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Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Scone
By Murano 5
Located in Palermo, PA
Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano Art Glass light. It can be mounted both in the ceiling or on the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal
Very Rare Midcentury Chandelier, Murano Glass, Italy, 1960s
By Mazzega
Located in Praha, CZ
- very nice style of lighting
- rare type
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
Rare Large Murano Glass Chandelier by Mazzega, 1960s
By Mazzega
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A rare, large mid-century Murano glass pendant by Mazzega, Italy, circa 1960s.
Socket: 3 x e 14
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Very Rare MidCentury Modern Design Murano Glass Art Pendant 3 Spot Light Fixture
By Gaetano Sciolari, Murano 5
Located in Lisse, NL
very rare design Murano glass pendant is in excellent condition. This timeless piece of lighting art is
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Chrome
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H 28 in Dm 16.5 in
Elegant and Rare Set of Six Murano Sconces Design by Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful and rare set of six hands blown Murano glass design by the iconic Mazzega, we rewired
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Very Large and Rare Pair of Handblown Murano Glass by Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Los Angeles, CA
very large pair of Murano glass sconces, these sizes are quite rare and very impressive in person.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Glass
Large Vintage Murano Vase in pink Mouth Blown Art Glass, Italian Design, 1980s
By Cose Belle Cose Rare
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Large vintage Murano glass vase in a beautiful rose pink shade. Mouth-blown in a round shape with
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Rare Top Quality Murano Vintage Chandelier, 26 Pink Glasses Tube
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel-plated metal structure. The armor polished
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Gorgeous Pair Large Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano Glass Art Pendant Lights
By Murano 5
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful "designer's dream" pair of mouth blown, glass art chandeliers.
These elegant Murano
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
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H 29 in Dm 19.8 in
Pair of Murano Sconces with a Rare Design by Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Los Angeles, CA
own design
A rare design by the iconic designer Mazzega, on the picture it is missing the back plate
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Rare Glass Chandelier by Rosanna Toso for Andromeda Murano, 1998
By Andromeda Murano, Rosanna Toso
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A wonderful, highest - quality six-light Murano glass chandelier in blue and gold, designed by
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Carlo Nason for Mazzega Rare Murano Glass Sconces, Italy, 1970s
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in Naples, IT
elements in transparent textured murano glass in the shape of a flower petal, the elements are hung on the
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Rare Large Pair 1970's Murano Cascade for Carlo Nelson Design by Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Los Angeles, CA
What a magnificent pair of large hands blown Murano glass lights, design by the iconic MAZZEGA ,the
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Rare Opaline Murano Glass Chandelier Attr. to Carlo Nason for Mazzega, 1960s
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
An extraordinary and very rare midcentury Murano glass pendant attributed to Carlo Nason for
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass, Chrome
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H 28.35 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in
Large Sommerso Murano Glass Vase, Mid-Century Modern
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid-Century Modern large Murano glass vase.
Beautiful and rare vase with oval shaped sides and
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Avem Bowl Glass Murano Italian Design, 1950s Multicolor Toso Martens
By Murano 5
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Avem bowl glass Murano Italian design, 1950s multicolor Toso Martens Stile. Colors very particular
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Murano Glass
Mazzega Murano Vintage Fused Amber, Orange and Clear Glass Wall Sconces Set Six
By Mazzega
Located in North Miami, FL
These amazing and beautiful set of six vintage Italian sculptural wall sconces of Murano glass by
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
Beautiful and Rare Murano Sommerso Apple by Alfredo Barbini
By Alfredo Barbini, Murano 5
Located in San Diego, CA
Delicious and beautiful mouth-blown glass apple, Made in Italy circa 1960s with a colorful orange center in excellent condition no chips or cracks.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
Vintage Murano Glass Vessel with Stopper
By Murano 5
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Vintage hand blown white glass vessel with stopper. A rare find of 4 midcentury Murano glass
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Vetri Murano, a Rare Italian Mid-Century White Opaque Glass Mushroom Lamp
By Murano 5
Located in London, GB
Vetri Murano. A rare Italian midcentury white opaque glass mushroom lamp.
Marked 'vetro eseguito
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Pair of Murano Glass Mid-Century Modern Chain Link Chandeliers
By Barovier, Venini, Seguso, Mazzega, Vistosi
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Murano glass Mid-Century Modern chain link chandeliers.
Stunning rare pair of Italian Mid
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Murano Glass Sconces by Mazzega - a pair
By Mazzega
Located in Dallas, TX
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The Murano sconces are professionally rewired for the US. Create a warm glow of light when lit.
