A magical lantern that brings Venice into your home – designed to reflect light in a way that evokes the shimmering water of Venetian canals and bridges. The lantern is exquisitely crafted, showcasing the quality of precise handmade work and skilled manipulation. It is also a superb example of interwar decorative craftsmanship, from a time when most production was still artisanal rather than mechanical. With its organic shape, it fits harmoniously into almost any interior. Both functional and decorative, it is best appreciated in small spaces such as entryways, hallways, or conservatories – places where its beauty can be fully enjoyed and its magical light can spread across the walls. The lantern emits a gentle, slightly refracted glow, rather than a harsh diffused light, preserving the ambiance of the room.
The production of “caged” glass lamps partly began in response to the growing number of decorative art exhibitions, such as the Milan Triennale during the interwar period. Another likely influence was the traditionalist art movement known as the “Return to Order” – a revival of classicism across Europe as a reaction to the mechanical destruction caused by the First World War.
After the financial crisis of 1929, Murano experienced the closure of several key glassworks. To survive, many of them merged into groups, one of which was Artistica Soffiera e Vetreria – Barovier, Seguso & Ferro (Artistic Glassblowers and Glassmakers). This group included Luigi Ferro, Napoleone Barovier, and Antonio Seguso, along with Seguso’s sons Ernesto and Archimede. In 1934, Flavio Poli joined the company as an artistic advisor. This marked the beginning of an experimental era in color glass and innovative techniques, which led to international success. In 1937, Poli became a full partner and the company was renamed Seguso Vetri d’Arte, which remains its name today. It was during Poli’s first collaboration with Seguso (1934–1940) that the iconic “caged” glass lamps were born. These lights remain a symbol of Venetian glassblowing mastery to this day.
Dimensions: 45 x 22 x 22 cm
Weight: 1,4 kg
The lantern is in excellent condition. Suitable for E27 bulb.
| Weight | 1,4 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 45 × 22 × 22 cm |
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