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Material: Murano Glass
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Set Of 2 Murano Glass Wall Lamps By Carlo Nason For Mazzega, 1960s
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 2 Murano glass wall lamps by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, 1960s
Glass elements are attached to the painted metal structure, all hand-worked.
E14 lamps.
Intact glass.
Good conditio...
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1960s Italian Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
'Nuvola' Wall Sconces with 6 Murano Glass Spheres and Brass Structure
Located in Meda, MB
Elegant wall sconces with a brass structure and 6 Murano glass spheres. The refined design and high-quality craftsmanship of the glass spheres create a bright and sophisticated atmos...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
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Brass
Austrian Mid-Century Set of Five Murano "Citrus" Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Beauty, stunning and unique Set of Five Austrian Mid-Century "Kalmar" Wall Sconces, model "Citrus" 4663/2. These Sconces were designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Austria by...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal, Brass
Modernist Handblown Murano Glass, Reeded Nickel & 24K White Gold Fleck Sconces
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Pair of Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Fluted Glass Sconces w/ 24Karat White Gold Flecks and Reeded Nickel Fittings originates from Ital...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
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Gold, Nickel
Pair of Murano Glass Wall Lights
Located in London, GB
A stylish pair of Murano Glass & Brass wall lights.
Simple gilt brass brackets and bulb holder supporting rope twisted murano glass shades, which diffuse a wonderful light when illu...
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1950s Italian Art Deco Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Murano Glass Aqua Textured Sconces
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of Murano glass sconces from the island of Murano, Italy outside of Venice. This pair has three thick panels of glass molded and textured in a beautiful aqua blue color. They ar...
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2010s Italian Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
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Murano Glass
Murano Art Glass and Brass Midcentury Chandelier / Wall Light, 2000
Located in Rome, IT
Amazing Murano piece which can be mounted both as applique and as a ceiling chandelier. Particular and original applique from the manufacture of Murano glassworks.
The wall Light / ...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Modern Italian Brass and Murano Glass Textured Wall Sconces
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of clear Murano glass wall lights with textures that almost resemble tree bark. Each lamp is made of a single curved glass, supported by two brass plates. They are high quality ...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Murano Glass Ribbed Sconces
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of sconces from Murano, Italy made of hand-blown and stamped glass. The ribbed texture of the glass creates a beautiful filter for the light. The structure is made of brass. The...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Murano Glass Sconces XXL by Toni Zuccheri for Mazzega 1970s
By Mazzega, Toni Zuccheri
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Crafted with the mastery of Murano glass, this massive pair of 1970s Italian sconces attributed to Toni Zuccheri's designs for Mazzega embody the fusion of artistic experimentation a...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Tegola Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with a cylinder Murano glass shade in clear color with white texture, mounted on white metal frame / Made in Italy in the style of Mazzega
Measures: Height 12 inch...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
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Murano Glass
Pair of Art Deco Murano Sconces ITSO Barovier E Toso, circa 1930's
By Barovier
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Beautiful pair of antique Murano glass sconces, each was hand made in Murano Italy in the style of the famous Barovier e Toso factory circa 1930.
Each is manufactured in brass hardwa...
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
20th Century Venini Set of Three Wall Lamps in Murano Glass and Chrome, 50s
By Venini
Located in Turin, Turin
In 1921 Venini and Cappellin opened a glass factory called Vetri Soffiati Muranesi Cappellin Venini & C. on the islands of M...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Pair of Angelo Brotto Wall Sconces for Esperia Bronze & Murano Glass 1960s
By Angelo Brotto, Esperia
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant large pair of italian wall sconces made of bronze and Murano glass in the 1960s by Esperia, designed by Angelo Brotto. Gem from the time. A real eye-catcher even unlit.
Mea...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Murano Glass Wall Sconces with Brass Rod Detail
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Murano glass wall sconce made of a curved panel, slightly frosted with wavy pattern reflecting on both sides. In the center is a unlacquered brass stem giving the final touch to this...
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2010s Italian Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Murano Glass Light Blue 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 blue color.
