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Tabacco brown Murano glass mushroom table lamp, Italy 1980s
Located in Firenze, IT
Tabacco brown Murano glass table lamp Italy 1980s Brass base, encased brown glass 34 cm H - 30
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Brown Murano Glass Table Lamps by Salviati, circa 1960
By Salviati
Located in London, GB
This stunning pair of table lamps consists in a square brown Murano glass central piece decorated
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1970s Space Age Chromed Steel and Brown Murano Glass Chandelier by Mazzega
By AVMazzega
Located in Aci Castello, IT
brown Murano glass elements to create a visually captivating and unique piece. The steel structure
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel, Chrome

1970s Space Age Set of Two White and Brown Murano Glass Wall Sconces by Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Two white and brown Murano glass wall sconces designed and manufactured in Italy in the 1970s by
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Vintage Brown Murano Glass Ashtray / Catchall by Fratelli Toso with Murrines
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1960s. Made in Murano glass with murrines and silver flakes. It is a vintage piece
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Silver Leaf

1970s Mid-Century Modern Sommerso Green and Brown Murano Glass Bowl by Seguso
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Aci Castello, IT
The 1970s Murano Glass Bowl by Seguso is a stunning example of Italian glassmaking artistry and the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Vintage Brown Murano Glass Vase by Fratelli Toso, 1920s
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Milano, IT
Wonderful vintage Murano glass vase designed by Fratelli Toso in the 1920s. The blown glass is
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Vintage 1920s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Sommerso table ash by seguso in brown murano glass, italy, 1970
By Seguso
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Superb and rare brown sommerso centerpiece designed and made for seguso in murano in the 1970s
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vases

Materials

Crystal

Bespoke Italian Amber Orange Brown Murano Glass Bronze Finish Sputnik Flushmount
Located in New York, NY
blown Art Murano glass discs worked with a very special iridescent and variegated texture. The streaky
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Bespoke Italian Amber Red Brown Murano Glass Bronze Finish Sputnik Flushmount
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
jutting out metal baguette rods with an interesting square section, each decorated with blown Murano art
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Italian Minimalist Brass and Coffee Brown Murano Glass Pendant Light, 1970s
Located in New York, NY
This vintage pendant fixture is in high quality coffee Murano glass overlaid in white to intensify
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Vintage 1970s Italian Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Postmodern Brown Murano Glass Fish Decorative Figure by Vincenzo Nason, Italy
By Vincenzo Nason & Cie
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Vincenzo Nason & C. Murano, Italy, 1970s-1980s. This fish is made in Murano glass and features its
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Ambercolored/ Brown Murano Glass Vase, Mid Century, Italy ca. 1960/70
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Very decorative, extraordinary shaped Murano Glass Vase out of Italy. Artfully handcrafted around
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Postmodern Brown Murano Glass Fish Decorative Figure by Vincenzo Nason, Italy
By Vincenzo Nason & Cie
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Vincenzo Nason & C. Murano, Italy, 1970s. This fish is made in Murano glass. It is a vintage piece
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Postmodern Set of Three Aquamarine and Brown Murano Glass Candleholders, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1980s. They are made in hand blown Murano glass. The bubbles and the difference in
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Murano Glass

Alessandro Pianon Murano Glass Candleholder for Vistosi, Italy, 1950s
By Vistosi, Alessandro Pianon
Located in Milan, IT
brown Murano glass candleholder. Reference Domus.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern Italian Walrus Black Brown Murano Glass Sculpture Italy 1960s
By Seguso
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing Mid-Century Modern Italian walrus black, brown and crystal Murano glass sculpture. This
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

