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Mid-Century Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Glass Cup by Venini
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
This minimal and beautifully formed Mid-Century Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Glass Cup by Venini
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
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
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Gold
Murano Glass Cup Vase Yellow Black 1989 Mendini Attributed Italian Design
By Venini
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Murano glass cup vase yellow black 1989 Mendini attributed Italian design.
Signed.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
$1,773 Sale Price
40% Off
H 4.73 in Dm 8.08 in
Large Contemporary Brass Chandelier Blue Murano Glass Cup, Italy
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Large brass chandelier ceiling pendant light lamp with large Blue Murano glass cup. Made with old
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$10,051
H 40.56 in W 51.19 in D 22.25 in
Large Contemporary Brass Chandelier Orange Murano Glass Cup, Italy
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Large brass chandelier ceiling pendant light lamp with large Orange Murano glass cup. Made with old
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$10,051
H 40.56 in W 51.19 in D 22.25 in
Large Contemporary Brass Chandelier Yellow Murano Glass Cup, Italy
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Large brass chandelier ceiling pendant light lamp with large Yellow Murano glass cup. Made with old
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$13,007
H 49.22 in W 55.12 in D 55.12 in
Extra-Large Murano Glass Cup with 24-Carat Gold Decorations, Italy, 1960s
By Barovier
Located in Villaverla, IT
Extra-large Murano glass cup with 24-carat gold decorations, Italy, 1960s.
This enchanting
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Gold
$7,331
H 19.09 in Dm 7.87 in
Colleoni Modern Set of 6 Crystal Murano Glass Cups / Bowls with Colorful Leaves
By Vetrerie Riunite Colleoni
Located in New York, NY
, in crystal clear Murano glass happily decorated with an engraved pattern of leaves in green, yellow
Category
2010s Italian Organic Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Art Glass
$810 / set
H 2.75 in Dm 5.25 in
Murano Glass Sky Blue Carafe and Glasses
By Alberto Donà
Located in Austin, TX
Set of six Murano glass cups and matching carafe. This set is made entirely of hand-blown glass on
Category
2010s Italian Modern Pitchers
Materials
Murano Glass
Contemporary Brass Sputnik Chandelier Flowers Murano Glass White Cup, Italy
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Brass sputnik chandelier ceiling pendant light lamp with white Murano glass cup and a lot of Murano
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$11,358
H 35.44 in W 39.77 in D 39.77 in
Venini Reticello Elegant Murano Glass Lanterns or Pendants, 1940s
Located in Rome, IT
Amazing and rare pendant centered by precious hand blown reticello Murano glass cup by Venini, 1940
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Blown Glass
Chandelier Brass Chrome and Murano Glass by Sciolari, Italy, 1970s
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
manufacture italian design Gaetano Sciolari. Brass, chrome metal and Murano glass cup. Famous design like
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass, Chrome
$3,311
H 33.47 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in
Murano Reticello Cup Sconce by Barovier e Toso
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian wall light with Murano glass cup hand blown in "reticello" technique to form
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
A Pair Art Deco Brass Mounted Murano Glass Sconces 1940' by Barovier
By Barovier
Located in Rome, IT
blown Murano glass cup.
Each with 1 E 14 light bulb.
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Blown Glass
$3,192
H 5.91 in W 10.63 in D 5.91 in
Murano Cone Cup Sconce by Barovier e Toso, 3 Available
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian wall light with clear textured cone shaped Murano glass cup, mounted on brass
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Murano Glass Chandelier or Lantern by Ercole Barovier, 1940s
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Rome, IT
Fine chandelier by Ercole Barovier centred by a precious Murano glass cup. Design of pure elegance
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Dazzling Murano Glass Fourteen-Branch Chandelier
Located in Austin, TX
clear Murano glass cups perch atop curving torsado glass arms along a ridged brass structure, suspended
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Brass
1970's Brass, Glass and Iron Chandelier by Sciolari
By Sciolari Lighting
Located in Schoorl, NL
Large round iron ring with attached six 'arms' holding a flame Murano glass cup. Spikes with and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Iron
Pair of Cups Sconces by Barovier e Toso
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian wall lights with hand blown Murano glass cups mounted on brass frames / Made in
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Bollicine Cups Sconces, 3 Pairs Available
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian wall lights with clear Murano glass cups hand blown with bubbles inside the glass
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Ribbed Cups Sconces by Barovier e Toso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian wall lights with clear Murano glass cups hand blown with ribbing texture, mounted
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Murano White and Gold Color Glass Wall Light and Sconces, 2000
Located in Roma, Lazio
" workmanship.
