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Material: Murano Glass
Filigrana Vase Murano Art Glass Multi-Color Venini Style 1960s Italian Design
By Venini
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Filigrana Vase Murano Art Glass Multi-color Attributed to Venini 1960s Italian design.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Spotted Jet Black & Clear Glass Box w/ Brass Fitting
Located in New York, NY
This chic and sophisticated Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Glass Box in Spotted Jet Black & Clear Glass W/Brass Fittings originates from Italy during the 21st Century. Features a rectil...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Italian Red & White Murano Incamiciato Glass Bowl by Carlo Moretti, 1959
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This medium-sized bowl was made in Italy by Franco and Carlo Moretti in 1959. It belongs to a collection of boxes, flutes, vases and bowls made of sandblasted and incamiciato glass o...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Carlo Scarpa (Italy, 1906-1978), "Battuto" vase, mouth blown glas, Italy, 1942
By Venini, Carlo Scarpa
Located in Zurich, CH
Carlo Scarpa (Italy, 1906-1978), "Battuto" vase, 1942, mouth blown glass and general facet cut, acid mark on base reads "Venini Murano", height ca. 18.5 cm.
Excellent condition.
Category
1940s Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass Paperweight by A. Seguso, Italy, 1960s
Located in Palermo, PA
This fantastic spherical paperweight is made of hand-blown Murano glass and features air bubbles trapped within. A rare piece, it was designed for a special occasion in Italy during ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano glass Millefiori dish in multicolor murrine ø 13 cm
Located in Murano, IT
Ercole Moretti dishes emerge from a perfect fusion of innovative design and artistic craftsmanship, offering a touch of luxury for any occasion. This plate is handmade with a techniq...
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21st Century and Contemporary Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Handshake, a Post-War Lattimo Art Glass Sculpture by Fulvio Bianconi for Venini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An exceptionally rare figurine by Fulvio Bianconi for Venini & Co.
Referred to as 'Handshake', the model consists of a gloved hand with a scalloped cuff shaking hands with a naked...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid-Century Murano Sommerso Glass Bowl - Red/ Orange Tones, Italy ca. 1960
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Very decorative large Murano glass bowl out of the renown workshops in Italy from the mid century period around 1960/70. Impressing with its extraordinary shape - just see the gorgeo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Fratelli Toso Murano Opalescent Pink Bubbles Italian Art Glass Flower Vase
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown opalescent pink and controlled bubbles Italian art glass flower vase. Documented to the Fratelli Toso company. It still retains two original label...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Opaline Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
Pair of Roosters, Italy, 1980s
Located in Roma, IT
Pair of roosters handmade in Murano glass, Italy 1980s.
Dimensions of the two roosters: 1) height 27.5 cm, width 20 cm, diameter 6 cm, depth 10 cm. 2) height 26 cm, width 19 cm, base...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Modern Italian Pair of Gold Honeycomb Murano Glass Organic Round Vases
Located in New York, NY
Can also be purchased individually - A set of two Venetian decorative vases, in blown Murano glass, worked with pure 24k gold, the body in a textured gla...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Organic Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold
Important Ermanno Nason for Cenedese Pink Italian Murano Glass Centrepiece Vase
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Stunning, rare and important vintage midcentury centre vase / vessel by Ermanno Nason for Cenedese Vetri of Murano, Italy. An absolutely stunning piece of Mid-Century Murano glass - particularly striking is it's elegant form and pink color/colour.
A extremely rare opportunity to be the new custodian and owner of this rare vessel which is, in our opinion, a real museum piece.
Dimensions are:
Height = 26.4cm, Width (ear to ear) = 10..3cm & Depth (nose to back of head...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Glass Handkerchief "Fazzoletto" Red and Transparent Venini, 1960s
By Venini
Located in Villaverla, IT
Murano glass Handkerchief "Fazzoletto", red and transparent, Venini, 1960s.
This Handkerchief is a timeless piece of Murano glass design. Attributed to Venini, it was entirely handc...
Category
1960s Italian Art Deco Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Cut Glass, Art Glass, Glass
Venini Vase 'Fazzoletto' in red, Venice Murano 1950s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Venini Vase 'Fazzoletto' in red, Venice Murano 1950s
A vintage fazzoletto (handkerchief) vase in transparent red glass. Manufactured ca. 1950s by Venini...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Vintage Orange Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Birds on Branch Sculpture
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown orange, controlled bubbles and gold flecks Italian art glass birds on tree branch sculpture. Attributed to de...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Leaf
Murano Opal Teal Blue Italian Art Glass Round Cylinder Flower Vase with Label
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Priced Per Vase (3 vases available). Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown teal blue over opalescent white Italian art glass flower vase. Documented to the designer Galliano Ferro for ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass, Glass
Mid-20th Century Modern Italian Frosted Murano Glass Scavo Bowl by A. Barbini
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-20th century Modern italian frosted Murano glass decorative scavo bowl by Alfredo Barbini
By: Alfredo Barbini
Material: glass, Murano glass, art glass
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
Napoleone Martinuzzi , Two Cactus in Murano iridescent Fume Vamsa Attribution
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Tare pair of two glass cactus in an iridescent Fume finish. This design is a classic design by Napoleone Martinuzzi.
