Artist, designer and glass virtuoso Simone Crestani is a luminary in the world of glass art, combining time-honored tradition with innovative glassblowing techniques to create exquisite sculptures, vessels and modern objets d’art.
Born in 1984 in Marostica, near Venice, Crestani began working with glass at age 15 as an apprentice at the Massimo Lunardon glass factory. Following a 10-year apprenticeship, Crestani opened his atelier and studio in Camisano Vicentino in northern Italy in 2010.
Dedicated to research and exploring new glassblowing methods, Crestani has moved away from working with traditional Murano glass to borosilicate glass, using a specialized flameworking technique he calls “hollow sculpture.”
By using borosilicate glass, which is nearly unbreakable, Crestani can shape and mold his pieces with extraordinary detail. Nature inspires many of his works, such as his Serpentine barware, bird decanters, octopus-inspired Polpo pitchers, antler-topped Africa Trophy bottles, molecular Alchemica glassware line and beautiful candelabras adorned with roses. Other notable Crestani creations include his luminous E-Sumi wall sconces and table lamps, influenced by traditional Japanese sumi-e paintings.
Crestani has collaborated with leading designers such as Giordano Viganò, with whom he made several sculptural wood and glass tables, and Italian glass expert Roberto Giulio Rida for Bernd Goeckler Antiques’ Duetto collection. Among its pieces are the bonsai-like Avatar chandelier and the Scarabei mirror, with glass scarabs embedded in its circular frame.
Since 2006, Crestani’s works have been shown in solo and group exhibitions around the world, including PAD Paris, the Venice Biennale and Salon Art + Design in New York.
On 1stDibs, find a range of Simone Crestani serveware, decorative objects, lighting and more.
$30,010Sale Price|20% Off
Sparkling Cabinet by Simone Crestani in Pink Lacquered Wood
By Simone Crestani
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Sparkling cabinet is a one-of-a-kind- project in which the artist ironically plays with glass creating a brilliant and original decoration. Produced in a single piece in pink lacque...
Brass
$35,710 / item
Bambuseto Wood and Glass Bookshelf by Simone Crestani
By Simone Crestani
Located in Milan, IT
The Bambuseto Wood Bookshelf raises important questions about sustainability. While the use of bamboo boards suggests an eco-friendly approach, the design also invites reflection on ...
Glass, Wood
Lacquered Wood Cabinet with Chinese Seenes
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This beautiful two doors cabinet is made of black and red lacquered wood presenting Chinese sceens and decorations in gold tones. This is a French work. Circa 1940
Brass, Bronze
Bookshelf Books in Solid Walnut Wood
Located in Paris, FR
Bookshelf books all in solid walnut wood. the third shelf from the bottom is wider. Also available with all shelves at the same size, on request. L 3...
Wood, Walnut
$544
H 15.75 in W 18.51 in D 25.6 in
Open Bookshelf by Anonima Castelli, Walnut Wood, Italian Design, 1940s
By Anonima Castelli
Located in Roma, IT
Elegant open bookshelf produced by Anonima Castelli, Bologna, circa late 1930s–early 1940s. A fine example of Italian rationalist–era furniture, the piece combines functionality and ...
Wood
SIMONE CABINET - Modern Oak Armoire with Authentic Snakeskin
By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
SIMONE CABINET - Modern Oak Armoire with Authentic Snakeskin The Simone Cabinet is a modern and stylish armoire that is sure to make a statement in any room. It features a bleached ...
Gold Leaf
$9,071Sale Price|65% Off
H 61.03 in W 67.72 in D 26.78 in
Promemoria TV Cabinet in Zebrano Wood with Blue Lacquer Interior
By Promemoria
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This beautifully crafted cabinet from Promemoria has a luminous secret. When you open the TV cabinet, you can see the blue lacquer finish on the inside, wh...
Wood, Lacquer
Vintage Modern Stainless Steel and Glass Bookshelf Etagere
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Italian étagère features a solid construction of brushed stainless steel with five glass shelves for display. Striking modern bookshelf for home or shop storage and display. Ple...
Stainless Steel
Marianne Bookshelf by Mingardo
Located in Geneve, CH
Marianne bookshelf by Mingardo Dimensions: D62 x W30 x H240 cm Materials: Matte nickel structure, tempered glass shelves. Natural brass details w...
Brass, Nickel
$6,858 / item
H 45.28 in W 60.24 in D 20.08 in
Basalto cabinet, in pink lacquered wood by Accardi Buccheri for Medulum
By Mauro Accardi & Silvia Buccheri
Located in Meolo, Venezia
A journey through the ancient history of earth, to search the origin of earth’s surface creation. Most of the oceanic crust is made up of an incredibly resistant volcanic rock: basalt. This rock is generated by the rapid cooling of the lava flows, basalt is often visible in its columnar conformation, examples are visible all over the world, spectacular formations with an artificial appearance. Basalto is a collection of containers inspired by the sculptural ability of nature itself, it consists of two monolithic cabinets...
Brass
Wood and Steel Offset Bookshelf
By Brendan Bass
Located in Dallas, TX
The wood and steel offset bookshelf is a shelving system that's perfect for any room in your home. It has a clean, mid-century look with a modern and contemporary edge. The shelves a...
Steel
$6,138 / item
H 62.21 in W 47.25 in D 21.66 in
Modernist Storage Cabinet in Lacquered Wood and Tubular Steel Hardware, Bespoke
By GMD Berlin
Located in Berlin, DE
Bespoke wooden storage cabinet manufactured by GMD Berlin. Wood finish in various colors and finishes. Also available in veneered wood. Available on request in different amounts. De...
Steel
$13,669 / item
H 65.36 in W 39.38 in D 21.66 in
Regis Copper Bar Cabinet, Modern Design, Lacquered Metal & Wood, Made in Italy
By ULTRAMOBILI
Located in Pesaro, IT
Regis Copper Bar Cabinet, Modern Design, Lacquered Metal & Wood, Made in Italy DESIGNER: ULTRAMOBILI // MATERIALS: Copper Lacquered Wood base, Dichroic Mirror inserts // ORIGIN:...
Metal
$8,289 / item
H 57.49 in W 47.64 in D 19.69 in
Modern Lacquered Wood & Metal High Board Cabinet, European Design
Located in New York, NY
Cabinet type: High board Finish: can choose Material: Wood, metal, lacquer Four push-pull doors and inside shelf. Metal base lacquered in same finish. Lacquer coating in variety of...
Metal
$5,010
H 57 in W 40 in D 21 in
1970's Vintage Sculptural Chest, Dresser Or Cabinet In White Lacquered Wood
Located in North Miami, FL
This amazing sculptural Brutalist meets organic modern meets modern vintage cabinet, gentlemen's chest or dry bar was at one time 8 years ago wi...
Wood, Lacquer
Vintage French Plank Wood and Metal Industrial Bookshelf
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage French industrial bookshelf pairs solid plank wood shelving with a black metal frame for a striking blend of rustic warmth and industrial edge. Sourced from France, the ...
Metal
$7,295
H 71.26 in W 49.22 in D 16.15 in
Bookshelf, Solid Wood Linear Design, Natural Oak Structure, Glass Shelves, Italy
By Living Divani, Nathan Yong
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Bookshelf, Solid Wood Linear Design, Natural Oak Structure, Glass Shelving, Italy TITLE: Off Cut Bookshelf DESIGNER: Nathan Yong STYLE: Modern MATERIALS: Natural Oak, Tempered Glass...
Glass, Wood, Oak