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Pair of Mid-Century Modern Murano / Venetian Glass Candlestick or Candelabra
By Barovier&Toso
Located in New York, NY
Elegant pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern handblown Murano / Venetian glass candlesticks
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Murano Venetian Glass Clowns and Swan, Italy, 1970s
By Compagnia Di Venezia E Murano (C.V.M.)
Located in Delft, NL
Murano Venetian glass clowns and swan, Italy, 1970s A Murano Venetian, glass clown bowl and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures

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Blown Glass

2 Italian Clear Murano / Venetian Glass Chandeliers in the Style of Venini
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
2 elegant, sober Italian midcentury style clear Murano / Venetian glass chandeliers in the style of
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Pair of Murano Venetian Glass and Wrought Iron Wall Light Sconce
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Murano Venetian glass & wrought iron wall light sconces - a pair Additional information
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20th Century Wall Lights and Sconces

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Wrought Iron

Italian Midcentury Style Clear & Gold Murano / Venetian Glass Table Lamps, Pair
By Barovier&Toso
Located in New York, NY
Elegant pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern style clear and gold Murano / Venetian glass table lamps
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Murano Glass

Pair Large Hand-blown Murano / Venetian Glass Table Lamps, Barovier e Toso
By Barovier&Toso
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Elegant, Large, Italian Mid-Century Style Hand Blown Clear and Gold Murano / Venetian Glass
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Murano Venetian Glass Water Fountain
By Gino Cenedese
Located in New Orleans, LA
nearby island of Murano in1292. By the 16th century, Venetian glass artisans had acquired tremendous
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20th Century Italian Other Fountains

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Gold Leaf

Barovier Murano, Venetian Glass Hanging Light
Located in Stamford, CT
Rare uplight by famed Italian Barovier Murano glass blowing artisans. Single vase shaped uplight
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Vintage 1940s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Multicolored Swirl Glass Murano Venetian Glass Vase by Fazzoletto
By Murano 5
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful Murano hand blown red, black, gold glitter and yellow Italian art glass handkerchief
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Murano Glass

Murano Venetian Glass Salviati Ruby Red Dolphin Candlesticks Candle Holders
By Salviati
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful set of two Venetian art glass dolphin candle holders. These Murano glass candle holders
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Vintage 1960s Italian Baroque Glass

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Murano Glass

Pair of Barovier Murano Venetian Glass Sconces
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of spectacular leaf like two-tiered Barovier sconces.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Pauly & Co Mid-Century Modern Blue & White Murano / Venetian Glass Portland Vase
By Pauly & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A blue and white Venetian glass vase with enamel decoration by Pauly and Co. Inspired by the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

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Enamel

Large, 36-Arm, Clear Amber Murano /Venetian Glass Modern Neoclassical Chandelier
By Murano 5
Located in New York, NY
Two large, sober and elegant double tier Venetian glass chandeliers in clear amber glass with 24
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

20th Century Murano Venetian Glass / Gold Flecks Table Lamps
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Late 20th century Murano, Venetian hand blown glass and decorated with gold flecks design details
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Late 20th Century Italian Table Lamps

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Gold

Custom Modern Neoclassical Murano / Venetian Glass Double Tier Chandeliers
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
Elegant, sober double-level Venetian glass chandelier or pendant in the Modern Neoclassical
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Italian Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Murano / Venetian Glass Floor Lamp
By Barovier&Toso
Located in New York, NY
An Exquisite and Important Italian Murano Glass Floor Lamp by Barovier e Toso circa 1930. Venetian
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Very Large Multi-Color Hand Blown Murano / Venetian Glass Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Large, stunning, romantic hand blown chocolate colored Italian Mid-Century Modern style Venetian
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Midcentury Murano/ Venetian Glass Pendant / Flush Mount Attributed to Barovier
Located in New York, NY
Large, sober Italian midcentury Venetian glass chandelier in the form of a disc that embraces both
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Large Clear Amber Murano / Venetian Glass Chandelier Attributed to Venini
Located in New York, NY
Elegant, very large handblown Mid-Century Modern style Venetian glass chandelier and pendant with
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Monumental Mid-Century Modern Neoclassic White Murano /Venetian Glass Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
An elegant and stunning multi-tier Venetian glass chandelier in 'Lattimo' glass. This handblown
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Italian Mid-Century Murano, Venetian Glass Disc Chandelier / Pendant by Vistosi
By Vistosi
Located in New York, NY
A multi-tier Italian Mid-Century Modern Venetian / Murano glass chandelier or pendant by Vistosi
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Two Clear Italian Midcentury Style Hand Blown Murano /Venetian Glass Chandelier
By Barovier&Toso
Located in New York, NY
Pair of contemporary Italian midcentury style, clear hand blown Venetian glass chandeliers or
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Custom Italian, Murano / Venetian Glass Chandelier, "Earth, Water, Air and Fire"
Located in New York, NY
A monumental, stunning work of modern Murano glass incorporating the eternal Greek theme that all
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Two Italian Midcentury Style Clear Murano / Venetian Glass Ten-Arm Chandeliers
Located in New York, NY
2 elegant Italian / Venetian glass chandeliers in the Mid-Century Modern 1930s spirit in clear hand
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Monumental Italian Triple Tier 30 Arm Clear Murano / Venetian Glass Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Pure and elegant 3 tier Italian Mid-Century Modern Style Venetian glass chandelier in clear glass
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Italian Mid-Century Modern Amber Murano / Venetian Glass Chandelier or Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Mid-Century Modern traditional Venetian glass chandelier or ceiling fixture with amber
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Italian Murano /Venetian Glass Flush Mount /Floral Pendant, Flavio Poli & Seguso
By Archimede Seguso
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Italian Mid-century Modern Venetian blown glass flush mount fixture by Flavio Poli for
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

