Spherical table lamp by Gino Vistosi in chromed metal and Murano glass, 1970s. Murano glass blown by hand by Vistosi's masters. This particular glass globe is complex to make because of its size and the use of two types of glass. Complex glass designs can take up to seven experts to make. The glass globe is hand-marked "Vistosi". It has some small chips around the opening (which is invisible when placed on the base). Fully functioning. Light wear due to age and use. European socket (up to 250V).
In 1791 Gio-Batta Vistosi was appointed Gastaldo dell'Arte - head of the glassmakers' guild - and became the delegate of the owners of the Murano furnaces. The decline of the Venetian Republic and revolts among the workers marked a long dark period in art glass production. During this century many furnaces closed for good and the Art seemed to fade away. Only in 1945 did Guglielmo Vistosi open a new furnace in Murano. During the 1950s, under the leadership of Guglielmo's grandchildren, Vistosi production began to focus on lighting articles, achieving considerable success. The decisive move toward success was to link production to the most famous designers of the time such as Gae Aulenti, Ettore Sottsass, Adalberto Dal Lago, etc. In 1989, Moretti, a Murano entrepreneur with long experience in the glass industry, acquired the prestigious brand, creating Vetreria Vistosi. To this day, highly skilled artisans created the world's most exciting glass lamps. Vistosi blown glass is produced with a unique blend. Once the sodium is reduced to a minimal amount, the glass seems to acquire the characteristics of steel is durable and does not dull over time. The craftsmanship of each piece is revealed by imperceptible differences on the surface. Vistosi lamps are created by a team of renowned international designers. Their products are considered to be of the highest quality.
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