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Set of 2 Murano Glass Bubble Structure Bowl Shells Ashtray Element, Italy, 1970s
By Flavio Poli, G. Campanella
Co., Alessandro Mandruzzato
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Murano glass bowl elements set of 2
Origin:
Murano, Italy
Decade:
1970s
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
Glass Bowl Element Shell Ashtray Murano Bubble by Barovier and Toso, Italy 1970s
By Flavio Poli, Alessandro Mandruzzato, Barovier&Toso
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Murano glass bowl, ashtray element by Barovier and Toso
Origin:
Murano, Italy
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
Italian Murano Glass Ashtray – 1960s – Anise Yellow, Hand-Blown with Air Bubbles
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Italian Murano Glass Ashtray – 1960s – Anise Yellow, Hand-Blown with Air Bubbles
Description:
This
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Art Deco Ashtrays
Materials
Glass
Murano Bowl in Amber Colored Mouth-Blown Art Glass with Inlaid Air Bubbles
Located in København, Copenhagen
Murano bowl in amber colored mouth-blown art glass with inlaid air bubbles. Italian design, 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Murano Bowl in Amber Colored Mouth-Blown Art Glass with Inlaid Air Bubbles
Located in København, Copenhagen
Murano bowl in amber colored mouth-blown art glass with inlaid air bubbles. Italian design, 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Vintage Murano Teal Emerald Green Glass Square Bowl with Bullecante Bubbles 60
s
Located in North Miami, FL
This rich color of teal emerald green Italian murano vintage glass square bowl has lots of bubbles
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
A. SEGUSO - Murano Controlled Bubble Amethyst Glass Ashtray - Italy - C.1960
s
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Chatham, ON
ARCHIMEDE SEGUSO - Mid Century studio glass ashtray or bowl - featuring controlled bubble
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Art Glass
Murano in color red, 1930, Italian, Technique: Bubbles controlled
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Murano.
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
Bubble Centerpiece in Hand Blown Murano Glass by Luca Nichetto
Gianpietro Gai
By Salviati, Luca Nichetto and Giampietro Gai
Located in Venezia, IT
Cased blown and hand-formed glass elements.
Limited edition: 101 pieces.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Glass
Italian Blown Murano Glass Green Bubble Oval Shaped Catchall, Bowl, Ashtray
By Murano 5
Located in Miami, FL
Italian Mid-Century Modern green bubble glass bowl, catchall or ashtray that is in oval form.
Made
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Murano Glass
Pipe in Murano in color orange, 1950, Italian, Technique: Bubbles controlled
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Murano.
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
Pipe in Murano in color orange, 1950, Italian, Technique: Bubbles controlled
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Murano.
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
Pipe in Murano in color yellow, 1950, Italian, Technique: Bubbles controlled
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Murano.
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
Pipe in Murano in color Green, 1950, Italian, Technique: Bubbles controlled
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Murano.
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
1950
s Murano Bubble Glass Apple Paperweight Decorative sculpture
By Formia Murano
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful Italian Murano bubble grass red apple with green stem in excellent condition , no chips
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
Blue Murano Ashtray with Air Bubbles from Seguso, 1950s
By Seguso
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hand blown aqua blue Murano art glass bowl or ashtray. Executed with in capsulated and controlled
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Blown Glass
Murano Blu and Pink Art Glass Sphere, 1980
Located in Roma, Lazio
bubbles within the glass. The Murano furnaces create an undeniably timeless design, simple yet elegant
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Gold and Pink Art Glass Egg, 1980
Located in Roma, Lazio
complex process of bulicante glass, it's a unique technique that involves trapping tiny air bubbles within
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid Century Crystal Glass Dots Bubbles Ashtray Bowl, Italy, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This original vintage glass element was designed and produced in the 1970s in Lombardia, Italy. It
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Ashtrays
Materials
Crystal
Murano Glass Bubble Lamp
Located in Austin, TX
Murano Glass lamp, Italian, from the island of Murano. This hand-blown modernist lamp feature a
Category
2010s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
$2,950
Plum
White Kurata or Iwata Glass Vase w/ Murano Type Bollicine Foamy Bubbles
By Iwata Glass
Located in Warrenton, OR
Plum
White Kurata or Iwata Glass Vase w/ Murano Type Bollicine Foamy Bubbles.
