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Vintage "Bullicante" Murano Bowl in Green Glass, Seguso Style, Rare Decorative
By Seguso
Located in Milano, IT
Murano glass collectibles, and Mid-Century Modern furniture in general, check out our storefront Spinzi
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
$346 Sale Price
20% Off
H 2.76 in Dm 5.71 in
Large Decorative Centerpiece - Table Accent, Murano Art Glass by Vamsa 1940s
By Alfredo Barbini, V.A.M.S.A.
Located in Milano, IT
Rare Murano Glass - Collectible Murano - Big Art Glass Centerpiece
Big, thick, heavy and extremely
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
$7,217 Sale Price
20% Off
H 3.94 in Dm 10.63 in
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Murano Amber Green Glass Bookends - a Pair
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown green amber Italian art glass bookend sculptures. Can be used
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Murano Glass
$1,600 / set
H 9 in W 3.5 in D 6 in
Decorative Bowl in Blue "Bullicante" Murano Glass, Vintage Collectible
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage Decorative Object - Collectible Glass Bowl - Bullicante Murano Glass
Vintage bowl in
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$510 Sale Price
20% Off
H 2.37 in Dm 6.7 in
Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Sculpture / Block, Unusual Collectible, Rare
Located in Milano, IT
Rare Murano Sculpture - Modern Murano Art - Handblown Murano Glass
Unusual, attractive and heavy
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$986
H 7.88 in Dm 9.85 in
Vintage Murano Sommerso Collectible Sculpture Venini in Aquamarine glass
By Venini
Located in Milano, IT
While some Murano ashtrays come in simple shapes, others have more ornate and sculptural styles
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass
$2,405 Sale Price
20% Off
H 2.76 in W 8.67 in D 7.49 in
Big Opalescent Vase in Hand Blown Murano Glass, Blue Purple Gold Iridescent
Located in Milano, IT
Large Vase - Murano Glass - Collectible Design
This (very) big Murano vase is a sight to behold
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
$721 Sale Price
20% Off
H 13.39 in Dm 7.88 in
Vintage Ashtray in Green Sommerso Murano Glass, Coffee Table Accent, Collectible
Located in Milano, IT
Murano Glass - Table Decorative - Sculptural Accent
Many are the different types of glass created
Category
Vintage 1960s Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
$452 Sale Price
20% Off
H 2.76 in W 6.7 in D 6.7 in
Pair of Large Abstract Sommerso Bookends by Luciano Gaspari for Murano Glass
By Murano Glass Sommerso, Luciano Gaspari
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous pair of large abstract sommerso bookends by Luciano Gaspari for Murano Glass, circa 1960's
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Blown Glass
$1,920 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 8.5 in W 6 in D 8.25 in
Two Small Bowls in Murano Glass with Gold by Arte Muranese, Collectible Glass
By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM)
Located in Roma, IT
Two small bowls with gold. By Vetro Arte Muranese. Collectible Murano glass.
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$481 / set
H 3.15 in Dm 3.15 in
Vintage Murano Sommerso Collectible Sculpture Vase in Red and Clear Glass
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
While some Murano ashtrays come in simple shapes, others have more ornate and sculptural styles
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass
$413 Sale Price
20% Off
H 9.85 in Dm 3.15 in
Vintage Handcrafted Murano Red Glass Ornament Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage handcrafted necklace adorned with red Venetian glass beads and ornaments.
