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Large Luigi Onesto Murano Glass Bottle
By Luigi Onesto
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful 1970's large Murano bottle with stopper designed by Luigi Onesto, in vintage original
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles

Materials

Murano Glass

Luigi Onesto Murano Glass Bowl, Italy 1960s
By Luigi Onesto
Located in Naples, IT
Italian submerged Murano glass centerpiece in shades of blue, green, pink and transparent, designer
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Murano Glass

Luigi Onesto Murano Glass Bowl, Italy 1960s
Luigi Onesto Murano Glass Bowl, Italy 1960s
H 5.91 in W 7.88 in D 11.82 in
Italian Sommerso Murano Glass Vase by Luigi Onesto
By Luigi Onesto
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Beautiful Italian Sommerso murano glass vase by Luigi Onesto for Oball. In beautiful vintage
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Trio of Luigi Mellara Clear Murano Glass Candleholders
By Luigi Mellara
Located in North Miami, FL
A trio of clear Murano glass candle stick holders by Luigi Mellara Each one is hand blown with
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20th Century Italian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Murano Glass

Original Vintage Luigi Onesto Murano "Flame" Vase (Signed)
By Flavio Poli
Located in East Hampton, NY
Rich cranberry and yellow Murano glass vase signed to underside by Poli Murano.
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Animal Sculpture Decorative Object Murano Glass Luigi Mellara Midcentury 1970s
By Luigi Mellara
Located in Palermo, IT
Very rare sculpture raffigurant a futuristic dachshund dog made of submerged Murano glass in shades
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass, Sommerso

Luigi Onesto Murano Sommerso Glass Thick Walled Vase Signed 3.7kg
By Luigi Onesto
Located in Torquay, GB
Huge Murano sommerso glass vase by Luigi Onesto, circa 1950s. Unusual chunky and heavy glass vase
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass

italian Sommerso glass bowl by Luigi Onesto 1960 signed Murano glass mid century
By Luigi Onesto
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
intricate and highly coveted Sommerso technique! This breathtaking Murano glass bowl features an exquisite
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Sommerso

Luigi Onesto Signed Murano Heart Shaped Sommerso Art Glass Vase
By Atelier Oball, Luigi Onesto
Located in Barcelona, ES
Signed Murano Art Glass Heart Shaped Sommerso Vase, Luigi Onesto for Vetreria Artistica Oball
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

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

Luigi Onesto for Pauly Murano Art Glass Vase
By Pauly & Co., Luigi Onesto
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pretty art glass vase by Luigi Onesto for Pauly of Murano. It is quite heavy. It is signed on the
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Vintage 1980s Italian Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Italian Murano Glass Centerpiece by Alfredo Barbini
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Milan, Italy
Murano glass centerpiece designed and produced by Alfredo Barbini in 1970. Signed and with
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Murano Glass

Midcentury Amber Yellow "Sommerso" Murano Glass Italian Artistic Vase, 1970s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing midcentury amber yellow "Sommerso" Murano glass vase. This fantastic piece was created by
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Luigi Mellara Picasso Homage Italian Green Blu Murano Glass Face Vase Sculpture
By (after) Pablo Picasso, Luigi Mellara
Located in New York, NY
decorated as a Picassian face in blown Murano glass, worked with colored glass threads in relief in orange
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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

20th Century Lilac Italian Pair of Murano Glass Vases by Luigi Caccia Dominioni
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Murano glass in good condition. The tall vase and the round one were designed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Smoked Glass, Murano Glass

Midcentury Seguso "Sommerso" Amber Red Murano Glass Italian Centerpiece, 1970s
By Seguso
Located in Roma, IT
An incredible "sommerso" amber-red Murano glass bowl. This astonishing piece is attributed to
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass, Art Glass

Midcentury Cenedese Aquamarine and Amber Murano "Sommerso" Glass Bowl, 1960s
By Flavio Poli, Cenedese
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning midcentury aquamarine and amber Murano Glass Bowl. This fantastic piece was designed in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Postmodern Handmade Scavo Glass Bottle / Vase by Luigi Mellara, Italy
By Luigi Mellara
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
etched and blown clear glass cap. It is signed by Luigi Mellara. It is vintage and handmade, therefore it
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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Bottles

Materials

Murano Glass

Midcentury Red, Blue and Crystal Murano "Sommerso" Glass Italian Bowl, 1960
Located in Roma, IT
Midcentury red, blue and crystal Murano "Sommerso" glass bowl. This amazing piece was designed in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

1930 Vedar luigi Fontana Art Deco Murano Glass Ceiling Lamp
By Vedar - Vetri d'Arte, Luigi Fontana
Located in Brescia, IT
Art deco ceiling lamp Hand Painted frosted glass and silk cord Excellent condiction, just micro
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

Murano Ashtray or Bowl, Flavio Poli Submerged Glass Amber Blue, Italy, 1960
By Flavio Poli
Located in Roma, IT
Magnificent bowl or ashtray in Murano glass blue with amber shades. This fantastic item was
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass, Glass

