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Exceptional Licio Zanetti Monumental Murano Glass Decanter
By Licio Zanetti
Located in Buchanan, MI
Exceptional Licio Zanetti monumental Murano glass decanter very heavy and sculptural.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Crystal
Customizable Monumental Murano Glass Table Lamps Vibrant Hues Contemporary Italy
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
Customizable Monumental Murano Glass Table Lamps with Vibrant Hues, Contemporary Italy.
These awe
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
H 28.74 in Dm 7.87 in
Monumental Murano Glass Box
Located in London, GB
Monumental blue Murano glass box with polished brass inner core.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes
Materials
Brass
Monumental Murano Glass Chandelier
By Venini
Located in Hudson, NY
Superb glass chandelier composed of hand blown Murano glass elements colored in dark grey and clear
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Monumental Murano Glass Chandelier, circa 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A monumental midcentury glass chandelier, circa 1960s.
This amazing chandelier is made of 1170
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Roberto Anatra, Monumental Murano Glass, Lavender, Sculpture /Figure, Signed
By Roberto Anatra
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an amazing murano glass sculpture by the well known murano Master, Roberto Anatra. title
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Glass
Materials
Glass
H 28.5 in W 4 in D 3.5 in
Monumental Murano Glass Floor Lamp in Variegated Colors and Gritty Texture Italy
By Giovanni Dalla Fina
Located in Villaverla, IT
Grandiose Monumental Murano Glass Floor Lamp in Variegated Colors and Gritty Texture Italy
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome
H 88.58 in Dm 27.55 in
Exceptional Monumental Murano Glass Flush Mount Chandelier, Mid-Century Modern
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An extra large midcentury flush mounted Murano leaf glass chandelier, textured curved glass leaves
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal, Brass
Monumental Murano Glass Triedre Crystal Sputnik Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Venice renowned for centuries for its superlative glass production. It consists of a series of Murano
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Chrome
Monumental Murano Glass Flower Chandelier by Cenedese
By Gino Cenedese
Located in Austin, TX
Gorgeous, gigantic Murano glass flower chandelier in opaline and clear glass. 313 flowers made from
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Steel
Monumental Murano Glass Sapphire Colored Poliedri Chandelier
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in Rome, IT
This fantastic chandelier consists with circa 200 colored Poliedri glass of Murano.
Sapphire color
Category
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Fratelli Toso Monumental Murano Glass Bottle/Decanter with Stopper and Label
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Murano glass. Has partial blue label for Toso Brothers in the 50/60 s.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Glass
Materials
Glass
1980s Monumental Murano Glass Chandelier style of Venini
Located in Amsterdam, NH
Marvelous sophisticated design with 184 Triedri crystals and brass structure. 127 medium kristals and 57 large Triedri shaped kristal. The elements of this typical chandelier are cal...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Impressive and Monumental Murano Glass Spiked Starburst Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
center with each brass rod being capped with a hand blown Murano glass obelisk formed spike giving this
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Flavio Poli for Seguso Monumental, Murano Glass Table Lamp
By Archimede Seguso, Flavio Poli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great Murano lamp by Flavio Poli. Over all measures diameter 14 total high 27 inches. Shade not
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Contemporary Bespoke Italian Monumental Murano Glass Antique Brass Open Lantern
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
, elegantly curved at top and bottom, supporting twisted crystal Murano glass uprights containing the LED
Category
2010s Italian Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Metal, Brass
Contemporary Bespoke Italian Monumental Murano Glass Antique Brass Open Lantern
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
, elegantly curved at top and bottom, supporting twisted crystal Murano glass uprights containing the LED
Category
2010s Italian Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Brass, Metal
Space Age rare monumental Murano glass table lamp, Vistosi, 1960s
By Gino Vistosi
Located in Firenze, IT
Space Age Murano glass table lamp.
Vistosi, Italy 1960s
Pale yellow / beige glass.
