Murano Glass Animal Sculptures

This refined Murano glass fish sculpture, crafted by Seguso Vetri d’Arte, embodies the elegance and craftsmanship that made the Seguso name one of the most celebrated in Venetian gla...

This charming Murano glass bull sculpture exemplifies the creativity and craftsmanship of Venetian glassmaking in the mid-20th century. Small in scale but striking in presence, the p...

This exceptional Murano glass sculpture, attributed to Antonio Da Ros for Cenedese, represents the playful yet refined spirit of Italian mid-century glassmaking. Crafted in the styli...

Italian Mid-Century Murano Art Glass Bird Pheasant Sculpture Bird 1960s. Vintage Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano hand blown glass bird sculpture...

Vincenzo Nason & C. Murano, Italy, 1970s-1980s. This fish is made in Murano glass and features its original label. It is a vintage piece, therefore it might show slight traces of use...

Very impressive, hand made and mouth blown in Italy, Murano art glass sommerso figure or sculpture of a dolphin in a very vibrant cobalt blue color with fading green accents, clear fin and head. The word "sommerso" means submerged which involves submerging a blown glass article in a crystal clear molten glass of a different color. This technique was started in the 1930's by Carlo Scarpa. Murano sculptures with color are twice as expensive and more sought after than the all clear ones because the technique of doing so can only be done by a very experienced master glass blower. This is a very large and stately art glass sea life sculpture...

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.  Carlo Scarpa (2 June 1906 – 28 N...

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...

This Pair of whimsical vintage Murano glass Rabbit figurines is a very rare find for collectors and enthusiasts alike. The exquisite design features adorable bunnies shapes crafted f...

Stunning vintage blue and green sommerso art glass elephant sculpture by Murano glass, circa 1970s. The sculpture is in very good condition with no chips or cracks (light scratches o...

Sculpture in Murano glass, blue Shark with crystal details, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 23 cm x H 42 cm x D 23 cm ( L 9.0" x H 16.5" x D 9.0") We recently came across the untouche...

Cenedese Antonio Da Ros. Museum collection. Petrol brown buffalot. A real museum piece. Provenience: The piece was part of the private museum collection (sample collection) from the...

Flavio Poli bull Murano glass, 1950, Italy.

Incredible couple of cats in Murano glass by Barovier&Toso 1948 "zebreto oro" circa 1948

Rare Venetian blown glass push and pull door handles from a hotel in Venice late 1940's, by Alfredo Barbini (1912-2007) for Vitreria Gino Cenedese, Italy. Polar bears climbing on geometric glaciers set in clear and opaque glass block set with brass mounts. One white and gold ice bear...

Flavio Poli (1900-1984), 'Moon fish', 1954/1981 model no. 9824 sommerso glass executed by Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Murano, Italy 22 x 23 x 4 cm signed on the underside 'SVD'A Albarelli 1...

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...

"Falling man I" Formia Murano Hand-Blown Glass Sculpture – Rare Pink Human Figure on black glass Base This exceptional sculpture is one of two unique and distinct pieces created usi...

"Falling man II" Unique Italian Modernist Art Glass Figure Formia Murano Hand-Blown Glass Sculpture – Rare Pink Human Figure on black Base. This exceptional sculpture is one of two...

Sculpture inspired to the "Commedia dell'Arte" in Grey and Crystal Murano glass, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 12 cm x H 38 cm x D 12 cm ( L 4.7" x H 14.9" x D 4.7") We recently cam...

This captivating pair of Murano glass sculptures depicts a dancing couple frozen in motion—an ode to flamenco and gypsy tradition, interpreted through the mastery of Venetian glassma...

This captivating pair of Murano glass sculptures depicts a dancing couple frozen in motion—an ode to flamenco and gypsy tradition, interpreted through the mastery of Venetian glassma...

Elegant Murano glass sculpture depicting a stylized duck, handcrafted in Italy using the fenicio technique. This particular piece features a refined combination of milky white opalin...

Turkey Sculpture in Grey and Crystal Murano glass, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 14 cm x H 38 cm x D 14 cm ( L 5.5" x H 14.9" x D 5.5") We recently came across the untouched invento...

Bird Sculpture in Grey and Crystal Murano glass, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 28 cm x H 32 cm x D 28 cm ( L 11.0" x H 12.5" x D 11.0") We recently came across the untouched invento...

Artistic Sculpture in Pink Murano glass with crystal details, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 13 cm x H 30 cm x D 13 cm ( L 5.1" x H 11.8" x D 5.1") We recently came across the untouc...

Swan Sculpture in Crystal Murano glass with crystal base, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 13 cm x H 32 cm x D 13 cm ( L 5.1" x H 12.5" x D 5.1") We recently came across the untouched ...

Duckling Sculpture in Blue Murano glass with crystal base, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 11 cm x H 25 cm x D 11 cm ( L 4.3" x H 9.8" x D 4.3") We recently came across the untouched ...

Rooster Sculpture in White Murano glass with red details, Italy in stock. Ideal for collectors, unique occasion to find such a rich range of original Murano glass! Dimensions: L 13 ...

Hummingbird Sculpture in Amber Murano glass with Crystal base, Italy in stock Ideal for collectors, unique occasion to find such a rich range of original Murano glass! Dimensions: L...

Parrot Sculpture in Blue Murano glass with golden details, Italy in stock Ideal for collectors, unique occasion to find such a rich range of original Murano glass! Dimensions: L 16 ...

Parrot Sculpture in Green Murano glass with crystal base, Italy in stock Ideal for collector, unique occasion to find such a rich range of original Murano glass! Dimensions: L 15 cm...

