What is Murano glass?

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.

Does Murano glass have markings?

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.

Does Murano glass break?

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.

How is Murano glass marked?

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.

What are the characteristics of Murano glass?

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.

What is Murano glass made of?

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.

Where is Murano glass signed?

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.

Where does Murano glass come from?

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.

Can Murano glass be clear?

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.

What is Aventurine in Murano glass?

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.

Why is it called Murano glass?

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.

Is Murano glass valuable?

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.

Is Murano glass worth it?

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.

Is Murano blown glass?

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.

How can I identify Murano glass?

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.

What is the difference between Venetian glass and Murano glass?

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.

Is Murano glass worth anything?

Yes, 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.

Does Murano glass have a Pontil mark?

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.

How can you tell if a glass fruit is Murano?

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.

How do I know if my Murano glass is blown?

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.

Murano Glass Aquariums

Murano Hand Blown Fish Blue

Glass Block Sculpture

Vintage Murano Glass Aquarium Paperweight

$1,150

Vintage Murano Glass Aquarium Paperweight

Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen

Vintage Murano glass aquarium with nine multicolored fishes.

Category

20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Vibrant, Heavy Murano Glass Aquarium Sculpture with Multicolored Millefiori Fish

$550

Vibrant, Heavy Murano Glass Aquarium Sculpture with Multicolored Millefiori Fish

By Murano 5

Located in San Diego, CA

Vibrant, Heavy Murano Glass Aquarium Sculpture with Multicolored Millefiori Fish, circa 1980s.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Alfredo Barbini for Cenedese Mid Century Murano Glass Aquarium, Italy 1960s

$910

Alfredo Barbini for Cenedese Mid Century Murano Glass Aquarium, Italy 1960s

By Alfredo Barbini, Gino Cenedese

Located in München, BY

Beautiful Murano glass aquarium attributed to Alfredo Barbini for Cendese, Italy 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Modern in Vetro Murano Glass Aquarium Fish & Cat, by C. Tagliapietra, Italy

$164

Modern in Vetro Murano Glass Aquarium Fish & Cat, by C. Tagliapietra, Italy

By Cenedese

Located in Andernach, DE

Beautiful original Murano glass aquarium with cat preying on two fish by a master of glass art Cristian Tagliapietra.

Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Aquarium Sculpture by Alfredo Barbini, Italy, 1960s

$17,040

Murano Glass Aquarium Sculpture by Alfredo Barbini, Italy, 1960s

By Alfredo Barbini

Located in Oirlo, LI

Murano Glass Aquarium by Alfredo Barbini for Cenedese, 1960s Rare Piece by Alfredo Barbini Murano art glass aquarium with three fish, squid, sea cat jellyfish and seahorses in an aq...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Murano Glass Aquarium Sculpture Block Alfredo Barbini Cenedese Art Glass Fish

$5,200Sale Price|20% Off

Murano Glass Aquarium Sculpture Block Alfredo Barbini Cenedese Art Glass Fish

By Alfredo Barbini, Cenedese

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Rare genuine large murano glass aquarium sculpture by renowned murano glass artist Alfredo Barbini for Cenedese circa 1950. featuring four colorful fish swimming through multicolored...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Uranium Glass

Medium Mid Century Murano Glass Aquarium Attrib. to Alfredo Barbini For Cenedese

$1,950

Medium Mid Century Murano Glass Aquarium Attrib. to Alfredo Barbini For Cenedese

By Alfredo Barbini, Cenedese

Located in Westport, CT

A POLYCHROME MURANO GLASS AQUARIUM WITH THREE FISH Attributable to Alfredo Barbini (1912 – 2007), Murano, Venice, Italy, ca. 1950 Dimensions: 7″ wide, 6″ high, 2.5″ deep Condition:...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Mid 20th Century "Murano Glass Aquarium" by Elio Rafaelli

$1,980

Mid 20th Century "Murano Glass Aquarium" by Elio Rafaelli

Located in London, GB

This charming Murano glass aquarium by Elio Raffaeli presents a lively underwater scene encased within a clear, organically shaped glass form.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Murano Glass Aquarium Sculpture by Archimede Seguso, Italy, 1950

