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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.

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Creator: Venini
Mid-Century Venini Troncho Murano Glass Chandelier
Mid-Century Venini Troncho Murano Glass Chandelier

Mid-Century Venini Troncho Murano Glass Chandelier

By Venini

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Elegant Mid-Century Tronchi chandelier made in Italy, designed by Toni Zuccheri for Venini, in the 1960’s. Featuring 28 stunning murano glass cylinder, (Each glass is 10in L” by 2.5i...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Chrome

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

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Metal

Pair 1950 Art Deco Glass Ornaments Sconces by Carlo Scarpa for Venini Italy
Pair 1950 Art Deco Glass Ornaments Sconces by Carlo Scarpa for Venini Italy

Pair 1950 Art Deco Glass Ornaments Sconces by Carlo Scarpa for Venini Italy

By Carlo Scarpa, Venini

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of large Art Deco Sconces with polyhedral shaped blown glass ornaments. Designed by Carlo Scarpa for Venini Italy and made circa 1950. In perfect working condition and takes E-1...

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1950s Italian Art Deco Vintage Venini Lighting

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Steel

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

Modern Murano Table Lamp by Ettore Sottsass for Venini, Signed ca. 1994
Modern Murano Table Lamp by Ettore Sottsass for Venini, Signed ca. 1994

Modern Murano Table Lamp by Ettore Sottsass for Venini, Signed ca. 1994

By Venini, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Merida, Yucatan

Beautiful table lamps in orange and green hand-blown Murano glass. Designed by Ettore Sottsass for Venini and manufactured in 1994. The glass shade is signed "Venini ". We have the ...

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1990s Italian Modern Venini Lighting

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Murano Glass

Carlo Scarpa Style Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Poliedri Chandelier by Venini
Carlo Scarpa Style Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Poliedri Chandelier by Venini

Carlo Scarpa Style Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Poliedri Chandelier by Venini

By Venini, Carlo Scarpa

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Italian chandelier from the island of Murano. This piece has a brass frame that supports an impressive array of 178 Murano glass, eggplant-colored, polyhedral shaped pieces. Illumina...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Brass

Extraordinary blown chandelier by Vittorio Zecchin, Murano, 1920s.
Extraordinary blown chandelier by Vittorio Zecchin, Murano, 1920s.

Extraordinary blown chandelier by Vittorio Zecchin, Murano, 1920s.

By Venini, Vittorio Zecchin

Located in Argelato, BO

This blown glass chandelier is a piece of great elegance and refinement by Vittorio Zecchin, a master of Murano glass in the 1920s and 1930s, a period during which he collaborated wi...

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1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Venini Lighting

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Murano Glass

Signed Venini Three-Light Chandelier "Lattimo" Murano Glass, 1940 Model 960/12-3
Signed Venini Three-Light Chandelier "Lattimo" Murano Glass, 1940 Model 960/12-3

Signed Venini Three-Light Chandelier "Lattimo" Murano Glass, 1940 Model 960/12-3

By Venini

Located in Merida, Yucatan

Small three-light chandelier signed by Venini in a dark, near-solid, amber/brown Lattimo Murano glass in Art deco style, circa 1930-1940. Designed by the famous Italian Arquitect Gio...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Venini Lighting

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Murano Glass

Gio Ponti Murano Chandelier for Venini, Opaline Glass, Mid-Century
Gio Ponti Murano Chandelier for Venini, Opaline Glass, Mid-Century

Gio Ponti Murano Chandelier for Venini, Opaline Glass, Mid-Century

By Gio Ponti, Venini

Located in CABA, AR

Elegant and iconic, this Murano glass chandelier was designed by the celebrated Italian architect and designer Gio Ponti for Venini in the 1970s. A masterpiece of mid-century Italian...

