Ferro Glass Masterworks Join WMODA Collection

Posted on June 22, 2025July 26, 2025 Tagged collectable glass, contemporary art, dale chihuly, ferro murano, florida museum, glass museum, hollywood florida, lino tagliapietra, louise irvine, murano, murano glass, original murano, paul stankard, pietro and riccardo ferro, pino signoretto, rolph powell, toots zynsky, wiener hollywood, wiener museum, wmoda

The Wiener Museum of Decorative Arts (WMODA) in Hollywood, Florida, has announced a significant new acquisition: several vases, bowls and glass sculptures by Pietro and Riccardo Ferro, two internationally celebrated Murano artists renowned for their mastery of glass carving.

This major addition is now on display on the main floor, where visitors can experience the depth, elegance, and expressive force of the Ferros’ artistry. The installation marks one of the largest museum holdings of the duo’s work in North America.

The Ferro brothers’ works – exquisitely carved, dynamic, and often monumental in form – represent a unique intersection of Murano’s centuries-old glass tradition and contemporary sculptural experimentation. Their use of the intaglio carving method transforms molten glass into tactile, light-infused compositions that shift between figuration and abstraction.

Now displayed in close proximity, the Ferros’ carved Murano forms enter into an exciting visual dialogue with both historic and contemporary masters—from Dale Chihuly’s monumental seaforms to the intricate works of Toots Zynsky and the Venetian virtuosity of Pino Signoretto and Lino Tagliapietra. They are joined by the botanical precision of Paul Stankard, the sculptural brilliance of Stephen Rolfe Powell, and a dynamic group of local artists, forming a vibrant gallery of international talent.

Photos from the unpacking and installation capture a special behind-the-scenes moment, with Louise Irvine, the WMODA curatorial team, and myself working closely to prepare the gallery space. This collaboration celebrates not only the exceptional artistry of the Ferros, but also WMODA’s continued commitment to showcasing the finest in decorative glass art from around the world.

This permanent display invites visitors to immerse themselves in the material brilliance and expressive power of Murano’s living tradition—now thriving at WMODA.

WMODA, founded by Arthur Wiener, is a world-class institution dedicated to 19th–21st century fired arts, with a focus on British ceramics and art glass.
Under the visionary leadership of director Louise Irvine, the museum has grown into a dynamic cultural destination where tradition and innovation in decorative arts are celebrated.

Sergio Gnesin

WMODA – Wiener Museum of Decorative Arts
3250 North 29th Avenue
Hollywood, FL 33020
Ph.: 954-376-6690

P. & R. FERRO – Murano’s First-Ever Playable Electric Guitar in Glass

Posted on May 20, 2025July 26, 2025 Tagged carved glass, collectable glass, contemporary art, glass guitar, glass instrument, glass musical instrument, guitar collection, murano, murano glass, original murano, pietro and riccardo ferro, special guitar, venetian glass

A bold fusion of sound and sculpture, this is something the world has never seen before:
A fully playable electric guitar — entirely made of Murano glass.

Crafted by renowned glass artists Pietro & Riccardo Ferro, this incredible work is not just a visual masterpiece — it’s a functional instrument. Every sculpted surface has been hand-carved in Murano, Italy, with only the essential components added to produce sound.

Yes — it plays. And yes — it stuns.

This one-of-a-kind creation challenges the boundary between art and utility, proving once again that the Ferros continue to push Murano’s tradition into new, daring directions.

🎧 TURN UP THE VOLUME. EXPERIENCE THE VISION.

👉 Click here to view the available Murano Glass Guitars
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We represent the Artists in the US and Canada: all our pieces come directly from their Atelier in Murano. Contact us for more available artworks by the Ferros.

Carved in Glass: The Ferro Brothers

Posted on May 9, 2025July 26, 2025 Tagged carved glass, contemporary murano glass, contemporary studio glass, ferro brothers, ferro murano, florida glass museum, murano carved glass, murano glass, pietro and riccardo ferro, pietro riccardo ferro, south florida museum, weiner museum of decorative arts, wmoda

April 30 – May 18, 2025
Experience the magic of Murano glass at WMODA in the museum’s Carved in Glass selling exhibition featuring the work of the fabulous Ferro brothers.

Pietro and Riccardo Ferro specialize in cold-working glass at La Moleria workshop in Murano. The brothers are renowned for their vibrantly colored glass vessels, which are carved several layers deep. Their masterful technique and compelling designs have captivated art enthusiasts and collectors worldwide.

The Carved in Glass exhibition runs until May 18 and is curated by Sergio Gnesin, Italian glass expert and author.

All art sales benefit the educational programs at WMODA which is a 501c3 not-for-profit museum.

WMODA – Wiener Museum of Decorative Arts
3250 North 29th Avenue
Hollywood, FL 33020
Phone: 954.376.6690