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Murano Art Glass Manta Ray Tortoise Spotted Bowl Ashtray Vintage 1960s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Murano Art Glass Manta Ray leopard, tortoise spotted bowl in amber and a dark espresso-brown colors
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine

Murano Art Glass Manta Ray Tortoise Spotted Bowl Ashtray Vintage 1960s
Murano Art Glass Manta Ray Tortoise Spotted Bowl Ashtray Vintage 1960s

Murano Art Glass Manta Ray Tortoise Spotted Bowl Ashtray Vintage 1960s

$650
H 3 in W 8 in D 8 in
Vintage Tortoise Shell Hand-Blown Glass Pitcher
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage hand-blown glass pitcher in a tortoise shell pattern. Elegant barware hand blown tortoise
Category

20th Century Italian Post-Modern Pitchers

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Vintage Tortoise Shell Hand-Blown Glass Pitcher
Vintage Tortoise Shell Hand-Blown Glass Pitcher

Vintage Tortoise Shell Hand-Blown Glass Pitcher

$495 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 8 in
Large Italian Tortoise Murano Art Glass Bowl 1970s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
This impressive vintage Murano art glass bowl showcases a striking 14-inch tortoise or leopard
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Large Italian Tortoise Murano Art Glass Bowl 1970s
Large Italian Tortoise Murano Art Glass Bowl 1970s

Large Italian Tortoise Murano Art Glass Bowl 1970s

$395
H 2.5 in Dm 14 in
Ercole Barovier (attributed) Murano Glass Tortoise Figurine Italy, circa 1930s
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Fascinating, almost antique, piece of Venetian Murano glass attributed to Ercole Barovier, circa
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Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Ercole Barovier (attributed) Murano Glass Tortoise Figurine Italy, circa 1930s
Ercole Barovier (attributed) Murano Glass Tortoise Figurine Italy, circa 1930s

Ercole Barovier (attributed) Murano Glass Tortoise Figurine Italy, circa 1930s

$11,303
H 3.98 in W 10.12 in D 5.52 in
Seguso Tortoise Turtle Figurine Sculpture Pink Alabastro Murano Studio Art Glass
By Archimede Seguso, Seguso
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
An Archimede Seguso tortoise figurine in "Pink Alabastro" Murano art glass. A lovely sculpture and
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass

Seguso Tortoise Turtle Figurine Sculpture Pink Alabastro Murano Studio Art Glass
Seguso Tortoise Turtle Figurine Sculpture Pink Alabastro Murano Studio Art Glass

Seguso Tortoise Turtle Figurine Sculpture Pink Alabastro Murano Studio Art Glass

$466 Sale Price
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H 2.76 in W 6.11 in D 3.55 in
Purple Amethyst Blue "Sommerso" Murano Art Glass Italian Tortoise Figurine
By Seguso, Flavio Poli
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This exquisite Murano glass tortoise sculpture is attributed to Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri d’Arte
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Sommerso

Purple Amethyst Blue "Sommerso" Murano Art Glass Italian Tortoise Figurine
Purple Amethyst Blue "Sommerso" Murano Art Glass Italian Tortoise Figurine

Purple Amethyst Blue "Sommerso" Murano Art Glass Italian Tortoise Figurine

$464
H 2.76 in W 7.09 in D 3.55 in
Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Smoked Tortoise Glass Double Sphere & Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Illuminate your space with this exquisite pair of Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Glass Double Sphere
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Smoked Tortoise Glass Double Sphere & Bronze Sconces
Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Smoked Tortoise Glass Double Sphere & Bronze Sconces

Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Smoked Tortoise Glass Double Sphere & Bronze Sconces

$5,975 / set
H 15 in W 6 in D 8 in
Large Italian Murano Glass Frosted Vase Tortoise-Leopard Pattern Maestri Vetrai
By Maestri Vetrai
Located in Toronto, CA
A bold and elegant mid-century Murano glass vase, handcrafted in Italy by Maestri Vetrai. This
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Large Italian Murano Glass Frosted Vase Tortoise-Leopard Pattern Maestri Vetrai
Large Italian Murano Glass Frosted Vase Tortoise-Leopard Pattern Maestri Vetrai

