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Murano White Glass Orbs and Brass Chandelier
Located in Austin, TX
A unique and wonderful Italian chandelier with 18 white Murano glass orb shades complimented by
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Fendi Casa "Agata" Table Lamps in Murano Glass and Metal, Rewired and Working
By Fendi Casa
Located in Miami, FL
a pair of Fendi Casa "Agata" tables lamps with crackle Murano glass orbs with a metal cage
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 10.5 in W 13.75 in D 13.75 in
Vintage Murano Sommerso Orb Blue Art Glass Ashtray
By Andromeda Murano
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Gorgeous vintage Murano Venetian handblown art glass bowl or ashtray.
Italian Murano Sommerso
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Blown Glass
Murano Sommerso Orb Blue Art Glass Vintage Ashtray Italy
By Andromeda Murano
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Gorgeous vintage Murano Venetian handblown art glass bowl or ashtray.
Italian Murano Sommerso orb
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Blown Glass
Sfinge Chandelier by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian chandelier with opaque pink coral colored Murano glass orbs, mounted on bronzed frame
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Murano Glass
Sfinge Chandelier by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian chandelier with transparent pink coral colored Murano glass orbs, mounted on bronzed frame
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Murano Glass
Sfinge Chandelier by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian chandelier with opaque pink coral colored Murano glass orbs, mounted on bronzed frame
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Murano Glass
Sfinge Chandelier by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian chandelier with transparent pink coral colored Murano glass orbs, mounted on bronzed frame
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Murano Glass
Modernist Brass Snowflake Chandelier with 24-Karat Gold Hand Blown Murano Globes
Located in New York, NY
an organic branch-like form in brass capped at each of the ends with hand blown Murano glass orbs of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Gold, Brass
H 23 in W 71 in D 41 in
Italian Blown Glass Murano Floor Lamp with Glass Orbs
By Formia Murano
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant transparent Murano glass floor lamp having a column constructed of stacked ribbed round
Category
1990s Italian Floor Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass
1960s Murano Style Eyeball Orb Lamp Chrome and Art Glass after Gino Sarfatti
By Murano Glass Sommerso, Gino Sarfatti
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
can be adjusted to focus light on an object while allowing a warm overall glow. The glass orb rests
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Livio Seguso, Heavy Murano Glass Bowl, Rainbow Design and Glass Orb, 80s Signed
By Livio Seguso, Bisazza Vetro, Murano 5
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
folds. That orb has a bubble of glass inside that enhance the play with light, an intuition that he will
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
H 5.32 in W 17.13 in D 15.36 in
Barovier & Toso Pulegoso Orange Murano Glass & Lucite Stacked Orb Column Lamp
By Barovier&Toso
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Barovier & Toso Pulegoso Orange Murano Glass & Lucite Stacked Orb Column Lamp
Italy, 20th century
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass, Lucite
Murano Periwinkle Fluted Glass Lamps
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Mid Century Murano glass lamps in a lilac/periwinkle color. The glass bodies feature a
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Nickel
French Blue Murano Glass Lamps
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in New York, NY
Barovier influenced Murano glass lamps with a Classic design of a fluted teardrop body, orb and
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Italian Modern Chrome And Glass Chandelier Orb Lantern
By Oscar Torlasco, Reggiani, Mazzega, Goffredo Reggiani, Stilnovo
Located in Houston, TX
Italian Modern Chrome And Glass Chandelier Orb Lantern.
Unusual Italian mid century modern chrome
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Mazzega Murano - Pair Of Vintage Glass Sphere Lamps, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in Stratford, CT
A pair of spherical murano glass table lamps, originating from Italy circa 1970. Each lamp consists
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Italian Modernist Murano Reeded Glass and Brass Column Table Lamps
By Murano 5
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Colorful, elegant Murano tables lamp (ca. 1950s, Italy).
Composed of individual Murano glass
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Midcentury Venetian Chrome and Frosted Orb Chandelier by Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
An Italian midcentury Murano art glass four light chandelier designed by Mazzega, chromed metal rod
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
La Murrina Grey Orb Floorlamp
By La Murrina
Located in New York, NY
Italian mid century floorlamp featuring a brushed steel stand and an oversized grey Murano orb. C70
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Stainless Steel
1950's Very Large White Mottled Goto Glass Orb Ceiling Lamp
Located in Hook, Hampshire
by Lustry Kamenicky Senon using the traditional Murano Goto technique. The molten clear glass orb is
Category
Vintage 1950s Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Elegant Restored Pair of Blown Murano Lamps with Custom Orb Finials, circa 1965
Located in Atlanta, GA
described, complete with new shades, harps and finials.
