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Material: Murano Glass
Pair of Brass and Murano Glass Wall Sconces by Doria, Germany, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful pair of midcentury wall sconces with ice glasses, made by Doria Leuchten, Germany, manufactured, circa 1960-1969. High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, well-wi...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Maestoso Sconce by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with clear hand blown crystals cut to three points in Triedri technique, mounted on back plate and hardware in polished nickel finish / Designed by Fabio Bergomi f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Nickel

Maestoso Sconce by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with clear hand blown crystals cut to three points in Triedri technique, mounted on back plate and hardware in polished nickel finish / Designed by Fabio Bergomi f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Murano Glass Light Green Color Italian Wall Light and Sconces, 2000
Located in Rome, IT
Very original Murano glass wall lamp with a very elongated design of the glass half shell and a unique light green color. The applique is made up of a gold colored metal structure t...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Murano Glass Smoked Color Italian Wall Light and Sconces, 2000
Located in Rome, IT
Very original Murano glass wall lamp with a very elongated design of the glass half shell and a unique smoked color. The applique is made up of a gold colored metal structure to whi...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Mazzega Corner Wall Lighting Glass Murano Unique , Italy 1970
Located in DÉNIA, ES
Mazzega Corner wall lighting with large leaves glass Murano with brass structure. Special Order VIP provenance IBIZA discount shipping * private quote option The Design and t...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Barovier Murano Glass Rectangular Vanity Sconce
Located in New York, NY
1 rectangular form sconce with gold glass inclusions and brass fittings. Rewired for use in the USA. Sconce utilizes four candelabra type bulbs.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Italian Organic Bespoke Ball Flower Brass Sconce with 3 Murano Glass Spheres
Located in New York, NY
Elegant minimalistic organic sconce resembling a Craspedia bunch of flowers. Both delicate and modern, perfect for home and office, hallways, powder rooms and bedrooms, to illuminate...
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Pair of Murano glass wall sconces by Ottavio Missoni for Zonca, 1980s
Located in Bastia Umbra, IT
Pair of green and blue murano glass wall sconces by Ottavio Missoni for Zonca, 1980s. The dark gray metal frame designed by Ottavio Missoni, and made by "ARTE VETRO MURANO" for Zonca...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Four Sergio Terzani Phantom Gold Inclusions Wall Sconces
Located in Antwerp, BE
Four wall lamps designed by Jean-François Crochet for Terzani, in Italy, during the 1980's. These lamps are made of handcrafted metal with a dark finish and a gold inclusion glass shade.The highlight of the lamp is its unique shape - the metal was artfully bent and forms the focus of this work of art with the glass. The Phantom Wall Lamp was designed by Jean-Francois Crochet for the manufacturer Terzani. Jean-Francois Crochet was born in France in 1949. His work can be seen in famous nightclubs in Montreal, such as Le Tiffany...
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20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Murano art glass. Single wall lamp. Italy, 1980s.
Located in Caprino Veronese, VR
Beautiful single wall lamp from the 1980s made of clear Murano glass with gold inclusions, wonderful ribbed work, great style. The lamp is fixed to the wall with a white lacquered me...
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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Midcentury Murano Glass Squared Ceiling Light or Sconce by Leucos, Italy 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful squared ceiling light or sconce in white murano glass with a fused clear and red glass border detail by Leucos. Made in Italy in the 1970s. It uses 2 bulbs. ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Big Table Lamp by Gino Vistosi, Italy, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Big Table Lamp is a  design item realized in the 1970s, attributed to Gino Vistosi for Moda Luce. Murano glass lamp A beautiful design lamps to be collect!
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1970s Italian Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

XL Murano Glass Wall Fixture, Italy, 1980
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Wonderful multi colored Murano glass Light fixture manufactured in Murano, Italy 1980. With certification of originality (see images). In very good vintage condition. Each light re...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Single Large Murano Glass Wall Sconce by Barovier & Toso, Italy, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Single Large Murano wall light made by Barovier & Toso, Italy, circa 1970-1979. High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, well-wired and ready to use. The sconce requires 2 x...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Eleven Modern Shell Murano Glass Wall Lamps
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Thirteen shell-shaped Murano glass wall lamps. They have been rewired and each lamp has two sockets with E27 or E 26 for the USA. The price is each and the shipping cost is calculate...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Iron