Large Italian Murano Glass Frosted Vase Tortoise-Leopard Pattern Maestri Vetrai

$850
H 13 in Dm 7 in
Set of 4 Hand-Blown Murano Smoked Tortoise Glass Double Sphere & Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Illuminate your space with this exquisite set of four Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Glass Double
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

Set of 4 Hand-Blown Murano Smoked Tortoise Glass Double Sphere & Bronze Sconces
Set of 4 Hand-Blown Murano Smoked Tortoise Glass Double Sphere & Bronze Sconces

Set of 4 Hand-Blown Murano Smoked Tortoise Glass Double Sphere & Bronze Sconces

$11,475 / set
H 15 in W 6 in D 8 in
Tall Oblong Mid-Century Modern Murano Style Brown and Tan Tortoise Glass Vase
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Tall art glass tan tortoiseshell pattern sculptural glass vase. A wonderful tall oblong vessel
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Glass, Art Glass

Tall Oblong Mid-Century Modern Murano Style Brown and Tan Tortoise Glass Vase
Tall Oblong Mid-Century Modern Murano Style Brown and Tan Tortoise Glass Vase

Tall Oblong Mid-Century Modern Murano Style Brown and Tan Tortoise Glass Vase

$600
H 16.75 in Dm 6 in
Italian Tortoise Shell Blown Art Glass Footed Vase Vintage from 1970
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Italian Tortoise Shell Blown Murano Art Glass Footed Vase. A wonderful large decorative
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Vases

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Italian Tortoise Shell Blown Art Glass Footed Vase Vintage from 1970
Italian Tortoise Shell Blown Art Glass Footed Vase Vintage from 1970

Italian Tortoise Shell Blown Art Glass Footed Vase Vintage from 1970

$495
H 14 in Dm 8 in

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoise Murano Glass Vase
By Carlo Moretti
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A fake tortoise murano glass vase designed and hand-crafted in Murano in the Seventies, it's il
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

1970s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoise Murano Glass Vase
1970s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoise Murano Glass Vase

1970s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoise Murano Glass Vase

H 10.63 in Dm 9.06 in
1970s Animalier Murano Glass Small Bowl Attributed to Barovier
By Barovier
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A rare fake tortoise murano glass small bowl made in the Seventies. It has been attributed to
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Murano Glass

1970s Animalier Murano Glass Small Bowl Attributed to Barovier
1970s Animalier Murano Glass Small Bowl Attributed to Barovier

1970s Animalier Murano Glass Small Bowl Attributed to Barovier

H 4.34 in Dm 5.52 in
Oversized Vintage Murano Tortoise Hand Blown Art Glass Giant Pear 2ft Tall 1950
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Oversized 1950s Vintage Murano Tortoise Hand Blown Art Glass Giant Pear, 24.5 inches Tall. This
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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Mounted Objects

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine

Oversized Vintage Murano Tortoise Hand Blown Art Glass Giant Pear 2ft Tall 1950
Oversized Vintage Murano Tortoise Hand Blown Art Glass Giant Pear 2ft Tall 1950

Oversized Vintage Murano Tortoise Hand Blown Art Glass Giant Pear 2ft Tall 1950

H 24.5 in Dm 16 in
Large Italian Tortoise Serving Tray in Murano Art Glass Style 1970s
By Vetrerie di Empoli, Christian Dior
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Large Italian Tortoise Serving Tray in Murano Art Glass Style 1970s. This impressive vintage Murano
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Barware

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Art Glass

Large Italian Tortoise Serving Tray in Murano Art Glass Style 1970s
Large Italian Tortoise Serving Tray in Murano Art Glass Style 1970s

Large Italian Tortoise Serving Tray in Murano Art Glass Style 1970s

H 2.25 in Dm 14 in
Murano Tortoise Pattern Ice Bucket / Wine Cooler
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Very striking tortoise design Italian Murano Ice bucket / Wine cooler. This very attractive piece
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20th Century Italian Barware

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Glass

Murano Tortoise Pattern Ice Bucket / Wine Cooler
Murano Tortoise Pattern Ice Bucket / Wine Cooler

Murano Tortoise Pattern Ice Bucket / Wine Cooler

H 8 in Dm 8.5 in
Large Barovier Toso Tortoise Bottle Decanters Murano
Located in Miami, FL
...SOLD FEBRUARY 2012...Sumptuously large, heavy and rich, this pair of Tortoise blown glass bottle
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Vintage 1960s Italian Glass