$1,070

Murano Glass Aquarium Sculpture by Archimede Seguso, Italy, 1950

By Archimede Seguso

Located in SYDNEY, AU

Seguso Aquarium with three fish swimming amongst sea weed.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Aquarium Sculptures by AVEM, Italy

$700

Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Aquarium Sculptures by AVEM, Italy

By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM)

Located in SYDNEY, AU

Two Aquarium block sculptures encased in clear glass with internal polychrome fish and marine plants. Paper labels: AVEM Made in Italy.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Riccardo Licata Midcentury Murano Glass "Aquarium" Sculpture for Cenedese, 1960s

$1,222Sale Price|20% Off

Riccardo Licata Midcentury Murano Glass "Aquarium" Sculpture for Cenedese, 1960s

By Riccardo Licata, Cenedese

Located in Roma, IT

Wonderful sculpture in blown Murano artistic crystal glass. This fantastic item was designed in Italy during the 1960s and it is attributed to the artist Riccardo Licata for Cenedese...

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass, Art Glass

Murano Glass Aquarium by Gino Cenedese with Two Fishes, Paperweight

$705

Murano Glass Aquarium by Gino Cenedese with Two Fishes, Paperweight

By Gino Cenedese

Located in Bresso, Lombardy

Murano, Italy, 1980s. This rare decorative object, which can also be used as a paperweight, depicts two colored fishes in an aquarium with its own algae and corals.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Aquarium by Alfredo Barbini, Hand-Crafted, Italy, 1960's

$780

Murano Glass Aquarium by Alfredo Barbini, Hand-Crafted, Italy, 1960's

By Alfredo Barbini

Located in SYDNEY, AU

Large single fish aquarium by Alfredo Barbini for Cenedese

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Large Two Jelly Fish Murano Glass Aquarium Cenedese Style, Italy 1980s

$1,527

Large Two Jelly Fish Murano Glass Aquarium Cenedese Style, Italy 1980s

By Cenedese

Located in Rome, IT

Amazing large sculpture or paperweight in murano art glass in the style of Cenedese. It's showing two Jelly Fish inside, in two different colors, floating on controlled bubbles. Ma...

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Glass Sculpture Aquarium/Reef - Blue Waves, Signed, 1950s

$2,278

Murano Glass Sculpture Aquarium/Reef - Blue Waves, Signed, 1950s

Located in Kastrup, DK

Murano glass aquarium/reef featuring three fish gracefully swimming amidst captivating blue glass waves.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Artistic Handmade Aquarium Murano Glass by Roberto Beltrami

$2,174 / item

Artistic Handmade Aquarium Murano Glass by Roberto Beltrami

By Roberto Beltrami

Located in Murano, VE

Elevate your space with this exquisite Murano glass aquarium, expertly crafted using the sommerso technique.

Category

2010s Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

MCM Art Glass Fish Aquarium Sculpture by Murano Glass

$320

MCM Art Glass Fish Aquarium Sculpture by Murano Glass

By Murano 5

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful MCM art glass double side fish aquarium sculpture by Murano Glass, circa 1970s.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Beautiful Two Jellyfish Bag Murano Italian Art Glass Aquarium Statue Object

$490

Beautiful Two Jellyfish Bag Murano Italian Art Glass Aquarium Statue Object

By Murano Glass Sommerso

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Beautiful stunning Murano hand blown aquarium design Italian art glass sculpture.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

MCM Art Glass Fish Aquarium Sculpture by Murano Glass

$760Sale Price|20% Off

MCM Art Glass Fish Aquarium Sculpture by Murano Glass

By Murano 5

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful MCM art glass double side fish aquarium sculpture by Murano Glass, circa 1970s.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair Murano Art Glass Barbini Aquarium Paperweight Sculptures with Fish Seaweed

$1,200 / set

Pair Murano Art Glass Barbini Aquarium Paperweight Sculptures with Fish Seaweed

By Alfredo Barbini

Located in Ann Arbor, MI

PAIR Murano art glass Barbini Aquarium paperweight sculptures with fish and seaweed encased in the solid glass sculpture.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Vintage Double Side Two Fish Aquarium Sculpture, Murano, Italy, 1970s