The applique is made up of a gold colored metal structure to...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Seguso Wall Lighting Ice Frost Murano Glass, Italy, 2000
By Seguso
Located in La xara, VC
Superb pair wall lighting with large half globe glass ice frost Murano with structure. The Design and the quality of the glass make this piece the best of ...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Art Déco Murano Glass Wall Lamps in the Seguso style
Located in Argelato, BO
Two rare and refined Art Deco wall lamps in Murano glass in the Seguso style, Italy 1940s
The works come from an important house in the center of the city of Bologna
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Pair of opaline Murano glass sconces - set of six
By AVMazzega
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of opaline Murano glass sconces, Mid Century Modern, attributed to Mazzega, Italy 1970s.
Set of three pairs, or six sconces available. Sold and priced by pair.
To inquire about ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
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Murano Glass
Pair of Mid-century Modern Style Italian Murano Glass and Brass Sconces
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of wall lights in satin white glass, Murano glass Incamiciato. These lights can adapt to all interior styles, mid-century, art deco, modern or design. They were made in Murano, ...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Set of 2 Large Murano Ice Glass Vanity Sconces by Kaiser, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Gorgeous set of two Murano glass sconces by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, circa 1970s. The frames are made of metal with a gold finish. These sconces are of heavy quality and in very goo...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal
VENINI - CARLO SCARPA - 1 Wall sconce - pulegoso glass - MURANO ITALIA 1930.
By Venini, Carlo Scarpa
Located in Milano, IT
A large wall sconce of excellent quality and shape , with golden straw-colored bulging glass designed by Carlo SCARPA is produced by the famous VENINI glassworks in MURANO, in the 19...
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Austrian Midcentury Pair of Murano "Florian" Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Beauty and stunning Austrian Pair of Mid-Century "Kalmar" Large Wall Sconces, model "Florian" 4402.06.50. These Sconces were designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Austria by ...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Mazzega Wall or Ceiling Lamps in Murano Glass, Italian Lighting, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning pair of wall / ceiling lights in Murano glass and bras. This rare lamps were designed by Mazzega in Italy during the 1970s.
The lamps are fully made in Murano mouth-blown glass, in amazing conditions with no chips.
The central part is in a white semi-transparent glass while the edge is in a charming orange.
The lamps are enriched by two round brass stops that hold the white metal support behind the glass shade.
The lamps are wired and tested, compatible with both US and EU/UK standards. They use two E26/27 light bulb each. The effect when lit is simply spectacular and the contrast between the white and orange Murano glass incredibly elegant.
A wonderful pair of Murano lights...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Metal
Murano Flush Mount / Sconce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount or wall light with a textured frosted white Murano glass shade decorated with blue glass droplets / Made in Italy in the style of Barovier e Toso, circa 1...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Art Glass Green and White Wall Light and Sconces, 1990
Located in Rome, IT
Beautiful design for this leaf-shaped applique, all green with a vertical white rib. Refinement and class as in the Murano style, one-of-a-kind pieces that always remain precious.
T...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
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Art Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Art Glass and Brass Midcentury Chandelier / Wall Light, 2000
Located in Rome, IT
Amazing Murano piece which can be mounted both as applique and as a ceiling chandelier. Particular and original applique from the manufacture of Murano glassworks.
The wall Light / chandelier has a brass structure, in the shape of a climbing plant. Pink Murano glass plates...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair Sergio Terzani Phantom Gold Inclusions Torch Wall Sconces Italy, 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Pair of stunning wall lamps or sconces designed by Jean-François Crochet for Terzani, in Italy, during the 1980's. They are in a shape of torches. These lamps are made of handcrafted...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Contemporary Italian Brass & Crystal Rostrato Textured Murano Glass Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Organic sculpture pair of crystal clear Murano glass wall lights in the style of Barovier Toso, with a cone shape, made using the rostrato technique on a gold polished brass hand-mad...
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Austrian Mid-Century Set of Four Murano "Citrus" Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Beauty, stunning and unique Set of Four Austrian Mid-Century "Kalmar" Wall Sconces, model "Citrus" 4663/2. These Sconces were designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Austria by...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Tall Wavy Brass and Green Murano Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Tall wall sconces made of a central hammered brass plate, with green Murano glass panels on each side.
