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Murano Mercury Glass Spiral Lamps
Located in Austin, TX
Murano mercury glass spiral lamps from Italy. This hand blown pair of “vetro specchiato” mercury
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass

Murano Mercury Glass Spiral Lamps
Murano Mercury Glass Spiral Lamps
H 35.5 in W 9 in D 9 in
Pair of Murano Mercury Glass Lamps
Located in Austin, TX
Stunning pair of cylindrical Murano mercury glass table lamps, overlaid with white glass striations
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Mercury Glass Globe Brass Sconces
Located in Austin, TX
late Mid-Century chic. Comprised of two Murano mercury glass globes with a brass accent separating both
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and...

Materials

Brass

Pair of Modernist Handblown Murano Mercury Glass Table Lamps Organic Detailing
Located in New York, NY
handblown Murano mercury glass with nickel fittings. These lamps represent modern Italian craftsmanship at
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Modernist Pair of Handblown X-Form Lamps in Handblown Murano Mercury Glass
Located in New York, NY
Mercury glass with chrome fittings. With their neutral palate and clean modernist lines, these table lamps
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Modernist Pair of Handblown X-Form Lamps in Handblown Murano Mercury Glass
Located in New York, NY
Mercury glass with chrome fittings. With their neutral palate and clean modernist lines, these table lamps
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Modernist Pair of Handblown X-Form Lamps in Handblown Murano Mercury Glass
Located in New York, NY
Mercury glass with chrome fittings. With their neutral palate and clean modernist lines, these table lamps
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Murano Mercury Glass Lamps
Located in Austin, TX
A sophisticated pair of Murano glass lamps of handblown clear glass layered over shimmering mercury
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Mercury Glass, Pair of Table Lamps
Located in Austin, TX
A sparkling pair of handblown Murano glass table lamps. Mercury leafing overlaid with thick, clear
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2010s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Mercury Glass Lamps with Amber Swirls
Located in Austin, TX
Superb cylinder shaped lamps of clear glass with a mercury lining and amber swirls. An organic
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Modernist X-Form Lavender Hand Blown Murano Mercury Glass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Hand blown in Murano, Italy, this stunning pair of mirrored mercury glass table lamps features a
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Murano Mercury and Smoked Glass Lamps
Located in Austin, TX
Striking pair of cylindrical Murano mercury glass table lamps, overlaid with smoked glass
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2010s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass, Smoked Glass

Pair of Modernist Silver Mercury Murano Glass Lamps, Italy, Signed
By Alberto Donà
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Italian hand blown silver colored Murano mercury glass lamps consist of a conical glass
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Mercury Glass “Quadrifoglio” Murano Lamps
Located in Austin, TX
“Quadrifoglio” mercury glass Murano lamps hand blown in Murano; Italy. We love the “quadrifoglio
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Mercury Glass, Murano Glass

Mercury Glass “Pulegoso” Murano Glass Lamps
Located in Austin, TX
Hand-blown Murano "pulegoso" mercury glass table lamps with copper undertones. A unique pair of
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Smoked Mercury Glass Chandelier
Located in Austin, TX
Italian handblown Murano glass chandelier in a rich, smoked gray glass with mercury glass top and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Murano "Pagliesco" Mercury Glass Lamps
By Alberto Donà
Located in Austin, TX
Murano "pagliesco" mercury glass pair of star-shaped table lamps. These beautiful lamps were
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2010s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Murano Faceted Mercury Glass Lamps
By Alberto Donà
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of Murano glass lamps, with mercury glass centres, overlaid with thick, crystal clear glass
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2010s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Modernist Handblown Murano Translucent and Mercury Glass Uplights
Located in New York, NY
translucent bodies banded in two places with a volumetric ovoid form. mercury glass embellishment in the
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Mercury Glass, Murano Glass

Pair of Murano "Pulegoso" Mercury Glass Table Lamps
Located in Austin, TX
Unique hand blown pair of Murano “Pulegoso” mercury glass table lamps with copper undertones
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Single Clear and Gold Mercury Mirrored Murano Glass Lamp, Italy
Located in New York, NY
This Italian Murano clear and gold mirrored glass lamp is comprised of hand blown clear glass
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Cubist White Gold Mercury Glass Lamps
Located in New York, NY
bodies that taper on each end with faceted surfaces in a reflective, mirror like white gold mercury glass
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Large Single White Translucent Opaline Glass Container Barrel Shaped, Late 19th
Located in Queens Village, NY
Presented here is a 19th-century French opaline glass jar with a milky white hue. Adorned with
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Antique Late 19th Century French Bohemian Glass

