What is Murano glass?

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.

Does Murano glass have markings?

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.

Does Murano glass break?

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.

How is Murano glass marked?

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.

What is Murano glass made of?

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.

Where is Murano glass signed?

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.

What are the characteristics of Murano glass?

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.

Where does Murano glass come from?

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.

Can Murano glass be clear?

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.

What is Aventurine in Murano glass?

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.

Why is it called Murano glass?

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.

Is Murano glass valuable?

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.

Is Murano glass worth it?

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.

Is Murano blown glass?

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.

How can I identify Murano glass?

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.

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 do I know if my Murano glass is blown?

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.

Does Murano glass have a Pontil mark?

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.

How can you tell if Murano glass is vintage?

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.

How can you tell if a glass fruit is Murano?

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.

Murano Glass Figures

Pair Italian Figures

Archimede Seguso Birds

Venetian Figures

Murano Gold Fleck Birds

Homage to Amedeo Modigliani Pair of Murano Glass Figures

$24,800 / set

H 19 in W 5 in D 5 in

Homage to Amedeo Modigliani Pair of Murano Glass Figures

By Walter Furlan, Amedeo Modigliani

Located in Stamford, CT

A pair of beautiful Murano blown glass figures designed by Walter Furlan. Glass blown by his son

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2010s Italian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Archimede Seguso Murano Silver Flecks Orange Glass Duck Figure, Italy, 1950s

$594

H 3.75 in W 3.55 in D 3.75 in

Archimede Seguso Murano Silver Flecks Orange Glass Duck Figure, Italy, 1950s

By Archimede Seguso

Located in Barcelona, ES

Small hand blown Murano glass open wings duck / bird figurine with silver flecks. Attributed to

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Silver Leaf

Pair of Barovier Murano Glass Moorish Figures

$3,800 / set

H 17.25 in W 7 in D 5 in

Pair of Barovier Murano Glass Moorish Figures

By Barovier&Toso

Located in San Francisco, CA

A fine pair of Moorish Figures in Venetian Dress. Hand blown Black Murano Glass with Gold

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Pair Salviati Attributed Venetian/Murano Glass Peacock Place Card Holder Figures

$395 / set

H 3 in W 3 in D 1.75 in

Pair Salviati Attributed Venetian/Murano Glass Peacock Place Card Holder Figures

By Salviati

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A Fine pair of Venetian or Murano glass figurines or place card holders. In the form of peacocks

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Pair of Peasant Figures by Archimede Seguso

$1,600

H 9.75 in W 4.5 in D 4 in

Pair of Peasant Figures by Archimede Seguso

By Archimede Seguso

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

A rare and visually arresting pair of hand-sculpted Murano glass figures by Archimede Seguso

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Vintage 1940s Italian Hollywood Regency Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Falling Man II – Rarest Formia Murano Hand-Blown Glass Sculpture – Collectible

$1,694

H 10.63 in W 8.67 in D 8.67 in

Falling Man II – Rarest Formia Murano Hand-Blown Glass Sculpture – Collectible

By Formia Murano

Located in Venezia, IT

matched pair of collectible Murano art glass figures, a truly rare opportunity in today’s market. If

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Copper Gold Italian Art Glass Pear Apple Banana Fruit Figures Sculpture

$500 / set

H 4.5 in Dm 2.5 in

Murano Copper Gold Italian Art Glass Pear Apple Banana Fruit Figures Sculpture

By Alfredo Barbini

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful vintage set of Murano hand blown cover aventurine and gold flecks Italian art glass pear

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Gold Leaf

Murano Mid Century Pair Art Glass Cased Copper Aventurine figures

$682 / set

H 9.45 in W 6.11 in D 3.06 in

Murano Mid Century Pair Art Glass Cased Copper Aventurine figures

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A very fine vintage pair hand crafted Italian mid-century art glass figures originating from Murano

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Pair of 1930's Black Murano Glass & Gold Figures of Arabian Horses

$14,800

H 14 in W 13.75 in D 4 in

Pair of 1930's Black Murano Glass & Gold Figures of Arabian Horses

Located in New York, NY

A Fabulous Pair of Black Murano Glass & Gold Splashed Figures of Arabian Horses Each figure is

