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Murano Glass Beaded Fashion Necklace
By Paola B.
Located in Dallas, TX
A unique small gold and brown multi strands Murano glass beaded necklace, with a larger Murano
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2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Blue Murano glass beaded necklace
By Paola B.
Located in Dallas, TX
Blue multi strands Murano glass beads fashion necklace. Unique, hand made by artist Paola B. in
Category

2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Murano Glass Beads Purple & Clear Bracelet
By Paola B.
Located in Dallas, TX
Purple and clear multi strands Murano glass beads bracelet. Unique, handmade by artist Paola B. in
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2010s Italian Artist Beaded Bracelets

Gold Murano Glass Beaded Fashion Necklace
By Paola B.
Located in Dallas, TX
Gold and yellow hues Murano glass beads costume necklace. Unique, hand made by artist Paola B. in
Category

2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces

  • Gold Murano Glass Beaded Fashion Necklace
  • Gold Murano Glass Beaded Fashion Necklace
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W 1.57 in. L 20 in.
Purple Murano Glass Beaded Fashion Necklace
By Paola B.
Located in Dallas, TX
Purple and pink hues Murano glass beads costume necklace. Unique, hand made by artist Paola B. in
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2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Silver

  • Purple Murano Glass Beaded Fashion Necklace
  • Purple Murano Glass Beaded Fashion Necklace
  • Purple Murano Glass Beaded Fashion Necklace
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W 1.57 in. L 21 in.
Murano Glass Bead Sampler Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Murano Glass bead necklace of handmade glass. The asymetrical necklace's beads are a varied
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Vintage 1970s Italian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Bronze, Gilt Metal

  • Murano Glass Bead Sampler Necklace
  • Murano Glass Bead Sampler Necklace
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  • Murano Glass Bead Sampler Necklace
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W 1.15 in. L 17.50 in.
Artist Murano glass beaded fashion necklace
By Paola B.
Located in Dallas, TX
Amber, brown, gold and orange multi strands Murano glass beads necklace; with unique Murano glass
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2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver

Murano glass beads blue & gold fashion necklace
By Paola B.
Located in Dallas, TX
Cobalt Blue and gold multi strands Murano glass beads necklace. Unique, handmade by artist Paola B
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2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Silver Murano Glass Beaded Fashion Necklace
By Paola B.
Located in Dallas, TX
Silver, steel color multi strands Murano glass beads necklace. Unique, hand made by artist Paola B
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2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Murano Glass Beads Blue & Silver Fashion Necklace
By Paola B.
Located in Dallas, TX
Blue, silver and black multi strands Murano glass beads necklace. Unique, hand made by artist Paola
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2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Silver

  • Murano Glass Beads Blue & Silver Fashion Necklace
  • Murano Glass Beads Blue & Silver Fashion Necklace
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Dm 1.57 in. L 18.3 in.
Amber Murano glass Beaded Fashion Necklace
By Paola B.
Located in Dallas, TX
glass beads, 24 carats gold micro beads, Miyuki beads and Swarovski glass beads, leather, fabric
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2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

24k Gold, Silver

Amber and Gold Murano Glass Beads Fashion Bracelet
By Paola B.
Located in Dallas, TX
Amber and gold Murano glass beads costume bracelet. Unique, hand made by artist Paola B. in Venise
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2010s Italian Artist Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver

Red and Gold Murano Glass Beads Costume Necklace
By Paola B.
Located in Dallas, TX
Red and gold Murano glass beads costume necklace. Unique, hand made by artist Paola B. in Venise
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2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver

Black and gold Murano glass beaded necklace
By Paola B.
Located in Dallas, TX
Venezia Vetro Acqua e Terra, and AMA: Associazione Maestri Artigiani del Vetro. Made of: Murano glass
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2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Silver

Millefiori Murano Glass Bead Necklace with Barrel Clasp
Located in London, GB
Millefiori murano glass bead necklace on red knotted thread, with gold tone caps and a barrel clasp
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Mid-20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces

ISABEL CANOVAS Turban Head Multi Strand Gold Foil Murano Glass Bead Necklace
By Isabel Canovas
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage ISABEL CANOVAS Turban Head Multi Strand Gold Foil Murano Glass Bead Necklace Measurements
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20th Century French Beaded Necklaces

Pair of Purple Murano Glass Beads Earrings
By Paola B.
Located in Dallas, TX
Purple and pink hues Murano glass beads drop earrings. Unique, hand made by artist Paola B. in
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2010s Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Silver

  • Pair of Purple Murano Glass Beads Earrings
  • Pair of Purple Murano Glass Beads Earrings
  • Pair of Purple Murano Glass Beads Earrings
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W 1.18 in. L 2.16 in.
Blue Beaded Murano glass fashion necklace
By Paola B.
Located in Dallas, TX
Marine blue and sky blue Murano glass beads costume necklace. Unique, hand made by artist Paola B
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2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

  • Blue Beaded Murano glass fashion necklace
  • Blue Beaded Murano glass fashion necklace
  • Blue Beaded Murano glass fashion necklace
  • Blue Beaded Murano glass fashion necklace
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Dm 0.98 in. L 22 in.
Signed Uno De 50 Turquoise Murano Glass Bead Multi Tier Silver Leather Necklace
By Uno De 50
Located in Montreal, QC
Stunning Uno de 50 Necklace with and Turquoise Murano glass beads on layers of brown Leather Suede
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Turquoise, Silver

Octagonal Mirror with Murano Glass Beads, Early 20th Century
By Arte Nuova Murano
Located in Paris, FR
Murano glass mirror with glazing beads and cut sides. This charming Venetian mirror of octagonal
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20th Century Italian Rococo Wall Mirrors

Materials

Murano Glass, Wood

Tambour Large Flush Mount by David Duncan, Brass Flush Mount, Murano Glass Beads
By David Duncan
Located in New York, NY
center on underside. The sides of this versatile fixture feature over-scaled Murano glass beads
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2010s American Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Blue Beaded Murano glass Fashion Necklace
By Paola B.
Located in Dallas, TX
Sky blue, purple and dark blue multi strands Murano glass and Swarovski beads necklace. Unique
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2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Silver

  • Blue Beaded Murano glass Fashion Necklace
  • Blue Beaded Murano glass Fashion Necklace
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Dm 0.78 in. L 19.3 in.
Sterling silver necklace of vintage brooches,sterling beads and Murano glass .
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
crowd.The vintage Murano glass beads were purchased in Venice and add drama to this piece, The silver ‘peas
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Mid-20th Century American Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces

Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce Wall Light with Murano Glass Beads
By Arredoluce, Angelo Lelii, Venini
Located in Waalwijk, NL
surprisingly ornamental adorned with Murano beads produced by the esteemed Italian glass company Venini. Each
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Steel

Vintage Murano glass Cooper-black Italian Lampwork Necklace
Located in Wallkill, NY
A STUNNING strand of vintage Murano Glass Beads. These Have copper, blue and cream in the oval
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Vintage 1930s Italian Beaded Necklaces

60" Pastel Pink & Blue Foil Murano Glass Bead Necklace, 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
white, baby blue and pastel pink glass beads - Clear faceted accent beads - Foil Murano / Venetian
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Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

LB Wedgewood vintage enamel and Murano glass beads baroque pearls necklace SS
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
pearls, vintage Murano glass, vintage Chinese enamel beads,sterling silver Mexican round beads, and
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Mid-20th Century English Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Oriental Pearl, Sterling Silver

Venetian Murano Foiled Glass Beads
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Venetian Murano Foiled Glass Beads from the 1950's. Metal foil strips are inserted into the
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Vintage 1950s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

  • Venetian Murano Foiled Glass Beads
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W .65 in. L 22 in.
Napier 1950s Murano Glass & Gold Bead Bib Necklace
By Napier
Located in New York, NY
with three strands of gold plate and glass beads that meet a a single stand on each side. The largest
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Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Base Metal

