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Salviati Murano Copper Aventurine Vintage Glass Plate/Dish
By Salviati
Located in Bolton, GB
Here is a wonderful Venetian glass plate / dish, made on the island of Murano, near Venice, Italy
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Victorian Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Mid Century Murano Art Glass Basket w/ Copper Aventurine - Italy - Circa 1950's
Located in Chatham, ON
Mid Century Murano art glass basket - featuring copper aventurine canes and blue glass with a clear
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Art Glass
H 3.5 in W 2.25 in D 2.25 in
Mid-Century Modern Spotted Blue Art Glass Vase with Copper Flecks
Located in Barcelona, ES
Lovely hand blown art glass vase with copper aventurine Flecks. Italy, 1960s
Crepusculo design in
Category
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Copper
Contemporary Italian Blue Pink Yellow Copper Murano Art Glass Mosaic Centerpiece
By Vévé Glass
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary modern Murano Art glass sculpture, a decorative centerpiece realized as a colorful
Category
2010s Italian Organic Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Gold, Copper
Barbini Copper, Gold, White Murano Art Glass Vide Poche
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in New York, NY
Wave form Murano glass vide pooch vessel in white glass with copper/gold inclusion throughout in
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass Bowl with Copper and Ruby Aventurine
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Soquel, CA
Beautiful clear centerpiece bowl / ashtray with copper aventurine and burgundy streaks in web
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Contemporary Italian Black White Copper Geometric Murano Glass Modern Mirror
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques, Vévé Glass
Located in New York, NY
A contemporary Murano glass creation, this wall mirror is entirely handcrafted with the fusion
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Mantel Mirrors and Fireplace Mirrors
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass, Plywood, Opaline Glass
H 61.6 in W 28 in D 2.5 in
Murano Art Glass Manta Ray Tortoise Spotted Bowl Ashtray Vintage 1960s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Murano Art Glass Manta Ray leopard, tortoise spotted bowl in amber and a dark espresso-brown colors
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine
Contemporary Italian Black White Copper Geometric Murano Glass Modern Mirror
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques, Vévé Glass
Located in New York, NY
A contemporary Murano glass creation, this wall mirror is entirely handcrafted with the fusion
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Mantel Mirrors and Fireplace Mirrors
Materials
Plywood, Murano Glass, Art Glass
H 61.6 in W 28 in D 2.5 in
Murano Glass Gold Infused Wine Goblet and Cordial Glass Attributed to Salvati
By Salvati
Located in Rochester, NY
Large Murano glass wine goblet. Finely made. Clear glass with infused gold dust. Murano cordial
Category
Mid-20th Century European Glass
Materials
Gold
1950's Murano Barbini Gold Copper Aventurine Art Glass Bowl Lot
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Gorgeous set of 3 Murano Italy art glass bowls, circa 1950's.
Gold and Copper Aventurine in
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass
Large Murano Glass Copper Leaf Sconces
Located in Austin, TX
and stamped Murano glass. These large glass sconces have copper leafing fused into the glass to create
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Ceiling lamp Copper Murano Glass Listels brushed copper fixture by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Charleston ceiling light with copper color glass listels, brushed copper structure by Multiforme
Category
2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Ceiling lamp Copper Murano Glass Listels brushed copper fixture by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Charleston ceiling light with copper colour glass listels, brushed copper structure by Multiforme
Category
2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Glass Bowl with Copper Aventurine by Fratelli Toso
By Barbini
Located in Warrenton, OR
Murano Glass Shell Curl Bowl with Copper Aventurine, by Fratelli Toso (suspected). (Barbini made
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Copper
Alchimia D805 cup, fire enamel on copper & Murano glass
By Debonademeo
Located in Venezia, IT
the potential of Murano glass and metal, evoking the textures of marble and semi-precious stones
Category
2010s Italian Vases
Materials
Copper, Enamel
Alchimia E803 cup, fire enamel on copper & Murano glass
By Debonademeo
Located in Venezia, IT
the potential of Murano glass and metal, evoking the textures of marble and semi-precious stones.
Category
2010s Italian Vases
Materials
Copper, Enamel
Vintage Murano Glass Bowl / Vide-Poche with Copper Aventurine
Located in Warrenton, OR
Vintage Murano Glass Bowl / Vide-Poche with Copper Aventurine.
