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Murano Glass Faceted Geode Dish in Red and Yellow Sommerso
Murano Glass Faceted Geode Dish in Red and Yellow Sommerso

Murano Glass Faceted Geode Dish in Red and Yellow Sommerso

By Mandruzzato

Located in Glasgow, GB

The combination of the colors create a beautiful and unique optical display, which is further enhanced by the finely polished diamond-shaped facets that finish the outside of this vi...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Decorative Bowls

Materials

Murano Glass

Optical Print of an Arsenal Interior – Upper Hall with Arms Display, c.1760
Optical Print of an Arsenal Interior – Upper Hall with Arms Display, c.1760

Optical Print of an Arsenal Interior – Upper Hall with Arms Display, c.1760

Located in Langweer, NL

18th-Century Optical Print of an Arsenal Interior – Upper Hall with Arms Display This remarkable hand-colored engraving from the mid-18th century presents a dramatic and meticulousl...

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Antique 1760s Prints

Materials

Paper

Luigi Onesto Murano Art Glass Sculpture with Blue and Green Sommerso Decoration
Luigi Onesto Murano Art Glass Sculpture with Blue and Green Sommerso Decoration

Luigi Onesto Murano Art Glass Sculpture with Blue and Green Sommerso Decoration

Located in Milano, IT

The piece likely dates from the **1970s**, a period in which Murano glassmakers explored bold sculptural forms, strong colors and refined optical effects. Perfect for display on a c...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Rare Vintage Murano Alexandrite Glass Dog Figure, Italy
Rare Vintage Murano Alexandrite Glass Dog Figure, Italy

Rare Vintage Murano Alexandrite Glass Dog Figure, Italy

Located in Nottingham, GB

Crafted from neodymium, often referred to by collectors as alexandrite glass, it displays the remarkable optical phenomenon of colour change.

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Mid-20th Century Animal Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Vasa Velizar Mihich Acrylic Sphere Sculpture, Post-Modern Design, 1989
Vasa Velizar Mihich Acrylic Sphere Sculpture, Post-Modern Design, 1989

Vasa Velizar Mihich Acrylic Sphere Sculpture, Post-Modern Design, 1989

By Vasa Velizar Mihich

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

The 5 1/2" diameter piece displays evolving optical effects from the blue, green, and orange acrylics when rotated and is in very good vintage condition; no base included.

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Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Acrylic

Vintage Iittala “Alvar Aalto” Freeform Glass Vase, Finland, Clear Art Glass
Vintage Iittala “Alvar Aalto” Freeform Glass Vase, Finland, Clear Art Glass

Vintage Iittala “Alvar Aalto” Freeform Glass Vase, Finland, Clear Art Glass

By Alvar Aalto, Iittala

Located in San Diego, CA

#5242 Executed in clear blown glass, the vase displays subtle optical distortion and gentle vertical pull lines from the molding process, highlighting its handcrafted origin.

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Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

AAA Water-Clear Lemurian Quartz Point from Diamantina, Brazil
AAA Water-Clear Lemurian Quartz Point from Diamantina, Brazil

AAA Water-Clear Lemurian Quartz Point from Diamantina, Brazil

Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR

A piece where “perfection” truly applies, it displays top-tier, optical-grade clarity, with subtle natural flaws that add depth and individuality without compromising transparency.

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2010s Brazilian Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal

Lucite Rod & Glass Coffee Table Attributed to Les Prismatiques, 1970s
Lucite Rod & Glass Coffee Table Attributed to Les Prismatiques, 1970s

Lucite Rod & Glass Coffee Table Attributed to Les Prismatiques, 1970s

By Les Prismatiques

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Lucite components are clear, heavy, and well-crafted, displaying the optical clarity and refractive quality associated with Les Prismatiques’ work.

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

Materials

Fiberglass, Lucite

Large Vintage WWII Telescope, English, Brass, Military Broad Arrow, Ottway & Co
Large Vintage WWII Telescope, English, Brass, Military Broad Arrow, Ottway & Co

Large Vintage WWII Telescope, English, Brass, Military Broad Arrow, Ottway & Co

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

A striking and substantial example of British wartime optical engineering Crafted in brass, displaying bright golden tones throughout the draw tube and sun shade Single draw tube des...

