CREART

Cre Art Srl, located in Empoli just a few kilometers from Florence, is a historic and renowned company in the field of handcrafted high-quality crystal production and the creation of hand-decorated crystal with 24-karat gold. Founded in 1968 by Natale Belli, Alfio Cinotti, and Lanciotto Cappelli, the company has successfully combined the Tuscan tradition of artistic glassmaking with ongoing innovation in design and technique, becoming a benchmark in the Made in Italy crystal sector.

Cre Art’s exclusive production includes a wide range of items for the home and table — such as glasses, goblets, jugs, vases, and decorative accessories — all characterized by meticulous craftsmanship and decorations rigorously applied by hand by expert artisans. The metal mounts are made of 24-karat gold-plated brass or silver, chosen to ensure maximum durability and resistance over time, preserving each piece’s beauty and aesthetic value.

In 1973, following increased production, Cre Art moved its operations to a new, modern facility in Martignana, still near Empoli, where it continues to produce with passion and professionalism. Today, the company is led by the second generation — Raimondo Cappelli, Debora Belli, Gaia, and Gianna Cinotti — who have renewed and expanded the product range by introducing innovative lines such as the Riflessi Collection, which blends imagination, color, and contemporary shapes to satisfy even the most modern and discerning clients.

Cre Art is recognized as one of the first companies in the world to have pioneered the combination of crystal and brass, as well as glass and brass, with a specialization that has made it a leader in engraving and handcrafted decoration on glass and crystal. The crystal used contains 24% lead, ensuring unique transparency and brilliance, while Luxion ultra-clear ecological glass is particularly valued in the Horeca sector for its quality and durability.

Decorations are expertly executed using pure powdered gold and special resins, applied with natural bristle brushes and fixed in tunnel or muffle kilns at temperatures of 500–600°C to ensure perfect adhesion and durability. The production also employs die-casting techniques for brass mounts and advanced synthetic materials to combine crystal with elements such as porcelain, onyx, and Capodimonte creations, thus expanding the range of products and solutions offered to clients.

Throughout its history, Cre Art has always emphasized universal values such as craftsmanship, beauty, tradition, and environmental respect. The company is committed to using eco-friendly materials and ensuring sustainable production processes, combining artisanal quality with environmental responsibility.

Cre Art’s mission is not only to offer products of the highest aesthetic and qualitative standards, but also to create a luxurious and refined experience for customers worldwide, preserving the Tuscan tradition that forms the foundation of Made in Italy. Constant innovation, coupled with a deep respect for authentic artisanal techniques, has allowed the company to become a global point of reference in the field of artistic crystal and prestigious home décor.

Cre Art regularly participates in leading national and international trade fairs such as the Salone del Mobile in Milan and Ambiente Frankfurt, where it presents its collections and builds commercial relationships with major distributors and buyers around the world, further strengthening its presence in international markets.

The company also offers customization and bespoke production services, creating exclusive lines based on client-supplied designs and concepts, with special attention to meeting sophisticated needs and perfecting every detail — making each piece unique and unrepeatable.

Ultimately, Cre Art Srl represents Italian excellence in the production of artistic crystal, able to merge Tuscany’s rich tradition with innovation and contemporary creativity, offering exclusive products that embody the spirit of true Made in Italy luxury.