Large Barovier Toso Tortoise Bottle Decanters Murano
Large Barovier Toso Tortoise Bottle Decanters Murano

Large Barovier Toso Tortoise Bottle Decanters Murano

H 11.75 in Dm 8 in
Vintage Highball Footed Glasses Amber Tortoise Shell Color Set of 3
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
: "The mouth-blown Italian Murano glass with an exclusive tortoiseshell (tortoise) color flowing pattern
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Late 20th Century Italian Bohemian Barware

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Vintage Highball Footed Glasses Amber Tortoise Shell Color Set of 3
Vintage Highball Footed Glasses Amber Tortoise Shell Color Set of 3

Vintage Highball Footed Glasses Amber Tortoise Shell Color Set of 3

H 8.5 in Dm 3.5 in
Tortoise Shell Murano Glass Fixture
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Tortoise shell patterned Murano glass hanging platter
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Vintage 1960s Italian Flush Mount

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Murano Glass

Tortoise Shell Murano Glass Fixture
Tortoise Shell Murano Glass Fixture

Tortoise Shell Murano Glass Fixture

H 26 in Dm 18 in
Vintage Murano Style Tortoise Shell Vase
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Charleston, SC
A chic faux tortoise shell vase that is the perfect size for cut flowers. The vase tapers in at the
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Vases

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Art Glass

Vintage Murano Style Tortoise Shell Vase
Vintage Murano Style Tortoise Shell Vase

Vintage Murano Style Tortoise Shell Vase

H 12.75 in Dm 9 in
Pair Murano tortoise glass lamps
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
Pair tortoise glass lamps with brass trim
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Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair Murano tortoise glass lamps
Pair Murano tortoise glass lamps

Pair Murano tortoise glass lamps

H 17 in Dm 7 in
Italian Murano Style Tortoise Shell Glass Vase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Murano style glass vase, circa 1960s, Italy. The round shaped vase features a tan and brown
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Italian Murano Style Tortoise Shell Glass Vase
Italian Murano Style Tortoise Shell Glass Vase

Italian Murano Style Tortoise Shell Glass Vase

H 9.25 in W 10 in D 10 in
Pair of Murano Glass Tortoise Shell Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A unique pair of lamps in Murano glass with a tortoise shell pattern on the original wood base. The
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20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Pair of Murano Glass Tortoise Shell Lamps
Pair of Murano Glass Tortoise Shell Lamps

Pair of Murano Glass Tortoise Shell Lamps

H 31.5 in Dm 6.5 in
A Murano Tortoise Shell Glass Vase As A Lamp
Located in London, GB
Italy, circa 1960 A mid 20th century Murano glass vase with speckled tortoiseshell pattern and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

A Murano Tortoise Shell Glass Vase As A Lamp
A Murano Tortoise Shell Glass Vase As A Lamp

A Murano Tortoise Shell Glass Vase As A Lamp

H 14.57 in Dm 8.67 in
White Cristal Tortoise Hue Murano Glass Vase - Made in Italy
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful honey color white cristal vase. This piece features a long narrow neck and wide round bottom. A fabulous way to add a touch of Italian elegance to any space. Dimensio...
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20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Vases

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

White Cristal Tortoise Hue Murano Glass Vase - Made in Italy
White Cristal Tortoise Hue Murano Glass Vase - Made in Italy

White Cristal Tortoise Hue Murano Glass Vase - Made in Italy

H 6.5 in Dm 4.5 in
Pair of Faux Tortoise Glass Lamps
Located in San Francisco, CA
A boldly-scaled paif of Italian 1960's amber-colored faux tortoise glass lamps of spheroid form
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Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Faux Tortoise Glass Lamps
Pair of Faux Tortoise Glass Lamps

Pair of Faux Tortoise Glass Lamps

H 23 in Dm 12 in
Vintage Italian Tortoise Shell Blown Art Glass Vase
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Italian Tortoise Shell Blown Murano Art Glass Vase. A wonderful large decorative vessel in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Vases