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Vintage 1930s Italian Hollywood Regency Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Gold

Pair of Amber Sommerso Glass Decorative Chinese Figures by Archimede Seguso

$7,932

H 25.6 in Dm 9.85 in

Pair of Amber Sommerso Glass Decorative Chinese Figures by Archimede Seguso

By Archimede Seguso

Located in Bresso, Lombardy

Made in Italy, 1960s - 1970s. These two sculptures are made in amber sommerso Murano glass and are

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Vintage 1960s Italian Post-Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass, Sommerso

Murano Venetian Glass Water Fountain

$54,500

H 66 in Dm 27 in

Murano Venetian Glass Water Fountain

By Gino Cenedese

Located in New Orleans, LA

hand-worked Murano glass. Four voluptuous glass figures representing the Four Seasons encircle the

Category

20th Century Italian Other Fountains

Materials

Gold Leaf

Falling Man II – Rare Formia Murano collectible Glass Sculpture modernist italy

$1,694

H 10.63 in W 8.67 in D 8.67 in

Falling Man II – Rare Formia Murano collectible Glass Sculpture modernist italy

Located in Venezia, IT

"Falling man I" Formia Murano Hand-Blown Glass Sculpture – Rare Pink Human Figure on black glass

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Late 20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Majestic Rationalist Murano Glass Chandelier by Napoleone Martinuzzi, 1930

$102,161

H 118.12 in Dm 70.87 in

Majestic Rationalist Murano Glass Chandelier by Napoleone Martinuzzi, 1930

By Napoleone Martinuzzi

Located in Rome, IT

This monumental Murano glass chandelier is not merely a lighting fixture, but a masterwork of early

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Set of Six Vintage Murano Glass Fish Sculptures from Italy, 1970s

$350 / set

H 3 in Dm 2.5 in

Set of Six Vintage Murano Glass Fish Sculptures from Italy, 1970s

Located in Downingtown, PA

A Splash of Murano: Set of Six Glass Fish Figures Late 20th Century This charming collection of

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Late 20th Century Italian Organic Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Murano Art Glass Sculpture on Pedestal by Loredano Rosin, Signed

$4,140

H 31 in W 15 in D 15 in

Murano Art Glass Sculpture on Pedestal by Loredano Rosin, Signed

By Loredano Rosin

Located in North Palm Beach, FL

traditional use of Murano glass to depict stylized figures and animals. By employing an ancient Italian

Category

1990s Italian Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of Venetian Glass Pomegranate Sculptures by Romeo Gigli for Pauly & Co.

$2,850 / set

H 5.88 in W 3.75 in D 3.5 in

Pair of Venetian Glass Pomegranate Sculptures by Romeo Gigli for Pauly & Co.

By Compagnia Di Venezia E Murano (C.V.M.), Venini, Barovier, Pauly & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine pair of Murano glass fruit figures. Designed by Romeo Gigli for Pauly & Co. In the form of

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Loredano Rosin Acidato Alessandrite Glass Of A Female Figure, 1960s

$7,360Sale Price|20% Off

H 17.33 in W 9.06 in D 5.91 in

Loredano Rosin Acidato Alessandrite Glass Of A Female Figure, 1960s

By Loredano Rosin

Located in CABA, AR

Artist: Loredano Rosin was an Italian sculptor best known for his traditional use of Murano glass to

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

A Pair of SURREALISTIC ZOOMORPHIC Sculptural WALL APPLIQUES, France, 1970-1980

$1,442 / item

H 11.82 in W 11.82 in D 13.78 in

A Pair of SURREALISTIC ZOOMORPHIC Sculptural WALL APPLIQUES, France, 1970-1980

Located in PARIS, FR

Murano-style glass, amazing zoomorphic figures in painted plaster forming diffusers for halogen lighting

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Vintage 1970s French Neoclassical Revival Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Recent Sales

