Artist, designer and glass virtuoso Simone Crestani is a luminary in the world of glass art, combining time-honored tradition with innovative glassblowing techniques to create exquisite sculptures, vessels and modern objets d’art.
Born in 1984 in Marostica, near Venice, Crestani began working with glass at age 15 as an apprentice at the Massimo Lunardon glass factory. Following a 10-year apprenticeship, Crestani opened his atelier and studio in Camisano Vicentino in northern Italy in 2010.
Dedicated to research and exploring new glassblowing methods, Crestani has moved away from working with traditional Murano glass to borosilicate glass, using a specialized flameworking technique he calls “hollow sculpture.”
By using borosilicate glass, which is nearly unbreakable, Crestani can shape and mold his pieces with extraordinary detail. Nature inspires many of his works, such as his Serpentine barware, bird decanters, octopus-inspired Polpo pitchers, antler-topped Africa Trophy bottles, molecular Alchemica glassware line and beautiful candelabras adorned with roses. Other notable Crestani creations include his luminous E-Sumi wall sconces and table lamps, influenced by traditional Japanese sumi-e paintings.
Crestani has collaborated with leading designers such as Giordano Viganò, with whom he made several sculptural wood and glass tables, and Italian glass expert Roberto Giulio Rida for Bernd Goeckler Antiques’ Duetto collection. Among its pieces are the bonsai-like Avatar chandelier and the Scarabei mirror, with glass scarabs embedded in its circular frame.
Since 2006, Crestani’s works have been shown in solo and group exhibitions around the world, including PAD Paris, the Venice Biennale and Salon Art + Design in New York.
On 1stDibs, find a range of Simone Crestani serveware, decorative objects, lighting and more.
H 6 in W 11.25 in D 9.75 in
Licio Zanetti Murano Clear Glass Sculptural Bird Decorated Bowl, Signed
By Licio Zanetti
Located in Doylestown, PA
Hand-blown transparent Murano glass bird decorated bowl by Licio Zanetti, mid 20th century. This is a gorgeous work with two birds charmingly perched on the edge of a birdbath style...
Murano Glass, Blown Glass
H 7 in W 15.5 in D 13 in
Vintage Barbini Murano Glass Bird Bath Bowl
By Barbini
Located in North Miami, FL
This extraordinary and beautiful large bowl by Barbini is adorned by a delicate bird, leaning on the edge of the bird bath. A wonderful centerpiece or fruit bowl.
Murano Glass
H 2.36 in Dm 7.09 in
Mid-Century Swedish Glass Bowl with Bird Design from Kosta Boda, 1960s
By Kosta Boda
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Swedish Glass Bowl with Bird Design from Kosta Boda, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs, design...
Glass
H 3.75 in Dm 9.3 in
Lalique France, "Finches" Bowl, 1980s
By Lalique
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful "Finches" model bowl by the Lalique France manufacture, France 1980s, signed and manufacture sticker. In excellent condition. Dimensions in cm ( H x D ) : 9.5 x 23.6 Se...
Crystal
Daum Crystal, France, Contemporary "Birds Of Paradise" Bowl
By Daum
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Daum crystal, France, Contemporary "Birds Of Paradise" Bowl Signed Daum France and numbered 81. 9 inches by 8 inches.
Glass
H 5.71 in W 6.5 in D 3.75 in
Vintage Art Glass Bowl by Flavio Poli for Seguso Murano 1940s
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Flavio Poli
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Art Glass Bowl by Flavio Poli for Seguso Murano 1940s An rare art glass bowl in the shape of a shell, designed by Flavio Poli and manufactured by Seguso Vetri D'Arte Murano ...
Art Glass
H 3.94 in Dm 3.94 in
Eden Mouthblown Glass Bowl with Spoon by Caia Leifsdotter
Located in Geneve, CH
Eden Mouthblown Glass Bowl with Spoon by Caia Leifsdotter Dimensions: D 10 x H 10 cm Materials: Mouthblown glass. Every piece is unique with a small variation in size. The Eden bow...
Blown Glass
H 3.94 in W 5.32 in D 2.17 in
Small Murano Bird
Located in Asaa, DK
Small Murano bird Italian vintage glass bird figurine from Murano with intricate patterns. Very good condition, no chips or cracks.
Murano Glass
H 11.03 in W 5.91 in D 3.15 in
Mid-century murano glass bird, 1970’s
Located in Delft, NL
Mid-century murano glass bird, 1970’s
Glass
H 14.18 in W 11.42 in D 15.75 in
Murano Glass Bird by Zanetti, Filigrana Zanfirico, Italy 1970s
By Zanetti Murano
Located in BARCELONA, ES
A striking Murano art glass bird sculpture by Zanetti, Italy, circa 1970s. The piece is hand-blown in clear crystal with intricate internal white filigrana (zanfirico) canes that fl...
Murano Glass
