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Seguso Vase Murano Glass with Gold Leaf 1955 Italy
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Milano, IT
Seguso vase Murano glass with gold leaf 1955 Italy.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Other Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Cornucopia Goblet in Blown Murano Glass with Gold Finishes, 1960s, Italy
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
Pair of cornucopia goblet in blown Murano glass with gold finishes, 1960s, Italy This unique pair
Category

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Gold

Archimede Seguso italian bicolor 1950 Murano Glass with gold cock.
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Archimede Seguso Murano glass with gold bicolor cock circa 1950.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass with Gold Inclusions Chandelier by Barovier & Toso, Italy
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Murano glass with gold inclusions chandelier by Barovier & Toso, Italy, circa 1950. Four lights.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Gold

Sculpture in Murano glass with gold representing a fish circa 1950
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible sculpture in Murano glass with gold representing a fish circa 1950.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian International Style Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Floor Lamp in White Murano Glass with Gold Glitter Inserts
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Floor lamp in white Murano glass with gold glitter inserts, on metal structure, Cup 's diameter
Category

Early 2000s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Archimede Seguso vide-poche green in Murano glass with gold circa 1950
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Archimede Seguso green vide poche in Murano glass with gold circa 1950.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Murano Glass

Archimede Seguso "Macchia ambra verde" bowl Murano glass with gold circa 1950.
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible original Archimede Seguso "Macchia ambra verde" Murano glass with gold circa 1950 bowl.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

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
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Gold Leaf

Pair of Murano Glass with Gold Inclusions Table Lamps by Barovier & Toso, Italy
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of Murano glass with gold inclusions table lamps by Barovier & Toso, Italy, circa 1950.   
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Gold

20th Century Floral Chandelier in Silk-and-amber-colored Murano Glass, with Gold
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
Elegant 20th century floral chandelier in silk-and-amber-colored Murano glass, with gold finishes
Category

20th Century Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Gold

Barovier&Toso ashtray in Murano glass with gold circa 1950.
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Ashtray in Murano glass attributed to Barovier&Toso with bubbles and gold circa 1950.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Archimede Seguso ashtray in Murano glass with gold and 'venturine'.
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible ashtray in Murano glass by Archimede Seguso circa 1950 with gold and 'Venturine'
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Seguso Spherical Paperweight in Murano Glass with Gold Dust, Italy 1950s
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Roma, IT
Fantastic spherical shaped paperweight made mouth-blown Murano glass with gold leaf inside. This
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass

Archimede Seguso Basket in Murano Glass with Gold and Coralo Glass
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible coralo glass basket made by Archimede Seguso circa 1950 with gold and applied glass.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian International Style Centerpieces

Materials

Murano Glass

Seguso Murano Egg Paperweight in Murano Glass with Gold Dust, Italy 1950s
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Roma, IT
Fantastic egg-shaped paperweight made in mouth-blown Murano glass with gold leaf inside. This
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Decorative Bottle in Murano Glass with Gold Leaf Frets Venice Italy 1970s
Located in Villaverla, IT
Decorative Bottle in Murano Glass with Gold Leaf Frets Venice Italy 1970s Entirely handcrafted in
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Bottles

Materials

Gold

Archimede Seguso Murano glass with gold cornucopia rubi costolato circa 1950
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible center piece in Murano glass by Archimede Seguso rubi with gold costolato cornucopia
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian International Style Centerpieces

Materials

Murano Glass

Archimede Seguso Ashtray in Murano Glass with Gold and Air Bubbles
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Murano ashtray made by Archimede Seguso for cigars with bubbles and gold.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian International Style Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Two Small Bowls in Murano Glass with Gold by Arte Muranese, Collectible Glass
By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM)
Located in Roma, IT
Two small bowls with gold. By Vetro Arte Muranese. Collectible Murano glass.
Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Archimede Seguso vase in Murano glass with gold and applied glass circa 1950
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible vase in Murano glass by Archimede Seguso with gold and applied glass. Fantastic.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian International Style Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Archimede Seguso 1950 large center table Murano glass with gold
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible and large center table by Archimede Seguso circa 1950 with gold
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian International Style Decorative Bowls

