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Elio Raffaeli Signed Clear Murano Glass Nude Woman Sculpture Figurine Italy 1980
By Elio Raffaeli
Located in Miami, FL
Italian Mid-Century Modern transparent Murano glass Female Nude made by master glass blower Elio
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Murano Glass

Murano Purple Glass Nude Female Sculpture, circa 1970
By Cenedese
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Deep purple Murano glass nude abstract figure on black glass base. A beautiful tabletop glass
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Blown Glass

Dino Rosin Large Murano Chalcedony Glass nude male Adonis Sculpture Signed
By Dino Rosin
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Dino Rosin Large Murano Chalcedony Glass nude male Adonis Sculpture Signed By the artist.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

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Blown Glass

Pino Signoretto Murano Art Glass Nude Sculpture Signed by the Artist
By Pino Signoretto
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Pino Signoretto Murano Art Glass Nude Sculpture Signed by the Artist As shown. Very complicated
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

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Art Glass

Archimede Seguso Artist Signed Murano Art Glass Nude Female Sculpture on Base
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Archimede Seguso Artist Signed Murano Art Glass Nude Female Sculpture on hand blown original glass
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Vintage 1970s Italian Glass

Materials

Art Glass

12 Art Deco Enameled Venetian Amethyst Coupe Glasses with Dancing Nude Ladies
By Vintage Murano Gallery, Antonio Salviati
Located in Stockholm, SE
12 Art Deco enameled Venetian amethyst glasses with gold foliate and latticework. Made in the 1930s
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Tableware

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Enamel

Set of Glasses and Carafe in Murano Glass by Seguso Vetri d'Arte
By Flavio Poli, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Milan, Italy
, splendid Novecento-style nude figures in massiccio glass, as well as bowls and urns with figures resting on
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Vintage 1940s Italian Modern Glass

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Murano Glass

Set of Glasses and Bottle in Murano Glass by Seguso Vetri d'Arte
By Flavio Poli, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Milan, Italy
, splendid Novecento-style nude figures in massiccio glass, as well as bowls and urns with figures resting on
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Vintage 1940s Italian Modern Glass

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Murano Glass

Massive Nude Art Glass Sculpture by Loredano Rosin for Murano Glass
By Loredano Rosin, Murano 5
Located in San Diego, CA
Massive nude art glass sculpture of a young woman by Loredano Rosin for Murano Glass, circa 1970s
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Mid-20th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Green Murano Glass Ashtray with Blue Shades by Flavio Poli 1960s
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, MI
Green and Blue Murano glass ashtray, whose realisation is attributed to Flavio Poli and made in the
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Pino Signoretto Nude Sculpture Murano Art Glass
By Pino Signoretto
Located in Miami, FL
A Pino Signoretto Sculpture of an undressed female torso. Masterful execution. Signed on base.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Art Glass

Nude Woman - Murano Glass Sculpture by Vetrerie Schiavon - Italy 1993
By Vetreria Schiavon
Located in Roma, IT
Schiavon, Murano in 1993.. Dated at the base 12-31-93. Signature in acid on bottom. Murano glass
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1990s Italian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Cenedese Nude Pink Vintage Midcentury Italian Murano Art Glass Vase
By Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Cenedese vintage midcentury Murano glass vase, made in Italy, circa 1970-1990. Particularly
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Italian Murano Art Glass Bowl with Brass Nude Male Figure, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
An Italian Murano art glass bowl with brass nude male figure, circa mid-20th century, Italy. This
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

