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Handblown Murano Glass Candelabra Multicolored, circa 1940
By Murano 5
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Handblown Murano glass candelabra, multicolored, circa 1940, Baroque style, five-arm candelabra
Category

Mid-20th Century Baroque Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair of Italian Venetian Murano Glass Candelabras
By André Arbus
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Italian Venetian Murano (20th century) clear and gold dusted glass candelabras with 4 swirl
Category

20th Century Italian Rococo Candelabras

Materials

Gold

1940's Hollywood Regency Stunning Murano Art Glass Floral Form Candelabra
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Opa Locka, FL
c1940's Italian Hollywood Regency Murano Art Glass Floral Form Candelabra. This piece is stunning!
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Hollywood Regency Candelabras

Materials

Art Glass

Menorah Jewish Candelabrum in Blown Murano Glass, Vintage Murano Gallery 1970s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
High-End Menorah Jewish Candelabrum in Blown Murano Glass, Vintage Murano Gallery 1970s. This
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass

Single Large Venetian Glass Candelabra
By Compagnia Di Venezia E Murano (C.V.M.)
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A clear glass single candelabra made in the Murano factory in Venice, circa 1930. The elaborately
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Candelabras

Materials

Glass

Set Of 2 Barovier & Toso Murano Glass Italian Candelabras 1960s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 2 Barovier & Toso Murano glass candlesticks, Italy, 1960s Purchased by my maternal great
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Candelabras

Materials

Murano Glass

Seguso Candleholder Murano Glass 1930 Italy
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Milano, IT
Seguso candleholder Murano glass 1930 Italy.
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Other Candelabras

Materials

Murano Glass

Seguso Candleholder Murano Glass 1930 Italy
Seguso Candleholder Murano Glass 1930 Italy
H 7.09 in W 10.24 in D 5.52 in
Pair of Venetian Glass Candlesticks in Murano Glass, Salviati & Co, 1950s
By Salviati
Located in PARIS, FR
Pair of Venetian Glass Chandeliers in Murano Glass by Salviati & Co, 1950s. Featuring amethyst and
Category

Mid-20th Century Other Candelabras

Materials

Amethyst, Gold

Murano Glass Candelabrum by Seguso for Veronese, 1940s
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Milano, IT
, Paris, 1940s. The beautiful Seguso candelabra was made in Italy of transparent iridescent Murano glass
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Murano Glass

Barovier e Toso Candle Holders Murano Glass 1940 Italy
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Milano, IT
Barovier e Toso.
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Other Candelabras

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Torciglione Candle Holder with Submerged Gold Attributed to Seguso
By Seguso
Located in Villaverla, IT
Murano glass Torciglione candle holder with submerged gold attributed to Seguso. This is a very
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Gold

PAIR Ercole Barovier Murano Art Glass Shell Candle Holders Opalescent glass
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
PAIR Ercole Barovier Murano Art Glass Shell Candle Holders in Opalescent glass. Both are hand blown
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Blown Glass

1950s Italian Venetian Murano Glass Figure Shaped 2-Arms Candelabra
Located in Marbella, ES
1950s Italian Venetian Murano glass figure shaped 2-arm candelabra.
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Fabulous Modern Pair Lorin Marsh Green Blown Glass Hurricane Shades Nickel Bases
By Lorin Marsh
Located in Roslyn, NY
A fabulous pair of modern Italian Murano hurricane hand blown urn-shaped glass shades with a green
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Murano Glass, Art Glass

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Murano / Venetian Glass Candlestick or Candelabra
By Barovier&Toso
Located in New York, NY
Elegant pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern handblown Murano / Venetian glass candlesticks
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Archimede Seguso, Candleholder, 1960s
By Archimede Seguso
Located in London, GB
One of the greatest master glass maker of the 20th century, Archimede Segusofrom was a creative
Category

20th Century Candelabras

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Archimede Seguso, Candleholder, 1960s
Archimede Seguso, Candleholder, 1960s
H 4.53 in W 8.86 in D 4.53 in
Luciano Vistosi two candle holders from the candelabra series italy 1960
By Luciano Vistosi
Located in Vigevano, PV
Rare set of two candle holders from the candelabri series made in Italy in the early 60s excellent furnishing accessories. the elegance of these two objects is magnificent and a cle...
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Murano Glass

Mazzega Murano Glass Illuminated Border Mirror
By Mazzega
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury amber colored Murano glass framed mirror with 4 candelabra sockets. When illuminated a
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Murano Glass

Pair of Murano Glass Silver Flecked Rose Candelabra
Located in Riverdale, NY
Gorgeous pair of large antique Murano hand blown glass candlesticks with gorgeous swirls of silver
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Baroque Antiquities

Materials

Blown Glass

Murano Venetian Gold & Clear Art Glass Organic Candelabra
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Unique one of kind single Murano Italian Venetian hand blown organic shape art glass candelabra or
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Wonderful Pair Lorin Marsh Two Candelabra Light Murano Gold Flake Glass Sconces
By Barovier Seguso & Ferro, Lorin Marsh
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Pair Of Lorin Marsh Retailed Two Candelabra Light Murano Gold Flake Glass Sconces In
Category

