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Paolo Venini Furniture

Italian, 1895-1959

While Venini Co.'s co-founder, Paolo Venini (1895–1959), was himself a highly talented glassware designer, his true genius was to invite forward-thinking Italian and international designers to Murano’s hallowed workshops to create Venini pieces — among them Gio Ponti, Massimo Vignelli, Finnish designer Tapio Wirkkala, Thomas Stearns of the United States and Fulvio Bianconi.

Beginning in the 1930s — and throughout the postwar years especially — Venini Co. played a leading role in the revival of Italy’s high-end glass industry, pairing innovative modernist designers with the skilled artisans who created extraordinary chandeliers, sconces and other lighting in the centuries-old glass workshops on the Venetian island of Murano.

Paolo Venini trained and practiced as a lawyer for a time, though his family had been involved with glassmaking for generations. After initially buying a share in a Venetian glass firm — he and antiques dealer Giacomo Cappellin established Vetri Soffiati Cappellin Venini C. in 1921 — Venini took over the company as his own in 1925, and under his direction, it produced mainly classical Baroque designs.

In 1932, Venini hired the young Carlo Scarpa— who would later distinguish himself as an architect — as his lead designer. Scarpa, working in concert with practiced glass artisans, completely modernized Venini, introducing simple, pared-down forms; bright primary colors; and bold patterns such as stripes, banding and abstract compositions that utilized cross sections of murrine (glass rods).

Paolo Venini’s best designs are thought to be his two-color Clessidre hourglasses, produced from 1957 onward, and the Fazzoletto (“handkerchief”) vase, designed with Bianconi in 1949. Bianconi’s masterworks are considered by many to be his Pezzato works — colorful vases with patterns that resemble those of a patchwork quilt.

Other noteworthy and highly collectible vintage Venini works include Ponti’s dual-tone stoppered bottles (circa 1948); rare glass sculptures from the Doge series by Stearns, the first American to design for the firm; Vignelli’s striped lanterns of the 1960s; the Occhi vases with eyelet-shaped patterns by Tobia Scarpa (son of Carlo); and, with their almost zen purity, the Bolle (“bubbles”) bottles designed by Wirkkala in 1968. 

With these works — and many others by some of the creative titans of the 20th and 21st centuries — Venini has produced one of the truly great bodies of work in modern design.

Find antique and vintage Paolo Venini chandeliers, serveware, table lamps, decorative objects and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Paolo Venini
Italian Modern Handblown Glass Chandelier, Venini
By Paolo Venini
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Modern Handblown Glass Chandelier, Venini.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paolo Venini Furniture

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Glass

Fine Venini Handblown Glass and Brass Chandelier
By Paolo Venini
Located in Queens, NY
Fine Venini Handblown glass and brass chandelier.
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paolo Venini Furniture

Lamp by Paolo Venini
By Paolo Venini
Located in MADRID, ES
Dante Swirl table lamp by Paolo Venini. With brass base and Murano glass sphere. Italy, 1970s. Height: 45cm Base diameter: 25cm Sphere diameter: 35cm Paolo Venini (1895-1959) was ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Paolo Venini Furniture

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Brass

Pair of Paolo Venini INCISO Lamps
By Venini, Paolo Venini
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Paolo Venini (Italian, 1895-1959); Venini (Italy) Marking(s); notes: no marking(s) apparent Materials: wheel-carved glass, acrylic (base) Dimensions (H...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paolo Venini Furniture

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Blown Glass

Pair of Paolo Venini INCISO Lamps
Pair of Paolo Venini INCISO Lamps
$6,000 Sale Price / set
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Paolo Venini Frosted Murano Art Glass Vase Manufactured by Venini Italy 1997
By Paolo Venini, Venini
Located in Miami, FL
A heavy black and white Murano art glass vase designed by Artist Paolo Venini. Frosted Murano glass on the outside and in lined with black Murano glass. Signed and dated, MURANO MADE...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Paolo Venini Furniture

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Murano Glass

Oval bowl with grindstone engraving, acid signature by Paolo Venini for Venini M
By Venini, Paolo Venini
Located in Zurich, CH
Oval bowl with grindstone engraving, acid signature by Paolo Venini for Venini Murano Italy An oval green glass dish 'etched' model 4824 1956 acid-marked 'venini murano ITALIA'. Cm 3...
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1950s Italian Vintage Paolo Venini Furniture

