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Large Seguso Murano Blue Conch Seashell Centerpiece Bowl
By Seguso Vetri d Arte
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Large eye-catching seashell or conch shaped Seguso Murano Sommerso Italian glass bowl centerpiece
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Centerpieces

Materials

Glass

Murano Art Glass Bowl Black Shell, Metals and Bright Colors, Attributed to AVEM
By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM), Dino Martens
Located in Verviers, BE
Stylish Murano art glass bowl attributed to AVEM and made in the 1960s. Distinctive black casing on
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Italian Murano Glass Wall Light Sconce Mauro Marzollo for Itre Italia 1 of 7
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
. Wall sconce light with a Murano blue glass diffuser on chrome metal mounting. These beautiful half
Category

20th Century Italian Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Murano Glass

Italian Midcentury Murano Glass Vase of the Sommersi Series, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian midcentury Murano glass vase of the Sommersi series, 1950s Vase of the I Sommersi series
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

"Tronco" Flavio Poli by Seguso Vetri D arte 1930s Emerald Murano Glass Vase
By Flavio Poli, Seguso Vetri d Arte
Located in Brescia, IT
"Tronco" series by Flavio Poli, Seguso Vetri d'Arte 1938 Emerald glass Perfect condition
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Unique Hand-Blown Glass Jug Signed by 20th Century Artisan, Vibrant Blue
Located in Benalmadena, ES
An exquisite hand-blown glass jug, meticulously crafted and signed by a 20th-century master
Category

20th Century European Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

A Pair of 1980s Venini Style Modernist Blue and Yellow Murano Glass Wine Coolers
By Venini
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A modernist blue and yellow murano glass pair of wine coolers designed and manufactured in Murano
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Wine Coolers

Materials

Murano Glass

1950s Hand Blown Italian Venetian Murano Glass Decorative Chalice Goblet
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Elegant, Venetian handblown glass goblet made on the isle of Murano, circa 1980s. Piece measures
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Baroque Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Italian Mid-Century Murano Art Glass Pitcher
By Cenedese
Located in Atlanta, GA
Handblown glass pitcher with swirling teal, white, and amber coloration, flared spout, and applied
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Blown Glass

Mid Century Blue Crystal Glass Ashtray, Italy, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This original vintage glass ash tray bowl element was designed and produced in the 1970s in
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Ashtrays

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 80 glasses-blue alabaster glasses
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel plated metal structure on 4 levels. The armor
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Midcentury Cenedese Aquamarine and Amber Murano "Sommerso" Glass Bowl, 1960s
By Cenedese, Flavio Poli
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning midcentury aquamarine and amber Murano Glass Bowl. This fantastic piece was designed in
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Antique Large "Borsa Pastore" Italian Murano Glass Pharmacy Apothecary Jar
Located in Victoria, BC
hand painted and gilt on a blue tinted Murano glass. Reads “BORSA PASTORE” on the label which refers to
Category

Antique Early 1900s Italian Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Barovier Toso Murano Barbarico Freeform Ashtray or Bowl Blue Silver 1950s
By Ercole Barovier, Barovier&Toso
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Rare and unusual Murano art glass bowl or ashtray was made with a layer of burst silver foil on
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Organic Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Art Glass, Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Beautiful pair of Murano Glass Tube wall sconces - 13 blue glass tube
By Mazzega
Located in Budapest, HU
Italian vintage pair of wall sconces in Murano glass and nickel-plated metal structure. The armor
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Antonio Salviati Pair of Murano Venetian Revival Champagne Glasses
By Antonio Salviati
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A fine pair of Murano Venetian revival art glass champagne glasses by Antonio Salviati and dating
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Revival Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

"The Sea Wave", Murano Glass centerpiece, Handmade in Italy, Unique Design, 2022
By Mosche Bianche
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
also dangerous and deadly. It represents the water, the circle of life. Glass fusing basically
Category

2010s Italian Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Light Blue White Cased Ruffled Murano Art Glass Bowl Italy Mid-Century Modern
By Murano 5
Located in Miami, FL
One of a kind ruffled Mid-Century Modern blown Murano Studio Art glass bowl. Light Blue blown
Category