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Brass

'Venus De Milo' Nude Murano Glass Sculpture / Statue, Italian Mid-Century Modern
By Loredano Rosin, Archimede Seguso
Located in Stamford, CT
'Venus De Milo' Nude Murano Glass Sculpture / Statue, Italian Mid-Century Modern A solid murano
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Antonio da Ros Abstract Nude Art Glass Murano Sculpture
By Antonio da Ros
Located in Miami, FL
Antonio da Ros Murano Sculpture for Cenedese, 1977. Masterful in its apparent simplicity. The
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Vintage 1970s Italian Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Cenedese Vintage Midcentury Italian Nude Pink Murano Glass Bowl, Vase or Dish
By Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
form and nude pink color (color). We have a full range of Murano glass from Cenedese, including
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Cenedese Nude Pink Vintage Midcentury Italian Murano Art Glass Vase or Urn
By Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Cenedese vintage midcentury Murano glass vase, vessel, cookie jar or urn made in Italy, circa 1970
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Cenedese Nude Pink Vintage Midcentury Italian Murano Art Glass Vase or Urn
By Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Cenedese vintage midcentury Murano glass vase, vessel, cookie jar or urn made in Italy, circa 1970
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Cenedese Pair of Nude Pink Vintage Midcentury Italian Murano Art Glass Vases
By Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Cenedese pair of vintage midcentury Murano glass vases or vessels, made in Italy, circa 1970-1990
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Cenedese Ensemble of Nude Pink Vintage Mid-Century Italian Murano Art Glass
By Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Cenedese set, group, ensemble or collection of vintage midcentury Murano glass vases, bowls or
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

V. Artist Signed Murano Art Glass Nude Male Sculpture on Base
By Vincenzo Nason & Cie
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Rare artwork by V. Nason This stunning work of handblown work of Murano art glass design is by
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Art Glass

Fulvio Bianconi Limited Nude Murano glass Sculpture Venini 1993 Number 5 of 29
By Fulvio Bianconi
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Fulvio Bianconi Limited Nude Murano glass Sculpture Venini 1993 Number 5 of 29. The sculpture is
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Blown Glass

Female Nude Table Lamp in Glass and Brass
Located in Antwerp, BE
Wonderful nude table lamp in glass and brass. Height 72 cm. Diameter 24 cm.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

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Brass

A green Murano glass sculpture.
Located in Southall, GB
A fine Murano glass figure of a nude lady standing on one leg on a round glass plinth, signed by
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Vintage 1980s Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Glass

A green Murano glass sculpture.
A green Murano glass sculpture.
H 360 in W 100 in D 180 in
Female Nude Glass Sculpture by Venini & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Female nude glass sculpture made by Venini & Co. deep purple glass, iridescent. Marked: Venini
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Vintage 1930s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Bum Glasses by Laure Prouvost, Murano Glass, Contemporary Art
Located in Zug, CH
Prouvost Bum Glasses (Set of 2) 2018 Murano Glass 22 × 11.5 cm (8.7 × 4.5 in) Signed and numbered Edition
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2010s Surrealist Prints and Multiples

Materials

Glass

Abstract "Venus de Milo" Murano Glass Sculpture by Loredano Rosin
By Loredano Rosin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
female nude on a glass base. The sculpture, made in a beautiful rose champagne Murano glass tone, makes
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Vintage 1950s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Bum Glasses by Laure Prouvost, Murano Glass, Contemporary Art
Located in Zug, CH
Prouvost Bum Glasses (Set of 2) 2018 Murano Glass 22 × 11.5 cm (8.7 × 4.5 in) Signed and numbered Edition
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2010s Surrealist Prints and Multiples

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Glass

Murano Gold Flecks Sommerso Pink Garden Nymph Italian Art Glass Figure Sculpture
By Alfredo Barbini, Cenedese
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown pink Sommerso nude garden nymph Italian art glass sculpture
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Gold Leaf

Murano Sub Line Glass Object by Artist Raffael Eros
By Eros Raffael
Located in Tilburg, NL
Murano Sub line glass object by artist Raffael Eros Beautiful Murano glass panel made by master
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Picture Frames

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Art Glass, Blown Glass

Murano Sub Line Glass Object by Artist Raffael Eros
Murano Sub Line Glass Object by Artist Raffael Eros
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H 11.8 in W 15.8 in D 0.4 in
Italy Geometric Vase in Red & Blue Murano Glass Attributed to Flavio Poli 1970s
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, MI
Vase of geometric shape in red and blue Murano glass, whose creation is attributed to Flavio Poli
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Italian Murano Glass Vase Corrosi Series by Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri d'Arte
By Flavio Poli, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Milan, Italy
Murano glass vase from the Corroso series designed by Flavio Poli for Seguso in the 1940s
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Art Glass Sculpture on Lit Pedestal by Loredano Rosin, Signed
By Loredano Rosin
Located in Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Art glass sculpture by Loredano Rosin (Italian, 1936-1991) portrays a nude figure in hand-polished
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1990s Italian Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Iridescent Bowl with figurine in Figurehead Position, Ercole Barovier, 1930
By Ercole Barovier, Vetreria Artistica Barovier & C.
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This shows the Classic Murano figurine head with the casque hair position. The bowl has been waved
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Decorative Bowls

