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Vintage Italian Nason Mazzega Decorative Two-Body Orange Murano Glass Vase
By Mazzega, Ermanno Nason
Located in Milano, IT
This is a rare and extremely fascinating two-body vase in Murano glass. Designed by Ermanno Nason
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
Bull Face Brutalist Murano Glass Vase red & clear, Vintage, Italy, 1960s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous hand blown Murano art glass piece with Sommerso and bullicante techniques. A beautiful
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass
Midcentury Italian Murano Art Glass Fazzoletto Vase
By Compagnia Di Venezia E Murano (C.V.M.)
Located in Barcelona, ES
face.
Great as gift idea.
Measures: 17,5 cm H x 16 cm W x 15 cm D.
Avaliable more Murano glass pieces
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass
Anzolo Fuga Murano Art Glass Set of Glasses and Pitcher Grotesque Faces Enamel
By Anzolo Fuga
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Rare Murano handblown green Italian art glass large pitcher with 6 matching glasses done in enamel
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers
Materials
Art Glass
H 11.75 in W 5 in D 5 in
Murano Glass Elephant Sculpture, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
Beautiful Murano glass sculpture representing an elephant, with a rigorous trunk facing upwards
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Sculpture in Clear and Bright Yellow "Sommerso" Glass
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage Murano "Sommerso" Paperweight/Sculpture in Clear and Bright Yellow Glass.
The piece is an
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
Celebration to Picasso Large Murano Art Glass Abstract Face Vase Mario, Italy
By Murano 5
Located in Montreal, QC
Spectacular Murano Art glass face Sculpture vase made in celebration to Picasso. The handcrafted
Category
1990s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Large Murano Art Glass Face Vase signed Sergio Costantini Venice Italy Estate
By Murano 5
Located in Montreal, QC
Mid-Century Modern large Murano art glass flamboyant face vase, signed by Sergio Constantini. A top
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
H 13.5 in W 7 in D 4 in
Large Murano Face and Abstract Designs Picasso Style Art Glass Vase Estate Find
By Murano 5
Located in Montreal, QC
For the lovers of Murano, an alluring Picasso style Abstract Face with background designs Art Glass
Category
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
H 12.5 in W 7.5 in D 4 in
Alfredo Barbini Murano Squirrel Figure in Amber and Orange Glass
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Barcelona, ES
sculpture. Attributed to Alfredo Barbini, Italy, 1950s.
This cute Murano glass esquirrel has an eye
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Pair of faces in blown Murano glass
Located in BARCELONA, ES
stunning example of sculpture reflects Murano's rich tradition and legacy in the creation of artistic glass
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Vintage Red White Painted Face Italian Art Glass Santa Paperweight Figure
By Fornasa De Murano A L'Insegna Del Moreto, Galliano Ferro
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown red, white and gold flecks Italian art glass Santa Claus
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Gold Leaf
Serge Mansau, Large Murano Decanter, 1995
By Serge Mansau
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Large decanter - Serge Mansau, 1995.
Transparent & yellow crystal with a woman's face, and a cup
Category
1990s European Other Tableware
Materials
Murano Glass
20th Century Sculptural Murano Glass Face on Bronze Base
Located in Southall, GB
A unique 20th Century Sculptural Murano glass head On Bronze Base.
The shape is unusual
Category
20th Century Italian Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Ercole Barovier Murano glass 'Eugenio" circa 1951 face tricolor vase.
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible and rare Ercole Barovier Murano glass "Eugenio" circa 1951 in pulegous green with
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Ermanno Nason Italian Murano Cubist Modern Face Glass Sculpture Signed 1970's
By Ermanno Nason
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A playful Italian Murano glass sculpture depicting a cubist modern face by Ermanno Nason. Signed on
Category
Vintage 1970s Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
H 11.5 in W 8 in D 2.5 in
20th Century Black-Blue Italian Single Murano Glass Face, Vintage Décor
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
colored Murano glass, in good condition. The detailed slightly smoked décor piece represents a women. Wear
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Unique Murano Glass Sculpture, Dino Rosin, Face of Jesus, 20th Century, Venice
By Dino Rosin
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
What. A. Piece. Of. Art. This Murano glass sculpture is just stunning. The head of Jesus is made
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Baroque Religious Items
Materials
Murano Glass, Wood
H 22.45 in W 15.36 in D 13 in
Large Single White Translucent Opaline Glass Container Barrel Shaped, Late 19th
Located in Queens Village, NY
Presented here is a 19th-century French opaline glass jar with a milky white hue. Adorned with
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Bohemian Glass
Materials
Gold Leaf, Gold, Gold Plate
H 12.6 in W 8.27 in D 12.21 in
Sculptural Mazzega Table Lamp Carlo Nason 1960s Murano Glass Faces
By Carlo Nason
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Large mirror in Italian Baroque style 1940 in wood with half silver leaf.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Luigi Mellara Picasso Homage Italian Green Blu Murano Glass Face Vase Sculpture
By (after) Pablo Picasso, Luigi Mellara
Located in New York, NY
decorated as a Picassian face in blown Murano glass, worked with colored glass threads in relief in orange
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
H 20.25 in W 11 in D 9.25 in
20th Century Italian Sterling Silver Lamp with Murano "Murrina" Hat
By Vavassori
Located in VALENZA, IT
motif.
