Figure - Scultura di Gattino in Murrine di Murano - Murano glass
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This handmade Murano glass sculpture depicts a seated kitten decorated with white and yellow murrine flowers against cobalt blue, black and clear glass, and measures 12 × 5 × 5 cm.
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Cat in Murano Millefiori – A small masterpiece of Venetian tradition
An authentic expression of Murano glass art, where tradition, mastery, and creativity meet to bring to life a small refined and unique sculpture, entirely handmade.
This delightful creation depicts an elegant seated kitten, with sinuose shapes and a sweet, curious expression, embellished with one of the oldest and most fascinating techniques of Venetian glassworking: Murano beadwork (murrine).
The process begins with a work of extraordinary precision. The glassblower’s assistant patiently places the murrine one by one on an iron plate, creating a carefully studied composition.
The master glassmaker then intervenes with molten glass, which is passed over the murrine to collect them and embed them into the glass mass. Through the furnace heat and skilled manual modeling, the glass takes shape, transforming the initial composition into a charming sculpture rich in character and personality.
The kitten’s body is decorated with a refined interlacing of small white daisies with yellow centers, set in intense shades of cobalt blue, black, and crystal. An enchanting play of colors, transparencies, and reflections enhances every detail of the handcrafted work.
Expressive eyes, a tiny red nose, pointed ears, and an elegantly curved tail, adorned with delicate golden highlights, give the sculpture a special charm.
A refined detail in transparent glass, delicately molded around the neck, completes the piece, lending it an extra touch of elegance.
Each sculpture is unique and unrepeatable. Small variations in the arrangement of the murrine, in shapes and details testify to the authenticity of an artisanal craft handed down through generations of glassmasters.
More than a simple decorative object, this kitten represents a small fragment of Murano’s history, a work capable of bringing the charm, beauty, and value of the ancient Venetian tradition into contemporary spaces.
Perfect as a collector’s item, a refined complement
Seller's Story
I was born and raised on the island of Murano, where glass is not simply a material, but a tradition that is lived every day. Since childhood I breathed in the warmth of the furnaces and watched the master glassmakers transform incandescent matter into shapes, colors and light.
C growing up in Murano means learning early to recognize the value of true artistic glass: weight, transparency, murrine, the small imperfections that make each piece unique. This knowledge, developed in a family and artisanal setting, today allows me to select only authentic works, handmade on the island according to traditional techniques.
Each creation I present – vases, sculptures, decorative objects and lamps – is born from entirely manual work, without industrial molds. Color, shape and texture variations are not defects, but the signature of the artisan who made each single piece.
All works come with a certificate of authenticity, guaranteeing their origin and quality.
My objective is to offer not mere objects, but authentic fragments of Murano’s history, destined to endure over time and to bring into my clients’ homes the beauty and value of Venetian craftsmanship.
Translated by Google TranslateCat in Murano Millefiori – A small masterpiece of Venetian tradition
An authentic expression of Murano glass art, where tradition, mastery, and creativity meet to bring to life a small refined and unique sculpture, entirely handmade.
This delightful creation depicts an elegant seated kitten, with sinuose shapes and a sweet, curious expression, embellished with one of the oldest and most fascinating techniques of Venetian glassworking: Murano beadwork (murrine).
The process begins with a work of extraordinary precision. The glassblower’s assistant patiently places the murrine one by one on an iron plate, creating a carefully studied composition.
The master glassmaker then intervenes with molten glass, which is passed over the murrine to collect them and embed them into the glass mass. Through the furnace heat and skilled manual modeling, the glass takes shape, transforming the initial composition into a charming sculpture rich in character and personality.
The kitten’s body is decorated with a refined interlacing of small white daisies with yellow centers, set in intense shades of cobalt blue, black, and crystal. An enchanting play of colors, transparencies, and reflections enhances every detail of the handcrafted work.
Expressive eyes, a tiny red nose, pointed ears, and an elegantly curved tail, adorned with delicate golden highlights, give the sculpture a special charm.
A refined detail in transparent glass, delicately molded around the neck, completes the piece, lending it an extra touch of elegance.
Each sculpture is unique and unrepeatable. Small variations in the arrangement of the murrine, in shapes and details testify to the authenticity of an artisanal craft handed down through generations of glassmasters.
More than a simple decorative object, this kitten represents a small fragment of Murano’s history, a work capable of bringing the charm, beauty, and value of the ancient Venetian tradition into contemporary spaces.
Perfect as a collector’s item, a refined complement
Seller's Story
I was born and raised on the island of Murano, where glass is not simply a material, but a tradition that is lived every day. Since childhood I breathed in the warmth of the furnaces and watched the master glassmakers transform incandescent matter into shapes, colors and light.
C growing up in Murano means learning early to recognize the value of true artistic glass: weight, transparency, murrine, the small imperfections that make each piece unique. This knowledge, developed in a family and artisanal setting, today allows me to select only authentic works, handmade on the island according to traditional techniques.
Each creation I present – vases, sculptures, decorative objects and lamps – is born from entirely manual work, without industrial molds. Color, shape and texture variations are not defects, but the signature of the artisan who made each single piece.
All works come with a certificate of authenticity, guaranteeing their origin and quality.
My objective is to offer not mere objects, but authentic fragments of Murano’s history, destined to endure over time and to bring into my clients’ homes the beauty and value of Venetian craftsmanship.
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Era
After 2000
Glass type
Murano glass
Number of objects
1
Title
Scultura di Gattino in Murrine di Murano
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Glass
Condition
As new - unused
Height
12 cm
Width
5 cm
Depth
5 cm
Estimated period
2026
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