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Murrine

Venini Fazzoletto Sabbiato Medium Vase in Amber/ Milk White Murano Glass
By Paolo Venini, Venini, Fulvio Bianconi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fazzoletto Opalino medium vase in amber Murano glass by Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini. A light summer breeze leads us to discover the iconic Venini collection...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Paolo Venini Furniture

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Murano Glass

Venini Blue Murano Glass Flacon, 1968
By Paolo Venini
Located in Munich, DE
Elegant Venini flacon designed by Paolo Venini in 1968. Blue casted glass with incised surface in battuto technique, engraved signature underside wit...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paolo Venini Furniture

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Murano Glass

Venini Fazzoletto Opalino Medium Vase in Grey Murano Glass
By Paolo Venini, Fulvio Bianconi, Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fazzoletto Opalino medium vase in Horizon Murano glass by Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini. An exclusive new take on the Opalini technique from the 15th century makes its color uniqu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Paolo Venini Furniture

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Murano Glass

Venini Fazzoletto Opalino Small Vase in Sapphire Murano Glass
By Paolo Venini, Venini, Fulvio Bianconi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fazzoletto Opalino Small Vase in Amber Murano Glass by Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini. An exclusive new take on the Opalini technique from the 15th century makes its color unique. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Paolo Venini Furniture

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Murano Glass

Venini Fazzoletto Opalino Small Vase in Black Murano Glass
By Paolo Venini, Fulvio Bianconi, Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fazzoletto Opalino small vase in Amber murano glass by Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini. An exclusive new take on the Opalini technique from the 15t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Paolo Venini Furniture

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Murano Glass

Venini Amethyst Soffiato Glass Vase with Applied Handles
By Paolo Venini
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A large chalice form in transparent amethyst -colored glass. Three-line acid stamp. Possibly designed by Vittorio Vecchin.
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1920s Italian Vintage Paolo Venini Furniture

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Art Glass

Boletus Large Table Lamp in Blown and Engraved Glass by Paolo Venini, Venini
By Venini, Paolo Venini
Located in Uccle, BE
About the "Boletus" large table lamp by Paolo Venini, Venini Murano (Italy) Large table lamp in hand-blown pink glass. The entire body of the lamp is engraved with fine lines which...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paolo Venini Furniture

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Paolo Venini vase acid signed
By Paolo Venini, Venini
Located in Zurich, CH
Paolo Venini vase acid signed Blown glass vase submerged and handmade in amber 27 cm height, diameter 15 cm Acid signed 'Venini Murano Italy' Excellent condition
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1950s Vintage Paolo Venini Furniture

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Murano Glass

Paolo Venini vase acid signed
Paolo Venini vase acid signed
$4,293 Sale Price
20% Off
Venini Incisi Short Glass Vase in Steel Blue by Paolo Venini
By Paolo Venini, Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Incisi glass vase collection, designed by Paolo Venini and manufactured by Venini, feature an engraved surface. Originally designed in 1956. Numb...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Paolo Venini Furniture

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Glass

Paolo Venini (1895-1959) - Vase en Verre Soufflé (1953)
By Paolo Venini
Located in NEUILLY-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paolo Venini (1895-1959) - Vase en Verre Italien (1953) Type : Vase en verre soufflé Date de création : 1953 Dimensions : H : 15 cm Ø : 14 cm Couleurs : Noir et rouge État : Parfai...
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1950s European Art Deco Vintage Paolo Venini Furniture

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Glass, Art Glass

Venini Wall Lamp 1940s
By Paolo Venini
Located in København K, DK
Beautiful vintage wall lamp by Venini in Murano glass from the 1940s. Measuring 51 x 10 x 10 cm. Great condition.
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1940s Italian Vintage Paolo Venini Furniture

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Murano Glass

Sputnik flowers in chrome metal and glass by Paolo Venini for 1960s
By Paolo Venini
Located in Palermo, IT
This extraordinary 1960s chandelier is a masterpiece by Paolo Venini, an emblem of Murano glass excellence applied to Mid-Century design. The central chrome-plated metal frame accomm...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paolo Venini Furniture

