The history of Venetian and Murano glass dates back over 1,000 years. Venice was an important center for glassmaking in the Middle Ages, and by the 13th century, the city had established itself as the leading producer of glass in Europe.

During the Renaissance, the art of Venetian glassmaking reached its peak, with artisans producing some of the most exquisite glassware in the world. One of the most important innovations of this time was the development of cristallo, a type of clear glass that was almost as transparent as crystal. Cristallo was prized for its clarity and brilliance, and it quickly became a symbol of wealth and luxury.

In the 16th century, Venetian glassmakers faced a challenge when the city passed a law requiring all glass furnaces to be moved to the island of Murano. The law was passed in response to the risk of fire, which was high more...

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A Murano glass float bowl by Vistosi, Italian, 1980's, in a…

Murano Green Glass Float Bowl by Vistosi

A Murano glass float bowl by Vistosi, Italian, 1980's, in a translucent dark green, gilded trade and makers label to base, 9 cm high, 27 cm wide

Alessandro Pianon (Italian, 1931-1964) Pulcino glass sculpture,…

Vistosi Glass Chick Sculpture by Pianon

Alessandro Pianon (Italian, 1931-1964) Pulcino glass sculpture, c. 1960, for Vistosi, 'U' shape green glass body, with internal applied murrine in blue and red, with millefiori glass eyes, raised on copper wire feet, retains original label 'Made in Italy…

Alessandro Pianon (Italian, 1931-1964) Pulcino glass sculpture,…

Blue Glass Chick Sculpture with Millefiori Eyes

Alessandro Pianon (Italian, 1931-1964) Pulcino glass sculpture, c. 1960, for Vistosi, the oval shape blue glass body internally decorated, with millefiori glass eyes, on copper wire feet

Alessandro Pianon (Italian, 1931-1964), Pulcino glass sculpture,…

Pulcino Glass Sculpture by Alessandro Pianon

Alessandro Pianon (Italian, 1931-1964), Pulcino glass sculpture, c. 1960, for Vistosi, 'U' shape green glass body, with internal applied murrines in blue and red, with millefiori glass eyes, raised on copper wire feet, height 31 cm

Alessandro Pianon (Italian, 1931-1964), Pulcino glass sculpture,…

Vistosi Pulcino Glass Sculpture, 1960

Alessandro Pianon (Italian, 1931-1964), Pulcino glass sculpture, c. 1960, for Vistosi, 'U' shape green glass body, with internal applied murrines in blue and red, with millefiori glass eyes, raised on copper wire feet, retains original Vistosi label,…

Alessandro Pianon (Italian, 1931-1964), Pulcino Glass Sculpture,…

Pulcino Glass Sculpture by Alessandro Pianon for Vistosi

Alessandro Pianon (Italian, 1931-1964), Pulcino Glass Sculpture, c. 1960, for Vistosi, square shape olive green glass body, with internal applied murrines in blue and orange, with millefiori glass eyes, raised up on copper wire feet, one eye possibly…

Alessandro Pianon (Italian, 1931-1964), Pulcino Glass Sculpture,…

Pulcino Glass Sculpture by Alessandro Pianon

Alessandro Pianon (Italian, 1931-1964), Pulcino Glass Sculpture, c. 1960, for Vistosi, ball shape orange glass body, with millefiori glass eyes, raised up on copper wire feet, minor chip to beak, height 21 cm

Alessandro Pianon (Italian, 1931-1964), Pulcino Glass Sculpture,…

Pulcino Glass Sculpture by Alessandro Pianon

Alessandro Pianon (Italian, 1931-1964), Pulcino Glass Sculpture, c. 1960, for Vistosi, the oval shape blue glass body decorated with orange stripes, with millefiori glass eyes, raised up on copper wire feet, height 16 cm

Alessandro Pianon (Italian, 1931-1964), Pulcino Glass Sculpture,…

Pulcino Glass Sculpture by Alessandro Pianon for Vistosi

Alessandro Pianon (Italian, 1931-1964), Pulcino Glass Sculpture, c. 1960, for Vistosi, 'U' shape green glass body, with internal applied murrines in blue and red, with millefiori glass eyes, raised up on copper wire feet, height 31 cm