EXPLORING THE ELEGANCE OF VENETIAN MIRRORS: HISTORY, STYLES, APPLICATION AND WHERE TO FIND
➙ UNVEILING THE HISTORY OF VENETIAN MIRRORS
Origins of Venetian Glass: A Glimpse into the Past↓
➙ MURANO MAGIC: THE ARTISTRY BEHIND MURANO VENETIAN MIRRORS
Antique Allure: Tracing the Roots of Venetian Mirrors↓
➙ CRAFTING ELEGANCE: GLASS MIRRORS WITH INTRICATE INCISIONS
Glass Mirrors with Incisions: The Artful Fusion of Form and Function↓
➙ VENETIAN MURANO MIRRORS TODAY: STYLES, APPLICATIONS AND ITALIAN CRAFTSMANSHIP
Timeless Beauty: The Variety of Venetian Murano Mirror Designs.↓
➙ CONTEMPORARY ELEGANCE: MURANO VENETIAN GLASS MIRRORS
Venetian Artistry in Every Room: What Room Do You Put Venetian Mirrors In?↓
➙ WHERE TO FIND THE FINEST ITALIAN VENETIAN MIRRORS: A GUIDE FOR ENTHUSIASTS
Mirror, Mirror on the Wall: Where to Buy Venetian Mirrors in the US?↓
➙ EXPLORING THE INTERSECTION OF MURANO GLASS AND VENETIAN ART
Mirrors and Murano Glass: A Symbiotic Relationship↓
➙ CONCLUSION: ELEVATE YOUR SPACE WITH VENETIAN MIRRORS
The Timeless Allure of Venetian Glass Mirrors↓
UNVEILING THE HISTORY OF VENETIAN MIRRORS ↑
Origins of Venetian Glass: A Glimpse into the Past
Reflection of his face in the water evoked an art form in Vincenzo Redor which he
consecrated throughout his life. In 1540 the Venetian master
glassmaker and ancient lover of deep Mediterranean wisdom, created
something that nobody had ever seen before: the perfect outline of his own image
reflected in a mirror.
Redor’s sublime art was, by then, the pride of Venice: the
whole world envied his unparalleled mastery trying to discover his secret in
every possible way. Maybe the Sun King, Louis XIV, was able to
do so in his most luxurious palace. Although nobody ever reached the style, the
prestige and the beauty of Venice’s soul: its mirror.
A tradition that the Tosi family in Murano has been
safeguarding and projecting into the future for more than a hundred years.
Join us on a journey through time as we delve into the rich history of these
exquisite mirrors.
A portrait of Vincenzo Redor, from his reflection the idea of creating the mirror.
MURANO MAGIC THE ARTISTRY BEHIND MURANO VENETIAN MIRRORS ↑
Antique Allure: Tracing the Roots of Venetian Mirrors
One of the greatest exponents of this ancient art of Venetian mirror making is the Fratelli Tosi in Murano. Since 1900, the sublime art of the Tosi family has been renowned throughout the world and confirmed in the creation of mirrors, furniture and furnishing solutions of incomparable beauty, personalized and made to measure, even when they come from drawings by trusted designers. The perfection of the silver plating carried out using only pure silver, the accuracy of the engravings and grinding finished exclusively by hand, the sparkling universe of colors and the care taken in the final assembly make each Tosi creation an indisputable masterpiece.
CRAFTING ELEGANCE: GLASS MIRRORS WITH INTRICATE INCISIONS ↑
Glass Mirrors with Incisions: The Artful Fusion of Form and Function
All the Murano glass object produced in our artistic workshop
are customised and made to measure, even when
they come from the out designs
or even starting from the specific project of a designer or
architect.
Silvering perfection carried out using only pure silver, the accuracy of
engravings and grindings that are
exclusively hand finished, the glittering universe of colours and the care taken
in the final assembly make
every Tosi creation an indisputable masterpiece.
Engraving Phase
Cutting Phase
Silver Plating
Final Assembly
VENETIAN MURANO MIRRORS TODAY: STYLES, APPLICATIONS AND ITALIAN CRAFTSMANSHIP ↑
Timeless Beauty: The Variety of Venetian Murano Mirror Designs.
Fratelli Tosi is an ambassadors in the world and point of reference in
Murano for the production of authentic
Venetian mirrors, reproduction of antique mirrors, modern
mirrors, applique mirrors, glass furniture and
TV mirrors.
The ancient history of the Venetian mirror has always been appreciated all over
the world not only for its beauty but also as a real object of
art and investment for houses, villas, hotels or
private collectors. Fratelli Tosi produces luxurious mirrors even with the
most complex shapes. Directly in our Murano glass workshop we
create individual items and important products made of artistic Murano
glass for special orders that are exported all over the
world.
