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Large
Heavy Mid-Century Murano Swirled Art Glass Vase with Controlled Bubbles
By Barovier
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large and substantial art glass vase is unsigned, but presumed to have been done in Murano
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Large
Heavy Mid-Century Modern Murano Swirled Art Glass Vase with Aventurine
By Barovier
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large and substantial art glass vase is unsigned, but presumed to have been done in Murano
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Mouth blown heavy weight Murano Glass Table lamps in Amber
real Silver Leaf
By Lavai
Located in London, GB
hand made in Venice Italy
Made of Moth Blown glass in a Tulip Bulb shape (very hard to blow identical
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Silver Leaf
$1,466 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Heavy Murano vase by Barbini, green/grey, collectible decorative Italian piece
By Seguso
Located in Milano, IT
Murano glass vases have always presented designer with the possibility to freely experiment with
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
$3,844 Sale Price
20% Off
Heavy Red Roses Apples Murano Drops Lamps with Shades Italian, Circa 1900
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Original red metal with Murano apples and drops. Crystal prisms and porcelain small roses. Shades
Category
Antique Early 1900s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Pair of Murano Glass Sconces
Located in Toronto, CA
The heavy and ribbed Murano glass on the pair of sconces make them a welcome addition to any space
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Art Nouveau Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
$2,800 / set
Murano Style Art Glass Tropical Fish
Located in Norton, MA
A large and heavy Murano Style Art Glass Tropical Fish with block, orange and clear colors.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
Murano Glass Sculpture very decorative - Bookcase Accent
Located in Milano, IT
accessory
A heavy, fun and decorative Murano clear glass paperweight accessory for your desk that under
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
Venini Style Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in Bagshot, GB
A large and heavy late 20th Century Murano Glass Chandelier is defintely a piece to make a
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Barovier and Toso handblown heavy Murano pink and gold footed vase
By Barovier Seguso
Ferro
Located in Allentown, PA
ribbed heavy pink glass at the top and stands on three swirling feet with 22carat gold flex inside.
Category
1990s Italian Hollywood Regency Vases
Materials
Glass
Pair of Mid-Century Veca Wall Lamps in Heavy Multicolored Glass
By VECA
Located in Palermo, PA
. What makes this pair particularly special is the remarkable thickness and quality of the glass. Each
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Green Murano glass , 1960
s contemporary glass hand made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Acid green decorative bowl - Murano glass valet tray - collectible bright Murano glass
A heavy
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
$317 Sale Price
40% Off
Blue Murano Glass large Vase, Italy 1980s
By Cenedese
Located in Dallas, TX
, Murano, Italy, 1980s.
The blue Murano glass is thick and heavy.
The Murano glass is faceted outside
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Banded Cylindrical Murano Magnifying Solid Glass Lamp
Located in San Francisco, CA
optical magnifying effect on anything near it. The handmade, heavy, solid Murano glass pillar has a
Category
Mid-20th Century Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair New Murano Glass Graniglia Crystal Sconces
Located in Troy, MI
Murano glass with lots of internal bubbles and an irregular ribbed texture. Brass hardware and two
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Super thick Murano Glass vase by Mazzuccato Murano, Clear Black and Silver Leaf
By Gino Mazzuccato
Located in London, GB
This stunning super heavy Large Murano Art Glass Vase is handmade mouth blown in Black and Clear
Category
1990s Italian Hollywood Regency Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
$916 Sale Price
30% Off
Cascade Fixture with Six Yellow Murano Glass Globes, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Rijssen, NL
Doria Leuchten, manufacturered around 1960s. With hand blown heavy and high quality murano glass globes
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel
Mid-Century Modern Murano Sommerso Art Glass Bowl 1960s
By Flavio Poli, Seguso Vetri d
Arte
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Mid-Century Modern Murano Sommerso Art glass bowl 1960s
A large and heavy Murano Sommerso glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jard...
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Pair of Kalmar Murano Glass Wall Sconces Frosted Glass
Chrome, Austria 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant set of two large wall sconces made of heavy, thick Murano glass with a chrome-plated center
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Seguso Murano Opalescent Purple Art Glass Pulled Centerpiece Vase, Italy 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Opal Purple Murano Art Glass Pulled Centerpiece / Vase. Italy, 1950s
Stunning italian modernist
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
1970s Modernist Blue and Purple Sommerso Murano Glass Tall Vase
By Seguso
Located in Aci Castello, IT
An heavy Sommerso Murano glass vase designed and manufactured in Italy in the 1970s, it's in
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Set of "Mushroom" Murano Glass Sculptures by Cenedese, Italy, 1960s
By Cenedese
Located in Milan, IT
Outstanding set of three "mushroom" sculptures manufactured by Cenedese.
