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Stunning Brass, Crystal Glass Chandelier Florida, Kalmar, Austria, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful gilt brass chandelier made by Kalmar (Serie: Florida), Austria, manufactured, circa 1970
Category

Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Mid - Century Modern "Florida" Chandelier by Kalmar, Glass and Brass, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Mid - Century Modern "Florida" Chandelier by Kalmar, Glass and Brass, 1970s Brass polished and
Category

Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Murano Glass Hurricane Lanterns, Pair
Located in East Hampton, NY
These are VERY large Murano glass tall hurricane lanterns with bronze bases and brass candle
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Florida Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Precious oval Venetian mirror, made in the most rigorous Murano tradition. Finely hand-engraved on
Category

2010s Italian Renaissance Wall Mirrors

Materials

Crystal, Gold

	Florida Wall Mirror
H 37.41 in W 1.97 in D 31.5 in
One of Two Kalmar Chandeliers or Pendant Lights 'Florida', Glass and Brass, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting, Fontana Arte, J.T. Kalmar, Venini
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two beautiful and handmade high quality pendant light fixtures model 'Florida' by J.T
Category

Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Two Mid - Century Modern "Florida" wall lamps by Kalmar, Glass and Brass, 1970s
Located in Wien, AT
Two Mid - Century Modern "Florida" wall lamps by Kalmar, Glass and Brass, 1970s Brass polished and
Category

Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Emerald Green Faceted Murano Glass Vase
Located in East Hampton, NY
This is a super-cool deep green faceted Murano glass oversized vase with lovely details throughout
Category

2010s Italian Brutalist Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Carlo Nason for Mazzega Multi-Layered Conical Murano Light Fixture
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in East Hampton, NY
This OUTSTANDING multi conical Murano quadruple shade glass pendant light. FOUR cone shaped hand
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Oversized Murano Glass Lantern Table Lamps, Pair
Located in East Hampton, NY
In the Japanese style these large Murano glass shades sit atop a brass base to create a whimsical
Category

2010s Italian Chinoiserie Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Cenedese Amorphic Murano Glass Light Fixture
By Cenedese
Located in East Hampton, NY
This Cenedese Murano glass lamp is so unique with a bulbous head and flared base. The electrical
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Midcentury Seguso Murano Glass Lamp
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Winter Park, FL
A midcentury Murano glass lamp in beautiful aquamarine color with blue at the top and fading to
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Acrylic, Blown Glass

Murano Glass Seguso Mid Century Lamp
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Winter Park, FL
A large Murano glass lamp by Seguso, in two parts with heavy, thick hand-blown blue and green
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Art Glass

Murano Glass Barovier & Toso Lamp Pair
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Winter Park, FL
A pair of midcentury Murano art glass table lamps by Barovier & Toso. Hand blown aqua blue glass
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Murano Glass Barovier & Toso Lamp Pair
Murano Glass Barovier & Toso Lamp Pair
H 33.5 in W 7 in D 6.75 in
Murano Glass Seguso Mid Century Lamp
Located in Winter Park, FL
Murano lamp by Seguso, thick ribbed glass, handblown with infused bubbles. Red with heavy gold
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Art Glass

PAiR OF HERMES KELLY WICKER & BROWN LEATHER PICNIC CHAMPAGNE BUCKETS PART SUITE
By Hermès
Located in GB
Victoria was born and spent her formative years in the sunshine of Florida; the warm rays and the life
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Barware

Materials

Leather, Wicker

PAIR OF HERMES KELLY WICKER & BROWN LEATHER PiCNIC PITCHER JUGS PART OF SUITE
By Hermès
Located in GB
de Rothschild (1949-2021 Victoria was born and spent her formative years in the sunshine of Florida
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Pitchers

Materials

Leather, Wicker

Fine Important Lady De Rothschild Hermes Paris Farming Wicker Chrome Picnic Set
By Hermès
Located in GB
Rothschild (1949-2021 Victoria was born and spent her formative years in the sunshine of Florida; the warm
Category

20th Century French Country Barware

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Large Murano Glass Wall Sconces, '2 Pairs Available'
By Venini
Located in East Hampton, NY
This outstanding pair of heavy glass sconces in a wavy and fluid design, opaque and wavy black
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of Stunning Large Kalmar Muano Sconce Wall Light, Florida, Austria, 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful pair of midcentury wall sconces with six Murano glass pieces on a gilt brass frame, made
Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Murano Glass

Oversized Raspberry Murano Glass Lamps W/ Silver Foil Inclusions by Barovier
By Barovier
Located in East Hampton, NY
These are an elegant pair of raspberry hue Murano glass lamps with silver foil inclusions
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

PAIR OF HERMES PARIS KELLY WICKER & BROWN LEATHER PICNIC WiNE COOLERS PART SUITE
By Hermès
Located in GB
Rothschild (1949-2021 Victoria was born and spent her formative years in the sunshine of Florida; the warm
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Wine Coolers

Materials

Leather, Wicker

1 of 2 Stunning Large Kalmar Muano Sconce Wall Lights, Florida, Austria, 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful mid-century wall sconces with 12 Murano glass pieces on a brass frame, made by Kalmar
Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Murano Glass

