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Carboniferous Fern Fossil Natural Specimen, Est Age 300 Million Years. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter. The foldable clear pla...

90+ Million Years Old Conlinoceras Tarrantense Ammonite Fossil ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter. The Conlinoceras Tarrantense A...

Conlinoceras Tarrantense Ammonite Fossil, 90-100 Million Years Old. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter. The Conlinoceras Tarran...

Fenton Art Glass Hobnail Orb, Mid-Century Modern, Circa 1970s. Open Ball-Shaped Ashtray / Bowl / Vide-Poche / Vessel. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not...

CLEARANCE - Shimmering Murano Glass Bowl / Vide Poche with Copper Aventurine - Vintage - Alfredo Barbini suspected. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs Shop is Closing in May.*** This is a substan...

Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Fish Sculpture by Aureliano Toso, Original Label Partially Remains. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available there...

Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Bowl w/Gold Leaf and Bullicante by Barovier and Toso (assumed). ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafte...

Raspberry Pink/Clear Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Geode Bowl with Bullicante, by Archimede Seguso (likely) . ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs Shop is Closing in May.*** This bowl measures abo...

CLEARANCE - 1930s Murano Glass Pulegoso Goblets by Napoleone Martinuzzi - Set of 3. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs Shop is Closing in May.*** Each goblet is approximately 4.5 x 3.5 inches. Th...

Murano Glass Bowl/Ashtray, Seguso or Barovier & Toso, w/Gold Polveri, Italy. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter.*** All of th...

Murano Glass Rigaree Bullicante Bowl with Gold Polveri - Barovier & Toso assumed ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter.*** There...

Formia Murano Glass Rabbit Sculpture with Silver Leaf and Original Label. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be availa...

Jewel-Tones Murano Glass Sommerso Dish/Bowl w/Gold Polveri, Seguso suspected. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs Shop is Closing in May.*** Barbini is a second possiblity. This gorgeous piece measures about 7.5 x 7 x 1.75 inches. The colors and shape are stunning. IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOLLOWS; PLEASE READ THE BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY. ABOUT OUR LISTINGS: -Most vintage Murano glass is unsigned and unlabeled (see more about this topic below, under the "about vintage Murano glass" section). We identify items as best we can based on our research and experience, but without signature, identifying label, or other documentation, it is ultimately not possible to guarantee an item is from Murano or is by a specific Murano glass maestro. By purchasing from our shop, you are agreeing to accept this fact. If you are uncomfortable with this policy, we ask that you purchase only items that have their original label, artist signature, or other documentation. -Measurements are approximate and generally represent the approximate widest/longest/highest areas of each item. -Please be aware that the color on your monitor and/or in your environment may look somewhat different than in ours and that glass colors often look deeper on dark backgrounds than they do on light backgrounds. -Please keep in mind that vintage glass usually will show evidence of previous ownership, such as scuffing, scratching, and/or other wear such as dulling or mars on base, etc.. Buyers of vintage glass are presumed to understand and accept such hints of previous ownership. We cannot realistically guarantee perfection since vintage glass has typically been used at some point in the past. We do however inspect for and describe flaws found. ABOUT VINTAGE MURANO GLASS: -"Murano" is not a brand. It is the name of the Italian island where the most celebrated master glassblowers create(d) their works. -Vintage Murano glass items may be heavy or light, thick or thin, substantial or petite, etc. Thickness and thinness of glass will tend to vary on some items, especially sculptural items. -Sometimes, small inclusions may be found in or on Murano glass, such as ash or tiny bubbles from the blowing process or tiny raised or pitted areas. These are not considered "damage" but naturally occurring. Nevertheless we point them out if found. -While on occasion a vintage Murano glass item will bear the signature of its creator or have an original label affixed, this is relatively rare; most vintage Murano glass available to the general public is unsigned / unlabeled, especially in the more affordable price ranges. -The bases of Murano glass items are often polished, but not always; the glassblower may have decided not to grind a pontil mark down or highly polish a base if there seemed a risk that doing so could cause damage to the item. -A pontil mark on a Murano glass piece may be visible or not, and may be smooth, rough, raised, indented, or some combination of these. Some finer, more delicate Murano glass items may have a rough pontil mark that may also be either raised or indented, with the rest of the base not. --However, an unpolished base that is also entirely, extremely foggy and rough (as if the entire bottom were grinded with very course sandpaper or metal) is generally considered indicative of a non-Murano work. ABOUT THE TERMS WE USE: "Suspected" means just that -- we suspect the item is by the named artist / from the named region due to its similarities to other items from that artist / region, and sometimes also by the lack of the item's characteristics appearing in other artists' works, but we are not certain. "Assumed" or "likely" means we feel pretty confident it is by the named artist / from the named region but have not found sufficient documentation to confirm it, so while we believe it to be as stated, we are not absolutely certain. "In the style of" means that based on characteristics, we believe it could be by the named artist / from the named region but we could not find sufficient enough evidence to feel comfortable declaring that definitively. In such cases the item could also be by another glassblower (from Murano or otherwise) who was inspired by the named artist. It takes time and study to train the eye to recognize what is and is not Murano-made. While no one is perfect, we feel we're fairly good at it and will state, using terminology explained above for clarification, if we do not feel reasonably certain. However much knowledge may be accrued, no one dealer is likely to know absolutely everything. Since we do not offer returns, please message us with concerns or questions if you have any before purchasing an item. We'll be pleased to respond. #MuranoGlass #seguso #MuranoGlassware #20thcenturyvessels #midcenturymodern #Italian #italianglass #barbini #goldpolveri #Bowls #decorativebowls #Decor #mid-centurymodern #vide-poche #MCM...

