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Vintage "Honey Bubble" Murano Glass Ashtray attr. to Barovier Toso, 1970s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage "Honey Bubble" Murano Glass Ashtray, attr. to Barovier & Toso. Murano Glass. Realized in
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Vintage 1970s Italian Decorative Bowls

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Art Glass

Vintage Red Bubble Murano Glass Ashtray attr. to Barovier Toso, 1970s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Red Bubble Murano Glass Ashtray attr. to Barovier & Toso. Realized in Italy in 1970s
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Vintage 1970s Italian Decorative Bowls

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Art Glass

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Ashtrays, 1960s
By Alessandro Mandruzzato
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Add a little shine into your home with this blue pair of asstrays.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

Mid Century Modern Turquoise Murano glass ashtray, controlled bubble technique
By Seguso
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a breathtaking Mid Century Modern Ashtray in Murano glass. Design is
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

Blue and Silver Murano Glass Ashtray or Catch-all Bowl
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage light blue, silver and gold Murano glass decorative bowl, vide-poche or cigar ashtray by
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Yellow Murano Glass / Ashtray - Decorative bowl from the 70 s
Located in Milano, IT
Murano Glass / Ashtray / Pop Art Glass / Coffee table decorative Decorative bowl in yellow glass
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Vintage 1970s European Space Age Glass

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Glass

Vintage Black Murano Glass Ashtray - Trinket Bowl by Fratelli Toso
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s. Made in polychrome Murano glass canes. It is a vintage piece, therefore it
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

CLEARANCE SALE Mutli Colored Murano Glass Ashtray / Bowl with Silver Fleck AS IS
By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM)
Located in Warrenton, OR
CLEARANCE SALE Mutli Colored Murano Glass Ashtray / Bowl with Silver Fleck. AS-IS CONDITION This
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

1970s Blue and Yellow Sommerso Faceted Murano Glass Ashtray by Seguso
By Seguso
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A rare semi faceted murano glass rectangular ashtray designed and manufactured by Seguso, it's in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

Mid-Century Murano Glass Ashtray or Bowl by Flavio Poli, Faceted Murano Glass
By Flavio Poli
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
Mid-Century Murano Glass ashtray or bowl by Flavio Poli - Faceted Murano Glass This is a beautiful
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-P...

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Murano Glass

Italian Clear Murano glass ashtray with red Murrine by VeArt Venezia
By VeArt
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Nice ashtray in clear Murano glass and murrine by VeArt. Original label. Signature engraved.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass, Murrine

Mid-Century Murano Glass Ashtray or Bowl by Flavio Poli, Faceted Murano Glass
By Flavio Poli
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
Mid-Century Murano Glass ashtray or bowl by Flavio Poli - Faceted Murano Glass This is a beautiful
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-P...

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Glass, Murano Glass

Ercole Barovier Murano Glass Ashtray Italy 50s Mid-Century Barovier Toso
By Ercole Barovier, Barovier&Toso
Located in Palermo, IT
ERCOLE BAROVIER . Barovier & Toso production, Italian design from the 50s. Star-shaped ashtray in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

Vintage Murano Glass Ashtray / Vide-Poche by Giulio Radi for Avem
By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM), Giulio Radi
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1960s. This ashtray / catchall is made in murano glass with murrines and silver leaf
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Silver Leaf

Vintage Purple Murano Glass Ashtray-Catchall by Ercole Barovier mod. "Porpora"
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s. Made in purple Murano glass with gold leaf. This is a piece of the "porpora
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Gold Leaf

Vintage Brown Murano Glass Ashtray / Catchall by Fratelli Toso with Murrines
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1960s. Made in Murano glass with murrines and silver flakes. It is a vintage piece
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Silver Leaf

Mid Century Modern, Seguso Murano Sommerso Blue Murano Glass Ashtray, Italy 1970
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Catania, IT
Sommerso Murano ashtray in shades of dark blue, it's made in Italy in the 1970s and in perfect
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

Tri-Color Murano Glass Ashtray by Flavio Poli for Seguso, 1960s
By Flavio Poli
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Heavy, partially collapsed and thick decorative small bowl or ashtray composed of 3-colored glass
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Blown Glass

Unique Murano Glass Ashtray in Millefiori – Mid-20th Century
Located in Knivsta, SE
Unique Murano Glass Ashtray in Millefiori – Mid-20th Century A beautiful and vibrant ashtray made
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