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Murano Glass, Art Glass
Organic Modern Italian Geometric Gray Purple Aqua Murano Glass Curtain / Divider
By Vévé Glass
Located in New York, NY
This customizable Murano glass curtain with an Art Deco flair in violet amethyst, gray, aquamarine
Category
2010s Italian Organic Modern Screens and Room Dividers
Materials
Chrome
$15,800
H 97 in W 47.25 in D 1.5 in
Organic Italian Geometric Gray Purple Aqua Blue Murano Glass Room Divider/Screen
By Vévé Glass
Located in New York, NY
This customizable Murano glass curtain with an Art Deco flair in purple amethyst, gray, aquamarine
Category
2010s Italian Organic Modern Screens and Room Dividers
Materials
Chrome
$15,800 / item
H 97 in W 47.25 in D 1.5 in
Late Victorian Murano Glass Mosaic on Black Jet Stone
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Late Victorian Murano glass mosaic on a black jet stone set in a golden filigree backing
Category
Antique 1890s American Late Victorian Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Murano Glass
$120 Sale Price
31% Off
H 1.5 in W 1.25 in D 1.75 in
Pair of Mid Century Murano Art Glass Aqua and Gold Vetro Sommerso Book Ends
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Tustin, CA
Very striking pair of hand made and mouth blown in Italy, Murano art glass sommerso twist motif
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Bookends
Materials
Murano Glass
$695 / set
H 7 in W 4 in D 3.5 in
Rare Murano Sculpture by Angelo Ballarin, Purple Sommerso, Italian Collectible
Located in Milano, IT
Rare Murano Glass - Decorative Murano Sculpture - Sommerso Murano Glass
Wonderful, highly
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$577 Sale Price
20% Off
H 7.09 in W 9.06 in D 2.76 in
Colorful Italian Silver Pendant Bracelet with Murano Glass Beads
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Colorful double roped bracelet in 925 sterling silver set with 10 Murano beads in Glass and 925
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Silver
$274 Sale Price
20% Off
H 7.49 in Dm 0.6 in
An art glass table lighter by Murano, mid 20th century
By Ars Murano, Flavio Poli
Located in View Park, CA
A vintage Italian art glass lighter by Murano, design attributed to Flavio Poli, circa 1950 - 1960
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Metal
Italian Murano Art Glass Fruit Bookends
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in New York, NY
object sculptures, circa mid to late-20th century, Italy. These beautiful Murano art glass fruits
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Bookends
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Seguso Smoke Set Murano Glass, 1940, Italy
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Milano, IT
Seguso smoke set Murano glass, 1940, Italy.
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Other Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Boho Glass Conch Shell After Murano
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Vintage Boho Glass Conch Shell After Murano is a captivating decorative piece that exudes
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Nautical Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Handblown Gold Flecked and Fused Black Murano Glass Carnivale Masks
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Murano glass carnivale masks. Handblown and molded gold flecked black cased glass with
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Murano Glass
$600 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 6.5 in W 5.5 in D 7 in
Gino Cenedese Ultra Rare Murano Glass Chess Set 1960s
By Gino Cenedese, Cenedese
Located in Meer, VAN
Gino Cenedese Ultra Rare Murano Glass Chess Set, Venice, Italy, 1960s.
This is a highly rare
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Games
Materials
Metal
Vintage Murano Glass Table Lighter And Ashtray Set
By Mandruzzato
Located in Torquay, GB
Vintage 1960s table lighter and ashtray set by Mandruzzato.
Both lighter and ashtray are in perfect condition.
The lighter works and produces sparks but will need to be refuelled.
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Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass
Pair of Illuminated Murano Glass Obelisks
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Murano glass obelisks retrofitted with LED bases.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Obelisks
Materials
Nickel
Seguso Paperweight Seguso Murano Glass 1950 Italy
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Milano, IT
Seguso paperweight Seguso Murano glass 1950 Italy.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Other Obelisks
Materials
Murano Glass
Romano Dona Vintage Signed Murano Glass Obelisk
By Romano Donà
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Exquisite, rare pair or glass Murano obelisks signed by master glass blower Romano Dona
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Obelisks
Materials
Murano Glass
Romano Dona Vintage Signed Murano Glass Obelisk
By Romano Donà
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Exquisite glass Murano obelisk signed by master glass blower Romano Dona. Black Murano glass
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Obelisks
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Green and Amber Murano Glass Coat Hanger 1970
Located in Florence, IT
Vintage Green and Amber Murano Glass Coat Hanger.