Update: One leaf on the large cactus snapped and was glued in pla...
Category
1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
Luciano Gaspari Salviati Murano Smoky Green Italian Art Glass Abstract Sculpture
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown clear smoky gray color with green paint stroke Italian art glass sculpture on base. Documented to designer Luciano Gaspari for the Salviati compan...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass
Vintage Italian Murano Red and Clear Sommerso Glass Bowl, Dish or Ashtray
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Antonio da Ros for Cenedese (attributed) heavy vintage Italian Murano glass bowl or ashtray, circa 1960-1970. Utilizing the Sommerso technique this heavy piece of glass features two ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass
Giant Flavio Poli Bowl in Faceted Murano Glass in the Shape of a Diamond, Italy
By Flavio Poli
Located in Roma, IT
A monumental bowl of giant faceted Murano glass with giant glass dimensions. Faceted diamond shape and large size. Attributed to Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri d'Arte. Useful as a bowl...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
A.Ve.M. Murano Pink Millefiori Silver Flecks Italian Art Glass Flower Vase
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Priced per item (2 vases available as shown). Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown soft pink, silver flecks and large millefiori murrines Italian art g...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver Leaf
Italian Clear Murano Glass Fish Sculpture by Seguso
By Seguso
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1970’s Italian clear murano glass fish sculpture by Seguso.
In good original vintage condition no chips,
Some scratches on the underside of base.
They might be able to be polished...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage "Ritagli vase" by Fulvio Bianconi for Venini, 1993 limited edition
Located in Zurich, CH
Designed by Fulvio Bianconi for Venini
Blown handmade vase with colored inserts
Transparent blown glass can either be clear or colored by the addition of small quantities of metal ox...
Category
1990s Italian Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
A Large Soffiato Glass Vase by Galliano Ferro, Murano ca. 1950s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A Large Soffiato Glass Vase by Galliano Ferro, Murano ca. 1950s
A large art glass vase manufactured by Galliano Ferro and most probably designed by Giorigio Ferro or Vinicio Vianell...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Gambaro Poggi Orange Purple Italian Art Glass Snail Figurine Paperweight
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown bright orange, yellow and lavender Italian art glass snail figurine / sculpture. The piece is documented to the Gambaro & Poggi company, with an o...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Opaline Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
Dino Martens Murano Variegato 1954 Aurene Iridescent Italian Art Glass Bird Bowl
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Large and rare, vintage Murano hand blown red and amber color threads decoration with iridescent surface Italian art glass rooster shape sculptural bird bowl. Documented to designer ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Leaf
Hand Blown Murano Studded Vase Frosted
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This vase is a sophisticated masterpiece of Murano glass artistry. Handcrafted in Italy, this vase features a unique opal cloudy glass base, with eye-catching clear glass skillfully ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Mandruzzato Murano Pair Of "Sommerso "Colored Glass Vases
By Mandruzzato
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest that you read the whole description, as with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects.
The pair consists of two massive and linear Murano...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Italian Bowl in Murano Glass Amber and Gold
Located in Villaverla, IT
Elegant Italian Venetian bowl in Murano glass amber and gold with a very fantastic shape in very excellent original condition, circa 1980s.
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Large Vase of the 'Pesanti' Series, Paolo Venini for Venini, Murano 1952
By Paolo Venini, Venini
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A large vase in thick amethyst glass with circular decoration on the neck. Designed by Paolo Venini in 1952, manufactured by Venini, Murano Venezia. Model number 1522. Acid stamp "ve...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Italian Murano Glass Artistic Sculpture Attributed to Tagliapietra, 1990s
Located in Villaverla, IT
Italian Murano Glass Artistic Sculpture Attributed to Tagliapietra, 1990s.
This is an amazing sculpture realized with transparent Murano glass and ...
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1990s Italian Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Cut Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass, Glass
Brenda: Handmade Unique Murano Glass Vase
Located in Murano, VE
Introducing the stunning Brenda Glass Vase, a true masterpiece handcrafted in the heart of Murano, Italy.
The elegant interplay of transparencies and the distinctive balloton textu...
