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Light Blue Murano Glass Chandelier
By Mazzega
Located in Dallas, TX
Mid century modern five-tier light blue Murano glass chandelier, by Mazzega, Italy, 1980s. The
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Gold Plate

Blue Murano glass chandelier, Italy
By Mazzega
Located in Dallas, TX
Mid century modern five-tier transparent blue Murano glass chandelier, by Mazzega, Italy, 1980s. A
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Blue Murano Glass Vase
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorative vintage blue Murano glass vase with a beautiful swirling pattern. A fabulous accessory
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20th Century Italian Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Modern Blue Murano Glass Mirror
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorative modern silvery blue Murano glass mirror. Creates and beautiful textural look. A favorite
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Modern Blue Murano Glass Mirror
Modern Blue Murano Glass Mirror
H 54 in W 39 in D 2 in
Modern Blue Murano Glass Fold Mirror
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful cobalt blue Murano glass fold mirror. Fabulous vibrant color! Stunning!
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wall Mirrors

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Brass

Modern Blue Murano Glass Fold Mirror
Modern Blue Murano Glass Fold Mirror
H 47 in W 32 in D 1.91 in
Vase, Alberto Dona Blue Murano Glass
By Alberto Donà
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Vase - Alberto Dona. Blue Murano glass. Signed under the vase. Measures: H 40, 5 x D 26cm
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Vintage 1980s Italian Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Modern Steel Blue Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Lovely modern steel blue Murano glass chandelier. A glistening beauty that makes an elegant
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Blue Murano Glass Vase, Italy
By Cenedese
Located in Dallas, TX
Very large blue translucent Mid Century Modern Murano glass vase. By Simone Cenedese, Murano, Italy
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Blue Murano Glass Vase, Italy
Blue Murano Glass Vase, Italy
H 20.87 in Dm 9.06 in
Vase in Blue Murano Glass Signed "Venini"
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Vase in blue Murano glass signed "venini".
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Vintage 1970s Italian Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Modern Electric Blue Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Gorgeous modern electric blue Murano glass chandelier. Featuring beautiful blown glass and such a
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Blue Murano Glass Soliflore, Italy, 1960
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Very beautiful vase called soliflore in blue Murano glass, designed and produced by hand in Italy
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Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Blue Murano Glass Soliflore, Italy, 1960
Blue Murano Glass Soliflore, Italy, 1960
H 11.82 in W 3.15 in D 3.15 in
Large Seguso Viro Vibrant Blue Murano Glass Signed and Numbered Vase
By Seguso Viro
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Large Seguso Viro vibrant blue Murano Glass signed and numbered Vase. Wonderful Swirling striped
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Monumental Blue Murano Glass Flowers Flush Mount, 1980s Italy
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
The chandelier is made of blue Murano glass flowers, over a round metal gridded frame. The Fixture
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Flush Mount

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Metal

Pair of Pale Blue Murano Glass Lamps
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of pale blue murano glass lamps with fine patterned fluting and brass hardware.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Table Lamps in blue Murano Glass
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of table lamps in blue Murano glass.
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Table Lamps in blue Murano Glass
Pair of Table Lamps in blue Murano Glass
H 19.69 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in
Translucent Sky Blue Murano Glass Lamps
By Barovier
Located in New York, NY
Pair of translucent sky blue Murano glass lamps with a slight all over quilted diamond pattern and
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Nickel

Monumental Blue Murano Glass Flowers Flush Mount, 1980s Italy
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
The chandelier is made of blue Murano glass flowers, over a round metal gridded frame. The Fixture
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Flush Mount

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Metal

Contemporary Brass Mirror Blue Murano Glass, Italy
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Contemporary wall mirror, full brass and large pieces of blue murano glass with relief diamond
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

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Brass

Blue Murano glass Mid century sconces, a pair
By Mazzega
Located in Dallas, TX
thick piece of aqua blue Murano glass, with an irregular surface. The glass is translucent. The back
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Blue Murano glass Mid century sconces, a pair
Blue Murano glass Mid century sconces, a pair
H 20.87 in W 7.88 in D 4.34 in
Lighter by Antonio Imperatore, blue murano glass, Italy, 1970
By Cristallerie Antonio Imperatore
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Murano glass lighter with a magnifying effect on its facets, handcrafted by Venetian master glassmakers
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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Ashtrays

