Model LT316 “Sfumato” Floor lamp by Carlo Nason for Mazzega
Carlo Nason for Mazzega
Design: 1966 | Manufactured: 1970s
The Model LT316 floor lamp, designed by Carlo Nason for Mazzega in the 1970s, is a striking example of modular glass design. Composed of stacked, hand-blown Murano glass elements on a bronze base, the lamp resembles a luminous totem, with each glass section contributing to its sculptural rhythm and vertical elegance. The combination of clear and frosted glass creates a gentle, diffused light that enhances its layered composition. Supported by a minimalist bronze base, the LT316 reflects Nason’s signature fusion of craftsmanship, experimentation, and timeless modern form.
Condition
The lamp is in excellent vintage condition.Dimensions
⌀35 x H135 cmOrigin
ItalyMaterial
Bronze, transparent and frosted murano glassAbout the designer
Carlo Nason
Carlo Nason (born 1935, Murano, Italy) is one of the leading figures in postwar Italian lighting design. Raised in a family of master glassmakers, he inherited a deep respect for craftsmanship and material honesty. From an early age, he was drawn to the expressive potential of glass, experimenting with form, layering, and light in ways that pushed beyond tradition.
In the 1960s and 1970s, Nason collaborated with A.V. Mazzega, creating some of the most iconic Murano glass designs of the era. His work bridges art and industry: sculptural yet functional, precise yet poetic. Today, Carlo Nason’s creations remain timeless symbols of Italian modernism, celebrated for their clarity, balance, and quiet emotional depth.
About the manufacturer
Mazzega
Founded in 1946 in Murano, Italy, Mazzega is a celebrated glass manufacturer known for its exceptional craftsmanship and creative collaborations with leading designers. The company became particularly influential in the 1960s and 1970s, producing avant-garde lighting that combined Murano’s centuries-old glassmaking tradition with bold modern design. Mazzega’s commitment to quality and artistic innovation has cemented its reputation as a key contributor to Italian lighting design history.