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Huge Pair of Barovier Murano Leaf Glass and Brass Sconces, Italy 1950s
By Barovier
Located in Roma, IT
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These incredibly rare sconces feature a big leaf shaped arm made in Murano crystal glass that holds a
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
H 10.04 in W 9.85 in D 16.93 in
Italian Midcentury Pink Murano Glass Leaf Wall Sconce, 1970s
By AVMazzega, Mazzega
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Lovely and beautiful Italian pink murano leaf glass wall sconce from 1970s. This Sconce was made
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Modern Italian Wall Light, Murano Glass
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Nice modern Italian sconces in the style of Barovier & Toso
Structure in brass with Murano leaf
Category
2010s European Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Exceptional Monumental Murano Glass Flush Mount Chandelier, Mid-Century Modern
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An extra large midcentury flush mounted Murano leaf glass chandelier, textured curved glass leaves
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal, Brass
Italian Mid-Century Murano Glass Leaf Chandelier or Flushmount, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Marvelous Italian Clear Murano leaf glass Chandelier or Flushmount. This fixture was designed and
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Barbini Murano Gold Leaf & Aventurine Biomorphic Glass Bowl
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Bolton, GB
leaf in the glass on the outside / underneath, and copper aventurine on the inside / top.
Please note
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Decorative Stem Glass in Amber Murano Glass with Gold Leaf Italy Venice 1970s
By Maestro Giuliano Tosi
Located in Villaverla, IT
Decorative Stem Glass in Amber Murano Glass with Gold Leaf Italy Venice 1970s.
Entirely handcrafted
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Art Nouveau Glass
Materials
Gold Leaf
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
LABELLED Gambaro & Poggi Murano Gold Leaf Glass Fish Sculpture
By Gambaro & Poggi
Located in Bolton, GB
This is a magnificent Venetian sculptural glass fish, made on the island of Murano, near Venice
Category
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Contemporary Murano Glass Compote in Green with Gold Leaf Dragon
Located in Toronto, ON
, supported by a gold leaf infused dragon. Created by a master glass blower, this footed bowl incorporates
Category
2010s Italian Glass
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Glass Goblet "Tipetto" Red Blown Glass With Gold Leaf Decoration
Located in Prato, Tuscany
Murano glass goblet; it has a rare stem worked with the pincer molding technique by which the craftsman
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Baroque Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass Goblet "Tipetto" Pink Blown Glass With Gold Leaf Decoration
Located in Prato, Tuscany
Murano glass goblet; it has a stem worked with the pincer molding technique and gold leaf decoration; the
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Baroque Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Barbini Murano Biomorphic Red & Black Glass Gold Leaf Bowl
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Bolton, GB
This is a magnificent 1950/60's Venetian biomorphic glass bowl, made on the island of Murano, near
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Contemporary Set of 12 Spotted Murano Glass Tumblers with Gold Leaf
Located in Toronto, ON
A contemporary set of 12 Murano spotted tumblers with gold leaf by a Venetian master glass blower
Category
2010s Italian Glass
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Barovier & Toso 'Graffito' Style Murano Gold Leaf Green Glass Bowl
By Ercole Barovier, Barovier&Toso
Located in Bolton, GB
Here is a wonderful 1950/60's Venetian shell shaped glass bowl, made on the island of Murano, near
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Vintage Venetian Murano Seguso Art Glass Cased Red and White Ashtray Italy 1960
By Murano Glass Sommerso, Archimede Seguso, Alfredo Barbini
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Gorgeous mid-20th century Italian Murano Venetian hand-blown art glass catchall dish, candy bowl or
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Barovier & Toso Murano Cordonato d'Oro Gold Leaf Green Glass Bowl
By Ercole Barovier, Barovier&Toso
Located in Bolton, GB
Here is a wonderful 1950/60's Venetian freeform glass bowl/ashtray, made on the island of Murano
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Mid-Century large engraved Murano Glass Mirror Tray, Italy 1960
By Ars Murano
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Mid-Century Murano Glass Mirror Tray, Italy 1960.
romantic scene engraved.
gold leaf details
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Brass
Sky Blue Stem Glass in Blown Murano Glass and Gold Leaf 1990s Venice Italy
Located in Villaverla, IT
Sky Blue Stem Glass in Blown Murano Glass and Gold Leaf 1990s Venice Italy.