Azucena Luigi Caccia Dominioni Brass Glass, 1950, Italy
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Milano, IT
Azucena Luigi Caccia Dominioni brass glass, 1950, Italy.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Flavio Poli White, Amber and Blue "Submerged" Murano Glass Italian Bowl, 1970s
By Flavio Poli
Located in Roma, IT
Incredible midcentury Murano art glass white with two pockets in blue and dark amber. This
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Etched Murano Glass Mirrored Tray by Ercole Barovier, Italy, 1960s
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Murano glass rope that is embedded with clear gold flakes. Done in the style of Luigi Brusotti and Gio
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Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Serving Pieces

Materials

Mirror, Murano Glass, Wood

Centerpiece Plate, Design by Vittorio Zecchin in Blown Murano Glass, 1940s
By Vittorio Zecchin
Located in Torino, IT
Italian artist. Son of a Murano glass technician, Luigi, he graduated from the Academy of Fine Arts in
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Vintage 1940s Italian Other Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Luigi Benzoni Titled Volta Glass Sculpture
By Luigi Benzoni, Unico edizioni
Located in Chicago, IL
Luigi Benzoni titled "Volta" Glass Sculpture, with gold leaf details. Benzoni, born in 1956 in
Category

Early 2000s Italian Post-Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Murano Sommerso Geometric Blue Art Glass Cigarette or Cocktail Pick Holder
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Gorgeous example of Sommerso technique developed in the 1930's by Murano glass workers. This
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Mid-20th Century Italian Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Centerpiece Plate, Design by Vittorio Zecchin in Blown Murano Glass, 1940s
By Vittorio Zecchin
Located in Torino, IT
Large centerpiece plate, design Vittorio Zecchin (1878-1947) in blown Murano glass. Origin
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Vintage 1940s Italian Other Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Toni Zuccheri White "Ninfea" Bowl, Venini, Murano, 1960
By Toni Zuccheri
Located in Dronten, NL
Design Gallery in 2008 for the exhibition "Murano a Go-Go". Photographed in different light conditions to
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Jar Murano, 1930, Italian. Attributed to Carlo Scarpa
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Murano Attributed to Carlo Scarpa Carlo Scarpa Scarpa was born in Venice. Much of his early
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Barbini Murano Glass Olive Green / Yellow Ochre Heart Shaped Bowl Ash Tray Dish
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Soquel, CA
Elegant heart shaped two toned Murano glass bowl, with a transparent olive green/yellow ochre outer
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Italian Murano Vase by Luigi Onesto for Oggetti c 1970's
By Oggetti, Luigi Onesto
Located in New York, NY
Chic Post Modern - Mid Century Modern art glass vase designed by Luigi Onesto for Oggetti, made in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Three Murano Flush Mounts / Wall Sconces by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Set of three wall or ceiling lights by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, Model LSP6 "Tommy
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Murano, Italian, Attributed to, Seguso, 1930
By Barovier Seguso & Ferro
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Murano We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

Murano, 1940 . Attributed to Seguso - Barovier, Italian
By Barovier Seguso & Ferro
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Murano Attributed to Seguso - Barovier We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art
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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Centerpieces

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano, 1930, Italian, Attributed to Paolo Venini
By Paolo Venini
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Venini & C. on the islands of Murano, the historic glass production centre in the lagoon of Venice, Italy
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

Murano, 1940, Italian. Attributed to Archimide Seguso, Barovier
By Barovier Seguso & Ferro
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Murano with gold Attributed to Seguso - Barovier We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and
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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Centerpieces

Materials

Gold

Murano, 1930, Italian, Attributed to Paolo Venini-Seguso
By Paolo Venini
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Luigi Ceresa and Emilio Hochs as investors, they arranged to purchase the recently closed Murano glass
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano, 1930, Italian, Attributed to Paolo Venini-Seguso
By Paolo Venini
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Luigi Ceresa and Emilio Hochs as investors, they arranged to purchase the recently closed Murano glass
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Ducks Murano, 1940, Italian, Attributed to Seguso, Barovier
By Barovier Seguso & Ferro
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Murano with gold We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles
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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Centerpieces

Materials

Gold

Murano, 1930, Attributed to Paolo Venini Technique Pelegoso, italy
By Paolo Venini
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Luigi Ceresa and Emilio Hochs as investors, they arranged to purchase the recently closed Murano glass
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano, 1930, Italian. Attributed to Paolo Venini Technique Pelegoso
By Paolo Venini
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Luigi Ceresa and Emilio Hochs as investors, they arranged to purchase the recently closed Murano glass
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Italian Bar or Sideboard from the 1940s to Luigi Brusotti Vintage
By Luigi Brusotti
Located in Lyon, FR
maple front and joints entirely covered with black Murano glass tiles. Two side doors open onto an
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Murano Glass, Wood