Pair of Vintage Murano Glass Figures

Unavailable

H 14.18 in W 10.24 in D 4.73 in

Pair of Vintage Murano Glass Figures

Located in Worcester, Worcestershire

Period: Mid-late 20th century. Origin: Murano, Italy Artist: Cesare Toffolo, signed to the base of

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20th Century Glass

Set of Four Art Deco Murano Figures by AVeM

Unavailable

H 14 in W 7 in D 5 in

Set of Four Art Deco Murano Figures by AVeM

By Murano 5

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

Amazing set of four Art Deco Murano figures by AVeM. Religious theme just in time for the holiday

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of Alfredo Barbini for Salviati Murano Figures, circa 1950s

Unavailable

H 13.25 in W 5 in D 5 in

Pair of Alfredo Barbini for Salviati Murano Figures, circa 1950s

By Alfredo Barbini

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

Rare pair of Alfredo Barbini for Salviati Murano figures. One retains an original Salviati label

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Large and Brilliant Gold Pair of Murano Figures, circa 1950s

Unavailable

H 11.88 in W 5.25 in D 5.25 in

Large and Brilliant Gold Pair of Murano Figures, circa 1950s

By Cenedese

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

Pair of glowing gold and clear Murano figures from the 1950s. Most likely created at Cenedese

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Press Papier in Murano Glass in Cobalt Blue and figures resting on Gold Leaf

Unavailable

H 2.37 in Dm 3.75 in

Press Papier in Murano Glass in Cobalt Blue and figures resting on Gold Leaf

Located in Monselice, PD

Press Papier in Murano glass 1940, this type of glass object was used as a card stop or in larger

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Paperweights

Materials

Murano Glass

Glass Sculpture by Loredano Rosin

Unavailable

H 13 in W 19 in D 7 in

Glass Sculpture by Loredano Rosin

By Loredano Rosin

Located in New Haven, CT

traditional use of Murano glass to depict stylized figures and animals. By employing an ancient Italian

Category

20th Century Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Loredano Rosin Glass Sculpture 'Two Faces'

Unavailable

H 23.75 in W 10 in D 4.75 in

Loredano Rosin Glass Sculpture 'Two Faces'

By Loredano Rosin

Located in New Haven, CT

traditional use of Murano glass to depict stylized figures and animals. By employing an ancient Italian

Category

20th Century Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Signoretto large murano glass figures.

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H 26 in W 9 in D 9 in

Pair of Signoretto large murano glass figures.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of very large Pino Signoretto murano figures.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Sculptures

Materials

Gold

Pair of Murano Glass Sculptures

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H 11.25 in W 4.75 in D 4.75 in

Pair of Murano Glass Sculptures

Located in Dallas, TX

A pair of Murano glass figures of a Georgian era man and woman. Figures are embellished in

Category

Mid-20th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Midcentury Set of Four Murano Glass Asian Figures by Archimede Seguso

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H 8.75 in Dm 3 in

Midcentury Set of Four Murano Glass Asian Figures by Archimede Seguso

By Archimede Seguso

Located in Astoria, NY

A vintage set of Murano glass figures of an Asian family of four, with father, mother and two

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Gold

Elegant Pair of Murano Sculptures by Maurizio Toso

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H 25.6 in W 11.03 in D 7.09 in

Elegant Pair of Murano Sculptures by Maurizio Toso

Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR

Pair of Murano glass figures, Chinese spirit

Category

Late 20th Century Modern Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Large Asian Couple Figures in Handmade Murano Sommerso Glass by Luigi Onesto

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H 20.08 in W 6.7 in D 7.09 in

Large Asian Couple Figures in Handmade Murano Sommerso Glass by Luigi Onesto

By Murano Glass Sommerso, Luigi Onesto

Located in Vilnius, LT

Sommerso technique of multi-color layers Murano glass. Very thick and heavy glass is in clear, blue, green

Category

1990s Italian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass, Sommerso

Iconic Signed Loredano Rosin Two Figures Murano Glass Sculpture

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H 23 in W 14 in D 5 in

Iconic Signed Loredano Rosin Two Figures Murano Glass Sculpture

By Loredano Rosin

Located in West Hartford, CT

Stunning and rare signed Loredano Rosin Murano glass sculpture titled "Two Figures" Signed at base

