The Venini Bolle bottle 503.01 has been classic designs from Venini since it was introduced in 1966. Today, the Bolle bottles can be admired in art museums around the world. Finnish designer Tapio Wirkkala conceived the original design, rediscovering the long-forgotten Incalmo technique while working with Venini. Incalmo, which means fusion in Italian, describes the process of fusing two glass elements of the same diameter but different colors while they are in a molten state. This technique can be repeated multiple times, allowing for the creation of glass objects with rings of various colors. A raised element is intentionally left at the base of each bottle, symbolizing the bounce of a water droplet and showcasing the skilled craftsmanship of Venetian glassblowers.
Venini Bolle details
- Brand: Venini
- Collection: Bolle
- Material: Murano glass
- Color: grey and sea blue
- Height: 34.5 cm / 13.58 in
- Diameter: 10 cm / 3.93 in
- Design: Tapio Wirkkala
About Designer
Tapio Wirkkala, an influential Finnish artist and designer, played a key role in elevating Finnish design on the global stage. By the time he began creating pieces for VENINI in the 1960s, Wirkkala was already widely recognized for his innovative work across multiple design fields. His collaboration with VENINI marked an exciting phase in his career, particularly as he revived the historic “Incalmo” technique, often blending it with “Mezzafiligrana” and “Murrine” techniques. Thanks to his creative vision and the skill of Murano’s glassmakers, Wirkkala’s works are now celebrated in major art and design museums worldwide.
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