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Creator: Murano Glass Sommerso
Murano Italian Art Glass Fish Sculpture Statue, Italy Vintage 1980s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A Venetian sculptural fish figurine in hand blown glass, produced on the isle of Murano, circa 1980s. A nice piece of art for any room. Beautiful colors in pink and purple with clear...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
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Art Glass
Murano Italian Art Glass Fish Sculpture Statue, Italy Vintage
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A Venetian sculptural fish figurine in hand blown glass, produced on the isle of Murano, circa 1960s. A nice piece of art for any room.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
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$392 Sale Price
30% Off
Duck Murano Glass Vetri di Murano Italy Vintage Art Glass, 1950s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A Venetian sculptural duck figurine in hand blown glass, produced on the isle of Murano, circa 1950s. A nice piece of art for any room.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
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Art Glass
Vintage Art Glass Duck Sculpture by Murano Glass
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish sommerso art glass duck sculpture by Murano Glass, circa 1970s. The piece has a wonderful gold fleck accent on clear mouth blown glass and is in very good condition with no c...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
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Art Glass
Murano Glass Sculpture "Omaggio to Picasso" by Sandro Frattin
By Murano Glass Sommerso, Sandro Frattin
Located in Bradenton, FL
Vintage Murano Glass Figure Titled "Omaggio To Picasso" (Homage to Picasso) by renowned Italian artist Sandro Frattin. Heavy Murano art glass depicting a woman's stylized head wearin...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
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Murano Glass
Vintage Double Side Two Fish Aquarium Sculpture, Murano, Italy, 1970s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful Murano hand blown aquarium Italian art glass sculpture. Showing two fish in a reef. Colors are different shades of blue, red, green and clear. Created in the manner of desi...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
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Murano Glass
Italian Murano Glass Elephant
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Catania, IT
This 1980s Italian handmade Murano glass sculpture depicts an elephant in clear glass. This sculpture is in excellent condition and has no scratches or ch...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
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Art Glass, Murano Glass
$477 Sale Price
20% Off
Murano Sommerso Gold Flecks Italian Large Art Glass Fish Figurine
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Verviers, BE
Murano Sommerso gold flecks Italian Large art glass fish figurine
Beautiful Murano hand blown Sommerso and gold flecks Italian art glass fish sculpture.
The piece is profusely cover...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
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Art Glass, Murano Glass
1980s Modernist Blue and Green Sommerso Murano Glass Elephant by Vincenzo Nason
By Murano Glass Sommerso, Vincenzo Nason & Cie
Located in Charleston, SC
The murano glass elephant it's labeled on the bottom and it's in perfect condition. The blue and green Sommerso Murano glass elephant designed and manufactured by Vincenzo Nason is ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
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Murano Glass
Art Glass Elephant Sculpture by Oggetti for Murano Glass
By Oggetti, Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful art glass elephant sculpture by Oggetti for Murano glass, circa 1970s. The sculpture is in very good condition with no chips or cracks (some scratches on the underside) and...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
$460 Sale Price
20% Off
Beautiful Two Jellyfish Bag Murano Italian Art Glass Aquarium Statue Object
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful stunning Murano hand blown aquarium design Italian art glass sculpture. Showing two Jellyfish inside, in red and orange color, floating on controlled bubbles. A beautiful n...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
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Art Glass
Sommerso Art Glass Bird Sculpture by Murano Glass
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish sommerso art glass bird sculpture by Murano Glass, circa 1970s. The piece has a wonderful brown and gold fleck color and is in very good condition with no chips or cracks. Me...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
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Art Glass
1964 Alfredo Barbini Round Cone Blown Art Glass Obelisk Italy Mid-Century Modern
By Alfredo Barbini, Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Miami, FL
Clear Alfredo Barbini blown Murano Art Glass rounded Sculpture, Obelisk or decorative Object.
Made in Italy, circa 1964.