2000s Venini Mid-Century Modern Clear and Brown Murano Glass Triedri Chandelier
By Venini
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A superb Murano Glass triedri round chandelier designed and manufactured in Venice, it's a
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Postmodern White, Orange and Brown Murano Glass Vase by Carlo Moretti, Italy
By Carlo Moretti
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1970s. This vase is made in Murano glass. It might show slight traces of use since
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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Italian Mid Century Brown Murano Glass Drops Chandelier by Paolo Venini, 1960s
By Venini, Paolo Venini
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
This large Murano brown glass drops and caramel colour crystals chandelier was made and designed by
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Italian Mid Century Brown Murano Glass Drops Chandelier by Paolo Venini, 1960s
By Venini, Paolo Venini
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
This large Murano brown glass drops and caramel colour crystals chandelier was made and designed by
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Two 1960s Barovier Seguso and Ferro Brown Murano Glass and Brass Wall Sconces
By Barovier Seguso & Ferro
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Amazing set of two brown and gold Murano glass wall sconces made by Barovier Seguso e Ferro in the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Flush Mount with Clear and Gold Brown Murano Glass by Barovier & Toso, Italy
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Rijssen, NL
An elegant hand blown Murano glass flush mount by Barovier & Toso. Mounted on a brass frame. Many
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

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Brass

Signed Large Kalmar Round Flush Mount Clear Brown Murano Glass 1970s Lamp Venini
By Kalmar Lighting, Venini
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
a large organic formed bi-colored clear and amber smoked textured Murano glass with a nice gilt
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Aluminum, Metal, Brass

Signed Large Kalmar Round Flush Mount Clear Brown Murano Glass 1970s Lamp Venini
By Kalmar Lighting, Venini
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
which holds a large organic formed bi-colored clear and amber smoked textured Murano glass with a nice
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Brass, Aluminum

1970s Brutalist Murano Glass Italian Wall Sconces by Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A lot of amber ad brown murano glass and brass wall sconces designed and manufactured in Italy in
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano Glass Table Lamp by Toni Ziuccheri for Mazzega
By Mazzega, Toni Zuccheri
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
1960s Italian lamp by Toni Zuccheri for Mazzega Murano, metal base and globe in brown Murano glass
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage Italian Pair of Murano & Brass Egret Sculptures
By Zanetti Murano
Located in East Hampton, NY
A Rare set of TWO egrets made of hand blown clear and brown Murano glass and brass head and feet
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Brass

Italian Lotus Chandelier with Murano Glass and Brass
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Stunning brass Lotus chandelier with brown Murano glass leaves in Franco Luce style. Italy, 1960
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Glass 2, 4kg Bullicante Bubble Bowl Element Shell Murano, Italy, 1970s
By Flavio Poli, Alessandro Mandruzzato
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
original glass element was produced in the 1970s in Murano, Italy. An elegant light brown Murano glass
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Murano Glass

Battuto Coffee Table, Cast Silver-Leaf Murano Glass and Patinated Bronze
By Charles Burnand
Located in London, GB
Hand cast smoky brown Murano glass with silver leaf of reverse. The base is hammered solid bronze
Category

2010s British Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Seguso Vetri d'Arte Mori bench Murano Glass
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Pierpaolo Seguso
Located in Murano-Venice, IT
design that can fit into a wide range of interiors. A lather seating with taupe brown Murano glass legs
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Side Tables

Materials

Leather, Murano Glass

1960s Art Glass Two Green High Ball Glasses Cocktail Drinkware Style Murano
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Art Glass two green high ball glasses cocktail drinkware Measures: 3.13 tall x 3.38 diameter
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Art Glass

1970s Modernist Murano Glass Huge Cascade Chandelier by Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A big white and brown Murano glass chandelier, designed and manufactured in the Seventies by
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Multicolored Murano Goblets/Glasses with "Fazzoletto" Base
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Pasadena, TX
Pair of multicolored Murano Goblets/Glasses with "Fazzoletto" base Pair includes both glasses
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Pair of Smoky Brown Torchere Sconces
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian torchere wall sconces with hand blown smoky brown Murano glass cone shades mounted on brass
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and...

