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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

Late Victorian Murano Glass Mosaic on Black Jet Stone
Late Victorian Murano Glass Mosaic on Black Jet Stone
$120 Sale Price
31% Off
H 1.5 in W 1.25 in D 1.75 in
Postmodern Murano Glass Mosaic Biomorphic Mirror, Italy, circa 1990s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Postmodern Murano Glass Mosaic Biomorphic Mirror, Italy, circa 1990s Dimensions: 42" H x 37" W x
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Composition

Pair of Hollywood Regency Italian Murano Glass Mosaic and Lucite Table Lamps
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of late 1970s or early 1980s Lucite cylinder form lamps with Italian Murano glass mosaic tiles
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass, Lucite

Italian Sideboard Made of Wood Brass & Decorated with Black Murano Glass Mosaics
Located in Madrid, ES
brass and black Murano glass mosaics. Handles and legs are made of solid brass. Every item LA Studio
Category

2010s Italian Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Modern Italian Green Cream Caramel White and Black Murano Glass Mosaic Mirror
By Vévé Glass
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Italian Murano glass mirror, exclusive Venetian work of art for Cosulich interiors by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Murano Glass, Opaline Glass, Wood

Purple Murano Glass Mosaic Wall Sconces Handmade in Barcelona
By Atelier Mel
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The PETALO wall art piece is a composition of 33 petal-shaped glass pieces assembled in groups of 3
Category

2010s Spanish Organic Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Stainless Steel

Blue Murano Glass Mosaic Wall Sconces Handmade in Barcelona
By Atelier Mel
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The PETALO wall art piece is a composition of 33 petal-shaped glass pieces assembled in groups of 3
Category

2010s Spanish Organic Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Stainless Steel

Blue Murano Glass Mosaic Wall Sconces Handmade in Barcelona
By Atelier Mel
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The LOTO wall art piece is a composition of 17 flower-shaped glass pieces assembled following an
Category

2010s Spanish Organic Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Stainless Steel

Blue Murano Glass Mosaic Wall Sconces Handmade in Barcelona
By Atelier Mel
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The DUNA wall art piece is a composition of 40 softly curved, artisan glass pieces. Their abstract
Category

2010s Spanish Organic Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Stainless Steel

Blue Murano Glass Mosaic Wall Sconces Handmade in Barcelona
By Atelier Mel
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The HIEDRA wall art piece is a composition of 12 petal-shaped glass pieces assembled on an organic
Category

2010s Spanish Organic Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Stainless Steel

Monumental Murano Glass Mosaic of Venice – 19th-Century Salviati & Co.
By Antonio Salviati, Salviati
Located in Mortsel, BE
A spectacular and rare example of late-19th-century Venetian glass mosaic by Salviati & Co
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Blue Murano Glass Mosaic Wall Light Sconces Handmade in Barcelona
By Atelier Mel
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The DUNA wall light is a composition of 40 softly curved, artisan glass pieces. Their abstract
Category

2010s Spanish Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Stainless Steel

Blue Murano Glass Mosaic Wall Light Sconces Handmade in Barcelona
By Atelier Mel
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The LOTO wall light is a composition of 17 flower-shaped glass pieces assembled following an
Category

2010s Spanish Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Stainless Steel

Purple Murano Glass Mosaic Wall Light Sconces Handmade in Barcelona
By Atelier Mel
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The PETALO is a composition of 33 petal-shaped glass pieces assembled in groups of 3 pieces that
Category

2010s Spanish Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Stainless Steel

Blue Murano Glass Mosaic Wall Light Sconces Handmade in Barcelona
By Atelier Mel
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The PETALO is a composition of 33 petal-shaped glass pieces assembled in groups of 3 pieces that
Category

2010s Spanish Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Stainless Steel

Contemporary Italian Aqua Blue Red Yellow Murano Glass Mosaic Sculpture Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary modern Murano Art Glass abstract sculpture lamp, a decorative illuminated curved glass
Category

2010s Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Contemporary Italian Aqua Blue Red Yellow Murano Glass Mosaic Sculpture Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary modern Murano Art Glass abstract sculpture lamp, a decorative illuminated curved glass
Category