$760

Vintage Double Side Two Fish Aquarium Sculpture, Murano, Italy, 1970s

By Murano Glass Sommerso

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Beautiful Murano hand blown aquarium Italian art glass sculpture.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Paper Way Fish Aquarium

$220Sale Price|20% Off

Murano Glass Paper Way Fish Aquarium

By Arte Nuova Murano

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful double-sided glass fish aquarium by Italian Murano. Nice condition, no chips or cracks.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Mid-20th Century Glass "Aquarium with Jellyfish" by Elio Rafaelli

$2,109

Mid-20th Century Glass "Aquarium with Jellyfish" by Elio Rafaelli

By Elio Raffaeli

Located in London, GB

A captivating Murano glass aquarium by Elio Rafaelli presents an enchanting underwater tableau, delicately suspended within a crystal-clear form.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century Modern Italian Glass Studio of Murano Handcrafted Fish Aquarium

$1,800

Mid-Century Modern Italian Glass Studio of Murano Handcrafted Fish Aquarium

By Murano 5

Located in Miami, FL

Mid-Century Modern splendid aquarium with two colorful fish and controlled bubble by Murano.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Magnificent Aquarium Sculpture - Murano Glass

$2,209 / item

Magnificent Aquarium Sculpture - Murano Glass

By Roberto Beltrami

Located in Murano, VE

Experience the captivating elegance of the ocean with our exquisite Aquarium sculpture, a singular work of art meticulously handcrafted from Murano glass.

Category

2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Art Glass Gold Fish Bag Aquarium Sculpture Paperweight Figurine Murano Italy

$950

Art Glass Gold Fish Bag Aquarium Sculpture Paperweight Figurine Murano Italy

By Zanetti Murano, Oscar Zanetti

Located in Palm Beach, FL

A particularly fine example of a murano Italian art glass gold fish in a bag aquarium sculpture, paperweight or figurine hand made on the venetian island of murano in Italy by master...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Cenedese Murano Italian Art Glass Two Fishes Aquarium Block

$822Sale Price|22% Off

Cenedese Murano Italian Art Glass Two Fishes Aquarium Block

By Cenedese

Located in Rome, IT

Beautiful Murano glass art block depicting two colored fishes in an aquarium with its own algae and corals.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass

Cenedese Artistic Handmade Egg "Aquarium" Murano Glass Sculpture, Italy 1960s

$1,516

Cenedese Artistic Handmade Egg "Aquarium" Murano Glass Sculpture, Italy 1960s

By Cenedese, Alfredo Barbini

Located in Roma, IT

Impressive large hand blown egg-shaped Aquarium sculpture in Murano glass. This unique piece was designed by Barbini for Cenedese in Murano, Italy in the 1960s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Art Glass Swimming Fish Aquarium Italian Vintage Sculpture Paperweight

$500

Murano Art Glass Swimming Fish Aquarium Italian Vintage Sculpture Paperweight

By Riccardo Licata, Cenedese

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso swimming fish aquarium Italian art glass paperweight / sculpture.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

1960s Mid- Century Modern - Murano Italy - Glass Aquarium Glass Fish Sculpture

$650

1960s Mid- Century Modern - Murano Italy - Glass Aquarium Glass Fish Sculpture

By Cenedese, Alfredo Barbini

Located in St. Louis, MO

1960's mid-century modern Murano glass fish aquarium glass art sculpture with chiseled effect edges.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Contemporary Chinese Glass Fish Aquarium in the style of Glass Studio Murano

$469

Contemporary Chinese Glass Fish Aquarium in the style of Glass Studio Murano

Located in London, England

An incredibly detailed glass aquarium with three striped fish with orange tails and fins.

