Maurizio Lotter
Growing up on the island of Murano, Venice, surrounded by master glassmakers, I was fascinated from an early age by the magical yet dangerous world of glassmaking. It captured my imagination and never let go.
Although I had long been passionate about glassmaking, it was not until the age of thirty-two that I truly became a glassmaker. Today, while preserving the traditions and techniques of Murano glass, I continue to incorporate originality and innovation into my work, striving to bring the beauty and value of Venetian glass beads to a wider audience.
If you happen to see me at our shop in Kichijoji, at our atelier in Kyoto, or at department store events around Japan, please feel free to say hello.
Events
Throughout the year, Maurizio Lotter participates in numerous events, including Italian fairs and accessory exhibitions held at department stores across Japan.
In addition to Maurizio Lotter’s original necklaces, which are usually available only at our shop, we offer a wide selection of accessories handcrafted with Venetian glass beads. Visitors can also enjoy live demonstrations of accessory making.
For the latest event schedule, please visit our NEWS page.
We also welcome inquiries from businesses regarding event participation and collaboration opportunities.
〈For Event Inquiries〉
info@venetianbazaar.com
0422-23-1677
Profile
1958
Born on Murano Island, Venice, Italy, and moved to Venice’s historic center at the age of three months.
Late 1960s
Frequently visited glass workshops on Murano aboard his father’s boat, which carried tourists to the island.
Early 1970s
While studying languages, began guiding visitors at glass workshops on Murano and earned his first payment by assisting with glassmaking.
1975
Joined Vivarini, a long-established Venetian glass store on Murano, as a sales associate.
1985
Served as General Manager at the glass showroom Crystal Center in Rome.
1990
Established his own Venetian glass atelier in Venice.
1992
Opened VENETIAN BAZAAR in Kichijoji, Tokyo.
2021
Established Atelier Mauri in Kyoto, the first atelier in Japan certified by the Venetian Glass Preservation Association for Venetian glass beads.
2025
Exhibited at the Italy Pavilion, Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan.
【Membership】
・Italian Design Japan (IDJ)
【Publications】
・The Magic of Beads: A Glass Bridge Connecting Murano and Kyoto (Genkoten Publishing, July 2025)
・Boutique Mook No. 525: Venetian Beads & Accessories (Boutique-sha, July 2005)
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〈SHOP〉
VENETIAN BAZAAR Co., Ltd.
4-1-1, Kichijoji Honcho,
Musashino-shi,
Tokyo 180-0004, JAPAN
Tel. 0422-23-1677
Fax. 0422-23-1688
info@venetianbazaar.com
〈OPENING HOUR〉
WEEKDAY
12:00 pm -5:00 pm
HOLIDAY
11:00 am-6:00 pm
Closed on Wednesday
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