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2010s Italian Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass Vintage Frame in the style of Venini
By Venini
Located in Austin, TX
Murano glass photo frame with brass detailing attributed to Venini. This vintage piece has a ribbon of blue glass fused within the clear glass in the sommerso technique. The frame ha...
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Extra Large 3, 6kg Sommerso Bowl Murano Vetri Glass by Cenedese, Italy, 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Murano glass shell element
Producer:
Cenedese Vetri
Origin:
Murano, Italy
Decade:
1970s
This original glass shell was produced in the 1970s i...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Great Murano Bottle Corroded Italian Design Green 1960s Seguso Attributed
By Seguso
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Great murano bottle corroded Italian design green 1960s Seguso attributed.
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Large Blue an Green Murano Glass Object by Stefano Toso, 1990's
By Stefano Toso
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Beautiful deep blue and green colored Murano glass object.
Fabricated by Stefano Toso in the 90's, Venetia Italy.
This stunning rectangle glass item has been hand-blown with traditional techniques dating back to the 13th century.
It is in very good condition, just one tiny chip on the brim of the back side (see picture).
It is originally marked with "S Toso...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Italian Murano Glass Art Dish by Seguso
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980’s Italian Scavo Murano glass art dish by Seguso. Hand signed (see detail photos).
Measurements: 6.5” wide, 6” deep, 2.5” high.
Category
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Seguso Murano Sommerso Green Italian Art Glass Sculptural Seashell Dishes, Salts
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful set of three vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso green Italian art glass sculptural seashell ring dishes / master salt set. Documented to designer Ar...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Glass
Seguso Mid-Century Modern Large Textured Italian Green Murano Glass Vase 1980s
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Absolutely stunning and rare Seguso large, heavy vintage Mid-Century Modern textured Italian glass vase by Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano, Italy, circa 1980s / early 1990s. Elegant in fo...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Set of 6 Yellow Handmade Unique Goto Murano Drinking Glasses
Located in Murano, VE
The Murano Glass Goto collection brings a piece of authentic Italian art to your dining table. Hand-blown with artistic expertise, these glasses are inspired by the traditional Venet...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
A Large and Heavy Murano Hand Blown Murrine Glass Vase w/ Shaped Top
Located in Norton, MA
A Large and Heavy Murano Hand Blown Murrine Glass Vase, colorful artwork with a shaped top.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Leaf
Cenedese 1950's Cobalt Blue Murano Glass Hinged Box
By Cenedese
Located in North Miami, FL
An Italian 1950's cobalt blue Murano glass hinged box with simple and elegant rectangular design and decorated metal edge detail by Giovanni Cenedese, Murano Italy.
Category
1950s Italian Art Deco Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Sommerso Copper Aventurine Blue Green Italian Art Glass Bear Sculpture
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown heavy copper aventurine, with green and blue accents Italian art glass bear sculpture / figure. The teddy bear is nicely sculpted with a very cute...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
Fratelli Toso Murano White Sapphire Blue Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Oval Bowl
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown white with sapphire blue rim and gold flecks Italian art glass decorative bowl. Attributed to the Fratelli Toso company. The piece has an oval sha...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Leaf
Mid-Century Ruby Hand-Blown Pear Form Murano Glass Dish w/ 24K Gold Flecks
Located in New York, NY
-This Mid-Century Modernist Murano Glass Dish was made in Italy, Circa 1960. Hand Blown in a deep ruby hued glass with a subtle impression and single lip detail that shape the piece,...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century Rooster and Hen Seguso Murano Glass Colorful Sculpture, Italy
By Seguso
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-20th century Modern rooster and hen Seguso Murano glass colorful sculpture, Italy
By: Seguso
Material: glass, Murano glass, art glass
Technique: ca...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
Large vase ''Opalino'' Venini, Murano, 1992
By Venini
Located in Zurich, CH
Large vase ''Opalino'' Venini, Murano, 1992 Colorless glass, with white opal and violet undertones. Marked in vibro-engraving: venini 92. Original label of the manufactory. H. 36 cm
...
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1990s Italian Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass Handkerchief Draped Bowl in Pink Green and Pearlized Finish
By Murano 5
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Beautiful large transparent Murano glass vessel. The rim of this piece is scalloped in varying heights. Giving the illusion of a draped piece of cloth. The colors are spectacular. Wi...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Hand Blown Murano Vase in Emerald Green with Bubbles
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Drawing inspiration from the lush landscapes and serene waters surrounding Venice, the Pois Green Murano vase embodies a sense of natural elegance and tranquility. The rich emerald h...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Hand-Blown Murano Modern Bowl Large in Onyx Black
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This magnificent hand-blown Murano bowl in onyx black is a versatile piece that embodies both luxury and functionality, crafted with the utmost precision by Murano’s finest artisans....