Three bulbs
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Monumental Murano Glass Chandelier Designed by Gino Poli for Aureliano Toso
By Aureliano Toso, Gino Poli
Located in Rome, IT
chandeliers is composed by hundreds of precious 'Tronchi' murano glasses on eight levels with clear and grey
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Monumental Murano Glass Chandelier Designed by Gino Poli for Aureliano Toso
By Aureliano Toso, Gino Poli
Located in Rome, IT
chandeliers is composed by hundreds of precious 'Tronchi' murano glasses on eight levels with clear and grey
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Set of 2 Positano, Monumental Murano Glass Ceiling Light or Chandelier, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Splendid set of 2 Murano glass ceiling lamp, perfect for decorating a large space.
Period: circa
Category
Vintage 1970s European Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Limited Edition Set of 3 Monumental Murano Glass Vases by Tadao Ando
By Tadao Ando
Located in London, GB
For Vetreria Venini Murano, 2011
'Rosetta', 'Ghiaccio', & 'Velato': 3 glass sculptural vases, each
Category
2010s Japanese Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Murano Glass Cascade Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italy, monumental Murano glass clear gold plank cascade chandelier, circa 1970s.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Imposing Pale Yellow Murano Glass Table Lamps by Vistosi, Italy, 1960s
By Vistosi
Located in Milan, IT
Monumental Murano glass table lamp by Vistosi.
Two pieces available, sold as single pieces.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Oversized Barovier & Taso Murano Glass Lamp, 1960s, Italy
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Miami, FL
Gorgeous monumental Murano glass lamp. Lamp has gold aventurine and controlled bubbles throughout
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass
Murano Glass and Lucite Table Lamp Attrib. to Barovier & Toso
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Monumental Murano glass table lamp attributed to Barovier e Toso. Lamp has shades of gold and blues
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Art Glass, Lucite
Italian Murano Glass Clown Monumental Size
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fantastic monumental Murano Italian glass clown is fantastic and in great condition. Minor
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Barovier Toso, Monumental "Bolloni" Murano Glass Vase, Signed
By Barovier&Toso, Angelo Barovier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great Barovier Toso " Bolloni" murano Vase. Signed in bottom. Large clear vase with large lens.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Glass
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass, Glass
Monumental Fratelli Toso Yellow Murano glass vase, Italy 1930s
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Milan, IT
Splendid Monumental Fratelli Toso Yellow Murano glass vase, Italy 1930s
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Monumental Colizza Murano Vase
By Colizza
Located in Dronten, NL
Very large and heavy iridescent glass vase with subtle gold foil inclusions signed Colizza
Category
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Gold
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
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
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
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Monumental Lobster Sculpture Murano Glass, Vintage, Italy, 1980s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This Murano glass lobster statue was most likely made in the 1980s in Italy. Murano glass is a type
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Murano Glass Dining Table with Embedded Stem Lights by Giovanni Dalla Fina Italy
By Giovanni Dalla Fina
Located in Villaverla, IT
Murano Glass Dining Table with Embedded Stem Lights by Giovanni Dalla Fina Italy.
A Monumental
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass
H 32 in W 78 in D 52 in
Monumental Flush Mount Antiqued Murano Glass White and Green Color, 1980s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A hand blown Italian flush mount chandelier in antiqued glass, white with green inclusions, mounted
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Dino Martens Murano Orange Iridescent Italian Art Glass Monumental Flower Vase
By Dino Martens, Aureliano Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful, rare, and large vintage Murano hand blown orange "A Mace" Italian art glass flower vase
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Glass, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
Vintage Monumental Transparent "A Mugnoni" Murano Glass Vase by Ercole Barovier
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1938.
This is a vase from the A Mugnoni series in transparent heavy blown glass
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
H 11.03 in Dm 13.39 in
Monumental Anzolo Fuga for A.V.E.M. Murano 'Murrine Incatenate' Glass Vase
By Anzolo Fuga, Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM)
Located in Dronten, NL
graphic and unique works of art by one of the most important Murano glass designers.
