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Murano Service 36 Glasses and Pitcher in Blown Glass And Applied Decorations
By Aldo Bon 1
Located in Prato, Tuscany
Valuable and particular blown Murano glass service; it is composed of 12 water glasses, 12 wine
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass / Inlaid Silver Barware Service
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Mid 20th century murano glass with exterior inlaid silver design detail barware / tableware service
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Barware
Materials
Silver
Italian Murano Holiday Wine Service
By Carlo Moretti
Located in New York, NY
Italian Mid-Century Murano (1950/60s) glass wine service comprised of 14 red and white cased glass
Category
20th Century Italian Barware
Materials
Brass
Murano Table Service for 13+ by Salviati
By Salviati
Located in Dallas, TX
Regal 55 piece table stemware and dessert service in gilt and enameled pale topaz colored Murano
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
Murano Alfa & Omega Crystal Drinking Glasses set of 10 Luxury Barware 24 Kt Gold
By ICET Murano
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Murano Alfa & Omega Crystal Drinking Glasses set of 10 Luxury Barware 24 Kt Gold.
Gold leaf crystal
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Barware
Materials
Art Glass
Important Porcelain Tableware Service 108 Pieces 19th Century
By Ars Murano
Located in Madrid, ES
Important Porcelain Tableware Service 108 Pieces 19th Century
The tableware is inspired by the
Category
Antique 19th Century European Baroque Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Murano Verbano Dinner Service, 20th Century
Located in PARIS, FR
MURANO VERBANO DINNER SERVICE, 20TH CENTURY
The Murano Verbano dinner service, originating from
Category
20th Century Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Murano Glass Goblet "Tipetto" Light Blue Octagonal Blown Glass, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy.
The drinking glass is made in hand-blown Murano glass.
It is vintage, therefore it
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Table Service for 11+ by Barovier e Toso
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Dallas, TX
) champagne stems, (2) candlesticks and (1) footed bowl in a vintage grape design of gold infused Murano glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Tableware
Materials
Blown Glass
Set of Six Multicolored Murano Glass Drinking Glasses by Vincenzo Nason, Italy
By Vincenzo Nason & Cie
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1990s.
This set of six glasses is made in Murano glass, which internally are ribbed
Category
1990s Italian Post-Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Art Deco Style Dessert Service for 6
Located in Miami, FL
Elegant Art Deco style Murano gelato/ice cream or dessert service set consisting of one large and 6
Category
20th Century Italian Art Deco Serving Bowls
Materials
Glass
Midcentury Bathroom Set Murano Glass Yellow Italian Design 1940s
Located in Palermo, IT
Elegant bathroom or toilet set in Murano glass in shades of yellow produced in Italy in the 1940s
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
No Reserve
H 1.38 in W 10.04 in D 2.96 in
Vintage Teal Murano Glass Cornucopia Vase by Archimede Seguso, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s.
Made in Murano glass.
It is a vintage piece, therefore it might show slight
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Set of Six Colored Hand Blown Murano Glass Flutes, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1980s.
These flutes are made in very thin Murano glass.
They can also be use as
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Post-Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Transparent Murano Glass Flutes with Colored Details, Italy, 1980s
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1980s.
These flutes are made in very thin Murano glass.
They can also be use as
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass Duck by La Murrina with Gold Leaf, Italy, 1990s
By La Murrina
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1990s.
This duck is made in Murano glass with gold leaf and murrines.
It has its
Category
1990s Italian Glass
Materials
Gold Leaf
Vintage Aquamarine Bullicante Murano Glass Ashtray - Trinket Bowl
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1960s.
Made in aquamarine bullicante Murano glass.
It is a vintage piece, therefore
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
Centerpiece Multiform Murano Glass Green Midcentury Italian Design 1970s
Located in Palermo, IT
Multiform centerpiece made of Murano glass green. Made in Italy in the 70s.
Weight: 1250 grams
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
No Reserve
H 5.91 in W 11.42 in D 12.21 in
Centerpiece Decorative Object Murano Glass Multiform Midcentury Italy 1970s
Located in Palermo, IT
Multiform centerpiece made of Sommerso Murano glass in shades of aubergine/violet and transparent
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
H 6.7 in W 15.56 in D 11.82 in
Vintage Set of Six Multicolored Murano Glass Drinking Glasses by Toso, Italy
By Aureliano Toso
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s.
Made in Murano glass.
It is a vintage set, therefore it might show slight
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers
Materials
Murano Glass
H 5.32 in W 3.55 in D 2.37 in
Midcentury Centerpiece Murano Glass Caramel Transparent Italian Design 1970s
Located in Palermo, IT
Stand/centrepiece of a particular shape made of Murano glass in the shade of caramel with
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
No Reserve
H 5.52 in W 12.6 in D 11.03 in
Postmodern Pair of Teal, Red and Gold Liqueur Glasses by Salviati, Murano, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1980s.
