Murano Glass Decorative Objects

Beautiful midcentury hand blown artistic Murano glass rabbit sculpture with golden dots. This fantastic object was designed by Archimede Seguso and...

Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown white and gold flecks Italian art glass heart shaped bowl. Documented to the Barovier e Toso company. The bowl has a decorative optic swirl design...

Venetian Gold Enamel Murano Glass BonBonier with Lid A lovely mid century piece luxurious Gold on Amber Glass, with tiny flowers in relief The Dish is 7” in diameter and 7” high an...

For your consideration, a Murano art glass ball -paperweight with controlled bubble, designed and signed by Renato Anatra. Mid-century period, ITALY. Dimensions: 3.5" H x 3.75" diam...

Murano glass vase, Seguso model Conditions: Good Materials: Glass Era: 1970 Measurements: 26x26x47 cm

Murano We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'View All From Seller'. And you can see more objects to the style for sale. Salviati & C Measures: Violet : 33 long x 10 high x 5.5 depth Green: 30 long x 9 high x 5.5 depth The lawyer Antonio Salviati and his dream In 1859 in his premises at Number 731 of Dorsoduro, Venice the “Salviati Dott. Antonio fu Bartolomeo” company was established. This is when, Vicenza-born lawyer Antonio Salviati started the entrepreneurial career, moved by a passion for the precious mosaics of the Basilica of San Marco and fascinated by Murano glass art, he decided to start-up his own production of mosaics and objects in Murano glass. An ambitious and far-sighted goal pushed him along this path: to revive the fate of Murano glass production that has been fallen for decades. A challenge which finds the maximum support from two fundamental figures in the history of Murano glass: the mayor of the island, Antonio Colleoni, and the Abbot Vincenzo Zanetti, founder of the glass museum and of the first art school for glass masters. The first successes and international investments The launchpad was the “First Glassmakers’ Exhibition” in 1864 in which Salviati participated with a monumental mosaic that earns him a prize superior to the Gold Medal. The success achieved affirmed the credibility of the Company which thus started its glass production in Palazzo da Mula. The new corporate and productive reality needed investors and the lawyer started to internationalise the company by addressing the economic and financial market across the Channel. The UK immediately showed huge interest in Salviati’s mosaics – as testified by the mosaic that can be seen on the façade of the current Apple Store in Regent Street, London. It was also in London, on 21st December 1866, that the “Società Anonima per Azioni Salviati & C.” was established with the support of diplomat Sir Austen Henry Layard and historian William Drake. The new corporate set-up was further established with the purchase of a new headquarter, this time on the Riva dei Vetrai in Murano. The universal show of Paris in 1867 celebrated the relaunch project of Antonio Salviati “Venice owes a debt of gratitude to the knight Salviati in the resurgence for one of the most legitimately famous of its industries”. From Esposizione Illustrata di Parigi, 1867 pg. 275. “Venice and Italy have gain huge success in the Universal Exhibition. The resurgence of one of the city’s most famous industries is consecrated in this very occasion by the gold medal awarded by the jury to Mr Salviati […] the crowd […] is gathering around the display cases that hold those pieces of glass that are so transparent and so light as to appear like woven air, impregnated, when in their elegant forms that become rainbows of those iridescent reflections that cover them at the artist’s whim – the author of a real ray of sunshine from the beautiful and splendid Venice”. From Esposizione Illustrata di Parigi, 1867 pg. 311 The fundamental role of training in murano glass Training plays a fundamental role for the Company; attendance at the Art School was made compulsory for “[…] all the young workers of the Factory who don’t only tire themselves in manual work. This was established with the idea not only to lift their dignity and their initially limited aspirations, […] but also to improve their artistic education and thereby facilitate an improvement also in their economic situation”. Together with the art school, a free school was also set up to teach all employees to read and write. Diversification in production and made-to-measure projects In a short time, Salviati & C. diversified its production to include glasses, cups, amphoras, and vials which guaranteed the first prize in the universal exhibition for three