Materials

Brass

Pair of Smoky Brown Torchere Sconces
Pair of Smoky Brown Torchere Sconces
H 29.53 in W 7.88 in D 9.85 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Attributed to Venini, Murano, circa 1970
By Venini
Located in Merida, Yucatan
blown in the 'Tessuto' technique in white, clear and brown murano glass. Each holds one E14 bulb.     
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1970s Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Cascade Chandelier by Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Aci Castello, IT
An amazing white and brown murano glass chandelier designed and manufactured in Venice in the
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

1 of the 3 Pair of Glass Brass Wall Lamps by Glashütte Limburg, 1975s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Rijssen, NL
These beautiful globe lamps are made of brass and hand-blown smoked grey/ brown Murano glass
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

"Cà di Dio" Murano Glass Mirror in Venetian Style by Fratelli Tosi
By Fratelli Tosi
Located in Murano Venezia, IT
the expert hands of Murano masters, with frame made up of crystal rods and brown Murano glass on a
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2010s Italian Other Wall Mirrors

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass, Mirror

Murano Italy Avem Tutti Frutti Zanfirico Latticino Art Glass Bowl, 1950s
By Murano 5
Located in Delft, NL
Murano Italy Avem Tutti Frutti Zanfirico Latticino art glass bowl, 1950s. White Murano Art glass
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Glass

Materials

Art Glass

18th Century Italian Murano Clear Glass and Blue Trimmed Blown Glass Bottles
By Lavorazione Arte Murano
Located in Firenze, IT
This wonderful antique late 18th century (1780 circa) Murano blown clear glass set of four lidded
Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Glass

Materials

Blown Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Italian Modern Sputnik Flushmount, 1980s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian modern Sputnik flushmount with dark brown Murano glass crystals blown into three elegant
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Flush Mount

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Smoke Brown and Beige Murano Glass Table lamps
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
body is blown deep matte brown Murano glass, it is a very unusual texture . Then on the top, they have
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Art Glass Flower Vase Amber
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Miami, FL
A nice quality amber colored Murano art glass vase perfect for displaying your favorite flowers
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Paperweight with Swirl Details in the Style of Murano Glass
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful glass paper weight in the style of Murano. The swirl of white glass details gives the
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Italian Midcentury Empty Pockets 1960s Murano Glass
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in bari, IT
Empty pockets with oval shape in forest green with brown shades, thick Murano glass from the 1960s.
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

1950s Italian Flavio Poli Seguso Murano Sommerso Organic Glass Vase
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Murano Glass Sommerso, Flavio Poli
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and rare vase by Flavio Poli for Seguso, Murano, Sommerso organic glass vase. Vibrant
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Murano Art Glass Manta Ray Tortoise Spotted Bowl Ashtray Vintage 1960s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Murano Art Glass Manta Ray leopard, tortoise spotted bowl in amber and a dark espresso-brown colors
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine

Vintage Murano Clown Ashtray in Colored Glass, 1970s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Colorful Murano ashtray in shape of a clown. Hand-made in Murano Italy during the 1970s, probably
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Glass

Vintage Murano Clown Ashtray in Colored Glass, 1970s
Vintage Murano Clown Ashtray in Colored Glass, 1970s
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H 5.91 in W 4.34 in D 4.34 in
Vintage decorative "Sommerso" Murano vase in clear and brown glass, Flavio Poli
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
Universally regarded as one of the most prolific and capable designers of Murano glass vases and
Category

Vintage 1960s Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Italian Murano Glass Elephant
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Catania, IT
This 1980s Italian handmade Murano glass sculpture depicts an elephant in clear glass. This
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Italian Murano Glass Elephant
Italian Murano Glass Elephant
H 8.3 in W 2.8 in D 4.7 in
Vintage Murano Glass Bookends
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pair of Murano glass bookends, unmarked, clear glass with amber glass. One is a cube with a
Category

