Vintage Bormioli Rocco decorative glass jar with original screw top lid. This decorative bottle makes a lovely pasta holder (see pictures - pasta not included 🤣) Some minor age related wear.
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34 cm tall
8 cm round at base
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The Bormioli history can be understood through two main brands, Bormioli Rocco and Luigi Bormioli, which originated from the same family legacy but are now separate entities after a merger. The family has been making glass since the 14th century, with Bormioli Rocco being formally founded in 1825 and Luigi Bormioli established in 1946. In 2017, Luigi Bormioli acquired Bormioli Rocco, and they are now one consolidated company known as Bormioli Luigi.
Early history (14th century - 1825)
The Bormioli family has been involved in glassmaking for over 25 generations.
The family emigrated from France and settled in Altare, near Genoa, changing their name from Borniolle to Bormioli in the 16th century.
When the University of Glass of Altare was abolished, Luigi Bormioli moved to Fidenza and established the first glassworks there in 1825.
Bormioli Rocco (1825 - 2017)
1825: Luigi Bormioli founded the first glassworks in Fidenza, Parma.
1854: The company acquired the Royal Majolica and Glass Manufacturer in Parma, and the business was renamed Vetreria Fratelli Bormioli Rocco e Figlio.
1946: Following post-war destruction, production was relaunched with advanced automation technologies.
1950s-1960s: The company began producing pharmaceutical containers and expanded its global presence.
1976: The iconic Quattro Stagioni preserving jar was created.
1980s-1990s: A series of acquisitions expanded the company's footprint in Italy and abroad.
2017: Luigi Bormioli acquired Bormioli Rocco, aiming to further growth.
Luigi Bormioli (1946 - present)
1946: Mr. Luigi Bormioli founded the company in Parma, Italy.
1946: The company began production with a focus on modern automation.
1946-present: The company focused on elegant, artisanal, and innovative glassware, including hyx® crystal glass.
2017: Luigi Bormioli acquired Bormioli Rocco.
June 2023: The company was fully incorporated into Bormioli Luigi.