About us
About us
Fornace49 embodies the artisanal excellence and centuries-old tradition of Murano glass.
Founded with an immense passion for the art of glassmaking, we proudly represent the vibrant heart of Venetian craftsmanship. With our extensive experience, we take pride in preserving and passing down the ancient Murano techniques.
Fornace49 is our artistic glassworks, the behind-the-scenes of the Murano Online brand.
For years, we have made glassmaking our core business, producing glass chandeliers and various other items, nurturing the creativity of our masters and adhering to the techniques of the Murano tradition.
Muranonline is the online store of Fornace49, which, thanks to the high quality of its production, sells Murano glass chandeliers worldwide.
We bring the creations of Fornace49's master glassmakers online through the Muranonline platform, offering an immersive experience in the world of glass, tradition, and beauty.
Our Story
How did Fornace49 begin?
It’s 1949, and 12-year-old Basilio sets out at 5 in the morning, first taking the trolleybus and then the coal-powered vaporetto to finally reach the island of Murano. There, he encounters the fire, the furnace, and the workshop. Work begins at 7, and Basilio lets his art, his hands, and the fire come together to create, through their dance, unique and precious glass objects. Stem, leaf, rose, carnation… these flowers adorn chandeliers that, with their transparency, colors, and shapes, will illuminate and decorate spaces.
Fornace49
Basilio a Murano ha appreso tutte le tecniche della tradizione veneziana e i segreti dei grandi Maestri Vetrai, così decide di portare la sua arte anche in terraferma. Nel 1964 apre la sua fornace, sul terreno a fianco a casa. Ora è libero di seguire le sue ispirazioni, creando lampadari in vetro di Murano ogni volta nuovi e diversi. Col tempo le sue opere, sempre più apprezzate, cominciano ad attraversare stati, mari e oceani, arrivando lontano. Da qui prende le mosse Fornace49, con l’intento di portare i suoi lampadari in vetro di Murano in case, palazzi, uffici, negozi, alberghi e ristoranti di tutto il mondo, ricreando magicamente lo splendore e il fasto delle antiche dimore veneziane.
Our creations
Our creations are the expression of the union between the craftsmanship of traditional glassmaking and the technology of modernity. With dedication and commitment, we have developed new products in a modern style to offer our clients a broader and more comprehensive selection.
What makes Fornace49 unique is its innate dedication to artisanal perfection.
When you purchase a Fornace49 chandelier on Murano Online, you’re not just bringing home a piece of art and design, but also celebrating a long and rich tradition. Each chandelier is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece, enriched with the very essence of Murano glass: luminous, sinuous, and vibrant.
Choosing a Fornace49 chandelier means supporting and preserving the artisanal tradition of Murano, keeping alive the passion and craftsmanship that have made this Venetian island famous worldwide.
