Pair of hanging lamps "Pyramid" designed by Paolo Piva for Mazzega, Italy 1980s. In blue Murano glass with simple geometric shape but with grooves inside that give movement. Each presents a small scratch of the glass as shown in the photo. Paolo Piva (1950-2017) is a famous Italian architect and designer known worldwide. He graduated in architecture at the University of Venice, participates in solo and group exhibitions. In 1975 he collaborates with the Institute of History and Architecture in Venice and with the Akademie für Angewandten Kunst in Vienna to the realization of a large exhibition on Vienna of the socialist period. In the 80s he designs the embassy of the Kuwait in Qatar and deals with the competition of ideas for the restructuring of the Lingotto FIAT in Turin. In 1986 he designed the renovation of Palazzo Remer in Venice. In 1987 he was nominated for the XIII Premio Compasso d'Oro. In the field of industrial design has collaborated with many prestigious companies in Europe and the U.S.A. Murano glass is a type of artistic glass produced on the island of Murano, located in the lagoon of Venice, Italy. This glass is renowned for its beauty, craftsmanship and centuries-old tradition. The distinctive features of Murano glass include: bright and rich colors, Murano glass is famous for its wide range of vibrant colors. Craftsmen use a variety of pigments to create rich and intense shades. The production of Murano glass is an art that requires skill and precision. Artisans follow traditional techniques handed down from generation to generation, often shaping glass by hand with specialized tools. Murrines are small sections of stained glass arranged in a specific pattern within a larger plate. This technique is typical of Murano glass and can be used to create complex geometric designs or images. Some Murano glass objects are created using the "work by light" technique, which involves manipulating heated glass tubes over a flame to shape them into desired shapes. Murano glass is known for its crystal clear transparency and ability to reflect light beautifully. This attribute contributes to its beauty and makes it ideal for creating jewelry, chandeliers and art objects.
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SILVER Seller in Firenze, Italy