Literature: Anzolo
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass, Murrine
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H 17.33 in Dm 7.88 in
Murano Glass Large Apothecary Jar
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Winter Park, FL
A very large mid century Murano glass lidded apothecary or candy jar attributed to Barovier and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
Monumental Ruby Red Italian Murano Art Glass Vase by Venini
By Venini, Vintage Italian Glass
Located in Atlanta, GA
This spectacular and beautiful hand-blown Italian Art glass vase was designed by Venini, Murano
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass, Glass
Monumental Amber Murano Glass Box
Located in London, GB
A Monumental amber Murano glass box with polished brass inner core.
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass
Monumental Interlocking Glass Flush Mount
By Mazzega
Located in New York, NY
Monumental interlocking glass flush mount ceiling fixture by Mazzega. Additional glass elements
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Archimede Seguso Murano Sommerso Pink Amber Art Glass Centerpiece
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Barcelona, ES
Monumental Italian Modernist Murano glass centerpiece vase.
Extra Large ( 23, 2 in ) pink amber
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass, Sommerso
Pink Murano Mandruzzato Vase
By Alessandro Mandruzzato
Located in COLMENAR VIEJO, ES
from blown Murano glass, it features an intricate diamond-like geometric shape. It’s flat, raised
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Venini Battuto Monumental Vase Tobia Scarpa 1959 Signed
By Venini, Tobia Scarpa
Located in Munich, DE
Monumental Venini vase by Tobia Scarpa with signature Venini Italy on the bottom.
Measures: 30 D x
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Monumental Golden Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in Tarrytown, NY
A very large and elegant Italian chandelier. Beautiful golden Murano glass color and newly rewired.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Italian 19/20th C. Murano Glass and Polychrome Multi-Tier 16 Arm Chandelier
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in New York, NY
An incredible and monumental Italian late 19/early 20th century Murano glass and polychrome multi
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Blown Glass
Monumental Barovier e Toso Murano Modern Glass Vase
By Vintage Murano Gallery, Ercole Barovier, Barovier&Toso
Located in Culver City, CA
A monumental blue red and clear Murano art glass vase made by Ercole Barovier for Barovier e Toso
Category
1990s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Monumental Pink Glass Leaf Chandelier, Murano
Located in Budapest, HU
Palmette ceiling light made by 163 Murano pink glasses in a gold metal frame. Murano blown glass in
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Vintage Murano Barovier e Toso Red Tall Glass Candlestick with Gold Aventurine
By Barovier&Toso
Located in North Miami, FL
This vintage mid century modern Murano blown glass candlestick is by the masters Barovier e Toso
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
H 17.5 in W 8 in D 8 in
Monumental Felci Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
Striking large chandelier with precious Murano glass felci.
21-light bulbs E 17.
Measures: Height
Category
2010s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Pair of Modernist Torchieres in Smoked Handblown Murano Glass
By Murano 5
Located in New York, NY
Murano, Italy, the island off the coast of Venice renowned for its superlative glass production. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Gold
Seguso for Oggetti Murano Blue Purple Glass Sculptures , Vases Italian Pair 80's
By Oggetti, Archimede Seguso
Located in North Miami, FL
These absolutely stunning and arresting Italian vintage Murano glass monumental glass sculptures
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
H 32 in W 11 in D 10.5 in
Monumental Murano Art Glass Vase
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in New York, NY
Unusually large scale Murano art glass vase, having blue ground with multi color millefiore
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Monumental pair of vintage Murano wall sconce - 41 pink triedri
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Huge and fantastica pair of vintage Murano wall sconce made by 41 Murano crystal prism (triedri
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Art Glass
Monumental White Iridescent Murano Glass Disc Chandelier
Located in Berlin, BE
Monumental large white iridescent Murano glass disc chandelier attributed to Vistosi.
The
Category
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Monumental Pair of Murano Art Glass Golden Leaf Sconces Lights Barovier, 1970s
By Mazzega, Barovier&Toso
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Monumental pair of Italian Barovier & Toso attribution handcrafted Murano art glass wall sconces or
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
H 35.44 in W 11.03 in D 3.94 in
Monumental Italian Murano Glass Tronchi Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
fixture can be disassembled and the glasses individually wrapped for easy transport. We will deliver
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Monumental Italian Murano Glass Tronchi Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
This extraordinary chandelier on 7 levels composed by 165 'Tronchi' 30 cm high glasses.