One of the Four Large Gilt Brass Faceted Crystal Sconces Wall Lights Kinkeldey
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 4 luxurious pair of gold-plated frames and thick diamond crystal sconces by the famed maker, Kinkeldey. Very elegant light fixtures, comfortable with all decor periods. The ...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Venini Wall Light, Curved Crystal Glass and Gilt Brass, Italy
Located in Rijssen, NL
A beautiful and impressive Venini wall light, curved crystal glass and gilt brass, Italy. The chandelier is made of curved crystal Murano glasses in different lengths. The flush mou...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Murano Glass Torcello Wall Sconce
Located in London, GB
The Torcello sconce, like the Elba Sconce takes its inspiration from the Brutalist era of the 20th century. Consisting of three types of handcrafted Murano glass, with silver leaf an...
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2010s Italian Brutalist Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Huge wall lamp by Angelo Brotto for Esperia, Italy 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Introduce a statement piece to your interior with the imposing wall lamp designed by Angelo Brotto for Esperia in Italy during the 1970s. This substantial fixture embodies the essenc...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Mid-century Venini Murano patchwork wall appliques 'Cheerio'-8x pieces available
Located in SON EN BREUGEL, NL
A fabulous Venini Murano patchwork wall lamps 'Cheerio'. Venini's masterful craftsmanship! Beautifully textured glass in various colors. Mounted on a ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

1970s Space Age Murano Glass Round Wall Sconces by Mazzega
Located in Aci Castello, IT
These wall sconces or ceiling lights designed and manufactured in the Seventies by Mazzega encapsulate the essence of the era's design aesthetics. These sconces represent a fusion of innovation, artistic flair, and functionality that characterized the Space Age design movement. Crafted by Mazzega, a renowned Italian glassmaking company, these sconces boast Murano glass, which is celebrated for its quality and beauty. The use of clear, brown, and yellow hues in the glass reflects the color palette prevalent during the 1970s, evoking a sense of warmth and vibrancy. The round shape of the sconces adds a touch of modernity and sophistication to any space. The integration of glass in the sconces not only serves as a practical lighting solution but also doubles as an exquisite decorative element. With their distinctive design, the 1970s Space Age clear brown and yellow Murano Glass Round Wall Sconces...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Frosted Murano Sconces, 3 Available
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with frosted Murano glass shade decorated with amber details mounted on black metal structure / Made in Italy by Lampe, early 21st Century Measures: Height 11 inch...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

"Selle" Sconces by La Murrina, 5 Available
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall lights with vintage 1960s white "selle" glasses by La Murrina, hanging on newly made chrome frames / Made in Italy Original mark on the glasses 2 lights / E12 type / max...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Chrome

Vintage Murano glass pink wall lamp Italy
Located in Firenze, FI
The Murano glass pink wall lamp has a linear and elegant shape, combining the craftsmanship of Murano glass with a contemporary and captivating design. Mur...
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Late 20th Century Italian Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Pair of Large Stunning Murano Glass Wall Sconce by Novaresi, Italy, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Gorgeous handblown glass leaf sconces from the manufactory Novaresi, Italy, each with two large leaves, 24-karat gold-plated frame. High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

One of the Six Ice Glass Wall Sconces with Brass Tone by J.T. Kalmar, Austria
Located in Rijssen, NL
Set of 6 beautiful and elegant modern brass toned wall lights or sconces, manufactured by J.T. Kalmar Austria in the 1970s. Lovely design, executed to a very high standard. Please n...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass, Steel

Mid-Century Modern Pink Glass Globes Flush Mount
Located in Barcelona, ES
Italian Spherical Textured Globe Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light Fixture with Chrome Base, 1960s. This eye-catching ceiling light features...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Chrome

Large Kalmar Wall Light Murano Glass by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Exquisite midcentury wall sconce featuring a sophisticated design with two large Murano glass pieces elegantly mounted on a brass frame. Crafted by Kalmar in Austria, these sconces s...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Set of 4 Murano Wall Light and Table lamps (3+1) , 1980s
Located in Roma, IT
Set consisting of 3 wall sconces and one table lamp, same Murano leaf glass, table lamp glass is slightly smaller: Set 3 wall sconces: Stunning set...
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1980s Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Fonda Sconce - Blu (12.5")
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brilliantly colored slabs –capturing the magic of the ancient process of Murrina Millefiori Murano glass – admire their reflection in frames of narcissistic nickel. Models in the co...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Nickel

