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Heavy Gilt Murano Glass Stem Lamp with Custom Silk Shade
By Barovier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heavy gilt Murano glass stem lamp with custom silk shade in the style of Barovier. Giltwood base
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Heavy Gilt Murano Glass Stem Lamp with Custom Silk Shade
By Barovier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heavy gilt Murano glass stem lamp with custom silk shade in the style of Barovier. Giltwood base
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Wood

Heavy Gilt Murano Glass Stem Lamp with Custom Silk Shade
By Barovier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heavy gilt Murano glass stem lamp with custom silk shade in the style of Barovier. giltwood base
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Heavy Gilt Murano Glass Stem Lamp with Custom Silk Shade
By Barovier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heavy Gilt Murano glass stem lamp with custom silk shade in the style of Barovier. Gilt wood base
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Heavy Gilt Murano Glass Stem Lamp with Custom Silk Shade
By Barovier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heavy Gilt Murano Glass Stem Lamp with Custom Silk Shade in the style of Barovier. Gilt wood base
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Wood

Venini waterfall wall lamp, Murano glass stems, Italy 1970
By Venini
Located in BARCELONA, ES
made up of murano glass rods distributed in a cascade on a brass structure. Magnificent decorative
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal

Mid-Century Floor Lamp with Murano Glass Stem and Brass Details
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This mid-century floor lamp features three clear Murano glass twisted cylinders with scalloped
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Vintage Italian Murano Glass Table Lamps 'c. 1960's'
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian table lamps with black Murano glass stems and cream infused with gold Murano glass
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Vintage Murano Disc Sputnik Chandelier
Located in Austin, TX
sphere. Multicolored Murano glass stemmed discs project from the spheres.
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Single Murano Torchere Sconce
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian torchere wall sconce with hand blown white Murano glass shade and black Murano glass stem
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Single Murano Torchere Sconce
Single Murano Torchere Sconce
H 27 in W 8.5 in D 10 in
Pair of Art Deco Style Murano Black and Gold Glass Wall Lights, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Murano glass shades infused with gilded speckles, twisted black Murano glass stem, mounted on brass
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Stem Glass in Amethyst Murano Glass with Spiral Stem in Gold Leaf Italy 1990s
Located in Villaverla, IT
Stem Glass in Amethyst Murano Glass with Spiral Stem in Gold Leaf Italy 1990s. Entirely handmade of
Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Gold

Transparent Venetian Murano Stem Glass with Gold Finishes Italy 1990s
By Giovanni Dalla Fina
Located in Villaverla, IT
Transparent Venetian Murano Stem Glass with Gold Finishes Contemporary, Italy, 1990s. This is an
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1990s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Mid-Century Ruby Glass Dolphin Stem Bowl
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stunning Italian Venetian mid-century ruby glass dolphin stem bowl made on Murano. The bowl
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Blown Glass

Murano Mid-Century Ruby Glass Dolphin Stem Bowl
Murano Mid-Century Ruby Glass Dolphin Stem Bowl
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H 4.14 in W 4.14 in D 3.15 in
1950s Italian Murano Bright Rose Pink Gold Art Glass Serving Set
By Murano 5
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Eye-catching bright fuchsia pink striped set of Venetian Murano mouthblown art glass serveware
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Fratelli Toso Art Glass Stem Flower Vase
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Miami, FL
Murano art glass stem flower vase attributed to Fratelli Toso. Stunning colors and design. Very
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Salviati Attributed Murano Ruby Glass Dolphin Stem Candlestick
By Salviati
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A fine stylish vintage Italian, Murano ruby glass candlestick with a dolphin stem attributed to
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Stem Glasses' Pair in Amethyst Blown Murano Glass and Coral Borders Italy 1960s
Located in Villaverla, IT
Stem Glasses' Pair in Amethyst Blown Murano Glass and Coral Borders Italy 1960s The production of
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Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass

Decorative Stem Glass in Amber Murano Glass with Gold Leaf Italy Venice 1970s
By Maestro Giuliano Tosi
Located in Villaverla, IT
Decorative Stem Glass in Amber Murano Glass with Gold Leaf Italy Venice 1970s. Entirely handcrafted
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Vintage 1970s Italian Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Gold Leaf

Set of 8 Cenedese twisted Ruby stem, Pulegoso Murano Glass, unique. Signed
By Amelio Cenedese
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Exceptional set of Cenedese stem glass. This unrepeatable set of stemware reproduces the Georgian
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Georgian Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Sky Blue Stem Glass in Blown Murano Glass and Gold Leaf 1990s Venice Italy
Located in Villaverla, IT
Sky Blue Stem Glass in Blown Murano Glass and Gold Leaf 1990s Venice Italy. Entirely handcrafted in
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1990s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Gold

Trio of Shiny Black Stem Glasses in Murano Glass with Red Finishes Italy 1970s
Located in Villaverla, IT
Trio of Shiny Black Stem Glasses in Murano Glass with Red Finishes Italy 1970s Entirely handmade of
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass

Pair of Torchere Sconces
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
and brown Murano glass stem, mounted on brass frames / Made in Italy 1 light / E26 or E27 type / max
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and...