Heavy transparent Murano
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Organic Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Large Contemporary Totem Murano Glass Floor Lamp by Studio AD, Italy
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
and heavy glass, the highest Murano glass quality. Contemporary work from the italian design artist
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Large Contemporary Totem Murano Glass Floor Lamp by Studio AD, Italy
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
and heavy glass, the highest Murano glass quality. Contemporary work from the italian design artist
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Murano Glass
Brass Pendant Light, TZ Leuchten Germany 1960s
By Venini
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This exquisite pendant light was made by TZ Leuchten, in Germany. The Glass was made in Murano
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
1980s Abstract Grey Murano Glass Sculpture by La Fucina degli Angeli
By Fucina Degli Angeli
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a striking and substantial 1980s abstract sculpture crafted from heavy, grey-toned Murano
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Paolo Venini Murano Italy Midcentury Glass Vase “Incisi” Serie, 1956
By Paolo Venini, Venini
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Truncated cone vase from the “Incisi” series designed by Paolo Venini for Venini Murano, heavy
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Hexagonal Flush Mount Murano Ice Glass Wood Frame, 1980s
By Fischer Leuchten
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous flush mount light in clear heavy Murano ice glass with a wooden frame. It can be used
Category
Vintage 1980s German Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
stunning Large Murano Sommerso Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1980s
By Vetri
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful flush mount with a heavy textured Murano glass Shade on a white lacquered metal fixture
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Large Cenedese Italian Asymmetric Emerald Green Sommerso Murano Glass Bowl
By Antonio da Ros, Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Antonio da Ros (attributed) for Cenedese large and heavy vintage Italian Murano glass bowl, serving
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Vintage Murano Pezzato Art Glass Ashtray by Barovier
Toso 1950s
By Barovier&Toso, Ercole Barovier
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Murano Pezzato Art Glass Ashtray by Barovier & Toso 1950s
A heavy Murano art glass ashtray
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Pair of Murano Glass Bookends by Luciano Gaspari for Salviati
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of heavy green and blue Murano glass book ends by maestro Luciano Gaspari, circa 1950.
Born
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Murano Glass
Unique Venini Smoked Murano Art Glass Table Lamp, 1970s, Italy
By Paolo Venini, Fulvio Bianconi
Paolo Venini
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
very heavy Murano art glass that contains air bubbles and stylized fossile fish, the lamp provides
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Exceptional Pair of Amber Murano Glass Pendant Lights Venini Style, 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
statement pieces. Heavy quality thick Murano crystal glass shade made out of overlay glasses of clear, light
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Flush Mount Murano Ice Glass Wood Frame, 1980s Fischer Leuchten Germany
By Fischer Leuchten
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous flush mount light in clear heavy Murano ice glass with a wooden frame. It can be used
Category
Vintage 1980s German Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Exceptional Pair of Amber Murano Glass Pendant Lights Venini Style, 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
statement pieces. Heavy quality thick Murano crystal glass shade made out of overlay glasses of clear, light
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Beautiful Murano Glass Flush Mount by Kaiser Leuchten, Vintage German, 1960s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous large drum-shaped flush mount chandelier made of heavy textured clear iced Murano glass on
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Monumental Square Murano Glass Flush Mount by Kaiser Leuchten, Vintage German
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Nuernberg, DE
-shaped fixture features an outer glass ring and a central flat disc made of heavy textured clear Murano
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Monumental Square Murano Glass Flush Mount by Kaiser Leuchten, Vintage German
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Nuernberg, DE
-shaped fixture features an outer glass ring and a central flat disc made of heavy textured clear Murano
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Large Cenedese Italian Asymmetric Blue Sommerso Murano Glass Bowl, Dish, Ashtray
By Antonio da Ros, Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Antonio da Ros (attributed) for Cenedese large & heavy vintage Italian Murano glass bowl, serving
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Large Cenedese Italian Asymmetric Blue Sommerso Murano Glass Bowl, Dish, Ashtray
By Cenedese, Antonio da Ros
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Antonio da Ros (attributed) for Cenedese large & heavy vintage Italian Murano glass bowl, serving
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Large Cenedese Italian Asymmetric Green Sommerso Murano Glass Bowl Dish, Ashtray
By Cenedese, Antonio da Ros
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Antonio da Ros (attributed) for Cenedese large and heavy vintage Italian Murano glass bowl, serving
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Yellow Murano Sommerso Glass Bowl Antonio Da Ros for Cenedese Attributed
By Cenedese, Antonio da Ros
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Antonio da Ros (attributed) for Cenedese large and heavy vintage Italian Murano glass bowl, serving
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Large "Color Waterfall" Art Glass Bowl by Ferro
Lazzarini, Murano, 1980s
By Ferro
Lazzarini 1
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large "Color Waterfall" Art Glass Bowl by Ferro & Lazzarini, Murano 1980s
A large and heavy Murano
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
1960 Kalmar Swirl
Citrus
Pendant Lamp Amber Murano Glass
Brass
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant Swirl ’Citrus’ pendant light with heavy amber and clear swirl Murano glass elements on a
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Vintage Italian Murano Red and Clear Sommerso Glass Bowl, Dish or Ashtray
By Antonio da Ros, Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Antonio da Ros for Cenedese (attributed) heavy vintage Italian Murano glass bowl or ashtray, circa
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Huge Cenedese Italian Rhombus White and Clear Murano Glass Bowl, Dish, Ashtray
By Antonio da Ros, Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Antonio da Ros for Cenedese huge oversized large and heavy vintage midcentury modern Italian Murano
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Pair Large Zanetti Glass Seal Sculptures, Murano, Italy
By Licio Zanetti
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Pair of large heavy hand-blown clear Murano glass seal sculptures by Licio Zanetti.
