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Arcade Murano Glass

"Yu-Shuang" Cristal White Center Piece by Kazuhiko Tomita For Arcade Murano 1993
By Kazuhiko Tomita
Located in Weesp, NL
Kazuhiko Tomita for Arcade Murano, “Yu-Shuang” Centerpiece, 1993 Italy, 1993 Hand-blown and hand
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1990s Japanese Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Crystal

Minimal Murano Green & Clear Art Glass "Avec Grass" Blown-Glass Vase Set, 1990s
By Arcade International, Paola Navone, Simone Cenedese
Located in Brooklyn, NY
crafted by Simone Cenedese, the glass vases are realized by Arcade's glass masters in Murano, Italy
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Organic Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Large Murano Abstract Hand Blown Arcade Glass Sculpture Marcello Panza Vase
Located in Surfside, FL
according to the ancient Murano glass tradition. Marcello Panza founded “Studiominimo” in 1983. He has
Category

20th Century Abstract Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Vintage Hand Blown Faceted Fruit Form Murano Glass Sculpture Vase for Arcade
By Laura de Santillana
Located in Surfside, FL
, made in golden yellow glass COCCO, made in brown glass Produced by maestro Simone Cenedese in Murano
Category

Early 2000s Post-Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Vintage Hand Blown Faceted Fruit Form Murano Glass Sculpture Vase for Arcade
By Laura de Santillana
Located in Surfside, FL
, made in golden yellow glass COCCO, made in brown glass Produced by maestro Simone Cenedese in Murano
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Post-Modern Still-life Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

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Arcade Murano Art Glass Vase "Issey" by Laura Santillana
By Murano 5
Located in Bolzano, IT
33 unique pieces signed and numbered by Laura de Santillana. Arcade art pieces are made by hand in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Arcade Murano Art Glass Vase "Pedra Amber" by Ivan Baj
By Murano 5, Ivan Baj
Located in Bolzano, IT
pieces signed and numbered by Ivan Baj. Arcade art pieces are made by hand in our Murano atelier. Small
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Arcade Murano Art Glass Vase "Pedra grey" by Ivan Baj
By Murano 5, Ivan Baj
Located in Bolzano, IT
pieces signed and numbered by Ivan Baj. Arcade art pieces are made by hand in our Murano atelier. Small
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Arcade Murano Art Glass Vase "Pedra Champagne" by Ivan Baj
By Murano 5, Ivan Baj
Located in Bolzano, IT
unique pieces signed and numbered by Ivan Baj. Arcade art pieces are made by hand in our Murano atelier
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Arcade Murano Art Glass Vase "Venus Amethyst” Design by Ivan Baj
By Murano 5, Ivan Baj
Located in Bolzano, IT
unique pieces signed and numbered by Ivan Baj. Arcade art pieces are made by hand in our Murano atelier
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Arcade Murano Art Glass Bowl "Venus Amber" Design by Ivan Baj
By Murano 5, Ivan Baj
Located in Bolzano, IT
pieces signed and numbered by Ivan Baj. Arcade art pieces are made by hand in our Murano atelier. Small
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Arcade Murano Art Glass Bowl "Venus Olive" Design by Ivan Baj
By Murano 5, Ivan Baj
Located in Bolzano, IT
pieces signed and numbered by Ivan Baj. Arcade art pieces are made by hand in our Murano atelier. Small
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Arcade Murano Art Glass Vase "Euro Amber" Design by Ivan Baj
By Murano 5, Ivan Baj
Located in Bolzano, IT
pieces signed and numbered by Ivan Baj. Arcade art pieces are made by hand in our Murano atelier. Small
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Arcade Murano Art Glass Vase "Euro Olive" Design by Ivan Baj
By Murano 5, Ivan Baj
Located in Bolzano, IT
pieces signed and numbered by Ivan Baj. Arcade art pieces are made by hand in our Murano atelier. Small
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Arcade Murano Art Glass Vase "Euro Acquamarine" Design by Ivan Baj
By Ivan Baj, Murano 5
Located in Bolzano, IT
unique pieces signed and numbered by Ivan Baj. Arcade art pieces are made by hand in our Murano atelier
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Arcade Murano Art Glass Vase "Bois in verre B" by Marcello Panza
By Marcello Panza, Murano 5
Located in Bolzano, IT
. Edition of 33 unique pieces signed and numbered by Marcello Panza. Arcade art pieces are made by hand in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Arcade Murano Art Glass Vase "Bois in Verre C" by Marcello Panza
By Marcello Panza, Murano 5
Located in Bolzano, IT
. Edition of 33 unique pieces signed and numbered by Marcello Panza. Arcade art pieces are made by hand in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

