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Kalmar Ice Glass Sconce Murano Wall Lights, Austria 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in München, BY
square textured Murano crystal glass panels fixed by screws. Very good original condition with minor
Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Green 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

Antonio Da Ros Large Italian Murano Clear Sommerso Glass Bowl, Dish or Ashtray
By Antonio da Ros, Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Antonio Da Ros for Cenedese large heavy vintage Italian Murano glass bowl or ashtray circa 1975
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass

1970s Space Age Sommerso Murano Glass Huge Single Flower Vase by Flavio Poli
By Flavio Poli
Located in Aci Castello, IT
An heavy sommerso purple murano glass vase made in the Seventies by flavio Poli. It's in perfect
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Ice 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

Paolo Venini Frosted Murano Art Glass Vase Manufactured by Venini Italy 1997
By Venini, Paolo Venini
Located in Miami, FL
A heavy black and white Murano art glass vase designed by Artist Paolo Venini. Frosted Murano glass
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Ice 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

1960 Italy Mazzega Iced Pendant Chandelier Murano Glass Chrome by Carlo Nason
By AVMazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant pendant light with large, clear and heavy interlocking Murano glass elements on a chromed
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Midcentury Murano Sommerso Art Glass Vase by C.O.V.E.M, 1960s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Midcentury Murano sommerso art glass vase by C.O.V.E.M, 1960s A heavy Murano Sommerso art glass
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Large Louis XV Style Chandelier with Murano Glass Crystals and Iron, Italy
Located in New York, NY
This large Louis XV style chandelier is handcrafted in Italy with heavy and large Murano glass
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Louis XV Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Green decorative Murano bowl
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

Green decorative Murano bowl
Green decorative Murano bowl
$336 Sale Price
20% Off
Mazzega Tulip Pendant Lamp Green Clear Murano Glass by Carlo Nason Italy 1960s
By Carlo Nason, AVMazzega
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant pendant light with large and heavy, clear and green Murano glass petals on a metal frame
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Pair of Large 25" Frosted Murano Glass Mirror Wall Sconces by Eglo, Austria 1960
By EGLO Leuchten, Vistosi, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant set of two large mirror wall sconces made of heavy, thick hand blown textured Murano glass
Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

1 of 2 1960s Germany Kaiser Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp Murano Glass Brass
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant flush mount ceiling fixture made of heavy blown Murano glass on a white metal frame and
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Pair of J.T. Kalmar Amber Murano Lava Wall Sconces Glass Brass, Austria 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar, Carlo Nason, AVMazzega
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant set of two wall lights made of heavy, thick, frosted Murano glass with individual amber
Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

Italian Murano Mid-Century Sommerso Stylized Tentacle Art Glass Vase
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
in Murano. The heavily made clear glass vase stands on a narrow round shaped base with vertical
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Barovier Toso Rare Pairs of Murano Glass Iridescent Clamshell Sconces 1940s
By Ercole Barovier, Barovier&Toso
Located in New York, NY
iridescent Murano glass featuring deep ribbing and pronounced lobes, Italy, circa 1940. These exquisite
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Nickel

Large Amber Murano Flush Mount Glass Brass by Kaiser, Germany, 1960
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Gorgeous flush mount ceiling fixture made of heavy blown amber Murano glass on a brass frame and
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Murano Stacked Ball Table Lamp
Located in Bradenton, FL
Very heavy Vintage Italian Murano Art Glass Table Lamp. Stunning hand-blown lamp made in Murano
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Bubble Glass and Chrome Wall Light Sconce Hustadt Leuchten Germany, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous wall light by Hustadt Leuchten Germany. Heavy thick murano glass on a metal fixture. The
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Murano Bubble Glass and Chrome Flush Mount by Hustadt Leuchten Germany, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous flush mount by Hustadt Leuchten Germany. Heavy thick murano glass on a metal fixture
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Murano Glass and Chrome Flush Mount by Hustadt Leuchten Vintage, German, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous flush mount by Hustadt Leuchten Germany. Heavy thick murano glass on a metal fixture
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Large 34cm Murano Ice Glass Wall Light Sconces Hillebrand Leuchten Germany, 1970
By Peill Putzler, Glashütte Limburg, J.T. Kalmar, Hillebrand
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
: 1970s This modernist light was produced in Germany in the 1970s. It is made from heavy italian murano
Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

