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Pair of Italian Murano Glass, Shield Form Mirrors, Max Ingrand & Fontana Arte
By Max Ingrand, Fontana Arte
Located in New York, NY
A Rare and Elegant Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Mirrors attributed to Max
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Murano Glass, Mirror
H 34.5 in W 13.25 in D 1.5 in
Graniglia Shield Sconces, 8 Available
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with a Murano glass shield hand blown in Graniglia technique to produce granular
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Gold Plate
Graniglia Shield Sconce by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with a Murano glass shield hand blown in Graniglia technique to produce granular
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and...
Materials
Gold Plate
Graniglia Shield Sconce by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with a Murano glass shield hand blown in Graniglia technique to produce granular
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and...
Materials
Gold Plate
Graniglia Shield Sconce by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with a Murano glass shield hand blown in Graniglia technique to produce granular
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and...
Materials
Gold Plate
Graniglia Shield Sconce by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with a Murano glass shield hand blown in Graniglia technique to produce granular
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and...
Materials
Gold Plate
Pair of Graniglia Shield Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with a Murano glass shield hand blown in Graniglia technique to produce granular
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Graniglia Shield Sconce by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with a Murano glass shield hand blown in Graniglia technique to produce granular
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and...
Materials
Gold Plate
Graniglia Shield Sconce by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with a Murano glass shield hand blown in Graniglia technique to produce granular
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and...
Materials
Gold Plate
Graniglia Shield Sconce by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with a Murano glass shield hand blown in Graniglia technique to produce granular
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and...
Materials
Gold Plate
Graniglia Shield Sconce by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with a Murano glass shield hand blown in Graniglia technique to produce granular
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and...
Materials
Gold Plate
Pair of Pink Shield Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian wall lights with clear and light pink Murano glass shields mounted on white metal
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Amber Graniglia Shield Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with a clear Murano glass shield hand blown with amber Graniglia to produce
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Graniglia Shield Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with a Murano glass shield hand blown in Graniglia technique to produce granular
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Graniglia Shield Sconces by Barovier e Toso
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with a Murano glass shield hand blown in Graniglia technique to produce granular
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Rainbow Graniglia Shield Sconce, 3 Available
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with textured Murano glass shield hand blown with rainbow colored Graniglia to
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Rainbow Graniglia Shield Sconce, 3 Available
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with textured Murano glass shield hand blown with rainbow colored Graniglia to
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Graniglia Murano Sconces, 12 Available
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian wall light with a Murano glass shield hand blown in Graniglia technique to produce
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Pair of Graniglia Shield Sconces by Fabio Ltd, 2 Pairs Available
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with a Murano glass shield hand blown in Graniglia technique to produce granular
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and...
Materials
Gold Plate
Milky White Shield Sconce by Barovier e Toso, 5 Available
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with creamy milky white Murano glass shield mounted on white metal frame / Made
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Pair of Graniglia Shield Sconces by Barovier e Toso, 2 Pairs Available
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with a Murano glass shield hand blown in Graniglia technique to produce granular
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Murano Graniglia Sconces, 4 Pairs Available
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian Murano glass shield wall light hand blown with clear and amber graniglia to produce
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Gold Graniglia Shield Sconces by Barovier e Toso, 2 Pairs Available
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with a Murano glass shield infused with gold, hand blown in Graniglia technique
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Gold Plate
H 11.82 in W 11.82 in D 5.91 in
Custom Made Murano Ivory Pearlized Glass and Brass Round Chandelier, Italy
Located in New York, NY
or textured Murano glass shields in a pearlized white or frosted color. A frosted glass bottom with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Graniglia Shield Sconce by Barovier e Toso - Pair Available
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian wall lights with Murano glass shield diffusers hand blown in Graniglia technique to
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Graniglia Sconce by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with a Murano glass shield hand blown in Graniglia technique to produce granular
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and...
Materials
Gold Plate
Graniglia Sconce by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with a Murano glass shield hand blown in Graniglia technique to produce granular
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and...
Materials
Gold Plate
Graniglia Sconce by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with a Murano glass shield hand blown in Graniglia technique to produce granular
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and...