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Art Glass, Blown Glass

Vintage Italian Tortoise Shell Blown Art Glass Vase
Vintage Italian Tortoise Shell Blown Art Glass Vase

Vintage Italian Tortoise Shell Blown Art Glass Vase

H 13 in Dm 9 in
Vintage Maestri Vetrai Tortoise Pattern Glass Vase, 20th Century, Italy
By Maestri Vetrai
Located in Chappaqua, NY
Vintage Maestri Vetrai Tortoise Pattern Glass Vase, 20th Century, Italy. Hand-Blown Murano Glass
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Murano Glass

Vintage Maestri Vetrai Tortoise Pattern Glass Vase, 20th Century, Italy
Vintage Maestri Vetrai Tortoise Pattern Glass Vase, 20th Century, Italy

Vintage Maestri Vetrai Tortoise Pattern Glass Vase, 20th Century, Italy

H 13.5 in Dm 8 in
Set of Twelve Faux Tortoise Murano Glass Plates
Located in New York, NY
Set of twelve faux tortoise Murano glass plates. Twelve large modern Murano glass chargers / under
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Dinner Plates

Materials

Glass

Set of Twelve Faux Tortoise Murano Glass Plates
Set of Twelve Faux Tortoise Murano Glass Plates

Set of Twelve Faux Tortoise Murano Glass Plates

H 1 in Dm 14.5 in
Large Tortoise Murano Glass Footed Vase
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
Italy, 1970s Large Italian murano glass footed vase. Tortoise effect. Classical shape and a
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Large Tortoise Murano Glass Footed Vase
Large Tortoise Murano Glass Footed Vase

Large Tortoise Murano Glass Footed Vase

H 9.5 in Dm 6.8 in
Mid-Century Murano Leopard Tortoise Shell Pattern Glass Handkerchief Vase, 1960
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Glass Handkerchief Vase. Vintage large leopard tortoise shell pattern hand blown Murano art glass
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Mid-20th Century Italian Organic Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Mid-Century Murano Leopard Tortoise Shell Pattern Glass Handkerchief Vase, 1960
Mid-Century Murano Leopard Tortoise Shell Pattern Glass Handkerchief Vase, 1960

Mid-Century Murano Leopard Tortoise Shell Pattern Glass Handkerchief Vase, 1960

H 8.5 in Dm 8.5 in
Murano Glass Faux Tortoise Shell Round Ashtray, Mid-Century to-late 20th Century
Located in Miami, FL
Murano Glass Faux Tortoise Shell Round Ashtray, Mid-Century to-late 20th Century Offered for sale
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Late 20th Century Ashtrays

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Glass Faux Tortoise Shell Round Ashtray, Mid-Century to-late 20th Century
Murano Glass Faux Tortoise Shell Round Ashtray, Mid-Century to-late 20th Century

Murano Glass Faux Tortoise Shell Round Ashtray, Mid-Century to-late 20th Century

H 2.5 in W 6.38 in D 6.38 in
Murano Italian Art Glass Tortoise Shell Champagne Chiller Ice Bucket MCM 10"
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid century modern Italian Azzura Maestri Vetrai Murano art glass ice bucket / champagne chiller
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Art Glass

Murano Italian Art Glass Tortoise Shell Champagne Chiller Ice Bucket MCM 10"
Murano Italian Art Glass Tortoise Shell Champagne Chiller Ice Bucket MCM 10"

Murano Italian Art Glass Tortoise Shell Champagne Chiller Ice Bucket MCM 10"

H 9.5 in W 7.75 in D 8.75 in
Italian 1980's Tortoise Shell Glass Centrepiece Bowl
Located in New York, NY
Large curved tortoise shell glass centrepiece bowl, c. 1980's Murano, Italy.     
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Italian 1980's Tortoise Shell Glass Centrepiece Bowl
Italian 1980's Tortoise Shell Glass Centrepiece Bowl

Italian 1980's Tortoise Shell Glass Centrepiece Bowl

H 5 in Dm 17.5 in
Murano Tortoise Shell Art Glass Vase
Located in Rochester, NY
Tortoise shell Murano art glass vase. By Vetri Artistic.
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Late 20th Century Italian Vases

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Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Tortoise Shell Art Glass Vase
Murano Tortoise Shell Art Glass Vase