1960s, Acid Yellow Murano Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Acid yellow murano lamp. Very heavy glass. Lots of gold flecks and flakes throughout. New acrylic
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano hanging lamp by Carlo Nason "Artichoke"
By Carlo Nason, AVMazzega
Located in Hannover, DE
A masterpiece by Carlo Nason, Murano Artichoke. Very heavy mid-century Murano glass pendant lamp by
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Murano hanging lamp by Carlo Nason LT 338 Mazzega
By Carlo Nason, AVMazzega
Located in Hannover, DE
A very heavy mid-century Murano glass pendant light by Carlo Nason, model LT338, for Mazzega. This
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Murano hanging lamp by Carlo Nason for J.T. Kalmár
By Carlo Nason, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hannover, DE
Very heavy mid-century Murano glass pendant lamp by Carlo Nason for J.T. Kalmár. This vintage item
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Murano hanging lamp by Carlo Nason for J.T. Kalmár
By Carlo Nason, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hannover, DE
Very heavy mid-century Murano glass pendant lamp by Carlo Nason for J.T. Kalmár. This vintage item
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Murano hanging lamp by Carlo Nason for A.V. Mazzega
By Carlo Nason, AVMazzega
Located in Hannover, DE
Very heavy mid-century Murano glass pendant light by Carlo Nason for Mazzega. This vintage item is
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Set of Two Seguso Table Lamp Murano, Italy, 1968
By Seguso Vetri d Arte
Located in Munich, DE
Seguso table lamp model “14092” , heavy grey Murano glass and nickled-plated metal, in very good
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Ercole Barovier for Barovier Toso Iridescent Glass Bowl, Italy 1948
By Barovier&Toso, Ercole Barovier
Located in Naples, IT
Bowl or "a large costolature" cup in heavy iridescent Murano glass, designed by Ercole Barovier for
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Murano Glass

Large Postmodern Red, Black and White Glass Vase attr. to Carlo Moretti, Italy
By Carlo Moretti
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1970s. Made in heavy hand-blown Murano glass with bent strips with a double encasing
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Ercole Barovier Iridescent Grosse Costolature Clam Shell Glass Bowl, 1940s
By Barovier&Toso, Ercole Barovier
Located in New York, NY
shell bowl in heavy transparent iridescent clear Murano glass with undulating pronounced lobes and deep
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Blown Glass

German 1960s Blown Glass Flush Ceiling Light
Located in New York, NY
A decorative 1960s white enameled wood flush ceiling fixture with a heavy textured blown glass
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Glass, Wood

Large Scale "Pia" Pendants by Gabriella Noti Massari/Renato Toso for Leucos
By Noti Massari
Located in Danville, CA
, heavy White Blown Murano Glass with a Crystal band around the lower circumference are suspended by a
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Three Large "Quilt" Sconces/Flush Mount by Toni Zuccheri for Venini, Italy 1960s
By Toni Zuccheri, Venini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the 1960's. Each wall light features a square-shaped, heavily textured clear Murano glass panel with a
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Murano Glass

Rare table lamp by Paolo Venini inciso, sommerso, pesante Ed.Venini, Italy 1950
By Venini, Paolo Venini
Located in Renens, CH
" Murano glass, meaning "heavy" in Italian – a hallmark of quality and substance in Venetian glassmaking
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Ercole Barovier - Barovier Toso A Grosse Costolature Bowl 1942
By Barovier&Toso, Ercole Barovier
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Costolature' bowl in heavy iridescent Murano glass. Designed by Ercole Barovier and manufactured by Barovier
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

"Tinta" pendant lamp by Renato Toso Note Massari for Leucos
By Renato Toso, Leucos
Located in Hannover, DE
A stunning, very heavy, large Murano glass chandelier. "Tinta" hanging lamp designed by Renato Toso
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

"Tinta" pendant lamp by Renato Toso Note Massari for Leucos
By Leucos, Renato Toso
Located in Hannover, DE
A stunning, very heavy, large Murano glass chandelier. "Tinta" hanging lamp designed by Renato Toso
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Albano Poli for Poliarte "Stella" Table Lamp, Italy 1960s
By Albano Poli, Poliarte
Located in Naples, IT
stacked Murano glass cubes which are all handcrafted. Each one has their own unique bubble pattern. Lieve
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Wall lamps Model Citrus design by Kalmar made by Franken KG.
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Oirlo, LI
sconce is equipped with three light sockets (E14). Each fixture is composed by heavy Smoke Murano Glass
Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Massive Leuchten Wave Pattern Textured Flush Mount, Midcentury, 1970s
By Massive Lighting
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A stunning glass flush mount by Massive Leuchten. Very heavy Murano wave pattern glass. The flush
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Seguso Wall Lamp Applique, 1971
By Seguso Vetri d Arte
Located in Munich, DE
Seguso applique model “14463”, heavy grey Murano glass and black metal, in very good vintage
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Seguso Wall Lamp Applique, 1971
Seguso Wall Lamp Applique, 1971
$792 Sale Price
25% Off
Pair of Light Fixtures by Tom Ahlström Hans Ehrlich, Sweden
Located in Rijssen, NL
the Murano ice glass with its clear and amber tones. Forged iron and heavy Murano ice- glass in Amber
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