20th Century Italian Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Vintage Murano Glass Bookends
Vintage Murano Glass Bookends
H 7 in W 6 in D 3 in
Postmodern Pair of Brown and Aquamarine Murano Glass Candleholders, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
brown Murano glass candleholders that are shown in the second picture. Measures: Diameter: 9.7 / 10.2
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Carafe Set
Located in Antwerp, BE
Amber color Murano set of carafe and five glasses.  
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Glass Carafe Set
Murano Glass Carafe Set
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H 9.45 in W 6.3 in D 2.76 in
Six Cenedese Nautilus Flutes Set, Brown accent and Pulegoso Murano Glass signed
By Cenedese, Amelio Cenedese
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Introducing the Nautilus Shell Inspired Murano Glass Flutes This unique and rare set of flutes is a
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Variations of Brown Art Glass Murano Large Handkerchief Bowl, Modern, 1980s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful Murano hand blown Italian art glass handkerchief bowl with some small air bubbles in the
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Perfume Bottles, Murano, Red, Italy, 1960
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Nice, FR
Lot of Murano perfume case, from the 60s, in good condition. Ruby red color. Never used.
Category

20th Century Italian Aesthetic Movement Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Six Colorful Murano Champagne Cups on Twisted Clear Base
By Murano 5
Located in Weiningen, CH
Six colorful Murano champagne cups on twisted base. Red/green/blue/clear brown/clear grey/clear
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Murano Glass Centerpiece Organic Shape
By Roberto Beltrami
Located in Murano, VE
Discover Oculus, a mesmerizing blown glass plate boasting an organic, casual shape. Crafted with
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2010s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Centerpiece Organic Shape
Murano Glass Centerpiece Organic Shape
H 5.91 in W 27.56 in D 11.82 in
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Brown Murano Glass For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of brown murano glass on 1stDibs. Frequently made of glass, murano glass and metal, every piece of brown murano glass was constructed with great care. Find 6538 options for an antique or vintage item from our selection of brown murano glass now, or shop our selection of 845 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a choice in our collection of brown murano glass — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of brown murano glass made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of brown murano glass that is appealing in its simplicity, but Barovier&Toso, Venini and Mazzega Murano produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Brown Murano Glass?

Prices for a piece of brown murano glass start at $1 and top out at $95,000 with the average selling for $2,795.
Questions About Brown 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 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 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 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 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
    To identify genuine Murano glass, first check for the certificate of authenticity. Sometimes, but not always, there will be a label with the workshop and the signature of the maker on the piece. Shop a collection of authentic Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Murano glass is highly-coveted due to the glassblowing processes used to create each piece. Murano glass is known for its vivid color, handcrafted in Murano and Venice and a favorite among collectors and home interior decor enthusiasts. Browse a wide array of Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether Murano glass holds its value depends on a variety of factors, including how well it’s cared for as well as demand and supply. Antique Murano art glass can fetch thousands of dollars at auction depending on the brand, the history of the work, the technique used to design the piece and more. The first step in determining if your Murano glass object has held its value is determining its authenticity. To tell if a Murano glass vase is real, look for the name of the shop that produced it on the bottom. Then, use trusted online resources to determine if the workshop is in Murano, Italy. Bear in mind that authentic pieces normally do not have the word "Murano" on their labels. If you need assistance authenticating a particular vase, you may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer. Because it can be difficult to predict how the value of items will change over time, choose decorative objects that appeal to you. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Murano glassware from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if a glass rooster is Murano, you can look for markings and other details to try and determine the maker, but the best way to determine authenticity is to enlist the help of an antiques dealer or Murano glass expert. Otherwise, look for the signature of the artist or factory on the piece. Authentic Murano glass will often, but not always, include 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. Shop a collection of Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if a bird sculpture is made of Murano glass, professionals recommend having an antiques dealer or Murano glass expert examine it. Otherwise, look for the signature of the artist or factory on the piece. Authentic Murano glass will often, but not always, include 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. Find a collection of Murano glass decorative objects on 1stDibs.