Murano Tortoise Shell Art Glass Vase

H 9.25 in Dm 9.5 in
Lidded Italian Murano Tortoise Style and Gold Fleck Glass Box with Brass Closure
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning Murano glass hinged top box with a tortoise style glass design and gold shimmering
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Lidded Italian Murano Tortoise Style and Gold Fleck Glass Box with Brass Closure
Lidded Italian Murano Tortoise Style and Gold Fleck Glass Box with Brass Closure

Lidded Italian Murano Tortoise Style and Gold Fleck Glass Box with Brass Closure

H 4.5 in Dm 4.75 in
Murano Style Leopard Tortoise Brown and Beige Signed Art Glass Large Vase
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Murano style tortoise brown and black signed art glass large vase. Stunning masterpiece of studio
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Early 2000s Italian Organic Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Murano Style Leopard Tortoise Brown and Beige Signed Art Glass Large Vase
Murano Style Leopard Tortoise Brown and Beige Signed Art Glass Large Vase

Murano Style Leopard Tortoise Brown and Beige Signed Art Glass Large Vase

H 6.5 in Dm 7.5 in
1970s Italian Tortoise Shell Glass Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of handblown Italian tortoise shell glass lamps. Newly rewired, with solid brass patinated
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1970s Italian Tortoise Shell Glass Lamps
1970s Italian Tortoise Shell Glass Lamps

1970s Italian Tortoise Shell Glass Lamps

H 34 in Dm 12 in
Large 1980s Vintage Murano Tortoise Hand Blown Glass Vase Made for Lancel
Located in COLMAR, FR
A French-Italian cooperation. This very impressive, hand blown Murano glass vase was made for the
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Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Large 1980s Vintage Murano Tortoise Hand Blown Glass Vase Made for Lancel
Large 1980s Vintage Murano Tortoise Hand Blown Glass Vase Made for Lancel

Large 1980s Vintage Murano Tortoise Hand Blown Glass Vase Made for Lancel

H 10.63 in Dm 11.82 in
Large Mid-Century Modern Murano Style Brown and Tan Tortoise Shell Glass Vase
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Exquisite Murano style tan tortoiseshell pattern sculptural glass vase. A wonderful large vessel
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Large Mid-Century Modern Murano Style Brown and Tan Tortoise Shell Glass Vase
Large Mid-Century Modern Murano Style Brown and Tan Tortoise Shell Glass Vase

Large Mid-Century Modern Murano Style Brown and Tan Tortoise Shell Glass Vase

H 9.5 in Dm 10 in
Large Mid-Century Modern Murano Style Brown and Tan Tortoise Shell Glass Vase
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Exquisite Murano style tan tortoiseshell pattern sculptural glass vase. A wonderful large vessel
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Large Mid-Century Modern Murano Style Brown and Tan Tortoise Shell Glass Vase
Large Mid-Century Modern Murano Style Brown and Tan Tortoise Shell Glass Vase

Large Mid-Century Modern Murano Style Brown and Tan Tortoise Shell Glass Vase

H 11 in Dm 9 in
Large Green Tortoise Murano Glass Bowl with Aventurine
Located in North Miami, FL
We've heard from some that Murano glass is no longer "in fashion", but we at Stripe believe that
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Vintage 1950s Italian Serving Bowls

Large Green Tortoise Murano Glass Bowl with Aventurine
Large Green Tortoise Murano Glass Bowl with Aventurine

Large Green Tortoise Murano Glass Bowl with Aventurine

H 3 in W 14 in D 13 in
Pair Murano Glass "Tortoise Shell" Table Lamps
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair single-light table lamps of generous height in Murano glass with "tortoise shell" patterning
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20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Glass, Lucite

Pair Murano Glass "Tortoise Shell" Table Lamps
Pair Murano Glass "Tortoise Shell" Table Lamps

Pair Murano Glass "Tortoise Shell" Table Lamps

H 35 in Dm 15.5 in
Pair Murano Tortoise Lamps
Located in Southampton, NY
Large pair tortoise design Murano glass lamps with patinaed brass hardware. Shades for photo only.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair Murano Tortoise Lamps

Pair Murano Tortoise Lamps

H 20 in Dm 12 in
Pair Murano Tortoise Lamps
Located in Southampton, NY
Elegant pair Murano glass tortoise shell lamps with brass hardware.
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair Murano Tortoise Lamps
Pair Murano Tortoise Lamps

