Elegant and sculptural Murano glass chandelier by Venini, Italy, 1970s. This pendant features a dense arrangement of vertically suspended clear glass tubes that form a cylindrical shade around the internal light sources.
A second layer of smaller tubes make the bottom of the chandelier to hide the inner structure. All the tubes are cut to give the illusion of a flat bottom and hang from a polished metal frame, creating a clean, architectural silhouette.
When lit, the glass rods catch the light and produce a soft, diffused glow with subtle reflections, a wonderful balance of transparency and texture. The vertical rhythm of the glass gives the chandelier a modernist presence while still maintaining Venini’s signature craftsmanship and sense of luxury.
 
Dimensions without the chain an canopy.
 
Venini is one of Murano’s most influential glasshouses, founded in 1921 by Paolo Venini and Giacomo Cappellin. Known for its innovative collaborations with leading architects and designers, Venini blended traditional Venetian glass techniques with modern aesthetics. The company introduced iconic forms and colors, pushing Murano glass into the realm of fine art and design. Throughout the 20th century, Venini gained international recognition for its craftsmanship, experimentation, and timeless elegance, becoming a symbol of Italian luxury and design excellence.