The hat was made in Venice on the island of Murano with the "Murrina" technique
The Murrina
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Other Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Murano Badioli Multicolored Picasso Style Abstract Glass Face Vase
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful color combination Picasso style abstract face design art glass vase clear glass with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Red Murano Glass Abstract Face Table Lamp, Celebration of Picasso, Italy 1980s
By (after) Pablo Picasso
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a gorgeous multi-colored Murano Art Glass table lamp, designed in
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 19.69 in Dm 11.82 in
Murano, Venice, Italy. Unique art glass sculpture with a female face.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Murano, Venice, Italy. Unique art glass sculpture with a female face.
Mouth-blown glass
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Loredano Rosin Glass Sculpture 'Two Faces'
By Loredano Rosin
Located in San Francisco, CA
This Loredano rosin glass sculpture called “2 Faces” was made circa 1984. Made of clear Murano
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
21st Century Federico Peri Trapezio Small Vase Murano Glass Smoke
By Federico Peri, Purho Murano
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
Trapezio small vase, Murano glass, by Federico Peri, 21st century.
Trapezio is a vase from the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
21st Century Federico Peri Trapezio Small Vase Murano Glass Honey
By Federico Peri, Purho Murano
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
Trapezio small vase, Murano glass, by Federico Peri, 21st century.
Trapezio is a vase from the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
21st Century Federico Peri Trapezio Small Vase Murano Glass Deep Blue
By Federico Peri, Purho Murano
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
Trapezio small vase, Murano glass, by Federico Peri, 21st century.
Trapezio is a vase from the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
21st Century Federico Peri Trapezio Large Vase Murano Glass Deep Blue
By Federico Peri, Purho Murano
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
Trapezio large vase, Murano glass, by Federico Peri, 21st century.
Trapezio is a vase from the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Loredano Rosin Glass Sculpture 'Two Faces'
By Loredano Rosin
Located in New Haven, CT
This Loredano rosin glass sculpture called “2 Faces” was made circa 1984.
Made of clear Murano
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Large Murano Glass Bottle or Vase by La Murrina, Italy
By Mazzega, La Murrina, La Murina
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Exquisite hand-blown Murano art glass vase in a large bottle format. Suitable as a decorative
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Bottles
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Formia 1980s Modern Italian Comic Ivory Glass Head Sculpture with Red Lips
By Formia Murano
Located in New York, NY
One 1980s, modernist dynamic, comic mouth blown head sculpture in colored Murano glass, in ivory
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Organic Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
H 21.5 in W 6.75 in D 6 in
Sculptural coffee table decorative, Murano glass
Located in Milano, IT
Decorative glass tray - Murano glass tray - collectible glass sculpture
Vintage decorative tray in
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Chandelier Art Deco Venetian Murano Glass Decorated Pendant Lamp Gilt Brass
By Compagnia Di Venezia E Murano (C.V.M.)
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Refined three-light chandelier in Venetian Art Deco style, with pastel green Murano opal glass
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Huge Murano glass disc Sputnik chandelier
By Gino Vistosi
Located in Dallas, TX
Italian chandelier is made of gold color Murano glass discs, with circles in relief on the outside face
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Murano Glass Tulip Double Light Sconce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Murano Glass tulip double light sconce
Italy, circa 1940’s
Two beautifully sculpted hand blown
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Venini Poliedri Sfera Large Murano Glass Chandelier
By Peter Marino, Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini Poliedri Sfera large Murano glass chandelier. Modular elements are elements in glass, which
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Italian " Fantasmini" Murano Glass Chandelier, circa 1980
Located in London, GB
A stunning Italian Chandelier in hand blown Murano Glass hand, decorated with original clown/ghost
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Venini Poliedri Sfera Small Murano Glass Chandelier
By Venini, Peter Marino
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini Poliedri Sfera small Murano glass chandelier. Modular elements are elements in glass, which
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Ercole Barovier Rostrato Murano Art Glass Basket Centerpiece Vase
By Ercole Barovier, Barovier&Toso
Located in Barcelona, ES
Rostrato Murano art glass basket vase with a twisted clear glass handle and feminin faces with gold leaf
Category
20th Century Italian Art Deco Vases
Materials
Gold Leaf
Italian Murano Glass Sculpture Of A Heron
By Luca Bojola
Located in Bradenton, FL
Impressive 20th century Italian Murano Glass Sculpture Of A Heron, attributed to designer Luca
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Flavio Poli Murano Sommerso Smoked Grey Faceted Glass Giant Bowl
By Flavio Poli
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern Sommerso faceted Murano bowl in grey and clear glass. Attributed to Flavio Poli
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Flavio Poli Murano Lavender Sommerso Faceted Giant Art Glass Bowl
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Flavio Poli
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching Giant Murano Art glass Sommerso faceted bowl in clear and Lavender / Mauve Color
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Seguso Murano Sommerso Green Italian Art Glass Horse Head Figurine Sculpture
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso green to clear Italian art glass horse head sculpture
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Sommerso, Art Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass
H 4.75 in W 2 in D 4.75 in
Seguso Murano Black White Italian Art Glass Baby Elephant Figurine Sculpture
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown black and white spotted Italian art glass baby elephant