UPDATE: Due to agreement with
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Copper
Fratelli Toso Murano Glass Bowl, Lattimo w/ Copper Aventurine
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Warrenton, OR
Fratelli Toso Murano Glass Bowl, Lattimo w/ Copper Aventurine
UPDATE: Due to agreement with 1stDibs
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Copper
Shimmering Murano Glass Bowl / Vide Poche with Copper Aventurine
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Warrenton, OR
Shimmering Murano Glass Bowl / Vide Poche with Copper Aventurine - Vintage - Alfredo Barbini
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Copper
Murano Pink White Copper Flecks Art Glass Bowl, 1950s
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Barcelona, ES
Midcentury Murano Glass Bowl with Aventurine Flecks. Attributed to Fratelli Toso. Italy, 1950
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Copper
Alchimia A806 table lamp, fire enamel on copper & Murano glass
By Debonademeo
Located in Venezia, IT
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Materials
Copper, satin-finished palladium collar, Murano glass
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Led 2 W - 2700K - 289 lm Battery 2000
Category
2010s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Copper, Enamel
Murano glass on copper dove from the 1950s by Archimede Seguso
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Catania, IT
Murano glass on copper dove from the 1950s by Archimede Seguso. Product in good condition with
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Copper
Alchimia A811 table lamp, fire enamel on copper & Murano glass
By Debonademeo
Located in Venezia, IT
the potential of Murano glass and metal, evoking the textures of marble and semi-precious stones
Category
2010s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Copper, Enamel
Alfredo Barbini Turquoise, Copper Fleck Murano Glass Dish
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century hand blown Murano cased glass dish featuring turquoise and copper fleck inclusions with
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-P...
Materials
Murano Glass
Italian Aventurine Vintage Murano Glass Black Copper Large Bottle with Stopper
Located in New York, NY
This is a little jewel! This large decorative Art piece in blown Murano glass is realized with high
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles
Materials
Copper
Italian Candleholder in Copper and Murano Glass by Ercole Barovier, 1940
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Budapest, HU
Rare candleholder in copper and Murano glass by Ercole Barovier.
Category
Vintage 1940s Candlesticks
Materials
Copper
Blue & White Murano Glass Bowl with Copper Aventurine by Fratelli Toso
By Barbini
Located in Warrenton, OR
Blue & White Murano Glass Bowl with Copper Aventurine by Fratelli Toso (suspected). (Barbini made
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Copper
Alchimie G802 vase by Debonademeo, fire enamel on copper & Murano glass
By Debonademeo
Located in Venezia, IT
the potential of Murano glass and metal, evoking the textures of marble and semi-precious stones.
Category
2010s Italian Vases
Materials
Copper, Enamel
Alchimia I804 stand by Debonademeo, fire enamel on copper & Murano glass
By Debonademeo
Located in Venezia, IT
the potential of Murano glass and metal, evoking the textures of marble and semi-precious stones.
Category
2010s Italian Vases
Materials
Copper, Enamel
Enzo Ciampalini “Alfea” Floor Lamp In Cast Copper With Murano Glass Shade
By Lamp International, Enzo Ciampalini
Located in Chicago, IL
Sinuous floor lamp in cast copper with Murano scavo glass bowl shaped shade designed by Enzo
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Art Nouveau Floor Lamps
Materials
Copper
Fratelli Toso Murano Glass Decorative Bowl – Copper Aventurine, Blue Sommerso
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and vibrant decorative Murano glass bowl by Fratelli Toso, crafted in Italy in the 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
H 3.25 in W 8.25 in D 6 in
Midcentury Toso Murano Copper Flecks Green & White Italian Art Glass Bowl
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spectacular Murano art glass flower bowl with copper or gold aventurine flecks. Attributed to
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Copper
Black & Copper-Infused-Clear Murano Glass Bowl, A Bugne Design w/ Aventurine
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Warrenton, OR
Black & Copper-Infused-Clear Murano Glass Bowl, A Bugne Design w/ Aventurine, suspected to be by
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Copper
Vintage Pair of Copper and Murano Glass Appliques / Wall Lights, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1960s.
They are made in multi-layered Murano glass and copper.
These are vintage
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
H 14.18 in W 7.88 in D 5.91 in
Alchimia B810, table lamp. Fire enamel on copper, raised round Murano glass.
By Debonademeo
Located in Venezia, IT
the potential of Murano glass and metal, evoking the textures of marble and semi-precious stones.
Category
2010s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Copper, Enamel
Pair White Copper Bubbles Aventurine Murano Glass Lamps
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair hand blown cased white ribbed Murano Italian glass lamps with copper aventurine inclusions and
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Barbini Murano Blue Copper Ribbed Glass Table Lamp
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Murano Italian handblown ribbed blue colored glass (robin egg) with copper inclusions table lamp by
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass
Murano Barbini Copper Aventurine Flecks Italian Art Glass Pinched Waist Lighter
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Gorgeous vintage Murano hand blown glittery copper Aventurine flecks Italian art glass corseted
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Sommerso Copper Aventurine Blue Green Italian Art Glass Bear Sculpture
By Archimede Seguso, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown heavy copper aventurine, with green and blue accents Italian
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
H 4.75 in W 2.88 in D 4.13 in
MCM Murano Glass Dish / Bowl with Gold Fleck or Copper Aventurine
Located in Warrenton, OR
MCM Murano Glass Dish / Bowl with Gold Fleck or Copper Aventurine
UPDATE: Due to agreement with
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Alchimia C809 - Nero Sahara, fire enamel on copper & Murano glass
By Debonademeo
Located in Venezia, IT
the potential of Murano glass and metal, evoking the textures of marble and semi-precious stones.