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

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Opaline Glass

2 Mid-Century Modern Venini, ´Tessuto´Flush Mounts, Unused, ca 1970 Murano Glass
2 Mid-Century Modern Venini, ´Tessuto´Flush Mounts, Unused, ca 1970 Murano Glass

2 Mid-Century Modern Venini, ´Tessuto´Flush Mounts, Unused, ca 1970 Murano Glass

By Venini

Located in Merida, Yucatan

Beautiful and large Mid-Century Modern flush mounts in white and clear hand blown Murano Glass in the "Tessuto" technique , manufactured by Venini, "New Old Stock " These flush mou...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Pair of Murano Sconces
Pair of Murano Sconces

Pair of Murano Sconces

By Venini, Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of murano wall sconces, monumental is size and stature. Made of multiple hand blown Venini art glass, shades hangs on steel frame with up and down lights.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Steel

Poliedri Venini pendant pink lamp, 1960
Poliedri Venini pendant pink lamp, 1960

Poliedri Venini pendant pink lamp, 1960

By Venini

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Pendant lamp from the Poliedri series, produced by Venini. The model is composed of multifaceted blown glass modules, combined to create an articulated and sculptural luminous surfac...

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1970s Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Art Glass

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 Toni Zuccheri, Venini

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

Tomaso Buzzi (1900-1981) and Venini, chandeliers "lattimo" and "pulegoso"
Tomaso Buzzi (1900-1981) and Venini, chandeliers "lattimo" and "pulegoso"

Tomaso Buzzi (1900-1981) and Venini, chandeliers "lattimo" and "pulegoso"

By Tomaso Buzzi, Venini

Located in NEUILLY-SUR-SEINE, FR

Tomaso Buzzi (1900-1981) and Venini Rare floral hanging light in blown glass using the "lattimo" and "pulegoso" techniques Circa 1935 Composed of a central basin and twelve palm lea...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Blown Glass

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

Pair of Clear Gold Glass Sconces in the style of Venini, Italy 2000
Pair of Clear Gold Glass Sconces in the style of Venini, Italy 2000

Pair of Clear Gold Glass Sconces in the style of Venini, Italy 2000

By Venini

Located in Rijssen, NL

Beautiful wall sconces of crystal glass pipes with brass details. Illuminates beautifully. High-end pieces. Cleaned and well-wired, in full working order and ready to use. The glass...

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

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Glass

Vintage Crystal Cascading Chandelier by Paolo Venini for Venini, 1970s
Vintage Crystal Cascading Chandelier by Paolo Venini for Venini, 1970s

Vintage Crystal Cascading Chandelier by Paolo Venini for Venini, 1970s

By Paolo Venini, Venini

Located in Lisboa, PT

This pendant lamp was designed by Paolo Venini for Venini during the 1970s, in Italy. It features a brass plate were dozens of frosted glass drops fall creating a layering effect wit...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Brass

Venini Anni Trenta Ceiling Light in Milk White with Black Chrome Hardware

Venini Anni Trenta Ceiling Light in Milk White with Black Chrome Hardware

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Ceiling light in handmade-blown glass. Year of Manufacture: 2002 Metal: Black chromium plated gold-plated Light source: 6 x max 60W E14 Color: Milk-White Measurements: Ø 20.08...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Lighting

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Blown Glass

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

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

By Venini

Located in Aachen, NRW

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 knob...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Murano Glass

Venini Trilobo Murano Glass and Steel Chandelier circa 1960 Made in Italy
Venini Trilobo Murano Glass and Steel Chandelier circa 1960 Made in Italy

Venini Trilobo Murano Glass and Steel Chandelier circa 1960 Made in Italy

By Venini

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Venini Trilobo Murano glass and steel chandelier circa 1960 Made in Italy Will require four chandelier bulbs. Venini—the world famous Italian gl...

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

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Steel

Model 835 'Cordonata' Table Lamp by Venini
Model 835 'Cordonata' Table Lamp by Venini

Model 835 'Cordonata' Table Lamp by Venini

By Venini

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Model 835 'Cordonata' Table Lamp by Venini. Designed and manufactured in Italy, in 1976. An all ribbed "cristallo" glass table lamp with brass accents. The lamp comprises of a top sh...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Brass

Mid-century "Ice" chandelier by Toni Zuccheri Venini Scultoreo.
Mid-century "Ice" chandelier by Toni Zuccheri Venini Scultoreo.

Mid-century "Ice" chandelier by Toni Zuccheri Venini Scultoreo.