Pair Murano Tortoise Lamps

H 17 in Dm 8.5 in
Pair Faux Tortoise Shell Murano Vases
Located in New York, NY
A very lovely swirled pair of murano vases manugactured in the 1950s. They have a lovely tortoise
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Vintage 1950s Italian Vases

Materials

Glass

Pair Faux Tortoise Shell Murano Vases

Pair Faux Tortoise Shell Murano Vases

H 13.75 in Dm 7.5 in
Hand Blown Vintage Murano Faux Tortoise Lamp
Located in Asheville, NC
Beautiful hand blown Italian Murano faux tortoise glass lamp with cast gilt bronze scroll base with
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Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Glass, Linen

Hand Blown Vintage Murano Faux Tortoise Lamp
Hand Blown Vintage Murano Faux Tortoise Lamp

Hand Blown Vintage Murano Faux Tortoise Lamp

H 31 in Dm 11 in
Murano Glass Hinged Box
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage Murano, tortoise shell glass box with a hinged lid.
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20th Century Italian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Hinged Box
Murano Glass Hinged Box

Murano Glass Hinged Box

H 5 in W 5 in D 3 in
A Pair of 1960's Italian Art Glass tortoise shell Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A Pair of 1960's Italian Art Glass tortoise shell Table Lamps
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

A Pair of 1960's Italian Art Glass tortoise shell Table Lamps
A Pair of 1960's Italian Art Glass tortoise shell Table Lamps

A Pair of 1960's Italian Art Glass tortoise shell Table Lamps

H 31.5 in Dm 20 in
Pair of Large-Scale Murano Glass Lamps
Located in North Miami, FL
Tall, four-tiered table lamps with tortoise-effect Murano glass in clear and white. Nickel hardware
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Nickel

Pair of Large-Scale Murano Glass Lamps
Pair of Large-Scale Murano Glass Lamps

Pair of Large-Scale Murano Glass Lamps

H 28 in Dm 12 in
Tortoise and Gold, Murano Glass Cigar Ashtray
By Karl Springer, Archimede Seguso, Willy Rizzo
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish Murano glass cigar ashtray was fabricated in the 1970s and very much has the style of
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Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Tortoise and Gold, Murano Glass Cigar Ashtray
Tortoise and Gold, Murano Glass Cigar Ashtray

Tortoise and Gold, Murano Glass Cigar Ashtray

H 2.75 in Dm 6.5 in

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"Spirals" original lithograph
By Alexander Calder
Located in Henderson, NV
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Alexander Calder
"Spirals" original lithograph, 1970

$200
H 14.38 in W 11.54 in
Josef Frank, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
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An adjustable brass and floral printed fabric floor lamp designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, c. 1940s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 60.0"H x 22....
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Brass

Josef Frank, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Josef Frank, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

Josef Frank, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

$8,400
H 60 in W 22.5 in D 35 in
Modern Alchemica Hand-Blown Transparent Glass Liquor Bottle Simone Crestani
By Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
"Modern Alchemica Hand-Blown Glass Liquor Bottle" by Simone Crestani Introducing the Alchemica Bottle, a mesmerizing fusion of art and functionality meticulously crafted by the vis...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Modern Alchemica Hand-Blown Transparent Glass Liquor Bottle Simone Crestani
Modern Alchemica Hand-Blown Transparent Glass Liquor Bottle Simone Crestani

Modern Alchemica Hand-Blown Transparent Glass Liquor Bottle Simone Crestani

$654 / item
H 10.24 in Dm 5.91 in
Japanese Antique BK Middle Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old Japanese black drawer storage. The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It is probably from the Tohoku region of Japan. The material is mainly cedar w...
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique BK Middle Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Wabisabi
Japanese Antique BK Middle Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Wabisabi

Japanese Antique BK Middle Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Wabisabi

$860
H 18.71 in W 18.71 in D 11.82 in
Keith Haring Fun Gallery exhibition poster 1983 (vintage Keith Haring)
By Keith Haring
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Keith Haring Fun Gallery 1983: Original 1983 Keith Haring illustrated exhibition poster published on the occasion of Haring's historic 1983 show at the Fun Gallery in the East Villag...
Category