  • Napier 1950s Murano Glass & Gold Bead Bib Necklace
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H 2.5 in. D 1 in. L 18.5 in.
Vintage Murano Glass Lampwork Tubular Beaded Multi Strand Necklace
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Murano Glass Lampwork Tubular Beaded Multi Strand Necklace Measurements: Centre Drop: 6.69
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Vintage 1980s German Beaded Necklaces

Artglass necklace Murano beads with gold flux, in bright green
Located in Berlin, DE
Artglass necklace Murano beads with gold flux, in bright green artfully worked glass balls with
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

46" Venetian Glass Wedding Cake Beaded Necklace, 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Murano glass lamp work beads in various pastel colors - Clasp closure - Circa 1950s - Estate
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Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Green Murano Glass Fashion Pendant Necklace
Located in Dallas, TX
Murano glass pendant costume necklace, Italy. The Murano glass convex ornement and the brass hook
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces

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H 18.9 in. Dm 2.17 in.
Black and Pearly Murano glass pendant necklace
Located in Dallas, TX
Murano glass pendant Black, Gold, Silver and Pearly White necklace, Italy 2000s. The Murano glass
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces

  • Black and Pearly Murano glass pendant necklace
  • Black and Pearly Murano glass pendant necklace
  • Black and Pearly Murano glass pendant necklace
  • Black and Pearly Murano glass pendant necklace
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H 18.12 in. Dm 1.97 in.
Tambour Flush Mount with Oval Beads by David Duncan
By David Duncan
Located in New York, NY
glass with finial in center on underside, the sides with over-scaled oval Murano glass beads
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2010s American Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Vintage carved wooden Chinese beads,Bakelite,soapstone barrels,OOAK necklace.
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
wooden,inlaid beads,carnelian and Murano glass beads . Vintage and newer sterling silver beads enhance
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Mid-20th Century American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Sterling Silver

Christian Dior 1980s Runway Murano Art Glass Extra-Long Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Atlanta, GA
with dangling tassel. The necklace is all built with hand-blown Murano, Italy art glass beads and
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Murano necklace Millefiori around 1950 , Midcentury glass art from Venice
Located in Berlin, DE
Murano necklace Millefiori around 1950 Necklace in the handcrafted style of the Millefiori (1000
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Beaded Murano Glass and Rock Crystal Flush Mount Chandelier w/ Oil Rubbed Bronze
Located in New York, NY
strands offer alternating cut and beveled translucent Murano glass beads; smoked volumetric rectangular
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20th Century Italian Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Bronze

One of a kind, handmade,vintage enamel brooch and carnelian,citrine and Murano.
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
and enamel brooch is the centerpiece on a string of carnelian,Citrine and Venetian glass beads
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Mid-20th Century Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Citrine, Gold-filled, Enamel

One of a kind,handmade,statement necklace with vintage French buckle and Murano.
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
glass beads and labradorite combined with vintage cobalt glass and sterling silver enhance the
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Mid-20th Century French Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Labradorite, Marcasite, Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel

Oval Tambour Pendant Light with Rods by David Duncan, Murano Glass, Brass Frame
By David Duncan
Located in New York, NY
Murano glass beads. This pendant light can be customized in various finishes, sizes, and drops to
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2010s American Art Deco Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

9 Light Cescendello Chandelier by Fortuny
By Fortuny
Located in San Francisco, CA
glass beads.
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20th Century Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Ephorus Swing Arm Sconces by David Duncan
By David Duncan
Located in New York, NY
A pair of custom swing arm sconces that feature two overscaled Murano glass beads, adding elegance
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

