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TheIsland Full of Glass Te first glass chandeliers cre-


ated by Venetian glassmakers date to 1700. Tey became popular after the iron, wood and brass era. Typi- cal Murano chandeliers are called “ciocche chandeliers” and were first created by Giuseppe Briati in the eighteenth century. Teir distinc- tive look is made from a metallic structure


covered in transparent,


colored glass and adorned with dec- orative flowers, fruit and leaves. When shopping, watch out for the


“Murano style” labels, as this glass is not actually made in Murano. Look for the Vetro Artistico Murano trademark decal in windows of shops to ensure authenticity. Also, don’t be afraid to haggle to get the best price.


A glass worker at Ars Cenedese. ©Ars Cenedese Murano


SHOPPING Ars Cenedese Calle G. di Odoardo 3/1 • Murano Tel: +39-041-739-101 www.arscenedese.com Murano glass specialists, Ars Cenedese has been blowing glass according to tradition since 1946. An impressive showroom highlights their masters’ original creations. Tis is the place to select only the finest Murano glass.


RESTAURANT Osteria La Perla ai Bisatei Campo San Bernardo, 1 • Murano Tel: +39-041-739-528 A true workman’s café, here you will dine with many of Murano’s glassblowers who are also on their lunch break. Te daily specials are always wonderful and worth a try, and prices are extremely reasonable.


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