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Midcentury Green Art Murano Glass Italian Vase Attributed to F.lli Toso, 1950s
By Fratelli Toso, Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Roma, IT
Large submerged Murano art crystal and green glass vase. This wonderful item was produced during
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass, Glass, Art Glass

Round Murano Sommerso Smoked Glass Ashtrays by V. Nason & Carlo for Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
appearance. Murano sommerso vases are typically made by layering several colors of glass and then shaping
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Antonio da Ros Signed Cenedese Murano Glass Vase circa 1960s Layered Blue
By Antonio da Ros
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Antonio da Ros Signed Cenedese Murano glass vase circa 1960s factory signed in script on the bottom
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

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Blown Glass

Murano Art Glass Manta Ray Tortoise Spotted Bowl Ashtray Vintage 1960s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Murano glass dish in Manta Ray shape The bowl is cased in a thin layer of white glass and has a polished
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine

Murano Glass Scilla Sink - Washbasin
By Roberto Beltrami
Located in Murano, VE
beauty of handmade Murano glass!
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2010s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Elephant Sculpture, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
of Murano glass that has layers of contrasting colors (usually two), the technique involves the
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Elephant Sculpture, 1980
Murano Glass Elephant Sculpture, 1980
H 11.03 in W 7.49 in D 3.94 in
Murano Glass Penguin Sculpture, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
Beautiful Murano glass sculpture representing a penguin, with the head turned upwards. The Murano
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Penguin Sculpture, 1980
Murano Glass Penguin Sculpture, 1980
H 10.63 in W 5.91 in D 4.34 in
Murano Glass Penguin Sculpture, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
Beautiful Murano glass sculpture representing a penguin, with the head turned upwards. The Murano
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Penguin Sculpture, 1980
Murano Glass Penguin Sculpture, 1980
H 10.63 in W 5.91 in D 4.34 in
Murano Glass Vase Spike Amber Green
By Roberto Beltrami
Located in Murano, VE
skilled team in Murano. These majestic vases are shaped before being adorned with scorching clear glass
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2010s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Vase  Spike Amber Green
Murano Glass Vase  Spike Amber Green
H 11.82 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Fish Table Sculpture
By Compagnia Di Venezia E Murano (C.V.M.)
Located in CABA, AR
    Introducing an extraordinary Murano blown glass fish table sculpture, a mesmerizing
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20th Century Italian Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Murano Glass Fish Sculpture by Licio Zanetti
By Licio Zanetti
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Murano glass fish sculpture by Licio Zanetti. The fish is signed on the bottom and has beautiful
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Fish Sculpture by Licio Zanetti
By Licio Zanetti
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Murano glass fish sculpture by Licio Zanetti. The fish is signed on the bottom and has beautiful
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Rostri with Gold Leaf 24-Karat
By Roberto Beltrami
Located in Murano, VE
clear glass spikes fused all around. Employing the 'Rostrato' technique, layers of incandescent glass
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2010s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Rostri with Gold Leaf 24-Karat
Murano Glass Rostri with Gold Leaf 24-Karat
H 11.82 in W 3.94 in D 3.15 in
20th Century Italian Murano Artistic Glass Vase, 1970s
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Refined artistic glass vase, Italy, production 1970s Murano. Not signed. High quality artistic
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Vintage 1970s Italian Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Midcentury Murano Sommerso Art Glass Vase, 1960s
Located in CABA, AR
Murano sommerso glass vase from the 1960s, likely designed by the renowned Flavio Poli in collaboration
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Flavio Poli Sommerso Vase Glass Seguso Murano, Italy, 1960s
By Flavio Poli
Located in CABA, AR
, Poli played a pivotal role in shaping the aesthetic of Murano glass during the mid-20th century. This
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Glass Italian Empty Pockets (Tray) Round "Incamiciato"
Located in Prato, Tuscany
technical and historical information to ensure the authenticity of our objects. Round Murano glass empty
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Decorative Mid-Century Modern Murano Bowl, Blue Sommerso Glass
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage 1960s Murano decorative bowl in clear and blue "Sommerso" glass. The "Sommerso" technique
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano art glass decorative centrepiece bowl
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Toronto, ON
Amazing murano decorative Center piece bowl in green and amber art glass. This decorative piece was
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass

Murano art glass decorative centrepiece bowl
Murano art glass decorative centrepiece bowl
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H 3.5 in W 10 in D 9 in
Set of Three 1960s Layered Murano Glass Ceiling Lights
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Brussel, BE
A set of three beautifully shaped Murano glass ceiling lights. Three different colours; green
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass

Layered Murano Smoked Glass Sconces
Located in Austin, TX
Handblown Murano glass sconces with three layers of smoked Murano glass. The bottom layer is smoked
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2010s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Layered Murano Smoked Glass Sconces
Layered Murano Smoked Glass Sconces
H 23.5 in W 9.25 in D 5.25 in
Italian Murano Glass Centerpiece by Alfredo Barbini
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Milan, Italy
Murano glass centerpiece designed and produced by Alfredo Barbini in 1970. Signed and with
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Centerpieces

