Venice: the historical art of Murano glassmaking

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On the island of Murano, glassmaking is an age-old tradition still famous and thriving to this day. From the blowing of pieces to their engraving, the steps of creation are all here to discover: follow our ten recommendations to get the chance to see the excellence of glassmaking through craftspeople dedicated to it.

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Cesare Toffolo

Cesare Toffolo mixes tradition with modernity, creating reproductions of objects inspired from 16th-century paintings.

Fondamenta Vetrai 37, Murano, 30141, Venice, Italy

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Simone Cenedese

Simone Cenedese is a glassblower inspired by contemporary art; his work mixes a modern style with traditional methods.

Calle Bertolini, Murano 6, 30141, Venice, Italy

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©Barbini Specchi Veneziani

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Giovanni & Vincenzo Barbini

Brothers Giovanni & Vincenzo Barbini are specialised in the making of traditional Venetian mirrors, as well as restoration.

Calle dietro gli Orti 7, 30141, Venice, Italy

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Susanna Pozzoli©Michelangelo Foundation

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Muriel Balensi

Visit Muriel Balensi's atelier to witness vibrant bead crafting and jewellery assembly.

Fondamenta Lorenzo Radi 24, 30141, Venice, Italy

Thursday and Friday 10:00-15:00

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Glass manufacturer visit in Venice

NasonMoretti is one of the oldest glassmaking manufacturers in Murano; its museum will tell you all about the art of glassmaking.

Calle dietro gli Orti 12, 30141, Venice, Italy

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Davide Salvadore

Davide Salvadore is from one of the region’s most prominent families in the art of glass, active since the 17th century.

Fondamenta da Mula 148, 30141, Venice, Italy

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Renzo Toso Fei

Renzo Toso Fei comes from a family of glass artists in Murano established since 1300, and he has followed in their footsteps to specialise in glass engraving.

Ramo delle Conterie 3, 30141, Venice, Italy

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Stefano Bullo

Murano’s only artist working with stained glass, Stefano Bullo restores old windows and creates new glass models by implementing innovative technology like 3D printing.

Ramo San Bernardo 4, 30141, Venice, Italy

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Lino Tagliapietra

With over 70 years of experience, Lino Tagliapietra is a master of Venetian glassblowing, a tradition he loves to share around the world.

Fondamenta Serenella 15/b, 30141, Venice, Italy

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Lucio Bubacco

Enter the world of lampworker Lucio Bubacco, crafting mythological figures, and historical and contemporary scenes in molten glass.

Fondamenta Da Mula 148, 30141, Venice, Italy

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