Materials

Murano Glass

Gold Venetian Rigatello Mirror Blown Murano Glass with Gold Inclusions Modern
Located in London, GB
gold leaf. Made in Murano Italy, modern. This stunning mirror is a work of art of the ancient blown
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Blown Glass, Wood

Mid-Century Italian Venetian Chandelier in Blown Murano Glass with Gold Flakes
Located in Casteren, NL
was completely made in clear glass and some parts, 24-carat gold flakes were encapsulated in the glass
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Gold Leaf

Mid-Century Barovier Green Murano Glass with Gold Leaf Candle Holder, Italy 50s
By Barovier
Located in Palermo, IT
Very fine Murano glass candle holder with green leaves above and transparent below, all with
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Murano Glass

Barovier Vase in Blue Murano Glass with Gold Inclusions and Clear Side Fins
By Barovier
Located in Troy, MI
Found in Italy, this circa 1950s blue Murano glass vase has a flared body with contrasting
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Seguso Pair of Sconces, Murano Glass with Gold Leaf, Tulips, Leaves and Bow Deco
By Vetreria Artistica Barovier & C., Venini, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
. See Venini blue catalog. Glass has pure gold leaf inclusion. An historical fixture will give a touch
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Gold Leaf

Mid-Century Pendant Lamp made of Murano Glass with Gold Yellow Waves and Brass
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Hannover, DE
Let yourself be enchanted by this timeless, classic hanging lamp, made from mouth-blown Murano
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Pendant Lamp made of Murano Glass with Gold Yellow Waves and Brass
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Hannover, DE
Let yourself be enchanted by this timeless, classic hanging lamp, made from mouth-blown Murano
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Murano vase by Archimede Seguso circa 1950 with cornucopia.
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible vase in Murano glass with gold and cornucopia applied by Archimede Seguso circa 1950.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian International Style Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Barovier Murano Glass Moorish Figures
By Barovier&Toso
Located in San Francisco, CA
A fine pair of Moorish Figures in Venetian Dress. Hand blown Black Murano Glass with Gold
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Blue Murano Glass Ice Bucket with Gold Glass Handles, Italy 1960s
By Maestri Vetrai
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning Ice Bucket in blue Murano glass with gold glass handles. This gorgeous piece was made in
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Barbini Murano glass gold circa 1950 elephant
By Barbini
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Murano glass with gold elephant attributed to BARBINI circa 1950.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Archimede Seguso 'rubino' Murano glass with bubbles and gold 1950 cock.
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Archimede Seguso "rubino" Murano glass with gold and air bubbles inside the glass circa
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Duck by La Murrina with Gold Leaf, Italy, 1990s
By La Murrina
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1990s. This duck is made in Murano glass with gold leaf and murrines. It has its
Category

1990s Italian Glass

Materials

Gold Leaf

Archimede Seguso 1950 Center piece "costolato oro"
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible center piece in Murano glass with gold in intense blue by Archimede Seguso circa 1950
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian International Style Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano glass sconces
By Veronese
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A tall single sconces Murano glass with gold
Category

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

Materials

Glass

Murano glass sconces
Murano glass sconces
H 19.69 in W 15.75 in D 11.82 in
Archimede Seguso Murano glass "Macchia ambra verde retorto" with gold 1952 vase.
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible and rare Archimede Seguso "macchia ambra verde retorto" Murano glass with gold circa
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

VENINI - Toni ZUCCHERI - Pair Sconces - Gold Murano glass - Italy 1950.
By Venini
Located in Milano, IT
Pair of appliques Murano glass with gold leaf, 1950. Murano glass.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

1980s Murano Glass Table Lamps by Veronese
By Veronese
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Table lamps in Murano glass with gold inclusion, on polished brass base. Circa 1980's Italy
Category

Late 20th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1980s Murano Glass Table Lamps by Veronese
1980s Murano Glass Table Lamps by Veronese
H 14.18 in W 7.09 in D 8.67 in
Italian Murano Glass Dove Signed by Barovier and Toso
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Antwerp, BE
Elegant dove in handblown Murano glass with gold inclusion. Signed by Barovier and Toso
Category

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

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Golden Light, Set of Three Gorgeous and Elegant Murano Ceiling Lights, 1980's
By Mazzega
Located in Budapest, HU
Gorgeous set of three ceiling lights made of high quality Murano Glass with gold inclusions
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Flush Mount

