Iceberg Table Lamps in Murano by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, Italy, 1970s, Set of 2

About This Piece

Vintage Design

Carlo Nason, a designer from Murano, collaborated with Mazzega to bring forth some of the most innovative glass lighting designs of the 20th century. Mazzega, celebrated for its mastery in Murano glass, blended traditional techniques with modern forms, as seen in Nason’s iconic "Iceberg" lamp. The "Iceberg" lamp, model LT301, features a striking glass shade crafted from Murano glass, known for its quality and craftsmanship.

Design
The shade’s ribbed structure mimics the layered texture of natural ice formations, adding a tactile element to its design. This glass piece is mounted on a discreet metal base, concealing a single E14 light socket within. When the lamp is turned off, the glass appears translucent with a subtle, frosted quality, allowing light to pass through but keeping a sense of solidity. Its organic form evokes the jagged, asymmetrical lines of an iceberg, giving the lamp a sculptural presence even when unlit. The combination of the ribbed texture and the flowing shape creates a design that feels both fluid and grounded.

Once illuminated, the lamp transforms as light diffuses through the ribbed glass, casting a soft blue glow across its surface. This subtle shift creates a tranquil, atmospheric effect, as the glass appears to come alive with a soft inner radiance. The interplay of light and shadow along the ridges adds depth and dimension, enhancing the organic feel of the piece.

Condition
The lamps are in very good condition.

Documentation
Part of the Mazzega Catalogue

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Creator	Carlo Nason
Manufacturer	Mazzega
Design Period	1970 to 1979
Production Period	Unknown
Country of Manufacture	Italy
Identifying Marks	This piece has been attributed based on archival documentation, such as vintage catalogs, designer records, or other literature sources
Style	Italian, Mid-Century, Italian Modern
Detailed Condition	Very Good — This vintage/antique item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use.
	The vendor has confirmed this piece is in working order.
Restoration and Damage Details	Light wear consistent with age and use
Plug Type	European Plug (up to 250V)
Product Code	UQV-1998379
Materials	Murano Glass
Color	Clear, blue
Width	25 cm 25 cm
Depth	20 cm 20 cm
Height	20 cm 20 cm

Shipping & Delivery

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About the Creator

Carlo Nason

Italian designer Carlo Nason was born into a family of expert glassmakers in 1935 in Murano, Venice. His father, Vincenzo Nason, directed the renowned glass business NasonMoretti and opened a second glass business under the name Vincenzo Nason & C in 1941. From an early age, the younger Nason received training in the art of glassblowing, learning about both the properties of the material and the artisanal techniques used in glass molding and decoration.

The very first objects designed by Nason date to 1959 and include in a collection of mold-blown vases produced by V Nason & C. Today, they are held by the Corning Museum of Glass in Corning, New York.

Driven by his passion for design—especially clean, geometric forms—Nason decided in the 1960s to distance himself from his family's business, which was specialized mainly in very traditional, ornate decorative objects. Nason redirected his focus toward designing glass lighting in a modernist idiom.

Nason's had intended to produce his early solo designs himself in small batches, but soon his spirit of experimentation and innovation caught the attention of Murano glass lighting manufacturer A. V. Mazzega, and the company invited Nason to collaborate on new collections. The partnership lasted from 1965 until the 1980s and resulted in an array of iconic lighting designs that remain in demand today. Parallel to the collaboration with A. V. Mazzega, Nason also produced designs for other important Murano glass companies, such as De Majo, i-tre, Murano Due,Vistosi, , and Firme di Vetro.

Nason continued to create designs in the 1980s and 1990s, but he also took on work as a consultant for Casinos Austria and worked as a photographer. Nason's works have been exhibited over the decades in a number of art and design museums and galleries in Paris, Milan, and New York. He lives and works in Murano.