Available the pair and other colors combinations.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Murano Glass Pear Bookend Paperweight or Decorative Piece
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Glass Murano Hand Blown Pear Bookend or paperweight with interior burst of orange.
A wonderful
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Murano Glass
Sculptural floor lamp, Murano glass, 1970s , Collectible Decorative
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega, Leucos, Giusto Toso
Located in Milano, IT
Floor Lamp in glass - Mid century Lighting - Collectible Design
Wonderful, rare and collectible
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Floor Lamps
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass, Art Glass
$2,887 Sale Price
20% Off
H 47.25 in Dm 11.82 in
1930 Ercole Barovier Art Deco Iridescent Murano Glass Smoke Set
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Brescia, IT
Art Deco Smoking Set
Ercole Barovier
1930, Italy
Iridescent Murano Blown Glass
Perfect Condiction
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Murano Glass
Italian Murano Art Glass Fruit Bookends Decorative Objects, Pair
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and substantial set Italian Murano pear fruit and egg decorative art glass bookends or
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Bookends
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Mid-Century Nativity In Murano Glass Attributed To Gino Cenedese, 1960s
By Gino Cenedese
Located in Palermo, IT
Mid-Century Nativity in Murano glass attributed to Gino Cenedese, 1960s
Purchased by my
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Religious Items
Materials
Murano Glass
$5,413 / set
H 10.63 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in
Tommaso Barbi Table Lighter in Murano Glass, Italy, 1970s
By Tommaso Barbi
Located in Rome, IT
Elegant 1970s table lighter in Murano glass made by the Italian designer Tommaso Barbi.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Metal
Italian Murano Green Glass Wrapped Candy Christmas Tree Ornament
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This Italian Murano glass wrapped candy ornament will make a great addition to your decor whether
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Murano Glass
$128 Sale Price
20% Off
H 1.5 in W 3.5 in D 1.5 in
Decorative Floral Scene Theme Molded Glass Panel w/ Wrought Iron Stand Base MINT
By Vittorio Livi, Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Decorative Floral Scene Theme Molded Glass Panel Room Divider Screen w/ Wrought Iron Stand Base
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers
Materials
Metal
$6,500
H 74 in W 19.5 in D 18.5 in
Pair of Art Glass Elephant Bookends
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Toledo, OH
Pair of Art Glass Elephant Bookends. Metal heads and smoky and clear glass bases. Not signed but in
Category
20th Century Bookends
Materials
Metal
Deco Hollywood Regency Murano Glass Pink Pineapple Lighter Gold Aventurine Brass
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This striking Murano glass pineapple lighter is an exceptional piece of Art Deco and Hollywood
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Brass, Gold
$1,500
H 5 in Dm 2.4 in
Pair of Vintage Blue and Clear Murano Glass Coat Hangers, 1970s
Located in Florence, IT
Pair of Vintage Blue and Clear Murano Glass Coat Hangers with brass details.
The Murano Glass is in
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Murano Glass
$1,443 / set
H 5.91 in W 27.56 in D 3.94 in
Magnificent Pair of Blue Sapphire Murano Glass Bedside Tables justfurnituress
Located in Guazzora, IT
These beautiful bedside tables are handmade in Italy. They have a blue Murano glass top and drawers
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
$4,041 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in
1960s Stunning Blue Table Lighter in Murano Sommerso Glass By Flavio Poli
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Stunning Blue and Yellow Table Lighter in Murano Sommerso Glass By Flavio Poli for Seguso
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Murano Glass
$420
H 3.14 in W 2.75 in D 2.75 in
Salviati Murano Glowing Uranium Art Glass Italian Bird Bookend Sculptures
By Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown uranium yellow with orange tails Italian art glass chirping
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Uranium Glass
$1,200 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 6.75 in W 4.5 in D 5 in
Pink Murano Glass & Brass Luxury Bedside Tables: Italian Artistry Modern Bedroom
Located in Guazzora, IT
These luxury bedside tables in pink Murano glass and brass exemplify exquisite Italian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
$5,738 / set
H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in
Venetian Blue and Yellow Murano Glass Umbrella Stand Signed Cenedese 1990s
By Cenedese
Located in Villaverla, IT
Venetian Blue and Yellow Murano Glass Umbrella Stand Signed Cenedese 1990s
This amazing Murano
Category
1990s Italian Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass
$3,007
H 20.08 in Dm 9.84 in
Vintage Collection of 47 Murano Glass Miniature Animals, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1960s.