Murano Glass Dish, the Famous "Starry Night" Design by Fratelli Toso, Italy. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs Shop is Closing in May.*** At about 12 inches across, this is a substantial piece o...

Opaline Murano Glass Bowl with Original Label Still on the Base. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs Shop is Closing in May.*** The Murano label on the bottom confirms it was made in Murano but doe...

Fratelli Toso Murano Glass Bowl, Lattimo w/ Copper Aventurine. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs Shop is Closing in May.*** This is a beautiful piece of vint...

Red, White, Black Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass a Pentoni Bowl, Fratelli Toso likely. (See also our companion listing to this item -- a large centerpiece tray.) ***NOTE: Our 1stDib...

Large Plant Fossil/Fern Fossil Specimen, Multiple Species, Carboniferous Period. Discovered in PA. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available therea...

Alethopteris &/or Neuropteris Fern Fossil Specimen, est 300 Million Years Old. Discovered in PA. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available the...

Alethopteris &/or Neuropteris Fern Fossil Specimen, around 300 Million Years Old. Discovered in PA. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available ...

Large Mortoniceras Fossil Ammonite Specimen, Organic Modern Style Display Piece. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter. Natural Spec...

Large Mortoniceras Drakeoceras Ammonite Fossil Specimen, USA. About 110 million years old. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter. A...

CLEARANCE - Mid-Century Modern Opalino/Alabastro White Murano (suspected) Glass Fish Sculpture. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs Shop is Closing in May.*** A classic, graceful work of art glass,...

Mid-Century Black Murano Glass Dolphin by V. Nason, Italy, with Original Label. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter.*** This hand...

Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Fish Sculpture by V. Nason. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs Shop is Closing in May.*** We LOVE this amazing fish! It is in very good vintage condition. IMPORTAN...

CLEARANCE - Mid-Century Murano Glass Bowl/Vide-Poche w/Copper Aventurine, Italy. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter.*** Good vint...

CLEARANCE - MCM Murano Glass Dish / Bowl with Gold Fleck or Copper Aventurine. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs Shop is Closing in May.*** A lovely work of Murano glass artistry in good vintage ...

CLEARANCE - Mid-Century Murano Glass Vide-Poche, Bullicante & Aventurine. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs Shop is Closing in May.*** If you like shimmer, you'll love this piece with its gen...

Set of Two Polymorphopteris Species Tree Fern Fossil Specimens, 305 million yrs old apx. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter. Th...

Neuralethopteris or Polymorphopteris Tree Fern Fossil, Paleozoic Era, 300+ million years old. Discovered in PA. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be ava...

CLEARANCE - Vintage Murano Glass Fish by Vincenzo Nason, Italy, Original label. Very nice vintage condition with the original label. ***NOTE:...

Golden & Wine Tones Semiprecious Stone Pendant Necklace, Soft Rectangular Beauty. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter. We find thi...

Signed Vintage Art Glass Bowl, Asymmetrical Blown Glass, 1970s, White Green Blue & Earthy Mauve. This is a very pretty asymmetrical bowl designed to tilt slightly. It is signed ...

Semiprecious Stone, Dendritic Agate, White and Black Pendant Necklace. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter. Here's another stellar...

Vintage Sterling Silver & Stone Pendant Necklace, Stamped. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter. This piece is the perfect balance ...

Long, Vintage Bar Chain or Darcy Chain Type Necklace, about 28 Inches. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter. This collectible vint...