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Blown Glass

4 Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano / Venetian Glass Sconces by Leucos
By Leucos Design Lab
Located in New York, NY
4 elegant handblown Venetian glass wall lights in a sober, modern style with thick clear glass
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Two Italian Mid-Century Style Clear Blown Murano / Venetian Glass Chandeliers
Located in New York, NY
Pair of elegant, sober, modern hand blown Venetian glass chandeliers with ten arms. This design is
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Large Italian MId-Century Modern Ten-Arm Murano / Venetian Glass Chandelier
By Barovier&Toso
Located in New York, NY
Large Italian Mid-Century Modern Style Handblown Venetian glass chandelier in the style of Barovier
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano / Venetian Glass Chandelier or Flush Mount
By Barovier&Toso
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Italian Hand Blown Murano glass chandelier, pendant or flush mount ceiling fixture in the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Italian Mid-Century Style White & Gold Murano/Venetian Glass Table Lamps, Pair
By Barovier&Toso
Located in New York, NY
Pair of elegant, hand blown, Italian Midcentury style Venetian glass table lamps in white and gold
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Murano Glass

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Cased Murano /Venetian Glass Sconces, Mazzega
By AVMazzega
Located in New York, NY
Elegant pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern hand blown Venetian glass wall lights by Mazzega in a
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Italian Mid-Century Modern Style Amber Murano/Venetian Glass 12-Arm Chandelier
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
2 hand blown Italian Mid-Century Modern style Venetian glass chandelier in a Sober modern
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Pair of Large Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Murano/Venetian Glass Table Lamps
By Barovier&Toso
Located in New York, NY
Pair of rare Italian Mid-Century handblown Venetian glass table lamps attributed to Barovier e Toso
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Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Pair of Large Aqua Blue Murano / Venetian Glass Table Lamps, Barovier e Toso
By Barovier&Toso
Located in New York, NY
2 Pairs of Italian Mid-Century Style, Hand Blown Venetian Glass Table Lamps in the Modern
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Murano Glass

Handblown Mid-Century Modern Murano / Venetian Glass Table Lamp Base by Seguso
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in New York, NY
clear glass. Elegant and an excellent example of Italian mixture of art and design in a functional
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Pair Absinthe Coloured Murano Glass Lamps
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of absinthe green colored Murano Venetian glass lamps on brass bases with brass fittings
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Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps

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Brass

Very Large Italian MId-Century Murano Glass Flush Mount Fixture or Wall Sconce
Located in New York, NY
One large thick Italian Mid-Century Modern Opaque Murano / Venetian glass flush mount fixture or
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Set Italian Venetian Murano Glass Cobalt Blue Sherbet Bowls, 1960s, Italy Venice
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
/ sherbet cups and a large serving bowl. Perfect hand blown cobalt blue and clear Murano glass to enhance
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

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Murano Glass

Barovier & Toso Glass Lamp With Original Paper Label
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Norwood, NJ
A midcentury Murano Venetian glass lamp by Barovier & Toso. Clear hand blown glass with real gold
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Art Glass, Blown Glass

Italian Midcentury Double Murano Glass, Etched Pendant / Flush Mount by Venini
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
Italian Mid-Century Modern double Murano / Venetian glass pendant / flush mount by Venini The
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

1970s Vintage Italian Murano Venini Venetian Art Glass Ice Bucket Blue and White
By Murano Glass Sommerso, Venini
Located in North Hollywood, CA
. handcrafted Italian Murano Venini venetian art glass ice bucket . This is a delicate blown Murano art glass
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Barware

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Vintage Italian Art Glass Paperweight Blue and Green Egg Shape
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in North Hollywood, CA
underwater plant with green oceanic leaves in clear crystal. Italian Murano Venetian Glass Mid-Century
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

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Art Glass, Blown Glass

Vintage Murano Venetian Handblown Art Glass Cobalt Blue Ashtray
By Andromeda Murano
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Gorgeous Vintage Murano Venetian handblown art glass flower shaped bowl or ashtray. Sculptural
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Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Ashtrays