2010s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Blue and Green Murano Glass Mosaic Wall Sconces Handmade in Barcelona
By Atelier Mel
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The LOTO wall art piece is a composition of 17 flower-shaped glass pieces assembled following an
Category

2010s Spanish Organic Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Stainless Steel

Red and Pink Murano Glass Mosaic Wall Sconces Handmade in Barcelona
By Atelier Mel
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The DUNA wall art piece is a composition of 40 softly curved, artisan glass pieces. Their abstract
Category

2010s Spanish Organic Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Stainless Steel

Blue and Beige Murano Glass Mosaic Wall Sconces Handmade in Barcelona
By Atelier Mel
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The HIEDRA wall art piece is a composition of 12 petal-shaped glass pieces assembled on an organic
Category

2010s Spanish Organic Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Stainless Steel

Blue and Green Murano Glass Mosaic Wall Sconces Handmade in Barcelona
By Atelier Mel
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The DUNA wall art piece is a composition of 40 softly curved, artisan glass pieces. Their abstract
Category

2010s Spanish Organic Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Stainless Steel

Blue and Green Murano Glass Mosaic Wall Sconces Handmade in Barcelona
By Atelier Mel
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The PETALO wall art piece is a composition of 33 petal-shaped glass pieces assembled in groups of 3
Category

2010s Spanish Organic Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Stainless Steel

Green and Pink Murano Glass Mosaic Wall Sconces Handmade in Barcelona
By Atelier Mel
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The HIEDRA wall art piece is a composition of 12 petal-shaped glass pieces assembled on an organic
Category

2010s Spanish Organic Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Stainless Steel

Red and Pink Murano Glass Mosaic Wall Sconces Handmade in Barcelona
By Atelier Mel
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The LOTO wall art piece is a composition of 17 flower-shaped glass pieces assembled following an
Category

2010s Spanish Organic Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Stainless Steel

Red and Pink Murano Glass Mosaic Wall Light Sconces Handmade in Barcelona
By Atelier Mel
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The DUNA wall light is a composition of 40 softly curved, artisan glass pieces. Their abstract
Category

2010s Spanish Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Stainless Steel

Blue and Green Murano Glass Mosaic Wall Light Sconces Handmade in Barcelona
By Atelier Mel
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The LOTO wall light is a composition of 17 flower-shaped glass pieces assembled following an
Category

2010s Spanish Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Stainless Steel

Red and Pink Murano Glass Mosaic Wall Light Sconces Handmade in Barcelona
By Atelier Mel
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The LOTO wall light is a composition of 17 flower-shaped glass pieces assembled following an
Category

2010s Spanish Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Stainless Steel

Blue and Green Murano Glass Mosaic Wall Light Sconces Handmade in Barcelona
By Atelier Mel
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The DUNA wall light is a composition of 40 softly curved, artisan glass pieces. Their abstract
Category

2010s Spanish Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Stainless Steel

Edward Wormley Rosewood Occasional Table for Dunbar with Murano Glass Tile Top
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
Rare Edward Wormley for Dunbar solid Brazilian Rosewood occasional table with green Murano Glass
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Cut Glass

Contemporary Italian Murano Glass Silver Blue Green Mosaic Centerpiece on Red
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary modern Murano Art glass Mosaic centrepiece: High quality of execution using the
Category

2010s Italian Vienna Secession Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Leaf

Fratelli Toso Murano Millefiori Mosaic Antique Italian Art Glass Pitcher Plate
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful antique Murano hand blown large Millefiori Murrina flower mosaic Italian art glass water
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Pitchers

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine

Fratelli Toso Murano Millefiori Mosaic Antique Italian Art Glass Pitcher Plate
Fratelli Toso Murano Millefiori Mosaic Antique Italian Art Glass Pitcher Plate
$1,120 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 5.5 in W 4 in D 4.5 in
Fine Antique Venetian Salviati Enameled Blue Glass Stemmed Cordial Glass Set
By Salviati, Antonio Salviati
Located in Forney, TX
glass stemmed cordial drinking glasses attributed to legendary glassmakers The Venice & Murano Glass
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Classical Greek Glass

