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Mid-Century Modern Murano Vase
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern Murano multi-color vase.
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vases
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Suspension
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Suspension
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Pendant Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern Murano glass pendant chandelier.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Murano Glass
Mid-Century Modern Murano Soliflore Vase
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Mid-Century Modern Murano vase, thick-walled glass with embedded flower decorations. It is a single
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
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Art Glass, Murano Glass
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Chandelier, 1950s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Chandelier, 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
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Murano Glass
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vase by Carlo Nason
By Carlo Nason
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vase by Carlo Nason
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20th Century Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Table Lamp, Mazzega, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Murano glass table lamp, Mazzega, 1960s.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
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Murano Glass
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights, Italy, 1950s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern murano glass wall lights, Italy, 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
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Murano Glass
Amazing, Mid-Century Modern, Murano Glass Ashtray. Italy 1965
By Seguso
Located in Catania, IT
Amazing, Mid-Century Modern, Murano glass ashtray. Italy 1965
Perfect conditions.
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Antique 1860s Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Lamp
Located in Winter Park, FL
A Midcentury Modern Murano glass lamp with tall bottle form cased glass in bright aqua blue color
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Sconces
By Toni Zuccheri, Barovier, Venini, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Murano glass sconces. These stunning mid-century Murano glass block
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Mid Century Modern Murano Italian Art Glass Footed Lamp
By Barovier&Toso
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Murano Italian Art Glass Footed Lamp
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Art Glass
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Bowl for Walnuts
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Large Mid-Century Modern Murano glass serving bowl. In the middle a figure of a squirrel. The glass
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
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Art Glass, Murano Glass
Mid-Century Modern Murano Italian Art Glass Ashtray Bowl
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century Modern Murano Italian Art Glass Ashtray Bowl
Unusual Murano glass bowl with swirls
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
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Murano Glass
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Panels attributed to Carlo Nason, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Panels attributed to Carlo Nason, 1960s
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Mounted Objects
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Murano Glass
H 11.82 in W 11.82 in D 1.19 in
Pair Of Mid Century Modern Murano Glass Sconces
By Salviati, Seguso, Barovier, Venini
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Mid Century Modern Murano Glass Sconces.
These vintage sconces have a bronze base with
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Wonderful Mid Century Modern Murano Blue Lavender Barovier Seguso Chandelier
By Barovier Seguso & Ferro
Located in Roslyn, NY
Wonderful Mid Century Modern Murano 6 Candelabra Light Pale Blue / Lavender With Clear And Gold
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Art Glass, Murano Glass
Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Murano Handkerchief Yellow Art Glass Blown Vase
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Murano handkerchief yellow Art glass blown vase.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
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Art Glass
Wonderful Large Mid Century Modern Murano Seguso Blown Ruffle Glass Centerpiece
By Seguso, Barovier&Toso
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Large Mid Century Modern Murano Barovier & Toso Inspired Blown Oval Ruffle Form Gold
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
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Art Glass, Murano Glass
H 16.25 in W 10 in D 6.25 in
Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Table with Decorations, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano glass table with decorations, 1970s
Polished Murano glass table
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
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Glass
H 14.97 in W 14.18 in D 14.18 in
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vase by Seguso, Vetri d'Arte, 1960s
By Seguso
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Murano glass vase by Seguso, Vetri d'Arte, 1960s.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
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Murano Glass
Decorative Mid Century Modern Murano Glass Vase Italy 1960s
Located in Munich, DE
Elegant and highly decorative Mid Century Modern Murano Glass vase with stripes. Made in Italy
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
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Murano Glass
Mid-century modern Murano Glass Ceiling Pendant, Italy 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century modern Murano glass ceiling pendant.
Designed and made in Italy, 1960s
Glass, chrome
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Chrome
Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Murano Venetian Pendent Bowl Fixture Silver Mounts
By Barovier Seguso & Ferro
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful Mid-Century Modern Murano Venetian pendant bowl fixture with silver mounts
Rewired
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Silver Leaf
Mid Century Modern Murano Italian Art Glass Table Lamps W Custom Shades
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Mid Century Modern Murano Italian Art Glass Table Lamps W Custom Shades.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
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Glass
Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Murano Blue Art Glass Crystal Nickel Casket Box
By Baccarat
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Murano Cobalt Blue Art Glass / Crystal With Polished Nickel Mounting
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20th Century Modern Decorative Boxes
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Crystal, Nickel
Wonderful Pair Mid-Century Modern Murano Art Glass Light Fixtures Wall Sconces
By Barovier Seguso & Ferro
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful pair of Mid-Century Modern Murano clear art glass & silvered bronze 2 candelabra light
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Bronze
H 10 in W 11 in D 3.5 in
Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Three-Light Chandelier, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano glass three-light chandelier, 1970s
Murano glass three-light
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
H 78.75 in W 22.05 in D 20.08 in
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Table Lamps, Turquoise, Brass
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Table Lamps, Turquoise, Brass
Manner of
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
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Murano Glass
Mid-Century Modern Murano 5 Leaf Chandelier by Franco Luce
By Franco Luce
Located in Antwerp, BE
Mid-Century Modern Murano 5 leaf chandelier by Franco Luce.
