‘it looks soft, but it’s not; it’s glass. The optical illusion of monofiori by venini from 1970 lies in its name: balloton, a special technique that lends a unique matelassé effect to the surface. The piece is handcrafted using traditional metal molds and adorned with a hot-applied line in contrasting colours on the top of the narrow neck, for a finishing touch that makes a difference. ‘different sizes available.