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Metal

21st Century Bottiglie Incise Glass Bottle in Bronze Color by Paolo Venini
By Paolo Venini, Venini
Located in murano, IT
A multitude of shapes and colors. Every bottle has its own, chosen with care by Paolo Venini in 1956. Skilfully etched to conceal their imaginary content, they pique the curiosity of...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Paolo Venini Furniture

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Glass

Vintage Paolo Venini Wall Lights, Murano Glass, Mid-Century, 1970s
By Murano 5, Paolo Venini
Located in Beirut, LB
A vintage pair of vintage wall lights or sconces produced in 1970s by Venini, in bi color Murano: light yellow crystal and clear crystal pr...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paolo Venini Furniture

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Murano Glass

Paolo Venini, Pair of Vases, Venini Production Engraved Series, 1956-57
By Paolo Venini
Located in Milano, IT
Pair of Murano glass vases of different sizes, “Incisi” series, made to designs by Paolo Venini. Heavy violet and iron gray glass in superimposed colors, finished with light horizont...
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1950s Italian Other Vintage Paolo Venini Furniture

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Glass

1940 s Venini Murano Glass Pendant Light
By Paolo Venini
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Very nice pendant light designed by Paolo Venini. Circa 1940's.
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1940s Italian Vintage Paolo Venini Furniture

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Brass

Venini Mid Century Italian Amber Murano Glass Pendant Light
By Paolo Venini
Located in London, GB
Venini Mid Century Italian Amber Murano Glass Pendant Light, a truly unique masterpiece. Its exquisite carved Crystal of Murano arms make it a rare gem, sh...
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1950s Italian Vintage Paolo Venini Furniture

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Brass

Italian Mid Century Brown Murano Glass Drops Chandelier by Paolo Venini, 1960s
By Venini, Paolo Venini
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
This large Murano brown glass drops and caramel colour crystals chandelier was made and designed by Venini in the 1960s.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paolo Venini Furniture

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Metal

VENINI "Filigrana " Chandelier Murano Glass Metal Crome 1930 Italy
By Paolo Venini
Located in Milano, IT
Exceptional filigree ball chandelier VENINI 1930s Height 105. Only the bowl 35cm.
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1930s Italian Other Vintage Paolo Venini Furniture

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Murano Glass

21st Century Bottiglie Incise Glass Bottle in Raspberry Color by Paolo Venini
By Paolo Venini, Venini
Located in murano, IT
A multitude of shapes and colors. Every bottle has its own, chosen with care by Paolo Venini in 1956. Skilfully etched to conceal their imaginary content, they pique the curiosity of...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Paolo Venini Furniture

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Glass

Venini Sommerso Inciso Green Glass Bottle and Stopper
By Paolo Venini
Located in Doraville, GA
A beautiful bottle with stopper by Paolo Venini for Venini from the 1950's. The bottle is "sommerso" which in English literally means "submerged". This technique is used to create several layers of glass (usually with different contrasting colors) inside a single object. This bottle appears to be clear glass incased in green glass. The stopper is layered with clear, rose and green glass. The surface of the bottle and stopper is "inciso" which in English means engraved or incised, this process is done by hand on a grinding wheel...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paolo Venini Furniture

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Blown Glass

Italian Brass and Murano Amber Glass Tear Drop Wall Lights by Paolo Venini, 1960
By Paolo Venini
Located in Paris, France
A beautiful original vintage Italian pair of wall lamps designed by Paolo Venini in the 1960s in brass and Murano glass surmounted at the top by a half moon crown of curved brass rod...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Paolo Venini Furniture

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Brass

Large bottle vase signed Venini italia. Ca. 1966
By Paolo Venini, Venini
Located in Zurich, CH
Large bottle vase signed Venini italia. Ca. 1966 Probably Paolo Venini. Signature engraved "two lines" "venini italia". Until 1970, the factory used a diamond engraved signature "...
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1960s Italian Vintage Paolo Venini Furniture

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Murano Glass

Paolo Venini Mushroom Murano Table Lamp
By Paolo Venini
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Beutifull Mushroom-shaped table lamp, Murano glass by Paolo Venini 1970s.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paolo Venini Furniture

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Murano Glass

Murano glass table lamp Paolo Venini
By Paolo Venini
Located in Hyvinkää, FI
Paolo Venini’s glass table lamp is a stunning piece of art, crafted with exquisite Murano glass. The lamp features vibrant colors and unique shapes, showcasing the skillful artistry ...
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Mid-19th Century Italian International Style Antique Paolo Venini Furniture

