Massimo Micheluzzi is a Venetian artist who combines traditional Murano glassmaking techniques with a personal exploration of colour, surface and form.
Inspired by the lagoon and the architecture of Venice, his works range from fluid shapes and iridescent transparencies to carved glass, mosaics and sculptural compositions.
About the Artist
Born in Venice in 1957, with a background in art and architectural history, Massimo Micheluzzi began his own practice in glass in the late 1990s. For over twenty-five years, he has worked closely with master glassblowers in Murano, personally overseeing every stage of the creative process, from shaping the molten glass in the furnace to cold finishing.
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Fluid Forms
Inspired by the movement of water in the Venetian lagoon, these vases feature soft, flowing shapes and delicate translucent surfaces that interact with natural light, highlighting the fluid qualities of glass.
Mosaic Works
Inspired by historic mosaics and Venetian terrazzo floors, these works combine fragments of glass to create intricate patterns and compositions that explore the relationship between colour, texture and material.
Architectonic Glass
Sculptural works in clear or opaque black glass, defined by solid forms and carved surfaces. Their shapes explore the relationship between architecture, light and the properties of glass.
Exhibitions & Collections
Massimo Micheluzzi’s works are held in international museum collections, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris, the Museo del Vetro in Murano and Villa Necchi Campiglio in Milan.
In 2019, he received the Glass in Venice Prize, followed by the MAM Award (Maestro d’Arte e Mestiere) in 2022. In 2023, he presented a series of mosaic works at the Negozio Olivetti in Venice, created in dialogue with the architecture of Carlo Scarpa.
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The Gallery
Micheluzzi Gallery is located at Ponte delle Maravegie, near the Accademia, in the Dorsoduro district of Venice. For over twenty-five years, Massimo Micheluzzi has presented his glass works here, offering a personal interpretation of Murano techniques and traditions.
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In 2001, the Financial Times published an article about the renewed interest in Murano glass, introducing Massimo Micheluzzi’s work and his approach to traditional techniques.
One of Massimo Micheluzzi’s recent press appearances was on the cover of AD Italia in 2024. His vases have become a prominent feature in the interiors of homes frequently highlighted in leading interior design magazines.
Elle Décor France featured a profile of Massimo Micheluzzi, with an interview and a visit to his studio. The article explores his creative process and the making of his glass works.
Micheluzzi Glass
In 2019, Elena and Margherita Micheluzzi founded Micheluzzi Glass. Their collections of vases, glassware and lighting share a connection with their father’s work while developing their own approach to Murano glass.
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