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Material: Murano Glass
Large Troncocono Vase in Red and Green by Carlo Moretti
Located in New York, NY
This vase sums up the essential qualities of stability, beauty, color, price and distinction of the Carlo Moretti brand. Red horizontal streaks on green and milk colored vertical str...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Crystal

Italian Vase in blown Murano Glass Blue and Silver finishes 1980s
Located in Villaverla, IT
Italian Vase in blown Murano Glass Blue and Silver finishes 1980s. Italian vase in Murano glass blue and silver, composed by a twisted striped base, in the middle from a striped sph...
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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass

Carlo Scarpa, 'Murrina del serpente' bowl, Venini 1940
Located in Zurich, CH
Carlo Scarpa, 'Murrina del serpente' bowl, 1940 Carlo Scarpa (1906-1978), 'Murrina del serpente' bowl, 1940 stylised serpent design in black, white and red with opaque murrine, cut s...
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1940s Vintage Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Pair of Murano Glass Vases by Lino Tagliapietra & Angelin, Effetre, Italy, 1986
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of beautiful and rare Italian glass vases from the 'Istria series' by Lino Tagliapietra and Marina Angelin for Effetre International, Murano, 1986. The vases are made of hand...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Postmodern White and Blue Cased Murano Glass Vase "Wave" by Carlo Moretti, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1970s. Made in cased Murano glass and labelled. It might show slight traces of use since it's vintage, but it can be considered as in excellent original condition and ...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Massive Sculpural Vase , decorative in "Sommerso" blue murano glass 70's signed
Located in Milano, IT
Murano Vase - Stand Alone Glass Sculpture - Murano Sommerso Large and heavy Murano vase in "Sommerso" glass. The peculiar technique, translating to "submerged", consists in joining ...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Fratelli Toso Murano Pink Blue Stripes Aventurine Italian Art Glass Flower Vase
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown pink and blue candy stripe and copper aventurine flecks Italian art glass flower vase. Documented to the Fratelli Toso company, circa 1950-60s. Th...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Venini Bianconi Murano Teal White Ribbons Italian Art Glass Fazzoletto Vase
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Filigrana stripes Italian art glass mini decorative fazzoletto handkerchief vase. Documented to designer Fulvio Bianconi, for the Venini Company, ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass

Hand Blown Murano Beveled Vase in Grey Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This fine Murano is a stunning example of contemporary glass artistry. Its faceted design, meticulously crafted by skilled artisans, captures light in a way that creates a mesmerizin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Large Salviati Murano glass green with gold circa 1930 vase.
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible SALVIATI Murano glass circa 1930 green with gold and pair of dolphins applied.
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Vintage Italian Midcentury Fluid Murano Vase in Green and Yellow Sommerso Glass
Located in Milano, IT
Stunning vintage glass vase dating to the Mid-Century Modern era and made in Murano, Italy with the "Sommerso" technique, where colored glass (in this case in a vibrant green-yellowi...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Glass Vase by Sandro Frattin/La Vetreria Artistica TFZ Int
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Unique Venetian glass piece of art made by La Vetreria Artistica TFZ Int., founded 1980 by Sandro Frattin. The original label is partially preserved.   
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Hand Blown Murano Supreme Vase in Black
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Introducing the Supreme Black Vase, a masterful blend of matte elegance and glossy sophistication. Handcrafted in Murano, Italy, this vase stands as a testament to centuries of exqui...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Art Nouveau Large Amphora Vase, Salviati Murano, Amber, Etched Floral Motifs
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Venetian early 20th century, age Art Nouveau, large amphora vase attributed Salviati Murano glass, amber color, etched with floral motifs.
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Hand Blown Murano Penta Vase in Onyx Black
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Introducing an exquisite piece of Murano glass artistry, this onyx black vase is a stunning example of contemporary elegance and timeless craftsmanship. Han...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Hand Blown Murano Vase Canetto in Tobacco
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Introducing the exquisite Canetto vase in tobacco. A pinnacle of luxurious craftsmanship designed for the most discerning of designers. This exquisite Murano glass masterpiece captur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Wonderful Mid Century Italian Murano White Opal Milk Large Art Glass Floor Vase
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Mid Century Italian Murano White / Opal / Milk Large Art Glass Floor Vase
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20th Century Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass, Murano Glass