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Glass

Pair of Scarpa Venini Murano glass lamps
By Paolo Venini
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Scarpa & Venini Murano glass lamps. "Diamante Obelischi Model 9034" Lamps By Paolo Venini & Carlo Scarpa. Circa 1934. Stamped "Mad...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Paolo Venini Furniture

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Glass

21st Century Bottiglie Incise Glass Bottle in Ocean Colour by Paolo Venini
By Paolo Venini, Venini
Located in murano, IT
A multitude of shapes and colours. Every bottle has its own, chosen with care by Paolo Venini in 1956. Skilfully etched to conceal their imaginary content, they pique the curiosity o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Paolo Venini Furniture

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Glass

21st Century Bottiglie Incise Glass Bottle in Violet by Paolo Venini
By Paolo Venini, Venini
Located in murano, IT
A multitude of shapes and colors. Every bottle has its own, chosen with care by Paolo Venini in 1956. Skilfully etched to conceal their imaginary content, they pique the curiosity of...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Paolo Venini Furniture

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Glass

21st Century Bottiglie Incise Glass Bottle in Cornelian Orange by Paolo Venini
By Paolo Venini, Venini
Located in murano, IT
A multitude of shapes and colours. Every bottle has its own, chosen with care by Paolo Venini in 1956. Skilfully etched to conceal their imaginary content, they pique the curiosity o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Paolo Venini Furniture

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Glass

21st Century Bottiglie Incise Glass Bottle in Blue Iron by Paolo Venini
By Paolo Venini, Venini
Located in murano, IT
A multitude of shapes and colours. Every bottle has its own, chosen with care by Paolo Venini in 1956. Skilfully etched to conceal their imaginary content, they pique the curiosity o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Paolo Venini Furniture

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Glass

21st Century Incisi Glass Vase in Steel Blue Color by Paolo Venini
By Paolo Venini, Venini
Located in murano, IT
A multitude of shapes and colors. Apparently, Paolo Venini had a knack for experimenting with Incisi. They are countless. The vase owes its name to the "Incisione a Freddo" glassmaki...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Paolo Venini Furniture

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Glass

Large Murano Crackle Glass Vase With Fused Faceted Glass Block Base
By Paolo Venini
Located in Roma, RM
This large unique Murano glass vase was made using the "Ghiachciato" technique, that gives the surface of the glass an irregular crackled appearance. The effect is created by submerg...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paolo Venini Furniture

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Murano Glass

Venini Bottle with Stopper
By Paolo Venini, Venini
Located in New York, NY
Venini glass bottle with stopper in composite glass with finely wheel-engraved finish of delicate creases, incised on bottom "Venini Italia". P...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Paolo Venini Furniture

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Glass

Mid-Century Modern Hendcrafted Venini Glass Wall Light, Italy, 1960
By Paolo Venini
Located in Madrid, ES
Handmade transparent Venini glass wall lamp with lacquered metal structure. The lamp consists of 10 individual pentagonal prisms glass units and metal details.
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1960s Vintage Paolo Venini Furniture

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Metal

Rare table lamp by Paolo Venini inciso, sommerso, pesante Ed.Venini, Italy 1950
By Paolo Venini, Venini
Located in Renens, CH
Rare Venini Table Lamp – Inciso, Sommerso, Pesante – Italy, 1950 This lamp is a beautiful example of Venini's signature elegance and sublime craftsmanship. Designed directly by Pao...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paolo Venini Furniture

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Murano Glass

1970s Vintage Murano Glass Brass Ceiling Light by Paulo Venini
By Paolo Venini
Located in London, GB
A stunning original Murano glass and brass ceiling light by Paulo Venini. This was made in Italy, it dates from the 1970-1980s. The quality is outstandin...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paolo Venini Furniture

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Brass

Venini Inciso Gray / Green Glass Vase, Three Line Acid Etched
By Paolo Venini
Located in Doraville, GA
A beautiful vase by Paolo Venini for Venini from the mid 1950's. The surface of the vase is "inciso" which in English means engraved or incised, this process is done by hand on a grinding wheel...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paolo Venini Furniture