New Limited Edition Arcade Murano Glass Vase in Pale Apricot
By Arcade International
Located in Troy, MI
Large, new, limited edition Murano glass vase by Arcade. Pale apricot glass in biomorphic globe
Category

2010s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Hand Blown Tall Plum Murano Glass Vase
By Laura de Santillana
Located in Troy, MI
Designed and signed by artist Laura de Santillana for Arcade Murano glass, hand blown vase is #156
Category

2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Glass

Limited Edition Amber Murano Cased Glass Vase by Arcade
By Ivan Baj
Located in Troy, MI
Limited edition handcrafted vase in rich amber colored cased glass, circa 2017. Designed by Ivan
Category

2010s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Rare Signed Murano Glass Hand Blown by Ivan Baj, Italy, 1992, Arcade Opachi
By Arcade Manufacturing Co.
Located in Barcelona, Cataluna
Arcade Opachi. Rare signed murano glass hand blown by Ivan Baj, Opaco vase, Italy. Limited
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1990s Italian Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Minimal Murano Green & Clear Art Glass "Avec Grass" blown-glass Vase Set, 1990s
By Paola Navone, Arcade International, Simone Cenedese
Located in Brooklyn, NY
crafted by Simone Cenedese, the glass vases are realized by Arcade's glass masters in Murano, Italy
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Organic Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Exquisite Murano Glass Smokey Topaz Footed Bowl by Marcello Panza for Arcade
By Marcello Panza
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite Murano smokey topaz footed bowl by Marcello Panza for Arcade. Three oval cylinders of
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Early 2000s European Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Limited Edition Red Murano Cased Glass Vase by Ivan Baj for Arcade
By Ivan Baj
Located in Troy, MI
Limited edition handcrafted vase in rich rust red colored cased glass, circa 2017. Designed by Ivan
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Vintage Hand Made Fruit Form Murano Glass Sculpture Vase for Arcade
By Laura de Santillana
Located in Surfside, FL
, made in golden yellow glass COCCO, made in brown glass Produced by maestro Simone Cenedese in Murano
Category

Early 2000s Post-Modern Still-life Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Vintage Hand Blown Faceted Fruit Form Murano Glass Sculpture Vase for Arcade
By Laura de Santillana
Located in Surfside, FL
, made in golden yellow glass COCCO, made in brown glass Produced by maestro Simone Cenedese in Murano
Category

Early 2000s Post-Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Vintage Hand Blown Faceted Fruit Form Murano Glass Sculpture Vase for Arcade
By Laura de Santillana
Located in Surfside, FL
, made in golden yellow glass COCCO, made in brown glass Produced by maestro Simone Cenedese in Murano
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Post-Modern Still-life Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Vintage Hand Blown Faceted Fruit Form Murano Glass Sculpture Vase for Arcade
By Laura de Santillana
Located in Surfside, FL
, made in golden yellow glass COCCO, made in brown glass Produced by maestro Simone Cenedese in Murano
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Post-Modern Still-life Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Vintage Hand Blown Faceted Fruit Form Murano Glass Sculpture Vase for Arcade
By Laura de Santillana
Located in Surfside, FL
, made in golden yellow glass COCCO, made in brown glass Produced by maestro Simone Cenedese in Murano
Category