Hand Blown Murano Olivia Vase in Crystal with 24 Karat Gold Flecks
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This excellent Murano is a testament to the timeless elegance and superior craftsmanship synonymous with Murano glass artistry. Handcrafted in Murano, Italy by a renowned glass blowe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Gold Leaf

Murano Dark Purple Pink White Swirling Ribbons Italian Art Glass Fazzoletto Vase
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful, vintage Murano hand blown deep purple (almost black), white and pink ribbons Italian art glass fazzoletto / handkerchief flower vase. Attributed to designer Dino Martens f...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Ribbon, Glass

21st Century Alessandro Mendini Gemello Murano Transparent Glass Vase Ocean Blue
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
21st century Alessandro Mendini, GEMELLO transparent vase, Murano glass. Purho continues to search for products with complementary shapes with the pair of Gemello and Gemella vases ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Set of 4 Ercole Barovier Rostrato Murano Italian Glass Vase for Barovier & Toso
Located in Roma, IT
Exquisite and unique rare set of 4 vases attributed to Ercole Barovier using the Rostrato glass technique. The set is sold in its entirety and comprises 4 pieces. Perfume pump:: h 13...
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1950s European Vintage Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Gino Cenedese 'a Scavo' Glass Vase with Fall Leaves
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Gino Cenedese 'A Scavo' glass vase with fall leaves A rare a Scavo glass vase manufactured by Vetreria Gino Cenedese ca. 1960s. Clear and grey glass with embe...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass, Murano Glass

Murano glass vase by Toni Zuccheri from the series "Membranes"
Located in Palermo, IT
Beautiful vase in white and colorless Murano glass by Toni Zuccheri for Venini. "Membrane" series. The vase is marked both at the top with "Venini" adhesive and at the bottom by engr...
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1970s Italian Vintage Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Glass, Murano Glass

Cenedese & Albarelli
Located in Lugo, IT
Vaso in vetro, produzione Cenedese & Albarelli, 1980 90. Possibile disegno di Maurizio Albarelli. Etichetta e firma a punta Ottime condizioni. Grazie
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Cenedese & Albarelli
Cenedese & Albarelli
$3,699 Sale Price
20% Off
Midcentury Murano Glass Vase Green Gold Trust Inside 1950s Venini Attributed
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Midcentury Murano glass vase green gold trust inside 1950s Venini attributed.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Centerpiece, blown glass fruit bowl signed Carlo MORETTI. Italy 1970s
Located in Torino, IT
Centerpiece, fruit bowl blown glass signed Carlo MORETTI. ORIGIN Italy PERIOD 1970s MARK Charles MORETTI Established in 1958 by brothers Carlo and Giovanni Moretti, it is a unique...
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1970s Italian Vintage Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Vase Bottle Flavio Poli for Seguso Design 1960s Murano Art Glass Corroso Model
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Vase bottle Flavio Poli for Seguso design 1960s Murano Art Glass Corroso model.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

21st Century Federico Peri Cilindro Small Glossy Vase Murano Glass Deep Blue
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
Cilindro Small Glossy-Transparent vase, Murano glass, by Federico Peri, 21st century. Cilindro is a vase from the Essentials collection designed by Federico Peri for Purho in spring 2021. Created from the starting-point of an oval and conical hollow glass cylinder, Cilindro is distinguished by its mouth marked by a pronounced round shaping created during the raw processing when the glass is still white-hot. An apparent irregularity which dignifies the lines and gives character to the final product. Cilindro is available in two sizes, Large and Small, in both glossytransparent and satin-shaded...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Small Bubble Vase 1940 Murano Glass Attributed to Barovier Air Bubbles Inside
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Small bubble vase 1940 Murano glass attributed to Barovier Air bubbles inside.
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Fratelli Toso Murano Red Pink White Flower Murrine Italian Art Glass Ewer Cruet
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful, vintage Murano hand blown white flower Millefiori Murrina with on red / dark pink Italian art glass mosaic ewer, cruet. Documented to the Fratelli Toso company. The flower...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine

Green and Gold Murano Glass Handled Pitcher with Diagonal Fluting
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Green and gold murano glass handled pitcher with diagonal fluting.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

White Swirl Murano Vase, Mouth Blown, Extra Large Vase
Located in Vienna, AT
White Swirl Murano vase, mouth blown, extra large vase, good condition.
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1970s Vintage Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Small I Cinesi Vase in Orange by Carlo Moretti
Located in New York, NY
By putting three layers of glass on one another in three distinct moments colored opaque glass, clear crystal and colored crystal one achieves the amazing effect of a material that plays with the light and changes thickness, consistency and chromatic effect. Two-colored objects...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Crystal

Hand Blown Murano Spiral Vase Frosted Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite vase is a masterpiece of contemporary design, embodying the timeless elegance of Murano glass craftsmanship. Each vase is meticulously hand-blown by skilled artisans, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Red and White Italian Glass Vessel Vase in Murano Style Glass Italy 20th Century
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Large mid-20th century Italian glass vase, bears an original label reading "Opalina Fiorentina" and "Made in Italy". Measures 17.5" tall, and 6' in ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Glass, Murano Glass

Hand Blown Murano Wide Taper Vase in Olive
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Introducing a true masterpiece that seamlessly marries contemporary elegance with time-honored craftsmanship. Its exquisite form, inspired by the delicate facets of cut gemstone, cap...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Hand Blown Murano Taper Wide Vase in Rust
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite vase, with its deeply rich amber hue, is a true marvel of craftsmanship. The multifaceted surface creates a mesmerizing dance, reflecting a warm, inviting glow that en...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Small Eclissi Vase in Red, Ivory, and Grey by Carlo Moretti
Located in New York, NY
The alternating interplay between transparent and opaque colors and Murano crystal give this fattened sphere the identity of Carlo Moretti. A sequence of ivory streaks bound together...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Crystal

Sommerso vase made of faceted Murano glass in reddish violet
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR
Here is a wonderful Venetian glass vase, made on the island of Murano, near Venice, Italy. Several Murano factories have made sommerso glassware in this faceted style
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Set of Three "Fazzoletto" Murano Glass Vases by Venini, Italy, 1950s
Located in Milan, IT
Amazing set of three Fazzoletto vases by Venini. Size refers to the biggest piece.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Murano glass Vase
Located in Warszawa, PL
signed blue vase with gold elements perfect condition Murano
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Vintage Glass Vase Sommerso by Flavio Poli, Italy, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage glass vase Sommerso by Flavio Poli in 1970s. Murano Glass. Measures: 64x16 cm. Good conditions.
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Late 20th Century Italian Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

large red 21cm Murano Glass Sommerso Cube Vase Flavio Poli Attr., Italy, 1970
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Murano glass vase Origin: Murano, Italy Design: Flavio Poli attributed. Decade: 1970s This original vintage glass vases was designed by Fla...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Murano Glass Vase With Gold Accents, Early 20th Century - Italy ca. 1930
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Absolute rare 20th century Murano glass vase from the period around 1930 in Italy. Early murano pieces in such great original condition like this one are really hard to find nowadays...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Vetreria Fratelli Toso Millefiori Murrine Vase, Murano Early 20th Century
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vetreria Fratelli Toso Millefiori Murrine Vase, Murano Early 20th Century A very large murrine glass vase with applied handles, manufactured by...
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Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine

Large Murano Glass Mazzega 1970s Jug Vase Transparent and Brown Stripe, Italy
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Large Murano glass Mazzega 1970s jug vase transparent and brown stripe, Italy.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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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...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass, Murano Glass

