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Bowl in Murano glass in style Venini circa 1950
By Venini
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible bowl in Murano glass style Venini circa 1960
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian International Style Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Stylish Blue Somerso Glass Bowl / Centerpiece by Murano Glass
By Murano 5
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish blue somerso glass bowl / centerpiece by Murano Glass, circa 1970s. The beautiful freeform
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass
$300 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Murano Glass Centerpiece By Cenedese
Albarelli, 1970s
By Cenedese
Albarelli
Located in Palermo, IT
Large Murano glass centerpiece by Cenedese & Albarelli, 1970s
Purchased and stored, it is intact
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
Set of 6 Tall Flutes, Murano Glass Signed Cenedese in Delicate Aquamarine Glass.
By Amelio Cenedese
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This is a complete and rare set of six Murano glass flutes, handmade in the 1950s by the renowned
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Cesare Toso Label Block Vase with light blue Core
By Cesare Toso
Located in Verviers, BE
Murano Cesare Toso With A Label Block Vase with light blue Core
This iconic Murano design takes a
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
SET Italian Blue
White Murano Glass Bowls, Italy, 1950s
By AIREDELSUR
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
. Murano glass is glass in a chemical sense of the word. However, Murano glass is as different from, say
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Barware
Materials
Glass
Amelio Cenedese, Set of 36 Glasses Murano, Italy, circa 1950s
By Cenedese
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
glasses, and twelve water goblets. Each piece is executed in transparent Murano glass, with a chromatic
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$5,696 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Mid Century Style Murano Glass Small Blue and White Bowl, Italy, 2000s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
other murano glass bowls and minimalistic design of the 2000s design era.
This item is a wonderful
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Ashtrays
Materials
Crystal
Beautiful Murano Glass Vase, Blue Green and White, Vintage Italy 1980s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful glass vase with a frill inlet designed by a Murano Glassworker in Venice Italy in the
Category
Vintage 1980s Polish Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Mid Century Vintage Blue Decorative Murano Glass Calla Vase, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Vintage glass in very good condition. The vase looks like it has just been taken out of the box. No
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Glass
Ice cube ashtray by Antonio Imperatore, blue murano glass, Italy, 1970
By Cristallerie Antonio Imperatore
Located in BARCELONA, ES
. Circular frosted murano glass ashtray handcrafted by venetian master glassmakers. Decorative object that
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Ashtrays
Materials
Crystal
Large Murano Glass Bullicante blue silver Bubble Bowl Element Shell, Italy, 1970
By Flavio Poli, Alessandro Mandruzzato
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Murano glass bowl element ashtray
Origin:
Murano, Italy
Decade:
1970s
This
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
Ice cube lighter by Antonio Imperatore, blue murano glass, Italy, 1970
By Cristallerie Antonio Imperatore
Located in BARCELONA, ES
murano glass lighter with a magnifying effect on its facets, handcrafted by venetian master glassmakers
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Ashtrays
Materials
Crystal
Dino Martens par Aureliano Toso Murano glass circa 1950
By Dino Martens
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
incredible Murano vase from the fifths attributed to Dino Martens to Aureliano Toso
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian International Style Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
1970s Modern Purple Blue and Yellow Faceted Murano Glass Ashtray by Seguso
By Seguso
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A faceted purple, yellow and blue sommerso murano glass ashtray designed and manufactured in Venice
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
Light Blue Murano Glass Cocktail Set of 6 Glasses and a Pitcher by La Murrina
By La Murrina
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
are made in light blue hand-blown Murano glass.
Their original box is included.
Every piece is
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Barware
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Ashtray or Bowl, Flavio Poli Submerged Glass Amber Blue, Italy, 1960
By Flavio Poli
Located in Roma, IT
Magnificent bowl or ashtray in Murano glass blue with amber shades. This fantastic item was
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Art Glass Bowl Catchall roségold and blue, Vintage, Italy, 1970s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous hand blown Murano art glass piece with Sommerso and bullicante techniques. A beautiful
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass
Stylish Swimming Swan Art Glass Sculpture by Murano Glass
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish swimming swan art glass sculpture by Murano Glass, circa 1980s. The piece has a wonderful
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
$460 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of 6 FIZZY blue glasses with orange glass rims, by Giberto Venezia
By Giberto Venezia
Located in Venezia, IT
The Fizzy Glasses are cylindrical creations crafted with the traditional rigà-menà technique, where
Category
2010s Italian Glass
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Hand Blown Murano Glass Pitcher, 1950
s
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hand Blown Murano Glass Pitcher, Circa 1980
Sourced by Martyn Lawrence Bullard from London, England
Category
Late 20th Century Pitchers
Materials
Murano Glass
Gorgeous Murano Italian Art Glass Giant Octopus Paperweight, Italy, 1980s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful Murano hand blown Italian art glass Statue, paper weight or sculpture. Showing a giant
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid-Century Modern Red and Blue Sommerso Murano Glass Vase by Flavio Poli 1950
By Flavio Poli
Located in Madrid, ES
Mid-century Modern Glass vase. Attributed to Flavio Poli for Seguso. Italy, 50s.
