Mid 20th Century Carlo Scarpa Style Battuto Glass Carafe

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This beautifully textured glass carafe is unmarked but is a striking example of the Battuto technique - developed in Murano … Read more This beautifully textured glass carafe is unmarked but is a striking example of the Battuto technique - developed in Murano - where the glass is sculpted by hand with a grinding wheel.

The carafe features a deep ruby red hue with the softly undulating battuto pattern catching light beautifully, adding depth and dimension to the saturated color. Perfect for collectors of Murano and mid-century modern glass, this piece embodies artisanal craftsmanship and timeless design.

Battuto, meaning "beaten," is the technique that most challenges the skill and delicacy of the master glassmaker. The use of a grinding wheel on the glass creates countless small and apparently irregular marks on the surface. The piece closely resembles works by Carlo Scarpa, the Italian architect and designer, who revived and popularized the battuto technique in the 20th century through his work with Venini, the Murano glass firm. See less