consecutive years. Its mosaic production also flourished, being used in world-class projects: from the Houses of Parliament in London, to the Viceroy’s palace in Alessandria in Egypt, to the Opera House of Paris, including the private homes of wealthy New York personality. The entire 19th century for Salviati & C. was represented by development, success and fame in the national and international markets, and the Company became a symbol and reference point of Murano glass art throughout the world. The Salviati legacy at the turn of the century On the death of Antonio Salviati in 1890, first his three children followed one another at the helm of the company and then Maurizio Camerino, previously general manager. It was thanks to him that the decorative mosaic project of the Stanford Memorial Church in Palo Alto (California, USA) took place after 12 years of work. As well as the opening of a sales point in Via Montenapoleone in Milan and the institution of a museum collection of Murano glass from the 19th and 20th centuries. The post-war years, biennials and lighting After Maurizio Camerino’s death in 1931, his three children took over the helm of the company: its solid foundations allowed them to strive for new important goals in the art world, participating in the Biennials of 1932 and 1934. Not even the Second World War could tarnish the strength of the Salviati brand: in the post-war years Renzo Camerino renewed the ruined production headquarter and enthusiastically restored all his commercial contacts. Thanks to his grandson Renzo Tedeschi (newly graduated in Engineering at the Polytechnic of Turin and upon his return from an apprenticeship in the United States), Salviati launched its production in lighting appliances. The following years saw intense growth in the number of collaborations with renowned artists and designers. In 1959, the production site was moved to Fondamenta Radi 16, where it still stands today. The great lighting projects The larger production area allowed the company to further expand the international market in the field of architectural lighting. A number of projects were undertaken, such as the 9-tonne, 22-metres high chandelier in the Chamber of Commerce in Parma, the ceiling illumination in the premises of the World Intellectual Property Organisation in Geneva and the Kowloon Hotel in Hong Kong; not to mention the sound-absorbing windows of the Aula Nervi in the Vatican and the lighting system of the great honour hall of the Philippine Plaza Hotel in Manila in collaboration with architect John Marsteller. The reputation of Salviati & C. was further affirmed by the commission – after an international call for bids – for twelve 11-metre high chandeliers for the Tonhalle concert hall in Dusseldorf, made using an innovative system of modular glass elements – “LS- System” – one of the today company’s cornerstones. Salviati from the modern age to the present The story of Salviati continues in the modern era, keeping the focus on creating an innovative style that had distinguished it since its inception. Participation in international exhibitions increased, such as the Venice Biennials from 1958 to 1972 (the final year in which Murano glass was allowed) thanks to projects by designers of the calibre of Betha and Teff Sarasin, Claire Falkestein, and Luciano Gaspari. In 1962 Salviati was awarded with the highest recognition in the Design world, the “Compasso d’Oro” prize assigned by A.D.I. for the Marco vase designed by architect Sergio Asti. In 1965 the company changed its name to Salviati & C. s.p.a.; then it was purchased by the Gruppo Ferruzzi in 1987 which later on it was transferred to a French company. Since 2015 the company returned to be Venetian with the acquisition by the Umana group. Salviati and its designers Salviati’s designers: Luciano Gaspari, Sergio Asti (Compasso d’Oro 1962), Claire Falkenstein, Ward Bennet, Teff and Betha Sarasin, Ingo Maurer, Ross Lovegrove, Amanda Levete, Tom Dixon, Nigel Coates, Thomas Heatherwick, Luca Nichetto, Ben Gorham...

Beautiful and very cute Murano hand blown Sommerso red, orange to clear Italian art glass bunny rabbit sculpture / figurine. Documented to the Cenedese...

This elegant picture frame, in the style of Barovier & Toso, is a beautiful example of 1990s Murano glass and Art Deco-inspired design. The frame features a thick, clear Murano glass...

This elegant picture frame, in the style of Barovier & Toso, is a beautiful example of 1990s Murano glass and Art Deco-inspired design. The frame features a thick, clear Murano glass...

Murano glass vase in rich orange and red trim accent digned to bottom Seguso Viro Murano vase.