Large Italian Blown Murano Glass Shell Wall Light
Located in Berlin, DE
Wanderful large sculptural textured Murano glass wall light. Italy 1970-1980s.
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Fonda Sconce - Rosso (12.5")
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brilliantly colored slabs –capturing the magic of the ancient process of Murrina Millefiori Murano glass – admire their reflection in frames of narcissistic nickel. Models in the co...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Nickel

Model 048 Murano Glass Ceiling or Wall Lamp by Leucos, Italy, 1970s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
The unusual Murano glass spiral lamp, model 048 by Leucos, was made in Italy in the seventies. It can be used as a ceiling, table or wall lamp. Founded in 1962 in Scorzè, on the out...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Franken Kg Kalmar Art Glass Leaf Sconce 'Wall-Light', circa 1970s
Located in Verviers, BE
Franken Kg Kalmar Art Glass leaf sconce 'wall-light', circa 1970s Attractive light fixture made up of a flower leafs Glass in clear glass with organic Forms. Solid Metal mount with 3...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Sheet Metal

Extra Large Blue Murano Glass Wall Lamp by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, Italy, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful Extra Large mid-century wall sconce with a large blue Murano glass piece, designed by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, Italy, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Stunning light effect. ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Coppia di applique in vetro di Murano
Located in Palermo, IT
Coppia di applique in vetro di Murano con struttura in metallo dorato, anni '70 circa. Mazzega.
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1970s Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Trio of Murano glass wall sconces
Located in Palermo, IT
Trio of Murano glass wall sconces. Metal frame, stained glass shade yellow and two different shades of red. Good conditions. Approximate 1970s.
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1970s Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Carlo Nason Mid-century Modern Italian Steel and Murano Glass Wall Lamp, 1970s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Wall/suspension lamp - Carlo Nason 1975 Opaline Murano glass and stainless steel. Three lamp holders with E14 or E12 socket for the USA -
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Steel

Italian Replacement Rod for Minimalist Satin Brass Crystal Murano Glass Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Murano Glass Rod replacement for triedri wall lights
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2010s Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Clear and Frosted Textured Murano Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Pair of beautiful wall sconces made of two sheets of Murano glass. The first being clear and ridged and the one above frosted with this characteristically V shape. Four lights per s...
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2010s Italian Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Carl Fagerlund wall Light for Orrefors -Sweden-
Located in The Hague, NL
Stunning Murano glass wall lamp with brass fixture by Carl Fagerlund. The famous glass company Orrefors in Sweden is the manufacturer. The shades shimmer as you can see in the pictur...
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1960s Swedish Hollywood Regency Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Leaves Sconce by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light shown with clear and milky white hand blown Murano glass leaves mounted on chrome finish metal frame / inspired by Mazzega Made in Italy Measures: width 12 inches,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Leaves Sconce by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light shown with clear and milky white hand blown Murano glass leaves mounted on chrome finish metal frame / inspired by Mazzega Made in Italy Measures: width 12 inches,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

1 of 2 Petite Kalmar Wall Lights Murano Glass by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Exquisite midcentury wall sconce featuring a sophisticated design with one large Murano glass piece elegantly mounted on a metal frame finished in a luxurious gold color. Crafted by ...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Vintage murano wall lamp, Italy 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Elevate your interior decor with this exquisite vintage Murano wall lamp crafted in Italy during the 1970s. This Mid-Century Modern sconce embodies timeless elegance and artistic cra...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Albano Poli Pair of Murano Glass and Iron Brutalist Sconces 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Brutalist style Murano glass and iron sconces with inset, irregular shaped amber, smoke and clear art glass arranged in an abstract pattern. Designed by Alberto Poli for Poli...
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1960s Italian Brutalist Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Iron

