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Midcentury Murano Glass Vase
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1960 We offer this rare elegant and vintage hand blown glass vase was created in Italy. The
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
Midcentury Murano Glass Centerpiece
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1960 We offer this rare elegant and vintage hand blown glass centerpiece was created in Italy
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
Midcentury Small Murano Glass Bowl
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Stunning colored in two shades of purple small Murano glass bowl in a beautiful stylish shape.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid-century Modern Murano Glass Bowl
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Stunning green, blue and orange colored Murano glass bowl in a beautiful shape.
Good condition
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Style Glass Ashtray
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-century ashtray features a square thick clear glass body with a reddish orange swirl throughout
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Mid-century Modern Murano Glass Bowl
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Stunning green and amber colored Murano glass bowl in a beautiful shape.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid-Century Small Murano Glass Vase
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Charming and beautiful colored Murano glass vase for one flower.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
20th Century Italian Murano Artistic Glass Red Tall Vase, 1960s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Refined Italian tall vase in Murano art glass, 1960s. This vase is characterized by a particular
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
$1,433 Sale Price
20% Off
H 16.54 in Dm 9.85 in
Murano Glass Duck Murano Italy Vintage 1950s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Venetian hand-blown glass duck sculpture
made on the island of Murano, around the 1950s.
The green
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Crystal
Mid Century Modern Murano Glass Ashtray in green Glass Italy 1960s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Palermo, PA
This vintage Murano ashtray is a unique find for collectors and lovers of Italian glass. Made from
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
$1,061
H 2.76 in W 6.7 in D 8.27 in
Bar in Bronze, Murano, Mirror and Glass Style: Art Deco, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Amazing Bar
Materials: bronze, mirror, murano and glass
Style: Art Deco
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Bronze
$12,500
H 34.26 in W 28.35 in D 17.72 in
Mid Century Modern Murano Glass Ashtray in Purple Glass Italy 1960s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Palermo, PA
. Crafted in thick, heavy glass, it reflects the high-quality craftsmanship that Murano is celebrated for
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Italian Ribbon Trailed Hand-Blown Art Glass Jug
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very finely made Murano Venetian hand-blown glass ribbon pattern jug dating from the latter 20th
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid-Century Large Murano Glass Fruit Bowl
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Stunning colored Murano glass fruit bowl in a beautiful shape.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
Large and Shapely Pair of Murano Butter-Cream Cased Glass Vases
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in San Francisco, CA
A large and shapely pair of Murano 1970s butter-cream cased glass vases; each tall vase with long
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Glass
Materials
Glass
$2,200 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 19.5 in Dm 10 in
Murano Vetro Rugiadoso Glass Pitcher with Chiller
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Murano Vetro Rugiadoso glass pitcher with chiller
A tall and graceful all-over textured clear
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers
Materials
Murano Glass
Green Sommerso Murano Glass Decanter With Stopper.
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Chicago, IL
Italian hand blown Murano Sommerso green glass decanter.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
1960's Flavio Poli Murano Sommerso Glass Ashtray / Bowl
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Bern, CH
1960's blown glass ashtray. Designed by Flavio Poli in Murano Sommerso Glass. Made in Italy. A
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
Beautiful green Color Murano Glass Bowl or Ashtray Italy 1970s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Palermo, PA
A gorgeous hand blown Murano glass piece from the 1970s in a deep grass green color with thick
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
Thick Mouth Blown Sommerso Art Glass Ashtray by Murano Glass
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in San Diego, CA
Thick mouth blown sommerso art glass ashtray by Murano Glass, circa the 1970s. The piece is in
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Blown Glass
1970's Postmodern Biomorphic Sommerso Murano Glass Bowl or Ashtray
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This 1970s postmodern biomorphic Murano glass bowl or ashtray captivates with its fluid form and
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
$1,650 Sale Price
40% Off
H 2.5 in W 8 in D 5.13 in
Set Italian Venetian Murano Glass Cobalt Blue Sherbet Bowls, 1960s, Italy Venice
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
/ sherbet cups and a large serving bowl. Perfect hand blown cobalt blue and clear Murano glass to enhance
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
$490 / set
H 7.5 in Dm 9 in
Large Murano Art Glass Charger and Bowl. Red and Black
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Kansas City, MO
Red and Black swirl Murano hand blown art glass bowl and charger. Mint Condition
Plate 21.75
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Art Glass
1970s Vintage Italian Murano Venini Venetian Art Glass Ice Bucket Blue and White
By Murano Glass Sommerso, Venini
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
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handcrafted Italian Murano Venini venetian art glass ice bucket .