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Vintage 1940s British Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Vintage Cell Counting Slide, German, Glass, Hemacytometer, Franke and Heidecke
Vintage Cell Counting Slide, German, Glass, Hemacytometer, Franke and Heidecke

Vintage Cell Counting Slide, German, Glass, Hemacytometer, Franke and Heidecke

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

A fascinating laboratory optical slide Displays a desirable aged patina Quality glass present in good order Presented in a sturdy carry case, dressed with small brass clasp Fou...

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Early 20th Century German Scientific Instruments

Materials

Glass

New Contemporary High-Low Textured Rug Inspired by Victor Vasarely
New Contemporary High-Low Textured Rug Inspired by Victor Vasarely

New Contemporary High-Low Textured Rug Inspired by Victor Vasarely

By Victor Vasarely

Located in Dallas, TX

The contrasting colors are arranged in a manner that creates the effect of an optical illusion. Displaying a strong sense of dimensionality, the delineated lines generate an enigmati...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Labradorite Semi Precious Stone Box with Hinged Lid
Labradorite Semi Precious Stone Box with Hinged Lid

Labradorite Semi Precious Stone Box with Hinged Lid

Located in New York, NY

Labradorite semiprecious stone box with hinged lid. Labradorite displays an iridescent optical effect (or schiller) known as labradorescence.

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Grand Tour Decorative Boxes

Materials

Stone, Brass

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Vega Modern Metal Wall Light with Glass Sphere Ex-Display Sale
Vega Modern Metal Wall Light with Glass Sphere Ex-Display Sale

Vega Modern Metal Wall Light with Glass Sphere Ex-Display Sale

By O&A London

Located in London, GB

O&A London's Vega wall light is lighting design at its most refined. Crafted to accurately capture the beauty of light, this stunningly beautiful piece adds modern aesthetics and sub...

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2010s European Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Nickel

Pair 1972 Josef Albers Formulation Articulation Prints Harry Abrams Ives-Sillman
Pair 1972 Josef Albers Formulation Articulation Prints Harry Abrams Ives-Sillman

Pair 1972 Josef Albers Formulation Articulation Prints Harry Abrams Ives-Sillman

By Josef Albers, Harry N. Abrams

Located in Atlanta, GA

The images represent a gathering of over 4 decades of the artist's investigation into color, perception, and abstraction. The prints display the optical possibilities of color and de...

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Late 20th Century American Bauhaus Prints

Materials

Paper

Flis by Diaphan Studio
Flis by Diaphan Studio

Flis by Diaphan Studio

Unavailable

H 59.06 in W 19.69 in D 16.54 in

Flis by Diaphan Studio

Located in London, GB

When lit, the two cubes display optical illusions within themselves, thanks to the reflective surfaces and two-way mirrors they are made of.

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2010s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel

Bushwick Lantern Chandlier Pendant
Bushwick Lantern Chandlier Pendant

Bushwick Lantern Chandlier Pendant

Unavailable

H 17 in W 12 in D 12 in

Bushwick Lantern Chandlier Pendant

By Michael McHale Designs

Located in Long Island City, NY

- The Echo Dot uses colored LED lights while it is processing commands and because The Bushwick Lantern Smart Version houses the Dot behind a cube of optically-pure crystal, that...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Steel

Arts and Crafts Table Top Optical Display
Arts and Crafts Table Top Optical Display

Arts and Crafts Table Top Optical Display

Located in Peekskill, NY

This is a rare and stunning optical display case. It only measures 8.5"x7"x19" but can be raised to 32" tall.

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American More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Oak

Antique Hughes Telescope, English, 5 Draw, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Regency
Antique Hughes Telescope, English, 5 Draw, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Regency

Antique Hughes Telescope, English, 5 Draw, Terrestrial, Astronomical, Regency

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Wonderful example of Regency optical instrument making Displaying a desirable aged patina Leather shows deep russet hues and attractive signs of use Presenting a clear, sharp opti...

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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Large Labradorite Specimen
Large Labradorite Specimen

Large Labradorite Specimen

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H 7.5 in W 8.5 in D 4 in

Large Labradorite Specimen

Located in New York, NY

Large polished labradorite specimen. Labradorite displays an iridescent optical effect (or schiller) known as labradorescence.

Category

2010s Australian Grand Tour Natural Specimens

Materials

Stone

Antique Pocket Telescope, Three Draw, Refractor, English, Victorian, circa 1870
Antique Pocket Telescope, Three Draw, Refractor, English, Victorian, circa 1870

Antique Pocket Telescope, Three Draw, Refractor, English, Victorian, circa 1870

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Presenting a clear, sharp optical performance Displays a desirable aged patina and good consistent color Compact three draw telescope, easy to focus Supplied with a London fine oa...

