Murano makes spring signature style every year with its beautiful bold colors. As nature comes to life, the vibrant hues of Murano glass from Venice, Italy is a welcome complement to our re-invigorated senses. Here is a sample of fresh spring jewelry looks perfect for gifts or additions to one’s wardrobe or a great, unique gift.
Traditional Murano Artisan Processes in New Innovation Styles
Curved colored Murano glass with millefiori inserted in random patterns are a stylish statement expressing vitality and optimism, like spring itself. The design offers and easy fit for just about anyone, having leather straps on memory wire. Murano makes spring signature style a fresh, glowing look.
Our Murano designers never fail in interpreting their traditional motifs in new ways. Besides the ever iconic millefiori in the bracelet, the millefiori tree in a set in colored glass is new, refreshed look. Pink, white and clear backgrounds are fun new looks for a spirited spring season. Murano spring signature statements with a traditional history!
The millefiori tree pendants are produced in gold or silver casings and available with gold or silver chains on our website. The vibe is young and cheerful, but these are a wonderful look for any age, worn on their own or layered with other necklaces.
The millefiori wrap bracelets are beautiful on their own or stacked, as is the trend for the season.
What Makes Murano Glass Styling from Venice, Italy So Special?
Reaffirming this assessment of the high quality of Italian production makes us continually confident in delivering to you the best product we can, proudly.
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Murano glass jewelry is a symphony of colors, an adventure into all variations of shades, hues and pigments. The city of Venice, Italy is a canvas painted with an array of vivid colors. The warm sunlight enhances the city’s natural and architectural beauty, casting golden glows on its iconic buildings and sparkling reflections on its waterways. Murano glass jewelry is a reflection of the seasons, transform Venice into a kaleidoscope of colors. The azure blues of the lagoon to the lush greens of its gardens and parks, the earthy tones of its historic structures, and the vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows of its bustling markets and festivals.
Why Such Attention to Murano Glass Jewelry
Murano glass jewelry is celebrated worldwide for its exquisite craftsmanship and brilliant colors. Reflecting the stunning hues of Venice, Murano jewelry is more than just another addition to you jewelry collection. So let’s experience how the seasons of inspire the creation of Murano glass jewelry and their symphony of colors.
light turquoise Murano glass beads stretch bracelet with mini bling and gold details
Murano drop earring with a large orange and copper round bead and an orange silk tasselThree Murano glass silver wrap bracelets with pink, blue or copper color large glass beads and silver seed beads with bling detailRed orange and gold teardrop Murano pendant Millefiori pendant in earth and deep blue tones 1 1/4 inch on gold plated detailed chain gold Murano glass circular pendant with scattered millefiori decoration on a seed bead cord blues and gold Murano glass swirls on a gold plated chain large round pendant with gold and copper infusion Blue leather wrap bracelet with multi color Murano glass and crystal beads Gold wrap bracelet with gold seed beads and one large gold bead with light blue markingLarge 1 1/2 inch seafoam Murano glass cross on a silver plated satellite chainturquoise and gold Murano multistrand totally seed beaded twist necklace Cobalt and gold necklace set with gold seed beads and beveled cobalt blue square Murano glass beads with gold details
Preserving a Legacy
Efforts to preserve the rich history and tradition of Murano glass continue. Institutions like the Museo del Vetro (Glass Museum) on Murano showcase historical pieces and educate the public about the island’s glassmaking heritage. Collaborating with with designers and artists keep the craft vibrant and relevant in the modern era.
Descriptions of Murano Glass Jewelry
Let’s delve a little deeper! Here is a description of the types of Murano glass jewelry pictured.
Millefiori Beads:
Appearance: Beads with vibrant, colorful patterns resembling tiny flowers. Each bead is a mosaic of glass rods fused together and sliced to reveal the intricate designs.
Usage: Often used in necklaces, bracelets, and earrings, these beads are iconic and instantly recognizable.
Lampwork Beads:
Appearance: Handcrafted beads made using a torch to melt the glass. These beads can be clear or opaque and often feature embedded patterns, swirls, or metallic flecks, always with Murano color exceptionalism.
Usage: Popular in all types of jewelry, from simple pendant necklaces to elaborate statement pieces.
Gold and Silver Foil Beads:
Appearance: Glass beads with a core of gold or silver foil. The foil gives the beads a shimmering, metallic look, often encased in clear or colored glass.
Usage: These beads add a touch of luxury to jewelry pieces, making them ideal for elegant, formal designs.
Murano Glass Pendants:
Appearance: Larger, focal pieces often shaped into hearts, teardrops, or abstract forms. These pendants can feature any of the aforementioned techniques, often combining them for a unique look.
Usage: Typically used as the centerpiece in necklaces, these pendants can also be used in statement earrings.