In sommerso glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Blue Murano Ashtray or Bowl with Silver Flecks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian blue Murano glass ashtray or bowl infused with silver flecks / Made in Italy, circa
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
$839 Sale Price
30% Off
Blue Murano Glassware, 1970s, Set of 8
By Carlo Moretti
Located in Collonge-Bellerive, GE
This exquisite set of eight Murano glasses showcases the exceptional craftsmanship of traditional
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
$949 / set
Set of 6 Murano Art Glass Tumblers, Mezzo Ritorto hues of blue and red, Signed
By Silvio Piattelli
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Set of six Murano glass tumbler glasses made A Canne, in a great combination of hues of blue and a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Murano Glass
Light Blue Murano Pulegoso Bowl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian light blue Murano glass bowl carefully hand blown with small bubbles inside the
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
$480 Sale Price
40% Off
Mid-Century Modern Blue and Black Sommerso Murano Glass Vase by Flavio Poli 1950
By Flavio Poli
Located in Madrid, ES
Mid-century Modern Glass Bowl. Attributed to Flavio Poli for Seguso. Italy, 50s.
In sommerso glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Large Seguso Viro Vibrant Blue Interior Striped Murano Glass Signed Vase
By Seguso Viro
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Large Seguso Viro vibrant blue interior striped Murano Glass signed Vase. Complicated hand blown
Category
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
French Blue Murano Glass Lamps
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in New York, NY
Barovier influenced Murano glass lamps with a Classic design of a fluted teardrop body, orb and
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$6,800 / set
Urban Modern Blue Adventurine Six Murano Glass Vases, 2024
By Urban Glass
Located in Murano, Venezia
Kanne Drite Collection – Blue Murano Glass Vases
The Kanne are colored Murano glass cylinders which
Category
2010s Italian Modern Jars
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Barovier Toso Murano Gold Flecks Blue Swirl Italian Art Glass Heart Dish Bowl
By Ercole Barovier, Barovier&Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful, and very rare, vintage Murano hand blown blue and gold flecks Italian art glass heart
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Gold Leaf
Gianmaria Potenza Large Murano Glass Complicated Murrine Vase in Vibrant Blue
By Gianmaria Potenza
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Gianmaria Potenza Large Murano Glass complicated Murrine vase in Vibrant sky blue. Size of the
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
Sculptural submerged glass ashtray by Gianfranco Mandruzzato Murano 1970
By Mandruzzato
Located in Conversano, IT
glass: an internal core in blue glass is immersed in a substantial light-blue layer and subsequently
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
Large Cenedese Venetian Italian Murano Glass Blue Spirali Bowl or Serving Dish
By Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Large vintage midcentury Italian, Venetian Murano spirali glass serving bowl or dipping dish
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
Elegant Set of Four Pale Blue Murano Glass Stemware from the 1960s
Located in PARIS, FR
, expertly crafted from hand-blown Murano glass in the 1960s. This charming collection includes two smaller
Category
20th Century Glass
Materials
Glass
Galliano Ferro Murano Turquoise, Blue, Red Yellow Fused Caned Glass Bowl Vintage
By Galliano Ferro
Located in North Miami, FL
The amazing colors of this sculptural masterpiece of an Italian vintage Murano glass bowl ring with
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass
Vintage White and Blue Decorative Murano Glass Mini Vase, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Decorative white and blue murano glass vase from Italy. Vase is in very good vintage condition, no
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic, Glass, Murano Glass
Italian Murano Glass Bowl Centerpiece, Italy, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Splendid and heavy centerpiece in Murano artistic glass. The bowl is a true piece of art created by
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Multicolored Murano Glass Plate by Berit Johansson for Salviati, 1991
By Salviati, Berit Johansson
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Murano glass centerpiece dish designed by Berit Johansson for Salviati in 1991. Signature of the
Category
1990s Italian Post-Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Set of Two Small Vases Sommerso Murano Glass, 1970s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Paris, IDF
Beautiful set of two Sommerso Murano glass vases made in the 1970s. These two small vases have nice
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
$308 Sale Price / set
60% Off
Antonio da Ros Murano Glass Sommerso Vase for Cenedese
By Antonio da Ros, Cenedese
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful sommerso glass with a very traditional bubble design by Antonio da Ros.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Murano Red, White, Green, Turquoise, Purple, Blue Glasses Set /6 Barware
Located in North Miami, FL
These vintage Italian murano hand blown tumblers are great barware and a set of 6. They have
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Glass
Materials
Gold
Vintage Blue White and Green Murano Glass Bowl
By Murano 5
Located in Montreal, QC
Blue white and green Murano glass bowl.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Vases
Materials
Glass
ROSTRATO
Murano Glass Vase, Italy
Green Spikes
By Alberto Donà
Located in Berlin, Berlin
Large hand-blown ROSTRATO glass vase, Italy, Murano.
