Galleria Barovier&Toso

Murano and glass have been synonymous for centuries. Glassmaking had flourished on this Venetian island since the thirteenth century. In 1291, the city of Venice decreed that all glass manufacturing on the main island must cease to prevent fires. This decision transformed Murano into the exclusive centre for glass production, making it easier to preserve the glassmakers' techniques and trade secrets. The resulting concentration of talent and expertise, combined with Venice's position as a major trade centre, made Venetian glass legendary across the world.