Materials

Enamel

Fratelli Toso Murano Millefiori Mosaic Teapot Sugar Bowl Italian Art Glass Set
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful antique Murano hand blown millefiori flower mosaic Italian art glass teapot, sugar bowl
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Tea Sets

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine

Fratelli Toso Murano Millefiori Mosaic Teapot Sugar Bowl Italian Art Glass Set
Fratelli Toso Murano Millefiori Mosaic Teapot Sugar Bowl Italian Art Glass Set
$1,560 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 5.38 in W 3.75 in D 4.13 in
Set of 8 Murano Glass Tumblers, Mille Papaveri Rossi, Signed
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
black filigree with a tip of deep red color, ending the glass mosaic with aquamarine. It's has a mix of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Contemporary Italian Murano Glass Silver Gold Colorful Mosaic Panel Sculpture
By Vévé Glass
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary modern Murano Art glass sculpture, a decorative panel displayed on a dark gray iron
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vienna Secession Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Iron, Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf

Contemporary Italian Murano Glass Silver Gold Colorful Mosaic Panel Sculpture
By Vévé Glass
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary modern Murano Art glass sculpture, a decorative panel displayed on a dark grey iron
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vienna Secession Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Iron, Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf

Eclectic Set of 8 Murano Glass Tumblers, Aria collection, Signed
By Silvio Piattelli
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
approach on glass design. It's made by 4 different styles in pairs to a total of 8 pieces. This set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Contemporary Italian Blue Pink Yellow Copper Murano Art Glass Mosaic Centerpiece
By Vévé Glass
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary modern Murano Art glass sculpture, a decorative centerpiece realized as a colorful
Category

2010s Italian Organic Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Gold, Copper

Contemporary Italian Black and White Murano Art Glass Mosaic Curved Centerpiece
By Vévé Glass, Paolo Birello
Located in New York, NY
A work of Art in Murano glass, long centerpiece of organic modern wave design with sinuous lines
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Murano Glass, Murrine

Set of 8 Murano Glass Tumblers, Campo di Gigli Toscani, Signed
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
approach on glass design She combined Murano Effetre canes of aquamarine and yellow. With cobalt blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Barware

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Italian Modern Art Black White Stripe Murano Glass Organic Vase Centerpiece
By Paolo Birello, Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
A striking example of contemporary collectible design, this glass sculpture centerpiece, inspired
Category

2010s Italian Organic Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Art Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass

Italian Modern Art Black White Stripe Murano Glass Organic Vase Centerpiece
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques, Paolo Birello
Located in New York, NY
A striking example of contemporary collectible design, this glass sculpture centerpiece, inspired
Category

2010s Italian Organic Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Art Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass

Modern Italian Jewel-Like Green Yellow & 24kt Gold Murano Art Glass Mosaic Bowl
By Vévé Glass
Located in New York, NY
A true Work of Art, contemporary Murano Glass centerpiece, a little gem decorated with colored
Category

2010s Italian Organic Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Gold Leaf

Fratelli Toso Murano Red Pink White Flower Murrine Italian Art Glass Ewer Cruet
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Italian art glass mosaic ewer, cruet. Documented to the Fratelli Toso company. The flowers are made in
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine

Murano Mosaic Color Spots Gold Leaf Italian Art Glass High Heel Shoe Sculpture
By Murano 5, Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM)
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful Murano handblown multi-color murrine mosaic design Italian art glass kitten heel shoe
Category

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

Materials

Gold Leaf

Modern Italian Art Deco Design Gold Amethyst Cream Murano Art Glass Mosaic Bowl
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques, Vévé Glass, Paolo Birello
Located in New York, NY
A true work of art, contemporary Murano glass centerpiece, a jewel-like creation, signed by Paolo
Category

2010s Italian Organic Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Gold Leaf

Modern Italian Art Deco Design Gold Amethyst Cream Murano Art Glass Mosaic Bowl
By Vévé Glass, Cosulich Interiors & Antiques, Paolo Birello
Located in New York, NY
A true work of art, contemporary Murano glass centerpiece, a jewel-like creation, signed by Paolo
Category

2010s Italian Organic Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Gold Leaf

Murano Mosaic Glass Globe Shade
By Ercole Barovier
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful mosaic glass globe, Vintage Murano art glass shade, no hardware. Unsigned, possibly
Category