Brass
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Monumental Italian Murano Glass Tronchi Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
bulbs E 14.
Measure: Height 160 cm without chain.
This light fixture can be disassembled and the glasses
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
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Monumental Murano Glass For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic piece of monumental murano glass available at 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, murano glass and metal. There are 233 variations of the antique or vintage item from our selection of monumental murano glass you’re looking for, while we also have 16 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a choice in our collection of monumental murano glass — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each object in our assortment of monumental murano glass bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks is very popular. A well-made option in this array of monumental murano glass has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Barovier&Toso, Murano and Mazzega Murano are consistently popular.
How Much is a Monumental Murano Glass?
The average selling price for a piece of monumental murano glass at 1stDibs is $4,962, while they’re typically $490 on the low end and $86,515 for the highest priced.
Questions About Monumental Murano Glass
- What is Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Murano 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano 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.
- Does Murano glass break?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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.
- Where is Murano glass signed?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Authentic 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.
- How is Murano glass marked?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024How 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, 2024Murano 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.
- Does Murano glass have markings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, 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.
- What is Murano glass made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Murano 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.
- Why is it called Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023It 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.
- Can Murano glass be clear?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Although 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.
- How can I identify Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano 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, 2022Murano 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.
- Is Murano blown glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, 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.
- Is Murano glass valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Whether 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 ExpertSeptember 28, 2021There 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.
- How much is Murano glass worth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021How much Murano glass is worth depends on the size as well as on other factors. New Murano glass necklaces may cost up to $35 depending on the number of beads — a vintage Murano glass necklace may garner considerably more money — whereas a vase made of Murano glass can cost a few thousand dollars. Antique Murano art glass can fetch thousands of dollars at auction depending on the brand, the history of the piece, the technique used to design the piece and more. Find a collection of antique and vintage Murano glass jewelry and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023To tell if a Murano glass fruit is real, look for the signature of the artist or factory on the piece. 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. Use trusted online resources to determine if the maker's location is or was in Murano, in northeastern Italy. Seeing the word "Murano" on a glass decorative object doesn't mean that it is authentic. In fact, most genuine pieces won't show the word "Murano." 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. If you need assistance authenticating a piece, seek the help of a licensed appraiser. Shop a selection of Murano glass decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022All Murano glass pieces are either hand-blown or mouth-blown in Murano, Italy. This will cause small imperfections like air bubbles or a Pontil mark. In addition, the glass master will leave his signature on the piece indicating its authenticity. It’s important to purchase from a vetted seller or vendor to ensure authenticity. Shop authentic Murano glass pieces from 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Murano glass does indeed have a pontil mark. Murano glass is individually blown in Venice, Italy, and the mark at the bottom is made by the rod used by the artisan when they shape the piece. Shop a collection of Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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.
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Paavo Tynell’s Snowflake Chandelier Warms Up Any Room
This circa 1950 piece by the legendary Finnish lighting designer spent the past several decades in a family's home in Michigan.
NASA Parachutes Inspired Lighting Designer Bec Brittain’s New Collection
In "Paraciphers," now on view at Emma Scully Gallery in New York, Brittain introduces works that were more than a decade in the making.
This Handsome Leather Pendant Light Is Crafted Using Saddle-Making Techniques
The Doma by L’Aviva Home nods to Colombia’s equestrian heritage.
Celebrate Spring Year-Round with This Lush Murano-Glass Chandelier
Hand-blown glass makes the Italian fixture glow like dew-covered leaves in the sun.
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Murano Standing Lamp
Murano Glass Standing Lamp
Italian Brass And Grey Murano Glass Chandelier
Sputnik Spike Chandelier
Palmette Barovier
Tronchi Brown Chandelier
Luce Bronze
Murano Glass Disc Chandelier Brown
Murano Glass Geometric Table Lamps
Wall Scones Murano
Glass Table Black Lucite Base
Murano Ruby Red Vase
Pair Of Murano Pulegoso Glass Lamps
Circular Ceiling Lights
Pink Bubble Vase
Art Deco Murano Lantern
Vintage Murano Glass Balls