Great and wonderfully precious Murano
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Floor Lamp, Italy, in the Style of Poliarte
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern murano glass floor lamp, Italy, in the style of poliarte, 1930s.
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Floor Lamps
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Murano Glass
H 69.3 in W 13.78 in D 11.03 in
Pair of Barovier & Toso Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Sconces
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Murano glass sconces, attributed to Barovier & Toso, Italy, 1980s. The
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Brass
Wonderful Pair Barovier & Toso Mid Century Modern Murano Leaf Nickel Sconces
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Pair Of Mid Century Modern Murano Sconces In The Manner Of Barovier & Toso. With A
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Nickel
H 19 in W 5.5 in D 8.5 in
Vtg Mid Century Modern Murano Blown Glass Bell Pendant Chandelier Light Fixture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Murano Black and White Blown Glass Bell Pendant Chandelier Light Fixture
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Glass
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vases by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, Italy, 1960s
By Carlo Nason
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vase by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, Italy, 1960s
Not an identical pair
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
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Murano Glass
Large Scale Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Chandelier Attributed to Vistosi
By Vistosi
Located in Palermo, PA
Gorgeous large scale Mid-Century Modern Murano glass chandelier with fume colored glass.
Featuring
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
H 33.47 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
3 Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Sconces by Venini, circa 1960
By Venini
Located in Merida, Yucatan
3 Mid-Century Modern Murano glass sconces manufctured by Venini, circa 1960, in clear and amber
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid Century Modern Murano Glass Chandelier by Mazzega Murano, Italy, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern Murano Glass Chandelier by Mazzega Murano, Italy, 1970s.
This murano glass
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Chrome, Metal
H 17.72 in W 14.97 in D 32.29 in
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Ceiling Light by La Murrina
By La Murrina
Located in Palermo, PA
Mid-Century Modern Murano glass "patchwork" pendant light. Meticulously crafted with unparalleled
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
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Metal
Wonderful Mid Century Modern Murano Venetian Lorin Marsh Red Glass Table Lamp
By Lorin Marsh
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Mid Century Modern Murano / Venetian Lorin Marsh Red Clear Glass Table Lamp Rewired
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
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Crystal, Nickel
Mid Century Modern Murano Aventurine Apple Bowl, Pink Cranberry Sommerso
By Archimede Seguso, Archimede Seguso
Located in Soquel, CA
Mid Century Modern Murano Aventurine Apple Bowl, Pink Cranberry Sommerso
Beautiful vintage Murano
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Murano Art Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light Fixture
By Barovier Seguso & Ferro
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful Mid-Century Modern murano gold art glass flush mount ceiling / wall sconce light
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
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Bronze
Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Murano Art Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light Fixture
By Barovier Seguso & Ferro
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Mid-Century Modern murano gold art glass flush mount ceiling / wall sconce light
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
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Bronze
Wonderful Set 4 Barovier & Toso Mid Century Modern Murano Silver Leaf Sconces
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Set Of 4 Mid Century Modern Murano Sconces In The Manner Of Barovier & Toso. With A
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Art Glass, Murano Glass
H 19 in W 5.5 in D 8.5 in
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano / Venetian Diamond Glass Sconces
By AVMazzega
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Murano glass sconces in a curved form with thick opaque glass.
