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Dunbar X-Base Table with Murano Glass Tile Top
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare form with solid rosewood base and Murano glass tile top. Designed by Edward Wormley for
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Vintage 1950s Side Tables

Artist Made Murano Glass Tile Mosaic Coffee Table, circa 1970s
By Roger Capron
Located in Peabody, MA
Unique artist made table of welded steel punch-cut blanks with a dazzling Murano glass tile mosaic
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Cut Steel

Artisan Blush Murano Glass Tile & Brass "Sparta" Chandelier
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Elegant linear Murano glass tile chandelier with un-lacquered brass frame and canopy. Each gently
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Murano Glass Tile Coffee Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A striking example in black, orange and red tiles. Brass leg's.   
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Tables

Materials

Glass

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

Materials

Cut Glass

Vintage Italian Pendant with Clear & Amber Murano Glass by Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian pendant with clear and amber Murano glass tiles hand blown with bubbles within the
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Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Japanese Mid-Century Murano Glass Blue Tile Top Brass End / Side Table
Located in New York, NY
Japanese mid-century end / side table with a Murano glass tiled top in varied shades of blue and
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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Metal

Vintage Italian Brass & Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous vintage chandelier made of clear ribbed, frosted and gold textured Murano glass tiles. The
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Vintage 1980s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Dunbar Murano Tile Top Game Table by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare Murano glass tile top game / dining table with brass edging and tapered mahogany legs
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Vintage 1950s Game Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Tile Top Tables
Located in San Francisco, CA
Murano glass tiles inlaid in a random pattern, great for indoor or outdoor use. In good condition with
Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Tile Top Tables
Mid-Century Modern Tile Top Tables
H 15 in W 16 in D 16 in
Set of Murano Glass Cocktail Tables by Studio Glustin
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Exceptional set of 3 cocktail tables in sculpted Murano glass tiles and brass base. Creation by
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Murano Art Glass Sputnik Mid-century Chandelier and Pendant, 1980
By Murano 5
Located in Rome, IT
Murano glass tiles have been inserted; note the particular shape of the tile, very original. Internally
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mattino D’Inverno by Angelo Brotto for Esperia
By Angelo Brotto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
in gold leaf and a Murano glass tile.
Category

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

Materials

Murano Glass

Fantasia Notturna Applique by Angelo Brotto for Esperia
By Angelo Brotto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
in gold leaf and a Murano glass tile.
Category

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

Materials

Murano Glass

Bespoke Italian Art Deco Style Green Gold Murano Glass Brass and Wood Pedestals
Located in New York, NY
brass, as the tops and bases, and decorated in relief with precious interlocking textured Murano glass
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Brass

Bespoke Italian Art Deco Style Green Gold Murano Glass Brass and Wood Pedestals
Located in New York, NY
brass, as the tops and bases, and decorated in relief with precious interlocking textured Murano glass
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Brass

Pair of Folding Side Tables by Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Murano glass tile tops. Table model #5425.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Murano Art Glass Mid-Century Wall Light, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
design. The applique is composed of a rear iron structure, which supports a beautiful Murano glass tile
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Mazzega Murano Round Blue Color Mid-Century Chandelier and Pendant, 1970
By Mazzega
Located in Rome, IT
white metal structure. All around there are blue colored Murano glass tiles. There are eight concentric
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Glass Round Bottle Green Color Mid-Century Chandelier, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
particular Murano glass tiles have been inserted; the tiles that hang on the structure are of two types: a
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Murano Art Glass Transparent Color and Brass Wall Light, 2010
Located in Rome, IT
applique is formed by a metal structure gold colored that allows a beautiful transparent Murano glass tiles
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Murano Art Glass Dove-Gray Color and Brass Wall Light, 2020
Located in Rome, IT
formed by a metal structure gold colored that allows a beautiful dove gray Murano glass tiles. The design
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Murano Art Glass Dove-Gray Color and Brass Wall Light, 2020
Located in Rome, IT
Murano glass tiles. The design is very clean and simple, but at the same time gives the applique a very
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Murano Art Glass Dove-Gray Color and Brass Wall Light, 2020
Located in Rome, IT
design. The applique is composed of a rear iron structure, which supports a beautiful Murano glass tile
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Murano Art Glass and Glass Chandelier and Pendant, 1970
Located in Rome, IT
Particular circular chandelier, with brass structure and Murano glass tiles. It looks like a system
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Murano Art Glass Transparent Color Round Chandelier and Pendant, 2000
Located in Rome, IT
round white metal structure. All around there are transparent Murano glass tiles. There are six
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Art Glass Transparent Color Round Chandelier and Pendant, 2000
Located in Rome, IT
round white metal structure. All around there are transparent Murano glass tiles. There are seven
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Midcentury Round Art Glass Red and Gray Chandeliers and Pendant, 1970
Located in Rome, IT
large and small multi-colored Murano glass tiles. The colors of the tiles are red and grey. The
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Murano Round Ambra / Transparent Color Mid-Century Chandelier, 2000
Located in Rome, IT
transparent colored Murano glass tiles. There are seven concentric circles, which widen more and more from the
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Mazzega Murano Round Green Color Midcentury Chandelier, 2000
Located in Rome, IT
round gold metal structure. All around there are green colored Murano glass tiles. There are five
Category

Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass, Art Glass

Murano Round Blu Sky / White Color Mid-Century Chandelier, 2000
Located in Rome, IT
chandelier has a round white metal structure. All around there are blue sky and white colored Murano glass
Category

Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Italian Bar or Sideboard from the 1940s to Luigi Brusotti Vintage
By Luigi Brusotti
Located in Lyon, FR
maple front and joints entirely covered with black Murano glass tiles. Two side doors open onto an
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Murano Glass, Wood

Murano Round Ambra / White Color Mid-Century Chandelier, 2000
Located in Rome, IT
chandelier has a round gold metal structure. All around there are ambra and white colored Murano glass tiles
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Mazzega Murano Round Light Pink and White Color Midcentury Chandelier, 2000
Located in Rome, IT
and white colored Murano glass tiles. There are eight concentric circles, which widen more and more
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Mazzega Murano Round Green Color Midcentury Chandelier, 2000
Located in Rome, IT
round white metal structure. All around there are green colored Murano glass tiles. There are seven
Category

Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass, Art Glass

Murano Green Art Glass and Brass Round Mid-Century Chandelier and Pendants, 2000
Located in Rome, IT
glass tiles, very beautiful and particular. Simple but very elegant linear Murano chandelier. Murano
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Murano Round Transparent White Color Mid-century Chandelier and Pendant, 2000
Located in Rome, IT
chandelier has a round white metal structure. All around there are transparent colored Murano glass tiles
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Round Transparent White Color Mid-Century Chandelier and Pendant, 2000
Located in Rome, IT
chandelier has a round white metal structure. All around there are white colored Murano glass tiles. There
Category

Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Round Transparent White Color Mid-century Chandelier and Pendant, 2000
Located in Rome, IT
chandelier has a round white metal structure. All around there are white colored Murano glass tiles. There
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

In the style of Gruppo Luce for La Murrina Orange Color Chandelier, circa 2010’s
By La Murrina
Located in Rome, IT
white metal structure. All around there are orange colored Murano glass tiles. There are eight
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Vintage Brass and Mosaic Coffee Table Attributed to Ed Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Coffee table composed of an inset mosaic of Murano glass tiles framed by solid brass trim and base
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

In the style of Gruppo Luce for La Murrina Emerald Color Chandelier, 2010’s
By La Murrina
Located in Rome, IT
round white metal structure. All around there are emerald and white colored Murano glass tiles. There
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Gruppo Luce made by La Murrina Round Periwinkle Color Chandelier, 2020
Located in Rome, IT
Murano glass tiles. There are eight concentric circles, which widen more and more from the bottom up to
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Gruppo Luce made by La Murrina Round Amber Color Midcentury Chandelier, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
. The chandelier has a round white metal structure. All around there are amber colored Murano glass
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Gruppo Luce made by La Murrina Round Green Color Midcentury Chandelier, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
round white metal structure. All around there are green colored Murano glass tiles. There are eight
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Round Tiffany Color Glass and Brass Chandelier and Pendant, 1980
By Murano 5
Located in Rome, IT
A perfect riot of colors and style concentrated in this beautiful marriage of Murano glass and
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mazzega Clear and Amber Curved Glass Tile Chandelier on Chrome Frame
By Mazzega
Located in Antwerp, BE
Mazzega clear and amber curved glass tile chandelier on chrome frame, Italy, 1970s.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Large Mid century modern Murano glass Mirror
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Palermo, PA
from Murano in the 1980s. Its rectangular silhouette is embellished with a border composed of
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Murano Glass