Venetian Style Mirror
Reproduction of Antique Mirrors
TV Mirrors
Applique Mirrors
Reflecting Style: Choosing the Right Venetian Mirror for Your Space
Discover our collections of Venetian mirrors and choose the mirror model you prefer.
CONTEMPORARY ELEGANCE: MURANO VENETIAN GLASS MIRRORS ↑
Venetian Artistry in Every Room: What Room Do You Put Venetian Mirrors In?
Given the wide range of shapes and sizes in which you can find mirrors in
ancient Venetian glass - as well
as the variety of designs - these mirrors can be used as a
decorative focal point, such as a
sculpture. Very
used in villas, historic residences and luxury
hotels and yachts.
They can be used both in the dining room, living room, bedroom, entrance or
in the bathroom, these mirrors
can be combined with modern or classic furniture. In
addition to increasing the size of the room give value to
the environment.
Italian Mirror Makers: Masters of Venetian Glass Craftsmanship
The Fratelli Tosi belong to an ancient family of glass makers present in Murano since the
second
half of the XIX century. In 1540, the Venetian Vincenzo Redor patented and invented the
Venetian
mirror with a flat and regular surface. From here the art of the mirror became
widespread and in the
16th century the engraving with diamond on the glass produced on Murano. In the
following century,
the decorative mirrors developed and their frames were covered with lists of bevelled
mirrors and
lacquered wooden parts.
In the early 1900s, grandfather Romano Tosi learnt the art of Murano mirror making,
uncovering
its secrets and mastering its peculiarities day by day. This is how he became one of the
best
“specieri” (glassmakers) on the island, giving rise to what would soon become the
production
sought all over the world. In 1970, when our father Gianfranco was a child, he enjoyed
spending
his days in grandfather Romano’s workshop. He preferred to admire the mirror making
process
and occasionally, when allowed, he helped the workers in the delicate packaging work,
thinking
that that unique piece, created by his father’s skilled hands, would reach the homes of
some
wealthy bourgeois. As an adult, he undertook his father’s work with great satisfaction,
treasuring
the teachings received and passing on the passion to his sons Massimo and Mirco. From
2000 to
today, brothers Massimo and Mirco Tosi, at the helm of the family business, bear
witnesses to their
family heritage by carrying on this ancient craft that is a guarantee for the Murano
mirror makers’
art, a unique excellence recognised as an exclusive “artistic expression” handmade on
the island.
Fratelli Tosi introduces the prestigious Fratelli Barbini Venezia Glass Mirror brand
that will integrate
with Barbini mirrors, the already existing collection of mirrors and accessories in
signed Murano
glass, produced with craftsmanship for over a century. With the exclusivity of using the
new brand,
we strongly want to preserve and ensure the continuity of the artistic production of
Barbini Murano
mirrors.
WHERE TO FIND THE FINEST ITALIAN VENETIAN MIRRORS: A GUIDE FOR ENTHUSIASTS ↑
Mirror, Mirror on the Wall: Where to Buy Venetian Mirrors in the US?
We offer a wide range of traditional Venetian Mirrors. All products are
handmade in Italy and can be
delivered worldwide. In the United States there are several showrooms
and e-commerce where you can find Venetian Glass Mirrors and Furniture by
Fratelli Tosi. Some of these are: 1stdibs, Panomo and
Chairish.
1stdibs (stylized as 1stdibs) is an e-commerce company. It has an
online market, selling luxury items such as high-end
furniture for interior design, art and jewelry. The
company has been recognized for “pushing antiques into the 21st century.” It is based in
New York.
Contact us to find out where you can find our Murano glass products
EXPLORING THE INTERSECTION OF MURANO GLASS AND VENETIAN ART ↑
Mirrors and Murano Glass: A Symbiotic Relationship
Every piece of authentic Murano glass, from the ancient to the
contemporary, is inspired the more than
1000 years of the practice of this art in Venice
and on the Island of Murano.
Discover the unique combination of tradition and innovation in the
Murano glass products by Fratelli Tosi visible in the
showroom in Murano, Calle delle Conterie 16.
Contact us to find out where you can find our Murano glass products
CONCLUSION: ELEVATE YOUR SPACE WITH VENETIAN MIRRORS ↑
The Timeless Allure of Venetian Glass Mirrors
Unlocking the Secrets of Italian Craftsmanship in Every Reflection
Enhance your living space with the Venetian Mirror - an
important piece that adds sophistication to
any room. All mirrors and glass furniture can be made
to measure and in different colors to give more
personality to your space. Elevate your furniture with the Venetian
mirror by Fratelli Tosi - where timeless
design meets premium craftsmanship.
Do not let this ancient art disappear, choose only authentic Venetian
mirrors, produced on the island of
Murano.
If you want to receive advice on the authentic
purchase of a Murano glass mirror and
furniture, you can rely on Fratelli Tosi who will be
able to offer you the right choice.