Materials

Gold Leaf, Gold, Gold Plate

Modernist Hand Blown Murano Hive Form Table Lamp in Mercury Glass
Located in New York, NY
shape of a bee's nest- all executed in a lustrous, mirror-like mercury glass. Combining the economy of
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20th Century Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Sculptural Modernist Handblown Murano Gold Mercury Glass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
- in handblown Murano gold mercury glass with brass fittings. These lamps are a beautiful example of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Globe Chandelier
Located in Austin, TX
Murano glass chandelier with mercury glass, opaline glass and Pulegoso glass shades on a spherical
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Brass

Single Murano Glass Pulegoso Lamp
By Alberto Donà
Located in Austin, TX
Glass lamp, Italian, from the island of Murano. Made of hand-blown rich, thick glass with the
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2010s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Large Clear Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
of center body, mercury glass canopy and bottom body. Measurements: Height: 36" (adjustable drop
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Vintage 1940s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Donghia Gold Murano Glass Lamps
By Donghia
Located in New York, NY
Pair of large Murano glass lamps with a gold mercury glass effect. Lamps have been rewired for use
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Donghia Gold Murano Glass Lamps
Donghia Gold Murano Glass Lamps
H 31 in W 14 in D 14 in
Antique Venetian Etched Glass Mirror with Pate de Verre Micro Mosaic
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Ballard, CA
Rare Venetian etched Mirror with micro mosaic in pate de verre, details all over of blown glass and
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Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wire

Murano Glass Set of Flute Vases
By Alberto Donà
Located in Austin, TX
Set of vases from the island of Murano, Italy. These hand blown pieces are from the studio of
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

“Specchiato” Murano Glass Lamps by Alberto Dona
By Alberto Donà
Located in Austin, TX
Murano glass “specchiato” lamps by Alberto Dona. This pair has hand blown smoked gray and silver
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2010s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Seguso for Donghia Murano Glass Chandelier
By Gianni Seguso, Donghia
Located in New York, NY
the main structure have a mercury silverish tone and the arms are a in a gray color. Each arm is 24
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Ca' Vendramin Murano Glass Mirror
By Fratelli Tosi
Located in Milan, IT
rectangular Murano glass, silvered with antique silvering entirely produced in mercury. This technique is
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2010s Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass

Ca' Vendramin Murano Glass Mirror
Ca' Vendramin Murano Glass Mirror
H 51.19 in W 35.44 in D 2.76 in
Ca' Venezia Murano Glass Mirror
By Fratelli Tosi
Located in Milan, IT
glass, silvered with antique silvering entirely produced in mercury. This technique is typical of the
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2010s Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass

Ca' Venezia Murano Glass Mirror
Ca' Venezia Murano Glass Mirror
H 55.12 in W 30.32 in D 3.94 in
Ca' Conterie Murano Glass Mirror
By Fratelli Tosi
Located in Milan, IT
glass, silvered with antique silvering entirely produced in mercury. This technique is typical of the
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2010s Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass

Ca' Conterie Murano Glass Mirror
Ca' Conterie Murano Glass Mirror
H 82.68 in W 55.12 in D 3.94 in
Toso Mid-Century Modern Amber Pair of Murano Glass Table Lamps, 1989
By Toso Vetri D'arte
Located in Murano, Venezia
. The Murano glass lamps is nothing like a typical fixture made simply to illuminate a room. This is not
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Art Glass, Mercury Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Toso Mid-Century Modern Grey Pair of Murano Glass Table Lamps, 1988
By Toso Vetri D'arte
Located in Murano, Venezia
. The Murano glass lamps is nothing like a typical fixture made simply to illuminate a room. This is not
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Art Glass, Mercury Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Ca' Dei Fuseri Murano Glass Mirror
By Fratelli Tosi
Located in Milan, IT
rectangular Murano glass, silvered with antique silvering entirely produced in mercury. This technique is
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2010s Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass

Ca' Dei Fuseri Murano Glass Mirror
Ca' Dei Fuseri Murano Glass Mirror
H 51.19 in W 35.44 in D 2.76 in
1980s Pair of Murano Glass Sconces
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1980s pair of Murano glass sconces Mercury glass Italy.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Glass

1980s Pair of Murano Glass Sconces
1980s Pair of Murano Glass Sconces
H 8.67 in W 13.78 in D 11.82 in
Carlo Nason (attr) Blown Glass Mushroom floor lamp
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Los Angeles, CA
glass shade. In original condition with some visible wear consistent with age and use. Shot with Mercury
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Large Moderne Murano Glass Ten-Light Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A large, circa 1960s Italian blown glass chandelier with ten-light. The arms with mercury glass
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Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

18th Century Louis XV Pair of Mirrors Italian School Mercury Glass Gold
Located in Sanremo, IM
century, in carved, sculpted and gilded walnut with original 18th century mercury glass, with final coping
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Antique Early 18th Century European Louis XV Wall Mirrors