Ercole Barovier (1889-1974), vase model 'Lenti', ca. 1940 transparent and blue glass with gold inclusions produced by Barovier & Toso, Murano, Italy 25 cm (height) not signed very go...

Made of Murano glass, dark blue tones, this vase of considerable thickness is an Italian production of the 60s. Spherical shape, with a flat circular mouth. Please watch the video an...

Franco Lapini exquisite seal sculpture is made entirely of metal plated in silver and its surface is lightly textured to give it an organic feel, the purple Murano glass gracing a st...

Murano glass vase sommerso designed by Flavio Poli. Italy, 1960s. Height: 32cm Length:14cm Width: 5cm Flavio Poli (1900-1984) was an Italian designer and artist famous for his work...

This well scaled and materially exquisite Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Glass Vase W/ 24Karat white Gold Flecks originates from Italy during the 21st Century. With a reserved profile b...

Elegant Italian Murano Sommerso glass votive vase signed "SKL". The Art Deco Murano Spherical Sommerso Stylish glass is mesmorizing. The striking color of sea green blends with blue...

Article: Murano glass bowl, ashtray element Origin: Murano, Italy Decade: 1970s This original vintage glass bowl element, ash tray was produced in the 1970s in Murano, Ital...

Seguso Centerpiece

Incredible Murano glass with gold elephant attributed to BARBINI circa 1950.

Murano glass pair of candlesticks with "avventurina" glass columns and rings, deep amber tops and bases signed Davide Dona Murano.

Spring, with its light wind, scatters murrine on the plate as if it were a dance of flowers. Designed by Paolo Cappello, this dish uses the "millefiori murrine glass" technique, whic...

Delightful Murano glass tall stoppered decanter by Antonio da Ros. Large sommerso glass vase with the original 'Venetian Art Glass' silver foil label. The stopper alone measures 32c...

ERCOLE BAROVIER . Production Barovier & Toso, Murano, Italy ca. 1964. Vase from the “Efeso” series in blown glass of ice color obtained with the hot coloring technique without fusio...

Andrea Branzi orange canaries basket #7, fused glass sculpture, 2008. Orange canaries basket fused glass and acrylic Measures: 22¼ H × 12½ W × 7...

Ermanno Nason (1928-2013), unique glass sculpture of a Chinese flute player, ca. 1963 jade glass executed by Ermanno Nason 39 cm (height), ca. 2.5 kg (ne...

Large snow white Murano flower vase By Barovier e Toso. Italy, 1970s. Signed Barovier Toso Murano and with original label. Hard to find. We have sp...

La leggera brezza primaverile disperde le murrine sul piatto in una delicata coreografia. This Murano glass plate signed by designer Paolo Cappello is made using the "millefiori murr...

This listing features a Murano glass dolphin sitting on top of a clear glass sphere. While the sculpture is mostly transparent, the beautiful blue glass over the dolphin's back adds ...

Vintage Pink Murano Glass Block Vase from Cesare Toso, Murano Venezia, Italy, in Very Good conditions.

Murano Art Glass 'Spira Aurata Striato Vase' by Ercole Barovier, Barovier e Toso, Italy, 1966. Spira Aurata series oval-section conical vase in blown glass with polychrome garnet, r...

Exquisite Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Sculpture by Giovanni Dalla Fina, 1990s This magnificent Murano glass sculpture is a striking example of Mid-Century Modern design, created...

Incredible and large Archimede Seguso Murano glass rubino oro "Retorto a coste" circa 1950 vase.

Eurytmia vase by Paolo Marcolongo Dimensions: 15.7 x 16.2 x H 42 cm Materials: Murano glass and iron. Paolo Marcolongo was born in Padua in 1956, he attended the Art High Sc...

This stunning hand-blown Italian Art glass vase was designed by acclaimed Italian designer Venini in Murano. The rare piece was crafted in Italy circa 1970. The extra-tall sculptural...

Decorative and meticulously crafted in Murano glass, this bowl boasts a distinctive leaf shape and substantial weight. The interplay of red and clear glass forms a harmonious blend, ...