Materials

Crystal

Lamp-Barbini, Blue Murano Glass, circa 1970
By Barbini
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Lamp -Barbini- Blue Murano glass - Circa 1970 Murano glass and metal Signed Measures: H 24 x D
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Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Lamp-Barbini, Blue Murano Glass, circa 1970
Lamp-Barbini, Blue Murano Glass, circa 1970
H 9.45 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
Chandelier in Blue Murano Glass by Gino Vistosi
By Gino Vistosi
Located in San Francisco, CA
A large-scale blue Murano glass chandelier with brass rod and canopy. Italy, circa 1960s.  
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Blue Murano glass chandelier - Italy
By Venini
Located in Dallas, TX
Mid Century Modern large sky blue & clear Murano glass chandelier, attributed to Venini, Italy
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Gold Plate

Alfredo Barbini Signed Triangular Blue Murano Glass Vase with Irridized Surface
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Alfredo Barbini Signed Triangular Blue Murano Glass Vase with irridized surface. The vase was
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

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Art Glass

Modern Blue Murano Glass Chandelier with 10 Lights
Located in Dallas, TX
Modern blue Murano glass chandelier with 10 lights. Very pretty aqua colored shimmering glass. A
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Pair of Blue Murano Glass Chandeliers, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1950's hand blown blue Murano glass chandeliers with interior lights. Sold
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Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Amber and Blue Murano Glass Geometric Lamps
Located in Austin, TX
Amber and blue Murano glass geometric lamps signed by maestro Alberto Dona. We love the stacked
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2010s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Avem Murano Glass Pitcher Cobalt Blue Murano Glass Italian Design Midcentury
By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM)
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Avem Murano glass pitcher cobalt blue Murano glass Italian design midcentury.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Murano Glass

Pair of Vintage Cobalt Blue Murano Glass Lamps
Located in Austin, TX
Important pair of cobalt blue murano glass table lamps with 23-karat "polvera d'Oro" gold flecks
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2010s Italian Table Lamps

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Gold

Pair of Modern Blue Murano Glass and Brass Lamps
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorative pair of Modern blue Murano glass block shaped lamps with brass. a favorite of top
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps

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Brass

Ice cube lighter by Antonio Imperatore, blue murano glass, Italy, 1970
By Cristallerie Antonio Imperatore
Located in BARCELONA, ES
murano glass lighter with a magnifying effect on its facets, handcrafted by venetian master glassmakers
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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Ashtrays

Materials

Crystal

Ice cube lighter by Antonio Imperatore, blue murano glass, Italy, 1970
By Cristallerie Antonio Imperatore
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Superb ice lighter designed and produced by antonio imperatore in italy in the 1970s. Blue murano
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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Ashtrays

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Crystal

Modern Blue Murano Glass Block Lamps on Brass Base
Located in Dallas, TX
Gorgeous pair of modern blue Murano glass block lamps on a polished brass base. Featuring a vibrant
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Italian Venetian Transparent and Blue Murano Glass Carafe Contemporary, 1990s
Located in Villaverla, IT
Italian Venetian Transparent and Blue Murano Glass Carafe Contemporary 1990s. This amazing and
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1990s Italian Modern Pitchers

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Glass, Murano Glass, Cut Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass

Contemporary Pair of Brass Lamps Blue Murano Glass, Italy
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Pair of brass and faceted blue Murano glass table lamps. Contemporary work small Italian Murano
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Italian Yellow and Blue Murano Glass Vase from the 1980s
Located in Milano, MI
Vase in yellow and blue Murano glass, made in the 1980s diameter cm 23 h cm 23.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Murano Glass

Light blue Murano glass sconces - a pair
By AVMazzega
Located in Dallas, TX
blue Murano glass and a gold plated frame. The glass has an oval shape and hangs like a hook to the
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Gold

Light blue Murano glass sconces - a pair
Light blue Murano glass sconces - a pair
H 15.75 in W 16.54 in D 5.52 in
Elegant Pair of Faceted Blue Murano Glass Table Lamps
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Faceted blue Murano glass table lamps with chrome hardware. Italy 2022. Also available in smoke
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Blue Murano glass lamps Italy - a pair
By Seguso
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of Blue Murano glass Mid-Century Modern lamps, Seguso style Italy 1980s. The neoclassical
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Italian Midcentury Brass and Light Blue Murano Glass Lantern
Located in Rome, IT
Amazing Italian midcentury brass and light blue Murano glass lantern or pendant. Four E 14 light
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Blue Murano Glass Ice Bucket with Gold Glass Handles, Italy 1960s
By Maestri Vetrai
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning Ice Bucket in blue Murano glass with gold glass handles. This gorgeous piece was made in
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Contemporary Brass and Blue Murano Glass Sconces, Italy
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Brass and blue Murano glass wall lights lightning pannel lamps sconces. Contemporary work from a
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Blue Murano Glass Globet by Seguso Viro Limited Series 1996
By Seguso
Located in Spinea, Veneto
Blue Murano glass globet by Seguso Viro limited series 1996 This Murano glass globet crafted in
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1990s Italian Glass