1980s Pop Art Abstract Prints

Materials

Lithograph, Offset

Keith Haring Fun Gallery exhibition poster 1983 (vintage Keith Haring)
Keith Haring Fun Gallery exhibition poster 1983 (vintage Keith Haring)

Keith Haring
Keith Haring Fun Gallery exhibition poster 1983 (vintage Keith Haring), 1983

$3,600
H 29 in W 23 in
A French 19th-20th Century Ebonized Wood & Plated Surtout de Table Centerpiece
By Gianmaria Buccellati
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine French 19th-20th century neoclassical revival style ebonized wood and figural silver plated mounted plateau Surtout de Table centerpiece in the manner of Buccellati. The ...
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Neoclassical Revival Centerpieces

Materials

Wood

A French 19th-20th Century Ebonized Wood & Plated Surtout de Table Centerpiece
A French 19th-20th Century Ebonized Wood & Plated Surtout de Table Centerpiece

A French 19th-20th Century Ebonized Wood & Plated Surtout de Table Centerpiece

$9,850 Sale Price
23% Off
H 5.25 in W 26 in D 22 in
JOSEF HOSPODKA - BOROCRYSTAL - Mid Century Glass Vase - Czechia - Circa 1950
By Borocrystal, Josef Hospodka
Located in Chatham, ON
JOSEF HOSPODKA (Designer) - BOROCRYSTAL (Manufacturer) - Fine quality Mid Century glass vase - heavy tri-color glass featuring a bulbous five prong design at the rim - polished finis...
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

JOSEF HOSPODKA - BOROCRYSTAL - Mid Century Glass Vase - Czechia - Circa 1950
JOSEF HOSPODKA - BOROCRYSTAL - Mid Century Glass Vase - Czechia - Circa 1950

JOSEF HOSPODKA - BOROCRYSTAL - Mid Century Glass Vase - Czechia - Circa 1950

$1,225
H 6.63 in Dm 6.25 in
Amazing Pink Tronchi Murano Glass Chandelier Italy
Located in Rome, IT
Amazing chandelier includes 36 precious pink tronchi Murano glasses 20 cm long. Nickel-plated metal structure on three levels. Takes 5 base bulbs (E-27) up to 40 watts per bulb. We ...
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Amazing Pink Tronchi Murano Glass Chandelier Italy
Amazing Pink Tronchi Murano Glass Chandelier Italy

Amazing Pink Tronchi Murano Glass Chandelier Italy

$3,212
H 43.31 in Dm 19.69 in
Dioptase With Plancheite on Calcite
Located in New York, NY
This vibrantly contrasting specimen showcases moderately sized emerald-green Dioptase crystals growing atop a matrix of lustrously crystallized Calcite, accented with rare powder-blu...
Category

2010s Congolese Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal

Dioptase With Plancheite on Calcite
Dioptase With Plancheite on Calcite

Dioptase With Plancheite on Calcite

$3,900
H 2 in W 3 in D 1.38 in
Murano Glass Large Bottle by Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri D´Arte, Italy, 1960s
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Flavio Poli
Located in Valencia, VC
Seguso Vetri D’Arte Bottle Vase by Flavio Poli, Documented A striking and rare large bottle vase designed by Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri D’Arte, created during his time as the comp...
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Murano Glass Large Bottle by Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri D´Arte, Italy, 1960s
Murano Glass Large Bottle by Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri D´Arte, Italy, 1960s

Murano Glass Large Bottle by Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri D´Arte, Italy, 1960s

$2,915 Sale Price
30% Off
H 11.82 in W 9.45 in D 5.12 in
1 of 4 Limburg Large Helena Tynell Amber Bubble Glass Flush Mount Light, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg, Helena Tynell
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
One of four large Amber / Champagne colored / colored bubble glass sconces designed by Helena Tynell for Glashütte Limburg in the late 1960s-early 1970s. These are the largest versio...
Category

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

Materials

Metal

1 of 4 Limburg Large Helena Tynell Amber Bubble Glass Flush Mount Light, 1960s
1 of 4 Limburg Large Helena Tynell Amber Bubble Glass Flush Mount Light, 1960s

