I Bizantini is a curated collection of handblown Murano glass drinking glasses and luxury art tumblers that pays homage to the timeless, historic soul of Venice. The collection takes its name from the layered artistry of Byzantine mosaics—capturing the essence  on a striking, contemporary silhouette.
Every single tumbler is a unique study in texture, depth, and light, defined by a distribution of glass elements.
Created in collaboration with young maestro Dario Frare—known for his detailed sculptures and realistic naturalia reproductions—the fabrication process is intensely tactile. The molten glass is rolled in an argento esterno (exposed silver leaf) technique; left on the outer surface of the glass, the silver undergoes a controlled partial oxidation that transforms its sheen into a deep, warm gold. The colorful macie tociate (glass spots) are then applied asymmetrically, and once hand-opened, Dario introduces an organic irregularity to the hot surface, giving each piece its distinct character.
The current listing features the Black and Silver Set, characterized by its monochromatic depth and sophisticated tonal contrast. It features a striking blend of deep charcoal and black spots, smoky accents, and a dense, shimmering field of exposed silver leaf with subtle hints of oxidized gold.
Crafted for the discerning collector, I Bizantini bridges the raw, expressive weight of traditional glasswork with an aristocratic elegance. These are not merely functional objects; they are fragments of Venetian history reimagined for the modern table.