The wall light has a brass structure, on which a beautiful white and gold Murano glass cup has
Category
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
$1,419 / item
H 22.05 in W 6.3 in D 7.88 in
Pair of Bollicine Cups Sconces, 2 Pairs Available
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian wall lights with clear Murano glass cups hand blown with bubbles inside the glass
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Hammered Glass Wrought Iron Murano Glass Sconce by Longobard, Italy, 1970s
By Longobard
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Mid-Century Modern wall lamp light sconce hammered glass and wrought iron, murano glass cup
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Brutalist Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wrought Iron
$2,956 / item
H 9.45 in W 16.54 in D 8.27 in
Pair of Cup Sconces in Ivory and Gold Murano Glass, Art Deco Beige Wall Lights
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This magnificent pair of sconces features hand blown murano glass cup in a sweet ivory color with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
$3,547 / set
H 16.54 in W 9.85 in D 10.24 in
Pair of Bollicine Cups Sconces by Barovier e Toso, 2 Pairs Available
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian wall lights with clear Murano glass cups hand blown with bubbles inside the glass
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
$3,000 / set
H 7.09 in W 7.09 in D 9.45 in
Pair of Reticello Cup Sconces by Barovier & Toso, 2 Pairs Available
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian wall light with Murano glass cups hand blown in "reticello" technique to form
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
$3,000 / item
H 7.49 in W 8.27 in D 8.27 in
Pair of Art Deco Venini Reticello Murano Glass Sconces 1940s
By Venini
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of amazing and rare Sconces with a precious hand blown "reticello " Murano glass cup with a
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Blown Glass
Enchanting Venini Atr. Reticello Murano Glass Lantern or Pendants 1940s
By Venini
Located in Rome, IT
Amazing and rare pendant with a precious hand blown "reticello " Murano glass cup with a delicate
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Blown Glass
$11,234
H 37.41 in Dm 21.66 in
Pair of Bollicine Cups Sconces by Barovier e Toso, 2 Pairs Available
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian wall lights with clear Murano glass cups hand blown with bubbles inside the glass
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
$3,000 / set
H 8.27 in W 7.88 in D 10.63 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
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Murano Glass
$1,040 / set
H 3.55 in Dm 2.37 in
Dona Furnace Mid-Century Modern Gold Murano Glass Chandelier Oval, 1998
By Alberto Donà
Located in Murano, Venezia
Murano glass cups decorated with 24-karat gold leaf, in which is inserted a 2.5 watt G9 led bulb.
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Category
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Gold Leaf
$27,153 / item
H 14.18 in W 60.24 in D 32.68 in
Six Colorful Murano Champagne Cups on Twisted Clear Base
By Murano 5
Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH
Six colorful Murano champagne cups on twisted base.
Red/green/blue/clear brown/clear grey/clear
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass
1950 Mid-Century Modern Italian Frosted White Murano Glass Candle Holders
By Cenedese
Located in New York, NY
1950s Italian Vintage frosted white scavo Murano glass cup holder candlesticks, on Art Deco design
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Art Deco Candlesticks
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$1,450 / set
H 10.25 in Dm 2.75 in
Set of Ten Murano “Rostrate” Glass Sconces Attributed to Barovier e Toso, 1970's
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant set of Ten Italian wall sconces with sculptural “rostrate” (beaked/euphorbia) Murano glass
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
$28,000 / set
H 9 in W 9 in D 12 in
Dona Furnace Mid-Century Modern Gold Murano Glass Chandelier Round, 1998
By Alberto Donà
Located in Murano, Venezia
Murano glass cups decorated with 24-karat gold leaf, in which is inserted a 2.5 watt G9 led bulb.
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Category
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Gold Leaf
$19,310 / item
H 14.18 in Dm 35.44 in
Pair of Hillebrand Orange Gold 'Confetti' Murano Glass Pendant, 1970s
By Hillebrand
Located in Rijssen, NL
pendant has a brass base and four murano glass cups, which each hold an E27 light bulb.
Measurements
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$4,611 / set
H 47.25 in Dm 22.45 in
Set of Four Gold Bollicine Murano Sconces by Barovier e Toso. Italy, 1950's.
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A set of Four vintage Italian sconces/wall lights by Barovier e Toso, crafted with Murano glass
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
$9,800 / set
H 13 in W 9 in D 8 in
Set of Six Frosted Bollicine Sconces by Barovier e Toso. Italy, 1950's.
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage set of six Italian sconces/wall lights featuring frosted Murano glass cups, hand-blown with
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Gold and Black Color Glass Wall Light and Sconces, 2020
Located in Roma, Lazio
.