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Murano Glass

Black and White Modern Italian Murano Art Glass Vase
Located in New York, NY
A very beautiful and substantial Italian Modern Murano art glass vase, circa mid-20th century
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

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Murano Glass

Midcentury Amber Yellow "Sommerso" Murano Glass Italian Artistic Vase, 1970s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing midcentury amber yellow "Sommerso" Murano glass vase. This fantastic piece was created by
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

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Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Mandruzzato Murano Sommerso Red Yellow Ice Glass Faceted Vase
By Alessandro Mandruzzato
Located in Barcelona, ES
Midcentury Faceted Murano art glass vase with textured ice glass sides. Attributed to Mandruzzato
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Murano Red and White Glass Ashtray, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
is made of Murano glass, square in shape, and with a particular transparent white and red color. By
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

Murano Red and White Glass Ashtray, 1980
Murano Red and White Glass Ashtray, 1980
H 2.76 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Art Glass Murano Swan Bird Animal Figurine
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Toronto, ON
Beautiful art murano glass swan figurine. This art glass figurine was made using the Sommerso
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Art Glass

Italian Murano Red and White Art Glass Bowl or Ashtray
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful round Italian Murano red and white art glass bowl or ashtray, Mid-Century Modern period
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

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Art Glass, Murano Glass

Yellow and Clear "Sommerso" Murano Glass Ashtrey 1970s
Located in Florence, IT
Yellow and Clear "Sommerso" Murano Glass Vintage Ashtrey with frosted effect. The technique of
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

Yellow and Clear "Sommerso" Murano Glass Ashtrey 1970s
Yellow and Clear "Sommerso" Murano Glass Ashtrey 1970s
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H 1.97 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in
Midcentury Multicolored "Submerged" Murano Glass Italian Ashtray, 1960
Located in Roma, IT
Murano glass is shaped using the submerged technique. This operation consists of creating several layers
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Vintage Fluid and Massive Murano Sculpture in "Sommerso" Clear and Green Glass
Located in Milano, IT
Very big and heavy Murano vase in "Sommerso" glass. The peculiar technique, translating to
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Vintage 1980s Italian Space Age Glass

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Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Barovier & Toso Italian Red Murano Glass Vase With Gold Decorations
By Barovier&Toso, Ercole Barovier
Located in Prato, Tuscany
technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. Seductive Murano glass
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Triangular Green and Yellow Glass Ashtray, 1960
Located in Rome, IT
is made of Murano glass, triangular in shape, and with a particular transparent green and yellow
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Italian Murano Sommerso Glass Dark Purple Round Ashtray
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
appearance. Murano sommerso vases are typically made by layering several colors of glass and then shaping
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Vintage Mid Century Modern Hand Blown Sommerso Murano Glass Vase, Italy, 1950s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in VALENCIA, ES
bubbles and a thick layer of white glass casing. Hand-crafted with the Murano sommerso glass technique by
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Art Glass, Murano Glass

1970s Mandruzzato Modernist Red Sommerso Murano Glass Ashtray
By Mandruzzato
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A red sommerso murano glass bowl designed and manufactured in Venice in the Seventies by
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Venini 1930s Tyra Lundgren Murano Iridescent Italian Art Glass Fish Sculpture
By Tyra Lundgren Carolina, Venini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Very rare and large, antique Murano hand blown "A Fasce" striped Italian art glass fish with
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Glass

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

Multicolored Sommerso ashtray by seguso, murano glass, Italy, 1970
By Seguso
Located in BARCELONA, ES
. Artisanal work of glass according to the "sommerso" technique (superposition of layers of molten glass
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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Ashtrays

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Crystal

Vintage Big Murano Bowl in Blue and Yellow "Sommerso" Glass, Flavio Poli Style
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
layers of glass - in this case blue and yellow - are "submerged" in a crystal clear outer layer. Masters
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Midcentury Crystal and Light Blue Murano Glass Italian Vase for Venini, 1960s
By Venini
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing crystal and light blue Murano glass vase. This item is attributed to Venini and was
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Italian White Murano Ruffled Glass Bowl
By AIREDELSUR
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
Traslucid and turquoise Murano glass, aventurine gold and silver flecks, Italy. What is Murano
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Barware

Materials

Glass

Centerpiece Murano Glass Sommerso Large Midcentury Italian Design 1970s
Located in Palermo, IT
Large and particular multiform centerpiece in Murano glass in shades of transparent, blue and wine
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Murano Glass, Sommerso

Mid-Century Murano Glass Ashtray or Bowl by Flavio Poli, Sommerso Murano Glass
By Flavio Poli, Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
Mid-Century Murano Glass ashtray or bowl by Flavio Poli - Faceted Murano Glass This is a beautiful
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-P...

