1940's Barovier & Toso Pendant Chandelier
Absolutely exquisite Murano pendant crystal chandelier with sculptural glass Rostrato bowl detailing & brass hardware. Design by Barovier Toso c. 1940’s.
Condition: Very Good, wear consistent with age. Light has been professional re-wired & tested for US electrical. We recommend you always hire a licensed electrician for installation.
Dimensions: 27.56” H x 18” W
History of Barovier & Toso
The company is one of the oldest family businesses in the world, founded in 1295 as Barovier. The Barovier family, originally from Treviso, settled in Murano around 1291, when a low of the Republic imposed the concentration on the island of all glass furnaces. The name Barovier derives from the term berroviere, highwayman or policeman, which indicates they were armigers, meaning a person entitled to bear arms. The Toso family had been established in Murano since around 1350. The two families merged their businesses in 1936, but it was not until 1942 when the company was renamed Barovier & Toso. Between the years 1919-1920, Ercole Barovier began his 50-year career as the artistic director of the company. Originally a student of medicine who later worked as a radio operator during WWI, he joined in the family firm in 1920 when he and his brother Nicolo took over management from their father Benvenuto. While Ercole did not have formal training as a glass blower, his artistic designs produced the most critically acclaimed in the history of the company, including the gorgeous pendant chandelier above.
Shipping & Delivery—Shipping costs are not included in the sale price of this item as it varies greatly depending on location. This piece is available for worldwide shipping. Please contact us for shipping quotes. At checkout, please select the shipping option Invoice Forthcoming. After purchase we will reach out with an invoice and to make arrangements. We always work to get the most affordable shipping rates while ensuring the safe delivery of our pieces. If you have any questions, please email orders@shopcurioshop.com.
Local Delivery—Local Delivery is available for Manhattan, Brooklyn, & Queens. Please email us to make arrangements.
Absolutely exquisite Murano pendant crystal chandelier with sculptural glass Rostrato bowl detailing & brass hardware. Design by Barovier Toso c. 1940’s.
Condition: Very Good, wear consistent with age. Light has been professional re-wired & tested for US electrical. We recommend you always hire a licensed electrician for installation.
Dimensions: 27.56” H x 18” W
History of Barovier & Toso
The company is one of the oldest family businesses in the world, founded in 1295 as Barovier. The Barovier family, originally from Treviso, settled in Murano around 1291, when a low of the Republic imposed the concentration on the island of all glass furnaces. The name Barovier derives from the term berroviere, highwayman or policeman, which indicates they were armigers, meaning a person entitled to bear arms. The Toso family had been established in Murano since around 1350. The two families merged their businesses in 1936, but it was not until 1942 when the company was renamed Barovier & Toso. Between the years 1919-1920, Ercole Barovier began his 50-year career as the artistic director of the company. Originally a student of medicine who later worked as a radio operator during WWI, he joined in the family firm in 1920 when he and his brother Nicolo took over management from their father Benvenuto. While Ercole did not have formal training as a glass blower, his artistic designs produced the most critically acclaimed in the history of the company, including the gorgeous pendant chandelier above.
Shipping & Delivery—Shipping costs are not included in the sale price of this item as it varies greatly depending on location. This piece is available for worldwide shipping. Please contact us for shipping quotes. At checkout, please select the shipping option Invoice Forthcoming. After purchase we will reach out with an invoice and to make arrangements. We always work to get the most affordable shipping rates while ensuring the safe delivery of our pieces. If you have any questions, please email orders@shopcurioshop.com.
Local Delivery—Local Delivery is available for Manhattan, Brooklyn, & Queens. Please email us to make arrangements.
Absolutely exquisite Murano pendant crystal chandelier with sculptural glass Rostrato bowl detailing & brass hardware. Design by Barovier Toso c. 1940’s.
Condition: Very Good, wear consistent with age. Light has been professional re-wired & tested for US electrical. We recommend you always hire a licensed electrician for installation.
Dimensions: 27.56” H x 18” W
History of Barovier & Toso
The company is one of the oldest family businesses in the world, founded in 1295 as Barovier. The Barovier family, originally from Treviso, settled in Murano around 1291, when a low of the Republic imposed the concentration on the island of all glass furnaces. The name Barovier derives from the term berroviere, highwayman or policeman, which indicates they were armigers, meaning a person entitled to bear arms. The Toso family had been established in Murano since around 1350. The two families merged their businesses in 1936, but it was not until 1942 when the company was renamed Barovier & Toso. Between the years 1919-1920, Ercole Barovier began his 50-year career as the artistic director of the company. Originally a student of medicine who later worked as a radio operator during WWI, he joined in the family firm in 1920 when he and his brother Nicolo took over management from their father Benvenuto. While Ercole did not have formal training as a glass blower, his artistic designs produced the most critically acclaimed in the history of the company, including the gorgeous pendant chandelier above.
Shipping & Delivery—Shipping costs are not included in the sale price of this item as it varies greatly depending on location. This piece is available for worldwide shipping. Please contact us for shipping quotes. At checkout, please select the shipping option Invoice Forthcoming. After purchase we will reach out with an invoice and to make arrangements. We always work to get the most affordable shipping rates while ensuring the safe delivery of our pieces. If you have any questions, please email orders@shopcurioshop.com.
Local Delivery—Local Delivery is available for Manhattan, Brooklyn, & Queens. Please email us to make arrangements.