Venetian Glass Beads:
Appearance: Often round or oval, these beads can be clear or opaque and feature intricate patterns, sometimes resembling lace or filigree.
Usage: Used in delicate, feminine jewelry designs, these beads are perfect for adding a touch of elegance to any outfit.
Murano Glass Rings:
Appearance: Bold, colorful rings that showcase the glassmaker’s skill. These rings can feature embedded patterns, swirls of color, or even small sculptures encased in glass.
Usage: Statement pieces that can add a pop of color and artistry to any ensemble.
Origins
The history of Murano glass dates back to the 8th century when Venetian merchants imported glass from the Middle East. By the 10th century, Venice had become a significant center for glassmaking, thanks to its strategic location and access to high-quality raw materials. The art of glassmaking was further refined in the 13th century when all Venetian glassmakers were moved to the island of Murano in 1291. This relocation was partly to reduce the risk of fires in the city and partly to protect the secrets of glassmaking from potential competitors.
The Rise of Murano
Once relocated to Murano, the glassmakers began to perfect their craft in isolation, benefiting from a controlled environment and a supportive community of artisans. This move also helped protect their techniques and secrets from being copied by competitors. Over time, Murano glassmakers developed a wide array of techniques and styles that set their work apart, establishing Murano as the epicenter of glassmaking excellence.
The Golden Age
Murano glass reached its zenith during the Renaissance. The glassmakers’ guild, known as the Arte dei Vetrai, protected trade secrets and regulated production, ensuring high standards of quality. Murano glass became a symbol of luxury and sophistication, coveted by European nobility and royalty. So chandeliers, mirrors, and delicate glassware adorned palaces and wealthy homes, showcasing the artistry and skill of Murano artisans.
Modern Era
Swirls of hand tooled rhodium and wrapped wire with a gold and black Murano glass bead by Giorgio Rossetti
Today, Murano glass remains a symbol of exquisite craftsmanship and artistic innovation. While traditional techniques are still revered and practiced, contemporary Murano glassmakers continue to push the boundaries of the art form, experimenting with new materials and methods. Therefore, the island hosts numerous glassmaking studios, workshops, and museums, attracting visitors and collectors from around the world.
Nature is always a source of inspiration for Murano glass colorful creations. The glowing summer is especially a great time to appreciate the bold expression of color and design of Murano glass jewelry. Murano and of course, Venice itself lives a total marine existence. The reflection of amazing colors from infinite variations of aqua, to turquoise to glowing sunrise golds are alive in each Murano artisan creation. But the brilliance does not stop at the colors. Through the process of lampworking, gold, silver or copper are also infused into the colorful glass designs to make ensure the extra pop that is so signature of Murano glass.
The Azure Blues
The shimmering waters of the Venetian canals and the expansive lagoon are quintessential to the city’s charm. In summer, the waters reflect the clear, bright blue sky, creating a mesmerizing spectacle. Murano glass artisans capture this essence using rich blue glass, often incorporating swirls of white and gold to mimic the play of sunlight on water. Necklaces, bracelets, and earrings in shades of turquoise and sapphire evoke the tranquility and allure of Venice’s aquatic beauty, making them perfect summer accessories.
Blue tones Murano glass stretch bracelet with starfish and other blue tone beads with copper infusion
Verdant Greens
Green tones Murano glass stretch bracelet with starfish and other green tone beads with copper infusion
Venice’s lesser-known green spaces, such as the Giardini della Biennale and the lush islands of the lagoon, offer a refreshing contrast to the city’s urban landscape. The vibrant greens of these gardens and parks find their way into Murano glass jewelry in the form of emerald and jade tones. Here we have a fantasy design of starfish in those vibrant greens.
Summer sunsets in Venice are a sight to behold, painting the sky with golden, amber, and crimson hues. These warm tones are reflected in Murano glass jewelry through the use of gold leaf and aventurine, a type of glass containing copper crystals that create a sparkling effect. The resulting pieces radiate a warmth reminiscent of the setting sun, adding a touch of Venetian romance and elegance to any summer outfit.
Summing It Up
Wearing Murano glass jewelry is more than just adorning oneself with beautiful accessories; it is about embracing the rich cultural heritage and natural beauty of Venice. Each piece serves as a wearable memory of the city’s vibrant summer colors, capturing the essence of Venice in a form that can be cherished and worn year-round.
The radiant colors of Venice in summer inspire the creation of Murano glass jewelry, resulting in stunning pieces that reflect the city’s unique charm and beauty. Whether it’s the serene blues of the canals, the golden warmth of sunsets, the refreshing greens of gardens, or the festive reds and oranges of local celebrations, Murano glass jewelry encapsulates the spirit of Venetian summers, allowing wearers to carry a piece of this magical city with them wherever they go.