Early 2000s Post-Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Handblown Two Tone Glass Vase by Ivan Baj for Arcade
By Ivan Baj
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, Arcade. Since its inception in 1990 Arcade has produced limited edition Murano glass pieces. Each piece
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Late 20th Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Laura de Santillana, Small Collection of Murano Glass Bottles/Vases, by Arcade
By Arcade Manufacturing Co., Laura de Santillana
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Santillana, multi colored and satin finish glass. All signed and all hand blown also marked Arcade. sizes
Category

Early 2000s Italian Post-Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Large Murano Abstract Hand Blown Arcade Glass Sculpture Marcello Panza Vase
Located in Surfside, FL
according to the ancient Murano glass tradition. Marcello Panza founded “Studiominimo” in 1983. He has
Category

20th Century Abstract Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Vintage Hand Made Blown Faceted Murano Glass Sculpture Vase for Arcade
By Laura de Santillana
Located in Surfside, FL
, made in golden yellow glass COCCO, made in brown glass Produced by maestro Simone Cenedese in Murano
Category

Early 2000s Post-Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Alberto Donà, Pair of Table Lamps, Faceted Shape, Grey Murano Massiccio Body
By Evans Arcade Company, Alberto Donà, Carlo Scarpa
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
. Traditional Murano glass is soft as it is made to be worked massiccio, there is potash, in the medieval time
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Alberto Donà, Pair of Table Lamps, Faceted Shape, Topaz Murano Massiccio Body
By Evans Arcade Company, Alberto Donà, Carlo Scarpa
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
in Venice using Potash non sodic glass. Traditional Murano glass is soft as it is made to be worked
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Iridescent Handblown Glass Lune Vase by Paola Navone for Arcade
By Paola Navone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, to name just a few. Since its inception in 1990 Arcade has produced limited edition Murano glass
Category

Late 20th Century Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Set of Two Murano Glass "Blum" Vases by Arcade
Located in London, GB
Large Amber Vase: 6.5cm diameter x 45cm high

Small Yellow Vase: 6cm diameter x 38cm high

Price for the set.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Arcade Murano Art Glass Vase "Paris" Design by Ivan Baj
By Murano 5, Ivan Baj
Located in Bolzano, IT
. Edition of 33 unique pieces signed and numbered by Ivan Baj. Arcade art pieces are made by hand in our
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

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Arcade Murano Glass For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of arcade murano glass available at 1stDibs. An item from our selection of arcade murano glass — often made from glass, murano glass and blown glass — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of arcade murano glass — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right object in our assortment of arcade murano glass, those designed in Modern and Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made option in this array of arcade murano glass over the years, but those crafted by Arcade International, Alberto Donà and Ivan Baj are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Arcade Murano Glass?

The average selling price for a piece of arcade murano glass at 1stDibs is $1,975, while they’re typically $1,150 on the low end and $4,101 for the highest priced.
Questions About Arcade Murano Glass
  • 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, 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 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 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 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, 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 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 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 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 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 9, 2024
    Yes, many glass lovers believe that Murano glass is worth it. Murano glass is named for the Venetian island of Murano, where glassmaking has been practiced for centuries. The glass is made using a variety of artisanal processes and is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Every vintage Murano glass decorative object is unique. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and irregular shapes due to the freeform creation process. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Murano glass is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Murano glass and other art glass pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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
    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 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if Murano glass is vintage, it's usually necessary to conduct some online research using trusted sources. Start by looking for a maker's mark and then cross-referencing it with images published online to determine who made your piece. By learning more about the manufacturer and what they produced over the years by reading histories and exploring product catalogues, you can estimate the rough age of your piece. For Murano glass to be considered vintage, it must be between 20 and 99 years old. Older pieces are classified as antique. If you need assistance with dating your glassware, seek the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a range of Murano glass 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.