Large Mid century modern Murano glass Mirror
Large Mid century modern Murano glass Mirror
H 40.95 in W 32.68 in D 2.76 in
Mazzega Clear and Amber Curved Glass Tile Chandelier on Chrome Frame
By Mazzega
Located in Antwerp, BE
Mazzega clear and amber curved glass tile chandelier on chrome frame, Italy, 1970s.   
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Bespoke Italian Smoked Amber Mirrored Murano Glass Geometric Bronze Tile Mirror
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
composed of handmade bubble Murano glass squares in relief in a sunburst pattern interspersed with
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2010s Italian Industrial Wall Mirrors

Materials

Metal

Bespoke Italian Smoked Amber Mirrored Murano Glass Geometric Bronze Tile Mirror
Located in New York, NY
decorative frame, inset in dark pewter bronze finish borders, is composed of handmade bubble Murano glass
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2010s Italian Industrial Wall Mirrors

Materials

Metal

Customizable Italian Smoked Silver Murano Glass Geometric Gun Metal Tile Mirror
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
of handmade bubble Murano glass squares in relief in a sunburst pattern interspersed with waterfall
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2010s Italian Industrial Wall Mirrors

Materials

Metal, Silver Leaf

Customizable Italian Smoked Silver Murano Glass Geometric Gun Metal Tile Mirror
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
of handmade bubble Murano glass squares in relief in a sunburst pattern interspersed with waterfall
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21st Century and Contemporary European Industrial Wall Mirrors

Materials

Metal, Silver Leaf

Bespoke Italian Square Silver Leaf Smoked Crystal Murano Glass Brass Tile Mirror
Located in New York, NY
, and glass colors: the decorative frame, inset in brass borders, is composed of square tiles in crystal
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass, Silver Leaf

Custom Italian Art Deco Silver Gray Murano Glass Geometric Tile Brass Mirror
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
of the mirrored plate. It is composed by glass square tiles, that can be in the tint of your choice
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Custom Italian Art Deco Silver Gray Murano Glass Geometric Tile Brass Mirror
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
of the mirrored plate. It is composed by glass square tiles, that can be in the tint of your choice
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Glass Tile of Gazelle by Napoleone Martinuzzi
By Venini, Napoleone Martinuzzi
Located in London, GB
Molded glass gile depicting a wounded gazelle by Napoleone Martinuzzi (1892-1977) circa 1930 for
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Decorative Art

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Elegant Murano Art Glass Mirror
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Hand crafted Murano glass square tile and brass framed mirror. Italy. This mirror is currently
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2010s Italian Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Elegant Murano Art Glass Mirror
Elegant Murano Art Glass Mirror
H 53 in W 30 in D 2 in
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Occasional Table with Murano Mosaic Tiles
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Occasional Table with Murano Mosaic Tiles, model 5425, Mahogany wood base
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Rare Vintage Hollywood Regency Brass Frame and Glass Metallic Mosaic Tile Tables
Located in Long Island City, NY
Vintage Hollywood Regency Brass Frame and Glass Metallic Mosaic Tile Tables, Circa 1960s. Beautiful
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Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Brass

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Murano Glass Tile For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic murano glass tile available at 1stDibs. A murano glass tile — often made from glass, metal and murano glass — can elevate any home. Find 179 options for an antique or vintage murano glass tile now, or shop our selection of 35 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer murano glass tile, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right murano glass tile, those designed in mid-century modern, modern and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made murano glass tile over the years, but those crafted by Edward Wormley, Dunbar and Mazzega Murano are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Murano Glass Tile?

Prices for a murano glass tile start at $270 and top out at $45,000 with the average selling for $6,200.
Questions About Murano Glass Tile
  • 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, 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 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 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.