Materials

Brass

Pair of Torchere Sconces
Pair of Torchere Sconces
H 24.41 in W 8.27 in D 7.88 in
Unique Set of 6 Cenedese Twisted Stem, Cobalt and Pulegoso Murano Glass. Signed
By Amelio Cenedese, Cenedese
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Own a rare and exceptional set of Cenedese stem glass This unrepeatable set of stemware reproduces
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Georgian Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Mid-Century Dolphin Stem Twin Arm Glass Lamp Stand
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A large and impressive Italian Murano mid-century hand blown glass lamp stand or twin candle stick
Category

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

Materials

Blown Glass

Murano Mid-Century Dolphin Stem Twin Arm Glass Lamp Stand
Murano Mid-Century Dolphin Stem Twin Arm Glass Lamp Stand
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H 12.21 in W 12.11 in D 5.12 in
Eclectic Set of 8 Cenedese Murano Stemmed Glass, each with gold leaf embedded
By Amelio Cenedese
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
I had the privilege of gaining access to the collection of individual Cenedese glass pieces, which
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Pair of Torchere Sconces
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
and twisted black Murano glass stem, mounted on brass frames / Made in Italy 1 light / E26 or E27 type
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and...

Materials

Brass

Pair of Torchere Sconces
Pair of Torchere Sconces
H 28.75 in W 7.49 in D 8.27 in
Murano Glass, Clear Gold and Color, 1970s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Vienna, AT
Italian handcrafted chalice in clear, gold, red and blue glass. The stem is cutted and decorated
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass, Clear Gold and Color, 1970s
Murano Glass, Clear Gold and Color, 1970s
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H 12.8 in Dm 3.75 in
Murano Glass, Clear Gold and Color, 1970s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Vienna, AT
Italian handcrafted chalice in clear, gold, white and blue glass. The stem is cutted and decorated
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass, Clear Gold and Color, 1970s
Murano Glass, Clear Gold and Color, 1970s
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H 12.41 in Dm 3.67 in
Murano Glass, Clear Gold and Color, 1970s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Vienna, AT
Italian handcrafted chalice in clear, gold, amber and red glass. The stem is cutted and decorated
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass, Clear Gold and Color, 1970s
Murano Glass, Clear Gold and Color, 1970s
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H 12.21 in Dm 3.75 in
Red Eclectic Set of 8 Cenedese Murano Stemmed Glass, Each in Different Design
By Amelio Cenedese
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
I had the privilege of gaining access to an extensive collection of individual Cenedese glass
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Blue Chalice with Murano Glass and 24-Carat Gold, 1980s, Italy
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
Italian blue chalice with Murano glass and 24-carat gold, 1980s. This elegant Venetian chalice was
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Gold

Murano Glass, Clear and Color, 1970s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Vienna, AT
Italian handcrafted chalice in clear, amber and green glass. The base is decorated with cutted
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Murano Glass, Clear and Color, 1970s
Murano Glass, Clear and Color, 1970s
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H 12.21 in Dm 3.75 in
Red Murano Glass Goblet with Hand-Painted Garlands Attributed to Caramea, 1990s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
Red Murano glass goblet with hand-painted garlands, attributed to Caramea, 1990s. This is an
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1990s Italian Modern Glass

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass

Italian Handcrafted Chalice in Blown Murano Glass Clear Color and Gold, 1990s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
Italian handcrafted chalice in blown Murano glass clear color and gold, 1980s This elegant chalice
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Gold

Vibrant Set of Three Murano 1960s Orange Glass Compotes on Clear Glass Stems
Located in San Francisco, CA
A vibrant set of three Murano 1960s orange glass compotes on clear glass stems; of varying heights
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Vintage 1960s Italian Glass

Pair of Cornucopia Goblet in Blown Murano Glass with Gold Finishes, 1960s, Italy
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
of blue and pink stem glasses with gold finishes was entirely handcrafted in the island of Murano in
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Glass

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Gold

Set 6 Flutes and 6 Stem Glass Cenedese Murano Cobalt and Gold Accents, 80s
By Amelio Cenedese, Maestri Muranesi
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Extraordinary set of 6 stemmed glass from Cenedese. The stem is blown glass rather than solid
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Gold Leaf

Murano Art Glass Stem Vase Signed Vellini
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Miami, FL
A lovely Murano art glass stem vase. No damage, controlled bubble inclusions and sommerso
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Murano Art Glass Stem Vase Signed Vellini
Murano Art Glass Stem Vase Signed Vellini
H 4.25 in W 2.75 in D 2.75 in
Italian Venetian Murano Glass Goblet
Located in New York, NY
Italian (1890) Venetian Murano light blue glass goblet with open hour glass design pedestal stem.
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Antique 19th Century Italian Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Murano Art Glass Stem Vase or Glass Candlesticks
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Miami, FL
This elegant pair of Murano art glass stem vases or glass candlesticks were realized by craftsmen
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Art Glass, Glass