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2010s Italian Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Albano Poli Mid-Century Modern Italian Single Sculture Sconce by Poliarte, 1970s
By Albano Poli, Poliarte
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This wall lamp was created by the master glassmaker Albano Poli for his company Poliarte. Wall lamp with rectangular chromed metal rods and clear Murano glass cubes mounted on aluminum plates, to create a unique sculpture, circa 1970s.
Poliarte: In the early 1960s, Albano Poli created the Poliarte brand and reinvented interior lighting. His artistic lamps...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
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Chrome, Aluminum
Murano Black and Cream Color Glass Wall Light and Sconces, 2000
Located in Rome, IT
Refined and delicate design for this smoky Murano glass wall light with "pulegosa" workmanship.
The wall light has a brass structure, on which a beautiful smoky Murano glass semi-cu...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
A pair of Shell Wall Lights Murano Glass Barovier & Toso, Italy, 1969
Located in Rijssen, NL
A pair of elegant hand-blown Murano glass wall light of Barovier & Toso, Italy. Manufactured late 1960s, early 1970s.
The light fixture consists of a blown Murano glass shell, a wide...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
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Brass
Modernist Brass Sconces with Hand Blown Murano 24-Karat Gold Glass with Murines
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful pair of modernist sconces were realized in Murano, Italy- the island off the coast of Venice renowned for centuries for its superlative glass production. In dialogue w...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
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Gold
Wonderful Set 4 Barovier & Toso Mid Century Modern Murano Silver Leaf Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Set Of 4 Mid Century Modern Murano Sconces In The Manner Of Barovier & Toso. With A Stunning Glass Shade In The Form Of A Large Leaf Shape And Having An Oval Nickel Plat...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Gold Yellow Big Leafs Sconces
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Beautiful design for these leaf-shaped appliques, golden yellow with a vertical rib made with gold leaf. Refinement and class as in the Murano style, unique pieces that always remain...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal
Set of Four 1970s Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass wall Sconces by Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a set of four Mid-Century Modern white, amber and brown Murano glass wall sconces, crafted by Mazzega in the 1970s. Each sconce showcases a unique, hand-blown glass design wi...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Pair of Sconces in Wrought Iron and Hammered Glass by Longobard, Italy, 1970s
By Longobard
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Pair of Sconces in Wrought Iron and Hammered Glass by Longobard, Italy, 1970s
These big and heavy wall lights are a stunning pair of artistic sconces. They feature a painted wrought...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
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Wrought Iron
Murano Art Glass White Color and Brass Wall Light and Sconces, 2020
Located in Rome, IT
Beautiful assembly for this Murano glass applique. A very particular and rare glass to find, a white effect, sandblasted and etched glass; classic Murano style.
The applique is composed of a beautiful ribbed and curved glass to form a semi cylinder. The glass has been sandblasted and etched so that it takes on an ice white color, very beautiful and strong. Up and down of the curve there is a brass rods, which makes the applique even more beautiful in its design, it is fixed by two brass screws. The structure to which the glass is attached is white and the two lamp holders are made of brass. Refinement and style as it is in the style of Murano glass factories, unique pieces of their kind and pieces that always remain precious. When turned on, the applique is very bright having two bulbs lamp...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Pair of Brass Sconces Geometrical Murano Glass, Italy
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Pair of sconces wall lamps lights panels. Contemporary work, small Italian workshop, few exclusive productions. Full brass and murano glass. In the style of Reggiani, Sciolari, Palwa...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
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Brass
A pair of Italian 1960s Barovier Murano glass leaf sconces with brass fittings
By Barovier
Located in London, GB
A pair of Italian 1960s Barovier leaf wall sconces with opaque textured Murano glass and brass wall bracket. Re wired with new brass fittings...
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1960s Italian Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
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Murano Glass
Set Of 3 Mid-Century Murano Glass Wall Lamps, 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 3 Mid-Century Murano Glass Wall Lamps, 1960s
Golden metal structure, e14 lamps
Intact and in good condition.