Handblown light green glass vase with spikes
Category
2010s Italian Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
Murano Glass Bullicante "Green" Bowl Element Shell Ashtray Murano, Italy, 1970s
By Flavio Poli, Alessandro Mandruzzato
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Murano glass bowl, ashtray element
Origin:
Murano, Italy
Decade:
1970s
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
Barovier Hexagonal Serving Tray Blue Murano Glass Mirror-Engraved, Italy 1940s
By Barovier
Located in Roma, IT
cobalt blue Murano blown glass, secured by silvered metal mounts, a detail that highlights Barovier’s
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Metal, Silver, Chrome
Antonio da Ros Asymetric Murano Glass Sommerso Bowl/Dish, Uranium/Blue
By Antonio da Ros, Cenedese
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful uranium Murano glass bowl designed by Antonio Da Ros.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Glass
Materials
Glass
Murano Glass Bullicante "Green" Bowl Element Shell Ashtray Murano, Italy, 1970s
By Alessandro Mandruzzato, Flavio Poli
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Murano glass bowl, ashtray element
Origin:
Murano, Italy
Decade:
1970s
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass Pitcher Vase Ascribable to Toso with Blue and Yellow Canes
By Toso Vetri D
arte
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1940s - 1950s.
This pitcher vase is made in Murano glass and features royal blue and
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers
Materials
Murano Glass
Archimede Seguso vase in Murano glass "Opalino Costolato" circa 1950
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Archimede Seguso Murano vase circa 1950 in "Opalino Costolato".
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian International Style Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass Bullicante "Green" Bowl Element Shell Ashtray Murano, Italy, 1970s
By Alessandro Mandruzzato, Flavio Poli
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Murano glass bowl, ashtray element
Origin:
Murano, Italy
Decade:
1970s
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
Antique Hand Blown Clear, Red and Blue Murano Glass Flute with Gilded Details
Located in Toronto, ON
Heighten any table with an antique hand blown Murano glass flute/vase. Delicate and ornate, each
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Barware
Materials
Murano Glass
Carlo Moretti Set of Eight White and Blue Murano Glass Goblets
By Carlo Moretti
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Carlo Moretti set of 8 white and confined blue color. Murano glass goblets. It depicts a
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Crystal Serveware
Materials
Murano Glass
$380 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Beautiful Blue and Clear Art Glass Sommerso Bowl Object Vintage, Murano, Italy
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous hand blown Murano art glass piece with Sommerso and bullicante techniques. A beautiful
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass
Vintage Teal Murano Glass Cornucopia Vase by Archimede Seguso, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s.
Made in Murano glass.
It is a vintage piece, therefore it might show slight
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Vintage Heart Shape Art Glass Paperweight Cobalt Blue, Yellow and Murine
By Fratelli Toso, Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Murano Vintage Yellow Heart Glass With Bubbles Paperweight Desk Accessory.
Beautiful Murano Art
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
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Murano Blue Glass For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of murano blue glass on 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, murano glass and blown glass. Find 6352 options for an antique or vintage piece of murano blue glass now, or shop our selection of 893 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without an item from our selection of murano blue glass — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right choice in our collection of murano blue glass, those designed in mid-century modern, modern and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made object in our assortment of murano blue glass over the years, but those crafted by Venini, Cenedese and Archimede Seguso are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Murano Blue Glass?
A piece of murano blue glass can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,707, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $330,271.
Questions About Murano Blue 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- Why is Bristol glass blue?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Bristol glass gets its signature blue hue from the inclusion of cobalt oxide in the glass-making process. Bristol blue glass has been made in Bristol, England, since the 18th century and is a favorite among collectors. Find a selection of Bristol blue glass goods on 1stDibs.
- What is the value of blue glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The value of blue glass varies greatly depending on the condition of the glass and it may differ based on what a seller is asking for it. Reasonably priced vintage cobalt blue selections vary widely in variety and price. A single piece of blue glass may cost anywhere between $15 and $50. Visit 1stDibs for blue glass kitchenware ranging from below $1,000 to over $3,000.
- Is all blue glass cobalt?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, not all blue glass is cobalt glass. Only those made with cobalt oxide can be called cobalt. In some pieces, the presence of copper oxide accounts for the color, however, cobalt glass is much more common. You'll find a collection of cobalt glass on 1stDibs.
- How much is Murano glass worth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021How 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.
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