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

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Huge Seguso Vetri d'Arte White Scavo Murano Glass Candlestick Holder Candelabra
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Candelabra or candlestick holder / stand by Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano, Italy. Elegant in form and showing
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Glass three Arm Wall Light Sconce Candelabra style Gold Flowers Vintage
Located in London, GB
glass gives a sparkly effect when lit. Handcrafted by the best Murano artisans, the detail on this
Category

1990s Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Vintage Amber Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1960s Italian Murano glass chandelier with 6 candelabra lights. Measurements: Current
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Flush Mount Chandelier 1980s
By Venini
Located in Dallas, TX
ceiling plate and the glass can be removed. The Murano glass chandelier has 5 candelabra base lights
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Italian Aquamarine Blue Murano Glass Paste Modern Brass Sputnik
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
supports 30 Spikes realized in azure turquoise Murano glass paste, fitted with 9 candelabra sockets. The
Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Italian Aquamarine Blue Murano Glass Paste Modern Brass Sputnik
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
supports 30 spikes realized in azure turquoise Murano glass paste, fitted with 9 candelabra sockets. The
Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Da Ros Cenedese Italian Yellow & Blue Sommerso Murano Glass Candlestick Holder
By Cenedese, Antonio da Ros
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Rare Antonio da Ros for Cenedese vintage Italian yellow uranium Murano glass candlestick stand
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Wonderful Italian Beaded Swag Murano Art Glass Fruit Leaf Venetian Chandelier
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful Italian 1950's gold gilt iron and crystal art glass fruit Murano decorated 8
Category

20th Century Italian Belle Époque Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal

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

2010s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Murano Glass Chandelier by Fratelli Toso, 1950s
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Murano glass chandelier by Fratelli Toso. Designed and made in Italy in 1950s. Murano glass, brass
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Da Ros for Cenedese Italian Red Murrine Sommerso Murano Glass Candlestick Holder
By Antonio da Ros, Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Very rare Antonio da Ros for Cenedese vintage Italian yellow uranium Murano glass candlestick stand
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Pair of Italian Mid-Century 'Eclisse' Lamps in Murano Glass by Poliarte
By Poliarte, Albano Poli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
stacked clear Murano glass sticks that surround the candelabra sockets and throw off a stellar glow. In
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Murano Glass

Large Mid-Century Modern Lorin Marsh Murano Gold Blown Art Glass Chandelier
By Barovier Seguso & Ferro, Lorin Marsh
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful large Mid-Century Modern gold flake, hand blown art glass murano chandelier having 10
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Murano glass flush mount ceiling light by La Murrina
By La Murrina
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Murano glass flush mount ceiling light by La Murrina. Made in Italy in 1960s. Murano glass, brass
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass, Metal

Pietro Chiesa For Fontana Arte Brass & Murano Glass Torchiere
By Fontana Arte, Pietro Chiesa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte Brass & Murano glass Torchiere Italy, 20th century A rare model
Category

20th Century Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano Venetian Gold Barovier Seguso Chandelier
By Barovier Seguso & Ferro, Lorin Marsh
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano Venetian Gold Blown Glass 4 Candelabra Light
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Carlo Nason Chandelier
By Carlo Nason
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Carlo Nason chandelier. Italy 1970s. Murano glass, chrome-plated metal. 12 candelabra sockets
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Carlo Nason Chandelier
Carlo Nason Chandelier
H 33 in Dm 32 in
Mid-20th Century Italian Murano Glass Candelabra Floor Lamp
Located in Firenze, Tuscany
A charming and rare single Murano glass candelabra floor lamp. The lamp presents the typical shape
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Vintage Murano Glass Candelabra /Candlestick with Roses & Angel by Ermanno Nason
By Cenedese, Ermanno Nason
Located in Venice, Murano
This beautiful handmade candelabra is a masterpiece by the great glass master Ermanno Nason, made
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Candlesticks

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Hurricane with Bronze Greyhound Base
By Luciano Tempo
Located in San Francisco, CA
Exquisite bronze greyhound based hurricane with Murano glass lantern. A fanciful design by
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Candelabras

Materials

Bronze

Rare Italian Mezza Filligrana Murano Glass Candle Holder Venini Zecchin 1930s
By Venini, Vittorio Zecchin
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Beautiful large and rare 3 light Murano Glass candleholder in "mezza filligrana" technique most
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Candelabras

Materials

Murano Glass

Single Goblet Shaped, Gilded and Painted White Opaline Glass Luster, Late 19th C
Located in Queens Village, NY
slightest chip or crack in it. Because the artwork is not burned into the glass and some of it has been
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Bohemian Candelabras

Materials

Gold Leaf, Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel

Pair of Translucent Pink and White Opaline Glass Lusters, Late 19th C
Located in Queens Village, NY
These exquisite French opaline glass lusters date to the 19th century and are now available for
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Candelabras

