Other Vintage Venini Lighting

Materials

Murano Glass, Uranium Glass

Pair of "Patchwork" wall sconces by Toni Zuccheri for Venini Murano glass 1970s
Pair of "Patchwork" wall sconces by Toni Zuccheri for Venini Murano glass 1970s

Pair of "Patchwork" wall sconces by Toni Zuccheri for Venini Murano glass 1970s

By Venini, Toni Zuccheri

Located in Firenze, FI

Wall or ceiling lighting system composed of 2 Murano glass elements, model "Patchwork," designed by Toni Zuccheri for Venini. The frame is made of white painted metal, on which trans...

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1970s Italian Vintage Venini Lighting

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Art Glass, Murano Glass

21st Century Gio Ponti 99.80 8-Light Chandeliers in Multicolour

21st Century Gio Ponti 99.80 8-Light Chandeliers in Multicolour

By Gio Ponti, Venini

Located in murano, IT

A work of art. More than that, a myth. Gio Ponti 99.80 owes its undisputed modernity and originality to the boundless creativity of its creator, Gio Ponti. Its uniqueness lies in its...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Venini Lighting

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Glass

21st Century Tolboi, Belboi, Stilboi Table Lamp in Milk-White/Tea by Venini

21st Century Tolboi, Belboi, Stilboi Table Lamp in Milk-White/Tea by Venini

By Venini

Located in murano, IT

It rests quietly on its shelf, waiting to shine its light. It’s Belboi. Light passes through Milk White glass, spreading its soft yet strong glow, and revealing the tones of Red and ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Venini Lighting

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Glass

Toni Zuccheri for Venini Tiered Murano Chandelier
Toni Zuccheri for Venini Tiered Murano Chandelier

Toni Zuccheri for Venini Tiered Murano Chandelier

By Toni Zuccheri, Venini

Located in North Miami, FL

This Large VENINI chandelier designed by Toni Zuccheri in 1950's for Venini glassworks has THREE (3) tiers. There is a lovely mixture of clear drip style Murano pieces with clear an...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Murano Glass

1970s Toni Zuccheri for Venini Corteccia Murano Glass Huge Space Age Wall Sconce
1970s Toni Zuccheri for Venini Corteccia Murano Glass Huge Space Age Wall Sconce

1970s Toni Zuccheri for Venini Corteccia Murano Glass Huge Space Age Wall Sconce

By Venini, Toni Zuccheri

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This stunning piece is a 1970s Toni Zuccheri for Venini "Corteccia" Murano Glass Wall Sconce also usable as Ceiling Light, a striking example of Space Age Italian design and Murano g...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Venini Lighting

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Iron

Rare '803' Series Pendants by Guiliano Viti for Venini
Rare '803' Series Pendants by Guiliano Viti for Venini

Rare '803' Series Pendants by Guiliano Viti for Venini

By Venini

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare '803' Series Pendants by Guiliano Viti for Venini. Designed and manufactured in Italy, circa the 1970s. Gorgeous multi-colored glass pendants in varying shapes and sizes. Each p...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Venini Lighting

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Metal, Chrome

Troncchi Chandelier Designed by Toni Zuccheri for Venini 1960 Italy
Troncchi Chandelier Designed by Toni Zuccheri for Venini 1960 Italy

Troncchi Chandelier Designed by Toni Zuccheri for Venini 1960 Italy

By Venini, Toni Zuccheri

Located in Palermo, PA

A stunning Mid-Century "Tronchi" chandelier by Toni Zuccheri for Venini, circa 1960. This exquisite piece features 18 Murano glass cylinders set on a metal base with two irregular t...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Venini Lighting

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Metal

Very large Cipolla Murano glass pendant by Massimo Vignelli for Venini, 1950s
Very large Cipolla Murano glass pendant by Massimo Vignelli for Venini, 1950s

Very large Cipolla Murano glass pendant by Massimo Vignelli for Venini, 1950s

By Massimo Vignelli, Venini

Located in Rotterdam, NL

Very large Cipolla pendant, white with subtle blue stripes, designed by Massimo Vignelli at the start of his impressive career in design and executed by Murano glass specialist Venin...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Metal

