What is the difference between Venetian glass and Murano glass?

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.

How can I tell if Venetian glasses are fake?

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.

Were pearls popular in the 1950s?

Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is 1950s furniture called?

1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.

What watches were popular in 1950s?

Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.

What was the clothing style in the 1950s?

The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.

What diamond cuts were popular in the 1950s?

In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.

What were the popular diamond cuts in the 1950s?

There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.

How much was a Chanel bag in the 1950s?

In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.

What is the 1950s furniture style called?

The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.

What were the ’70s glasses called?

What the ’70s glasses were called depended on the shape of their frames. Sunglasses and eyeglasses that feature rounded frames with a double bridge are aviator glasses. The oversized women's sunglasses that feature curved, thick frames are butterfly sunglasses, while the angular looks worn by Elton John and other celebrities of the 1970s are square sunglasses. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage sunglasses.

Which artist became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s?

Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.

1950s Venetian Glass

Italian Venetian Mirror

Vintage Venetian Chandelier

Glasses Case

Category

Mid-20th Century Serving Pieces

Materials

Bronze

Ercole Barovier Mid Century Venetian Glass & Bronze Dolphin Handled Tray

H 2.25 in W 10.5 in D 12.75 in

Venetian Glass Mirror with Flowers

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1950s Venetian glass mirror with floral decoration. Measurements: Height 13" Width 13".

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Murano Glass

Venetian Glass Mirror with Flowers

H 13 in W 13 in D 1.5 in

Set of Venetian Mirrors, Sold Individually

Located in New York, NY

A set of three circa 1950's Venetian glass mirrors with applied flower decorations. Sold

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Art Glass, Mirror, Glass

Set of Venetian Mirrors, Sold Individually

H 15 in Dm 16 in

Aureliano Toso / Dino Martens Mezza Filigrana Orange Glass Vase

By Aureliano Toso, Dino Martens

Located in Bolton, GB

Here is a wonderful 1950's Venetian glass vase, made on the island of Murano, near Venice, Italy

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Aureliano Toso / Dino Martens Mezza Filigrana Orange Glass Vase

H 4.5 in Dm 3.25 in

Aureliano Toso / Dino Martens #5224 Mezza Filigrana Glass Vase

By Dino Martens, Aureliano Toso

Located in Bolton, GB

Here is a wonderful 1950's Venetian glass vase, made on the island of Murano, near Venice, Italy

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Aureliano Toso / Dino Martens #5224 Mezza Filigrana Glass Vase

H 5 in Dm 4.25 in

Aureliano Toso / Dino Martens #5457 Mezza Filigrana Glass Vase

By Dino Martens, Aureliano Toso

Located in Bolton, GB

Here is a wonderful 1950's Venetian glass vase, made on the island of Murano, near Venice, Italy

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Aureliano Toso / Dino Martens #5457 Mezza Filigrana Glass Vase

H 5 in Dm 2.75 in

Rare Galliano Ferro 1950s 42 pc Venetian Glass Stemware & Bowl Set

By Galliano Ferro

Located in Montclair, NY

A Magnificent and rare hand blown 42 piece set (not all shown) of Venetian glass stemware by

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Rare Galliano Ferro 1950s 42 pc Venetian Glass Stemware & Bowl Set

1950s Hand Blown Italian Venetian Murano Glass Decorative Chalice Goblet

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Elegant, Venetian handblown glass goblet made on the isle of Murano, circa 1980s. Piece measures

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Baroque Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

1950s Hand Blown Italian Venetian Murano Glass Decorative Chalice Goblet

H 13.5 in Dm 5.5 in

1950s Italian Venetian Murano Glass Figure Shaped 2-Arms Candelabra

Located in Marbella, ES

1950s Italian Venetian Murano glass figure shaped 2-arm candelabra.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

1950s Italian Venetian Murano Glass Figure Shaped 2-Arms Candelabra

H 11.82 in W 6.3 in D 5.52 in

1950s Hand Blown Italian Venetian Murano Cobalt Glass Decorative Chalice Goblet

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Elegant, Venetian handblown glass goblet made on the isle of Murano, circa 1980s. Piece measures

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Baroque Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

1950s Hand Blown Italian Venetian Murano Cobalt Glass Decorative Chalice Goblet

H 12.75 in Dm 4 in

1950s Italian Venetian Blown Murano Glass Vase with Murrine by Gino Cenedese

By Gino Cenedese, Cenedese

Located in Vigonza, Padua

antique 1950s Italian Venetian blown Murano glass vase with murrine by Gino Cenedese. Measure cm