Pair of Brass or Ice Glass Wall Sconces by Doria, Germany, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful pair of midcentury wall sconces with ice glass tubes, made by Doria Leuchten, Germany, manufactured, circa 1960-1969. High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, wel...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Perla Mini Wall Light by Gaspare Asaro. Powder Pink and Satin Brass Finish
Located in New York, NY
The Perla Mini wall light is the smallest member of the Perla collection featuring an organic brass shell nestling our Sfera glass handblown in Murano. See the Perla and Perla Grande...
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2010s Italian Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Contemporary Brass and Blue Murano Glass Sconces, Italy
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Brass and blue Murano glass wall lights lightning pannel lamps sconces. Contemporary work from a small artisanal italian design workshop. In the mood of Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

1 of 4 Large Murano Glass Wall Sconces by Doria, Germany, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Pair of midcentury wall sconces with Murano glass tubes, made by Doria Leuchten, Germany, manufactured, circa 1960-1969. Dimensions: H 12in. x W 8.7 in. x D 5.52 in. H 30 cm x W 22 ...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Flush mount - Ceiling light - Glass and brass - Circa 1970
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The wall sconce lamp in folded brown glass, together with the decorated colorless opaque glass, is a luminous jewel that captures the essence of avant-garde design of the 1960s. This...
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Mid-20th Century Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Large Vetri Murano Glass Uchiwa Wall Light
Located in Hastings, GB
A large 1980's Vetri Murano Glass wall light, in the Uchiwa style, both of the large glass fans are movable, meaning the light can be posed in a number of ways. Tiny nibble to the e...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Perla Mini Wall Light by Gaspare Asaro. Nickel Finish
Located in New York, NY
The Perla Mini wall light is the smallest member of the Perla collection featuring an organic brass shell nestling our Sfera glass handblown in Murano. See the Perla and Perla Grande...
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2010s Italian Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

1 of 6 Large Murano Ice Glass Vanity Sconces by Kaiser, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
1 of 6 Gorgeous Murano glass sconces by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, circa 1970s. Heavy quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, well-wired and ready to use. Each fixture requires...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Vintage murano wall lamp Vetri Murano, Italy 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Elevate your interior decor with this exquisite vintage Murano wall lamp crafted in Italy during the 1970s. This Mid-Century Modern sconce embodies timeless elegance and artistic cra...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

UNO SHADE Sconce / Flush Mount by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian flush mount with Murano glass shade and brass frame shown in bronzed finish / Made in Italy Designed by Fabio Ltd, inspired by Angelo Lelli and Arredoluce styles 1 light / E1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

1 of 3 Large Kalmar Wall Lights Murano Glass by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Exquisite midcentury wall sconce featuring a sophisticated design with two large Murano glass pieces elegantly mounted on a metal frame finished in a luxurious gold color. Crafted by...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces

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Murano Glass

Antique and Vintage Murano Glass Sconces and Wall Lights on 1stDibs

Lighting is a home’s jewelry, and dramatic antique and vintage Murano glass sconces and wall lights can do wonders in establishing mood in a space and highlighting your distinctive personality.

The exquisite Murano wall lights and sconces on 1stDibs are made of Murano glass, named for the island of Murano, which is located in Venice's fragile lagoon. Murano 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 antique Murano wall light, chandelier, floor lamp and vase 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.

Many Murano glassmakers have gained renown all over the world for their extraordinary wall lights, table lamps and decorative objects

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 home many decades later. Barovier’s manufactory was eventually renamed Barovier & Toso, a name under which the company still operates today. Still produced by hand, its pieces, including the Quadri chandelier and Hanami chandelier, look as appropriate in contemporary interiors as historic ones. 

Archimede Seguso, whose company was later renamed Seguso Vetri D’Arte, redefined a 650-year family history of Murano glassmaking with brilliance and novel techniques. 

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.

When choosing a lighting solution, first determine what your needs are: Will you opt for a moody or a bright feel? The room that will serve as your home office will need adequate lighting — think “the brighter, the better” for this particular setting. For the bedroom, bedside wall lamps with warm-temperature bulbs could be the way to go to induce a sense of calm or intimacy. Try to match the style of the wall light or sconce that you’re installing to the overall design scheme of your room. It’s never “just a light.” You should approach the lighting of a room with a mindset that is one part practical and one part aesthetics-driven.

Find antique and vintage Murano glass sconces and wall lights for sale on 1stDibs.

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