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
H 5 in W 2.75 in D 3.75 in
Seguso Murano Black White Italian Art Glass Bunny Rabbit Figurine Sculpture
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown black and white spotted Italian art glass bunny rabbit figurine
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
H 5.5 in W 2.25 in D 4 in
Tentoki, Massiccio Murano Glass Sculpture, Bronze Verdigris and Sulfur Texture
By Pino Signoretto
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
face, the draping of the dress, the muscle lines of the chest. The glass was then beautifully coated
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
H 16.54 in W 8.67 in D 5.12 in
Italian Vase in Murano Glass Multi-Color Picasso Style Cenedese 1970s
By Cenedese
Located in Villaverla, IT
Amazing Italian Venetian Vase in Murano glass transparent with multi-color refinished, with a
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Vases
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass
Seguso Murano Black White Italian Art Glass Baby Duck Bird Figurine Sculpture
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown black and white spotted Italian art glass baby duck bird
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
H 4.63 in W 2.75 in D 4 in
Murano Gambaro Poggi Green Red Blue Italian Art Glass Turtle Figure Paperweight
By Gambaro & Poggi
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand green, red, and blue Italian art glass sea turtle figurine
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
H 2.5 in W 3.5 in D 5.25 in
Flavio Poli Sommerso Turquoise Blue Yellow Diamond Faceted Murano Art Glass Bowl
By Flavio Poli
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching Turquoise Murano glass faceted bowl or ashtray by Flavio Poli. Italy, 1950s.
Unusual
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass
H 2.96 in Dm 4.73 in
Barovier Toso Murano Teal Pink Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Bird Figurine
By Ercole Barovier, Barovier&Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown teal green, pink, gold flecks and bubbles Italian art glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 4.5 in W 2.5 in D 3.5 in
Murano Gold Leaf Queen Figure Holding Flowers Italian Art Glass Woman Sculpture
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Barovier&Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Gorgeous large vintage Murano hand blown gold flecks on opal base Italian art glass Queen Woman
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
Murano Vintage White Red Bow Italian Art Glass Decorative Kitty Cat Sculpture
By Salviati, Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful and extra large, vintage Murano hand blown clear glass over white Italian art glass kitty
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
H 12 in W 4.25 in D 9.25 in
Barbini Murano Pulegoso Black Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Kitty Cat Sculpture
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Pulegoso bubbles, over black core and gold flecks Italian art
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 5.75 in W 2.5 in D 4 in
Barbini Murano Pulegoso Gray Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Kitty Cat Sculpture
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Pulegoso bubbles, over black core and gold flecks Italian art
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 5.88 in W 2.25 in D 4 in
Seguso Murano Sommerso Red Orange Italian Art Glass Regal Kitty Cat Sculpture
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
red "Made In Italy - Murano" label underneath. Very nicely sculptured face, body and tail, giving it
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
H 9.25 in W 5.25 in D 6 in
Alfredo Barbini Murano Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Kitty Cat Sculpture Figure
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown white and gold flecks Italian art glass kitty cat sculpture
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 6 in W 4 in D 2.5 in
Roberto Camozzo for Wyland, Tiger Hunting Shark on Base Murano Glass 90s, Signed
By Robert Wyland, Camozzo, Livio Seguso
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
.
Sharks were produced in Murano but were mostly diving or jumping dolphins with a shark face. These were
Category
1990s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
H 14.77 in W 19.69 in D 6.3 in
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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of murano face glass on 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, art glass and murano glass. Your living room may not be complete without a piece of murano face glass — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each item from our selection of murano face glass bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular. Murano, Fratelli Toso and Ansolo Fuga each produced at least one beautiful choice in our collection of murano face glass that is worth considering.
How Much is a Murano Face Glass?
A piece of murano face glass can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $773, while the lowest priced sells for $395 and the highest can go for as much as $6,000.
Questions About Murano Face 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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, 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 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, 2023Whether Murano glass holds its value depends on a variety of factors, including how well it’s cared for as well as demand and supply. Antique Murano art glass can fetch thousands of dollars at auction depending on the brand, the history of the work, the technique used to design the piece and more. The first step in determining if your Murano glass object has held its value is determining its authenticity. To tell if a Murano glass vase is real, look for the name of the shop that produced it on the bottom. Then, use trusted online resources to determine if the workshop is in Murano, Italy. Bear in mind that authentic pieces normally do not have the word "Murano" on their labels. If you need assistance authenticating a particular vase, you may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer. Because it can be difficult to predict how the value of items will change over time, choose decorative objects that appeal to you. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Murano glassware from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 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.
- 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.
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