Partial transparent Foil Label at the Top of the Cone, BARBI...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
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Blown Glass
1970's Sommerso Murano Glass, Birds, Doves on a Tree, Sculpture
By Alfredo Barbini, Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A Murano glass sculpture depicting four birds in white and light pink perched on a clear glass tree with branches attached to a base decorated with rounds. A nice centerpiece in each...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
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Art Glass
$1,274 Sale Price
30% Off
Delicate Mid Century Murano Art Glass Figurine Sculpture Swallows on a Branch
By Barovier&Toso, Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This exquisite mid-century Murano art glass sculpture captures the delicate beauty of two swallows perched on a vibrant green branch.
Expertly handcrafted, the birds feature transl...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Sommerso
Large Sommerso Uranium Art Glass Pyramid Sculpture by Murano Glass
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in San Diego, CA
Large sommerso uranium art glass pyramid sculpture by Murano Glass, circa 1970s. The piece is clear glass on the outside with various shades of green...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
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Art Glass
$1,960 Sale Price
20% Off
1980's Sommerso Murano Glass Bird Swan Statue Catchall Sculpture
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A Murano glass sculpture depicting a swan in clear and green. A nice addition to any room. Made in Venice Italy in the 1980s. found at an Estate Sale in Vienna, Austria.
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20th Century Italian Modern Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
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Art Glass
Stunning Vintage Sommerso Art Glass Elephant Sculpture by Murano
By Vintage Murano Gallery, Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage blue and green sommerso art glass elephant sculpture by Murano glass, circa 1970s. The sculpture is in very good condition with no chips or cracks (light scratches o...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
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Murano Glass
Murano Glass Fish Sculpture - Olive Green/ Clear Glass, Italy circa 1970
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Beautiful Murano glass fish sculpture out of the famous workshops from the little island of venice/ Italy from the 1970s. This mid century modern Murano fish shows the incredible cra...
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Late 20th Century Italian Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Duck in Flight Art Glass Sculpture by Murano Glass
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in San Diego, CA
Majestic duck in flight art glass sculpture by Murano Glass, circa 1990s. The beautiful piece is clear glass with black sommerso in the body of the duck; really cool and realistic pi...
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Late 20th Century Italian Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
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Murano Glass
$400 Sale Price
20% Off
Stylish Elephant Sommerso Art Glass Sculpture by Murano Glass
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish elephant sommerso art glass sculpture by Murano Glass, circa 1970s. The piece has a wonderful inner blue and green with gold fleck color on a clear glass body. The sculpture ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
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Art Glass
$380 Sale Price
20% Off
Sommerso Sculpture / Paperweight by Murano Glass
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage Sommerso orb sculpture / large paperweight by Murano Glass, circa 1970s. The outline of the sculpture is clear blown glass with an inner core of s...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
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Art Glass
$300 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Murano Seagull Sculptures Birds
By Licio Zanetti, Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Graceful sculptures capture the beauty and freedom of seagulls in flight, with their wings elegantly outstretched. Expertly hand-blown from pristine white Murano glass and set on a s...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
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Art Glass, Blown Glass
$2,330 / set
Petite Swan Sommerso Art Glass Sculpture by Murano Glass
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish petite swan sommerso art glass sculpture by Murano Glass, circa 1980s. The sommerso technique piece has a wonderful deep black color under the clear glass and is in very good...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
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Art Glass
$220 Sale Price
20% Off
Dancing woman in pink Venetian Murano glass, 1960s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Dancing woman in pink Murano Venetian glass, 1960s
This exquisite Murano glass dancer, a piece that evokes the sophistication of the 1960s. Handcr...
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20th Century Italian Post-Modern Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
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Art Glass
Stylish Swimming Swan Art Glass Sculpture by Murano Glass
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish swimming swan art glass sculpture by Murano Glass, circa 1980s. The piece has a wonderful deep blue color and is in very good condition with no chips ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
$460 Sale Price
20% Off
Murano glass bird sculpture from the 1960s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Murano Glass Bird Sculpture from the 1960s
This charming figurine captures the essence of avian romance. Two birds, perched on a branch in a mid-century design, radiate elegance and ...