Materials
Gold Plate
Graniglia Sconce by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with a Murano glass shield hand blown in Graniglia technique to produce granular
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and...
Materials
Gold Plate
Pair of Graniglia Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with a clear Murano glass shield hand blown in Graniglia technique to produce
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
1950s Italian Shield Wall Mirror Carved Giltwood Italy
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Chula Vista, CA
shield design
Features medallions on glass. Gold gilt on wood
31.5 h x 17.13 w x 1.25 d
Preowned original
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Wood, Giltwood
Vintage Thick and Massive Swedish Orrefors Vase in Grey/Green Sommerso Glass
By Orrefors
Located in Milano, IT
whole world. With style and quality that fear no rivals, not even the celebrated Murano glassblowers
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Art Glass
H 10.63 in W 3.55 in D 5.52 in
1970s Italian Chrome Brass Murano Glass Pendant Light Mazzega Carlo Nason Style
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in London, GB
An unusual 1970s chrome, brass, wood and Murano glass hanging ceiling light in the style of Carlo
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Chrome
H 23.63 in Dm 9.85 in
1970s Crescent Murano Glass Pendant Lamp, Carlo Nason, Mazzega Attributed
By Carlo Nason, Kalmar Lighting, Mazzega
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
very thick hand blown Murano glass crescents are bisected by a metal column.
The crescents are clear
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Vintage Red White Painted Face Italian Art Glass Santa Paperweight Figure
By Galliano Ferro, Fornasa De Murano A L'Insegna Del Moreto
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown red, white and gold flecks Italian art glass Santa Claus
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Gold Leaf
Murano Art Glass Mid-Century Wall Light, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
Splendid and important Murano glass wall light with a particular shape and a very very rich glass
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Fratelli Toso Murano Green White Italian Art Glass Crown Paperweight
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful and colorful vintage Murano hand blown green and white twisting ribbons Italian art glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine
Fratelli Toso Murano Rainbow Filigrana Ribbons Italian Art Glass Swan Figurine
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown rainbow Filigrana ribbons with satin surface Italian art glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass
H 6 in W 2.13 in D 3.75 in
Cenedese Murano Opalescent Blue White Italian Art Glass Fan Conch Seashell Bowl
By Cenedese
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown opalescent blue and white Italian art glass seashell bowl
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass, Opaline Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
H 2.5 in W 6.5 in D 7.75 in
Murano Art Glass Dove-Gray Color and Brass Wall Light, 2020
Located in Rome, IT
Splendid and important Murano glass wall light with a particular shape and a very very rich glass
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
1980 Italian Brutalist Pair of Cream Beige Murano Glass Round Brass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
enclosed in a Murano glass cylinder of an unusual and sophisticated sand taupe color with a quality
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Brutalist Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 22.5 in Dm 13.75 in
Pair of Postmodern Nightstand Table Lamps made in Murano Glass by De Majo
By De Majo, Venini
Located in Roma, IT
.
Typical Venetian name as well as the material in which they were made: Murano glass.