This is a delicate blown Murano art glass
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Barware
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$450
H 5.5 in Dm 5.3 in
Mid Century Murano Glass Centerpiece/ Bowl, Pink/ Purple/ Blue, IT ca. 1960
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Lovely mid century Murano glass bowl/ centerpiece from the world renowned Sommerso workshops in
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
20th Century Murano Glass Centerpiece/ Bowl, Red/ Amber Colored, IT ca. 1970
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Very decorative, large Murano glass centerpiece/ bowl/ plate out the renowed workshops of Sommerso
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
$850
H 3.35 in Dm 15.35 in
Vintage Large Italian Murano Art Glass Clown Decanter Bottle
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Large Hand Blown Italian Murano Glass Clown Decanter Bottle 13.5” .
Amazing colorful hand
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Art Glass
1960s Art Glass Two Green High Ball Glasses Cocktail Drinkware Style Murano
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Art Glass two green high ball glasses cocktail drinkware
Measures: 3.13 tall x 3.38 diameter
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Art Glass
Beautiful Brutalist Murano Sommerso Glass Cigar Ashtray, Vintage, Italy, 1970s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous large heavy hand blown Murano art glass piece. A beautiful brutalist and organic ashtray
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Art Glass
$290
H 2.13 in W 5.13 in D 5.13 in
Beautiful Brutalist Murano Sommerso Glass Cigar Ashtray, Vintage, Italy, 1970s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous large heavy hand blown Murano art glass piece. A beautiful brutalist and organic ashtray
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Art Glass
$280
H 2.25 in W 5.63 in D 5.5 in
Glass Sommerso Ashtray from MUrano Italy. 1950 - 1959
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in CADALSO, ES
Great condition and colours
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Blown Glass
Pair of Multicolored Murano Goblets/Glasses with "Fazzoletto" Base
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Pasadena, TX
Pair of multicolored Murano Goblets/Glasses with "Fazzoletto" base
Pair includes both glasses
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Beautiful Brutalist Murano Sommerso Glass Cigar Ashtray, Vintage, Italy, 1970s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous large heavy hand blown Murano art glass piece. A beautiful brutalist and organic ashtray
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Art Glass
$320
H 2.75 in W 6.5 in D 5.25 in
1950s Murano Art Glass Ashtray Pair Controlled Bubble Italy
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a pair (set of two.) of murano art glass bowls ashtray trinket
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Art Glass
Hand Blown Multicolor Murano Style Art Glass Jug Pitcher and Glasses
By Murano 5
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Hand Blown Multicolor Italian Murano Style Art Glass Jug Pitcher and Glasses.
Post Modern Pitcher
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Barware
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Petite Murano Sommerso Glass Open Salt or Toothpick Stand, Vintage, Italy, 1970s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous hand blown Murano art glass piece. A beautiful minimalist ashtray, Venice, Murano, Italy
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Art Glass
$120
H 2.25 in W 3.25 in D 2.5 in
Murano Glass, Clear Gold and Color, 1970s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Vienna, AT
Italian handcrafted chalice in clear, gold, red and blue glass. The stem is cutted and decorated
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass, Clear Gold and Color, 1970s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Vienna, AT
Italian handcrafted chalice in clear, gold, white and blue glass. The stem is cutted and decorated
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass, Clear Gold and Color, 1970s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Vienna, AT
Italian handcrafted chalice in clear, gold, amber and red glass. The stem is cutted and decorated
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
1950s Italian Murano Bright Rose Pink Gold Art Glass Serving Set
By Murano 5
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Eye-catching bright fuchsia pink striped set of Venetian Murano mouthblown art glass serveware
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
1960's Flavio Poli ashtray in Murano Sommerso Glass
By Flavio Poli, Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Bern, CH
1960s stunning cobalt blue ashtray / decorative item.