Materials

Gold Leaf, Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel

Chandelier Vistosi Torcello Murano Textured Glassdiscs Candelabra Luster Lustre
By Gino Vistosi
Located in Perchtoldsdorf, AT
Beautiful Vistosi Torcello Murano chandelier with 26 textured glass discs in white and yellow
Category

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

Materials

Glass

Ribbed Murano glass candelabra
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant ribbed Murano glass candelabra
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Candle Holders

Materials

Blown Glass

Ribbed Murano glass candelabra
Ribbed Murano glass candelabra
H 13 in W 8 in D 8 in
Blue Murano Glass Candelabra
Located in Houston, TX
Blue Murano glass candelabra newly wired as table lamp. For use within the USA using UL listed
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Linen, Blown Glass

Blue Murano Glass Candelabra
Blue Murano Glass Candelabra
H 17.5 in W 14.5 in D 6 in
Pair of Murano Glass Candelabra
Located in East Hampton, NY
Beautiful pair of green with gold murano glass candelabra
Category

20th Century Italian Candle Holders

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair of Murano Glass Candelabra
Pair of Murano Glass Candelabra
H 7 in W 16 in D 7 in
Murano Glass Candelabra Floor Lamp, Italy, 1940s
Located in New York, NY
1940s Italian five-arm Murano glass candelabra floor lamp. The entire column is Murano glass
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

1960s Set of Two Copper and Murano Glass Candelabras in the Style of Barovier
By Barovier
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Two lights candelabras made in Italy in the Sixties. They are in good conditions, copper it's in
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Copper

A Pair of Murano Glass Candelabras with 24 Karat Gold Inclusions
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A graceful pair of Murano blown glass candelabras with flecks of 24 karat gold throughout. These
Category

20th Century Italian Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Three-armed Candelabra in Red Murano Glass from the 1950s
By Lavorazione Arte Murano
Located in Milano, MI
Three-armed candelabra in hand-blown red Murano glass, made in the 1950s Ø 19 cm Ø 10 cm h 24 cm
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Murano Glass

Italien 'Venice' 12 Fire Ceiling Lamp Murano Glass 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Venetian 12-fire ceiling lamp Italian, from the beginning of the 19th century In Murano glass
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Rococo Candelabras

Materials

Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Clear & Cobalt Glass Candle Holders
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Pair of Mid-Century Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Clear & Cobalt Glass Candle Holders
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Murano Glass

Three Vintage Cenedese Murano Cobalt Blue Signed Sommerso Murano Candle Holders
By Cenedese
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set of three Murano Cenedese in a cobalt, Yves Klein blue color, sommerso candle holders in
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Murano Glass

1920 Ercole Barovier Vetro Murano "Torchon" Art Deco Coppia Portacandele
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Brescia, IT
Ercole Barovier Murano, 1930 Coppia portacandele a due lumi "Torchon" vetro di murano Perfette
Category

Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Candelabras

Materials

Murano Glass

Italian Mid-Century 5 Candle Candelabra Centerpiece
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Charleston, SC
A beautiful 5 candle gilt bronze candelabra with hanging Murano glass fruit hanging from the leaves
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern More Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Murano Glass three Arm Wall Light Sconce Candelabra style with Flowers
Located in London, GB
An elegant and classic wall light by the masters of Murano island. Handcrafted all the glass
Category

1990s Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Spectacular Irredescent Murano Glass Leaves Chandelier
Located in Austin, TX
Beautiful three-tiered Murano iridescent glass chandelier. 10 candelabra lights, rewired for the US.
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Charming Venini Round Murano Glass Tubes Chandelier
By Venini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charming Venini Round Murano Glass Tubes Chandelier 4 candelabra type bulbs Any chain length and
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

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Murano Glass Candelabra For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of murano glass candelabra available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of glass, murano glass and blown glass, all murano glass candelabra available were constructed with great care. Murano glass candelabra have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Murano glass candelabra made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made murano glass candelabra over the years, but those made by Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Barovier&Toso and Ercole Barovier are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Murano Glass Candelabra?

Murano glass candelabra can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,250, while the lowest priced sells for $803 and the highest can go for as much as $5,750.

Finding the Right Lighting for You

The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.

Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.

Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat. 

Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. & L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.

As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.

There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation

With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.

The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Questions About Murano Glass Candelabra
  • 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, 2024
    Yes, Murano glass is typically marked. You will usually find the markings on the bases of pieces or in other inconspicuous areas. Generally, Murano glass will display a trademark and a maker's mark, indicating which shop produced it. In most cases, authentic Murano glass will not have the word "Murano" on it. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Murano glass.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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 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 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, 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 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 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 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
    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 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 9, 2024
    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.
  • 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 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 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 ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    There is no real difference between Venetian glass and Murano glass. While both Venetian glass and Murano glass come from Murano Island, Venice is a more popular location than Murano, hence it is called widely as Venetian glass. You can use both search terms to find the best piece for you on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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 ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    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.
  • 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.

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