Description

Frame Collection – Ercole Moretti

"More than a small plate for amuse-bouche, this piece is a distinctive expression of contemporary culinary presentation — ideal for gourmet tastings, signature creations, and refined desserts.

Designed first and foremost for fine dining, including Ho.Re.Ca. professionals and Michelin-level restaurants, this plate is ideal for presenting amuse-bouches, tasting portions, finger foods, and miniature culinary creations. At home, it brings an elegant touch to appetizers, tartlets, sushi, cheeses, desserts, and petite pastries."

The Optical Illusion Square Plate is one of the most sophisticated pieces in the Frame Collection , created by the historic Ercole Moretti, founded in Murano in 1911.

The composition of black, grey, white and ochre murrine, arranged with exceptional geometric precision, creates a striking three-dimensional effect that shifts continuously with the light and the viewing angle. This play of visual perception is what gives the collection its name: Optical Illusion.

Each plate is entirely handcrafted at the Ercole Moretti glassworks using the prestigious technique of Fused Millefiori murrine, one of the most complex traditions of Murano glassmaking.

What Makes This Plate So Special?

Creating this collection requires extraordinary precision.

Each individual murrine begins as a long, multicolored glass rod formed through successive layers of colored glass. Once cooled, the rods are cut by hand into hundreds of small cross-sections.

The master glassmaker then arranges each element like a mosaic, creating a precise geometric rhythm before the final kiln-fusing process.

In the Optical Illusionmodel, the challenge is even greater: the pattern must retain its geometry perfectly during the fusing process in order to create the optical sense of depth that defines the entire collection.

Each plate also incorporates the distinctive murrina bearing the letter “M”, Ercole Moretti’s exclusive symbol of authenticity, and is certified by the official authentic Vetro Artistico® Murano art glass..

The heritage of Ercole Moretti

Since 1911, Ercole Moretti has been recognized as one of Venice’s most prestigious historic glassworks specializing in artistic murrine.

The glassworks is internationally recognized as one of the leading custodians of this technique, passed down through generations of master glassmakers.

Its creations are exported around the world and are regarded as authentic works of contemporary Italian glass art.

How to use the plate

Thanks to its 14 × 14 cm (5.5 × 5.5 in)format, it is ideal for:

• sushi and sashimi;
• finger food;
• amuse-bouches and chef's compliments;
• gourmet desserts;
• handcrafted chocolates;
• fine cheeses;
• tasting portions;
• refined aperitif bites.

The satin surface beautifully enhances food presentation, creating an elegant contrast with the natural colors of the ingredients.

Which Murano glass pieces pair well with it?

The Optical Illusion model pairs beautifully with:

• ciotole Optical Illusion bowls from the same collection;
• poggia bacchette Visionary Eyes Chopstick Rests;;
• smoked or transparent Goto de Fornasa tradition fumé o trasparenti;
• Venetian crystal stemware;
• transparent Murano glass carafes;
• black glass or crystal centerpieces;
• artistic glass trays.

Pairing it with transparent elements allows the bold graphic pattern of the black murrine to become the focal point of the table setting.

Materials It Complements

It pairs beautifully with:

• Nero Marquina marble;
• Calacatta marble;
• travertine;
• natural stone;
• smoked oak;
• Canaletto walnut;
• smoked glass;
• satin-finished steel;
• burnished brass;
• gray or ivory linen.

Interior design styles

Particularly well suited to:

• Contemporary Luxury;
• Modern Minimal;
• Italian Contemporary;
• Japandi;
• Industrial Chic;
• Urban Loft;
• Modern Classic;
• High-End Interior Design.

The neutral palette and refined geometric motif make this collection especially well suited to contemporary interiors, where elegance comes from the balance of materials, light, and clean, essential forms.

A Prestigious Gift

An ideal gift for:

• weddings;
• anniversaries;
• for housewarmings;
• food and cooking enthusiasts;
• architects;
• interior designer;
• design professionals;
• those who appreciate contemporary table settings.