Antique Early 1900s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

Murano Mosaic Glass Globe Shade
Murano Mosaic Glass Globe Shade
$1,200
H 12 in Dm 10 in
Modern Italian Black White Red Blue Green Murano Art Glass Mosaic Catch-All/Bowl
By Vévé Glass, Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
catch-all with an attractive oval shape, in blown black Murano glass extensively decorated, in the
Category

2010s Italian Organic Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Mandala Millefiori Flower Mosaic Red Swirl Italian Art Glass Paperweight
By Fornasa De Murano A L'Insegna Del Moreto, Galliano Ferro
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown, optic design, millefiori flower mosaic "Mandala" design
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

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

Murano Vintage Millefiori Flower Mosaic Italian Art Glass Pedestal Paperweight
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful and unusual, tall vintage Murano hand blown dark pink and white flower murrines Italian
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

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

Antique Venetian Etched Glass Mirror with Pate de Verre Micro Mosaic
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Ballard, CA
Rare Venetian etched Mirror with micro mosaic in pate de verre, details all over of blown glass and
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wire

Fratelli Toso Murano Millefiori Mosaic Antique Italian Art Glass Flower Vase
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful antique Murano hand blown blue, green and white Millefiori Murrina flower mosaic Italian
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine

Fratelli Toso Murano Mosaic Wild Flowers Basket Italian Art Glass Paperweight
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso spring wild flowers, micro millefiori, Italian art
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

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

Fratelli Toso Murano Antique Millefiori Flowers Italian Art Glass Mosaic Vase
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful and large, antique Murano hand blown Millefiori Murrina flower mosaic Italian art glass
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine

Mid-Century Modern Rectilinear Hand Blown Smoked Amber Glass "Mosaic" by Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in New York, NY
, Mazzega, in Murano, Italy- the island off the coast of Venice renowned for its superlative glass
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Fratelli Toso Millefiori Flower Mosaic Italian Art Glass Footed Cup Bowl
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful antique Murano hand blown red, white and blue millefiori flower mosaic Italian art glass
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine

Mid-Century Modern Rectilinear Hand Blown Smoked Amber Glass "Mosaic" by Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in New York, NY
, Mazzega, in Murano, Italy- the island off the coast of Venice renowned for its superlative glass
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel, Stainless Steel

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Murano Glass Mosaic For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic murano glass mosaic available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of glass, murano glass and art glass, every murano glass mosaic was constructed with great care. Find 101 options for an antique or vintage murano glass mosaic now, or shop our selection of 57 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect murano glass mosaic — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A murano glass mosaic is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made murano glass mosaic over the years, but those crafted by Fratelli Toso, Serena Luxury Mosaic and Barovier&Toso are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Murano Glass Mosaic?

Prices for a murano glass mosaic start at $124 and top out at $29,500 with the average selling for $1,800.
Questions About Murano Glass Mosaic
  • 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, 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 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 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.
  • 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 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 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, 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 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 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 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 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
    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 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 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
    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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if a bird sculpture is made of Murano glass, professionals recommend having an antiques dealer or Murano glass expert examine it. Otherwise, look for the signature of the artist or factory on the piece. Authentic Murano glass will often, but not always, include labels with the name of the workshop, the signature of the glass master and a certificate of authenticity. Use trusted online resources to determine if the maker's location is or was in Murano, in northeastern Italy. Seeing the word "Murano" on a glass decorative object doesn't mean that it is authentic. In fact, most genuine pieces won't show the word "Murano." Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. Find a collection of Murano glass decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if a glass rooster is Murano, you can look for markings and other details to try and determine the maker, but the best way to determine authenticity is to enlist the help of an antiques dealer or Murano glass expert. Otherwise, look for the signature of the artist or factory on the piece. Authentic Murano glass will often, but not always, include labels with the name of the workshop, the signature of the glass master and a certificate of authenticity. Use trusted online resources to determine if the maker's location is or was in Murano, in northeastern Italy. Seeing the word "Murano" on a glass decorative object doesn't mean that it is authentic. In fact, most genuine pieces won't show the word "Murano." Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. Shop a collection of Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.