We suspect this
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
$176 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Fratelli Toso 1950 center table Murano glass
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible big center piece in Murano glass with bubbles inside the glass.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian International Style Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
Bubble Acqua Murano Glass Vase
Located in Hudson, NY
This exquisite Murano glass vase is a true work of art, expertly crafted to evoke the graceful flow
Category
2010s French Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Italian Murano Blue Art Glass Ashtray or Bowl
By Seguso
Located in New York, NY
-20th century, Italy. Bowl has a controlled bubble design and swirls of Murano glass blue and clear
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Pink Bubble Glass Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Modern Murano pink bubble glass chandelier. Circa 2000.
The chandelier has been professionally
Category
Early 2000s Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Murano Glass Bubble Design Table Lamp
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Beautiful and unique table lamp in Murano glass and copper.
The solid glass cube is filled with
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Copper
Modern Murano Glass and Brass Bubble Mirrors
Located in Dallas, TX
Gorgeous pair of modern Murano glass and brass "bubble" mirrors. Beautiful textural look of silver
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Murano Glass
$9,240 / item
Trio Set Bathroom Murano Bubble Glasses
Located in Budapest, HU
Elegant and original Murano bubble glass bath set consisting of three bottles for powder, perfume
Category
Vintage 1960s Vases
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
$1,139 Sale Price
20% Off
Single Italian 1950s Murano Bubble Glass Door Handle
By Seguso
Located in Milan, IT
Single Italian 1950s Murano Bubble Glass Door Handle.
The brass screw attached to the handle has
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Brass
Pair of Murano Bubble Glass Chandeliers
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of modern Murano gold bubble glass 5 light chandeliers. Circa 2000. These chandeliers hsvr
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
$10,800 / set
Pair of Modern Murano Glass Bubble Wall Sconces
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Elegant pair of wall sconces crafted from authentic Murano bubble glass, featuring a richly
Category
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
$4,983 / set
Italian Murano Glass Vase with Air Bubbles and Glass Garland
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Murano Glass Vase with Air Bubbles and Glass Garland
Exceptionally beautiful flower vase
Category
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass Controlled Bubble Vase Venetian Mid Century
Located in Rochester, NY
Murano controlled bubble vase. There is a warm gold tone to the glass. A heavy globular form. Hand
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass
Small Bubble Vase 1940 Murano Glass Attributed to Barovier Air Bubbles Inside
By Barovier Seguso
Ferro
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Small bubble vase 1940 Murano glass attributed to Barovier Air bubbles inside.
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
$664 Sale Price
30% Off
Whimsical Blown Glass Bubble Rooster 1970
s
By Arte Nuova Murano
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical glass rooster sculpture in amber and red blown glass bubble body very cool and unique
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
Italian Murano Rainbow Bubble Art Glass Paperweight
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Oval shaped, artisan-made, hand-blown, Italian Murano art glass paperweight features a bed of
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Art Glass
Murano Bubble Mirror
Located in Dallas, TX
Modern Murano oval "bubble" mirror in frost white. These mirrors are perfect for anchoring a foyer
Category
Early 2000s Wall Mirrors
Materials
Blown Glass, Mirror
$5,900 / item
Swedish Art Glass Green Bubble Vase, 1950s
By Helena Tynell, Flygsfors, Murano 5
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Vintage Swedish 1950s mouth blown art glass vase with tiny decorative symmetrically placed bubbles
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
$664 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Murano Glass Paperweight with Internal Bubbles and Swirls
Located in Rochester, NY
Vintage colorful Italian glass paperweight.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
Vintage Clear Murano Glass Paperweight with Included Bubble, Desk Decorative
Located in Milano, IT
Offered for sale is a vintage paper weight or decorative sculpture in clear Murano glass, in the
Category
Vintage 1960s Organic Modern Paperweights
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
$617 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Dark Purple Murano Bubble Glass Bowl, Italy
Located in Barntrup, DE
Mid-Century dark purple Murano bubble glass bowl, Italy, circa the 1960s.
A gorgeous handblown
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Clear Murano Glass Paperweight with Included Bubble, Desk Decorative
Located in Milano, IT
Offered for sale is a vintage paper weight or decorative sculpture in clear Murano glass, in the
Category
Vintage 1960s Organic Modern Paperweights
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
$351 Sale Price
20% Off
Petite Murano Gold and Trasparent Bubble Glass Table Lamps
Located in Roma, IT
Petite Murano glass lamps from Italy, 1970s.