The wall light have a brass structure, on which a beautiful gold-colored Murano glass cup has been
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
$1,537 / item
H 28.75 in W 7.09 in D 7.88 in
Murano Round Art Glass and Brass Midcentury Chandeliers and Pendant, 2020
Located in Roma, Lazio
-section Murano glass cups have been placed. The cups have a vertical rib and are sandblasted, so as not to
Category
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$7,095 / item
H 35.44 in Dm 35.44 in
Pair of Torch Sconces by Barovier et Toso
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian torchere wall lights with Murano glass cups hand blown with bubbles inside the
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Single Reticello Sconce by Barovier & Toso
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian wall light with Murano glass cups hand blown in "reticello" technique to form
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Murano Round Art Glass and Brass Transparent Color Wall Light and Sconces, 2000
Located in Roma, Lazio
placement of the double Murano cup, one above and one below. The workmanship of the Murano glass cup is very
Category
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
$1,300 / item
H 15.75 in W 9.06 in D 9.85 in
Pair of Reticello Sconces, 3 Pairs Available
By Venini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian wall lights with Murano glass cups hand blown in "reticello" technique to form
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid-century Modern Italian "Rostrato" Light Pink Murano Glass Sconces
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of Murano glass wall lamps with "Rostrate" ("beaked") glass cups and brass structure, in the
Category
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
$4,257 / set
H 8.67 in W 9.06 in D 4.73 in
Caravaggio Cup Murano Glass Centerpiece by Barovier & Toso from the 1980s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Milano, MI
Centerpiece cup in very fine blue Murano glass, made in inspiration of the Caravaggio cup by
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Romantic Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
$1,692 Sale Price
20% Off
H 6.7 in Dm 8.67 in
Set of Three Blue Murano Glasses, Ice Cream Cups, Italy, Europe, 2000s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Beautiful set of glasses, small bowls, perfect as a ice cream cups, murano glass, made by one of
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass
$201 / set
H 3.15 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in
Murano Glass ‘Zanfirico’ Pitcher and Cups attr. To Fratelli Toso, circa 1960s
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Beautiful and rare set of 6 cups and a Pitcher in Murano glass, all executed in the ‘Zanfirico
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers
Materials
Murano Glass
$3,790 / set
H 6.3 in Dm 6.7 in
Set of 9 Pauly & Co. Light Amber Venetian or Murano Glass Wine Goblets or Cups
By Salviati, Pauly & Co., Venini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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Each in a light amber blown glass with a large faceted eight-sided cup resting on a trumpet form foot
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$895 / set
H 4.25 in Dm 3.25 in
Pulegoso Pitcher and Cups attr. Napoleone Martinuzzi, Venini, Murano Italy 1930s
By Napoleone Martinuzzi, Venini
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Beautiful and rare set consisting of 1 jug and 6 drinking cups executed in the very rare ‘Pulegoso
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
$8,790 / set
H 8.27 in Dm 8.67 in
Hand-crafted wrought iron pedestal from the early 1900s attr to A. Mazzucotelli
By Alessandro Mazzucotelli
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Murano glass cups, as can be seen from the contemporary works of Umberto Bellotto. But it can also be
Category
Vintage 1920s Italian Art Nouveau Pedestals and Columns
Materials
Wrought Iron
$2,069
H 39.57 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in
Archimede Seguso Murano glass "Ad Agnelli" with gold 1950 set Jar and 6 cups.
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible set of Archimede Seguso Murano glass set of Jar and 6 tall cups in Äd Agnelli" serie
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian International Style Serving Pieces
Materials
Murano Glass
$4,100 / item
H 8.27 in Dm 8.67 in
Tapio Wirkkala Cup Filigrana for Venini Murano Signed, 1980s
By Tapio Wirkkala, Venini
Located in Milano, IT
Rare Murano hand blown dark amethyst/black "Filigrana Nera" cup. Excellent and very fine
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Murano Glass
$1,324 Sale Price
20% Off
H 6.7 in Dm 9.45 in
Eight small cups attributed to Napoleone Martinuzzi for Venini
By Napoleone Martinuzzi, Venini
Located in Lugo, IT
Eight small bowls attributed to Napoleone Martinuzzi for Venini.
Four with rim defects.
Thank you.
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Set of two stem glass or cup and a bowl. 80s.
By Murano 5
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Impressive set belonging to the 80s trends. Multicolored and articulated design. The two cups are
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass, Art Glass
Modern Murano Glass Rostri Cup Suspension Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Fabulous modern Murano glass rostri cup suspension chandelier. The cups are dangling at different
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
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At 1stDibs, there are several options of murano glass cups available for sale. The range of distinct murano glass cups — often made from glass, murano glass and metal — can elevate any home. There are 44 antique and vintage murano glass cups for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 5 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of murano glass cups available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Murano glass cups made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Barovier&Toso, Ansolo Fuga and Multiforme each produced beautiful murano glass cups that are worth considering.
How Much are Murano Glass Cups?
Prices for murano glass cups start at $227 and top out at $5,850 with the average selling for $2,250.
Questions About Murano Glass Cups
- 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.