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How do you spot Chinese fake Murano glass?

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How do you spot Chinese fake Murano glass?
To spot Chinese fake Murano glass, use a magnifying glass to examine its surface. Murano glass is handmade, so you can expect to see small imperfections, such as bubbles and irregularly shaped edges. Replicas produced overseas are machine-made and tend to be more uniform. As you study your piece, you should be able to detect multiple layers of glass on an authentic Murano, but a replica will often be composed of a single, thick piece of glass. Finally, check the maker's mark and compare it to images of the signatures found on authentic pieces produced by that workshop, artisan or factory. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your item. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Murano glass.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
1970s Exquisited Handcrafted Green Vase in Murano Glass by Ca dei Vetrai.
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Exquisited handcrafted green vase in Murano Glass (mouth blown) by Ca dei Vetrai. Made in Italy . This vase is in excellent condition. Dimension: diam 6,29 x 10,23 H inches d...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Murano Glass

Murano Glass Zanfirico Latticino Fazzoletto Bowl
Located in Warrenton, OR
Murano Glass Zanfirico Latticino Fazzoletto Bowl BeFirstBoldy com This colors of joy, mid-century modern bowl would make a beautiful gift. One of the larger of its kind, it measur...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

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Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass

Superb Murano Vase, square cobalt murrine, with acquamarine and amethyst inside
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Murano glass cachepot vase with square murrine with aqua mare, amethyst and cobalt blue color play. The cobalt blue outside the murrine connects to the adjacent ones creating an web...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Murano Glass

Hand-Blown Murano Glass Vases with Organic Viridian Green Sculptural Striations
Located in New York, NY
This striking pair of hand-blown Murano glass vases features organic sculptural striations in a vibrant viridian green, showcasing the artistry and tradition of Venetian glassmaking....
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

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Murano Glass

Murano Large Vase with baloton bubbles in gold leaf and Cobalt Blue beads
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Large Murano Vase with vertical beads in Cobalt blue and baloton regularily spread bubbles in the clear part. The clear part carries 24K gold leaf that is printed with baloton (a pin...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

1990s Barovier Style Art Deco Grey Murano Glass and Brass Picture Frame
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A grey Murano glass picture frame designed and manufactured in Venice in the style of Barovier, it's in lovely condition. The vintage photo frame is a beautiful and elegant piece of ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Picture Frames

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Brass

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