Murano Glass Jewelry

The new antica Murrina Spring/Summer 2009 jewelry collection is quite amazing for the wonderful color combinations and refined details, a precious mix of creativity and modern design. Fascinating transparencies capture the light. Glass is shaped in form and color. Antica Murrina and its glass jewelry was born back in the 60s from the idea of two young Venetian brothers, Achille and Francesco Voltolina, starting with crystal and blown glass lamps.


Murano Glass Heart Charm Bracelet Watch
A delicate and feminine watch by Antica Murrina also doubles as a charm bracelet with handmade Murano glass beads and heart charms making it a perfect accessory for any occasion. A heart-shaped watch face has Japanese movement.
$137

The biggest step for them was taken in 1988 when they added to their business one of Venice's oldest and most important traditions, a unique method of creating glass arts. The rebirth of this historic procedure was a great success, and a few years later the company was given its current name, Antica Murrina Veneziana. Because of their immense efforts to recover one of Venice's lost treasures, the brothers were given a medal of gratitude from the city's administration.


Coco Murano Glass Bead Necklace
Adorn yourself with Antica Murrina's elegant and unique charm necklace showcasing oblong gold links with dangling handmade Venetian glass beads in diverse shapes and bold colors. Also available in black.
$182

The Murrina technique of glass making was discovered in ancient Roman times but it became really popular in the 18th century, when the technique was so evolved that it allowed designs to be very elaborate and complicated. Long canes of glass are cut into tiny pieces and put together to form a design. The shape is then heated in the oven until it melts into one piece, to create the famous Murrina.


Sofia Aqua Murano Glass Bauble Drop Necklace
Unique Murano glass necklaces, handmade in Venice, have modern sophistication with authentic personality to highlight your charm and personal style.
$168

In 1989, the Voltolina brothers registered their Antica Murrina brand and they immediately focused on fashionable glass jewelry with two new collections every year. In 2006, they opened their first Antica Murrina flagship store on St. Mark's Square in Venice and launched their project to open single brand boutiques, which now number fifty around the world and more ready to open.