Venini Zoe Small Pendant Light in Violet by Doriana & Massimiliano Fuksas
Venini Zoe Small Pendant Light in Violet by Doriana & Massimiliano Fuksas

Venini Zoe Small Pendant Light in Violet by Doriana & Massimiliano Fuksas

By Doriana and Massimiliano Fuksas, Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Zoe pendant light in violet shades of glass. Its shape is reminiscent of a lantern and brightens any living space with its bold red color. Also available in other colors, sizes and a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Lighting

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Art Glass

Pair of Murano glass wall lights by Venini, Italy, 1940s.
Pair of Murano glass wall lights by Venini, Italy, 1940s.

Pair of Murano glass wall lights by Venini, Italy, 1940s.

By Venini

Located in Piacenza, Italy

Pair of Murano glass wall lights by Venini, Italy, 1940s. Each sconce features a sculptural blown glass shade characterized by a softly undulating, organic form. The surface is enric...

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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Huge Rectangular Murano Glass Chandelier by Venini, circa 1980s
Huge Rectangular Murano Glass Chandelier by Venini, circa 1980s

Huge Rectangular Murano Glass Chandelier by Venini, circa 1980s

By Venini

Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen

Huge rectangular five - tiered Murano glass chandelier by Venini, Italy, circa 1980s. This heavy height- quality light fixture is made of 160 Murano glass elements hanging on nickel...

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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

Materials

Metal

Venini Tronchi Oval Hanging Chandeleir
Venini Tronchi Oval Hanging Chandeleir

Venini Tronchi Oval Hanging Chandeleir

By Venini

Located in New York, NY

Chandelier marked "Veart Made in Itay" 8"- tubular "Tronchi" shades hang from oval chrome frame. Original chain and canopy included. Height in listing does not include length of cha...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Glass

Mid-Century modern XL Venini chandelier
Mid-Century modern XL Venini chandelier

Mid-Century modern XL Venini chandelier

By Venini

Located in Palermo, PA

Mid-Century modern XL Venini chandelier. It can be mounted straight to ceeling like a plafond or hanging down like shown in the pictures. The light consists 199 original Murano glass...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Venini Lighting

Materials

Metal

Massimo Vignelli, Pendant Light, Glass, Metal, Italy, 1960s
Massimo Vignelli, Pendant Light, Glass, Metal, Italy, 1960s

Massimo Vignelli, Pendant Light, Glass, Metal, Italy, 1960s

By Massimo Vignelli, Venini

Located in High Point, NC

A brown orange glass and metal pendant light designed by Massimo Vignelli and produced by Venini, Italy, c. 1960s. In very good vintage condition, with light wear consistent with ag...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

Materials

Metal

Venini Murano Chandelier Amber and Emerald Handblown Glass, 1960
Venini Murano Chandelier Amber and Emerald Handblown Glass, 1960

Venini Murano Chandelier Amber and Emerald Handblown Glass, 1960

By Venini

Located in Rome, IT

This magnificent chandelier features 12 arms. Excellent vintage condition.

Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

Materials

Blown Glass

Venini Ice Blue Triedri Murano Glass Chandelier
Venini Ice Blue Triedri Murano Glass Chandelier

Venini Ice Blue Triedri Murano Glass Chandelier

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A Venini Murano glass chandelier. Cascading “triedri” prisms in both ice blue and clear glass dangle from chains attached to the flush mount canopy. Several extra prisms included. Fl...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Venini Lighting

Materials

Murano Glass

Venini Chandelier Murano Glass Iron 1940 Italy
Venini Chandelier Murano Glass Iron 1940 Italy

Venini Chandelier Murano Glass Iron 1940 Italy

By Venini

Located in Milano, IT

VENINI Chandelier.

Category

1940s Italian Other Vintage Venini Lighting

Materials

Murano Glass

Venini lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Venini lighting are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of silver and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Venini lighting, although beige editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original lighting by Venini were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider lighting by Stilnovo, Fabio Ltd, and Gaetano Sciolari. Prices for Venini lighting can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $11 and can go as high as $377,941, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,552.

Questions About Venini Lighting

  • 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.