Murano Glass Turtler
Estate Italian Murano Glass Turtle
Located in New Orleans, LA
Estate Italian Murano glass turtle. This will make you and your guests smile with its whimsical
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Materials
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Murano Glass Turtle, Jellyfish Inside The Shell, Italy, 1970s
Located in Palermo, IT
Murano glass turtle, jellyfish inside the shell, 1970s
Very particular polychrome object in Murano
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Vintage Pink Murano Glass Turtle
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful pink Murano glass decorative statue made in the 1950s by a great Italian master
Category
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Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Modern Murano Sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
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Materials
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Mid-Century Murano Leopard Tortoise Shell Pattern Glass Handkerchief Vase, 1960
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Murano Art glass Handkerchief vase 1960s.
Mid-Century beautiful, turtle shell hand blown Murano
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Materials
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Tortoiseshell Murano Glass & Brass Decanter, Attributed to Barovier Toso
By Barovier&Toso
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Tortoiseshell Murano glass & brass decanter, attributed to Barovier Toso.
Italy, 1950s
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Artistic Handmade Murano Glass Sculpture Aquamarine Turtle
By Roberto Beltrami
Located in Murano, VE
with precision in authentic Murano glass. Each exquisite detail is meticulously crafted by skilled
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Materials
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Italian Murano Glass Attributed Hollow Blown Amber Glass Turtle
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Modern Italian Murano attributed hollow blown glass turtle dating from the latter 20th century. The
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Blown Glass
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Seguso Tortoise Turtle Figurine Sculpture Pink Alabastro Murano Studio Art Glass
By Archimede Seguso, Seguso
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
An Archimede Seguso tortoise figurine in "Pink Alabastro" Murano art glass. A lovely sculpture and
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H 2.76 in W 6.11 in D 3.55 in
Murano Gambaro Poggi Green Red Blue Italian Art Glass Turtle Figure Paperweight
By Gambaro & Poggi
Located in Kissimmee, FL
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H 2.5 in W 3.5 in D 5.25 in
2 Murano Italian Art Glass Sea Turtle Aquarium Figurines Paperweights Pair
Located in Dayton, OH
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Pop Comic Artistic Murano Glass Sculpture
By Roberto Beltrami
Located in Murano, VE
in Murano glass, the 'PUPI' are 100% mouth-blown and entirely handmade, offering complete
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Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Modern Turtle Fume Sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
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Materials
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Bespoke Italian Aquamarine Murano Glass Round Brass Chandelier / Flushmount
Located in New York, NY
turtle backs in blown textured transparent Murano glass with a catching green cyan blue tint.
Height is
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Bespoke Italian Aquamarine Murano Glass Round Brass Chandelier / Flushmount
Located in New York, NY
turtle backs in blown textured transparent Murano glass with a catching green cyan blue tint.
Height is
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Bespoke Italian Crystal Frosted White Murano Glass Brass Chandelier / Flushmount
Located in New York, NY
oval convex elements resembling sea turtle backs in blown textured crystal Murano glass in a frosted
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Materials
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H 35.5 in Dm 37.5 in
Bespoke Italian Crystal Rose Pink Murano Glass Brass Chandelier / Flushmount
Located in New York, NY
resembling sea turtle backs in blown textured transparent Murano glass with an organic modern rose pink tint
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Bespoke Italian Crystal Rose Pink Murano Glass Brass Chandelier / Flushmount
Located in New York, NY
resembling sea turtle backs in blown textured transparent Murano glass with an organic modern rose pink tint
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Bespoke Italian Crystal Smoked Taupe Murano Glass Brass Chandelier / Flushmount
Located in New York, NY
resembling sea turtle backs in blown textured transparent Murano glass with an organic natural smoked taupe
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Bespoke Italian Crystal Smoked Taupe Murano Glass Brass Chandelier / Flushmount
Located in New York, NY
resembling sea turtle backs in blown textured transparent Murano glass with an organic natural smoked taupe
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Bespoke Italian Crystal Frosted White Murano Glass Brass Chandelier / Flushmount
Located in New York, NY
oval convex elements resembling sea turtle backs in blown textured crystal Murano glass in a frosted
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Brass
H 35.5 in Dm 37.5 in
Italian 1960s Coffee Table In Plexiglass And Brass Romeo Rega Style
By Romeo Rega
Located in Firenze, FI
and original. For the realization has been used a beautiful colored plexiglass fake turtle. The coffee
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
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Murano Glass Turtler For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the murano glass turtler you’re looking for. Frequently made of glass, murano glass and art glass, every murano glass turtler was constructed with great care. Find 4 options for an antique or vintage murano glass turtler now, or shop our selection of 8 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a murano glass turtler — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A murano glass turtler is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco, modern and mid-century modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made murano glass turtler has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Fabio Tagliapietra, Murano Glass Sommerso and Roberto Beltrami are consistently popular.
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Prices for a murano glass turtler start at $235 and top out at $11,950 with the average selling for $7,130.
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- 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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