The drinking glasses are made in hand-blown Murano glass.
They are vintage
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
H 5.12 in Dm 1.97 in
Vintage Green and Orange Sommerso Murano Glass Vase by Flavio Poli, Italy
By Flavio Poli
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s.
This vase is made in Sommerso Murano glass, which has been hand blown with
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass, Sommerso
H 6.89 in W 2.76 in D 1.58 in
Centerpiece Murano Glass Sommerso Large Midcentury Italian Design 1970s
Located in Palermo, IT
Large and particular multiform centerpiece in Murano glass in shades of transparent, blue and wine
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass, Sommerso
No Reserve
H 3.55 in W 14.38 in D 11.42 in
Vintage Rusty Orange Sommerso Murano Glass Bowl / Centerpiece, Italy
By Flavio Poli
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
sommerso Murano glass that has been hand-modeled.
It is quite rare considering its measures.
This is a
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass, Sommerso
Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Yellow Bowl, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern murano glass yellow bowl, 1970s
Irregular shaped yellow bowl in Murano
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Metal
Ashtray Murano Glass Transparent Round Midcentury Italian Design 1970s
Located in Palermo, IT
Ashtray produced in Italy in the 70s.
The circular ashtray was made of transparent Murano glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
No Reserve
H 1.97 in Dm 7.09 in
Decorative Object Bowl Murano Glass Midcentury Italia Design 1960/70s
Located in Palermo, IT
Bowl in faceted, two-tone, transparent and honeyed Murano glass. The vibrant color makes this items
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
No Reserve
H 2.56 in W 9.06 in D 8.27 in
Centerpiece Murano Glass White Green Midcentury Italian Design 1970s
Located in Palermo, IT
makes it very fine.
The centerpiece was made of milky and green layered glass with a fishtail body
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
No Reserve
H 3.94 in W 16.54 in D 5.32 in
Centerpiece Murano Glass Attributable to Vittorio Zecchin Midcentury Italy 1940s
By Vittorio Zecchin
Located in Palermo, IT
Large centerpiece in honey-coloured blown Murano glass with podded bottom, circular body and flat
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
H 2.17 in Dm 23.63 in
Vintage Crimson and Blue Sommerso Murano Glass Vase attr. to Flavio Poli, Italy
By Flavio Poli
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1960s.
This vase is made in Sommerso Murano glass, which has been hand blown with
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass, Sommerso
H 11.82 in Dm 5.52 in
Vintage Green and Yellow Sommerso Murano Glass Vase attr. to Flavio Poli, Italy
By Flavio Poli
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s - 1960s.
This vase is made in Sommerso Murano glass, which has been hand
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass, Sommerso
H 10.24 in W 5.12 in D 3.15 in
Vintage Blue and Yellow Sommerso Murano Glass Vase attr. to Flavio Poli, Italy
By Flavio Poli
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1960s.
This vase is made in Sommerso Murano glass, which has been hand blown with
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass, Sommerso
H 11.26 in W 3.71 in D 2.09 in
Postmodern Set of Six Murano Glass Wine Glasses by Vittorio Zecchin, Italy
By Vittorio Zecchin
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy by Vittorio Zecchin, 1970s.
These six wine glasses are made in slight ribbed Murano
Category
Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Murano Glass
Ashtray Murano Glass Blue Transparent Midcentury Modern Italian Design 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
Imposing circular ashtray made of very thick Murano glass, in shades of electic blue and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
Ashtray Murano Glass Green Transparent Midcentury Modern Italian Design 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
Imposing circular ashtray made of very thick Murano glass, in shades of forest green and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
Stunning Vintage Green and Amber Murano Glass Centrepiece Vase, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s - 1960s.
This beautiful mid-Century modernist Murano glass centrepiece vase
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
Ashtray Vide-Poche Murano Glass Clown Midcentury Italian Design 1970s
Located in Palermo, IT
Very simpatic clown ashtray made of Murano glass in shades of bottle green, shocking pink, black
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
No Reserve
H 8.08 in W 5.52 in D 5.12 in
Centerpiece Murano Glass Large by Salviati Midcentury Italian Design 1970s
By Salviati
Located in Palermo, IT
centerpiece was made of transparent Murano glass with a spiral decoration in gold and white shades. Signature
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
Ashtray Murano Glass Sommerso Transparent Green Midcentury Italian Design 1970s
Located in Palermo, IT
Triangular shaped ashtray made of submerged Murano glass in shades of transparent, amber and green
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass, Sommerso
No Reserve
H 2.96 in W 9.18 in D 8.08 in
Vintage Black Murano Glass Ashtray - Trinket Bowl by Fratelli Toso
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s.
Made in polychrome Murano glass canes.