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Alfredo Barbini Murano Art Glass 1960s Colored
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Alfredo Barbini Murano art glass, 1960s, character in multicolored Murano glass with gold dust
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Aritistic Murano Glass Holy Family Sculpture by Roberto Beltrami
By Roberto Beltrami
Located in Murano, VE
Artistic piece of Holy Family made in Murano glass with gold leaf 24-karat. Limited Edition, 5
Category

2010s Italian Minimalist Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Vintage Barovier Green Murano Glass Floor Lamp w/ Gold Foil Inclusions
By Barovier
Located in North Miami, FL
Wonderful original vintage Barovier floor lamp with custom shade included. Green Murano glass with
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

20th Century Murano Glass / Gold Flecks Pair Lamp
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Mid 20th century Murano glass with gold flecks design details footed pair table lamp. Each lamp is
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Gold

Pink and Gold Chandelier by Barovier & Toso, Murano, 1950
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Budapest, HU
Charming chandelier by Barovier & Toso, 1950, blown Murano glass with gold inclusions. Six-light
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Barovier & Toso Blue Murano Glass "Twist" Hanging Pendant with Gold Inclusions
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Barovier et Toso murano glass spiral blue, gold flecked hanging lamp, 1950's. Featuring a slim
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Nickel

Flower Shaped Murano Glass Flush Mount by Barovier & Toso, Italy
By Barovier&Toso, Murano 5
Located in Rijssen, NL
Murano glass with gold details. Mounted on a white back plate. The lights refract light beautifully. The
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Murano Glass

Set Four Sconces Gold Inclusions Barovier & Toso Style, Murano, 1980
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Budapest, HU
Luxurious set Four sconces in Murano glass with gold inclusions. To complete a modern atmosphere
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Pretty Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in SAINTE-COLOMBE, FR
A very pretty four light chandelier in Murano glass with gold metal work. The central column
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Gold Plate

Pair of Italian Flush Mount Lamp in Murano Glass, circa 1960s
Located in London, GB
A glamorous pair of Italian Flush mount lamps in Murano glass with gold plated fixture and
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Purple Murano Glass Ashtray-Catchall by Ercole Barovier mod. "Porpora"
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s. Made in purple Murano glass with gold leaf. This is a piece of the "porpora
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Gold Leaf

Murano Glass Candelabrum by Seguso for Veronese, 1940s
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful candelabrum in fine Italian transparent Murano glass by Seguso Vetri d'Arte for Veronese
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

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

Contemporary Pair of Brass and Cola Gold Leaf Murano Glass Sconces, Italy
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Pair of Cola Murano glass with gold leaf and brass wall lights lightning lamps sconces
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Set Of Six NasonMoretti Murano Mouth-Blown Glass Hand-Gilt Tumblers, Italy, 2010
By Nason and Moretti
Located in Cagliari, IT
Extremely beautiful set of six tumblers in hand-blown and hand-painted Murano glass with gold
Category

2010s Italian Other Barware

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Elegant Pair of Murano Glass Catch-Alls in Shell Shape with Gold Detailing, 1970
By Formia Murano
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
This exceptional pair of Murano glass catch-alls, crafted by the prestigious Formia, beautifully
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Gold, Gold Leaf

Pair of Sconces Gold Inclusions Barovier & Toso Style, Murano, 1980
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Budapest, HU
Luxurious pair of sconces in Murano glass with gold inclusions. To complete a modern atmosphere
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Pair of Flower Light Fixtures by Barovier & Toso, Murano, 1990s
By Murano 5, Barovier&Toso
Located in Rijssen, NL
This lovely pair of Barovier wall lights are made of dozens of small roses in precious Murano glass
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

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Murano Glass With Gold For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of murano glass with gold for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, murano glass and metal. If you’re shopping for an item from our selection of murano glass with gold, we have 835 options in-stock, while there are 79 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of murano glass with gold — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each object in our assortment of murano glass with gold bearing Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco or Modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made option in this array of murano glass with gold over the years, but those crafted by Barovier&Toso, Archimede Seguso and Venini are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Murano Glass With Gold?

Prices for a piece of murano glass with gold start at $100 and top out at $62,150 with the average selling for $1,914.
Questions About Murano Glass With Gold
  • 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
    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 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 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
    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 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 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 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 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.