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Gold Leaf

Untitled, Figurative, Mixed Media on Paper, Black, Brown Anjolie Ela Menon
By Anjolie Ela Menon
Located in Kolkata, West Bengal
graphics and Murano glass. She is best known for her religious-themed works, portraits, and nudes that
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2010s Modern Figurative Paintings

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Mixed Media, Paper

Pair of Spherical Murano Glass Italian Table Lamps with Chromed Metal Base
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing pair of midcentury spherical Murano glass table lamps with chromed metal base. This
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Chrome

Nude with Cactus, Mixed Media on Paper, Contemporary Art
By Barry Wolfryd
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
frequently in Europe. In the summer of 2014 he produced a series of glass sculptures in Murano, Italy at
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1980s Contemporary Nude Paintings

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Mixed Media

Loredano Rosin Bending Female Nude Study
By Loredano Rosin
Located in New York, NY
Lavender Murano glass of a bending nude woman. Artist signed on base.
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20th Century Italian Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Double Seguso Blue Murano Glass Handles, Venice 1951
By Archimede Seguso, Giuseppe Santomaso
Located in Milano, IT
) in Venice in 1951. Blue submerged murano glass with brass fittings. The organic shapes together
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

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Brass

Large Murano Glass Abstract Nude Sculpture with Gold Leaf Signed
By Sandro Frattin
Located in Grantham, GB
Beautiful murano glass abstract nude sculpture with gold leaf, blue and green with gold leaf and
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Vintage 1960s Italian Art Deco Abstract Sculptures

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Murano Glass

Rare Acid Signed Murano Art Deco Figure by Napoleon Martinuzzi for CVM
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Napoleone Martinuzzi Compagnia de Venezia e Murano art glass figure. Clear reclining female nude on
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Glass

Dino Rosin Large Original Murano Blown Glass Nude Female Figurative Signed Art
Located in Bloomington, MN
Dino Rosin Original & Authentic Full Round Murano Glass Sculpture "Kneeling Nude Original", Listed
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

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Blown Glass

UNTITLED Hand Blown Murano Glass Sculpture
By Loredano Rosin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a blown Murano glass sculpture of a kneeling boy by the Italian artist Loredano Rosin
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1980s Figurative Sculptures

Flavio Poli Seguso Vetri d'Arte Brown Murano Art Glass Vase, circa 1950s
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Flavio Poli
Located in New York, NY
dark brown Murano glass cased inside with a layer of pale green and clear glass Designer
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Romano Donà for Seguso vetri D'arte unique extralarge Alexandrit abstract sculpt
By Romano Donà
Located in Grantham, GB
nude sculpture, signed by the artist. Alexandrit Neodymium glass change colour to blue in fluorescent
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Vintage 1960s Italian Art Deco Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

1960s Italian White Scavo Murano Glass Nude Figure
By Cenedese
Located in New York, NY
woman in a modernist interpretation. Created in blown crystal clear Murano glass worked with the special
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Nude Table Sculpture Italy Signed Mazzega, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a marvelous, Murano glass art sculpture, of a nude woman, signed Seguso
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Murano Glass

Rustre Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Nude Male Figure
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern, circa 1960s signed figure of a nude male torso by R. Rustre in clear Murano
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Pino Signoretto 1970s Italian Seafoam Green Scavo Murano Glass Nude Sculpture
By Pino Signoretto
Located in New York, NY
sophisticated aqua green blown Murano glass, textured with the technique scavo that creates shimmering
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Italian Glass Nude Standing Figural Sculpture
By Compagnia Di Venezia E Murano (C.V.M.)
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful 21.5" nude figural sculpture in handblown Murano glass unsigned possibly Dino Rosin.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Italian vintage metal bonbonniere metal with rosa Murano glass lid
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Murano swirl glass in a beautiful nude shade. D:15 cm H:5 cm⁠⁠
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Metal

