Reticello Bowl with 14 Pulegoso Leaves by Carlo Scarpa for Barovier & Toso, 1940s

About This Piece

Vintage Design

Sculptural chandelier with a unique combination of reticello and Pulegoso finish. The reticello bowl indicates the decade. It is achieved by stacking two filigree spiral bowls in opposite directions. Before the works of Carlo Scarpa and Dino Martens in the 1940s, reticello was made without bubbles in the center of each square of clear glass that resulted from the nesting. Simply because it was considered a flaw to see bubbles. In the following decade, the overlap was carried out on the Piera, since the bubble trapped by the reeds was considered an advantage. The 14 leaves have a striped transparent central stem and the feathers are made in Pulegoso. My friend Sergio Rossi, master of Murano, when he saw the photo said "the times when Pulegoso was produced in the Crucible". The complete Pulegoso lot was made by Barovier for the lighting and by Venini or Seguso for the accessories. The Pulegoso finish, from puleghe (chips, the chemical powder that is added to create an infinite number of bubbles within the glass mass) is a signature of the Barovier chandelier. Reticello has white filigree canes and creates a wonderful interplay with the three bulbs inside the bowl. The crown of Pulegoso leaves collects the light to surround the masterpiece of the bowl. A masterpiece that highlights a very special place with a historic chandelier. The hardware shows typical pre-WWII construction, with a wooden arm support (after WWII it is metal) and carries three regular light bulbs (for the US the sockets will be changed). This is an incredible unique chandelier that can be considered a milestone in the history of glass making. Today only a few masters can create a bubble-free reticello bowl of this size. The bowl measures 38cm in diameter.

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* The cable of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise.

Creator	Carlo Scarpa
Production Period	1940 to 1949
Style	Vintage
Detailed Condition	Good — This vintage/antique item may have some wear such as scratches and other signs of ageing.
SKU	NZJ-1920338
Restoration and Damage Details	Usura compatibile con l’età e l’utilizzo. Lievi mancanze. Al momento della pubblicazione il lampadario ha il cablaggio originale. Su richiesta e a titolo gratuito può essere cablato con componenti compatibili con lo standard elettrico del cliente. Le part
Materials	Murano Glass
Color	Clear
Height	102 cm 102 cm
Diameter	62 cm
Weight Range	Standard — Between 40kg and 80kg

Shipping & Delivery

Ships from	Italy
Returns	Returns accepted within fourteen days of delivery, except for Made-to-order items

Sustainability

Carbon Neutral	For every purchase made, Pamono offsets 100% of estimated carbon emissions from global shipping.
Vintage	Choosing vintage and antique furniture reduces your carbon footprint by cutting down on waste and reduces demand for new materials and extends the life of the products we use.

Delivery Options

Front Door Delivery: (Included in Every Order)	A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below). The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time. A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection. Item will be left in its packaging after delivery. A signature will be required upon delivery.
In-Home Delivery: (For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)	A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers. The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time. A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection. Item will be left in its packaging after delivery. A signature will be required upon delivery.

Front Door Delivery:
(Included in Every Order)

A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below).
The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

In-Home Delivery:
(For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)

A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers.
The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

*Important Note

Please examine every order upon delivery. In the event that there are visible signs of damage or missing or incorrect pieces, please indicate the problem on the Delivery Note and contact us within 48 hours of delivery. A signed delivery receipt without notations of missing, damaged, or incorrect item(s) represents your acceptance of the complete order in perfect condition.

About the Creator

Carlo Scarpa

Born in Venice in 1906, Carlo Scarpa studied architectural design at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Venice. After graduating in 1926, he taught architectural drawing at the Academy, where he held multiple posts throughout his life. At the same time, Scarpa launched his career as an industrial and interior designer, creating multiple designs for Venini Glass Works in Venice. His most recognized pre-war project, however, was the 1935 restoration and renovation of the School of Economics at the University of Venice. His post-war commissions consisted primarily of historic building renovations, interior remodeling, and exhibition installations, often revealing the influence of Art Nouveau, Frank Lloyd Wright, and Josef Hoffmann.

Scarpa’s architecture is characterized by a great sensitivity to the changes of time. Important projects include the Canova Plaster Cast Gallery in Possagno (Treviso) (1955-1957); Olivetti showroom in Piazza S. Marco, Venice (1957-1958); and the Banca Popolare di Verona, which Scarpa began in 1973, and which was completed after his death by Arrigo Rudi.

He created multiple landscape, garden, and building designs across Italy, as well as in Canada, the U.S., Saudi Arabia, Switzerland, and France. He died in Japan in 1978. He is buried, fittingly, in the Brion Tomb complex in the San Vito d'Altivole (Treviso) cemetery—a 1969 Scarpa design that some call his most important work.