Category

2010s Chinese Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Orange Gold Fish Italian Art Glass Aquarium Block Sculpture, Cenedese Murano

$528

Orange Gold Fish Italian Art Glass Aquarium Block Sculpture, Cenedese Murano

By Cenedese

Located in Roma, IT

Beautiful handmade Murano glass sculpture.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano AVeM Purple Red Green Swimming Double Fish Italian Art Glass Aquarium

$1,200

Murano AVeM Purple Red Green Swimming Double Fish Italian Art Glass Aquarium

By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM)

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful and large, vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso double fish Italian art glass aquarium block sculpture.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Murano Art Glass Fish Sculpture Aquarium Gold Nautical Mid Century Figurine Sea

$1,250

Murano Art Glass Fish Sculpture Aquarium Gold Nautical Mid Century Figurine Sea

Located in Palm Beach, FL

A fine and whimsical Murano art glass fish or dolphin sculpture made of clear and colored glass with an aquarium in the center of the fish's belly contaning two goldfish surrounded b...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Gold, Gold Plate, Gold Leaf

Glass aquarium paperweight by Gino Mazzuccato

$940

Glass aquarium paperweight by Gino Mazzuccato

By Gino Mazzuccato

Located in Lugo, IT

Glass aquarium paperweight or decorative object by Gino Mazzuccato. Good condition. Thank you.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Mounted Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Cenedese Orange White Silver Flecks Italian Art Glass Fish Aquarium Block

$1,650

Murano Cenedese Orange White Silver Flecks Italian Art Glass Fish Aquarium Block

By Cenedese, Alfredo Barbini

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown double fish Italian art glass aquarium sculpture.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Cenedese Aquarium /Fish Tank Murano Glass, Sculpture/Paperweight Attr Licata

$1,600

Cenedese Aquarium /Fish Tank Murano Glass, Sculpture/Paperweight Attr Licata

By Riccardo Licata, Cenedese

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Great aquarium, fish tank in Murano Glass, by Cenedese and attributed to Riccardo Licata, well known Murano artist.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Glass

2 Murano Italian Art Glass Sea Turtle Aquarium Figurines Paperweights Pair

$235 / set

2 Murano Italian Art Glass Sea Turtle Aquarium Figurines Paperweights Pair

Located in Dayton, OH

Pair of hand blown Italian art glass figurines / paperweights or hand chillers in the shape of sea turtles with a miniature aquarium scene of two more turtles inside their shells. Me...

Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Murano Vintage Double Fish Swim In Algae Italian Aquarium Sculpture Paperweight

$750

Murano Vintage Double Fish Swim In Algae Italian Aquarium Sculpture Paperweight

By Cenedese, Riccardo Licata

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso double fish aquarium Italian art glass sculpture.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Huge Alfredo Barbini Cenedese Aquarium Object 1960s

$3,878 / item

Huge Alfredo Barbini Cenedese Aquarium Object 1960s

By Cenedese, Alfredo Barbini

Located in Munich, DE

Very colorful and heavy Murano glass block Aquarium with inclusions of three fishes and sea plants within clear glass.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Gino Cendese Murano Glass Aquarium, Italy, circa 1950

Unavailable|~~$2,041~~

Gino Cendese Murano Glass Aquarium, Italy, circa 1950

By Gino Cenedese

Located in Macclesfield, Cheshire

Gino Cendese Murano glass aquarium. Design attributed to Riccardo Licata. 3 dimensional water scene created from 3 colorless glass panels with polychrome fish.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Large Murano Glass Aquarium Kissing Fish in Gino Cenedese Style

Unavailable|~~$2,640~~

Large Murano Glass Aquarium Kissing Fish in Gino Cenedese Style

By Gino Cenedese

Located in Frisco, TX

A large Murano glass aquarium in the style of Gino Cenedese.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Large Murano Glass Aquarium Two Fish in Gino Cenedese Style

Unavailable|~~$2,500~~

Large Murano Glass Aquarium Two Fish in Gino Cenedese Style

By Gino Cenedese

Located in Frisco, TX

A large Murano glass aquarium by Gino Cenedese. Design attributed to Riccardo Licata.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Huge Glass Block Cannocchie Signed A. Barbini Murano Glass, circa 1960

Unavailable|~~$9,500~~

Huge Glass Block Cannocchie Signed A. Barbini Murano Glass, circa 1960

By Alfredo Barbini

Located in Zurich, CH

Alfredo Barbini for Pauly Murano glass 'Aquarium Block' Alfredo Barbini for Pauly Murano glass 'Aquarium Block', circa 1955, the clear form suspending a lobster.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

20th Century Handblown Murano Aquarium

Unavailable|~~$569~~

20th Century Handblown Murano Aquarium

By Giorgio Giuman

Located in Montichiari, IT

Handblown vintage aquarium, with two well-done fishes. Made in Italy, in 2005. In excellent condition.