Purchased in Venice in one of the most prestigious glassworks.
Man...
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1960s Italian Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
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Murano Glass
Venini Attrib. Chromed Brass and Murano Glass Wall Lamp, Italy 195
By Venini
Located in Naples, IT
The lamp features a clean, minimalist design typical of the Italian style of the 1950s. The combination of milky blown glass and chrome-plated brass is a classic of the period.
The l...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
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Brass
Murano Round Art Glass and Brass Transparent Color Wall Light and Sconces, 2000
Located in Rome, IT
Refined and delicate design for this transparent Murano glass wall light.
The wall light is made up of a brass structure which allows the housing of a beautiful double bowl in trans...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Postmodern Italian Murano Glass Wall Sconces, 1980s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Postmodern and beautiful set of two Murano glass Wall Sconces. These fixtures are made in Italy.
Each Wall Sconce is equipped with one light halongen bulb. A professional electricia...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal
Pair of Midcentury Austrian Murano Glass "Faun" Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Stunning Austrian "Faun" Midcentury Wall Sconces. These Wall Sconces were designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Austria by Kalmar Franken. Model 4517.02.50 Faun. “Kalmar Fran...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal
Pair of Kalmar Sconces Wall Lights, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful pair of midcentury wall sconces with ice glass, made by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured, circa 1960-1969.
High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, well-wired and rea...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
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Murano Glass
Set of Two Rare Mid Century Modern Murano Glass Sconces by Barovier & Toso Italy
Located in Munich, DE
Set of two rare and highly decorative Mid Century Modern Murano Glass sconces or wall lamps in shape of bunch of Acanthus leaves. Designed & manufactured probably by Barovier & Toso,...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
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Brass
Pair of Reticello Cup Sconces by Barovier & Toso, 2 Pairs Available
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian wall light with Murano glass cups hand blown in "reticello" technique to form crisscross pattern of white filaments, mounted on brass frame / Made in Italy by Barovie...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Murano Glass Teal 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 teal color.
The applique is made up of a gold colored metal structure to which...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Set of Four Italian Smoky Gray Murano Glass Torchère Sconces, 1970's.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant and sculptural, this set of four Italian torchère wall sconces from the 1970's showcases the refined artistry of hand-blown Murano glass. Each sconce features a sleek, smoky ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
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Murano Glass
Pair of Bubble Glass Wall Light Fixtures, Germany, 1960s
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Clean lines to complement all decors. Wonderful high-end wall light fixtures with brass detail and thick bubbled blown glass. Manufactured in the 1960s.
The glass of the light fixtur...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
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Murano Glass
Pair of Cubic Sconces Metal Murano Glass by Sciolari, Italy, 1970s
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Rare pair of Cubic wall lights lamps sconces in metal and Murano glass by Sciolari. Famous design like Reggiani, Romeo Rega, Willy Rizzo for Lumica.
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal
Set of 3 Murano Glass Wall Lamps "La Murrina" 1970s
By La Murrina
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 3 Murano glass wall lamps "La Murrina" 1970s
Intact glass.
2-lights e14, gold metal structure.
Signed with stamp and logo engraved on the glass.
Good condition.
We guarantee ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal
Large Contemporary Pair of Brass Sconces Geometrical Murano Glass, Italy
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Large pair of sconces wall lights lighting lamps panels or flush mount. Contemporary work, small italian artisanal workshop, few exclusive production. Full brass and Murano glass. In...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
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Brass
1 of 10 Pairs of Large Murano Glass Wall Sconce Venini Style, Italy, 1970s
By Venini
Located in Aachen, NRW
Pair of large Murano wall lights, in the style of Venini, made in Italy, circa 1970-1979.
High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, well-wired and ready to use.
Each scon...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of "Rialto" Sconces by Aureliano Toso, 6 Pairs Available
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with clear Murano glass diffuser hand blown in Graniglia technique to produce granular texture, mounted on white metal backplate / Made in Italy by Aureliano Toso,...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern 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.