Parrot Sculpture in Amber Murano glass with crystal base, Italy in stock Ideal for collector, unique occasion to find such a rich range of original Murano glass! Dimensions: L 12 cm...

Stylized Bird Sculpture in Amber Murano glass, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 25 cm x H 23 cm x D 25 cm ( L 9.8" x H 9.0" x D 9.8") We recently came across the untouched inventory of...

Toucan Sculpture in Grey Murano glass with Crystal details, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 15 cm x H 20 cm x D 15 cm ( L 5.9" x H 7.8" x D 5.9") We recently came across the untouche...

Duckling Sculpture in Turquoise and Gold Murano glass , Italy in stock Dimensions: L 14 cm x H 20 cm x D 14 cm ( L 5.5" x H 7.8" x D 5.5") We recently came across the untouched inv...

Impressive in size and shape, this two-tone, black and rich pink, shell bowl or vase or vessel has turned down sides and retains its original sticker. As seen in the images, it conta...

Sculpture in Murano glass, white Dolphin with crystal details, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 34 cm x H 44 cm x D 34 cm ( L 13.3" x H 17.3" x D 13.3") We recently came across the unt...

Sculpture in Murano glass, grey Dolphin with crystal details, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 22 cm x H 28 cm x D 22 cm ( L 8.6" x H 11.0" x D 8.6") We recently came across the untouc...

Sculpture in Murano glass, grey Dolphin with crystal details, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 22 cm x H 28 cm x D 22 cm ( L 8.6" x H 11.0" x D 8.6") We recently came across the untouc...

Sculpture in Murano glass, pink Dolphin with crystal details, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 15 cm x H 40 cm x D 15 cm ( L 5.9" x H 15.7" x D 5.9") We recently came across the untouc...

Unique Eel Sculpture in Crystal Murano glass with Black decorations, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 30 cm x H 8 cm x D 30 cm ( L 11.8" x H 3.1" x D 11.8") We recently came across the...

Shark Sculpture in Crystal Murano glass with shades of blue, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 23 cm x H 43 cm x D 23cm ( L 9.0" x H 16.9" x D 9.0") We recently came across the untouche...

Shark Sculpture in Black Murano glass with Silver details, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 21 cm x H 33 cm x D 21 cm ( L 8.2" x H 12.9" x D 8.2") We recently came across the untouched...

Dolphin Sculpture in blue and crystal Murano glass, crystal base, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 22 cm x H 34 cm x D 22 cm ( L 8.6" x H 13.3" x D 8.6") We recently came across the un...

Fish Sculpture in red Murano glass with crystal details, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 50 cm x H 23 cm x D 23 cm ( L 19.6" x H 9.0" x D 9.0") We recently came across the untouched i...

Sculpture in Murano glass, green Swordfish with crystal details, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 27 cm x H 40 cm x D 27 cm ( L 10.6" x H 15.7" x D 10.6") We recently came across the u...

Fish Sculpture in amethyst, blue and orange Murano glass, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 28 cm x H 33 cm x D 28 cm ( L 11.0" x H 12.9" x D 11.0") We recently came across the untouche...

Swordfish Sculpture in Pink and Crystal Murano glass, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 25 cm x H 36 cm x D 25 cm ( L 9.8" x H 14.1" x D 9.8") We rece...

Swordfish Sculpture in Blue and Crystal Murano glass, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 27 cm x H 44 cm x D 27 cm ( L 10.6" x H 17.3" x D 10.6") We re...

Hand blown sculptural bowl in the form of a tropical conch shell with sea crab applied in clear glass merging into tones of green, brown and deep red with gold inclusions, by to Alfr...

The transparent and red Murano glass sculpture, with gold glass insertions, depicts a subject from the animal kingdom, specifically a lobster. The object was made pincer forged and i...

Beautifully crafted sculpture by Licio Zanetti, circa 1960s. The condition of the glass is clean, sharp and clear with no scratches. This sculpture is ice like and fluid. The quality...

Classically shaped oval bowl is a master class of technique and elegance, designed by Ercole Barovier (1889-1974) circa 1948 for Barovier, Toso & Co. It has an edging of white on the...

Swan Sculpture in Pink Murano glass with Crystal details, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 23 cm x H 27 cm x D 7 cm ( L 9.0" x H 10.6" x D 2.7") We recently came across the untouched i...

'MAIALINO', MODEL NO. 2485 NAPOLEONE MARTINUZZI for Venini 1928 Lightly iridescent hand-blown and applied 'pulegoso' glass.Height 17, length 27cm LITERATURE Compare Anna Venini ...

This great pair of white Murano glass bird sculptures is probably designed by Livio Seguso for Seguso Arte Vetro in the early 1970s. Both abstracted birds are in mint condition and ...

Very impressive, expertly hand made and mouth blown in Italy, Murano art glass sculpture captures the beauty of a dolphin balancing on a clear ball or sphere. The artist added 24 karat gold to create the gold flecks through the sculptures body. Only his fins, tail and mouth are clear. Sculptures with added elements are twice as expensive and more sought after than the all clear ones because the technique of doing so can only be done by a very experienced glass blower. This is a very large and stately art glass sea life sculpture...

8" Murano Glass Clear Cased Silver Leaf Bird Sculpture, labeled, Oball likely . Very nice vintage condition. This bird is approximately 8.5 x 4 x 3.5 inches. We cannot make out muc...

Seguso Iridescent Murano glass duck from the 1950s midcentury.