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Murano Glass, Murrine

1950s Italian Venetian Blown Murano Glass Vase with Murrine by Gino Cenedese

H 19.69 in Dm 11.82 in

Murano Venetian Gold Leaf & Large Bubble Glass Bowl

Located in Bolton, GB

Here is a wonderful 1950/60's Venetian glass bowl/ashtray, made on the island of Murano, near

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Venetian Gold Leaf & Large Bubble Glass Bowl

H 2.5 in Dm 5.75 in

Murano Venetian Pink & Blue Glass Vintage Biomorphic Vase / Bowl

Located in Bolton, GB

Here is a wonderful 1950/60's Venetian biomorphic glass posy vase or deep bowl, made on the island

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Venetian Pink & Blue Glass Vintage Biomorphic Vase / Bowl

H 3.25 in Dm 4 in

1950s Italian Murano Venetian Art Glass Blue Table Lamp

By Murano Glass Sommerso

Located in Chula Vista, CA

1950s Italian Murano Table Lamp Speckled white blue and gold Unmarked attributed to Venini Italy

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Art Glass, Lucite

1950s Italian Murano Venetian Art Glass Blue Table Lamp

H 22.5 in Dm 5 in

Single Iron Caged Venetian Glass Flush Mount or Sconce, Italy 1950s

By Murano Glass Sommerso

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A beautiful hand blown Italian flush mount, fabulous Venetian caged light smoked or amber glass in

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Moorish Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Single Iron Caged Venetian Glass Flush Mount or Sconce, Italy 1950s

H 4.25 in Dm 10.88 in

Murano Glass Vanity Mirror with Gold Flake Flowers 1950s Italy Venetian, Venice

By Murano Glass Sommerso

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A gorgeous Murano glass vanity mirror surrounded with handmade clear gold flake flowers. Can be

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Murano Glass, Wood

Murano Glass Vanity Mirror with Gold Flake Flowers 1950s Italy Venetian, Venice

H 14 in W 9.75 in D 7.25 in

Beautiful Monumental Murano Venetian Venice Glass Wall Mirror, Italy 1950s

By Murano Glass Sommerso

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A stunning Murano glass mirror hand cut glass parts with engravings. It is approx. from the 1940s

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Murano Glass, Wood

Beautiful Monumental Murano Venetian Venice Glass Wall Mirror, Italy 1950s

H 40.5 in W 21.5 in D 2.5 in

Pair of Iron Caged Venetian Glass Flush Mount or Sconce, Italy 1950s

By Murano Glass Sommerso

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A set of two hand blown Italian flush mount, fabulous Venetian caged light smoked or amber glass in

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Moorish Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Pair of Iron Caged Venetian Glass Flush Mount or Sconce, Italy 1950s

H 4.25 in Dm 10.88 in

Sultano Onion Dome Iron Caged Venetian Glass Flush Mount or Sconce, Italy 1950s

By Murano Glass Sommerso

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A hand blown Italian flush mount, fabulous Venetian caged light orange glass in a iron frame. it

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Moorish Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Sultano Onion Dome Iron Caged Venetian Glass Flush Mount or Sconce, Italy 1950s

H 10 in Dm 14.5 in

Sultano Onion Dome Iron Caged Venetian Glass Flush Mount or Sconce, Italy 1950s

By Murano Glass Sommerso

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A hand blown Italian flush mount, fabulous Venetian caged light orange glass in a iron frame. it

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Moorish Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Sultano Onion Dome Iron Caged Venetian Glass Flush Mount or Sconce, Italy 1950s

H 7.75 in Dm 12.75 in

Sultano Onion Dome Iron Caged Venetian Glass Flush Mount or Sconce, Italy 1950s

By Murano Glass Sommerso

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A hand blown Italian flush mount, fabulous Venetian caged light lime green glass in a iron frame

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Moorish Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Sultano Onion Dome Iron Caged Venetian Glass Flush Mount or Sconce, Italy 1950s

H 10 in Dm 15 in

Smoky Venetian Chandelier by Galliano Ferro. Italy, 1950's.

By Galliano Ferro

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Venetian chandelier with smoky Murano glass / Made in Italy circa 1950's by Galliano Ferro

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Smoky Venetian Chandelier by Galliano Ferro. Italy, 1950's.