the bases of these
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
H 8.67 in W 7.88 in D 5.32 in
Art Deco Style Monumental Pair of Dark Red Ivory White Murano Glass Wall Lights
Located in New York, NY
composed of a precious blown Murano Art glass disc in ivory white, exceptionally worked with a high quality
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
H 46 in W 27.75 in D 3.25 in
Pair of Pink Murano Sconces, 3 Pairs Available
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian wall lights with pink textured shield Murano glass shades mounted on white metal
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Antique Shield Shaped Venetian Mirror 19th Century 69x37cm
Located in London, GB
mirrors out of plate glass was invented by 16th-century Venetian glassmakers on the island of Murano, who
Category
Antique 1880s Italian Wall Mirrors
Materials
Glass
Pairs of Modern Icy Shield-Shaped Wall Lights, Contemporary, UL Certified
Located in Westport, CT
Pair of very thickly blown icy clear glass wall lights in a tapered shield form with handmade
Category
2010s Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Blown Glass
Large Rococo Style Pink Venetian Glass Wall Mirror
Located in Glasgow, GB
scrolls. Encircling this is the sparkling and meandering frame of crystal clear Murano glass scrolls
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Rococo Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Murano Glass
Mid-Century Modernist Reverse Etched Venetian Mirror W/ Murano Appliqués
Located in New York, NY
Detailing and Murano Appliqués originates from Italy, Circa 1960. Features a scalloped shield form profile
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Glass, Mirror
Ring Floor Lamp
By Il Paralume Marina
Located in Milan, IT
shielded by exquisite shades crafted of the finest Italian crystal. For a final dramatic and dynamic effect
Category
2010s Italian Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Gentleman Lamp
By Il Paralume Marina
Located in Milan, IT
Murano glass elements that boast a stunning surface of parallel grooves. The E27 60W bulb is shielded by
Category
2010s Italian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Decorative Ornate Florentine Giltwood Mirror 190 x 150 cm
Located in London, GB
glass was invented by 16th-century Venetian glassmakers on the island of Murano, who covered the back of
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Giltwood
Vintage Thick and Massive Swedish Orrefors Vase in Grey/Green Sommerso Glass
By Orrefors
Located in Milan, IT
whole world. With style and quality that fear no rivals, not even the celebrated Murano glassblowers
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Art Glass
H 10.63 in W 3.55 in D 5.52 in
Contemporary Table Lamp Petali by Hannes Peer in Iron and Brass
By Hannes Peer
Located in Milan, IT
Contemporary table lamp Petali, Paesaggio collection by Hannes Peer. 8 mobile diffusers that shield
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Arts and Crafts Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Iron
One of a Kind Pink Blush Murano Glass Shields and Brass Chandelier, Italy, 2020
Located in New York, NY
glass. It consists of six curved pieces of textured, blush Murano glass shields or plates with suspended
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
H 37.5 in W 64 in L 37.5 in
Murano Midcentury Round Glass and Brass Italian Chandelier, 1980
By Murano 5
Located in Rome, IT
Murano glass shields, these are not flat but slightly rounded. Their workmanship is very beautiful, as if
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pearlized Textured White Murano Glass and Bronze Round Chandelier, Italy
Located in New York, NY
This Murano glass and bronze chandelier consists of hand casted stamped or textured Murano glass
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Gold and White Venetian Shield Form Glass Mirrors
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Essex, MA
Pair of gold and white Murano Venetian shield form glass mirrors with beautifully etched birds in
Category
20th Century Italian Wall Mirrors
Materials
Glass
Set of Four Mazzega Shield Sconces
By Mazzega
Located in Cathedral City, CA
A set of four sconces by Mazzega. Has a brass frame and single light each.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Single Barovier Floral Shield Sconce
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Single floral shield sconce. Consisting of clear petals with aquamarine centers. Interior has one
Category
20th Century Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
1990s Modern Italian Pair of Silver Finish Textured Murano Glass Concave Sconces
Located in New York, NY
7 individual sconces available. Late 20th century, Italian blown Murano glass wall lights coming
Category
1990s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Silver Leaf
H 21.25 in W 15.75 in D 4 in
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Murano Glass Shields For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of murano glass shields available for sale. Frequently made of glass, murano glass and metal, all murano glass shields available were constructed with great care. Find 48 antique and vintage murano glass shields at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 19 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Murano glass shields have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Murano glass shields made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — are very popular at 1stDibs. Murano glass shields have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Barovier&Toso, Maison Veronese and Cenedese are consistently popular.
How Much are Murano Glass Shields?
Prices for murano glass shields start at $600 and top out at $19,500 with the average selling for $2,400.
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Questions About Murano Glass Shields
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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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Patrizio Chiarparini of Brooklyn’s Duplex gallery sheds light on the lasting legacy of Italy’s postwar furniture boom.
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.
Christopher Tennant’s Lamps and Dioramas Evoke Sunny Days and Seaside Locales
The former magazine editor blends elements of the Far East and America’s eastern shores, bringing wit and delight to his handmade, upcycled designs.
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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