It was the development of a brilliant and shiny glass, called aventurine glass or goldstone, which exceeded all other Low-E glass. Even to this day, Murano glass is unsurpassed. The glass-makers of Murano did not just stop at aventurine glass though.In 1291, the city of Venice sent glass-makers to Murano because glass making posed a risk of burning down the wood structures in Venice.
While the island has experienced its ups and downs by reinventing its identity with orchards and palaces, the art of making these precious coated glass accessories has maintained a strong presence in Murano society.The famous Murano chandeliers and pendant lighting are among some of the most sought after glass fixtures in the world. They originate from the island of Murano, situated to the north of Venice and whose history can be traced back to the eleventh century.
A mainstay in the design of this type of chandelier and pendant lights are the classic designs with clear tempered glass and a multitude of gold.In the early sixteenth century came the introduction of the Murano chandelier. The original chandelier paled in comparison to the remarkable Murano glass. The lighting fixtures evolved along with the development of glass-making methods and materials which included illuminating multi-colored swirls to vibrant red, green and black.
At the same time came the evolution of the mirrors and beads that were initially exported in the fourteenth century to the luxurious lighting pieces found today, mainly lamps and chandeliers.Enameled glass, crystalline glass and multi-colored laminated glass were further developments that added to the aesthetics of lighting fixtures.