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Murano Glass

Italian Mid-Century Blue Murano Glass Centerpiece with Golden Decoration, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
, 1960s. Blue Murano glass centerpiece with golden decorations. 1960s. This is a fantastic and decorative
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces

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Murano Glass

Large Contemporary Brass Chandelier Blue Murano Glass Cup, Italy
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Large brass chandelier ceiling pendant light lamp with large Blue Murano glass cup. Made with old
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Cenedese Pair of Candlesticks in Blue Murano Glass Ball Opaque Italian, 1960s
By Cenedese
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Cenedese pair of candlesticks in blue Murano glass ball opaque, 1960s, Italian design.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Murano Glass

Venini Blue Murano Glass Flacon, 1968
By Paolo Venini
Located in Munich, DE
Elegant Venini flacon designed by Paolo Venini in 1968. Blue casted glass with incised surface in
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Blue Murano Glass Vase After Seguso as a Table Lamp
By Seguso
Located in London, GB
A cornflower blue Murano glass vase by Seguso. With blue glass handles to the neck, the body made
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Mid-20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

An Italian 1950s cobalt blue Murano glass hinged box by Giovanni Cenedese
By Giovanni Cenedese
Located in London, GB
An Italian 1950s cobalt blue Murano glass hinged box with faceted lid and decorated metal edge
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Italian Midcentury Centerpiece in Yellow, Red and Blue Murano Glass, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian midcentury Centerpiece in yellow, red and blue Murano glass, 1960s Irregular shaped
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Murano Glass

Lighter by Antonio Imperatore, blue murano glass, Italy, 1970
By Cristallerie Antonio Imperatore
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Murano glass lighter with a magnifying effect on its facets, handcrafted by Venetian master glassmakers
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vases

Materials

Crystal

Mid Century Blue Murano Glass Lamps - a Pair
By Seguso
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of large Mid Century Modern sky blue Murano glass lamps, Italy 1970, attributed to Seguso. The
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Tall Long Neck Blue Murano Glass Table Lamps with Brass Detail
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Pair of tall long neck blue Murano glass table lamps with brass detail.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Contemporary Pair of Brass and Blue Murano Glass Sconces, Italy
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Pair of brass and blue Murano glass wall lights lightning pannel lamps sconces. Contemporary work
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Minimalist Iridiscent Royal Blue Murano Glass Pair of Modern Vases
Located in New York, NY
Decorative Italian pair of modernist cobalt aqua blue Murano glass vases of freeform with
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Vases

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Art Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass

Bespoke Octagon Cobalt Blue Murano Glass Mirror, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Bespoke octagon cobalt blue Murano glass mirror, in stock Vivid and intense cobalt blue glass
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

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Brass

French Blue Murano Glass Lamps
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in New York, NY
Barovier influenced Murano glass lamps with a Classic design of a fluted teardrop body, orb and
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20th Century Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Modernist Pagoda Form Hand-Blown Cerulean Blue Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
This Modernist Pagoda Form Hand-Blown Cerullean Blue Murano Glass Chandelier originates from Murano
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20th Century Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Italian Designer, Table Lamp, Blue Murano Glass, Murano, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A blue Murano glass table lamp designed and produced in Murano, Italy, c. 1950s. Sold without
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Contemporary Pair of Brass and Blue Murano Glass Spiral Lamps, Italy
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Pair of table or bedside brass lamps blue Murano glass spiral balls. Contemporary work from a small
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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Blue Murano Glasses For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of blue murano glasses available for sale. The range of distinct blue murano glasses — often made from glass, murano glass and blown glass — can elevate any home. There are 7820 antique and vintage blue murano glasses for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 980 modern editions to choose from as well. Blue murano glasses have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Blue murano glasses made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many blue murano glasses are appealing in their simplicity, but Venini, Fratelli Toso and Cenedese produced popular blue murano glasses that are worth a look.

How Much are Blue Murano Glasses?