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Italian Ribbon Trailed Hand-Blown Art Glass Jug
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very finely made Murano Venetian hand-blown glass ribbon pattern jug dating from the latter 20th
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Glass

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Murano Glass

Murano Venetian Vintage Glass Mouse Figure, 1950s-1960s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A delightful vintage Italian Murano novelty glass mouse figure standing wearing a long 'robe' in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

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Art Glass

Murano Venetian Vintage Glass Mouse Figure, 1950s-1960s
Murano Venetian Vintage Glass Mouse Figure, 1950s-1960s
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H 23 in W 11.5 in D 13.5 in
Italian Venetian Murano Glass Goblet
Located in New York, NY
Italian (1890) Venetian Murano light blue glass goblet with open hour glass design pedestal stem.
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Antique 19th Century Italian Glass

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Murano Glass

Pair Italian Mid-Century Modern "Ice Cube" Glass Table Lamps, Venini
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
Italian works of glass art and sculpture. Extraordinary pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Glass, Murano Glass

Venetian Murano Formia Italian Sommeroso Art Glass Chinese Figures Sculpture Pr
By Formia Murano, Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in San Diego, CA
Exquisite pair of Venetian Murano Formia Italian Sommeroso Vetri art glass hand blown figural pair
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Mid-20th Century Italian Glass

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Art Glass

Venetian Murano Formia Italian Sommeroso Vetri Art Glass Swan Sculpture Figure
By Vintage Murano Gallery, Formia Murano
Located in San Diego, CA
Exquisite Venetian Murano Formia Italian Sommeroso Vetri art glass gold fleck hand blown figural
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Mid-20th Century Italian Glass

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Art Glass

Murano Mid-Century Ruby Glass Bird Mounted Twin Candlestick
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An unusual and stunning Italian Venetian mid-century ruby glass bird mounted twin candlestick made
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

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Blown Glass

Murano Mid-Century Ruby Glass Bird Mounted Twin Candlestick
Murano Mid-Century Ruby Glass Bird Mounted Twin Candlestick
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H 5.62 in W 7.58 in D 4.14 in
Pour Le Bain-Murano Venetian Etched Mirrored Tray
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Romantic Murano glass tray. This tray features a reverse etched dancing couple in a lakeside garden
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Vintage 1950s Italian Romantic Glass

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Glass, Murano Glass

Italian Modern Neoclassical Glass Chandelier by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte
By Fontana Arte, Pietro Chiesa
Located in New York, NY
Design, Genoa, December 17, 2013 p. 142. References: Murano, Venetian Glass, Gio Ponti, Seguso
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Vintage 1940s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Pair of Large Italian Mid-century Murano Glass "Bambu" Wall Sconces by Venini
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
A Pair of Large, Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano / Venetian glass wall lights or sconces in a
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Glass, Murano Glass

Antique Venetian Murano Glass Stemware
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Beautiul set of Venetian stemware comprising 2 sets of 4 goblets, sherry glasses and coupes. Sold
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Early 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Tableware

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Murano Glass

Italian Midcentury Round Brass & Frost Glass Pendant by Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in New York, NY
/ lantern by Italian Master, Luigi Caccia Dominioni. It is composed of a large mold blown Murano / Venetian
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Venetian Murano Oggetti Formia Italian Sommeroso Vetri Art Glass Bird Sculpture
By Vintage Murano Gallery, Oggetti
Located in San Diego, CA
Exquisite Venetian Murano Formia Oggetti Italian Sommeroso Vetri art glass gold fleck hand blown
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Late 20th Century Italian Glass

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Art Glass

1950s Italian Murano Bright Rose Pink Gold Art Glass Serving Set
By Murano 5
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Eye-catching bright fuchsia pink striped set of Venetian Murano mouthblown art glass serveware
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Venetian Art Glass drinking set with bottle, 1920s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Palermo, PA
Venetian Art Glass with intricate flower patterns in 925 silver. You'll notice a hint of blue in the glass
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Glass

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Silver

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Murano Venetian Glass For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of murano venetian glass on 1stDibs. A piece of murano venetian glass — often made from glass, murano glass and blown glass — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for an item from our selection of murano venetian glass, we have 1017 options in-stock, while there are 32 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of murano venetian glass — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An object in our assortment of murano venetian glass, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco or Hollywood Regency style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made option in this array of murano venetian glass over the years, but those crafted by Murano, Salviati and Vintage Murano Gallery are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Murano Venetian Glass?

Prices for a piece of murano venetian glass can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1 and can go as high as $63,200, while the average can fetch as much as $3,031.
Questions About Murano Venetian Glass
  • 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 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 Venetian glasses are fake, first search for identifying marks or labels. You can research these marks to help determine authenticity. However, many convincing fakes are in circulation. As a result, the best method for authenticating Venetian glass is to seek the opinion of a licensed appraiser. You'll find a collection of expertly vetted Venetian glassware 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 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.