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

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Color blue, 1940, Italian, Style: Art Deco
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 1940s Italian Art Deco Centerpieces

Materials

Murano Glass

FIZZY blue jug with orange glass rim, by Giberto Venezia
By Giberto Venezia
Located in Venezia, IT
The Blue Fizzy Glass was born from an intensive day in Murano alongside Maestro Gianni Seguso
Category

2010s Italian Glass

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Blue Murano glass Mid century sconces, a pair
By Mazzega
Located in Dallas, TX
sconces is made of a thick piece of aqua blue Murano glass, with an irregular surface. The Murano glass is
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Murano Glass

Italian vintage Murano Glass chandelier - 38 glasses - blue and trasparent
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Beautiful and huge Italian Murano Chandelier composed of 38 splendid trasparent and blue glasses
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

1960 Italy Post-Modern Murano Turquoise Blown Glass Bottle
Located in Brescia, IT
This is a very charming piece hand made in blown glass from the well known Murano isle, in Venice
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Murano Powder Blue Handblown Flower
By Murano 5
Located in Pasadena, TX
This flower is handblown. It was crafted in Murano, Italy. It is powder blue with 5 petals. Makes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Post-Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Set of 2 New Old Stock Murano Opaline Glass Ashtray Shell Bowl by Cenedese, 1960
By Cenedese
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Murano opaline glass ashtrays set of 2 Design: Gino Cenedese Producer
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass, Opaline Glass

Mid Century Vintage Blue Artistic Glass Vase, Europe, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
century Information: laminated glass, hand-formed, mass decoration with a crack motif. height: 24cm
Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Mid Century Vintage Blue Artistic Glass Vase, Europe, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
century Information: laminated glass, hand-formed, mass decoration with a crack motif. height: 20cm
Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Tapio Wirkkala for Venini Murano glass centerpiece/bowl "Coreano" 90
By Tapio Wirkkala, Venini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great simple design bowl by the well known artis/ designer Tapio Wirkkala. made for Venini , dated 90, signed
Category

1990s Italian Post-Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Murano Glass

Striking Light Blue Speckled Cockatoo / Bird Art Glass Sculpture by Murano Glass
By Murano 5
Located in San Diego, CA
Striking light blue speckled cockatoo art glass sculpture by Murano Glass, circa 1960s. The piece
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Murano Barbini Venetian Baby Blue Conch Seashell Centrepiece Bowl
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Seashell shaped Murano Italian handblown white and baby blue twisted ribbed glass bowl centrepiece.
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Centerpieces

Materials

Glass

Vintage Murano Glass Tray Green, White Swirls Handmade Mid Century Italy, 1970s
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Vintage Murano glass tray green, white swirls handmade Mid Century Italy, 1970s The vintage Murano
Category

20th Century Italian Platters and Serveware

Materials

Murano Glass

Mid Century Blue Artistic Glass Bowl Ashtray, Italy, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This original vintage glass ash tray bowl element was designed and produced in the 1970s in
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Ashtrays

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Baby Blue Italian Scavo Glass Wheat Vase with Handles, Vessel, Italy 1980
By Murano 5
Located in Miami, FL
Murano baby blue Scavo glass Murano Art glass bud vase, vessel, decanter Mid-Century Modern made in
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Large blue Murano glass leaf sconces - a pair
By Mazzega
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of large Mid-Century Modern light blue Murano glass sconces, Mazzega style, Italy 1980s. Three
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

1970s Teoreme Green and Clear Glass Vase by Salviati, Murano
By Salviati
Located in London, England
Sculptural vase in green and clear glass, with striking angled neck. There is a very small
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Formia Murano Art Glass Vase Vessel Venetian Italian Glass Green Blue Aventurine
By Formia Murano
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A dazzling murano art glass vase by Formia Murano hand made on the Venetian island of Murano. This
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass

Seguso Murano Glass Blue Four Leaf Clover Sommerso Bowl, Glows in UV
By Seguso, Murano Glass Sommerso, Flavio Poli
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Heavy, sculptural Murano glass bowl was made of blue glass with controlled bubbles effect encased
Category