Designed by Flavio Poli in Murano Sommerso
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
18th Century Italian Murano Clear Glass and Blue Trimmed Blown Glass Bottles
By Lavorazione Arte Murano
Located in Firenze, IT
This wonderful antique late 18th century (1780 circa) Murano blown clear glass set of four lidded
Category
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Glass
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass
$2,269 / item
H 6.3 in Dm 7.88 in
1930s Murano Glass wine cooler in Deep Purple with Hand-Painted 925 Silver
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Palermo, PA
This stunning Murano glass ice bucket from the 1930s is a true masterpiece of craftsmanship and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wine Coolers
Materials
Metal, Silver
$1,906
H 9.06 in Dm 7.49 in
Large Mid Century Modern Archimede Seguso Murano Centerpiece Bowl
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Soquel, CA
large Murano pulled glass Sommerso bowl of blue, clear and peach tones would be perfect as a centerpiece
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Murano Italian Luigi Mandruzzato Brown Facet Cut Art Glass Vase 1960s
By Murano Glass Sommerso, Mandruzzato
Located in Den Haag, NL
A stunning Italian Murano sommerso Brown vase with by Luigi Mandruzzato dating from the 20th
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Art Glass
$644
H 5.91 in W 3.15 in D 3.15 in
Murano Art Glass Apple and Pear, Hand Blown, Blue, Purple, Excellent Condition
By Murano Glass Sommerso, Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kansas City, MO
Murano art glass apple and pear Sommerso blue and purple designed by Alfredo Barbini. Both have two
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Art Glass
$785 / set
H 6 in W 4 in D 4 in
Vintage Drinking Murano Crystal Glasses Set of 4
By Murano 5
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Post Modern Murano drinking glasses set of 4.
This set of four glasses boasts exquisite
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Barware
Materials
Crystal
Mid-Century Modern Blown Murano Glass Plate in Green and Blue, Italy
By Murano 5
Located in Miami, FL
This is a unique blown Murano glass fruit plate in green and blue.
No signature found.
A-649-335
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
Midcentury Green Art Murano Glass Italian Vase Attributed to F.lli Toso, 1950s
By Murano Glass Sommerso, Fratelli Toso
Located in Roma, IT
Large submerged Murano art crystal and green glass vase. This wonderful item was produced during
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
$1,073
H 20.08 in W 3.94 in D 12.6 in
Pair of Green and Pink Amorphic Botanical Floral Murano Glass Dishes
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Pair of vintage 1960s emerald green and blush pink Murano glass dishes. The seemingly amorphic
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
$495 / set
H 2.75 in W 10 in D 10.25 in
Murano Glass, Clear and Color, 1970s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Vienna, AT
Italian handcrafted chalice in clear, amber and green glass.
The base is decorated with cutted
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass
Pair of Very Intense Red Murano Sommerso Silver Flecks Ruffled Edge Bowls
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Verviers, BE
Pair of 1950s red/silver Murano Sommerso silver flecks ruffled edge bowls, made in Italy.
With
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Blue and Clear Hand Blown Murano Dish
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage hand blown blue & clear Murano glass dish. A great accent piece or bookshelf decor.
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Blown Glass
Murano Glass Accessories
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Flavio Poli attributed glass objects - produced by Seguso, Murano
Italy, 1960's
Red and Yellow
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Ashtrays
Materials
Glass
Blue Chalice with Murano Glass and 24-Carat Gold, 1980s, Italy
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
Italian blue chalice with Murano glass and 24-carat gold, 1980s.