Fratelli Toso Murano Pink Green Ribbons Large Italian Art Glass Fazzoletto Vase
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful, and large, vintage Murano hand blown pink and green Zanfirico ribbons Italian art glass sculptural handkerchief / fazzoletto flower vase. Documented to the Fratelli Toso c...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Hand Blown Murano Poker Vase in Onyx Black
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Transform your living space into a realm of sophistication with this outstanding Murano, a testament to luxury and high-end craftsmanship. Its pitch-black surface emanates an aura of...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Seguso Murano 1950s Coral Red Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Flower Basket Vase
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Rare and beautiful, large vintage Murano hand blown coral red and gold flecks Italian art glass flower basket / vase. Documented to designer Archimede Seguso, circa 1952. A similar p...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Gold Leaf

Murano glass vase by VeArt, 1980
Located in Palermo, PA
Murano glass vase by VeArt, 1980. This vase features exquisite detailing, with a striking black base adorned with a detailed pattern of silver and purple. The colors shift depending ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Geometric Murano Vase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Memphis group inspired Murano glass vase, with a large dark blue cone shaped top infused with silver flecks, a round light blue disk, and a black dome shaped base / Made in Italy in ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Geometric Murano Vase
Geometric Murano Vase
$840 Sale Price
30% Off
21st Century Italian Single Modern Murano Glass Vase by Studio Salvadore
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Modern Italian single vase made of hand-blown Murano glass, designed by produced by Studio Salvadore in good condition. The décor piece is enhanced ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass, Smoked Glass

Postmodern Multicolored Murano Glass Vase by Ottavio Missoni, Italy 1980s
Located in Catania, CT
Multicolored blown Murano glass designed by Ottavio Missoni and produced during the 80s in excellent vintage condition with normal trace of age and use. No cracks or chips.  
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Cenedese Tall Blue Vintage Italian Murano Glass Urn, Vase or Jar
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Wonderful tall light blue urn by Cenedese Vetri of Murano, Italy. A fun, funky and bright way to add a touch of bold colour / color to your interior - i...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Postmodern Murano Glass Leaf Trinket Bowl / Vide-Poche by Alfredo Barbini, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1970s. This trinket bowl / vide-poche is designed by Alfredo Barbini and it is made in light blue and transparent Murano glass with lines obtained from a mold and then...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Cenedese Large Bright Yellow Vintage Italian Murano Art Glass Vase
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Cenedese rare bright yellow vintage midcentury Murano glass vase or vessel, made in Venice, Italy, circa 1970-1990. Particularly striking is the form and large size, this vessel has all the characteristics of hand thrown pottery with the unmistakable look and feel of glass. A fun, funky and bright way to add a touch of bold color / color to your interior, imagine glass like this on open, white...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Empoli Vase with Handles Italian Craftsmen of Florence
Located in Verviers, BE
Made by the Italian craftsmen of Empoli, Florence The carefully crafted details add flowing organic motifs and act as a handle to ensure they can be safely carried. The large, usable vase provides a solid pitcher form suitable for a few tall flowers...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

New Murano Glass XL Dark Green Battuto Perfume Bottle
Located in Troy, MI
New and made in Italy by an unknown Murano glass maker, this perfume bottle is 18” tall with the stopper on and 5.5” diameter. Heavy, dark bottle ...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Hand Blown Murano Facet Thick Vase in Clear
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Introducing one of the crowned jewels of our showroom, a marvel of craftsmanship and a beacon of pure refinement; this extraordinary piece, with its intricate facets and crystalline ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Murano Glass Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Uncover Rare Finds: Authentic Vintage Murano Glass Vases and Vessels for Sale on 1stDibs

Immerse yourself in the world of authentic vintage Murano glass vases and vessels, which elevate any dining setting with their dramatic colors. The collection of Murano glass decorative objects on 1stDibs includes 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 vase or vessel is unique. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and irregular shapes due to the freeform creation process. This glass introduces dazzling hues 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.

Find authentic antique and vintage Murano glass vases and vessels on 1stDibs.

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