Modern Italian Heavy Opalescent Murano Glass Vase Signed by P. Signoretto
By Pino Signoretto
Located in Salzburg, AT
Modern Italian opalescent colored Murano glass vase signed by Pino Signoretto. A transparent glass
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Modern Italian Opalescent Murano Glass Vase with Applications by Pino Signoretto
By Pino Signoretto
Located in Salzburg, AT
Modern Italian opalescent Murano glass vase signed Pino Signoretto on the bottom. Straight lined
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Unique Modern Italian Murano Glass Vase Deep Red Colored Sign by P. Signoretto
By Pino Signoretto
Located in Salzburg, AT
Fantastic modern Murano glass vase crafted in matt deep red glass shaped like a pear. The whole
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Lucio Bubacco Signed Devil with Rose Murano Art Glass Sculpture Candlestick
By Lucio Bubacco
Located in Forney, TX
other. His technical virtuosity in creative execution is unparalleled, for the Murano-born glass artist
Category

1990s Italian Candlesticks

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Ocean Green Painted Murano Glass and Brass Two-Door Cabinet (TWO AVAILABLE)
Located in East Hampton, NY
This amazingly crafted 2-door cabinet clad completely in Murano green glass and trimmed with brass
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Cabinets

Materials

Glass

Italian Murano Faceted Glass & Brass Hinged Box / Jewelry Box
Located in East Hampton, NY
This beautiful hinged Murano glass box in pristine clear faceted glass and brass trim and original
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Elegant Italian Chandelier, "South Beach", Murano
Located in Budapest, HU
Elegant pure Murano glass chandelier inspired by the famous Florida beach. Blue and snow-colored
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Barovier & Toso Vase, Murano
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
noteworthy Italian glass collector from Florida and New York. Marking(s); notes: no marking(s) apparent
Category

20th Century Italian Vases

Materials

Glass

Tyra Carolina Lundgren Bird Sculpture, Murano
By Tyra Lundgren Carolina
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
. She was the first woman to design glass for Paolo Venini at Murano in Venice and was also the artistic
Category

20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Antonio Da Ros Penguin Sculpture, Murano
By Antonio da Ros
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
: Estate of a noteworthy Italian glass collector from Florida and New York. Marking(s); notes: no marking
Category

20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Antonio Da Ros Penguin Sculpture, Murano
Antonio Da Ros Penguin Sculpture, Murano
H 16.25 in W 4.5 in D 4.25 in
Extremely Rare Post-Modern Fontana Arte OZ Murano Cone Lamp
By Fontana Arte
Located in East Hampton, NY
Rare FONTANA ARTE, Murano art glass OZ (Model 2685) table lamp. Original label to base and in
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Large A.V.E.M. Color Block Vase, Murano
By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM)
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
: Estate of a noteworthy Italian glass collector from Florida and New York. Marking(s); notes: no marking
Category

20th Century Italian Vases

Materials

Glass

Midcentury Crystal Glass Ashtray/ Vide-Poche by Fontana Arte
By Fontana Arte
Located in East Hampton, NY
prestigious Fontana Arte's prime in the 1960s. The square-shaped design boasts a transparent crystal glass
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Murano Glass

Venini by Emmanuel Babled 2004 Women Torso Tall Vase in Cased Art Glass
By Emmanuel Babled, Venini
Located in Miami, FL
working with glass in Murano for many years, a long and successful collaboration. He works with marble in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte Rare Domed Flush Mount Ceiling Light
By Fontana Arte, Max Ingrand
Located in East Hampton, NY
This large 35 inch diameter glass ceiling mounted chandelier # 1508 by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

20th Century Murano Glass Sculpture Made by Pino Signoretto
By Pino Signoretto
Located in Venice-Lido, IT
An amazing and one of a kind Murano glass with 24-karat gold leaf sculpture with putto, glass
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

20th Century Murano Glass Sculpture Made by Pino Signoretto
By Pino Signoretto
Located in Venice-Lido, IT
An amazing and one of a kind Murano glass with 24-karat gold leaf sculpture with putto, glass
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Cenedese Bookends, Murano, Italy
By Cenedese
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Cenedese bookends, Murano, Italy. Suspended air bubbles and daisy's. Signed. ***Notes
Category

Vintage 1960s Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair of Cenedese Bookends, Murano, Italy
Pair of Cenedese Bookends, Murano, Italy
H 7.25 in W 4.75 in D 1.75 in
Alfredo Barbini Fish Blocks, Murano, Italy
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of aquarium fish blocks/bookends by Alfredo Barbini, Murano, Italy. Beautiful on both sides
Category

Vintage 1950s Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Barovier & Toso Decanter, Murano, Italy
By Barovier&Toso
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
out of the state of Florida (Objects In The Loft will need a copy of the shipping document). Please
Category

Vintage 1960s Barware

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair of Colorful A.V.E.M. Birds, Murano
By Murano 5
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of colorful and finely detailed birds by AVEM, Murano, Italy. Bird 1: 9.5"H, 8.5"W, 5"D
Category