Entirely handcrafted in
Category
1990s Italian Modern Glass
Materials
Gold
Barbini Murano Pink, Black & Gold Leaf Biomorphic Glass Bowl
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Bolton, GB
encased in black glass, with lots of fine gold leaf in the glass on the inside / top.
Please note: the
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Stem Glass in Amethyst Murano Glass with Spiral Stem in Gold Leaf Italy 1990s
Located in Villaverla, IT
Stem Glass in Amethyst Murano Glass with Spiral Stem in Gold Leaf Italy 1990s.
Entirely handmade of
Category
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Gold
Contemporary Set of 12 Bell Shaped Murano Glass Tumblers with Gold Leaf Base
Located in Toronto, ON
A contemporary set of 12 Murano bell shaped tumblers with gold leaf base by a Venetian master glass
Category
2010s Italian Glass
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Barbini Vintage Murano Glass Gold Leaf 'Circus Tent' Bowl
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Bolton, GB
gold leaf in the glass to the inside / top.
Please note: the plastic stand is for display purposes
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Daniela Poletti Vetrofuso Murano Glass Sushi Plates, Silver Leaf Set of 6
By Vetrofuso di Daniela Poletti 1, Vetrofuso
Located in Miami, FL
Daniela Poletti Vetrofuso Murano Glass Sushi Plates, Silver Leaf Infused
Offered for sale is a set
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver Leaf
LARGE Barovier & Toso Murano Cordonato d'Oro Gold Leaf Green Glass Vase
By Ercole Barovier, Barovier&Toso
Located in Bolton, GB
Here is a wonderful large 1950/60's Venetian glass vase, made on the island of Murano, near Venice
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Barovier Murano Gold Flecks Purple Leafs Italian Art Glass Knife Rests Dishes
By Ercole Barovier, Barovier&Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano handblown gold flecks and purple leaf design Italian art glass low dishes
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 7.25 in W 3.5 in D 1.5 in
Handcrafted gold glass goblet from 1970s Murano decored with exquisite gold leaf
Located in Villaverla, IT
Handcrafted gold glass goblet from 1970s Murano decored with exquisite gold leaf.
In an exceptional
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Baroque Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
H 9.45 in Dm 3.86 in
Set of 4 Murano Wall Light and Table lamps (3+1) , 1980s
Located in Roma, IT
Set consisting of 3 wall sconces and one table lamp, same Murano leaf glass, table lamp glass is
Category
Vintage 1980s Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Gold Murano glass leaf sconces
By Mazzega
Located in Dallas, TX
made of a handmade Murano glass, with an amber color and real 24 carats gold leaf decor.
The sconces
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
LARGE Barovier & Toso Murano Cordonato d'Oro Gold Leaf Vintage Glass Vase
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Bolton, GB
Here is a wonderful large 1950/60's Venetian glass vase, made on the island of Murano, near Venice
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Transparent and Murano Glass Pitcher Vase by La Murrina with Gold Leaf, Italy
By La Murrina
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1980s.
This pitcher vase is made in transparent Murano glass and features gold leaf
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Pitchers
Materials
Gold Leaf
Vintage Peach Pink Thick Murano Glass Ashtray, Catchall with Gold Leaf, Italy
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s - 1960s, in the style of Barbini.
Made in thick peach pink Murano glass with
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Gold Leaf
Vintage Twisted Ribs Murano Glass Bowl by Archimede Seguso with Gold Leaf, Italy
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
made in transparent blown glass with with gold leaf.
It is a vintage piece, therefore it might show
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 2.76 in Dm 4.73 in
1295 Murano Goblet Hand Blown 24kt Gold Leaf, Certificate of Origin
Located in Venice, VE
Our aim is the emotion, through glass, lighten by the spirit of art.