H 61 in Dm 47 in

1950s Italian Venetian Wall Mirror Carved Giltwood Italy

By Murano Glass Sommerso

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Italian Antique Venetian Wall Mirror Ornately Carved Wood Etched Glass Floral Design Sculptural

Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood, Giltwood

1950s Italian Venetian Wall Mirror Carved Giltwood Italy

H 31 in W 17.13 in D 1.25 in

AVEM Murano Zanfirico & Aventurine Glass Scramble Paperweight

By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM)

Located in Bolton, GB

Here is an exquisite 1950/60's Venetian glass scramble paperweight, made on the island of Murano

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

AVEM Murano Zanfirico & Aventurine Glass Scramble Paperweight

H 2 in Dm 2.75 in

Murano Brown & Amber Sommerso Glass Circular Geode Bowl

Located in Bolton, GB

Here is a wonderful 1950/60's Venetian glass 'geode' bowl/dish, made on the island of Murano, near

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Murano Brown & Amber Sommerso Glass Circular Geode Bowl

H 2 in Dm 5.25 in

Murano Purple & Blue Sommerso Glass Triangular Geode Bowl

Located in Bolton, GB

Here is a wonderful 1950/60's Venetian glass 'geode' bowl/dish, made on the island of Murano, near

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Murano Purple & Blue Sommerso Glass Triangular Geode Bowl

H 2 in Dm 4 in

Murano Yellow & Blue Sommerso Glass Triangular Geode Bowl

Located in Bolton, GB

Here is a wonderful 1950/60's Venetian glass 'geode' bowl/dish, made on the island of Murano, near

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Murano Yellow & Blue Sommerso Glass Triangular Geode Bowl

H 2 in Dm 4 in

Venetian Opaline and Blue Chandelier by Galliano Ferro, 1950's.

By Galliano Ferro

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Venetian chandelier with opaline and blue Murano glass / Made in Italy circa 1950's by

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Venetian Opaline and Blue Chandelier by Galliano Ferro, 1950's.

H 49 in Dm 33.5 in

Murano Purple & Blue Sommerso Bullicante Glass Duck Bowl

Located in Bolton, GB

Here is a wonderful 1950/60's Venetian glass duck shaped sculpture bowl, made on the island of

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Purple & Blue Sommerso Bullicante Glass Duck Bowl

H 5.5 in Dm 8.5 in

Murano Red, Amber & Blue Sommerso Glass Triangular Geode Bowl

Located in Bolton, GB

Here is a wonderful 1950/60's Venetian glass 'geode' bowl/dish, made on the island of Murano, near

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Murano Red, Amber & Blue Sommerso Glass Triangular Geode Bowl

H 2.25 in Dm 4.25 in

LABELLED Archimede Seguso Murano Sommerso Glass Candle Holder

By Archimede Seguso

Located in Bolton, GB

This is a magnificent 1950/60's Venetian glass candlestick holder, made on the island of Murano

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

LABELLED Archimede Seguso Murano Sommerso Glass Candle Holder

H 2.5 in Dm 4 in

Archimede Seguso Murano Blue & White Alabastro Glass Bowl

By Archimede Seguso

Located in Bolton, GB

This is a magnificent 1950/60's Venetian glass bowl, made on the island of Murano, near Venice

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Archimede Seguso Murano Blue & White Alabastro Glass Bowl

H 3.25 in Dm 7 in

Cristallo Venezia CCC Murano Purple & Blue Sommerso Glass Bowl

Located in Bolton, GB

Here is a magnificent 1950/60's Venetian freeform glass sculpture bowl, made on the island of

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Cristallo Venezia CCC Murano Purple & Blue Sommerso Glass Bowl

H 3.75 in Dm 7.75 in

Venetian Rock Crystal Beaded Chandelier, Italy, c. 1950's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Italy, c. 1950's. Dimensions: 44"H x 33"D

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Rock Crystal, Metal

Venetian Rock Crystal Beaded Chandelier, Italy, c. 1950's

H 44 in W 33 in D 33 in

LABELLED AVEM Murano Red & Gold Leaf Glass Cornucopia Vase

By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM)

Located in Bolton, GB

Here is an exquisite 1950/60's Venetian glass cornucopia shell shaped vase, made on the island of

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

LABELLED AVEM Murano Red & Gold Leaf Glass Cornucopia Vase

H 2.5 in Dm 2.25 in

AVEM Murano Zanfirico Bizantino / Tutti Frutti Red Glass Mini Vase

By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM)

Located in Bolton, GB

Here is an exquisite 1950/60's Venetian glass mini vase or match holder, made on the island of