In 1956 Zanetti
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass
$378 Sale Price
80% Off
Murano Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Honsel Leuchten, Germany, 1970s
By Honsel
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful flush mount with a heavy textured Murano glass on a metal fixture. The Murano glass is
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
1 of 3 Large Murano Glass Flushmount Fixture Kaiser, Germany, 1970s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Aachen, NRW
Gorgeous large round shaped flush mount with murano heavy textured clear iced glass on a metal
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Honsel Leuchten, Germany, 1970s
By Honsel
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful flush mount with a heavy textured Murano glass on a metal fixture. The Murano glass is
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Large Cenedese Italian Asymmetric Red Sommerso Murano Glass Bowl Dish or Ashtray
By Cenedese, Antonio da Ros
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Antonio da Ros for Cenedese large and heavy vintage Italian Murano oval shaped glass bowl, serving
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Wave Pattern Murano Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light Honsel, Germany, 1970s
By Honsel
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful wave pattern flush mount. Gorgeous heavy textured Murano glass flush mount with metal
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Large Cenedese Italian Asymmetric Red Sommerso Murano Glass Bowl Dish or Ashtray
By Cenedese, Antonio da Ros
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Antonio da Ros (attributed) for Cenedese large and heavy vintage Italian Murano glass bowl, serving
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Large Cenedese Italian Asymmetric Red Sommerso Murano Glass Bowl Dish or Ashtray
By Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Cenedese large and heavy vintage Italian Murano glass bowl, serving dish or ashtray, circa 1965
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Large Italian Alexandrite and Blue Sommerso Murano Glass Bowl, Dish or Ashtray
By Cenedese, Antonio da Ros
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Antonio da Ros (attributed) for Cenedese large & heavy vintage Italian Murano glass bowl, serving
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Pendant Light Huge Italian Amber Handblown Bubble Glass, Vintage 1960s
By Seguso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A nice heavy murano bubble glass Pendant Light.
Vintage Hand Blown Italian Caged Glass Hanging
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
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Heavy Murano Glass For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of heavy murano glass on 1stDibs. Frequently made of glass, murano glass and art glass, every piece of heavy murano glass was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for an item from our selection of heavy murano glass, we have 74 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a choice in our collection of heavy murano glass — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of heavy murano glass is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. Cenedese, Archimede Seguso and J.T. Kalmar each produced at least one beautiful option in this array of heavy murano glass that is worth considering.
How Much is a Heavy Murano Glass?
Prices for a piece of heavy murano glass can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $356 and can go as high as $14,739, while the average can fetch as much as $1,044.
Questions About Heavy Murano Glass
- 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.
- What is Murano glass made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Murano glass is made of a combination of materials. In most cases, artisans use a blend of silica, soda, lime and potassium to produce the colorful art glass. The mixture gets heated to a high temperature to melt it, so that glassblowers can form it into various shapes. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Murano glass.
- Where is Murano glass signed?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Authentic 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. To best determine if a Murano glass is authentic, look up the location of the factory found on the label. All authentic Murano glass is produced in Venice or Murano. Always purchase Murano glass from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Browse a selection of authentic Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- Can Murano glass be clear?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Although Murano glass is usually brightly colored, there are a few varieties of clear Murano glass. Cristallo glass, which is achieved by a process of bleaching, is a type of clear Murano glass. Shop a range of antique and vintage Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- How can I identify Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano 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. Find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022All Murano glass pieces are either hand-blown or mouth-blown in Murano, Italy. This will cause small imperfections like air bubbles or a Pontil mark. In addition, the glass master will leave his signature on the piece indicating its authenticity. It’s important to purchase from a vetted seller or vendor to ensure authenticity. Shop authentic Murano glass pieces from 1stDibs.