A rare
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Nickel
Mid Century Murano Pink Glass Chandelier, Italie 1960s
By Laguna Murano
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Midcentury Murano pink glass chandelier, Italie 1960s.
rare pink colour. rewired.
will be
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Bowl with Red and Gold Accents
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A spectacular Murano bowl - rare and desirable, this piece has a large red center with accents of
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Gold
Rare Murano Table Lamp 'Numerati' Nason Mazzega, 1970s
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Plush and rare 70s table or floor lamp from the legendary series 'Numerati' by Carlo Nason for
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
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Murano Glass
1970s Modernist Transparent Murano Glass Ashtray by Formia
By Formia Murano
Located in Aci Castello, IT
An extremely rare Murano glass ashtray designed and manufactured by Formia, it's a block of
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid-Century Murano Vase by Sommerso Murano, Italy circa 1960/70
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
the very fancy shape makes this pretty solid vase a highly decorative and rare masterpiece of Murano
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Mouthblown Venetian & Murano Marked Glass into Metal Frame Pendant Light
By Murano 5
Located in Lisse, NL
metal chain and hand-hammered canopy and also a stylish 'rosette' at the bottom. The Murano sticker is
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
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H 28.3 in Dm 8.85 in
Pair of Green and Gold Cornucopia Murano Glass Cups Italy 1960s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
Rare and marvelous pair of green and gold Cornucopia Murano glass cups, Italy, 1960s.
These
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Gold
Rare Murano Art Glass Apple Shaped Table Lamp
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Toronto, ON
Spectacular Murano Art Glass Table Lamp in the shape of an apple. This rare lamp has a classic
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Art Glass
Rare large Venini Murano chandelier Trilobo
By Venini
Located in SON EN BREUGEL, NL
A very beautiful Murano chandelier 'Trilobo' by Venini.
With 5 lights.
Decorated with transparent
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
Chandelier Murano Glass and Metal by Aldo Nason for Mazzega, Italy, 1970s
By Aldo Nason, Mazzega
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Rare Mid-Century Modern space age metal chrome version of chandelier ceiling pendant lightning
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
H 33.47 in W 22.45 in D 22.45 in
1970 Vintage Italian Mazzega Nickel Crystal Orange Yellow Murano Drum Chandelier
By Mazzega
Located in New York, NY
A rare Italian Design Mid-Century Modern chandelier by Mazzega, the nickel structure has a
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
H 33 in W 21 in D 19.75 in
Good Size and Exceptional Design Italian Murano Glass Art Table Lamp, 1980s
By Lavorazione Arte Murano
Located in Lisse, NL
our images is not included in this listing. This rare table light is wired to the highest standard for
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Brass
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H 9.5 in Dm 6 in
Italian Midcentury Murano Glass and Nickel Mazzega Chandelier by Carlo Nason 70s
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Magnificent, original vintage chandelier designed from Carlo Nason and manufactured in Murano from
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
H 30.71 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Original Italian 1950s jug with 5 cups with souvenir motif, Murano glass
By Laguna Murano
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Very rare Italien Murano Barset - the set is including 1 jug with with stirrer and 5 glasses with
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware
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Murano Glass
Rare and Elegant Transparent and Gold Hexagonal Murano Glass Vase by Cenedese
By Cenedese
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s.
This rare and elegant vase by Cenedese is made in thin turned Murano glass
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Gold Leaf
Rare Murano Glass Table Lamp 'I Numerati' Nason Mazzega, 1970s
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Illuminate your space with the allure of vintage 70s lamps, embodied in this plush and rare ‘I
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Chandelier Murano Glass and Metal by Aldo Nason for Mazzega, Italy, 1970s
By Aldo Nason, Mazzega
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Rare Mid-Century Modern space age metal chrome version of chandelier ceiling pendant lightning lamp
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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome, Metal
H 59.06 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in
Italian Vintage Murano Chandelier, Mazzega, 24 "Rondini" Glass
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Rare Italian vintage Murano chandelier. The fixture is made up of 24 individual hand blown glass
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Italian vintage Murano chandelier - Mazzega - 23 "rondini" crystal glass
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Rare Italian vintage Murano chandelier. The fixture is made up of 23 individual handblown
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
1950s "Calcedonio" Murano Glass Mid Century Rare Vase
Located in Brescia, IT
"Calcedonio" Murano Glass Vase
Italy, 1950
Rare Vase
Excellent condiction
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Formia 2001 Italian Black Murano Glass Bottle with Dog Head Stopper
By Formia Murano
Located in New York, NY
Extraordinary object d'Art with big size, an exceptional rare canopic jar by Formia in blown Murano
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Bottles
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Italian Vintage Murano Chandelier - Mazzega - 41 "Rondini" Crystal Glass
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Rare Italian vintage Murano chandelier. The fixture is made up of 41 individual handblown
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
Murano Vase signed Zecchin rare
Located in Montecchio Precalcino, VI
Incamiciato Murano glass vase made by master glassmaker Zecchin.