These 47 miniatures are made in hand-modeled Murano glass.
They are all
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Murano Glass
$601 / set
H 3.94 in W 3.94 in D 0.4 in
Seguso Murano Signed Topaz Clear Italian Art Glass Nautical Sailboat Sculpture
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful and large, vintage Murano hand blown Italian art glass clear glass sail with topaz gray
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Nautical Objects
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Uranium Glass
$1,480 Sale Price
20% Off
H 15 in W 3.5 in D 8.5 in
Italian Bedside Tables Green Murano Glass with Brass Fittings & Black Velvet JF
Located in Guazzora, IT
Italian green Murano glass bedside tables with brass fittings and a black velvet interior lend a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
$5,052 / set
H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in
Murano Barbini Copper Aventurine Flecks Italian Art Glass Pinched Waist Lighter
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Gorgeous vintage Murano hand blown glittery copper Aventurine flecks Italian art glass corseted
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$713 Sale Price
24% Off
H 6.88 in Dm 3 in
1960s Stunning Blue Table Lighter in Murano Sommerso Glass By Flavio Poli
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Stunning red and yellow table lighter in Murano sommerso glass By Flavio Poli for Seguso
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Murano Glass
$390
H 3.54 in W 2.75 in D 2.75 in
1960s Stunning Blue Table Lighter in Murano Sommerso Glass By Flavio Poli
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Stunning Blue and Yellow Table Lighter in Murano Sommerso Glass By Flavio Poli for Seguso
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Murano Glass
$420
H 3.93 in W 2.75 in D 2.75 in
Large Cenedese Italian Sommerso Murano Glass Ashtray, Italy 1960´s
By Cenedese
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Large Cenedese Italian Sommerso Murano glass ashtray. Italy 1960´s
Utilizing the Sommerso technique
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Cenedese Vetri Glass Bowl
Located in Napa, CA
Murano Cenedese Vetri glass bowl.
Category
20th Century Scientific Instruments
Materials
Metal
Murano Purple Red Core Italian Art Glass Obelisk Pyramid Paperweight Sculpture
By Galliano Ferro, Cenedese
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso amethyst purple with red core Italian art glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Obelisks
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
$600 Sale Price
20% Off
H 7.13 in W 2.75 in D 2.75 in
Ermanno Nason for Cenedese Italian Murano Alexandrite Glass Horse Head Sculpture
By Cenedese, Ermanno Nason
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Cenedese of Murano, Venice, Italy. An absolutely stunning piece of Mid-Century Murano glass by one of the
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$2,285 Sale Price
50% Off
H 7.37 in W 8.59 in D 2.72 in
Light Blue Murano Glass Bedside Tables, Brass & Gray Velvet Interior Available
Located in Guazzora, IT
Discover the exquisite craftsmanship of our Light Blue Murano Glass Bedside Tables, a testament to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
$3,175 Sale Price / set
31% Off
H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in
Pair of Murano Glass Bookends by Luciano Gaspari for Salviati
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of heavy green and blue Murano glass book ends by maestro Luciano Gaspari, circa 1950.
