Carlo Nason

Designers

Dec 13

**“In my next life I will be an artist”**
-Carlo Nason

**Born**: 1935 (Murano, Italy)
**Nationality**: Italian

Carlo Nason is a renowned Italian lighting designer and glassmaker, recognized for his innovative and distinctive contributions to contemporary lighting design. Nason was born in 1935 in Murano, into a family of prestigious glassmakers. His father, Vincenzo Nason, ran the well known glass company NasonMoretti and eventually opened a second glass company under the name Vincenzo Nason & C in 1941.

Nason's career took off in the 1960s when he began collaborating with various Italian design companies, including renowned brands like Mazzega and Tonell. His designs often feature fluid shapes and a vibrant play of light and color, showcasing the unique properties of glass. He is particularly known for the use of mouth-blown glass techniques, which allow for intricate and organic forms that are both aesthetically pleasing and functional.

LT 305 Table lamp designed by Carlo Nason for A.V. Mazzega (picture by Carlo Nason) via Palainco

LS 120 pendant in opaline blown glass designed by Carlo Nason for A.V. Mazzega (picture by Carlo Nason) via Palainco

LS 134 pendant in opaline blown glass designed by Carlo Nason for A.V. Mazzega (picture by Carlo Nason) via Palainco

LS 132 pendant consisting of discs in iridescent crystal designed by Carlo Nason for A.V. Mazzega (picture by Carlo Nason).

LS 150 and LS 151 pendants in crystal or opaline glass designed by Carlo Nason for A.V. Mazzega (picture by Carlo Nason) via Palainco

LS 170 pendant consisting of 312 'hooks' in opaline glass designed by Carlo Nason for A.V. Mazzega (picture by Carlo Nason) via Palainco

LT 301 and LT 302 table lamps in opaline glass designed by Carlo Nason for A.V. Mazzega (picture by Carlo Nason) via Palainco

LT 220 floor lamp designed by Carlo Nason for A.V. Mazzega (photo by Carlo Nason).

LT 315 and LT 316 floor lamps in white sfumato glass designed by Carlo Nason for A.V. Mazzega (picture by Carlo Nason).

LT 313 and LT 314 floor lamps in opaline glass with white and blue stripes designed by Carlo Nason for A.V. Mazzega (picture by Carlo Nason).

Throughout his career, Nason has created a wide range of lighting fixtures, from chandeliers to table lamps, that have attained acclaim in both residential and commercial settings. His pieces often draw inspiration from natural forms, creating an ethereal quality that elevates the surrounding space.

In addition to his designs, Nason has played a significant role in promoting the art of Murano glassmaking, advocating for the preservation of traditional techniques while embracing contemporary design. His work continues to inspire new generations of designers, reaffirming the importance of craftsmanship and innovation in the realm of lighting design.

WORKS

Carlo Nason floor lamp, model LT316 for Mazzega, Italy, c. 1969

Carlo Nason table lamp, model LT 226 for Mazzega, c. 1965

Carlo Nason LT 320 Model “Cactus” Floor Lamp in Murano and Steel for Mazzega, Italy 1960s

Carlo Nason Table lamp, model LT305 for A.V. Mazzega, Italy, c. 1969

Carlo Nason table lamp, model LT 323 for A.V. Mazzega, Italy, c. 1969

Rare floor lamp by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, 1960s

Carlo Nason Sconces for Mazzega PN, 1960s

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Model LS134 chandelier by Carlo Nason for Mazzega in Murano Glass, 1960s

Green & White Murano Glass Floor Lamp by Carlo Nason for Selenova Italy 1960

Table Lamp In Murano Glass By Carlo Nason For Mazzega- Italy 1969

Model LT 220 floor lamp by Carlo Nason for A.V. Mazzega

Murano Glass Floor Lamp by Mazzega, 1960s

Carlo Nason Mondernist Wall Sconces, 1960s

Vintage Mazzega Floor Lamp by Carlo Nason, 1970s

PLEASE NOTE* WE HAVE NOT INCLUDED EVERY WORK OF CARLO NASON’S, WE URGE OUR READERS TO DO THEIR OWN INDEPENDENT RESEARCH INTO ALL OF His DESIGNS.

DISCLAIMER: THE MILLIE VINTAGE DOES NOT OWN ANY RIGHTS TO THESE PHOTOS. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL IMAGES AND COPYRIGHT BELONGS TO THE ORIGINAL OWNERS. NO COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT INTENDED.

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