What kind of glass does Millefiori Murano use?
Millefiori Murano is a culmination of my passions for glass, jewellery, and all things Italian. Ten years ago I came across millefiori when I started doing mosaics as a hobby.
Where is the Murano millefiori made in Italy?
“All of our millefiori unless noted is 104 coe and made in Murano/Venice, Italy.” All prices are in U.S. dollars ($).
What does millefiori mean in Italian glass art?
Murano Millefiori glass-making technique means “”a thousand flowers”” in Italian and is one of the most famous in Murano Glass Art.
What does millefiori stand for in Murano glass?
Millefiori, also known as Murrine, is one of the best-known and highly sought after techniques of Murano glass making. It stands for “a thousand flowers” in Italian, and indeed, the end result of this painstaking work often reminds a field of whimsical flowers showing off their beautiful colors.
How is the making of a millefiori done?
Making of a millefiori pattern is a multi-step process, but it all starts with a glass rod prepared in a special way. It contains multiple layers of semi-liquid glass paste applied one on top of another around the cylindrical rod. Each layer is molded to have a certain shape (usually star or flower-like) and color.
Why do I want to work with Murano glass?
I love Murano and its glass and the people who work with it, and hope to continue to support them in today’s difficult times. Millefiori Murano is a culmination of my passions for glass, jewellery, and all things Italian. Ten years ago I came across millefiori when I started doing mosaics as a hobby.
What kind of jewelry is made of millefiori glass?
Millefiori pendants, earrings, rings, necklaces, bracelets, cufflinks, watches, vases, sculptures, and other Millefiori jewelry and decorative pieces have enduring popularity around the world and are sought after by art lovers, fashion and design fans, and collectors alike.