Beautiful gold and white glass bell lampshade with
Category
Vintage 1970s Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Blu Sky Bubble, Gorgeous Murano Glass Pendant, 1980
s
Located in Budapest, HU
Precious Venetian Lantern. The glass is is in excellent condition. The hight indicated in the
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Petite Murano Blu and Trasparent Bubble Glass Table Lamps
Located in Roma, IT
Petite Murano glass lamps from Italy, 1970s.
Beautiful blue and white glass bell lampshade with
Category
Vintage 1970s Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Albarelli Murano glass multicolor with bubbles circa 1950 cock.
By Cenedese
Albarelli
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible ALBARELLI Murano glass multicolor circa 1950 cock.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Lantern Murano Glass Bell Midcentury Design Transparent Bubbles Barovier Brass
By Barovier
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Lantern Murano glass bell midcentury Italian design Trasparent bubbles, Barovier attributed, brass
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Brass
$2,076 Sale Price
30% Off
Barovier et Toso Italian Venetian Murano Bubble Glass Chandelier
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Venetian Murano (1940's) clear glass chandelier with swirl design center post and 5 arms
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Gilt Glass Bubble Table Lamps - Pair #1
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic Murano bubble lamps in their fine gilt glass with five graduated balls. Round domed bases
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Art Glass
$3,200 / set
Murano 1950 Technique: Bubbles controlled
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Murano
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Murano Glass
Imposing Handcrafted Murano Glass Table Lamp with Submerged Bubbles Contemporary
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Villaverla, IT
Imposing Handcrafted Murano Glass Table Lamp with Submerged Bubbles.
This contemporary table lamp
Category
20th Century Italian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Gold Leaf
Murano Small Smokey Gray Bubble Glass Vide Poche Bowl, Italy
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Small Italian Murano art glass vide poche. Mouth-blown smooth asymmetrical shape with tiny encased
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-P...
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$427 Sale Price
20% Off
Murano Opalescent White Blue Bubbles Italian Art Glass Dove Bird Figurines
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful pair of vintage Murano hand blown opalescent blue and white, with controlled bubbles
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Glass, Opaline Glass, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
$487 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Fratelli Toso Murano glass bicolor with bubbles circa 1950 cock.
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Fratelli Toso Murano glass bicolor with bubbles circa 1950.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Barbini Murano glass bicolor with gold and bubbles 1950 cock.
By Barbini
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible BARBINI Murano glass bicolor with gold and bubbles circa 1950 cock.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair White Copper Bubbles Aventurine Murano Glass Lamps
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair hand blown cased white ribbed Murano Italian glass lamps with copper aventurine inclusions and
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Barovier et Toso Italian Murano Gold Dusted Bubble Glass Chandelier
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Queens, NY
Italian (1940's) Murano chandelier with 6 swirl design gold dusted glass arms holding a large
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Glass with bubbles in it is called bubble glass or in Italian, the term is pulegoso. Some bubbles appear in glass because the techniques were not good and bubbles remain, but other bubbles were put there by the glass-maker. Adding bubbles to glass can be very intentional and there are many tools designed to help glass-makers create elaborate and symmetrical patterns. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original glass art from top artists.
- What is controlled bubble glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Controlled bubble glass, also known as Bolle or Bullicante, is glass that’s embedded with bubbles. Particularly popular during the 1950s among Murano glass artists, the bubbles are typically created by rolling the molten glass on a metal surface covered in sharp spikes, poking holes that are then covered with another layer of glass, trapping air in the holes. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Controlled bubble glass pieces.
- What is bubble glass called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Italian term "bullicante" refers to glass that has a deliberate and regular pattern of bubbles inside. It's just one of the many techniques associated with fine Italian glassmaking. On 1stDibs, you'll find a collection of antique and contemporary bubble glass or bullicante from some of the world's top sellers.
- What is Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Murano glass is colorful art glass primarily produced on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy. Artisans produce a variety of Murano glass decorative objects, including vases, lamps, candle holders, figurines, bowls and wine glasses. Shop a selection of Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- Does Murano glass have markings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, Murano glass is typically marked. You will usually find the markings on the bases of pieces or in other inconspicuous areas. Generally, Murano glass will display a trademark and a maker's mark, indicating which shop produced it. In most cases, authentic Murano glass will not have the word "Murano" on it. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Murano glass.