Category
2010s Italian Vases
Materials
Copper, Enamel
Salviati Murano Purple Copper Ribbons Gold Italian Art Glass Ballerina Sculpture
By Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful and unique, vintage Murano hand blown Italian art glass dancing ballerina sculpture with
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 12 in W 4 in D 5 in
Barovier Toso Murano Copper Aventurine Italian Art Glass Centerpiece Fruit Bowl
By Barovier&Toso, Ercole Barovier
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful antique Murano hand blown copper aventurine flecks with thin purple swirl Italian art
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Gold Leaf
Alfredo Barbini Great Plate Murano Art Glass Black Corroded Copper Green, 1980
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Alfredo Barbini great plate Murano art glass black corroded copper green, 1980.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Murano Glass
VeArt 1960s Italian Pair of Copper Silver Speckles Black Murano Glass Urn Lamps
By Venini, VeArt
Located in New York, NY
. labels), in black blown murano glass worked with the highest quality of technique called avventurina
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Silver, Copper
Fratelli Toso Murano Pink White Copper Aventurine Ribbons Italian Art Glass Bowl
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown pink, white and copper aventurine twisted Zanfirico ribbons
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-P...
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Fratelli Toso Murano Pink White Copper Aventurine Ribbons Italian Art Glass Bowl
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown pink, white and copper aventurine twisted ribbons Italian art
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
H 2.75 in W 7.75 in D 7 in
Fratelli Toso Murano Red Blue Copper Aventurine Italian Art Glass Flower Vase
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful and large, vintage Murano hand blown red, blue, and aventurine flecks Italian art glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
H 11.75 in W 8 in D 5 in
Venini Carlo Scarpa Sconce Murano Glass Copper-Plated Brass, 1930, Italy
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in Milano, IT
Venini Carlo Scarpa sconce Murano glass copper-plated brass, 1930, Italy.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Other Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Fratelli Toso Murano Pink White Copper Aventurine Ribbons Italian Art Glass Bowl
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful and large, vintage Murano hand blown pink Zanfirico ribbons and copper aventurine bands
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
H 3.75 in W 10 in D 11.5 in
LB vintage Copper Deco Pendant Stunning Bakelite and Murano glass Necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Green Bakelite tubular beads and clasp, gorgeous vintage Venetian glass trade beads, and copper twisted
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Copper
Mid-Century Modern Beech Wood, Brass, Copper Mirrors & Murano Art Glass Credenza
Located in Firenze, Tuscany
covered with a bulging out marquetry mix of opaline & murano art glass (light grey, grey, gold and cream
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
H 34.26 in W 87.01 in D 18.9 in
1960s Bronze Murano Blown Glass Italian Bowl with Copper and Gold Flecks
By Barovier&Toso
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Bronze and White Murano Glass with Copper and Gold Flecks Italian Bowl, 1960s.
Amazing
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Baskets
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine
Murano Glittery Copper Aventurine Red White Ribbons Italian Art Glass Bowl Dish
By Fratelli Toso, Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown alternating ribbons Italian art glass decorative footed bowl
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
H 3.75 in W 5.25 in D 7.5 in
Murano Black Pink Copper Aventurine Ribbons Italian Art Glass Crimped Rim Bowl
By Aureliano Toso, Dino Martens
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Only 1 Left! Beautiful vintage Murano pink, black and dark wine color with copper aventurine
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass
H 2.75 in W 8 in D 8 in
Dino Martens Murano Blue Black Copper Aventurine Italian Art Glass Flower Vase
By Dino Martens, Aureliano Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful, and very large vintage Murano hand blown light blue, black and copper aventurine flecks
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Ribbon, Murano Glass, Blown Glass
Murano Sky Blue Copper Aventurine Flecks Italian Art Glass Decorative Bowl Dish
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown blue and copper aventurine flecks spotted Italian art glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass
H 2.5 in W 6.25 in D 6 in
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Murano Copper Glass For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of murano copper glass for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, murano glass and metal. There are 181 variations of the antique or vintage item from our selection of murano copper glass you’re looking for, while we also have 15 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A choice in our collection of murano copper glass is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one object in our assortment of murano copper glass that is appealing in its simplicity, but Fratelli Toso, Venini and Alessandro Pianon produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Murano Copper Glass?
A piece of murano copper glass can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,895, while the lowest priced sells for $110 and the highest can go for as much as $60,000.
Questions About Murano Copper Glass
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Is Murano glass worth anything?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024Yes, some Murano glass is worth something. Typically, antique pieces from the 16th, 17th, 18th and 19th centuries tend to be worth significantly more than 20th-century and contemporary glassware from Murano. Collectors frequently look for pieces made by particular artisans, such as Paolo Venini, Alfredo Barbini, Carlo Scarpa, Vittorio Zecchin, Lino Tagliapetra and Carlo Moretti. Others seek out pieces that display certain glassmaking techniques, such as filigrana, which gives glass a lace-like quality. The size, age, condition, type and style all contribute to the potential value of Murano pieces. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with the valuation process. Find a large collection of Murano glass on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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 ExpertMarch 3, 2023To 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, 2022All 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.