One of Twenty-Three Sheets of Drawings of Glassware (Mirrors, Chandeliers, Goblets, etc.) 1850 - 1880

This drawing, "One of Twenty-Three Sheets of Drawings of Glassware (Mirrors, Chandeliers, Goblets, etc.)" by the Compagnia di Venezia e Murano, depicts two detailed designs for ornate candelabra. Dated from between 1850 and 1880, the drawing captures the craftsmanship of Venetian glassblowing, using colored inks to illustrate the elaborate forms of the chandeliers. The accompanying text in Italian provides information on the size and dimensions of the proposed glasswork. This piece, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into the design process of the famed Murano glassmakers, highlighting the artistry and technical prowess of the Venetian glass industry.