Tessuti Battuti by Venini

The Tessuti Battuti vase is a timeless example of the artistic innovation that defines Venini’s Murano glassmaking tradition. Designed in 1940 by the renowned architect and designer Carlo Scarpa, this extraordinary piece merges architectural precision with the expressive qualities of hand-blown glass.

Its name—literally meaning “beaten fabrics”—perfectly reflects the visual effect of the surface. Slender rods of colored glass are fused together using the traditional cane technique, forming subtle linear patterns that follow the elegant profile of the vase. Once shaped, the surface is meticulously ground using the battuto technique, creating a texture that resembles delicate pleated fabric and enhancing the depth of the glass.

The result is a captivating composition of lines that seem to converge and diverge along the silhouette, giving the vase a dynamic sense of movement and refinement. Every piece is handcrafted by master glassmakers in Murano, ensuring that each vase carries its own distinctive character while preserving the authenticity of Venetian glassmaking heritage.

Elegant and sculptural, Tessuti Battuti is more than a decorative object—it is a collectible design icon that brings sophistication and artistic heritage to contemporary interiors.