Mid Century Murano glass lamps by Vistosi - a pair
About the Item
- Creator:Vistosi (Manufacturer, Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 23.23 in (59 cm)Diameter: 8.67 in (22 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Power Source:Plug-in
- Voltage:110-150v
- Lampshade:Not Included
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1980-1989
- Date of Manufacture:1980
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Excellent condition.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:
Vistosi
Demonstrative of a unique marriage between artistry and technical excellence, Vistosi lighting fixtures were born from a rich Italian glassmaking tradition. The prolific glass manufacturer came to prominence after World War II for its modernist lighting designs, and today Vistosi is known for opulent chandeliers, lamps and sconces.
The history of Vistosi reaches as far back as 1640, when the Gazzabin family of Murano opened a furnace for producing Murano glass art. "Vistoso," which was originally a nickname, became part of the family's surname and eventually the name “Vistosi” was used to refer to the family’s glass creations.
Vistosi would be recognized by the glassmakers’ guild in Murano during the late 18th century — with Gio-Batta Vistosi becoming head of the guild — but Napoleon dissolved the Venetian state and closed the region’s glass factories by 1807. The modern iteration of the Vistosi company was founded in Murano in 1945 by Guglielmo Vistosi, a Gazzabin family heir.
During the 1950s, Vistosi's grandchildren, Gino and Luciano Vistosi, began specializing in lighting. In the 1960s and ‘70s, the company worked with renowned Italian furniture designers like Adalberto Dal Lago, Ettore Sottsass and Gae Aulenti. One of Vistosi's most famous collaborations was with Italian architect and designer Angelo Mangiarotti. In 1967, Mangiarotti designed a modular crystal-hook lighting system called Giogali that has enjoyed popularity and acclaim to this day.
In 1989, Vistosi was taken over by businessman Giancarlo Moretti, who had an extensive background in the lighting industry. Moretti's son, Matteo Moretti, reinvigorated the business with a series of new design collaborations in 1993. Some of the most notable partnerships included Chiaramonte and Marin, Mauro Olivieri and Michele De Lucchi.
Vistosi has participated in every Euroluce showcase since the lighting exhibition began in 1976. In 2005, the company won the ADI Design Index award for Mangiarotti's Giogali system. In 2007, Vistosi won the Eurispes award and participated in a Compasso d'Oro competition.
Today, Vistosi is still a leader in the lighting industry, shifting to LED and creating new types of lead-free crystal glass for its stunning range of lighting fixtures.
Find a collection of vintage Vistosi lighting and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Verfeil, France
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 3 days of delivery.
- Mid Century Blue Murano Glass Lamps - a PairBy SegusoLocated in Dallas, TXPair of large Mid Century Modern sky blue Murano glass lamps, Italy 1970, attributed to Seguso. The pair of vintage lamps are handmade in a thick and heavy Murano glass. The glass is...Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
MaterialsMurano Glass
- Pair of Mid Century Modern Silver Murano glass Table LampsBy VeniniLocated in Dallas, TXTall pair of Mid-Century Modern Murano glass table lamps, in the manner of Venini, Italy 1970s. The pair of table lamps have a cylindrical shape and are made of a heavy plain Murano ...Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
MaterialsChrome
- Mid-Century Murano Glass Table Lamp, ItalyLocated in Dallas, TXMid-Century Modern Murano glass single table lamp, Italy 1980s. The Italian Table Lamp is made of black and Pulegoso white ribbed frosted Murano glass, with a central honey color Mur...Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
MaterialsMurano Glass
- Murano glass table lamps - a pairBy Barovier&TosoLocated in Dallas, TXPair of Murano glass Mid Century table lamps, Barovier style, Italy 1970s. The Italian lamps are made of brass and clear handmade Murano glass balls. Each Murano glass sphere is 3.95...Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
MaterialsBrass
- Pair of Murano Glass Table LampsBy VeniniLocated in Dallas, TXPair of large Mid-Century Modern Murano glass table lamps, Venini style and quality. Italy 1960s. The neoclassical style lamps are entirely made of Murano glass: a black opaque Muran...Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
MaterialsMurano Glass
- Blue Murano glass lamps Italy - a pairBy SegusoLocated in Dallas, TXPair of Blue Murano glass Mid-Century Modern lamps, Seguso style Italy 1980s. The neoclassical large table lamps are made of a light blue color Murano glass with clear-gold accents a...Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
MaterialsBrass
- Murano Glass Table Lamp by VistosiBy VistosiLocated in Antwerp, BEItalian Murano glass table lamp by Gino Vistosi.Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
MaterialsMetal
- Mid-Century Modern Glass Table Lamp by VistosiBy VistosiLocated in London, GBRare large glass table lamp with unusual glass decorative details. The original glass label from Vistosi is on the base. The top lifts off from the blue glass base to change the bulb...Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
MaterialsGlass
- Vistosi Murano glass table lampBy VistosiLocated in London, GBVistosi Murano red and white glass table lamp.Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
MaterialsMurano Glass
- Purple Murano Blown Glass Lamp by Vistosi, 1970sBy VistosiLocated in New York, NYVistosi Rare sculptural purple Murano blown glass lamp by Vistosi, with Murano and Vistosi labels Italy, 1970s. Dimensions: 17 H x 12 Ø. Rewire...Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
MaterialsBlown Glass
- Italian Murano Vistosi Striped Glass Table LampBy VistosiLocated in New York, NYItalian Post-War Design 1970s Venetian Murano clear glass shade table lamp with white stripe design mounted on a ebonized base. Original Murano label (VISTOSI)Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
MaterialsMurano Glass, Wood
- Pair of Vistosi Orsera Italian Murano Glass Table Lamps, 1970sBy VistosiLocated in Paris, IDFThis pair of Italian Murano glass table lamps, named Orsera, were designed and produced by Vistosi in the 1970s. They feature a beautiful white opaline glass piece with a clear yello...Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
MaterialsMurano Glass