Blue murano glasses can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,707, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $176,890.
Questions About Blue Murano Glasses
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Murano glass is colorful art glass primarily produced on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy. Artisans produce a variety of Murano glass decorative objects, including vases, lamps, candle holders, figurines, bowls and wine glasses. Shop a selection of Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    It is called Murano glass because of its place of origin. During the 13th century, artisans on the island of Murano in Venice, Italy, became famous for producing colorful glassware. Find a range of Murano glass from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Although Murano glass is usually brightly colored, there are a few varieties of clear Murano glass. Cristallo glass, which is achieved by a process of bleaching, is a type of clear Murano glass. Shop a range of antique and vintage Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. Find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Murano Aventurine is glass that has been decorated with a surface effect which resembles shimmering specks found in quartz. This technique was pioneered by Murano in the 17th century. On 1stDibs, find Murano glass products from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, Murano is blown glass. Artisans on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy, produce the colorful glassware through a unique process. Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century (the filigrana technique is as old as the 16th century). On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Murano glassware from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Whether Murano glass is valuable depends on a variety of factors, including the type of piece and its condition. Artisans on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy, produce the colorful glassware through a unique process. Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century (the filigrana technique is as old as the 16th century). A certified appraiser can help you determine the value and authenticity of a particular piece. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Murano glassware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Yes, Murano glass is typically marked. You will usually find the markings on the bases of pieces or in other inconspicuous areas. Generally, Murano glass will display a trademark and a maker's mark, indicating which shop produced it. In most cases, authentic Murano glass will not have the word "Murano" on it. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Murano glass.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Murano glass is made of a combination of materials. In most cases, artisans use a blend of silica, soda, lime and potassium to produce the colorful art glass. The mixture gets heated to a high temperature to melt it, so that glassblowers can form it into various shapes. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Murano glass.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Murano glass, from the Venetian island of Murano, is world-renowned for excellent craftsmanship and a wide variety of colors and decorations. The glassmakers of Murano use methods honed over centuries to create rich colors and designs by mixing different minerals during the process. Many examples contain gold and silver flecks inside the glass. You’ll find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Murano glass can break. Generally considered very durable, Murano glass is still made of glass and it is susceptible to breaks if it’s improperly handled or dropped. Known as some of the best glass produced in the world, unfortunately it can still break. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Authentic Murano glass often, but not always, includes labels with the name of the workshop, the signature of the glass master and a certificate of authenticity. To best determine if a Murano glass is authentic, look up the location of the factory found on the label. All authentic Murano glass is produced in Venice or Murano. Always purchase Murano glass from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Browse a selection of authentic Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    How Murano glass is marked varies. Some pieces feature a label, sticker or other mark that bears the name of the studio that produced them. Others may only have an artist's signature or be unmarked. However, Murano glass artisans rarely put the word "Murano" on their pieces, though you will often see the word on replicas. For assistance determining whether a particular piece is Murano, consult an expert appraiser or antiques dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Murano glass.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    Murano glass comes from Murano, an island located in the Venetian Lagoon to the north of Venice, Italy. Many people mistake the name Murano for that of a brand or company, but the term actually applies to glassware produced by a variety of makers. Fratelli Toso, Umberto Bellotto, the Salviati family, Ercole Barovier, Carlo Scarpa, Paolo Venini and Alfredo Barbini are just some of the glassblowers known for producing Murano glass. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Murano glass.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    There is no real difference between Venetian glass and Murano glass. While both Venetian glass and Murano glass come from Murano Island, Venice is a more popular location than Murano, hence it is called widely as Venetian glass. You can use both search terms to find the best piece for you on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Bristol glass gets its signature blue hue from the inclusion of cobalt oxide in the glass-making process. Bristol blue glass has been made in Bristol, England, since the 18th century and is a favorite among collectors. Find a selection of Bristol blue glass goods on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, not all blue glass is cobalt glass. Only those made with cobalt oxide can be called cobalt. In some pieces, the presence of copper oxide accounts for the color, however, cobalt glass is much more common. You'll find a collection of cobalt glass on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The value of blue glass varies greatly depending on the condition of the glass and it may differ based on what a seller is asking for it. Reasonably priced vintage cobalt blue selections vary widely in variety and price. A single piece of blue glass may cost anywhere between $15 and $50. Visit 1stDibs for blue glass kitchenware ranging from below $1,000 to over $3,000.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify genuine Murano glass, first check for the certificate of authenticity. Sometimes, but not always, there will be a label with the workshop and the signature of the maker on the piece. Shop a collection of authentic Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Murano glass is highly-coveted due to the glassblowing processes used to create each piece. Murano glass is known for its vivid color, handcrafted in Murano and Venice and a favorite among collectors and home interior decor enthusiasts. Browse a wide array of Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.