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

AVEM Murano Zanfirico Bizantino / Tutti Frutti Red Glass Mini Vase

H 2.5 in Dm 2 in

LABELLED Barbini Murano Blue & Clear Bubble Glass Biomorphic Bowl

By Alfredo Barbini

Located in Bolton, GB

Here is a wonderful 1950/60's Venetian biomorphic glass ashtray bowl, made on the island of Murano

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

LABELLED Barbini Murano Blue & Clear Bubble Glass Biomorphic Bowl

H 2.5 in Dm 5 in

Barbini Murano Pink, Black & Gold Leaf Biomorphic Glass Bowl

By Alfredo Barbini

Located in Bolton, GB

Here is a wonderful, very heavy (1.8kg unpacked) 1950/60's Venetian freeform glass ashtray bowl

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Barbini Murano Pink, Black & Gold Leaf Biomorphic Glass Bowl

H 3 in Dm 7 in

Murano Vintage Blue Sommerso Glass Perfume / Scent Bottle

Located in Bolton, GB

Here is a wonderful 1950/60's Venetian glass perfume/scent bottle, made on the island of Murano

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Vintage Blue Sommerso Glass Perfume / Scent Bottle

H 9 in Dm 3.5 in

Venetian Chandelier in Transparent Murano Glass, Italy 1950s

By Vintage Murano Gallery

Located in Villaverla, IT

Venetian Chandelier in Transparent Murano Glass, Italy 1950s. This beautiful chandelier was

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Rococo Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass

Venetian Chandelier in Transparent Murano Glass, Italy 1950s

H 41.34 in Dm 35.43 in

AVEM LARGE Murano Zanfirico Bizantino / Tutti Frutti Red Glass Vase

By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM)

Located in Bolton, GB

Here is an exquisite, large and very heavy (2.8kg unpacked) 1950/60's Venetian glass vase, made on

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

AVEM LARGE Murano Zanfirico Bizantino / Tutti Frutti Red Glass Vase

H 7.75 in Dm 5 in

Fratelli Toso? Murano Blue & Green Glass Sculpture Bowl

By Fratelli Toso

Located in Bolton, GB

Here is a beautiful, large and very heavy (1.5kg unpacked) 1950/60's Venetian freeform blue & green

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Fratelli Toso? Murano Blue & Green Glass Sculpture Bowl

H 3.5 in Dm 10.5 in

MARKED Venini Murano Orange Glass Spiral Filigree Bowl

By Venini

Located in Bolton, GB

Here is an exquisite 1950's Venetian orange & clear glass bowl with spiralling filigree pattern

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

MARKED Venini Murano Orange Glass Spiral Filigree Bowl

H 1.25 in Dm 3.25 in

Venetian Murano Glass Vintage Table Lamp, 1950s

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

Elegant Venetian Murano table lamp from 1950s: now rare ! White and delicate green color with gold

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Other Table Lamps

Materials

Art Glass

Venetian Murano Glass Vintage Table Lamp, 1950s

H 19.69 in Dm 6.3 in

Venetian Opaline and Pink Chandelier by Galliano Ferro, Italy 1950's.

By Galliano Ferro

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Venetian chandelier with hand blown opaline and pink Murano glass / Made in Italy circa

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Venetian Opaline and Pink Chandelier by Galliano Ferro, Italy 1950's.

H 49 in Dm 33.5 in

Galliano Ferro Murano Sommerso Red & Amber Glass Stem Vase

By Galliano Ferro

Located in Bolton, GB

Here is a wonderful 1950/60's Venetian glass stem vase, made on the island of Murano, near Venice

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Galliano Ferro Murano Sommerso Red & Amber Glass Stem Vase

H 9.75 in Dm 3 in

Barbini Murano Vintage Red & Black Glass Gold Leaf Bowl

By Alfredo Barbini

Located in Bolton, GB

This is a magnificent 1950/60's Venetian biomorphic glass bowl, made on the island of Murano, near

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Barbini Murano Vintage Red & Black Glass Gold Leaf Bowl

H 1.75 in Dm 4.5 in

Barovier & Toso Murano Cordonato d'Oro Gold Leaf Red Glass Bowl

By Barovier&Toso, Ercole Barovier

Located in Bolton, GB

Here is a wonderful 1950/60's Venetian glass bowl/ashtray, made on the island of Murano, near

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Barovier & Toso Murano Cordonato d'Oro Gold Leaf Red Glass Bowl