What is your upcoming spring event? We all have at least one, whether we feel like it or not. Spring pushes us to remember we are, in fact, alive. Your spring events will require a primping touch. The season urges your renewal and some primping, so don’t ignore Mother Nature. It becomes harder to remain a couch potato by 7 pm without guilt waves pouring over us day by day. Look great and make yourself even feel great with a renewal primp piece for yourself.
While researching jewelry trends for the season, I came up with some wise advice from fashion bloggers. Primp with a new statement piece for your current wardrobe and save some money this tight season.
“While shedding a few layers is always exciting, there can be some trepidation about the shift into a new season. One can feel the added pressure to splurge on new clothing or to don recent trends when emerging back outside. But in this economy, dropping an entire check on new clothing isn’t exactly reasonable. So what’s an alternative to making your wardrobe feel fresh without spending a fortune on new clothing? The solution is jewelry.”
Dreamy Venice is happy to accommodate the trends, totally by serendipity! Our offerings will be perfect for you to appear totally on point for your special events this season as life reawakens.
large white Murano glass disc with silver highlights on pendant, bracelet and earrings
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We are so happy to have colors and styles to celebrate the great renewal season! Thanks for reading and Buona Primavera!
What is so special about Murano glass? Since a picture is worth 1000 words, we are hoping that this little picture may give a hint. But there is a lot of history behind this little piece of jewelry. And a lot of drama.
Let’s start with Barbarian invasions of the now Italian mainland about 1500 years ago. Those communities, mostly from Rome, relocated to the Venetian lagoons to get to safety. Among the talented mainlanders who took over the lagoon islands were creators of glass. Other talents from further east , Byzantium and the Middle East added their expertise and we are still admiring the colors, styles and craftsmanship. That’s one of the things that is so special. Tradition is valuable is one of the special things.
Fast Forward to the 1200s – Murano is the World’s First Industrial Zone
The Renaissance is approaching and the world is sharing lots of ideas and commerce, glass is becoming the principal industry of Venice. Venice becomes the crossroads of the east and west with commerce. The Venetian Empire is a force to be reckoned with. Arts, government, politics and a full society are all alive. At the head of it all is the Doge, the head of the governing Great Council. Drama, political struggle, inspiration, art and passion are all heating up. (But this is not a full history post so I’ll move on.)
Working their busy furnaces throughout Venice, the glassblowers have a bad habit of burning down their buildings and those around them. So in 1291 the doge “banishes” this bustling creative commercial activity to the small island of Murano, where busy furnaces in the new industrial center of Venice is established. Murano is today recognized as the first established industrial park of the world, becoming the glass production center of the world. The first clear class is being produced and called “cristallo”.
More processes that were explored then are still used now. No other producers anywhere could recreate the secrets of color creation, metal infusion for luster and design innovation. And this is still majorly true. Glass was an international luxury good. Seeing the product in person, you identify a particular luster which is not detectable in any other glass production. Another what’s so special for me.
A section from a larger view of Venice with the island of Murano in the distance (circa 1600 attributed to Danckerts in the style of the famous woodcut print by Jacopo de’Barbari circa 1500).From Big Bead Little Bead
Life as a Renaissance Glass Master
Being a Glass master, you’d have a hard but pretty enviable life. Why? Being an esteemed part of the critical commercial class, you’d have some great privileges. You would special entre’ into noble society and handy legal protections. You’d probably want to keep the gig and even keep your family in it as well – which is exactly what happened. So therefore the tradition of Murano glass businesses as a family tradition was established. Industrial secrets were locked among the producing families. Innovation was exploding. The Venetian Republic limited the glass makers from leaving Venice without being granted permission to protect the secrets. There was big punishment for disobeying the laws – like death if you were caught spilling the beans on industrial secrets.
So those are pretty special valuations on a product so prized. I love the intensity!
The Value of My Involvement with Murano Glass
So what is so special about Murano glass for me is the quality, history and commitment to an industry by an entire business and creative class of society. We love offering it in a cookie cutter world.
Cortella and Ballarin champagne glass fancy blown detail.
Venice’s artistic traditions in glass is still alive, as this Cortella and Ballarin champagne glass boasts. These are ancient glass artisan names on Murano still inspired by their centuries’ old creators before them newly created. The Venetian Renaissance period informs this creation. So as much as this is a traditional look, new innovative designs are always in the works as well.
Cortella and Ballarin blown glass jars light amber
So what’s so special about Venetian glass? – its long history, development, drama and passion over 1000 years. But what does that mean for you? It promises a product that its creators are proud to offer. It promises the romance of a storied product that I fell in love with at first sight. Each piece we curate is expressive and individual; created for a special person.
