Murano glass Pulcino – Alessandro Pianon

• Alessandro Pianon for Vistosi, Pulcino model in hand-blown Murano glass with applied murrines, Italy, circa 1960.
• Transparent green glass body decorated with blue, green, and red strokes, murrine eyes, copper feet.
• Very fine condition.
• H 31 CM X D 6 CM X W 15 CM.

Pulcino by Alessandro Pianon for Vistosi

Created in the early 1960s, the Pulcino by Alessandro Pianon for Vistosi is among the most recognizable post-war Murano glass designs. With its segmented ovoid silhouette stylistically evoking a chick, this piece sits at the intersection of decorative object, domestic sculpture, and Italian design.

Each piece is crafted from hand-blown glass and enriched with applied murrines fused into the material. This decoration is far from incidental: it introduces visual rhythm, texture, and chromatic nuances that make every piece unique. Variations in size, tone, and murrine distribution contribute to the series’ vibrant character.

The glass body rests on slender stylized copper legs, providing stability while enhancing the impression of lightness. The contrast between the warmth of the metal and the translucency of the glass is central to the composition’s balance. This base is not merely functional; it is an integral part of the design that accentuates its sculptural presence.

Through the Pulcino, Alessandro Pianon demonstrates his ability to condense true artistic quality into a simple form. This iconic creation perfectly illustrates the spirit of 1960s Italian design, where formal inventiveness meets the artisanal excellence of Murano glassworks.