  • Ephorus Swing Arm Sconces by David Duncan
  • Ephorus Swing Arm Sconces by David Duncan
  • Ephorus Swing Arm Sconces by David Duncan
  • Ephorus Swing Arm Sconces by David Duncan
H 12 in. W 3.5 in. D 13.5 in.
Vintage Louis Feraud Jeweled Organza Statement Necklace
By Louis Feraud Paris
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Feraud Paris . The necklace is adorned by colorful French and Murano glass beads, and rhinestones, circa
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1990s French Artisan Choker Necklaces

Tambour Flush Mount Light Fixture by David Duncan
By David Duncan
Located in New York, NY
glass with finial in center on underside, the sides with overscaled Murano glass beads. The interior
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2010s American Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Swedish Gustavian Style Crystal and Gilded Iron Chandelier Handmade in Italy
Located in New York, NY
using large and heavy Murano glass crystals. Large, 1 inch octagonal Murano glass bead chains drape from
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Lorraine’s Bijoux one of a kind, handmade , statement necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
medallion and Murano glass cross pendant. Vintage blue Murano beads,pyrite,labradorite and Sterling beads.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Labradorite, Pyrite, Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Cut Steel

Large one of a kind, handmade,statement necklace with Tibetan pendant.
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
beads,Tibetan silver,Murano glass Mille fiore beads,bone rondelles. The clasp is a Native American
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Mid-20th Century Nepalese Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Chanel Important Anglo Indian Gripoix Bib
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel
Located in New York, NY
, rendered by studio Gripoix. Hundreds of handmade beads have been assembled to spectacular effect in this
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Vintage 1950s French Beaded Necklaces

Important Anglo Indian Gripoix Bib for Chanel
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
necklace, rendered by studio Gripoix. Hundreds of handmade beads have been assembled to spectacular
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Vintage 1950s French Beaded Necklaces

Tambour Pendant Light with Chain, by David Duncan, Nickel Finish, Glass Beads
By David Duncan
Located in New York, NY
center on its underside. The sides of this fixture feature over-scaled Murano glass beads. Diameter of
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2010s American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Tambour Hammered Pendant Light in Brass by David Duncan
By David Duncan
Located in New York, NY
with over-scaled Murano glass beads. An original design custom made by David Duncan Lighting. Interior
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2010s American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Vintage Bakelite centerpiece with vintage components and coral in handmade piece
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
findings of the same period. Brass Tibetan beads, Chinese coral and Murano glass beads finish this stunning
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Brass

Signed Hand Blown Italian Vetri Murano Footed Pitcher with Glass Bead Details
By Vedar - Vetri d'Arte
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful pitcher hand blown by Vetri Murano Italy. The Amber Glass pitcher is footed and has a
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Blown Glass

Tambour Pendant Ceiling Fixture with Rods in Brass by David Duncan
By David Duncan
Located in New York, NY
. Over-scaled, Murano glass beads encircle the light's frame, creating an elegant luminosity. Drop is
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2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Tambour Pendant Fixture with Rods by David Duncan, Polished Nickel, 24" Frame
Located in New York, NY
with over scaled Murano glass beads. Drop is adjustable and available with chain. Minimum drop is 14
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Nickel

Whimsical Red, Yellow, Green, Black Murano Italian Glass Bead Necklace
By Murano 5
Located in Ferndale, MI
Whimsical Italian glass necklace. Depicting different oddly funny faces.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Tambour Pendant with Chain in Polished Brass by David Duncan Studio
By David Duncan
Located in New York, NY
finial in center on underside. The sides with over-scaled Murano glass beads. Drop is adjustable with
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2010s European Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Ochre Millefiori Glass Plate by Ercole Moretti
By Ercole Moretti
Located in Palm Desert, CA
which glass mosaic beads are laid close to one another to produce distinctive decorative patterns on
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Early 2000s Italian Classical Roman Glass

Materials

Art Glass, Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

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Murano Glass Beads For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of murano glass beads is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of glass, murano glass and stone, all murano glass beads available were constructed with great care. We have 168 antique and vintage murano glass beads in-stock, while there are 4 modern editions to choose from as well. Murano glass beads have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of murano glass beads to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Hollywood Regency, Baroque and Mid-Century Modern murano glass beads are of considerable interest. Many murano glass beads are appealing in their simplicity, but David Duncan, Maison Baguès and Alessandro Pianon produced popular murano glass beads that are worth a look.

