I finally uncovered the secret behind Murano glass. My revelation came on a walk, just before dusk along the Grand Canal. It was so obvious that I can’t believe it didn’t come to me sooner.
Every time I’ve visited the workshops in Venice, I’ve been impressed by the skill and speed of the artisans. They have to work quickly to sculpt...read more
I finally uncovered the secret behind Murano glass. My revelation came on a walk, just before dusk along the Grand Canal. It was so obvious that I can’t believe it didn’t come to me sooner.
Every time I’ve visited the workshops in Venice, I’ve been impressed by the skill and speed of the artisans. They have to work quickly to sculpt the molten glass before it cools. It’s hard to believe that such hot, hectic work creates something so delicate and precious. But it does. And they’ve been doing it the same way for hundreds of years.
I’ve always considered Murano artisans to be sculptors and craftsmen. But once I saw their jewelry, I realized they were also painters. The swirling palette of colors and techniques used rival any master’s canvas. With Murano, you can bring the magic of Venice, even when the gondolas are half a world away.