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Glass

Vintage Murano Glass Ashtray or Trinket Bowl by Avem Attributed to Dino Martens
By Dino Martens, Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM)
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s. It is made in murano glass. It is a vintage piece, therefore it might show
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

Murano glass ashtray attributable to Archimedes Seguso of the 60s
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Catania, IT
Murano glass ashtray attributable to Archimedes Seguso from the 60s with geometric figures coloured
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Vintage 1960s Italian Garniture

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Murano Glass

Vintage Murano Glass Ashtray, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Murano Green Glass Ashtray, realized in Italy in 1970s. Excellent condition.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Decorative Bowls

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Art Glass

Seguso Sommerso Murano Art Glass Triangular Bowl or Ashtray, Italy 1960s
By Seguso, Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Seguso Mid-Century Modern Sommerso Murano Glass Ashtray, Italy 1960s. Sculptural Murano Art Glass
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Art Glass, Blown Glass

Flavio Poli Ashtrays 1970s
By Flavio Poli
Located in Čelinac, BA
FlavioPoli Murano Glass Ashtray 1970s
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

Flavio Poli Murano Sommerso Triangular Art Glass Bowl / Ashtray, Purple Yellow
By Flavio Poli
Located in Barcelona, ES
Flavio Poli Seguso Faceted Decorative Bowl or Ashtray in Murano Glass
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Green Murano Ashtray or Bowl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian green Murano glass ashtray or bowl / Made in Italy, circa 1960s Measures: diameter
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

Green Murano Ashtray or Bowl
Green Murano Ashtray or Bowl
$540 Sale Price
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Blue and Yellow Murano Ashtray or Bowl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian blue and yellow Murano glass ashtray or bowl / Made in Italy, circa 1960s Measures
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

Amber Murano Ashtray or Bowl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian dark amber Murano glass ashtray or bowl / Made in Italy, circa 1960s Measures
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

Amber Murano Ashtray or Bowl
Amber Murano Ashtray or Bowl
$489 Sale Price
30% Off
Amber Murano Ashtray, 2 Available
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian clear and amber textured Murano glass ashtray / Made in Italy circa 1960s Length
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

Amber Murano Ashtray, 2 Available
Amber Murano Ashtray, 2 Available
$629 Sale Price / item
30% Off
Midcentury Murano Ashtray or Bowl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian midcentury clear Murano glass ashtray or bowl hand blown with beautiful curvatures
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

Midcentury Murano Ashtray or Bowl
Midcentury Murano Ashtray or Bowl
$600 Sale Price
40% Off
Flavio Poli Murano Sommerso Triangular Art Glass Bowl / Ashtray, Green Yellow
By Flavio Poli
Located in Barcelona, ES
Green and Yellow Flavio Poli Seguso Faceted Decorative Bowl or Ashtray in Murano Glass
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Amber Murano Pulegoso Ashtray or Bowl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian amber Murano glass ashtray or bowl carefully hand blown with small bubbles inside
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

Flavio Poli Murano Sommerso Triangular Art Glass Bowl / Ashtray, Red Yellow
By Flavio Poli
Located in Barcelona, ES
Flavio Poli Seguso Faceted Decorative Bowl or Ashtray in Murano Glass Sommerso faceted Murano glass
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Art Glass, Sommerso, 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
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

Flavio Poli Murano Sommerso Triangular Art Glass Bowl / Ashtray, Blue Yellow
By Flavio Poli
Located in Barcelona, ES
Flavio Poli Seguso Faceted Decorative Bowl or Ashtray in Murano Glass
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Glass, Art Glass, Sommerso, Murano 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
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Vintage 1970s Italian Ashtrays

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Glass

Original murano glass Sommerso ashtray, Italy, 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Vintage murano glass ashtray Sommerso made in Italy in the 1970s. The bowl is in good vintage
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

Murano Blue violet Sommerso Glass ashtray attr. to Seguso Vetri Darte, 1960s
By Seguso Vetri d Arte
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Blue and violet Murano glass ashtray made with the "sommerso" technique. Depending on the
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Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Ashtrays

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Murano 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
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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Ashtrays

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Crystal

1960s Flavio Poli Colorful Faceted Diamond Ashtray by Seguso, Murano, Italy
By Seguso Vetri d Arte, Flavio Poli
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful multi-faceted and polished Murano glass ashtray in a wonderful diamond shape from the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Ashtray by Flavio Poli for Seguso, Sommerso Glass, Murano, Italy, 1960
By Flavio Poli
Located in BARCELONA, ES
murano glass ashtray was hand-cut from the so-called "sommerso" technique of the italian master
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Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