It bears the signature engraved on
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
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Art Glass
Anzolo Fuga Rare Handblown Hourglass Vase, circa 1960
By Murano 5, Anzolo Fuga
Located in New York, NY
A.VE.M. (Arte Vetraria Muranese), Murano, Italy, circa 1960.
Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Anzolo Fuga
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
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Murano Glass, Murrine
Small Faceted Vase Sommerso Tricolore Murano Glass, 1970s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Paris, IDF
Beautiful tricolore Sommerso block vase Murano glass made in the 1970s. This small vase has a rare
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
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Murano Glass
Yellow and White Italian Midcentury Murano Glass Pendant Lamp in Rare Design
Located in München, DE
Beautiful yellow and white Italian midcentury Murano glass pendant lamp
in rare design with a
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
Murano Glass Flush Mount by Venini or Mazzega, circa 1960s
By Venini, Mazzega
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Rare mid-century amber noodle Murano glass flush mount by Venini or Mazzega, Italy, circa 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Large three-Tier Venini Murano Glass Tube Chandelier - etched glass
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel-plated metal structure. The armor polished
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Rare Anzolo Fuga 'Spots' Vase, Murano, 1950s
By Anzolo Fuga, A.VE.M
Located in Vienna, AT
'lattimo' glass, 'zanfirico' rods and multicolor spots with clear casing.
Literatur: Anzolo Fuga, Murano
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
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Murano Glass
Rare Murano Glass "Light Blue" Bowl Element Shell Ashtray Murano, Italy, 1970s
By Flavio Poli, Alessandro Mandruzzato
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Murano glass bowl, ashtray element
Origin:
Murano, Italy
Decade:
1970s
This
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
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Murano Glass
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H 2.37 in W 5.01 in D 5.4 in
Mid century Modern Mazzega Ceiling Lamp
By Mazzega
Located in Weesp, NL
Mazzega Mid Century Modern ceiling lamp.
Rare Mazzega ceiling lamp from the 1970s made of
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Large and rare white Murano glass pendant lamp by Massimo Vignelli for Venini
By Massimo Vignelli, Venini
Located in Steenwijk, NL
. It was made in 2 sizes with a height of 35 cm and 51 cm. This lamp is the large and more rare version
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Glass, Murano Glass
Rare Murano Glass "Light Blue" Bowl Element Shell Ashtray Murano, Italy, 1970s
By Flavio Poli, Alessandro Mandruzzato
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Murano glass bowl, ashtray element
Origin:
Murano, Italy
Decade:
1970s
This
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
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Murano Glass
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H 2.45 in W 5.79 in D 4.73 in
Rare Large Murano Glass Magazine Rack by Toni Zuccheri for VeArt Murano, 1970s
By Toni Zuccheri, VeArt
Located in Brescia , Brescia
Elevate your home decor with this stunning and rare Murano glass magazine holder, designed by Toni
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Murano Glass
H 11.82 in Dm 16.54 in
Rare Murano Glass "Light Blue" Bowl Element Shell Ashtray Murano, Italy, 1970s
By Flavio Poli, Alessandro Mandruzzato
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Murano glass bowl, ashtray element
Origin:
Murano, Italy
Decade:
1970s
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
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Murano Glass
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H 2.56 in W 4.53 in D 4.53 in
Pair of Rich Venetian Wall Sconces, Venice, Murano, circa 1960
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Rijssen, NL
A truly rare and outstanding pair of wall lights, the lights are handmade in ribbed and curled
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Angelo Brotto, Rare Large Murano glass and brass chandelier by Esperia, Italy 19
By Esperia
Located in Catania, CT
Very rare Murano glass and brass chandelier designed by Angelo Brotto for Esperia and produced in
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
H 34.65 in Dm 15.75 in
Venini Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano Glass and Brass Chandelier, 1950s
By Venini
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Rare example of a Murano glass and brass chandelier, produced by Venini in the 1950s. Twenty-two
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
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Modern And Rare Murano For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic modern and rare murano available at 1stDibs. A modern and rare murano — often made from glass, murano glass and metal — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a modern and rare murano, we have 252 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer modern and rare murano, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A modern and rare murano is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern and Modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made modern and rare murano over the years, but those crafted by Doria Leuchten Germany, Venini and Mazzega Murano are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Modern And Rare Murano?
Prices for a modern and rare murano start at $1 and top out at $109,451 with the average selling for $3,003.
A Close Look at mid-century-modern Furniture
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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