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

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Uranium Glass

1960s Seguso Style Modern Heavy Green and Yellow Murano Glass Big ashtray
By Seguso
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a striking 1960s Seguso-style modern heavy Murano glass ashtray in a rich green hue. The
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Set of Three Modern Murano Glass Goblets, Blue, Red and Amethys
Located in Miami, FL
Set of three modern Murano glass goblets, completely handmade and mouth-blown. This striking set
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Crystal Serveware

Materials

Art Glass

Midcentury Vintage White and Blue Slim Murano Vase, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
jags, defects etc. Only one unique piece. Murano glass. Medium size 7x25cm. .
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Vintage Murano Turquoise Glass Vessel Bottle, Gold Droplets by Barovier e Toso
By Barovier&Toso
Located in North Miami, FL
This gorgeous vintage Murano glass bottle, vessel or object is the most spectacular turquoise color
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

A Pair of Cobalt Blue Murano Glass Jars, by Vintage Murano Gallery, 1990s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
An exquisite pair of Cobalt Blue Murano Glass Apothecary Jars from the 1990s, masterfully crafted
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Jars

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Venetian Murano Glass Bowl in Orange and Blue Sprinkles Italy 1970
By Murano 5
Located in Miami, FL
Handmade Venetian Murano glass bowl in the color of orange and blue. Mid-Century Modern centerpiece
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Murano Glass

Fratelli Toso Monumental Murano Glass Bottle/Decanter with Stopper and Label
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Murano glass. Has partial blue label for Toso Brothers in the 50/60 s.
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Ashtray / Valet Tray in Murano Glass, Italy, 1970
Located in Palermo, IT
Murano glass ashtrays / valet trays, Italy, 1970. Delicious examples of the high craftsmanship of
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Ashtrays

Materials

Glass

Mid Century Crystal Acqua Blue Glass 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

Mid Century Vintage Artistic Glass Dark Blue Vase, Europe, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
century Information: laminated glass, hand-formed, mass decoration with a crack motif. height: 28cm
Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Mid Century Small Blue and White Murano Vase, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Blue and white vase in amazing organic shape. Produced in 1960s. Glass in perfect condition. The
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Stylish Blue and Brown Murano Somerso Glass Bowl / Centerpiece
By Murano 5
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish blue and brown Murano somerso glass bowl / centerpiece, circa 1960s. The beautiful free
Category

20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Decorative Bowls

Materials

Blown Glass

XL 1.6kg Murano Glass Sommerso Bowl Ashtray by Luigi Mandruzzato, Italy, 1970s
By Mandruzzato
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Murano glass ash tray in XL dimensions Origin: Murano, Italy Producer: LUIGI
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Large Murano glass Chandelier -101 blue alabaster glass tube
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel plated metal structure. The armor polished
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

Vintage Murano Gallery: Iconic 1990 Blue Ribbed Glass Floor Lamp
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
composed of multiple segments of richly textured blue Murano glass, each meticulously crafted to catch and
Category

1990s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass

Late-Century Modern Italian Murano Sommerso Heavy Glass Votive Vase Signed "SKL"
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in San Diego, CA
Elegant Italian Murano Sommerso glass votive vase signed "SKL". The Art Deco Murano Spherical
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Vases

Materials

Blown Glass, Sommerso

Vintage Blown Art Glass Paperweight in Blue And Green Spiral 1960s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
spiral and blue sea waves sphere. A compliment to any desk or shelf to add to your Murano Art Glass
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Mazzega Murano Blue Art Glass Midcentury Wall Lights Sconces, 1970
By Mazzega
Located in Roma, Lazio
Ten beautiful leaves in classic blue Murano glass. Rich design for a truly beautiful wall light
Category

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

Materials

Murano Glass

Vintage Mid-Century Cenedese Murano Glass Bullicante Bubble Bowl Dish or Ashtray
By Carlo Scarpa, Fontana Arte, Cenedese, Venini
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Scarpa for Venini. Made from stunning light aqua green Murano glass bullicante or "Bubble" glass
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Midcentury Rosice Blue Glass Bowl Ashtray Element, Czech Republic, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This original vintage glass ash tray bowl element was designed and produced in the 1970s in Czech
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Ashtrays

Materials

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
  • 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 5, 2021
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Bristol 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.
  • 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.