A pair of Brutalist Wall Sconces by Tom Ahlström Hans Ehrlich, Sweden
Located in Rijssen, NL
clear and amber tones. Forged iron and heavy Murano ice glass in Amber and clear glass tones. With a
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Brutalist Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Large Brutalist Wall Sconces by Tom Ahlström Hans Ehrlich, Sweden
Located in Rijssen, NL
patination and is set off by the Murano ice glass with its clear and amber tones. Forged iron and heavy
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Brutalist Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wrought Iron

Large Gino Cenedese Sommerso Vase, ca. 1960s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large Gino Cenedese Sommerso Vase, ca. 1960s A large and heavy Cenedese, Murano art glass vase
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

1 of the 5 Large Brutalist Sconces by Tom Ahlström Hans Ehrlich, Sweden
Located in Rijssen, NL
and is set off by the Murano ice glass with its clear and amber tones. Forged iron and heavy Murano
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Brutalist Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wrought Iron

Monumental Wave Pattern Textured Fischer Leuchten Flush Mount, Germany, 1980s
By Fischer Leuchten
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A stunning large chrome and Murano glass flush mount by Fischer Leuchten. Very heavy Murano wave
Category

Vintage 1980s German Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Pair of Grand J.T. Kalmar "Palazzo" Wall Sconces, Vienna, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
each six heavy ice Murano glass elements hanging on a gilt brass frame. Socket: Each 3 x e14 (for
Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Abalone, Glass

Organic Wave Pattern Glass Flush Mount or Sconce, Germany, 1970s
By Honsel
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A heavy Murano glass wave pattern flush mount. Made in Germany by Honsel Leuchten. Gorgeous
Category

Vintage 1980s German Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Swirl Pattern Textured Fischer Leuchten Flush Mount, Germany, 1980s
By Fischer Leuchten
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A stunning large chrome and Murano glass flush mount by Fischer Leuchten. Very heavy Murano swirl
Category

Vintage 1980s German Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Gorgeous Amber Murano Glass Vase by Cenedese
Located in Bern, CH
Impressive and heavy Murano glass vase manufactured by Vetri Cenedese marked and signed "Moyado
Category

1990s Italian Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Brass Pair of Shell Shaped Limburg Sconces with Murano Glasses, Germany, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Hagenbach, Rheinland Pfalz
coloured brass body and heavy Murano glass elements. They are in great vintage condition and work with E14
Category

Mid-20th Century German Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Kaiser Murano Ice Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp, Brass Wall Lamp, 1960s Germany
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Hagenbach, Rheinland Pfalz
unique smoke colored heavy Murano glass and brass colored base. Light is provided by 3 pieces E27 type
Category

Vintage 1960s German Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Heavy Murano Aquarium Sculpture by Roberto Commozo
By Formia Murano
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Large and heavy Murano aquarium sculpture by Roberto Commozo.
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

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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
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Murano 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    How 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, 2024
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    Murano 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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. 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Murano 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Murano 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Although 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Murano 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 ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    It 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 ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Whether 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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. Find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    There 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    How much Murano glass is worth depends on the size as well as on other factors. New Murano glass necklaces may cost up to $35 depending on the number of beads — a vintage Murano glass necklace may garner considerably more money — whereas a vase made of Murano glass can cost a few thousand dollars. Antique Murano art glass can fetch thousands of dollars at auction depending on the brand, the history of the piece, the technique used to design the piece and more. Find a collection of antique and vintage Murano glass jewelry and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 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 ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if Murano glass is vintage, it's usually necessary to conduct some online research using trusted sources. Start by looking for a maker's mark and then cross-referencing it with images published online to determine who made your piece. By learning more about the manufacturer and what they produced over the years by reading histories and exploring product catalogues, you can estimate the rough age of your piece. For Murano glass to be considered vintage, it must be between 20 and 99 years old. Older pieces are classified as antique. If you need assistance with dating your glassware, seek the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a range of Murano glass on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To 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.