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Antique Telescope, 3 Draw Refractor, English, Georgian, Lincoln of London, 1770
Antique Telescope, 3 Draw Refractor, English, Georgian, Lincoln of London, 1770

Antique Telescope, 3 Draw Refractor, English, Georgian, Lincoln of London, 1770

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Presenting a clear, sharp optical performance Displays a desirable aged patina Offering a smooth draw action and easy focus Supplied with a London Fine oak and brass 'Captain's St...

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Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Nautical Objects

Materials

Satinwood

Wolfgang Tillmans, "How Likely Is It", 2019
Wolfgang Tillmans, "How Likely Is It", 2019

Wolfgang Tillmans, "How Likely Is It", 2019

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H 24.61 in W 20.67 in D 1.58 in

Wolfgang Tillmans, "How Likely Is It", 2019

By Wolfgang Tillmans

Located in London, England

Ribbons of colour refract from the original material to display the subjective optical spectrum of the camera.

Category

2010s British Photography

Materials

Paper

Round Optical Fresnel Lens in Borosilicate Glass on Display Stand
Round Optical Fresnel Lens in Borosilicate Glass on Display Stand

Round Optical Fresnel Lens in Borosilicate Glass on Display Stand

Located in Astoria, NY

A round Fresnel lens, originally intended for studio lighting, in borosilicate glass; the lens, with optical rings, is artfully displayed on a black metal stand.

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20th Century Modern Glass

Materials

Metal

Labradorite Coasters, Set of 4
Labradorite Coasters, Set of 4

Labradorite Coasters, Set of 4

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H 0.25 in Dm 3.25 in

Labradorite Coasters, Set of 4

Located in New York, NY

Set of four labradorite beverage coasters. Labradorite displays an iridescent optical effect (or schiller) known as labradorescence.

Category

2010s Barware

Materials

Stone

Giant rare French binocular window display
Giant rare French binocular window display

Giant rare French binocular window display

Located in New York, NY

They were used as a window display for an optical shop in Paris

Category

Early 20th Century French Scientific Instruments

Materials

Steel

French Art Nouveau Brown Sarreguemines Cristalline Ceramic Pot Vase
French Art Nouveau Brown Sarreguemines Cristalline Ceramic Pot Vase

French Art Nouveau Brown Sarreguemines Cristalline Ceramic Pot Vase

By Sarreguemines

Located in Great Britain, Northern Ireland

It is in varying shades of brown and beige and display an amazingly optical effect of seemingly concentric circular patterns, ever shifting as the pot is moved around in the hands.

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Ceramic

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Faceted Red Murano Sommerso Diamond Cut Glass Bowl Attributed to Mandruzzato
Faceted Red Murano Sommerso Diamond Cut Glass Bowl Attributed to Mandruzzato

Faceted Red Murano Sommerso Diamond Cut Glass Bowl Attributed to Mandruzzato

By Alessandro Mandruzzato, Flavio Poli

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

Faceted vintage Midcentury Italian Murano art glass bowl, dish or ashtray attributed to Mandruzzato, circa 1970s. The combination of ruby red, yellow and blue tinted / clear 'Sommers...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Antonio da Ros Asymetric Murano Glass Sommerso Bowl/Dish, Uranium/Blue
Antonio da Ros Asymetric Murano Glass Sommerso Bowl/Dish, Uranium/Blue

Antonio da Ros Asymetric Murano Glass Sommerso Bowl/Dish, Uranium/Blue

By Antonio da Ros, Cenedese

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful uranium Murano glass bowl designed by Antonio Da Ros.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Murano Sommerso  Red Faceted Glass  Bowl by Flavio Poli 1960´s
Murano Sommerso  Red Faceted Glass  Bowl by Flavio Poli 1960´s

Murano Sommerso Red Faceted Glass Bowl by Flavio Poli 1960´s

$343Sale Price|20% Off

H 3.15 in W 5.12 in D 5.12 in

Murano Sommerso Red Faceted Glass Bowl by Flavio Poli 1960´s

By Seguso, Flavio Poli

Located in Lucenec, SK

1960s gorgeous green ashtray or catch-all By Flavio Poli for Seguso in Murano Sommerso Glass. Made in Italy It seems a diamond The item is in very good condition, no chips. Dimension...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Large Cenedese Italian Asymmetric Blue Sommerso Murano Glass Bowl, Dish, Ashtray
Large Cenedese Italian Asymmetric Blue Sommerso Murano Glass Bowl, Dish, Ashtray