A stunning pair of large-scale blown Murano glass
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Nickel
H 38 in W 6 in D 6 in
Gae Aulenti Attributed Mushroom/UFO Murano Glass Floor Lamp, Murano Italy 1970s
By Carlo Nason, Gae Aulenti
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Carlo Nason for Mazzega.
Hand crafted in Venice by Murano artisans from a single sheet of glass, this
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass
Murano Glass “Dante" Lamp by Paolo Venini
By Paolo Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Murano glass table lamp by Paolo Venini. Transparent and white spiral glass orb on a
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Murano Glass Chandelier with Flecks of Gold
Located in San Francisco, CA
This Mid-Century Italian Murano Chandelier of gold, hand-blown glass measures 27" in total
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Momento MMT35 by Nao Tamura — Murano Blown Glass Pendant Lamp
By Nao Tamura
Located in London, GB
There is a moment when a clinging bead of water, in quiet orb-like suspension, becomes a droplet
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Momento MMT50 by Nao Tamura — Murano Blown Glass Pendant Lamp
By Nao Tamura
Located in London, GB
There is a moment when a clinging bead of water, in quiet orb-like suspension, becomes a droplet
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Modernist Handblown Translucent Murano Camer Glass & Brushed Brass Sputnik
Located in New York, NY
central orb in brushed brass with an abundance of translucent hand blown Murano crystals extending
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Murano Cobalt Blue Pulegoso Chamfered Rectangular Glass Box
Located in Westport, CT
One of a kind Murano handcrafted medium rectangular shaped clear blown glass box with pulegoso
Category
2010s Italian Decorative Boxes
Materials
Blown Glass
Gigantic Murano Blown Clear Pulegoso Glass Box, Contemporary
Located in Westport, CT
One of a kind Murano handcrafted rectangular-shaped clear blown box with floating clear pulegoso
Category
2010s Italian Decorative Boxes
Materials
Blown Glass
Mid-Century Modern Sputnik Murano Glass and Brass Italian Chandelier
Located in Ibiza, Spain
Sputnik chandelier made of Murano glass spikes and brass rods fixed to a central brass lacquered
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Gae Aulenti Attributed Mushroom / UFO Murano Glass Floor Lamp, Italy 1970s
By Gae Aulenti, Carlo Nason
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
isle of Murano. Celebrated for its glassmaking heritage, Murano glass is the medium of this exquisite
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Cenedese Murano Italian 1981 Art Glass Fish Sculpture
By Cenedese
Located in Indianapolis, IN
A 1981 art glass fish sculpture by Cenedese Murano. Made in Italy, the abstract sculpture resembles
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Modernist Handblown Murano Smoked Bronze Glass and Polished Brass Sputnik
Located in New York, NY
This graphic and dramatic sputnik chandelier was handblown by our atelier in Murano, Italy- the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Modernist Handblown Murano Glass Sputnik Chandelier w/ Vellum Hue Shades & Brass
Located in New York, NY
an abundance of orbs in handblown Murano glass of a sophisticated vellum hue connected to cylindrical
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Medium Murano Frosted White Sommerso Square Glass Box, Contemporary
Located in Westport, CT
One of a kind Murano handcrafted medium square- shaped clear blown glass box with sommerso floating
Category
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes
Materials
Blown Glass
Mid-Century Modern Style Sputnik Murano Glass and Brass Italian Chandelier
Located in Ibiza, Spain
An impressive and very large Sputnik chandelier made of clear Murano glass shards and brass rods
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Style Sputnik Murano Glass and Brass Italian Chandelier
Located in Madrid, ES
Sputnik chandelier made of teardrop shape Murano glass ends and brass rods fixed to a central brass
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
H 55.12 in W 43.31 in D 41.34 in
Large Scale Modern Hand-Blown Murano Glass Table Lamps in Smoked Gold
Located in New York, NY
gold Murano glass are stacked. These pieces are a testament to the economy of form inherent in great
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Modernist Hand Blown Murano Smoked Bronze Glass and Polished Brass Sputnik
Located in New York, NY
This graphic and dramatic Sputnik chandelier was hand blown by our atelier in Murano, Italy- the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Hand Blown Murano Textured Glass Floral Chandelier with Polished Chrome Fittings
Located in New York, NY
This luminous flush mount Sputnik chandelier features an explosion of hand blown Murano glass
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Pair of 1960s Italian MOD/ Space Age Murano Glass Sphere Column Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of 1960s Italian MOD/ Space Age Murano Glass Sphere Column Lamps
We are please to offer
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Pair Of White Murano Sphere Table Lamps 1970s Glass Lights Italian Vintage
Located in London, GB
A pair of white, spherical murano glass table lamps, originating from Italy in the 1970s. Each lamp
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Minimalist Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Italian Gold Murano Glass and Satin Brass Sputnik Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
An Italian Murano glass Sputnik chandelier, each of the 40, 16 inch triangular spokes of clear
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
14k Gold