It is a vintage piece, therefore it
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Murano Glass Pitcher Vase with White and Transparent Canes
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s.
This pitcher vase is made in Murano glass and features transparent and white
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers
Materials
Murano Glass
Postmodern Renaissance style Murano Glass Cake Stand by La Murrina, Italy
By La Murrina
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1970s - 1980s.
This cake stand / pedestal bowl is made in Murano glass and features
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Renaissance Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
Italian Midcentury Murano Glass Vase of the Sommersi Series, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian midcentury Murano glass vase of the Sommersi series, 1950s
Vase of the I Sommersi series
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
Saint-Louis Crystal Service
Located in PARIS, FR
the comprehensive Murano Verbano table service, enhancing the overall appeal of your dining ensemble
Category
20th Century Glass
Materials
Crystal
Vintage Long Black and Transparent Murano Glass Centerpiece by Aureliano Toso
By Aureliano Toso
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Murano glass in 1970s.
It might show slight traces of use since it's vintage, but it can be
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
H 2.37 in W 28.75 in D 6.3 in
Vintage Monumental Transparent "A Mugnoni" Murano Glass Vase by Ercole Barovier
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1938.
This is a vase from the A Mugnoni series in transparent heavy blown glass
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
H 11.03 in Dm 13.39 in
Stunning Vintage Red, Orange and Yellow Sommerso Murano Glass Vase, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1960s.
This vase is made in red, orange and yellow sommerso Murano glass, a
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass, Sommerso
H 15.36 in W 5.91 in D 7.88 in
Ashtray Vide-Poche Flavio Poli Murano Glass Sommerso Midcentury Italy 1960s
By Flavio Poli
Located in Palermo, IT
was made of big thick submerged Murano glass in shades of wine with inverted edges.
Note: We try to
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
H 2.76 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Centerpieces Murano Glass Violet Transparent Midcentury Italy 1970s Set of 2
Located in Palermo, IT
single centerpiece has been made of Murano glass in shades of purple and transparent with leaf-effect
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
No Reserve
H 3.75 in Dm 20.87 in
Italian Mid-Century Blue Murano Glass Centerpiece with Golden Decoration, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
, 1960s.
Blue Murano glass centerpiece with golden decorations.
1960s.
This is a fantastic and decorative
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
H 3.55 in Dm 14.97 in
Ashtray Bowl Murano Glass Sommerso Attributed to Seguso Midcentury Italy 1960s
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Palermo, IT
Italy in the 60's/70's
The ashtray was made of Murano glass in shades of amber and pink with the famous
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass, Sommerso
No Reserve
H 2.37 in W 6.89 in D 6.3 in
Ashtray Barovier & Toso Murano Glass Bowl Sommerso Green Italian Design 1970s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Palermo, IT
. The ashtray of a fantastic organic floral shape, was made of Murano glass with the famous sommerso
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
No Reserve
H 1.97 in W 4.97 in D 5.52 in
Vintage Black and Multicolored Murano Glass Clown Trinket Bowl / Ashtray, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1960s.
A Murano glass clown bowl / ashtray, with a cased body.
The hands serve as
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
H 7.88 in W 5.52 in D 2.37 in
Ashtray Murano Glass Sommerso Ashtray Vide-Poche Blue Midcentury Italy 1970s
Located in Palermo, IT
of Murano glass with the famous "sommerso" technique, in shades of midnight blue and transparent with
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
No Reserve
H 3.55 in Dm 7.49 in
Ashtray Murano Glass Sommerso Attributed to Seguso Midcentury Modern Italy 1950s
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Palermo, IT
Archimede Seguso produced in the 1950s. The ashtray was made of blown Murano glass with the famous sommerso
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass, Sommerso
No Reserve
H 2.76 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Vintage Puce Sommerso Murano Glass Vase Ascribable to Poli for Seguso, Italy
By Flavio Poli, Seguso
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s.
This vase is made in Sommerso Murano glass, which has been blown in a fish
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
H 11.82 in W 11.03 in D 3.15 in
Stunning Double Color White and Pink Etched Murano Glass Vase, Italy, 1980s
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1980s.
This vase is made in etched transparent, white and pink Murano glass.
It is
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
H 9.26 in W 13.78 in D 9.06 in
Vintage Purple Murano Glass Ashtray-Catchall by Ercole Barovier mod. "Porpora"
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s.
Made in purple Murano glass with gold leaf. This is a piece of the "porpora
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Gold Leaf
Transparent Sommerso Murano Glass Vase by Hora P with Rhomboid Base, 1980s
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1980s.
This vase is made in Sommerso Murano glass and is signed by Hora P.
It is a
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass, Sommerso
H 11.42 in W 6.7 in D 3.94 in
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Murano Glass Services For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of murano glass services available for sale. Each of these unique murano glass services was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, blown glass and murano glass. Murano glass services have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Murano glass services made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made murano glass services over the years, but those made by Barovier&Toso and Murano Glass Sommerso are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Murano Glass Services?
