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Presenting an undeniably elegant and exceptional work of artistry, a Murano glass lamp by the renowned Italian designer Carlo Nason. This lamp stands as a truly rare find, acknowledged by connoisseurs as an iconic design that eloquently showcases the mastery and craftsmanship of Murano glassmakers. Born in 1935 in Murano, Venice, Carlo Nason comes from a lineage of expert glassmakers. His father, Vincenzo Nason, founded the esteemed glass business NasonMoretti and later established another glass enterprise named Vincenzo Nason & C in 1941. From a tender age, Carlo Nason underwent comprehensive training in the art of glassblowing, acquiring an intimate understanding of the distinct properties of glass and the intricate techniques involved in molding and embellishing it. Three of the glasses have been meticulously crafted using the "Pulegoso" technique, a method frequently employed in the 1920s. During the glassmaking process, gasoline is skillfully introduced into the molten glass, causing it to fervently boil and generate a multitude of minuscule air bubbles in irregular shapes. This intentional inclusion of unconventional bubbles artfully obscures the transparency of the glass, culminating in an enchanting visual effect. This vintage lamp is presented in excellent condition, allowing the impeccable quality of the glass to shine. The wiring has been expertly designed to accommodate usage across all countries worldwide. With a maximum height, cable included, of 150 cm, this lamp commands a truly impressive presence wherever it graces. Don't allow this extraordinary opportunity to slip through your grasp; seize the chance to own this exceptional piece of Murano glass art, a creation meticulously brought to life by none other than Carlo Nason himself. This lamp is destined to be a captivating addition to any collection, effortlessly asserting itself as a striking focal point within your home or office decor.

Creator:
AVMazzega (Manufacturer),Carlo Nason (Designer)
Dimensions:
Height: 19.69 in (50 cm)Diameter: 15.75 in (40 cm)
Power Source:
Hardwired
Voltage:
220-240v
Lampshade:
Included
Style:
Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Murano Glass
Place of Origin:
Italy
Period:
Mid-20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1960s
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU6743235679432

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Carlo Nason

A mid-century modern reference for today’s Murano glassmakers, Carlo Nason influenced the current tradition of glassmaking on an island renowned for it for hundreds of years. Celebrated for their exceptional designs, Nason’s lighting fixtures are sought after by collectors worldwide.

Learning to design and craft pieces from the family vetreria — rather than partaking in any formal training — Nason was working with the maestros at his family’s company furnace, V. Nason & C., attached to their family home by the time he was 11 years old. Although his roots are in Murano glassmaking, he took inspiration from the clean lines and natural colors of the Japanese metal vases he had seen in his youth at Milanese fairs.

Wanting to produce modern glass lamps, Nason worked with his family friend Gianni Mazzega of Mazzega Murano. For his Cascata chandelier (Italian for “waterfall”), which debuted in the 1960s, Nason achieved the effect of cascading water through an inverted pyramid of hanging glass plates, each individually mouth-blown and suspended from a chrome-plated frame for a dazzling, Art Deco–styled display.

The 1970s and 1980s were productive and creative years for Nason as the sole and independent designer at Mazzega Murano. His prolific career has also seen him design for other lighting manufacturers like I TRE, Murano Due and Kalmar.

After a mere four years as a glassmaker, Carlo Nason had his creations displayed at the Corning Museum of Glass in New York. The credit for the artisan’s pieces that were included in “Glass 1959” went to his family’s company, but the designs were all authored by Carlo.

Stepping away from the traditional, vibrant Murano stylings, Nason kept true to his inspiration, working with modern and simple forms that are relatively free of color. Nason told Palainco in a rare 2019 interview that his emotions inspired the shapes. And his legacy includes fixtures that are irreplicable and unreproducible, too — Nason made lighting pieces with multiple layers of glass that would be too costly or difficult to recreate today, and some designs were made with processes and materials now unavailable or banned in the glassmaking world.

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