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
20th Century Italian Design Murano Artistic Glass Red Vase
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Refined artistic glass vase, Italy, production 1970s Murano. Not signed. High quality artistic craftsmanship hand-blown glass in shades of red This vase was made with a particular te...
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1970s Italian Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Contemporary Italian Murano Glass Silver Gold Colorful Mosaic Panel Sculpture
By Vévé Glass
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary modern Murano Art glass sculpture, a decorative panel displayed on a dark grey iron base, realized as a colorful Mosaic, grey, yellow, burgundy, white and black murrine, aqua blue, amethyst purple glass...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vienna Secession Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver Leaf, Gold Leaf, Iron
Hand Blown Murano Vase Gomitolo in Tourmaline Green Extra Tall
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This extra tall, elegant Murano glass vase epitomizes modern sophistication while celebrating the rich heritage of traditional glass-blowing techniques. Standing as a testament to Murano’s master artisans, its unique, twisted design gracefully spirals around the body, creating a mesmerizing interplay of light and shadow. Rich hints of tourmaline green...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass Hand Sculpture Signed Vistosi, Italy
By Vistosi
Located in Rome, IT
Big elegant sculpture in Murano glass in the shape of a human hand by the Italian artist Vistosi. His signature is engraved on the bottom of the sculpture as shown in pictures.
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Fratelli Toso Murano Red Aventurine Candy Cane Italian Art Glass Flower Vase
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Only 1 Left! Beautiful vintage Murano handblown red over white, and aventurine Italian art glass flower vase. Documented to the Fratelli Toso Company. Published in their book (last p...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass
Late 20th Century Pair of Transparent Murano Art Glass with Applications Vases
By Costantini
Located in Firenze, Tuscany
Late 20th century pair of stunning transparent Murano art glass vases with transparent Murano glass applications to be put on the entrance or in any collector's showcase.
Hand signed...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Hand Blown Murano Glass Box with 24 Karat Gold Flecks and Brass Fittings
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Murano Glass Jewelry Box in Crystal with 24 Karat Gold Flecks embodies elegance and sophistication with its timeless design and luxurious m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Gold Leaf
Authentic Antique and Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects for Sale
The collection of antique and vintage Murano glass decorative objects on 1stDibs includes authentic Murano glass vases, bottles, bowls, sculptures and more.
These objects are made of Murano glass, named for the Venetian island of Murano, where glassmaking has been practiced for centuries, using a variety of artisanal processes. The glass 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. This glass introduces dazzling pops of colors and provocative forms to your dining table, and mid-century Murano glass is particularly sought after by today’s collectors.
One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century. While Murano glass is traditionally known for being blown glass, there are also Murano glass beads and mosaics, and the art of Venetian glassblowing has seen a range of different techniques evolve over the course of its long history. These techniques include calcedonio, millefiori and more, and enameling and gilding are also practiced at the furnaces. The celebrated filigrana technique is as old as Renaissance-era Italy, with origins in the 16th century.
This striking chandelier was created using the rigadin technique, which involves blowing the glass into a special bronze mold with grooves that leave an imprint on its molten surface, resulting in either decorative swirls or a ribbed effect.
There are many Murano glassmakers who have gained renown all over the world.
Ercole Barovier left an indelible mark on the world of Italian modernist glassmaking, for example — his vibrant use of color and exploration of innovative techniques yielded glass vases, chandeliers and other lighting and decorative objects that stand out in any interior many decades later. Barovier’s manufactory was eventually renamed Barovier & Toso, a name under which the company still operates today.
Archimede Seguso, whose company was later renamed Seguso Vetri D’Arte, redefined a 650-year family history of Murano glass-making with brilliance and novel techniques, elevating him to an exemplar for the maestros of his time as well as for future generations of glassmakers.
Founded in 1921 by Milanese lawyer Paolo Venini and antiques dealer Giacomo Cappellin, Venini & Co. played an important role in pairing forward-thinking modernist designers with skilled glassblowers. In Venini’s early years, the firm was led by visionary art directors Napoleone Martinuzzi and Vittorio Zecchin, and would eventually collaborate with Gio Ponti, Massimo Vignelli and Finnish designer Tapio Wirkkala. In 1925, Venini earned the Grand Prix at the International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts — the design fair that introduced the Art Deco style to the world.
The story of Salviati glass, which supported the revival of Venice’s flagging Murano glass industry in the 19th century, began with Vicenza-born lawyer and entrepreneur Antonio Salviati whose love of Murano glass art and mosaics inspired him to establish his own mosaic and glass manufacturing firm.
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