1295 MURANO is a furnace, a
Category
2010s Italian Glass
Materials
Gold Leaf
Eclectic Set of 8 Cenedese Murano Stemmed Glass, each with gold leaf embedded
By Amelio Cenedese
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
glasses is to carry a 24K gold leaf embedded in the glass and of course that every piece is a design by
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
1295 Murano Goblet Hand Blown 24kt Gold Leaf, Certificate of Origin
Located in Venice, VE
Our aim is the emotion, through glass, lighten by the spirit of art.
1295 MURANO is a furnace, a
Category
2010s Italian Glass
Materials
Gold Leaf
1295 Murano Goblet Hand Blown 24kt Gold Leaf, Certificate of Origin
Located in Venice, VE
Our aim is the emotion, through glass, lighten by the spirit of art.
1295 MURANO is a furnace, a
Category
2010s Italian Glass
Materials
Gold Leaf
1295 Murano Goblet Hand Blown 24kt Gold Leaf, Certificate of Origin
Located in Venice, VE
Our aim is the emotion, through glass, lighten by the spirit of art.
1295 MURANO is a furnace, a
Category
2010s Italian Glass
Materials
Gold Leaf
1295 Murano Goblet Hand Blown 24kt Gold Leaf, Certificate of Origin
Located in Venice, VE
Our aim is the emotion, through glass, lighten by the spirit of art.
1295 MURANO is a furnace, a
Category
2010s Italian Glass
Materials
Gold Leaf
1295 Murano Goblet Hand Blown 24kt Gold Leaf, Certificate of Origin
Located in Venice, VE
Our aim is the emotion, through glass, lighten by the spirit of art.
1295 MURANO is a furnace, a
Category
2010s Italian Glass
Materials
Gold Leaf
1295 Murano Goblet Hand Blown 24kt Gold Leaf, Certificate of Origin
Located in Venice, VE
Our aim is the emotion, through glass, lighten by the spirit of art.
1295 MURANO is a furnace, a
Category
2010s Italian Glass
Materials
Gold Leaf
1295 Murano Goblet Hand Blown 24kt Gold Leaf, Certificate of Origin
Located in Venice, VE
Our aim is the emotion, through glass, lighten by the spirit of art.
1295 MURANO is a furnace, a
Category
2010s Italian Glass
Materials
Gold Leaf
1295 Murano Goblet Hand Blown 24kt Gold Leaf, Certificate of Origin
Located in Venice, VE
Our aim is the emotion, through glass, lighten by the spirit of art.
1295 MURANO is a furnace, a
Category
2010s Italian Glass
Materials
Gold Leaf
21st Century Alessandro Mendini Stella Tray Murano Glass Teal Blue
By Alessandro Mendini, Purho Murano
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
21st century Alessandro Mendini Stella tray Murano glass Teal Blue color.
Designed in 2014, the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
Golden Dragon Footed Bowl in Clear Murano Glass and Gold Leaf Venice Italy 1970s
Located in Villaverla, IT
Golden Dragon Footed Bowl in Clear Murano Glass and Gold Leaf Venice Italy 1970s.
Entirely handmade
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Rococo Revival Glass
Materials
Gold
H 11.42 in Dm 8.27 in
Barbini Murano Purple Amethyst Gold Flecks Handle Italian Art Glass Pitcher Vase
By Weil Ceramics and Glass, Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown amethyst purple and gold flecks Italian art glass pitcher shape
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 5.5 in W 3.5 in D 4 in
Barbini Murano Aqua Blue Gold Fleck Handle Italian Art Glass Pitcher Flower Vase
By Weil Ceramics and Glass, Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown aqua blue and gold flecks Italian art glass pitcher shape
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 5.5 in W 3.5 in D 4 in
Mid-Century F. Poli (attr.) Murano Glass and Gold Leaf Fish 1960s Italy
By Flavio Poli
Located in Palermo, IT
Fish sculpture in Murano glass and gold leaf, with fins and base in transparent worked glass
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
H 12.21 in W 8.27 in D 5.12 in
Murano Alfa & Omega Crystal Drinking Glasses set of 10 Luxury Barware 24 Kt Gold
By ICET Murano
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Murano Alfa & Omega Crystal Drinking Glasses set of 10 Luxury Barware 24 Kt Gold.