Seventies Couple of Murano Glass Candelabras
Located in Firenze, FI
Beautiful two-armed chandeliers in Murano glass, similar but not the same, made with yellow stems
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Vintage 1970s Italian Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Antique Venetian Murano Green Gold Leaf Italian Art Glass Shell Goblet Holder
By Compagnia Di Venezia E Murano (C.V.M.), Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful, antique, early Venetian / Murano hand blown green and gold flecks Italian art glass
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Late Victorian Glass

Materials

Gold Leaf

Italian Handcrafted Murano Blue Glass 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian handcrafted chalice in blown Murano glass clear color and blue, 1980s This elegant chalice
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Set of Six Long stemmed 1980s Hand-Blown Nason Moretti Wine Glasses
By Nason and Moretti
Located in Roma, IT
Set of six very tall blue hand-blown Italian wine flutes by Nason Moretti, the Murano glass blowing
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Vintage 1980s Italian Glass

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass

Murano Glass Sommerso Stem Vase
By Flavio Poli
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Murano Glass Sommerso Stem Vase amethyst in blue sommerso graceful teardrop shape attributed
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

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

Murano Glass Sommerso Stem Vase
Murano Glass Sommerso Stem Vase
H 14 in W 4.25 in D 2.5 in
Dragonfly Stem Vase Paglierino colour Blown Murano Glass Venice Italy 1980s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
Dragonfly Stem Glass Vase Paglierino colour Blown Murano Glass Venice Italy 1980s. Entirely
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass, Cut Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass

Murano Art Glass Green Cactus Plant, 1990
Located in Rome, IT
cacti are in Murano glass have a vase in red glass and each one has a different shape. This one in
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Goblet "Tipetto" Pink Blown Glass With Gold Leaf Decoration
Located in Prato, Tuscany
Murano glass goblet; it has a stem worked with the pincer molding technique and gold leaf decoration; the
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Baroque Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Goblet "Tipetto" Ruby Red Blown Glass With Gold Decoration
Located in Prato, Tuscany
Murano glass goblet; it has a rare stem worked with the pincer molding technique by which the craftsman
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Baroque Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Goblet "Tipetto" Red Blown Glass With Gold Leaf Decoration
Located in Prato, Tuscany
Murano glass goblet; it has a rare stem worked with the pincer molding technique by which the craftsman
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Baroque Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Imposing Gold Murano Glass Waterfall Chandelier by Giovanni Dalla Fina Italy 20s
By Giovanni Dalla Fina, Giovanni Dalla Fina Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
six tiers, with a slender gold Murano glass stem as its centerpiece. The base of the chandelier
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Flush Mount

Materials

Gold Leaf, Brass

Salviati & Co Pair Mezza Filigrana Wine Glasses on Thorny Stems
By Antonio Salviati
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stylish pair Italian Murano mezza filigrana win glasses on thorny twisted stems by Salviati & Co
Category

Antique Early 1900s Italian Revival Barware

Materials

Blown Glass

Murano Art Glass Water Green Cactus Plant, 1990
Located in Rome, IT
cacti are in Murano glass have a vase in green glass and each one has a different shape. This one in
Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Art Glass Water Green Cactus Plant, 1990
Located in Rome, IT
cacti are in Murano glass have a vase in red glass and each one has a different shape. This one in
Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Gold Fleck Glass Panels Brass Frame Chandelier
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Pasadena, CA
70s Gold Fleck Murano Chandelier with brass stem and fittings. Great condition beautiful design.
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Ribbed Gourd-Form White Opaline Glass Table Lamp
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Chicago, IL
Ribbed and opaline Murano glass table lamp with black lacquered metal base. Elongated gourd form
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Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Six Cenedese Nautilus Flutes, Amber and Pulegoso Murano Glass, Signed
By Amelio Cenedese, Cenedese
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Introducing this rare and exceptional set of antique Murano glass flutes, inspired by the nautilus
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Art Glass White and Gold Tree Sculpture, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
Very particular sculpture of Tree in Murano glass, stylized and linear like the art of glass in
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Beautiful Dolphin Stemware Italian Venetian Murano Glass Goblet Venini, Italy
By Salviati
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful Venetian Art glass dolphin stem chalice goblet. This Murano glass goblet on display
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Vintage 1970s Italian Baroque Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

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Murano Glass Stem For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal murano glass stem for your home. Each murano glass stem for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, murano glass and metal. Find 1548 options for an antique or vintage murano glass stem now, or shop our selection of 347 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a murano glass stem — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A murano glass stem is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, modern and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one murano glass stem that is appealing in its simplicity, but Barovier&Toso, Carlo Moretti and Venini produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Murano Glass Stem?

Prices for a murano glass stem start at $1 and top out at $102,000 with the average selling for $3,502.
Questions About Murano Glass Stem
  • 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 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, 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
    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.

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