The
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Murano Glass
Wonderful Mid Century Modern Murano Venetian Lorin Marsh Black Glass Table Lamp
By Lorin Marsh
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Mid Century Modern Murano / Venetian Lorin Marsh Black Clear Glass Table Lamp Rewired
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
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Nickel
Pair of Barovier & Toso Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Gold Leaf Sconces
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Murano glass sconces, attributed to Barovier & Toso, Italy, 1980s. The
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Brass
H 24.81 in W 9.85 in D 5.52 in
Fulvio Bianconi Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Grey with Textured Design Lidded
By Fulvio Bianconi
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A spectacular midcentury modern Murano glass lidded glass vessel by Fulvio Bianconi. Glass has a
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Mid-20th Century Jars
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Murano Glass
Pair 1950s Mid Century Modern Murano Pink w/ Gold Dust Figural Parrots- Barovier
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Stunning Pair of 1950's Mid Century Modern Murano Pink Art Glass Parrots with Gold Dust worked in
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
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Art Glass
H 21.75 in W 3.5 in D 8.5 in
Wonderful Set 4 Barovier & Toso Mid Century Modern Murano Leaf Gold Gilt Sconces
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Set Of 4 Mid Century Modern Murano Sconces In The Manner Of Barovier & Toso. With A
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Art Glass, Murano Glass
H 19 in W 5.5 in D 8.5 in
Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Yellow Bowl, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern murano glass yellow bowl, 1970s
Irregular shaped yellow bowl in Murano
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Metal
Fine Large Mid-Century Modern Murano Art Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light Fixture
By Barovier Seguso & Ferro
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful large Mid-Century modern Murano gold art glass flush mount ceiling / wall sconce light
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Bronze
H 4 in W 14 in D 11 in
Fine Large Mid-Century Modern Murano Art Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light Fixture
By Barovier Seguso & Ferro
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful large Mid-Century Modern Murano gold art glass flush mount ceiling / wall sconce light
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Bronze
H 4 in W 14 in D 11 in
Fine Large Mid-Century Modern Murano Art Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light Fixture
By Barovier Seguso & Ferro
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful large Mid-Century Modern murano gold art glass flush mount ceiling / wall sconce light
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Bronze
H 4 in W 14 in D 11 in
Fine Large Mid-Century Modern Murano Art Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light Fixture
By Barovier Seguso & Ferro
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful large Mid-Century Modern Murano gold art glass flush mount ceiling / wall sconce light
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
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Bronze
H 4 in W 14 in D 11 in
3 Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Sconces Signed by Venini, circa 1960
By Venini
Located in Merida, Yucatan
3 Mid-Century Modern Murano glass sconces manufctured by Venini, circa 1960, in clear and amber
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
H 9.45 in W 16.15 in D 3.94 in
Mid-Century Modern Murano Art Glass Blue and Clear Apple Sculpture Paperweight
By Murano Glass Sommerso, Barbini
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid Century Modern Murano art glass in turquoise and clear apple fruit glass sculpture or
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
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Art Glass
Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Grey-Green Glass Pendant /Chandelier by Seguso
By Max Ingrand, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in New York, NY
Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano or Venetian glass pendant or chandelier by Flavio Poli for Seguso
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Mid Century Modern Murano Glass Mushroom Table Lamp, Mazzega Italy 1970s
By Carlo Nason, Toni Zuccheri, Mazzega
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Extraordinary and beautiful, This hand blown Mid-Century Modern Murano glass mushroom table lamp
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass
Mid Century Modern Murano Glass Mushroom Table Lamp, Mazzega Italy 1970s
By Carlo Nason, Toni Zuccheri, Mazzega
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Extraordinary and beautiful, This hand blown Mid-Century Modern Murano glass mushroom table lamp
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
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Mid Century Modern Murano For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the mid century modern murano you’re looking for. Each mid century modern murano for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, murano glass and metal. If you’re shopping for a mid century modern murano, we have 17267 options in-stock, while there are 1209 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the mid century modern murano you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right mid century modern murano, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made mid century modern murano over the years, but those crafted by Venini, Mazzega Murano and Barovier&Toso are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Mid Century Modern Murano?
Prices for a mid century modern murano start at $1 and top out at $110,863 with the average selling for $2,237.
A Close Look at Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
Questions About Mid Century Modern Murano
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen. - Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 25, 2024The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple.
Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller.
Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Knoll became a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.
Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs. - Is Mondrian mid century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is rattan mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is mid-century modern timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the tulip table is considered a mid-century modern design. This table shape has become an iconic statement of the era with a simple sculptural attitude and a practical nature. The first tulip table was created by Eero Saarinen, a noted Finnish designer who was a leader in mid-century modern home decor. Shop a collection of Saarinen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is Art Deco mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Art Deco is not mid-century modern. Art Deco began just before World War I and was inspired by cubism. Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024There is no single color wood that is mid-century modern. Designers working in the style employed a variety of finishes, though purplish reds, mid-yellows, light browns and medium dark browns were among the most commonly used. Teak wood was an especially popular material, not only due to its warm medium hue but also due to its strength and the beauty of its natural grain. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024There is not a single year that is mid-century modern. The style emerged during the 1940s and 1950s and remained dominant through the 1960s and into the early 1970s. Some notable designers who contributed to the development of the mid-century modern style include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century home decor is characterized by clean lines, geometric shapes and materials like wood and tweed.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Some of the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers were Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Evans, Poul Kjærholm, Florence Knoll, George Nakashima, Giò Ponti, Hans Wegner, Charlotte Perriand, Sergio Rodrigues and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019The defining characteristics of mid-century modern furniture design include simplicity, an emphasis on organic forms, clean lines and a mix of both natural and man-made materials. The mid-century modern style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is used to describe the work of furniture designers who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Both neutral tones and bold Pop art colors can typically be found in mid-century modern interiors, which usually include light-filled spaces. An integration of floor-to-ceiling windows and abundant access to the outdoors renders prominent a connection with nature, which owes in part to the ideas of celebrated architect Frank Lloyd Wright, an inspiration for mid-century furniture designers. Popular mid-century modern designers include Ray and Charles Eames, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and others. Find vintage mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
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