Prices for murano glass services can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, murano glass services begin at $655 and can go as high as $7,972, while the average can fetch as much as $5,063.
Questions About Murano Glass Services
- What is Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Murano glass is colorful art glass primarily produced on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy. Artisans produce a variety of Murano glass decorative objects, including vases, lamps, candle holders, figurines, bowls and wine glasses. Shop a selection of Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- Why is it called Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023It is called Murano glass because of its place of origin. During the 13th century, artisans on the island of Murano in Venice, Italy, became famous for producing colorful glassware. Find a range of Murano glass from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Can Murano glass be clear?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Although Murano glass is usually brightly colored, there are a few varieties of clear Murano glass. Cristallo glass, which is achieved by a process of bleaching, is a type of clear Murano glass. Shop a range of antique and vintage Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- How can I identify Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. Find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano Aventurine is glass that has been decorated with a surface effect which resembles shimmering specks found in quartz. This technique was pioneered by Murano in the 17th century. On 1stDibs, find Murano glass products from top sellers around the world.
- Is Murano blown glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, Murano is blown glass. Artisans on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy, produce the colorful glassware through a unique process. Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century (the filigrana technique is as old as the 16th century). On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Murano glassware from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Is Murano glass valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Whether Murano glass is valuable depends on a variety of factors, including the type of piece and its condition. Artisans on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy, produce the colorful glassware through a unique process. Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century (the filigrana technique is as old as the 16th century). A certified appraiser can help you determine the value and authenticity of a particular piece. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Murano glassware.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano glass, from the Venetian island of Murano, is world-renowned for excellent craftsmanship and a wide variety of colors and decorations. The glassmakers of Murano use methods honed over centuries to create rich colors and designs by mixing different minerals during the process. Many examples contain gold and silver flecks inside the glass. You’ll find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Does Murano glass break?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Murano glass can break. Generally considered very durable, Murano glass is still made of glass and it is susceptible to breaks if it’s improperly handled or dropped. Known as some of the best glass produced in the world, unfortunately it can still break. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Where is Murano glass signed?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Authentic Murano glass often, but not always, includes labels with the name of the workshop, the signature of the glass master and a certificate of authenticity. To best determine if a Murano glass is authentic, look up the location of the factory found on the label. All authentic Murano glass is produced in Venice or Murano. Always purchase Murano glass from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Browse a selection of authentic Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- How is Murano glass marked?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024How Murano glass is marked varies. Some pieces feature a label, sticker or other mark that bears the name of the studio that produced them. Others may only have an artist's signature or be unmarked. However, Murano glass artisans rarely put the word "Murano" on their pieces, though you will often see the word on replicas. For assistance determining whether a particular piece is Murano, consult an expert appraiser or antiques dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Murano glass.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024Murano glass comes from Murano, an island located in the Venetian Lagoon to the north of Venice, Italy. Many people mistake the name Murano for that of a brand or company, but the term actually applies to glassware produced by a variety of makers. Fratelli Toso, Umberto Bellotto, the Salviati family, Ercole Barovier, Carlo Scarpa, Paolo Venini and Alfredo Barbini are just some of the glassblowers known for producing Murano glass. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Murano glass.
- 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021There is no real difference between Venetian glass and Murano glass. While both Venetian glass and Murano glass come from Murano Island, Venice is a more popular location than Murano, hence it is called widely as Venetian glass. You can use both search terms to find the best piece for you on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify genuine Murano glass, first check for the certificate of authenticity. Sometimes, but not always, there will be a label with the workshop and the signature of the maker on the piece. Shop a collection of authentic Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano glass is highly-coveted due to the glassblowing processes used to create each piece. Murano glass is known for its vivid color, handcrafted in Murano and Venice and a favorite among collectors and home interior decor enthusiasts. Browse a wide array of Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Whether Murano glass holds its value depends on a variety of factors, including how well it’s cared for as well as demand and supply. Antique Murano art glass can fetch thousands of dollars at auction depending on the brand, the history of the work, the technique used to design the piece and more. The first step in determining if your Murano glass object has held its value is determining its authenticity. To tell if a Murano glass vase is real, look for the name of the shop that produced it on the bottom. Then, use trusted online resources to determine if the workshop is in Murano, Italy. Bear in mind that authentic pieces normally do not have the word "Murano" on their labels. If you need assistance authenticating a particular vase, you may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer. Because it can be difficult to predict how the value of items will change over time, choose decorative objects that appeal to you. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Murano glassware from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if a glass rooster is Murano, you can look for markings and other details to try and determine the maker, but the best way to determine authenticity is to enlist the help of an antiques dealer or Murano glass expert. 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. Shop a collection of Murano glass pieces 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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