Orange ice cube ashtray by Antonio Imperatore, Murano glass, Italy, 1970
By Cristallerie Antonio Imperatore
Located in BARCELONA, ES
1970s. Square Murano glass ashtray with a magnifying glass and frosted effect on its corners
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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Ashtrays

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Crystal

Murano Italian Art Glass Ashtray, Bubbles Design and Sterling Silver Details
Located in Barcelona, ES
Murano glass ashtray with million bubble drops and sterling silver accents. Italy, 1960s
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Sterling Silver

Amber Faceted Sommerso Ashtray by Mandruzzato
By Mandruzzato
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian amber faceted Murano glass ashtray blown in Sommerso technique / Designed by
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

1970s Mandruzzato Modernist Red Sommerso Murano Glass Ashtray
By Mandruzzato
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Mandruzzato in the 1970s, this modernist ashtray showcases the epitome of Murano glass craftsmanship and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Murano Glass

1970s Modernist Faceted Sommerso Murano Glass Big Ashtray by Seguso
By Seguso
Located in Aci Castello, IT
An iconic red, blue, and yellow faceted sommerso Murano glass ashtray designed and manufactured in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

Murano Glass Ashtray and Lighter Set by Mandruzzato
By Mandruzzato
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of three Murano glass pieces (ashtray, bowl and lighter). This striking set of Murano glass
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Vintage 1970s Italian Decorative Bowls

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Murano Glass

1950s Flavio Poli Murano Glass Ashtray or bowl
By Flavio Poli
Located in Palermo, PA
Murano glass, particularly his pioneering work with submerged glass, known as 'sommerso', during the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

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Murano Glass

Ashtray Murano Glass Sommerso Green Yellow Flavio Poli Italy 60s Mid-Century
By Flavio Poli
Located in Palermo, IT
Flavio Poli. Vintage Murano glass ashtray, featuring green and yellow colors and the sommerso glass
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

1980s Modernist Blue and Brown Murano Glass Triangular Ashtray
By Seguso
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A perfect condition blue and brown murano glass ashtray manufactured in Venice in the Eighties. The
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

Large Cenedese Italian Sommerso Murano Glass Ashtray, Italy 1960´s
By Cenedese
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Large Cenedese Italian Sommerso Murano glass ashtray. Italy 1960´s Utilizing the Sommerso technique
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

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Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern Blue/Yellow Sommerso Murano Glass Ashtray by Flavio Poli 1950
By Flavio Poli
Located in Madrid, ES
Mid-century Modern Glass Ashtray. Attributed to Flavio Poli for Seguso. Italy, 50s. In sommerso
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

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Murano 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
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

1960s by Pierre Cardin for Venini Murano Glass Ashtray
By Pierre Cardin, Venini
Located in Brescia, IT
Rare glass ashtray with flower Perfect condition.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

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Murano Glass

Hand Blown Amethyst Tone Murano Weighted Cased Art Glass Ashtray by Seguso
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-century "Sommerso" Amethyst Tone Murano glass ashtray by Archimede Seguso. The ashtray features
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

Midcentury Multicolored "Submerged" Murano Glass Italian Ashtray, 1960
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful midcentury multicolored "submerged" Murano glass ashtray. This wonderful item was
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

1970s Seguso Mid-Century Modern Purple Murano GlassItalian Triangular Ashtray
By Seguso Vetri d Arte
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a Sommerso Purple and transparent Murano glass ashtray designed and manufactured in Italy
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

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Murano Glass Ashtray For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the murano glass ashtray you’re looking for. Frequently made of glass, murano glass and blown glass, every murano glass ashtray was constructed with great care. There are 521 variations of the antique or vintage murano glass ashtray you’re looking for, while we also have 5 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer murano glass ashtray, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each murano glass ashtray bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks is very popular. Cenedese, Seguso Vetri d'Arte and Antonio da Ros each produced at least one beautiful murano glass ashtray that is worth considering.

How Much is a Murano Glass Ashtray?

Prices for a murano glass ashtray start at $111 and top out at $6,798 with the average selling for $587.

Finding the Right Serveware, Ceramics, Silver And Glass for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

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Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Murano Glass Ashtray
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To clean an old glass ashtray, fill your sink with warm water and mild dish soap. Place the ashtray in the sink and allow it to soak for a few minutes. Then, wipe with a soft sponge. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique and vintage glass ashtrays.
  • 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 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, 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
    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 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
    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 24, 2024
    Yes, 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, 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 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.