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Archimede Seguso Trio of Figures in Murano Glass

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H 17.25 in W 6.5 in

Archimede Seguso Trio of Figures in Murano Glass

By Archimede Seguso

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage set of three Murano farm figures by Archimede Seguso in Alabastro glass

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

Materials

Glass

PAIR Large Antonio da Ros Cenedese Murano Sommerso Glass Figures Birds in Red

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H 13 in W 6.5 in D 4.5 in

PAIR Large Antonio da Ros Cenedese Murano Sommerso Glass Figures Birds in Red

By Antonio da Ros

Located in Ann Arbor, MI

Large Antonio da Ros Cenedese Murano Sommerso Glass Figures of Birds in vibrant red. Rare to find a

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Impressive Murano Glass Cobra Sculpture by Loredano Rosin

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H 17.72 in W 11.82 in D 9.45 in

Impressive Murano Glass Cobra Sculpture by Loredano Rosin

By Loredano Rosin

Located in Vlimmeren, BE

was an Italian sculptor best known for his traditional use of Murano glass to depict stylized figures

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Murano Glass Pheasants, Salviati Attributed

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H 13.5 in W 16 in D 3.75 in

Pair of Murano Glass Pheasants, Salviati Attributed

By Barovier&Toso, Antonio Salviati, Venini, Salviati, Barovier

Located in Houston, TX

. These vintage Salviati attributed Murano glass pheasant figures are finely detailed and in great

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Two Wall Appliques Model LP 254 by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, Italy 1970s

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H 8.27 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in

Two Wall Appliques Model LP 254 by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, Italy 1970s

By Mazzega, Carlo Nason

Located in Hellouw, NL

Carlo Nason stands as one of the most influential figures in Murano glass design, known for

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

Materials

Murano Glass

Rare Black Glass King Cobra by Loredano Rosin

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H 21 in W 17 in D 10 in

Rare Black Glass King Cobra by Loredano Rosin

By Loredano Rosin

Located in Miami, FL

traditional use of Murano glass to depict stylized figures and animals. By employing an ancient Italian

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Carlo Nason Model Floor Lamp by Mazzega Italy, 1960s

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H 39.38 in Dm 13.78 in

Carlo Nason Model Floor Lamp by Mazzega Italy, 1960s

By AVMazzega, Carlo Nason

Located in Oirlo, LI

lamp consists of two spherical Murano blown glass figures and is connected in the middle by a chrome

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Glass

Pair of AVEM Murano Glass Figures

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H 10 in W 4 in D 4 in

Pair of AVEM Murano Glass Figures

By Murano 5

Located in Hanover, MA

Pair AVEM Murano Glass Figures (Arte Vetraria Muranese) with original label.

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Vintage 1940s Italian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Figures

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H 11 in W 7 in D 4 in

Murano Glass Figures

By Murano 5

Located in Hanover, MA

Pair of Murano glass classically dressed figures in red, gold, black and white with foil labels

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Vintage 1950s Italian Figurative Sculptures

Set of Two Tomato Murano Glass Figures, circa 1970

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H 3.55 in Dm 3.94 in

Set of Two Tomato Murano Glass Figures, circa 1970

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Set of two raditional tomato figures made of Murano glass. Manufactured in Spain, circa 1970

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Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Glass

Set of Five Archimede Seguso Colorful Murano Glass Bird Figures

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H 2.96 in W 4.14 in D 2.17 in

Set of Five Archimede Seguso Colorful Murano Glass Bird Figures

By Archimede Seguso

Located in Barcelona, ES

Beautiful set of five labelled Archimede Seguso Murano glass bird sculptures in different colors

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Large Pair Renato Anatra Murano Art Glass Dancer Figures Sculpture Gymnasts

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H 22.2 in W 10 in D 6 in

Large Pair Renato Anatra Murano Art Glass Dancer Figures Sculpture Gymnasts

By Renato Anatra

Located in Ann Arbor, MI

Large pair Renato Anatra Murano Art Glass dancer figures sculpture gymnasts Signed by the artist.

