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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
H 8.66 in Dm 3.94 in
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
H 43.31 in Dm 9.85 in
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
H 29.52 in Dm 31.49 in
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
H 11.03 in W 7.09 in D 4.73 in
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
H 49.22 in W 37.41 in D 2.76 in
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
H 12 in W 9.75 in D 7.75 in
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
H 20.08 in W 13.39 in D 3.94 in
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
H 16.93 in W 4.73 in D 16.93 in
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
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
H 8.67 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in
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
H 11.82 in W 6.7 in D 5.12 in
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
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
H 17.72 in W 6.7 in D 3.94 in
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
H 3.94 in Dm 2.56 in
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
H 3.15 in W 9.06 in D 6.7 in
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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Is Murano glass worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Yes, 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano 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, 2023To 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, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To 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.