Materials

Walnut

Venetian Mirror in Murano Glass in Clear Color and Handcarved Italy 1900s
Located in Villaverla, IT
Venetian Mirror in Murano Glass in Clear Color and Handcarved Italy 1900s This mirror is an
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Antique Early 1900s Italian Baroque Revival Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Mirror, Murano Glass

Venetian Antique Ornate Etched Decorative Mirror
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Westport, CT
Antique Venetian etched and blown glass mirror, glass flowers and graceful curved shape and canopy
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Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Mantel Mirrors and Fireplace Mirrors

Materials

Mercury Glass, Scrap Wood, Art Glass

Italian Modern Neoclassical Antiqued and Etched Venetian /Murano Glass Mirror
Located in New York, NY
Large, elegant Italian 18th century style antiqued and etched Venetian / Murano glass mirrors with
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror

2 Italian 18th Century Style Antiqued Venetian / Murano Glass Mirrors by Tosi
By Fratelli Tosi
Located in New York, NY
Two large, elegant Italian 18th century style antiqued and etched Venetian / Murano glass mirrors
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror

Pair of Mirrored Murano Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Murano glass lamps, composed of thick, faceted glass surrounding mercury glass centers
Category

20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Pair of Mirrored Murano Lamps
Pair of Mirrored Murano Lamps
H 19 in W 6 in D 6 in
Vintage Donghia Vetri D'arte Murano 6 Arm Chandelier
By Donghia
Located in Bridgeport, CT
chandelier with a graduated baluster form standard similar to mercury glass, capped with a sphere that
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

Modern Italian Murano Two-Tier Fifteen Arm Uplight Chandelier by Seguso
By Seguso
Located in Westport, CT
and still modern style two-tiered mercury silver, black and amber colored glass chandelier. Its center
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2010s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Large Art Deco Glass Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A pair of large blown glass Murano chandeliers, with five arms and eight lights in body. With
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Vintage 1940s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Karl Springer Pair of "Venetian Glass Wall Sconces", 1980s
By Karl Springer, Seguso
Located in New York, NY
Pair of "Venetian Glass Wall Sconces" in artisan mercury glass with scavo finish, lucite backs and
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

One of a Kind Pair of Italian Floor Lamps Signed on Base by Maestro Alberto Dona
By Alberto Donà
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Murano glass pieces, signed on the base by Maestro Alberto Dona' / Made in Italy circa 1980s.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Floor Lamps

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
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Antique 1880s Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass

Antique George III Mahogany Parcel Gilt Wall Mirror 18th C 94 x 51 cm
Located in London, GB
by 16th-century Venetian glassmakers on the island of Murano, who covered the back of the glass with
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Antique 1780s English George III Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mahogany, Giltwood

Vintage Italian Florentine Carved Giltwood Mirror, 20th Century
Located in London, GB
Venetian glassmakers on the island of Murano, who covered the back of the glass with mercury, obtaining
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Vintage 1970s Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

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 Monumental Italian Rococo Giltwood Decorative Mirror, 20th C
Located in London, GB
Venetian glassmakers on the island of Murano, who covered the back of the glass with mercury, obtaining
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Rococo Revival Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Antique French Giltwood Overmantel Louis Revival Mirror, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
Venetian glassmakers on the island of Murano, who covered the back of the glass with mercury, obtaining
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Antique 1860s French More Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Antique Italian Giltwood Florentine Overmantle Mirror 19th Century - 86x102cm
Located in London, GB
the island of Murano, who covered the back of the glass with mercury, obtaining near-perfect and
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Antique 1850s Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Giltwood

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Murano Mercury Glass For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of murano mercury glass for your home. Frequently made of glass, murano glass and mercury glass, every item from our selection of murano mercury glass was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a choice in our collection of murano mercury glass, we have 25 options in-stock, while there are 34 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the object in our assortment of murano mercury glass you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An option in this array of murano mercury glass, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made piece of murano mercury glass has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Alberto Donà, Toso Vetri D'Arte and Maestri Vetrai are consistently popular.

How Much is a Murano Mercury Glass?

Prices for a piece of murano mercury glass can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,389 and can go as high as $47,893, while the average can fetch as much as $5,350.
Questions About Murano Mercury Glass
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Mercury glass, often known as "silvered glass," is an antique decorative art glass made by glassmakers in Bohemia (now the Czech Republic), England and America from the mid-nineteenth century to the early twentieth century. These are blown glass artworks with hollow interiors, the majority of which are double-walled.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mercury glass is blown, silvered and then painted with artistic designs. It brings an essence of vintage charm to the aesthetic, perfect for pieces like Christmas ornaments. Shop a range of antique and vintage mercury glass Christmas ornaments on 1stDibs.
  • 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, 2022
    To tell if mercury glass is real, look for double glass walls that have a silvering solution poured in between to create a mottled effect. Shop a large collection of Mercury glass items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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, 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 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 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 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.