By Toni Zuccheri, Venini

Located in Palermo, IT

Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of mid-20th century Italian design with this extraordinary "Ice" chandelier by renowned designer Toni Zuccheri. Crafted with skilled crafts...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Nickel

Large Pair of Venini Murano Glass Sconces
Large Pair of Venini Murano Glass Sconces

Large Pair of Venini Murano Glass Sconces

By Venini

Located in New York, NY

A very dramatic, large and beautiful pair of Venini style sconces. These are located in our warehouse in Italy and have a lead time for arrival of 8-10 weeks from time of purchase. ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Crystal

Mid-Century Modern Handblown, Murano Glass, Amethyst Swirl Lamp
Mid-Century Modern Handblown, Murano Glass, Amethyst Swirl Lamp

Mid-Century Modern Handblown, Murano Glass, Amethyst Swirl Lamp

By Venini

Located in New York, NY

This gorgeous Mid-Century Modern lamp consist of Amethyst Murano glass with pearlescent swirls throughout. The glass bodies attach to radiant nickel bases. They have been newly new c...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Nickel

Venini Anni Trenta Applique Small Wall Scone in Milk White
Venini Anni Trenta Applique Small Wall Scone in Milk White

Venini Anni Trenta Applique Small Wall Scone in Milk White

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Anni Trenta applique wall sconce, designed and manufactured by Venini, features sinuous lines, clearly reminiscent of the 1930s. Indoor use only. Dimensions: W 16 cm x D 12 cm x ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Lighting

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Glass

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

Italian Mid-Century Murano Glass Flush Mount Light Fixture by Venini 1940-1950
Italian Mid-Century Murano Glass Flush Mount Light Fixture by Venini 1940-1950

Italian Mid-Century Murano Glass Flush Mount Light Fixture by Venini 1940-1950

By Venini

Located in New York, NY

An Elegant Italian Mid-Century Modern, Murano Glass Flush Mount Light Fixture by Venini, circa 1940-1950. The piece has a classic demi-lune form and exudes the sober, understated qua...

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

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Brass

Murano Glass Chandelier Designed by Venini, Murano, 1940s
Murano Glass Chandelier Designed by Venini, Murano, 1940s

Murano Glass Chandelier Designed by Venini, Murano, 1940s

By Venini

Located in Palermo, PA

Murano glass chandelier designed by Venini, Murano, 1940s. It is made from Murano art glass and is composed of 3 glass cones set on a brass base. The glass is made using the techni...

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

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Metal, Brass

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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Chrome, Metal

Venini Balloton Globe Table Light in Grey
Venini Balloton Globe Table Light in Grey

Venini Balloton Globe Table Light in Grey

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Balloton Table lamp, designed and manufactured by Venini, is available in three different colors. Indoor use only. Dimensions: Ø 25 cm, H 26 cm.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Lighting

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Glass

Murano Glass Spiral Chandelier by Venini
Murano Glass Spiral Chandelier by Venini

Murano Glass Spiral Chandelier by Venini

By Venini

Located in Berlin, BE

Very nice high quality Murano glass spiral chandelier by Venini. The chandelier is in excellent condition. 8 x E14 bulbs Height includin...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Chrome

Pair of Tomaso Buzzi for Venini Murano Glass Sconces Green Gold, 1940s
Pair of Tomaso Buzzi for Venini Murano Glass Sconces Green Gold, 1940s

Pair of Tomaso Buzzi for Venini Murano Glass Sconces Green Gold, 1940s

By Tomaso Buzzi, Venini

Located in Brescia, Brescia

An exceptionally refined pair of wall sconces designed by Tomaso Buzzi for Venini during the 1940s, embodying the architect's unmistakable ability to translate classical elegance int...

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1940s European Art Deco Vintage Venini Lighting

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Brass

Rare Carlo Scarpa for Venini "Mezzo Diamante" Murano Glass Sconces, 1940s Pair
Rare Carlo Scarpa for Venini "Mezzo Diamante" Murano Glass Sconces, 1940s Pair

Rare Carlo Scarpa for Venini "Mezzo Diamante" Murano Glass Sconces, 1940s Pair

By Venini, Carlo Scarpa

Located in Brescia, Brescia

An exceptionally rare pair of Murano glass wall sconces attributed to Carlo Scarpa for Venini, Italy, circa 1940, showcasing one of the master's most celebrated surface treatments: t...

