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How do you identify a Murano glass vase?

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How do you identify a Murano glass vase?
To identify a Murano glass vase, see if you can find a stamp or tag on the bottom or interior. Murano is a Venetian island home to dozens of glassmakers rather than a single brand. As a result, authentic Murano glass vases may feature a variety of markings. Researching the specific marks found on your vase can help you determine if it originated from Murano. For unmarked pieces, experts recommend consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer due to the large number of knockoffs. Find a selection of Murano glass vases on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
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Italian Green Murano Scavo Glass Vase or Amphora, 1970s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Green Murano Scavo Glass Vase or Amphora, 1970s Gorgeous large green Murano glass vase or amphora, made with the use of the "scavo" technique. Attributed to Seguso Vetri d'A...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Murano Glass

Fratelli Toso Murano Millefiori Flower Star Mosaic Italian Art Glass Pitcher
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown multi-color Millefiori flower and star mosaic Italian art glass pitcher / vase. The piece is documented to the Fratelli Toso company. The pitcher ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine

Flavio Poli for Seguso Murano Sommerso Glass Vases, Set of 3, Italy, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A striking and sculptural set of three Murano glass vases designed by Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri d’Arte, Italy, circa 1950. Exemplifying the mastery of the Sommerso (“submerged”) t...
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Murano Glass

Italian Murano Faceted Sommerso Glass Vase, 1970s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Italian Murano Faceted Sommerso Glass Vase, 1970s. Murano glass vase attributed to Flavia Poli for Alessandro Mandruzzato Italy. The color is clear an...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Murano Glass

Flavio Poli Murano Glass Vase, Sommerso Technique, Green, 1960s
Located in Milano, IT
1960s This striking Murano glass vase, designed by the renowned Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri d'Arte, is a quintessential example of mid-century Italian glassmaking. Showcasing Poli's...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Murano Glass

Mid-Century Hand-Blown Murano Glass Triangular Sommerso Citrine & Emerald Vase
Located in New York, NY
This striking Mid-Century Modernist Murano glass triangular "Sommerso" vase, rendered in radiant citrine and emerald hues, was hand-blown on the iconic island of Murano, Italy, circa...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Murano Glass

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