La Grotta del Cristallo is specialized in grinding crystal, glass, cutting, polishing, repair of crystal and glass. Every item we produce is made with our designs and each piece is certified and marked. All processes are carried out by hand to obtain an exclusive product of high quality. On request it is possible to perform any type of customization. Also in our grinding department we are very available to develop projects and ideas of all those who want to use crystal or glass to build new forms or models in limited series. We are therefore well placed to assess duties on the part of architects, designers and individuals who until now have had difficulty finding skilled workers are able to realize their every desire . The Cave of the Crystal Glassware Moleria also caters to antique dealers and silversmiths . If you are looking for qualified personnel can repair or build a completely new object faithful to your original 1700-1800 we advise you to contact us. In fact, if for example you are in possession of a silver frame or metal we can complete the process from blowing inside the same to give shape to the object. Subsequently provide to the grinding – cutting , polishing to ensure that the same piece has the characteristics such as the one that unfortunately had deteriorated or broken. With all these opportunities, you know very well that the requests can be quite varied but we will always be able to meet your every need. Practical examples? Frame in silver, silver plate for broken ampules with the cap missing or breakdown. Replacement and restoration of the spire. Fruit with the inside glass or crystal broken. We can rebuild and bring back molar for the perfect piece. Fruit dishes with glass or crystal broken – missing? All we need is an original or a design to rebuild them. Vases, standing in the glass chipped, scratched? You can restore them . Chandeliers, arms , plates , crystal drops . Pay particular attention to the image on this page. The bobeche crystal glass chandelier was copied from the ‘ original . The new piece was hand ground in our grinding department. Notice the differences ? It is true, the original and the copy in glossy glass is opaque . That’s the reason for the difference : we just finished grinding the crystal by hand, just polish it all to return to the same brilliance. It ‘ just a matter of making this process then the result will be exactly the same. Intentionally we wanted to see what it means to hand the crystal and how many steps are required to achieve the maximum result. Our care is the detail. Nothing is left to chance or unfinished. Our grinding can be performed at or carborundum stone and polished with pumice or acid . Clearly you need a first assessment of damage or the feasibility of the work but you can be assured that you will find the staff ready to respond to your requests , especially those most special and innovative. For more information, submit us your requests.
Historical pieces such as Baccarat, Lalique, Val St. Lambert , Waterford, Riedel and many others have been repaired in our grinding department . At this point there is nothing left to evaluate our experience since 1963 to realize and fulfill your every desire in crystal or glass , new or repaired .