Large Cenedese Italian Asymmetric Blue Sommerso Murano Glass Bowl, Dish, Ashtray

By Cenedese, Antonio da Ros

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

Antonio da Ros (attributed) for Cenedese large & heavy vintage Italian Murano glass bowl, serving dish or ashtray, circa 1965-1975. Utilizing the Sommerso technique this large, heavy...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Art Glass Round Amber & Green Blown Glass Catchall Bowl, Italy, 1960
Murano Art Glass Round Amber & Green Blown Glass Catchall Bowl, Italy, 1960

Murano Art Glass Round Amber & Green Blown Glass Catchall Bowl, Italy, 1960

By Murano 5

Located in Miami, FL

Mid-Century Modern Murano art glass bowl in amber and green, blown glass catchall, made in Italy. Heavy glass bowl with outstanding details.   A-647-335

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Murano Glass

Vintage Mid-Century Modern "Sommerso" Bowl in Green and Yellow Murano Glass
Vintage Mid-Century Modern "Sommerso" Bowl in Green and Yellow Murano Glass

Vintage Mid-Century Modern "Sommerso" Bowl in Green and Yellow Murano Glass

Located in Milano, IT

Many are the different types of glass created by master makers on the Venetian island of Murano. From air-thin vases to expressive sculptures, also massive objects with deep and vivi...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano Sommerso Glass Bowl 1960s
Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano Sommerso Glass Bowl 1960s

Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano Sommerso Glass Bowl 1960s

$275

H 1.97 in W 4.53 in D 2,800.99 in

Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano Sommerso Glass Bowl 1960s

By Flavio Poli, Seguso Vetri d'Arte

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano Sommerso Glass Bowl 1960s Item e7099 An asymetric Murano sommerso art glass bowl. Attributed to Flavio Poli and Seguso Vetri d'Arte circa 1950s. Manufactur...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Alessandro Mandruzzato Faceted Red Glass Geode Bowl, Caviar Bowl 1970's
Murano Alessandro Mandruzzato Faceted Red Glass Geode Bowl, Caviar Bowl 1970's

Murano Alessandro Mandruzzato Faceted Red Glass Geode Bowl, Caviar Bowl 1970's

By Alessandro Mandruzzato

Located in North Miami, FL

This gorgeous large Italian Murano vintage Alessandro Mandruzzato diamond faceted flat cut polished Sommerso geode bowl is great for serving caviar, for serving or just as a great Mu...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Large, Heavy Flavio Poli Sommerso Murano Ashtray 1950s Faceted Red Blue Glass
Large, Heavy Flavio Poli Sommerso Murano Ashtray 1950s Faceted Red Blue Glass

Large, Heavy Flavio Poli Sommerso Murano Ashtray 1950s Faceted Red Blue Glass

By Murano Glass Sommerso, Flavio Poli

Located in Stockholm, SE

Cool and beautiful multifaceted Murano Glass ashtray by Flavio Poli. He was born in 1900 in Chioggia, Italy, Poli and received his formal training at the Istituto d'Arte di Venezia...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass

Huge Faceted Red Murano Sommerso Diamond Cut Glass Bowl Mandruzzato Attributed
Huge Faceted Red Murano Sommerso Diamond Cut Glass Bowl Mandruzzato Attributed

Huge Faceted Red Murano Sommerso Diamond Cut Glass Bowl Mandruzzato Attributed

By Alessandro Mandruzzato, Flavio Poli

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

A beautiful larger vintage midcentury Murano faceted art glass bowl attributed to Mandruzzato, circa 1970s. The combination of ruby red and yellow tinted uranium over clear 'Sommerso...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

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Optical Display For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the optical display you’re looking for. Each optical display for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and fabric. There are 43 variations of the antique or vintage optical display you’re looking for, while we also have 67 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the optical display you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each optical display bearing mid-century modern, modern or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. Finn Juhl, Kvadrat and Victor Vasarely each produced at least one beautiful optical display that is worth considering.

How Much is a Optical Display?

An optical display can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,328, while the lowest priced sells for $150 and the highest can go for as much as $106,634.