This elegant Venetian chalice was
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Glass
Materials
Gold
Murano Cenedese Vetri Italian Wine Glasses Set of 6
By Cenedese, Murano 5
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
This image shows a set of Murano Cenedese Vetri wine glasses made in Italy. These are likely made
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Cenedese Vetri Italian Wine Glasses Set of 6
By Murano 5, Cenedese
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
This image shows a set of Murano Cenedese Vetri wine glasses made in Italy. These are likely made
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Seguso Sommerso Murano Art Glass Triangular Bowl or Ashtray, Italy 1960s
By Murano Glass Sommerso, Seguso
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Seguso Mid-Century Modern Sommerso Murano Glass Ashtray, Italy 1960s.
Sculptural Murano Art Glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
$495
H 2.5 in W 9 in D 8.5 in
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Murano And Glasses For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of murano and glasses available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct murano and glasses — often made from glass, murano glass and metal — can elevate any home. Find 68855 antique and vintage murano and glasses at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 9315 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Murano and glasses have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of murano and glasses to choose from, but at 1stDibs, mid-century modern, modern and Art Deco murano and glasses are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made murano and glasses over the years, but those made by Venini, Barovier&Toso and Mazzega Murano are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Murano And Glasses?
Prices for murano and glasses can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, murano and glasses begin at $1 and can go as high as $1,500,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,489.
Questions About Murano And Glasses
- What is Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Murano 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.
- How can I identify Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano 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.
- Can Murano glass be clear?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Although 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.
- Is Murano glass valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Whether 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Yes, 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023It 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.
- Does Murano glass have markings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024How 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Murano 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Authentic Murano glass often, but not always, includes labels with the name of the workshop, the signature of the glass master and a certificate of authenticity. To best determine if a Murano glass is authentic, look up the location of the factory found on the label. All authentic Murano glass is produced in Venice or Murano. Always purchase Murano glass from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Browse a selection of authentic Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano glass, from the Venetian island of Murano, is world-renowned for excellent craftsmanship and a wide variety of colors and decorations. The glassmakers of Murano use methods honed over centuries to create rich colors and designs by mixing different minerals during the process. Many examples contain gold and silver flecks inside the glass. You’ll find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024Murano glass comes from Murano, an island located in the Venetian Lagoon to the north of Venice, Italy. Many people mistake the name Murano for that of a brand or company, but the term actually applies to glassware produced by a variety of makers. Fratelli Toso, Umberto Bellotto, the Salviati family, Ercole Barovier, Carlo Scarpa, Paolo Venini and Alfredo Barbini are just some of the glassblowers known for producing Murano glass. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Murano glass.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021There is no real difference between Venetian glass and Murano glass. While both Venetian glass and Murano glass come from Murano Island, Venice is a more popular location than Murano, hence it is called widely as Venetian glass. You can use both search terms to find the best piece for you on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano glass is highly-coveted due to the glassblowing processes used to create each piece. Murano glass is known for its vivid color, handcrafted in Murano and Venice and a favorite among collectors and home interior decor enthusiasts. Browse a wide array of Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if a bird sculpture is made of Murano glass, professionals recommend having an antiques dealer or Murano glass expert examine it. Otherwise, look for the signature of the artist or factory on the piece. Authentic Murano glass will often, but not always, include labels with the name of the workshop, the signature of the glass master and a certificate of authenticity. Use trusted online resources to determine if the maker's location is or was in Murano, in northeastern Italy. Seeing the word "Murano" on a glass decorative object doesn't mean that it is authentic. In fact, most genuine pieces won't show the word "Murano." Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. Find a collection of Murano glass decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify genuine Murano glass, first check for the certificate of authenticity. Sometimes, but not always, there will be a label with the workshop and the signature of the maker on the piece. Shop a collection of authentic Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if a glass rooster is Murano, you can look for markings and other details to try and determine the maker, but the best way to determine authenticity is to enlist the help of an antiques dealer or Murano glass expert. Otherwise, look for the signature of the artist or factory on the piece. Authentic Murano glass will often, but not always, include labels with the name of the workshop, the signature of the glass master and a certificate of authenticity. Use trusted online resources to determine if the maker's location is or was in Murano, in northeastern Italy. Seeing the word "Murano" on a glass decorative object doesn't mean that it is authentic. In fact, most genuine pieces won't show the word "Murano." Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. Shop a collection of Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
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