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Italian Murano Barbini School Glass Figures

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H 14 in Dm 7 in

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Italian Murano Barbini School Glass Figures

Located in Big Flats, NY

Mid-Century Modern pair of Italian Murano Barbini School glass figures depicting musician playing

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Set of 9 Salviati Murano Wine Glasses Hand Painted with Notable Venetian Figures

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H 7 in W 2.5 in D 2.5 in

Set of 9 Salviati Murano Wine Glasses Hand Painted with Notable Venetian Figures

By Salviati

Located in San Francisco, CA

Set of nine Salviati Murano wine glasses hand painted with notable Venetian figures circa 1930

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Early 20th Century Italian Barware

Materials

Glass

Pair of Chinese Figures in Gold Leaf Sommerso Art Glass by Murano

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H 7.5 in Dm 3.625 in

Pair of Chinese Figures in Gold Leaf Sommerso Art Glass by Murano

By Murano 5

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous pair of Sommerso art glass Chinese figures in gold leaf by Murano. The taller standing

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Alfredo Barbini Murano Squirrel Figure in Amber and Orange Glass

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H 9.26 in W 8.67 in D 3.75 in

Alfredo Barbini Murano Squirrel Figure in Amber and Orange Glass

By Alfredo Barbini

Located in Barcelona, ES

. Place it alone or with other Murano glass animal figures to create a colorful set. Measures: 23.5 cm H

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

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

Rare Loredano Rosin Murano Glass Sculpture

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H 15.5 in W 10.5 in D 5.5 in

Rare Loredano Rosin Murano Glass Sculpture

By Loredano Rosin

Located in Dallas, TX

sculptor best known for his traditional use of Murano glass to depict stylized figures and animals. By

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Two Chinese Sommeroso Art Glass Figures att. to Formia Vetri Di Murano 1970/80

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H 6 in W 3.5 in D 3.5 in

Two Chinese Sommeroso Art Glass Figures att. to Formia Vetri Di Murano 1970/80

By Seguso, Formia Murano

Located in New York, NY

Stunning lot of two Asian style figures, executed in bold red, clear and black glass using the

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Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of Murano Glass Chinese Figures, Attributed to Pino Signoretto

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H 12 in W 3 in D 3.5 in

Pair of Murano Glass Chinese Figures, Attributed to Pino Signoretto

By Pino Signoretto

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

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Elio Raffaeli Signed Blue 'Sommerso' Murano Glass Penguins or Bird Figures

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H 3.75 in W 2.56 in D 2.76 in

Elio Raffaeli Signed Blue 'Sommerso' Murano Glass Penguins or Bird Figures

By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Elio Raffaeli

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

Italian Murano glass pair of birds/penguin figures, often misattributed to Seguso Vetri d'Arte

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Pair of Vintage Venetian Italian Murano Art Glass Figures

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H 12 in W 5 in D 4 in

Pair of Vintage Venetian Italian Murano Art Glass Figures

By Barovier&Toso

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Pair of Vintage Venetian Italian Murano Art Glass Figures

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Murano Gold Flecks Applied Feather Italian Art Glass Bird Figures Sculptures

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H 10 in W 5.5 in D 5.25 in

Murano Gold Flecks Applied Feather Italian Art Glass Bird Figures Sculptures

By Aldo Nason

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful set of vintage Murano hand blown orange, blue, yellow, blue and white feathers Italian

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano Sommerso Italian Art Glass Bunny Rabbit Figures

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H 4 in W 3.5 in D 2 in

Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano Sommerso Italian Art Glass Bunny Rabbit Figures

By Flavio Poli, Seguso Vetri d'Arte

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Free shipping worldwide! See details below description. Adorable set of Murano handblown

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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

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

Archimede Seguso Murano Amber Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Dove Birds Figures

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H 2.75 in W 6.5 in D 2 in

Archimede Seguso Murano Amber Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Dove Birds Figures

By Archimede Seguso

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful set of vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso amber and gold flecks art glass dove bird

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Archimede Seguso Murano Blue Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Dove Birds Figures