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Murano Glass

Midcentury Seguso "Sommerso" Amber Red Murano Glass Italian Centerpiece, 1970s
By Seguso
Located in Roma, IT
"submerged") is the Murano glassmaking technique of creating two or more layers of contrasting glass without
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass, Art Glass

Centerpiece Murano Glass White Green Midcentury Italian Design 1970s
Located in Palermo, IT
makes it very fine. The centerpiece was made of milky and green layered glass with a fishtail body
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Murano Glass

Midcentury Cenedese Aquamarine and Amber Murano "Sommerso" Glass Bowl, 1960s
By Flavio Poli, Cenedese
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning midcentury aquamarine and amber Murano Glass Bowl. This fantastic piece was designed in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

1970s Modernist Faceted Sommerso Murano Glass Big Ashtray by Seguso
By Seguso
Located in Aci Castello, IT
An iconic red, blue, and yellow sommerso Murano glass ashtray designed and manufactured in the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

1970s Mid-Century Modern Sommerso Green and Brown Murano Glass Bowl by Seguso
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Aci Castello, IT
The 1970s Murano Glass Bowl by Seguso is a stunning example of Italian glassmaking artistry and the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Red and yellow Sommerso lighter by Seguso, Murano glass, Italy, 1970
By Seguso
Located in BARCELONA, ES
in murano in the 1970s. Artisanal work of glass according to the "sommerso" technique (superposition
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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Ashtrays

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Venetian Murano Seguso Art Glass Vintage Cased Red and White Ashtray Italy 1960
By Archimede Seguso, Compagnia Di Venezia E Murano (C.V.M.)
Located in North Hollywood, CA
, and was made with two layers of encased glass. Vintage Mid Century Modern Italian Murano Art Glass
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Blown Glass

Murano Empty Pockets (Ashtrays) In Blown And "Incamiciato" Glass.
Located in Prato, Tuscany
technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. Murano glass empty
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Geometric Abstract Murano Glass Sculpture by Gino Vistosi, 1985
By Gino Vistosi
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Amazing abstract Murano glass sculpture signed and dated by Luciano Vistosi. Vibrant green layered
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Alfredo Barbini Bullicante Aventurine Murano Glass Fruit Teal Bookends
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Teal Alfredo Barbini glass fruit paperweights or bookends with layers of golden aventurine within
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

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Blown Glass

Set Translucent Murano Glass Bowls, Italy, 1950s
By AIREDELSUR
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
Italian translucent Murano glass bowls, Italy, 1950s. What is Murano Glass? Is it glass made in a
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Barware

Materials

Glass

Midcentury Red, Blue and Crystal Murano "Sommerso" Glass Italian Bowl, 1960
Located in Roma, IT
Midcentury red, blue and crystal Murano "Sommerso" glass bowl. This amazing piece was designed in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

A 1960s Modernist Yellow Green Sommerso Murano Glass Ashtray by Seguso
By Seguso
Located in Aci Castello, IT
, The Murano glass, is renowned for its quality and artistry. The "Sommerso" technique involves layering
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

Contemporary Italian Murano Glass Silver Blue Green Mosaic Centerpiece on Red
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary modern Murano Art glass Mosaic centrepiece: High quality of execution using the
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2010s Italian Vienna Secession Centerpieces

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Silver Leaf

Contemporary Italian Murano Glass Silver Blue Green Mosaic Centerpiece on Red
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary modern Murano Art glass Mosaic centrepiece: High quality of execution using the
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2010s Italian Vienna Secession Centerpieces

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Silver Leaf

1970s Modernist Yellow and Brown Sommerso Murano Glass Ashtray by Mandruzzato
By Mandruzzato
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This Murano Glass Square Ashtray by Mandruzzato is a stunning example of mid-century modern design
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

Amber Yellow Murano "Sommerso" Glass Bowl or Ashtray, Italy, Flavio Poli 1960
By Flavio Poli
Located in Roma, IT
Beautiful bowl or ashtray made in a spectacular ambered yellow Murano glass using the "Sommerso
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass

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Murano Layered Glass For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of murano layered glass for your home. An item from our selection of murano layered glass — often made from glass, murano glass and metal — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a choice in our collection of murano layered glass, we have 22 options in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each object in our assortment of murano layered glass bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular. Mazzega Murano, Carlo Nason and Venini each produced at least one beautiful option in this array of murano layered glass that is worth considering.

How Much is a Murano Layered Glass?

Prices for a piece of murano layered glass can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $300 and can go as high as $16,900, while the average can fetch as much as $3,800.
Questions About Murano Layered Glass
  • 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 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 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 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
    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 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
    Whether Murano glass holds its value depends on a variety of factors, including how well it’s cared for as well as demand and supply. Antique Murano art glass can fetch thousands of dollars at auction depending on the brand, the history of the work, the technique used to design the piece and more. The first step in determining if your Murano glass object has held its value is determining its authenticity. To tell if a Murano glass vase is real, look for the name of the shop that produced it on the bottom. Then, use trusted online resources to determine if the workshop is in Murano, Italy. Bear in mind that authentic pieces normally do not have the word "Murano" on their labels. If you need assistance authenticating a particular vase, you may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer. Because it can be difficult to predict how the value of items will change over time, choose decorative objects that appeal to you. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Murano glassware from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 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.
  • 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.