{"product_id":"large-vintage-italian-murano-glass-prism-chandelier-venini-style","title":"Large Vintage Italian Murano Glass Prism Chandelier — Venini Style","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA spectacular large-scale Italian Murano glass chandelier composed of layers of clear glass prisms suspended from a metal armature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe repeated triangular glass elements create an architectural, almost crystalline silhouette, producing incredible depth when illuminated and beautiful reflections even when switched off.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts construction is strongly associated with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVenini-style prism chandeliers of the mid-to-late 20th century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, where individually formed Murano glass elements were arranged in dense tiers around a structural frame.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe generous scale makes this a true statement fixture — ideal over a dining table, in a dramatic entryway, over a large kitchen island or centered in a living room with high ceilings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis fixture is best described as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVenini-style \/ in the manner of Venini\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e rather than attributed directly to Venini unless maker documentation or markings are confirmed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage Italian chandelier\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMurano glass prism construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClear triangular glass prisms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulti-tiered sculptural design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetal armature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid-to-late 20th century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin: Italy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaker: Unknown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVenini style \/ in the manner of Venini\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardwired ceiling fixture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge-scale statement lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComparable examples are described as multi-layer Murano prism chandeliers with triangular crystals and metal or brass structures. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDIMENSIONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexact auction measurements from your lot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e here before publishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause this is the “large” version, I would not copy the 22\" dimensions from the previous chandelier unless your lot specifically confirms them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood vintage condition consistent with age and use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpect:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinor age-related wear to the metal armature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePossible small flea bites or tiny edge chips to individual prisms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural irregularities from hand-formed glass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage electrical fixtures should always be inspected and installed by a licensed electrician before use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDĒSSO NOTE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis one is pure drama.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe clear Murano prisms give you sparkle without heaviness, while the layered geometry keeps it architectural rather than overly ornate. We’d hang it over a round dining table in a limewashed room, against dark wood, or inside an otherwise very minimal space and let it do all the work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DĒSSO CŪRATED","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67692986269856,"sku":"DC-0173","price":2550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1046\/5863\/2864\/files\/Moody_Burgundy_Chandelier_Powder_Room.png?v=1791995788","url":"https:\/\/shop.desso-designs.com\/products\/large-vintage-italian-murano-glass-prism-chandelier-venini-style","provider":" DĒSSO CŪRATED","version":"1.0","type":"link"}