THE MURANO GLASS
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The Murano Glass
The Murano glass tradition is probably over 1200 years old, but the earliest documented mention of Venetian glass dates back to the year 982, marking the appearance of the first known glassmaker in Venice. This historical record asserts that Venetian glassware boasts a history spanning over a thousand years, making it the world’s oldest surviving art glasswork.
Following the initial reference in 982, subsequent glassmakers emerged in Venetian records. However, by the 13th century, these artisans had shifted their operations from Venice to Murano. The concentration of glassworks on the island became so prominent that in 1291, the Venetian State mandated the destruction of all glassworks within Venice proper. Since then, Murano has earned the moniker “the island of glass,” and glassmaking became the primary, nearly exclusive, occupation for the people of Murano. Notably, some glass dynasties have persevered, maintaining continuous activity from the Middle Ages to the present day.
The charm of Murano glass objects has spanned centuries, even today Murano artistic glass is considered an excellence throughout the world, one of the most well-known and appreciated Italian brands.
"The Magic of Murano Glass" Immersive Reality Project
This project, created in collaboration with MAECI, consists of a series of immersive 360° videos filmed inside eight furnaces and workshops on the island of Murano. Viewed through VR headsets, they allow you to experience the creation of Murano glass objects as if you were standing just centimeters away from the master glassmakers. The videos feature commentary available in eight different languages. Please contact us for further information.
THE GUARANTEE OF MURANO GLASS
The Vetro Artistico® Murano Trademark
To protect one of the symbols of Made in Italy in the world and, at the same time, guarantee the consumer the originality of a product that is the fruit of a thousand-year-old artistic tradition born and developed within the island of Murano, the collective brand established by the Veneto Region and managed by the Consorzio Promovetro Murano was born, which certifies that the products are made on the island of Murano
A MILLENARY EXPERIENCE
The Glass Companies
Every piece of glass bearing the Vetro Artistico® Murano Trademark is crafted on the island itself, following explicit guidelines. These rules (not only the techniques passed down from generation to generation but also the meticulous use of raw materials), carefully observed, have enabled Murano glass to retain its iconic status as one of the world’s most enduring products, even after centuries.
A MILLENARY EXPERIENCE
The Glass Companies
Every piece of glass bearing the Vetro Artistico® Murano Trademark is crafted on the island itself, following explicit guidelines. These rules (not only the techniques passed down from generation to generation but also the meticulous use of raw materials), carefully observed, have enabled Murano glass to retain its iconic status as one of the world’s most enduring products, even after centuries.
BUY MURANO GLASS SAFELY
Authorized Dealers
Products featuring the Vetro Artistico® Murano Trademark are available worldwide and can be found in the official stores of the respective companies. To discover the list of shops in Venice and Murano where you can explore and select works from companies authorized to use the mark, please visit their page by clicking on the button below.
THE TECHNIQUES
The Glass Glossary
Glass production is an ancient art, having been practiced in Venice even before the year 1000. The methods of glass processing have evolved over more than twelve centuries, forming the cornerstone upon which companies operating in Murano still rely today. The glossary provides insights into the various ways of preparing glass and the contemporary techniques employed in this enduring craft.
THE TECHNIQUES
The Glass Glossary
Glass production is an ancient art, having been practiced in Venice even before the year 1000. The methods of glass processing have evolved over more than twelve centuries, forming the cornerstone upon which companies operating in Murano still rely today. The glossary provides insights into the various ways of preparing glass and the contemporary techniques employed in this enduring craft.
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