Born
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Murano Glass
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Murano Glass Collectables For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of murano glass collectables available for sale. The range of distinct murano glass collectables — often made from glass, murano glass and blown glass — can elevate any home. Find 181 antique and vintage murano glass collectables at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 7 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Murano glass collectables have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Murano glass collectables are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many murano glass collectables are appealing in their simplicity, but Alfredo Barbini, Fratelli Toso and Archimede Seguso produced popular murano glass collectables that are worth a look.
How Much are Murano Glass Collectables?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $895, while they’re typically $124 on the low end and $54,600 highest priced.
Questions About Murano Glass Collectables
- What glass is collectible?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024Many kinds of glass are collectible. Some types highly prized by collectors include carnival glass, depression glass, hobnail glass, jadeite, milk glass and moonstone glass. Keep in mind that there are no rules when it comes to collecting. If you're looking to build a collection of your own, focus on any type of glassware that appeals to you. Shop a diverse assortment of glassware on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano Aventurine is glass that has been decorated with a surface effect which resembles shimmering specks found in quartz. This technique was pioneered by Murano in the 17th century. On 1stDibs, find Murano glass products from top sellers around the world.
- Why is it called Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023It is called Murano glass because of its place of origin. During the 13th century, artisans on the island of Murano in Venice, Italy, became famous for producing colorful glassware. Find a range of Murano glass from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is Murano glass valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Whether Murano glass is valuable depends on a variety of factors, including the type of piece and its condition. Artisans on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy, produce the colorful glassware through a unique process. Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century (the filigrana technique is as old as the 16th century). A certified appraiser can help you determine the value and authenticity of a particular piece. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Murano glassware.
- Is Murano glass worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Yes, many glass lovers believe that Murano glass is worth it. Murano glass is named for the Venetian island of Murano, where glassmaking has been practiced for centuries. The glass is made using a variety of artisanal processes and is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Every vintage Murano glass decorative object is unique. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and irregular shapes due to the freeform creation process. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Murano glass is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Murano glass and other art glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- Is Murano blown glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, Murano is blown glass. Artisans on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy, produce the colorful glassware through a unique process. Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century (the filigrana technique is as old as the 16th century). On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Murano glassware from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 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.
- 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.
- Does Murano glass have markings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, Murano glass is typically marked. You will usually find the markings on the bases of pieces or in other inconspicuous areas. Generally, Murano glass will display a trademark and a maker's mark, indicating which shop produced it. In most cases, authentic Murano glass will not have the word "Murano" on it. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Murano glass.
- Does Murano glass break?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Murano glass can break. Generally considered very durable, Murano glass is still made of glass and it is susceptible to breaks if it’s improperly handled or dropped. Known as some of the best glass produced in the world, unfortunately it can still break. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 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.
- Where is Murano glass signed?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Authentic Murano glass often, but not always, includes labels with the name of the workshop, the signature of the glass master and a certificate of authenticity. To best determine if a Murano glass is authentic, look up the location of the factory found on the label. All authentic Murano glass is produced in Venice or Murano. Always purchase Murano glass from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Browse a selection of authentic Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano glass, from the Venetian island of Murano, is world-renowned for excellent craftsmanship and a wide variety of colors and decorations. The glassmakers of Murano use methods honed over centuries to create rich colors and designs by mixing different minerals during the process. Many examples contain gold and silver flecks inside the glass. You’ll find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 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 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 ExpertMay 14, 2024The largest collection of Chihuly glass is at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. In 2002, the museum presented Dale Chihuly: An Inaugural Exhibition. With public funding, it then purchased the pieces featured in the exhibition in 2004, which is how it came to possess such a sizable collection of the American artist's pieces. Explore an assortment of Dale Chihuly art 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 ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify a Murano glass fish, first check the base for a maker's marking. Murano isn't one maker; it's an island located near Venice, Italy. Consequently, there isn't a single maker's mark that indicates a glass fish is Murano. However, you can research any maker's mark on the fish using trusted online resources to determine if the factory that produced it is based in Murano. Older Murano art glass may be completely unmarked, in which case experts generally recommend having a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer assist with the identification process. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Murano art glass.