Vintage 1950s Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Laura de Santillana, Monochrom with Gold, 2001
By Laura de Santillana
Located in Zurich, CH
Laura de Santillana, "Monochrom with gold, 2001". Unique piece. Handblown and shaped glass
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Colorful Flavio Poli Decanter
By Flavio Poli
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Colorful sommerso decanter by Flavio Poli, Murano, Italy. *Notes: There is no sales tax on this
Category

Vintage 1950s Glass

Materials

Blown Glass, Sommerso

Colorful Flavio Poli Decanter
Colorful Flavio Poli Decanter
H 19.25 in Dm 5.5 in
Pair of Colorful Vistosi Decanters
By Vistosi
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of colorful Vistosi decanters, Murano, Italy. Labels. ***Notes: There is no sales tax on
Category

Vintage 1970s Barware

Materials

Blown Glass

Colorful Murano Glass Console Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Murano glass console table, signed (illegible). Prior owner stated that he purchased it directly
Category

Late 20th Century Console Tables

Materials

Blown Glass

Large Murano Shell by Archimede Seguso
By Archimede Seguso
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large Murano, blown glass shell & pearl by Archimede Seguso. *Notes: There is no sales tax on this
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Large Murano Shell by Archimede Seguso
Large Murano Shell by Archimede Seguso
H 9.5 in W 15.5 in D 10 in
Cenedese Candlestick/Sculpture, Murano, Italy
By Cenedese
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Cenedese candlestick/sculpture, Murano, Italy.***Notes: There is no sales tax on this item if it is
Category

Vintage 1960s Candle Holders

Materials

Blown Glass

Large Seguso Vase, Murano, Italy
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
sales tax on this item if it is being shipped out of the state of Florida (Objects In The Loft will need
Category

20th Century Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Large Seguso Vase, Murano, Italy
Large Seguso Vase, Murano, Italy
H 13 in W 7.5 in D 5 in
Massive Salviati Fish Sculpture, Murano, Italy
By Salviati
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Massive fish sculpture on wave base by Salviati, Murano, Italy. ***Notes: There is no sales tax on
Category

Vintage 1950s Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Fine Giulio Radi for A.V.E.M. Vase
By Murano 5, Giulio Radi
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fine vase by Giulio Radi for A.V.E.M., Murano, Italy. ***Notes: There is no sales tax on this item
Category

Vintage 1960s Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Fine Giulio Radi for A.V.E.M. Vase
Fine Giulio Radi for A.V.E.M. Vase
H 12.75 in W 5.5 in D 3.5 in
Archimede Seguso Modernist Vase, Murano, Italy
By Archimede Seguso
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Modernist vase by Archimede Seguso, Murano, Italy. Wonderful form with pierced through whole
Category

Vintage 1950s Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Rare Pair of Lamps by Giulio Radi for A.V.E.M.
By Murano 5, Giulio Radi
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rare pair of colorful lamps by Giulio Radi for A.V.E.M. on lucite bases, Murano, Italy.***Notes
Category

Vintage 1960s Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass, Lucite

Large Vase by Barovier, Murano, Italy
By Barovier&Toso
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large & colorful vase by Barovier, Murano, Italy. ***Notes: There is no sales tax on this item if
Category

Vintage 1950s Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Salviati Vase with Applied Fish, Murano, Italy
By Salviati
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, Murano, Italy. ***Notes: There is no sales tax on this item if it is being shipped out of the state of
Category

Vintage 1940s Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Salviati Vase with Applied Fish, Murano, Italy
By Salviati
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, Murano, Italy. ***Notes: There is no sales tax on this item if it is being shipped out of the state of
Category

Vintage 1940s Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair of Colorful Archimede Seguso Birds, Murano, Italy
By Archimede Seguso
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of colorful and large Archimede Seguso birds, Murano, Italy. Bird #1: 11.5"H, 19"L, 3"W/ Bird
Category

Vintage 1960s Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Monumental Guido Balsema Stella for Salir Chalice, Murano, Italy
By Guido Balsema Stella, Salir
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fine and rare monumental chalice/vase by Guido Balsema Stella for Salir, Murano, Italy.***Notes
Category

Vintage 1950s Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Harlequin figurine by Antonio Da Ros for Cenedese
By Antonio da Ros, Cenedese
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Harlequin figurine by Antonio Da Ros for Cenedese, Murano, Italy. ***Notes: There is no sales tax
Category

Vintage 1960s Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

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Murano Glass Florida For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal murano glass florida for your home. Each murano glass florida for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, murano glass and metal. If you’re shopping for a murano glass florida, we have 6 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a murano glass florida — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A murano glass florida made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with modern — is very popular. Kalmar Lighting, Pino Signoretto and Carlos García de la Nuez each produced at least one beautiful murano glass florida that is worth considering.

How Much is a Murano Glass Florida?

A murano glass florida can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,028, while the lowest priced sells for $2,077 and the highest can go for as much as $104,456.
Questions About Murano Glass Florida
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 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 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 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
    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 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 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
    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
    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
    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.