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H 3.25 in W 6 in D 2 in

Archimede Seguso Murano Blue Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Dove Birds Figures

By Archimede Seguso

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Free shipping worldwide! See details below description. Beautiful set of Murano handblown cobalt

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Archimede Seguso Murano Pink Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Dove Birds Figures

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H 3 in W 6 in D 2 in

Archimede Seguso Murano Pink Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Dove Birds Figures

By Archimede Seguso

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Free shipping worldwide! See details below description. Beautiful set of Murano hand blown pink

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Gold Leaf

Reserved For Anne - Murano Kitty Cat Figures

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H 7.13 in W 5 in D 2.75 in

Reserved For Anne - Murano Kitty Cat Figures

By Alfredo Barbini

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Cat 1 - Gorgeous Murano hand blown orange and gold flecks Italian art glass cat figurine or

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Gold Leaf

Matched Pair Vintage Italian Murano Scavo Glass Swan Figures Gino Cenedese

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H 12.75 in W 6 in D 4 in

Matched Pair Vintage Italian Murano Scavo Glass Swan Figures Gino Cenedese

By Gino Cenedese

Located in Wilton, CT

Large matched pair of vintage Gino Cenedese blue Murano Scavo glass swans, circa 1960's. Great

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Reserved for Sue - Opalescent Woman and Man Figures Holding Fruit and Fish

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H 11.25 in W 6.25 in D 3.25 in

Reserved for Sue - Opalescent Woman and Man Figures Holding Fruit and Fish

By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM)

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful set of Murano hand blown pink opalescent art glass Peasant Figures holding trays of fruit

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Gold Leaf

Pair of Sculptural Murano Glass Figures by Alfredo Barbini, circa 1950s

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H 11 in W 5.5 in D 3.75 in

Pair of Sculptural Murano Glass Figures by Alfredo Barbini, circa 1950s

By Alfredo Barbini

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

Exquisite pair of Murano glass figures by Alfredo Barbini. Girl is 11 inches tall, by 5.5 inches

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Archimede Seguso Group of Murano Glass Figures

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H 12 in W 4 in D 4 in

Archimede Seguso Group of Murano Glass Figures

By Archimede Seguso

Located in Phoenix, AZ

A fine and rare signed Archimede Seguso murano glass group of three figures. A signed group of

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Pair of Murano Cenedese Harlequin Costume Figures

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H 12 in W 5 in D 5 in

Pair of Murano Cenedese Harlequin Costume Figures

By Cenedese

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

Pair of vibrant color Murano twisted cane figures by Cenedese.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Pair of Murano Putti or Cherub Figures, circa 1940s

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H 9.5 in W 4.25 in D 4.25 in

Pair of Murano Putti or Cherub Figures, circa 1940s

By Ferro Toso

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A great pair of Murano cherub figures in iridescent glass with pasta accents and a pasta glass base.

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Alfredo Barbini Glass Bowl for Murano

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H 3.55 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in

Alfredo Barbini Glass Bowl for Murano

By Alfredo Barbini

Located in Flamborough, Bridlington, GB

became recognised as one of the leading figures in Murano glass during the 20th century. Measures

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

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Murano Venetian Green Glass Vase with Etched Classical Figures

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H 8 in Dm 6.125 in

Murano Venetian Green Glass Vase with Etched Classical Figures

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Beautiful Italian green glass vase engraved with five classically dressed figures.

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Italian Vases

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Mid-Century Murano White and Amber Icicle Chandelier

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H 39.38 in Dm 12.6 in

Mid-Century Murano White and Amber Icicle Chandelier

By Murano 5

Located in Hem, NL

Amber and white Murano glass icicles with icicle figures and snowdust textures attached to a tiered

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Pair of Wooden Mirrors with Murano Glass, Venice 18th Century, Venetian Rococò

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H 24.02 in W 12.21 in D 3.15 in

Pair of Wooden Mirrors with Murano Glass, Venice 18th Century, Venetian Rococò

Located in Varmo, IT

In wood and acid-etched Murano glass representing "Mythological figures". Electrified arms in sheet

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Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Rococo Wall Mirrors

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Murano Glass

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