Frog in a Cup Sculpture Signed by Artist, Ceramic Pottery, USA, 1996 A frog in a cup: the gift for someone who has almost everything, and a sense of humor. Signed and dated by the s...

Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Bollicine Bowl in Red, Yellow, Green, & Clear. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter.*** This ra...

Signed Ceramic Lizard Sculpture in Box, Turquoise Glaze, USA, 1996 ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereaft...

CLEARANCE - Murano Glass Bowl, Orange with Gold Polveri, Alfredo Barbini (suspected). ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs Shop is Closing in May.*** This piece is approximately 6 x 5.25 x 2.5 inche...

Murano Glass Bullicante Shell Bowl / Trinket Dish by Archimede Seguso, Italy. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs Shop is Closing in May.*** This lovely mid-century modern work is in very nice vint...

CLEARANCE - Murano Glass a Pentoni Platter/Tray/Centerpiece by Fratelli Toso. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs Shop is Closing in May.*** Huge, unique, and beautiful, this mid-century modern se...

CLEARANCE - Large Murano Glass Bowl with Aventurine by Fratelli Toso, Italy. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs Shop is Closing in May.*** This is a beautiful, substantial piece of glass that woul...

CLEARANCE - Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Fish Sculpture by V. Nason. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter.*** We appreciate the ...

8.5 Inch Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Fish Sculpture, Licio Zanetti or Seguso (suspected). ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs Shop is Closing in May.*** Both Zanetti and Seguso made this style ...

Mid-Century Oball Murano Glass Fish Sculpture w/Original Label, Italy. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter.*** The sculpture still...

Signed 10" Silver Leaf Infused Blown Glass Fish Sculpture, Josef Marcolin Blue & Silver Fleck This is a beautiful, substantial sculpture, 10 inches high, by the Italian Murano glass blower Josef Marcolin. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs Shop is Closing in May.*** Josef Marcolin (1933-2015), who originallly lived and was trained as a glassblower in Murano, Italy, moved to Sweden with his brother Benito in 1954. They made beautiful blown glass/crystal sculptures, such as this one, that are known for their stunning, unique blend of Murano and Swedish style. In 1991 they moved back to Italy and continued to create for a short time under the name Sardinia Crystal...

Alfredo Barbini Murano Glass Bullicante Bowl, Orange with Gold Polveri. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs Shop is Closing in May.*** This gorgeous piece is a mid-century modern classic. Colors: o...

Fenton Royal Blue Hobnail Orb, Ball-Shaped Ashtray / Bowl / Vessel, USA. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available th...

Alethopteris & Neuropteris Tree Fern Fossil Specimen, USA, 300 - 360 years old apx. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter.*** Di...

Alethopteris & Neuropteris Tree Fern Fossil Specimen, USA, 300 - 360 years old apx. Discovered in Pennsylvania. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be...

Nine Inch Mid-Century Ceramic / Porcelain Big Fluffy Dog Sculpture. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter.*** This is a sweet larger dog statue...

Mid-Century Modern Ceramic/Porcelain Whippet/Greyhound Puppy Dog Sculpture. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter.*** This is a love...

CLEARANCE - Eight Inch Tall Mid-Century Porcelain Puppy / Dog Sculpture. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available t...

Mid-Century Modern Charcoal Black Metal Whippet/Greyhound Sculptural Bookend, 6.5 x 6.5 x 4 inches approximately. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be a...

CLEARANCE SALE ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter.*** 1940s Art Nouveau Borzoi / Russian Wolfhound Figurine, Don Manning...

Signed Blown Glass Fish Sculpture Josef Marcolin, w/original label stiff affixed. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs Shop is Closing in May.*** Another wonderful ...

CLEARANCE Mid-Century Modern, Tall Bronze-Toned Bird Sculpture on Black Base. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter.*** This gracefu...

Lenox Fine Porcelain Elephant Sculpture, Baby Elephant, 1991. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter.*** This beautiful, realistic ba...

Signed 24k gold infused Crystal Fish Sculpture by Josef Marcolin, original label. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter.*** In addition to the signature on the bottom, the piece still has both of its original labels as well. In Murano glass work, fine gold dust inside the glass is called gold polveri. Perhaps this term was dropped by Marcolin due to the inclusions being more notable gold flecks rather than gold dust. Josef Marcolin (1933-2015), who originallly lived and was trained as a glassblower in Murano, Italy, moved to Sweden with his brother Benito in 1954. They made beautiful blown glass/crystal sculptures such as this one, which are known for their unique blend of Murano and Swedish style. In 1991 they moved back to Italy and continued to create for a short time under the name Sardinia Crystal...