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Murano Glass

Vintage Ceiling Lamp Crystal Paolo Venini, Italy, years 1980
By Paolo Venini
Located in Biella, IT
Paolo Venini Italy made Murano ceiling lamp design vintage years ’80 in crystal "quadrilobi" perfect condition A. Measure the glass 20 inches high x 17 diameter. The total high mo...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Paolo Venini Furniture

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Brass

Venini Purple Vase
By Paolo Venini
Located in Collonge-Bellerive, GE
This stunning purple vase by renowned Italian designer Paolo Venini exemplifies the mastery of Murano glassmaking, a tradition upheld by the Venini brand s...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Paolo Venini Furniture

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Blown Glass

Venini Zanfirico Flared Vase
By Paolo Venini
Located in London, England
This stunning flared vase showcases the intricate Venetian Zanfirico technique with elegance. Its delicately swirling patterns and meticulous craftsmanship make it a captivating piec...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paolo Venini Furniture

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Art Glass, Blown Glass

1970s Vintage Murano Glass Ceiling Light by Paulo Venini
By Paolo Venini
Located in London, GB
A stunning original Murano glass and brass ceiling light by Paulo Venini. This was made in Italy, it dates from the 1970-1980s. The quality is outstandin...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paolo Venini Furniture

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Brass

Five Turqoise Opalino Bowls by Paolo Venini, Murano circa 1950
By Venini, Paolo Venini
Located in London, GB
Five small turquoise opaline hand blown bowls by Paolo Venini (1895-1959) circa 1950 for Venini, opaque glass, acid stamp to each 'Venini Murano Italia'. Dimensons; each height 1 1/...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paolo Venini Furniture

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass

Pink ‘Apothecary’ Jar with Lid by Paolo Venini
By Paolo Venini
Located in London, England
Paolo Venini ‘Apothecary’ jar with lid - Pink Item description: Venini DESIGNER: Venini MANUFACTURER Venini PLACE OF ORIGIN: Italy DESIGN PERIOD: 1959 CONDITION: Excellent MAT...
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1950s Italian Vintage Paolo Venini Furniture

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Glass

21st Century Incisi Glass Vase in Water Color by Paolo Venini
By Paolo Venini, Venini
Located in murano, IT
A multitude of shapes and colors. Apparently, Paolo Venini had a knack for experimenting with Incisi. They are countless. The vase owes its name to the "Incisione a Freddo" glassmaki...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Paolo Venini Furniture

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Glass

21st Century Incisi Glass Vase in Bronze Color by Paolo Venini
By Paolo Venini, Venini
Located in murano, IT
A multitude of shapes and colours. Apparently, Paolo Venini had a knack for experimenting with Incisi. They are countless. The vase owes its name to the "Incisione a Freddo" glassmak...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Paolo Venini Furniture

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Glass

21st Century Clessidra Hourglass in Grape/Light Pink by Paolo Venini
By Paolo Venini, Venini
Located in murano, IT
Clessidra 420.10 Ø14 H30 UV/RS Additional Information: Material: Glass Color: Grape/Light Pink Dimensions: Ø 14 x H 30 cm Available in other color options: Amber/light pink.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Paolo Venini Furniture

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Glass

21st Century Incisi Glass Vase in Sourgreen by Paolo Venini
By Paolo Venini, Venini
Located in murano, IT
A multitude of shapes and colours. Apparently, Paolo Venini had a knack for experimenting with Incisi. They are countless. The vase owes its name to the "Incisione a Freddo" glassmak...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Paolo Venini Furniture

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Glass

Paolo Venini furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Paolo Venini furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of glass and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Paolo Venini furniture, although blue editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 163 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 60 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Paolo Venini were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Flavio Poli, Fulvio Bianconi, and Alfredo Barbini. Prices for Paolo Venini furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $125 and can go as high as $114,459, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,497.
Questions About Paolo Venini Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify Venini glass, first look for markings, usually found on the base or interior of glassware. Over its long history, Venini used dozens of labels and acid-stamped marks on its pieces. You can find images of these marks on the pages of trusted online resources to compare to your piece. Keep in mind that Venini's foil labels tend to come off over the years, so a lack of a marking or label doesn't necessarily mean that your piece is not a Venini. However, there are many convincing replicas of Venini glassware. As a result, experts recommend consulting a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer for assistance with the identification process, especially if you can't locate a label or acid mark. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Venini glass.

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