Murano Glass Triedre Chrome Sputnik Chandelier with 24-Carat White Gold Flecks
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite handblown Murano glass Sputnik chandelier offers an abundance of Triedre crystals
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Gold, Chrome
Pair of Modern Hand Blown Murano Green Glass Table Lamps w/ 24 Karat Gold Flecks
Located in New York, NY
translucent circular glass bands embedded with 24-karat yellow gold flecks either side of the orb at the base
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Gold Leaf
Modernist Chrome and Hand Blown Murano Glass Triedre Sputnik Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
central orb with an abundance of translucent hand blown Murano crystals extending outwards. With its
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Murano Style Blown Glass Table Lamp Cream and Taupe
Located in Topeka, KS
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern Murano style blown glass table lamp in cream and taupe with black and
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Unusual Pendant Light by Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in New York, NY
Polished chrome structure with architectural details. Mold blown glass orb-shaped shade with
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Murano Blown Citron Irregular Shaped Oblong Bowl, Contemporary
Located in Westport, CT
side and center floating orb shape in varying layers of citron executed in the sommerso technique
Category
2010s Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Murano Glass
Peter Shire x Vistosi Murano Postmodern Bone Sculpture with Cobalt Blue Base
By Vistosi, Peter Shire
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Exceptional upright murano art glass sculpture by Peter Shire in collaboration with Vistosi Murano
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass
Modernist Handblown Murano Table Lamps in Smoked Gunmetal
Located in New York, NY
domed base and three orbital forms in mottled Murano glass of a smoked gunmetal hue that evokes the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Gold, Nickel
Modernist Polished Brass Chandelier with Handblown Murano Topaz Discs
Located in New York, NY
polished brass rods emanating from a central orb that culminate in handblown Murano discs in translucent
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Modernist Polished Brass Sputnik w/ Handblown Murano Translucent Orbital Points
Located in New York, NY
translucent glass points. These orbs alternate between plain translucent glass, and clear glass filled with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Blown Art Glass Paperweight Blue and White Flower
By Fratelli Toso
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage beautiful and colorful vintage Murano hand blown blue and white Italian art glass
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Paperweights
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Pair of Hand Amber Hued Murano Lamps with 24-Karat Gold Bands
Located in New York, NY
sultry semi translucent amber hued glass with raised horizontal banding across their surfaces. The orbs
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Modernist Polished Chrome Chandelier with Handblown Murano Black and White Discs
By Vistosi
Located in New York, NY
This stunning modernist chandelier, realized in the manner of Vistosi, was realized in Murano
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
Murano Blown Irregular Shaped Plum Low Vase, Contemporary
Located in Westport, CT
bubbles to one side and center floating orb shape in layers of plum and citron executed in the Sommerso
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Pair of Hand Blown Smoked Moss Hued Murano Lamps with 24-Karat Gold Bands
Located in New York, NY
smoked moss hued glass with raised horizontal banding across their surfaces. The orbs are cinched at
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Gold, Brass
Modernist Brass Starburst Chandelier w/ Clear, Smoked & Graphite Glass Obelisks
Located in New York, NY
handblown Murano glass obelisks in translucent, smoked and graphite hues exploding from a central orb. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
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Murano Glass Orb For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal murano glass orb for your home. Frequently made of glass, metal and brass, every murano glass orb was constructed with great care. There are 18 variations of the antique or vintage murano glass orb you’re looking for, while we also have 9 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a murano glass orb — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right murano glass orb, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Hollywood Regency styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made murano glass orb over the years, but those crafted by Fabio Ltd, Charles Burnand and Mazzega Murano are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Murano Glass Orb?
Prices for a murano glass orb start at $100 and top out at $16,200 with the average selling for $4,800.
Questions About Murano Glass Orb
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- How much is Murano glass worth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021How 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, 2023To 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, 2022All 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, 2022Yes, 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, 2022To 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.
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Murano Lamp Petal
Lucite Egg
Murano Milk Glass Chandelier
Murano Glass Floral Wall Mirror
Murano Glass Petal Lamp
Sputnik Orbit