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20th Century Italian Post-Modern Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
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Art Glass
Oriental Lady Murano Glass Figurine
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Murano Glass Oriental Lady Figurine
Beautiful Italian glass figure, Murano, of a cream-colored oriental lady, with black details on both the base and the decorations on the hair, and...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
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Art Glass
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Murano Glass Sommerso sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
Murano glass Sommerso sculptures are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of glass and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Murano Glass Sommerso sculptures, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original sculptures by Murano Glass Sommerso were created in the mid-century modern style in italy during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider sculptures by Vintage Murano Gallery, Murano , and Salviati. Prices for Murano Glass Sommerso sculptures can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $160 and can go as high as $3,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $500.
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Questions About Murano Glass Sommerso Sculptures
- How is Sommerso glass made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sommerso glass is made by dipping colored glass into liquid molten glass in a second shade prior to mouth-blowing the material into the desired shape. The end result is a decorative object that shows off two or more colors. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Sommerso glass.
- What is Sommerso art glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sommerso art glass is glassware that has two or more layers of color in the piece that don’t mix together. Associated with Murano glass, sommerso is Italian for “submerged.” Find a collection of Sommerso art glass on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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- Is Murano glass worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Yes, many glass lovers believe that Murano glass is worth it. Murano glass is named for the Venetian island of Murano, where glassmaking has been practiced for centuries. The glass is made using a variety of artisanal processes and is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Every vintage Murano glass decorative object is unique. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and irregular shapes due to the freeform creation process. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Murano glass is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Murano glass and other art glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- Is Murano blown glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, Murano is blown glass. Artisans on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy, produce the colorful glassware through a unique process. Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century (the filigrana technique is as old as the 16th century). On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Murano glassware from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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- How is Murano glass marked?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024How Murano glass is marked varies. Some pieces feature a label, sticker or other mark that bears the name of the studio that produced them. Others may only have an artist's signature or be unmarked. However, Murano glass artisans rarely put the word "Murano" on their pieces, though you will often see the word on replicas. For assistance determining whether a particular piece is Murano, consult an expert appraiser or antiques dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Murano glass.
- What is Murano glass made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Murano glass is made of a combination of materials. In most cases, artisans use a blend of silica, soda, lime and potassium to produce the colorful art glass. The mixture gets heated to a high temperature to melt it, so that glassblowers can form it into various shapes. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Murano glass.
- Where is Murano glass signed?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Authentic Murano glass often, but not always, includes labels with the name of the workshop, the signature of the glass master and a certificate of authenticity. To best determine if a Murano glass is authentic, look up the location of the factory found on the label. All authentic Murano glass is produced in Venice or Murano. Always purchase Murano glass from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Browse a selection of authentic Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano glass, from the Venetian island of Murano, is world-renowned for excellent craftsmanship and a wide variety of colors and decorations. The glassmakers of Murano use methods honed over centuries to create rich colors and designs by mixing different minerals during the process. Many examples contain gold and silver flecks inside the glass. You’ll find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024Murano glass comes from Murano, an island located in the Venetian Lagoon to the north of Venice, Italy. Many people mistake the name Murano for that of a brand or company, but the term actually applies to glassware produced by a variety of makers. Fratelli Toso, Umberto Bellotto, the Salviati family, Ercole Barovier, Carlo Scarpa, Paolo Venini and Alfredo Barbini are just some of the glassblowers known for producing Murano glass. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Murano glass.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021There is no real difference between Venetian glass and Murano glass. While both Venetian glass and Murano glass come from Murano Island, Venice is a more popular location than Murano, hence it is called widely as Venetian glass. You can use both search terms to find the best piece for you on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano glass is highly-coveted due to the glassblowing processes used to create each piece. Murano glass is known for its vivid color, handcrafted in Murano and Venice and a favorite among collectors and home interior decor enthusiasts. Browse a wide array of Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if a bird sculpture is made of Murano glass, professionals recommend having an antiques dealer or Murano glass expert examine it. Otherwise, look for the signature of the artist or factory on the piece. Authentic Murano glass will often, but not always, include labels with the name of the workshop, the signature of the glass master and a certificate of authenticity. Use trusted online resources to determine if the maker's location is or was in Murano, in northeastern Italy. Seeing the word "Murano" on a glass decorative object doesn't mean that it is authentic. In fact, most genuine pieces won't show the word "Murano." Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. Find a collection of Murano glass decorative objects on 1stDibs.
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