Category

Early 2000s Italian International Style Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Romano Dona, Murano Glass, Fish Aquarium Disc Sculpture, 20th Century

Unavailable|~~$2,115~~

Romano Dona, Murano Glass, Fish Aquarium Disc Sculpture, 20th Century

By Romano Donà

Located in London, GB

Circular fish aquarium sculpture by Romano Dona, luminous blue glass border with clear domed centre.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Very Nice Murano Glass and Mosaic Sculpture with Small Aquariums

Unavailable|~~$2,937~~

Very Nice Murano Glass and Mosaic Sculpture with Small Aquariums

By Manuel Bortolotto

Located in Venice-Lido, IT

A beautiful and one of a kind Murano glass and mosaic sculpture with stainless steel sides to represent a small barrier reef. Made by Manuel Bortolotto in 2012. Check other Art Wo...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Stainless Steel

Very Rare Aquarium by Gino Cenedese, Ricardo Licata, Murano, Alfredo Barbini

Unavailable|~~$5,076~~

Very Rare Aquarium by Gino Cenedese, Ricardo Licata, Murano, Alfredo Barbini

By Ricardo Licatta, Gino Cenedese, Alfredo Barbini

Located in Zurich, CH

First production early 1950s. Colorless glass with polychrome smelted underwater decor, a sea horses, a jellyfish and two fishes. Surfaces on all sides, ground smooth to a cube. Li...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Archimede Seguso Murano Glass Aquarium

Sold|~~$2,000~~

Archimede Seguso Murano Glass Aquarium

By Archimede Seguso

Located in Mexico City, MX

An Italian 1950's Murano glass aquarium sculpture by Archimede Seguso.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Murano Glass

Large Murano Glass Aquarium, Archimede Seguso

Sold|~~$2,279~~

Large Murano Glass Aquarium, Archimede Seguso

By Archimede Seguso

Located in Kastrup, DK

Murano hand blown Italian art glass aquarium paperweight / sculpture.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Art Glass

Italian 1960s Murano Glass Aquarium by V.A.C.

Sold|~~$2,232~~

Italian 1960s Murano Glass Aquarium by V.A.C.

By Riccardo Licata

Located in Vienna, AT

Amazing vintage Italian Midcentury Murano glass fish aquarium in beautiful condition, manufactured on the island of Murano, near Venice, Italy.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Murano Glass

Alberto Dona 1980 Blue Red Yellow Green Murano Glass Aquarium Round Sculpture

Sold|~~$1,650~~

Alberto Dona 1980 Blue Red Yellow Green Murano Glass Aquarium Round Sculpture

By Alberto Donà

Located in New York, NY

This aquarium sculpture in blown Murano glass is signed by Alberto Dona', of flat round shape, decorated with three tridimensional colorful fishes amongst bubbles rising from a blue ...

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Vintage 1980s Italian Organic Modern Animal Sculptures

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Silver Leaf

Seguso Viro Glass Jellyfish Aquarium Block

Sold|~~$1,800~~

Seguso Viro Glass Jellyfish Aquarium Block

Located in Astoria, NY

Seguso Viro Venetian Murano glass Aquarium Block, containing a gold, indigo, and scarlet glass jellyfish along the ocean floor, the underside signed "Seguso Viro / Murano" Dimensio...

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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Animal Sculptures

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Art Glass

Artistic Handmade Aquarium Murano Glass by Roberto Beltrami

Sold|~~$1,551 / item~~

Artistic Handmade Aquarium Murano Glass by Roberto Beltrami

By Roberto Beltrami

Located in Murano, VE

Elevate your space with this exquisite Murano glass aquarium, expertly crafted using the sommerso technique.

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2010s Italian Animal Sculptures

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Art Glass

Glass Studio of Murano Aquarium

Sold|~~$1,800~~

Glass Studio of Murano Aquarium

By Murano 5

Located in Miami, FL

Splendid aquarium by the Glass Studio of Murano. Signed.