H 1.5 in Dm 3.25 in

LABELLED Fratelli Scarpa Murano Sommerso Red & Blue Glass Stem Vase

Located in Bolton, GB

Here is a wonderful 1950/60's Venetian glass stem vase, made on the island of Murano, near Venice

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

LABELLED Fratelli Scarpa Murano Sommerso Red & Blue Glass Stem Vase

H 10.5 in Dm 2.75 in

Barbini Murano Biomorphic Red & Black Glass Gold Leaf Bowl

By Alfredo Barbini

Located in Bolton, GB

This is a magnificent 1950/60's Venetian biomorphic glass bowl, made on the island of Murano, near

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Barbini Murano Biomorphic Red & Black Glass Gold Leaf Bowl

H 2 in Dm 5.25 in

Barovier & Toso Murano Vintage Cordonato Oro Gold Leaf Glass Vase

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Bolton, GB

Here is a wonderful small 1950/60's Venetian clear glass vase filled with gold leaf inclusions

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Barovier & Toso Murano Vintage Cordonato Oro Gold Leaf Glass Vase

H 3 in Dm 4.5 in

Galliano Ferro Murano Large Pink & Opalescent White Glass Bowl

By Galliano Ferro

Located in Bolton, GB

This is a magnificent large and heavy (1.5kg unpacked) 1950/60's Venetian biomorphic glass bowl

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Galliano Ferro Murano Large Pink & Opalescent White Glass Bowl

H 3.5 in Dm 9.5 in

Barovier & Toso 'Graffito' Style Murano Gold Leaf Green Glass Bowl

By Ercole Barovier, Barovier&Toso

Located in Bolton, GB

Here is a wonderful 1950/60's Venetian shell shaped glass bowl, made on the island of Murano, near

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Barovier & Toso 'Graffito' Style Murano Gold Leaf Green Glass Bowl

H 2.25 in Dm 6 in

LARGE Barovier & Toso Murano Cordonato d'Oro Gold Leaf Green Glass Vase

By Ercole Barovier, Barovier&Toso

Located in Bolton, GB

Here is a wonderful large 1950/60's Venetian glass vase, made on the island of Murano, near Venice

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

LARGE Barovier & Toso Murano Cordonato d'Oro Gold Leaf Green Glass Vase

H 10.75 in Dm 5 in

1950s Italian Murano Art Glass Flower Mirror, Venetian

Located in Grand Cayman, KY

Stunning Murano glass mirror

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Murano Glass

1950s Italian Murano Art Glass Flower Mirror, Venetian

H 11.82 in W 11.42 in D 1.19 in

Lovely Venetian Chandelier, Pink Murano Glass, 1950s

Located in Roma, IT

Pretty Murano chandelier, typical classic Venetian. The chandelier has 3 arms that mount 3 e14

Category

Vintage 1950s Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Lovely Venetian Chandelier, Pink Murano Glass, 1950s

H 37.41 in Dm 21.66 in

Classic Venetian Ca' Rezzonico Chandelier in Murano Glass Italian Design 1950s

By Giovanni Dalla Fina Gallery

Located in Villaverla, IT

Classic Venetian Ca' Rezzonico Chandelier in Murano Glass Italian Design 1950s Imagine a

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Classic Venetian Ca' Rezzonico Chandelier in Murano Glass Italian Design 1950s

H 70.86 in Dm 61 in

Pair of Venetian Flowers Glass Sconces, 1950s

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Rome, IT

Unusual and a rare pair of wall sconces. Each sconce contains dozen of colored Venetian glass

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair of Venetian Flowers Glass Sconces, 1950s

H 25.99 in W 7.88 in D 5.12 in

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Questions About 1950s Venetian Glass

What is the difference between Venetian glass and Murano glass?
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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.
How can I tell if Venetian glasses are fake?
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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.
Were pearls popular in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is 1950s furniture called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
What watches were popular in 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
What was the clothing style in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
What diamond cuts were popular in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
What were the popular diamond cuts in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
How much was a Chanel bag in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
What is the 1950s furniture style called?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
What were the ’70s glasses called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
What the ’70s glasses were called depended on the shape of their frames. Sunglasses and eyeglasses that feature rounded frames with a double bridge are aviator glasses. The oversized women's sunglasses that feature curved, thick frames are butterfly sunglasses, while the angular looks worn by Elton John and other celebrities of the 1970s are square sunglasses. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage sunglasses.
Which artist became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s?
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1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.
Who distributed Jean Paul Gaultier glasses in the mid-1990s?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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