Reclining Nude Abstract Italian Murano Art Glass Sculpture by, Oscar Zanetti
By Oscar Zanetti, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Englewood, NJ
A Late 20th century murano Italian Glass "Abstract Reclining Nude" decorated with swirling
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Italian Murano Glass Sculpture of a Female Nude by Roberto Anatra
By Roberto Anatra
Located in Pasadena, CA
Glass sculpture from the 1980's signed on bottom of base. The clear glass piece is shaped in the
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Nude Figure by Seguso Murano Italy
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful glass scuplture of a nude figure in an reclined action pose. Perfect condition with
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20th Century Italian Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Pair of Figural Murano Glass Sculptures
Located in New York, NY
Pair of female nude sculptures in Murano glass.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Murano Glass Lamps
Located in New York, NY
An unusual and elegant pair of Murano glass lamps in a "nude" tone on a Lucite base. The lamps have
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20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Pair of Murano Glass Lamps
Pair of Murano Glass Lamps
H 30.25 in Dm 6.25 in
Italian Geometric Vase in Spotted Murano Glass Attributed to Flavio Poli 1970s
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, MI
Vase with a geometric shape in brown and yellow speckled Murano glass, whose creation is attributed
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Vintage 1970s Vases

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Murano Glass

Set of Mid-Century Modern Flavio Poli Murano Glass Italian Vases
By Flavio Poli
Located in Madrid, ES
Set of three Murano hand blown vases made in Murano glass by the Italian artist glassblower Flavio
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Murano Glass

Monumental 'Salviati Murano Art Glass Figure' by Emilio Nason
By Antonio Salviati
Located in Buffalo, NY
.. SALVIATI MURANO GLASS Crouched Nude Woman. Paper label, Made in Italy. . Measures, 17 1/4''H. 5 3/4
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Art Glass

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Murano Glass Nude For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic murano glass nude available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of glass, murano glass and blown glass, every murano glass nude was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the murano glass nude you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A murano glass nude, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Cenedese, Loredano Rosin and Alfredo Barbini each produced at least one beautiful murano glass nude that is worth considering.

How Much is a Murano Glass Nude?

Prices for a murano glass nude can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $501 and can go as high as $18,500, while the average can fetch as much as $1,800.
Questions About Murano Glass Nude
  • 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 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 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 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 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 ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    How 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, 2023
    To 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, 2022
    All 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, 2022
    Yes, 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether Murano glass holds its value depends on a variety of factors, including how well it’s cared for as well as demand and supply. Antique Murano art glass can fetch thousands of dollars at auction depending on the brand, the history of the work, the technique used to design the piece and more. The first step in determining if your Murano glass object has held its value is determining its authenticity. To tell if a Murano glass vase is real, look for the name of the shop that produced it on the bottom. Then, use trusted online resources to determine if the workshop is in Murano, Italy. Bear in mind that authentic pieces normally do not have the word "Murano" on their labels. If you need assistance authenticating a particular vase, you may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer. Because it can be difficult to predict how the value of items will change over time, choose decorative objects that appeal to you. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Murano glassware from some of the world’s top sellers.

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With a High-Tech Flagship and Cool Collabs, Lladró Is Breaking the Mold for Porcelain Production

Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.

Zoë Powell’s Magnolia 05 Vessel Is Handmade from Clay She Unearthed Herself

The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.

8 Ways to Breathe New Life into a Space with Plants

The pair behind the Instagram account @houseplantclub share their tips for making any room of the house gloriously green.

Paris Gallerist Sandy Toupenet Gets Fired Up over 20th-Century Ceramics and Inventive New Makers

Her space on the city’s Left Bank mixes mid-century pieces by the likes of Jean Cocteau and Pablo Picasso with whimsical contemporary creations.

These Soft Sculptures Are Childhood Imaginary Friends Come to Life

Miami artist and designer Gabriela Noelle’s fantastical creations appeal to the Peter Pan in all of us.

This Vivacious Teapot Has Agnes Martin on One Side and Jean-Michel Basquiat on the Other

Ceramist Roberto Lugo brings a street-art sensibility to a dainty serving vessel while paying homage to his artistic heroes.

This Rare Set of 100 Alessi Vases Includes Designs by Scores of International Artists

Alessandro Mendini, Michael Graves, Ettore Sottsass and other design luminaries contributed to this unusual collection of porcelain wares representing a time capsule of late-20th-century decorative art.