- Does Murano glass break?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Murano glass can break. Generally considered very durable, Murano glass is still made of glass and it is susceptible to breaks if it’s improperly handled or dropped. Known as some of the best glass produced in the world, unfortunately it can still break. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- How is Murano glass marked?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024How Murano glass is marked varies. Some pieces feature a label, sticker or other mark that bears the name of the studio that produced them. Others may only have an artist's signature or be unmarked. However, Murano glass artisans rarely put the word "Murano" on their pieces, though you will often see the word on replicas. For assistance determining whether a particular piece is Murano, consult an expert appraiser or antiques dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Murano glass.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano glass, from the Venetian island of Murano, is world-renowned for excellent craftsmanship and a wide variety of colors and decorations. The glassmakers of Murano use methods honed over centuries to create rich colors and designs by mixing different minerals during the process. Many examples contain gold and silver flecks inside the glass. You’ll find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024Murano glass comes from Murano, an island located in the Venetian Lagoon to the north of Venice, Italy. Many people mistake the name Murano for that of a brand or company, but the term actually applies to glassware produced by a variety of makers. Fratelli Toso, Umberto Bellotto, the Salviati family, Ercole Barovier, Carlo Scarpa, Paolo Venini and Alfredo Barbini are just some of the glassblowers known for producing Murano glass. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Murano glass.
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- Is Murano glass valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Whether Murano glass is valuable depends on a variety of factors, including the type of piece and its condition. Artisans on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy, produce the colorful glassware through a unique process. Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century (the filigrana technique is as old as the 16th century). A certified appraiser can help you determine the value and authenticity of a particular piece. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Murano glassware.
- Is Murano glass worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Yes, many glass lovers believe that Murano glass is worth it. Murano glass is named for the Venetian island of Murano, where glassmaking has been practiced for centuries. The glass is made using a variety of artisanal processes and is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Every vintage Murano glass decorative object is unique. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and irregular shapes due to the freeform creation process. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Murano glass is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Murano glass and other art glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- Is Murano blown glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, Murano is blown glass. Artisans on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy, produce the colorful glassware through a unique process. Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century (the filigrana technique is as old as the 16th century). On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Murano glassware from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Why is it called Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023It is called Murano glass because of its place of origin. During the 13th century, artisans on the island of Murano in Venice, Italy, became famous for producing colorful glassware. Find a range of Murano glass from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano Aventurine is glass that has been decorated with a surface effect which resembles shimmering specks found in quartz. This technique was pioneered by Murano in the 17th century. On 1stDibs, find Murano glass products from top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021There is no real difference between Venetian glass and Murano glass. While both Venetian glass and Murano glass come from Murano Island, Venice is a more popular location than Murano, hence it is called widely as Venetian glass. You can use both search terms to find the best piece for you on 1stDibs.
- Is Murano glass worth anything?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024Yes, some Murano glass is worth something. Typically, antique pieces from the 16th, 17th, 18th and 19th centuries tend to be worth significantly more than 20th-century and contemporary glassware from Murano. Collectors frequently look for pieces made by particular artisans, such as Paolo Venini, Alfredo Barbini, Carlo Scarpa, Vittorio Zecchin, Lino Tagliapetra and Carlo Moretti. Others seek out pieces that display certain glassmaking techniques, such as filigrana, which gives glass a lace-like quality. The size, age, condition, type and style all contribute to the potential value of Murano pieces. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with the valuation process. Find a large collection of Murano glass on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Murano glass does indeed have a pontil mark. Murano glass is individually blown in Venice, Italy, and the mark at the bottom is made by the rod used by the artisan when they shape the piece. Shop a collection of Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023To tell if a Murano glass fruit is real, look for the signature of the artist or factory on the piece. Authentic Murano glass often, but not always, includes labels with the name of the workshop, the signature of the glass master and a certificate of authenticity. Use trusted online resources to determine if the maker's location is or was in Murano, in northeastern Italy. Seeing the word "Murano" on a glass decorative object doesn't mean that it is authentic. In fact, most genuine pieces won't show the word "Murano." Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. If you need assistance authenticating a piece, seek the help of a licensed appraiser. Shop a selection of Murano glass decorative objects on 1stDibs.