Murano, 1930, Italian, Attributed to Paolo Venini Technique Pelegoso
By Paolo Venini
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Luigi Ceresa and Emilio Hochs as investors, they arranged to purchase the recently closed Murano glass
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano and gold, Italian, Attributed to, Seguso Barovier, 1930
By Barovier Seguso & Ferro
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Murano We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Gold

Pair of Murano Glass Lamps by Mazzega, Italy, 1980s
By Mazzega
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Mid-Century Modern Space Age pair of table bedside or lamps in blown Murano glass. Artisanal work
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Italian Mid-Century Sideboard Cabinet Bar with Mirror by Luigi Brusotti, 1940s
By Luigi Brusotti
Located in Traversetolo, IT
by precious opaline Murano glass. The tiles are divided separated by maple wood strips. The doors
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Mirror, Murano Glass, Maple

Luigi Onesto for Oggetti Vase
By Oggetti, Luigi Onesto
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pretty signed sommerso Italian Murano vase. Signed Onesto and with an Oggetti label. In good
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Vintage 1980s Italian Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Luigi Onesto for Oggetti Vase
Luigi Onesto for Oggetti Vase
H 8.25 in W 8 in D 6 in
Pair of Sconces Murano Glass LP245 by Mazzega, Italy, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
the Mazzega catalogue. Blown Murano glass and white lacquered metal. Famous manufacture like Venini
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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Floor Mirror with Coat Hangers by Pier Luigi Colli, 1950
By Pier Luigi Colli
Located in taranto, IT
Wonderful and huge floor mirror made by Pier Luigi Colli, about 1950, made in wood with pink murano
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Mirrors and Full-Lengt...

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Murano Glass, Wood

Space Age Metal Murano Glass Bubble Lamp by Mazzega, Italy, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Tall model of Mid-Century Modern Space Age bubble table lamp in metal, and smoke white murano glass
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Brass Reed Floor Lamp Murano Glass by Mazzega, Italy, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Mid-Century Modern Space Age Brass Reed floor lamp, blown white smoke murano glass tube shades by
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Reed Floor Lamp Murano Glass Metal by Mazzega, Italy, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Mid-Century Modern Space Age Reed floor lamp chrome metal, blown murano glass shade by the italian
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Murano Crystal & Polychrome Bowl Signed "Vedar"
By Vedar - Vetri d'Arte
Located in Hanover, MA
" founded by Luigi Fontana. This glass work was created between 1925 and 1933. Murano crystal
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Early 20th Century Italian Crystal Serveware

Floor Lamp Attribuited to Azucena Design Luigi Caccia Dominioni, 1960s
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in taranto, IT
design by luigi caccia dominioni or ignazio gardella  It is one of the first examples of lamps of the
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Vintage 1960s Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Luigi i Murano Glass Suspension Pendant Light by Borek Sipek for Driade, Italy
By B. Sipek, Driade
Located in Lisse, NL
apart. This aesthetically pleasing and very rare design, blown glass pendant is in excellent condition
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Vintage 1980s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Italian Black & White Blown Solid Murano Glass Modern Penguin Sculpture
By Luigi Moro, Vetrerie Riunite Colleoni
Located in New York, NY
A modern Venetian penguin Art sculpture in blown Murano glass, a very cute realistic representation
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Art Glass

Luigi Caccia Dominioni Ceiling Light LS10, Azucena, Italy, 1967
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in London, GB
exemplar of Dominioni’s design principles. Its finessed, orb-shaped blown Murano glass lampshades are
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Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena Lp13 Sconces
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
in 1960s. Murano glass, patinated aluminum glass holder, brass. Complimentary US rewiring upon
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Aluminum, Steel

Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena Italian Ceiling Pendant, 1960s
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Milan, IT
and a sphere of Murano hand blown opalescent, frosted glass Italian pendant. .Good condition, no
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Italian Hallway Mirror by Pier Luigi Colli
By Pier Luigi Colli
Located in Weesp, NL
and lighting which included Seguso Murano Glass. Colli furniture uniquely combined materials such as
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Mirrors and Full-Length M...

Materials

Brass

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Luigi Murano Glass For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of luigi murano glass for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, murano glass and metal. If you’re shopping for an item from our selection of luigi murano glass, we have 372 options in-stock, while there are 5 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each choice in our collection of luigi murano glass bearing mid-century modern, modern or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one object in our assortment of luigi murano glass that is appealing in its simplicity, but Mazzega Murano, Luigi Caccia Dominioni and Luigi Onesto produced versions that are worth a look.

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Questions About Luigi 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, 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 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 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 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 ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    How much Murano glass is worth depends on the size as well as on other factors. New Murano glass necklaces may cost up to $35 depending on the number of beads — a vintage Murano glass necklace may garner considerably more money — whereas a vase made of Murano glass can cost a few thousand dollars. Antique Murano art glass can fetch thousands of dollars at auction depending on the brand, the history of the piece, the technique used to design the piece and more. Find a collection of antique and vintage Murano glass jewelry and decorative objects 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.
  • 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 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.