Large brutalist hand-blown murano glass vase from the 60s. Stylized and organic body, manufactured by the process in which the piece is bathed in small fragments of glass that end up...

Stunning 1970s Modern Green and Brown Sommerso Murano Glass Vase by Seguso This exquisite vase is a true testament to the innovative techniques of Seguso from the 1970s. This piece s...

Article: Murano glass bowl, ashtray element Producer: Barovier and Toso Origin: Murano, Italy Decade: 1970s This original vintage glass bowl element, ash tray was produc...

Cenedese rare bright yellow vintage midcentury Murano glass vase or vessel, made in Venice, Italy, circa 1970-1990. Particularly striking is the form and large size, this vessel has all the characteristics of hand thrown pottery with the unmistakable look and feel of glass. A fun, funky and bright way to add a touch of bold color / color to your interior, imagine glass like this on open, white...

This remarkable mid-century modernist Murano glass bird sculpture represents the enduring artistry of Luciano Gaspari, one of Italy's most renowned 20th-century designers, created fo...

Murano We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'V...

CLEARANCE SALE MCM Murano Glass Vide-Poche, Bullicante (controlled bubbles) & Aventurine If you like shimmer, you'll love this piece with its generous...

Italian studio art glass, modernist set of 2 "Avec Grass" vases. Designed by Paola Navone and crafted by Simone Cenedese, the glass vases are realized by Arcade's glass masters in Mu...

Universally regarded as one of the most prolific and capable designers of Murano glass vases and objects at large, Flavio Poli teamed up with some of the most influential and skilled...

Article: Murano glass bowl, ashtray element Origin: Murano, Italy Decade: 1970s This original glass shell bowl was produced in the 1970s in Murano, Italy. An ...

Fantastic pair of mouth-blown bird sculptures in pink Murano glass. These delightful bird are signed on the bottom by A. Seguso and were produced in Murano, Italy in the 1960s. Th...

Experience the captivating scent of Stories of Italy Flora candle, reminiscent of strolling through an Italian garden. Its enchanting bouquet of floral notes invigorates your senses,...

A vintage set of dark-lilac Mid-Century Modern Italian vases made of hand blown colored, smoked Murano glass in good condition. The tall vase and the round one were designed by Luigi...

A vibrant Murano Sommerso vase in ruby red and crystal, its five sculptural lobes capturing light with dramatic elegance. Striking handblown Murano glass vase in deep ruby red with ...

Flow is a collection of one of a kind, hand blown Murano glass vases. They have been designed by Spinzi, and crafted together with the skilled artisans of the small island near Venic...

This large unique Murano glass vase was made using the "Ghiachciato" technique, that gives the surface of the glass an irregular crackled appearance. The effect is created by submerg...

Immerse yourself in the exquisite fragrance of Stories of Italy Ruby scented candle. With delicate notes of talcum powder, alluring jasmine, and roman...

Abstract fish sculpture by Sergio Costantini for Vetro Artistico Murano with, blue, yellow and brown accents on clear Murano glass. Made in Italy, 20th century. Includes the artist's...

Description: A magnificent example of Murano's glassmaking excellence, this large ashtray or emptier embodies the elegance and craftsmanship of mid-20th-century Italian design. Flav...

Empoli Florence Italy Textured Vase Pattern Typical decors from the glass factories of Florence, Italy, collectively known as Empoli. Decorative glass. The city of Empoli is locat...

ARCHIMEDE SEGUSO circa 1950 "Retorto Vase" in Murano Glass.

A breathtaking fusion of art and alchemy, this hand-blown Murano globe vase in deep amethyst transforms light and shadow into sculpture. Meticulously faceted like a gemstone, its sph...

A unique 'Finestre Rosse' vase, 2001 by Yoichi Ohira Italy, 2001 hand-blown glass canes with powder and grain inserts 27 x 15 cm Excellent condition This unique work was executed b...

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...

Murano The sommerso technique was originally developed in the 1930's by Carlo Scarpa at Venini & Co. Sommerso (Italian for "submerged") is the Murano glassmaking technique of creati...