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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Venini Lighting

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Brass

VENINI - Ludovico Diaz de Santillana - Lampadario modello calze - Murano 1970
VENINI - Ludovico Diaz de Santillana - Lampadario modello calze - Murano 1970

VENINI - Ludovico Diaz de Santillana - Lampadario modello calze - Murano 1970

By Venini

Located in Milano, IT

Bellissimo lampadario disegnato da Ludovico Diaz de Santillana è prodotto da VENINI a Murano nel 1970. Modello Calza. Ci sono pochi esemplari di questo modello. Perfetto stato .

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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Iron

Petite Murano Glass Flush Mount Light Design Venini for Kalmar, Austria, 1970s
Petite Murano Glass Flush Mount Light Design Venini for Kalmar, Austria, 1970s

Petite Murano Glass Flush Mount Light Design Venini for Kalmar, Austria, 1970s

By Venini, Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

Stunning Murano glass Flush mount light designed by Venini for Kalmar, 1960s Brass plate gathers 18 structured glasses, beautifully refracting the light very heavy quality. High ...

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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Brass

J.T. Kalmar Floor Lamp, Brass Emerald Green Murano Glass, 1960
J.T. Kalmar Floor Lamp, Brass Emerald Green Murano Glass, 1960

J.T. Kalmar Floor Lamp, Brass Emerald Green Murano Glass, 1960

By Venini, J.T. Kalmar

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

A fantastic and floor lamp 'Glasschaft' (engl. 'glass rod'), no. 2134 by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, Vienna, manufactured in midcentury, in 1960s. The Stand is made of an emerald green twi...

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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Brass

Pair of Venini Tronchi Sconces or Wall Lights by Toni Zuccheri, 1970s
Pair of Venini Tronchi Sconces or Wall Lights by Toni Zuccheri, 1970s

Pair of Venini Tronchi Sconces or Wall Lights by Toni Zuccheri, 1970s

By Venini

Located in Palermo, PA

Indulge in the timeless elegance of this remarkable pair of Venini Tronchi wall lights, expertly crafted by the talented Toni Zuccheri during the 1970s. These captivating sconces fea...

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

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Metal

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

Venini Rhythm 11-Element Pendant Lights in White by I M Lab

Venini Rhythm 11-Element Pendant Lights in White by I M Lab

By Venini, I M Lab

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Rhythm suspension lamp, designed by I M LAB and manufactured by Venini, is characterized by a single element that can be employed by itself or can be repeated infinite times. Each si...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Lighting

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Glass

VENINI - CARLO SCARPA - Ceiling Light Murano Glass Brass, 1940, Italy
VENINI - CARLO SCARPA - Ceiling Light Murano Glass Brass, 1940, Italy

VENINI - CARLO SCARPA - Ceiling Light Murano Glass Brass, 1940, Italy

By Venini

Located in Milano, IT

Venini - Carlo Scarpa - ceiling light Murano glass brass, 1940, Italy.

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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Murano Glass

Venini Belboi Table Light in Milk White with Tea Detail
Venini Belboi Table Light in Milk White with Tea Detail

Venini Belboi Table Light in Milk White with Tea Detail

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Belboi Tavolo Table lamp, designed and manufactured by Venini, features an handmade blown glass top with gold-plated metal finishes. Adds a pop of a color to any desk or table. Light...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Lighting

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Blown Glass

Venini Diamantei Twenty-One-Light Chandelier in Amethyst and Red

Venini Diamantei Twenty-One-Light Chandelier in Amethyst and Red

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Venini Diamantei six-light chandelier in Amethyst red. Measurements: Ø 39.37” H 43.30” 6 x max 60W E14 Metal: Gold-plated Colors: Amethyst Red Code: 99.29.01.06.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Lighting

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Art Glass

Venini Murano Glass ‘Swan’ Wall Sconce by Tina Aufiero, Stock of 5
Venini Murano Glass ‘Swan’ Wall Sconce by Tina Aufiero, Stock of 5

Venini Murano Glass ‘Swan’ Wall Sconce by Tina Aufiero, Stock of 5

By Tina Aufiero, Venini

Located in Voorburg, NL

Very rare and highly sophisticated Murano Glass Wall Sconce produced in 1999 in Italy by Venini and designed by Tina Marie Aufiero in the early ‘90’s. The name of the lamp is called ...