1 of 4 Limburg Large Helena Tynell Amber Bubble Glass Flush Mount Light, 1960s

$2,320 / item
H 8.66 in Dm 12.59 in
Lightolier, Floor Lamp
By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston
Located in San Francisco, CA
Gerald Thurston floor lamp by Lightolier. Features a brass and walnut base and a perforated brass shade. Measures: 17" diameter x 64.5" height.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Lightolier, Floor Lamp
Lightolier, Floor Lamp

Lightolier, Floor Lamp

$2,500
H 64.5 in Dm 17 in
WMF Art Nouveau Claret Jug Decanter with Mermaid Handle, Germany, c. 1901
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in London, GB
A beautiful quality art nouveau decanter made by WMF (Wurttembergische Metallwarenfabrik) in Germany in c. 1901. The silver plated mount features a mermaid as a handle, outstretche...
Category

Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Pitchers

Materials

Silver Plate

WMF Art Nouveau Claret Jug Decanter with Mermaid Handle, Germany, c. 1901
WMF Art Nouveau Claret Jug Decanter with Mermaid Handle, Germany, c. 1901

WMF Art Nouveau Claret Jug Decanter with Mermaid Handle, Germany, c. 1901

$2,679
H 12.49 in W 7.41 in D 6.7 in
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Tortoise Murano Glass For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of tortoise murano glass available at 1stDibs. An item from our selection of tortoise murano glass — often made from glass, art glass and blown glass — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a choice in our collection of tortoise murano glass — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of tortoise murano glass is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern and modern styles are sought with frequency. Empoli, Gino Vistosi and Igor Balbi each produced at least one beautiful option in this array of tortoise murano glass that is worth considering.

How Much is a Tortoise Murano Glass?

A piece of tortoise murano glass can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $600, while the lowest priced sells for $250 and the highest can go for as much as $6,572.
Questions About Tortoise Murano Glass
  • What is Murano glass?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • How is Murano glass marked?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Does Murano glass have markings?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Does Murano glass break?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Where does Murano glass come from?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Where is Murano glass signed?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What are the characteristics of Murano glass?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What is Murano glass made of?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Can Murano glass be clear?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What is Aventurine in Murano glass?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Why is it called Murano glass?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Is Murano glass valuable?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Is Murano glass worth it?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    Yes, many glass lovers believe that Murano glass is worth it. Murano glass is named for the Venetian island of Murano, where glassmaking has been practiced for centuries. The glass is made using a variety of artisanal processes and is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Every vintage Murano glass decorative object is unique. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and irregular shapes due to the freeform creation process. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Murano glass is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Murano glass and other art glass pieces on 1stDibs.
  • Is Murano blown glass?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • How can I identify Murano glass?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What is the difference between Venetian glass and Murano glass?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • How much is Murano glass worth?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    How much Murano glass is worth depends on the size as well as on other factors. New Murano glass necklaces may cost up to $35 depending on the number of beads — a vintage Murano glass necklace may garner considerably more money — whereas a vase made of Murano glass can cost a few thousand dollars. Antique Murano art glass can fetch thousands of dollars at auction depending on the brand, the history of the piece, the technique used to design the piece and more. Find a collection of antique and vintage Murano glass jewelry and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • Does Murano glass have a Pontil mark?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Murano glass does indeed have a pontil mark. Murano glass is individually blown in Venice, Italy, and the mark at the bottom is made by the rod used by the artisan when they shape the piece. Shop a collection of Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • How can you tell if Murano glass is vintage?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if Murano glass is vintage, it's usually necessary to conduct some online research using trusted sources. Start by looking for a maker's mark and then cross-referencing it with images published online to determine who made your piece. By learning more about the manufacturer and what they produced over the years by reading histories and exploring product catalogues, you can estimate the rough age of your piece. For Murano glass to be considered vintage, it must be between 20 and 99 years old. Older pieces are classified as antique. If you need assistance with dating your glassware, seek the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a range of Murano glass on 1stDibs.
  • How can you tell if a glass fruit is Murano?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To tell if a Murano glass fruit is real, look for the signature of the artist or factory on the piece. 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. 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. If you need assistance authenticating a piece, seek the help of a licensed appraiser. Shop a selection of Murano glass decorative objects on 1stDibs.

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