How Much are Murano Glass Beads?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,800, while they’re typically $95 on the low end and $12,395 highest priced.
Questions About Murano Glass Beads
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. Find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Although Murano glass is usually brightly colored, there are a few varieties of clear Murano glass. Cristallo glass, which is achieved by a process of bleaching, is a type of clear Murano glass. Shop a range of antique and vintage Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Murano Aventurine is glass that has been decorated with a surface effect which resembles shimmering specks found in quartz. This technique was pioneered by Murano in the 17th century. On 1stDibs, find Murano glass products from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Authentic Murano glass often, but not always, includes labels with the name of the workshop, the signature of the glass master and a certificate of authenticity. To best determine if a Murano glass is authentic, look up the location of the factory found on the label. All authentic Murano glass is produced in Venice or Murano. Always purchase Murano glass from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Browse a selection of authentic Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Murano glass, from the Venetian island of Murano, is world-renowned for excellent craftsmanship and a wide variety of colors and decorations. The glassmakers of Murano use methods honed over centuries to create rich colors and designs by mixing different minerals during the process. Many examples contain gold and silver flecks inside the glass. You’ll find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Murano glass can break. Generally considered very durable, Murano glass is still made of glass and it is susceptible to breaks if it’s improperly handled or dropped. Known as some of the best glass produced in the world, unfortunately it can still break. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    There is no real difference between Venetian glass and Murano glass. While both Venetian glass and Murano glass come from Murano Island, Venice is a more popular location than Murano, hence it is called widely as Venetian glass. You can use both search terms to find the best piece for you on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To 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, 2022
    Murano 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 ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    How much Murano glass is worth depends on the size as well as on other factors. New Murano glass necklaces may cost up to $35 depending on the number of beads — a vintage Murano glass necklace may garner considerably more money — whereas a vase made of Murano glass can cost a few thousand dollars. Antique Murano art glass can fetch thousands of dollars at auction depending on the brand, the history of the piece, the technique used to design the piece and more. Find a collection of antique and vintage Murano glass jewelry and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To tell if a Murano glass fruit is real, look for the signature of the artist or factory on the piece. Authentic Murano glass often, but not always, includes labels with the name of the workshop, the signature of the glass master and a certificate of authenticity. Use trusted online resources to determine if the maker's location is or was in Murano, in northeastern Italy. Seeing the word "Murano" on a glass decorative object doesn't mean that it is authentic. In fact, most genuine pieces won't show the word "Murano." Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. If you need assistance authenticating a piece, seek the help of a licensed appraiser. Shop a selection of Murano glass decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Murano glass does indeed have a pontil mark. Murano glass is individually blown in Venice, Italy, and the mark at the bottom is made by the rod used by the artisan when they shape the piece. Shop a collection of Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    All Murano glass pieces are either hand-blown or mouth-blown in Murano, Italy. This will cause small imperfections like air bubbles or a Pontil mark. In addition, the glass master will leave his signature on the piece indicating its authenticity. It’s important to purchase from a vetted seller or vendor to ensure authenticity. Shop authentic Murano glass pieces from 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a variety of ways to ensure the authenticity of your Murano glass clown. The easiest way is with a certificate of authenticity, which comes with all Murano glass pieces. It should state that the piece was made in Venice or Murano. Any other location is not Murano glass. Always purchase Murano glass from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Shop a large collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The easiest way to tell if a bead is glass or plastic is to feel it. Glass beads will be cooler to the touch, whereas plastic beads will be closer to room temperature and warm up quickly in your hands. Another test you can perform is to listen to the sound. Glass has a distinctive ring since it’s harder whereas plastic is softer and has a duller sound. Shop a range of vintage glass bead pieces on 1stDibs.

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