Gold leaf crystal
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Barware
Materials
Art Glass
Ruby Red Bowl with 24-Carat Gold Finishes in Blown Murano Glass, 1990s, Italy
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
Ruby red bowl with 24-carat gold finishes in blown Murano glass, 1990s, Italy
This beautiful bowl
Category
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Cut Glass, Art Glass, Glass
1950s Art Glass Compote Bowl Leaf Cup Set Mid-Century Venini Fratelli Toso
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Hyattsville, MD
pontil mark. Mfg. by Murano, but particular artist remains unknown.
Footed bowl Dia: 8 x H: 3.5 in.
Leaf
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Art Glass
1295 Murano Hand Made Art Balloton Glasses Caraf Set 24 Kt Gold Leaf Turquoise
Located in Venice, VE
Our aim is the emotion, through glass, lighten by the spirit of art.
1295 MURANO is a furnace, a
Category
2010s Italian Renaissance Revival Tableware
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
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H 3.94 in Dm 3.15 in
1295 Murano Hand Made Art Balloton Glasses and Caraf Set + 24 Kt Gold Leaf
Located in Venice, VE
Our aim is the emotion, through glass, lighten by the spirit of art.
1295 MURANO is a furnace, a
Category
2010s Italian Renaissance Revival Tableware
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Free Shipping
H 3.94 in Dm 3.15 in
Large Murano Glass Chandelier with 40 Glass Leaves
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Antwerp, BE
Large Murano glass chandelier with four rows off clear and orange glass leaves. The body is
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Murano Glass and Brass Leaf Flush Mount Chandelier, Italy, 1970
By Murano 5
Located in Rijssen, NL
A Six-light Murano chandelier with layers of leaf form hand blown hanging glass with brass frame
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Vetrofuso Di Daniela Poletti Studio Large Silver-Leaf Infuse Blown Glass Bowl
By Vetrofuso di Daniela Poletti 1
Located in Miami, FL
Vetrofuso Di Daniela Poletti Studio Large Silver-Leaf Infuse Blown Glass Bowl
Offered for sale is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Glass
Materials
Silver Leaf
Pair Of Murano Leaf Brass Glass Wall Lights, Italy, 1970
By Murano 5
Located in Rijssen, NL
A pair of three-light Murano wall lights with layers of leaf form hand blown hanging glass with
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Other Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Large green Murano glass leaf sconces - a pair
By Mazzega
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of large Mid-Century Modern light green Murano glass sconces, Mazzega style, Italy 1980s
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Large blue Murano glass leaf sconces - a pair
By Mazzega
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of large Mid-Century Modern light blue Murano glass sconces, Mazzega style, Italy 1980s.
Three
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
1950s Barovier Gold Leaf Infused Blown Glass Vessel
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Miami, FL
Opulent, elegant Barovier blown glass bling from the 1950s. Beautiful gold leaf is abundant in this
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
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Murano Leaf Glass For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of murano leaf glass for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, metal and murano glass. If you’re shopping for an item from our selection of murano leaf glass, we have 1648 options in-stock, while there are 103 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each choice in our collection of murano leaf glass bearing Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco or Hollywood Regency hallmarks is very popular. Barovier&Toso, Alfredo Barbini and Archimede Seguso each produced at least one beautiful object in our assortment of murano leaf glass that is worth considering.
How Much is a Murano Leaf Glass?
A piece of murano leaf glass can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,500, while the lowest priced sells for $10 and the highest can go for as much as $55,271.
Questions About Murano Leaf Glass
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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, 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 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.
- Is Murano glass always marked?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024No, Murano glass isn't always marked. It's important to note that Murano doesn't refer to a single manufacturer but rather to a host of workshops located on the island of Murano in the Venice lagoon. Many of these makers add stamps, labels and signatures to their work, but not all do. If you're unsure whether a particular piece is Murano, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Murano glass.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Whether 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.
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