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Vintage 1980s Italian Sculptures

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Glass

Original Murano Hand Blown Italian Art Glass Aquarium Fish Bowl Paperweight

Sold|~~$150~~

Original Murano Hand Blown Italian Art Glass Aquarium Fish Bowl Paperweight

Located in Dayton, OH

Italian art glass fish bowl paperweight, made in Murano with five fish. With original sticker Made in Italy Murano Venezia. Measures: 8”.

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Late 20th Century Paperweights

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Murano Glass

Alfredo Barbini Aquarium Murano 2 Fish Glass Object for Cenedese 1960s

Sold|~~$1,410~~

Alfredo Barbini Aquarium Murano 2 Fish Glass Object for Cenedese 1960s

By Alfredo Barbini, Cenedese

Located in Munich, DE

Very colorful Murano glass block Aquarium with inclusions of two fishes and sea plants within clear glass, Italy circa 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Murano Glass

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Murano Glass Aquariums For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of murano glass aquariums available for sale. Frequently made of glass, murano glass and art glass, all murano glass aquariums available were constructed with great care. We have 46 antique and vintage murano glass aquariums in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. Murano glass aquariums have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Murano glass aquariums are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern and Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. If space is limited, there are small murano glass aquariums measuring 1.25 inches across. Many murano glass aquariums are appealing in their simplicity, but Cenedese, Alberto Donà and Murano produced popular murano glass aquariums that are worth a look.

How Much are Murano Glass Aquariums?

Murano glass aquariums can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,200, while the lowest priced sells for $150 and the highest can go for as much as $4,651.

Finding the Right Animal Sculptures for You

Invite the untamed wonders of the animal kingdom into your home — and do so safely — with the antique, new and vintage animal sculptures available on 1stDibs.

Artists working in every medium from furniture design to jewelry to painting have found inspiration in wild animals over the years. For sculptors, three-dimensional animal renderings — both realistic and symbolic — crisscross history and continents. In as early as 210 B.C., intricately detailed terracotta horses guarded early Chinese tombs, while North America’s native Inuit tribes living in the ice-covered Arctic during the 1800’s wore small animal figurines carved from walrus ivory. Indeed, animal sculpture has a long history, and beginning in the 19th century, the art form started becoming not only fashionable but artistically validated — a trend that continues today. At home, animal sculptures — polished bronze rhinos crafted in the Art Deco style or ceramic dogs of the mid-century modern era — can introduce both playfulness and drama to your decor.

In the case of the frosted glass sculptures crafted by artisans at legendary French glassmaker Lalique, founded by jeweler and glass artist René Lalique, some animal sculptures are purely decorative. With their meticulously groomed horse manes and detailed contours of their parakeet feathers, these creatures want to be proudly displayed. Adding animal sculptures to your bookcases can draw attention to your covetable collection of vintage monographs, while side tables and wall shelving also make great habitats for these ornamental animal figurines.

Some sculptures, however, can find suitable nests in just about any corner of your space. Whimsical brass flamingos or the violent, realist bronze lions created by Parisian sculptor Antoine-Louis Barye are provocative and versatile pieces that can rest on windowsills or your desk. Otherwise, the brass cat shoehorns and bronze porcupine ashtrays designed by Viennese artist Walter Bosse are no longer roaming aimlessly throughout your living room, as they’ve found a purpose to serve.

Embark on your safari today and find a fascinating collection of vintage, modern and antique animal sculptures on 1stDibs.

Questions About Murano Glass Aquariums

What is Murano glass?
1 Answer
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.
Does Murano glass have markings?
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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.
Does Murano glass break?
1 Answer
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.
How is Murano glass marked?
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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.
What are the characteristics of Murano glass?
1 Answer
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.
What is Murano glass made of?
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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.
Where is Murano glass signed?
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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.
Where does Murano glass come from?
1 Answer
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.
Can Murano glass be clear?
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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.
What is Aventurine in Murano glass?
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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.
Why is it called Murano glass?
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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.
Is Murano glass valuable?
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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.
Is Murano glass worth it?
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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.
Is Murano blown glass?
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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.
How can I identify Murano glass?
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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.
What is the difference between Venetian glass and Murano glass?
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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.
Is Murano glass worth anything?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
Yes, 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.
Does Murano glass have a Pontil mark?
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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.
How can you tell if a glass fruit is Murano?
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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.
How do I know if my Murano glass is blown?
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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.