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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Venini Lighting

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Stainless Steel

Venini Abat-Jour Bedside Table Light in Light Pink Glass
Venini Abat-Jour Bedside Table Light in Light Pink Glass

Venini Abat-Jour Bedside Table Light in Light Pink Glass

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Abat-Jour Bedside table lamp, designed and manufactured by Venini, features elliptical hand-blown elements crafted using the “balloton” technique. Dimensions: Ø 33 cm, H 60 cm.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Lighting

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Blown Glass

Pair of white glass pendants by Massimo Vignelli for Venini, 1950s
Pair of white glass pendants by Massimo Vignelli for Venini, 1950s

Pair of white glass pendants by Massimo Vignelli for Venini, 1950s

By Massimo Vignelli, Venini

Located in Rotterdam, NL

A pair of hand-blown white no. 011.11 glass pendants designed by Massimo Vignelli at the start of his impressive career in design and executed by Murano glass specialist Venini. It...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Glass

Venini Mappamondi Table Light in Red and Orange by Sandro Chia
Venini Mappamondi Table Light in Red and Orange by Sandro Chia

Venini Mappamondi Table Light in Red and Orange by Sandro Chia

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mappamondo Table lamp, designed by Sandro Chia and manufactured by Venini, is a table sculpture in handmade blown glass. Limited edition of 99 art pieces. Indoor use only. Dimensi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Venini Lighting

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Blown Glass

Poliedri Venini  ceiling lamp blue, 1960
Poliedri Venini  ceiling lamp blue, 1960

Poliedri Venini ceiling lamp blue, 1960

By Venini

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Venini Polyedri lamp. Suspension lamp from the Poliedri series, produced by Venini. The model is composed of multifaceted blown glass modules, combined to create an articulated and s...

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1970s Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Art Glass

Pair of Venini Patchwork Murano Glass Sconces
Pair of Venini Patchwork Murano Glass Sconces

Pair of Venini Patchwork Murano Glass Sconces

By Venini, Toni Zuccheri

Located in Red Lion, PA

Beautiful blue Italian Patchwork Murano Glass Sconces by Toni Zuccheri for Venini 1970s Set of 2

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1970s Vintage Venini Lighting

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Murano Glass

Lamp 831 in Orange by Ludovico Diaz de Santillana for Venini, Italy 1960s
Lamp 831 in Orange by Ludovico Diaz de Santillana for Venini, Italy 1960s

Lamp 831 in Orange by Ludovico Diaz de Santillana for Venini, Italy 1960s

By Ludovico Diaz de Santillana, Venini

Located in Hellouw, NL

Designed during a pivotal era for Venini, this ‘Model 831’ table lamp captures the innovation and clarity of vision that defined Ludovico Diaz de Santillana’s work. Created in the 19...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Venini Lighting

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Glass

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

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair of Murano Flush Mounts by Toni Zuccheri for Venini
Pair of Murano Flush Mounts by Toni Zuccheri for Venini

Pair of Murano Flush Mounts by Toni Zuccheri for Venini

By Venini, Toni Zuccheri

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Italian Murano flush mount or wall light with blue details / Made in Italy by Toni Zuccheri for Venini, circa 1960s Measures: width 8 inches, length 8 inches, height 5.5 inch...

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Venini Lighting

Materials

Metal

Set of 3 Murano Flush Mounts by Toni Zuccheri for Venini
Set of 3 Murano Flush Mounts by Toni Zuccheri for Venini

Set of 3 Murano Flush Mounts by Toni Zuccheri for Venini

By Venini, Toni Zuccheri

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Italian Murano flush mount or wall light with blue details / Made in Italy by Toni Zuccheri for Venini, circa 1960s Measures: width 16 inches, length 16 inches, height 5 inch...

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Venini Lighting

Materials

Metal

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.