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21st Century Federico Peri Plissé Ashtray Murano Glass Various Colors
By Federico Peri, Purho Murano
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
21st century Federico Peri IRIDE PLISSE' ashtray Murano glass various colors.
Iride is a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
21st Century Federico Peri Cut Ashtray Murano Glass Various Colors
By Federico Peri, Purho Murano
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
21st century Federico Peri IRIDE CUT ashtray Murano glass various colors.
Iride is a collection of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
21st Century Federico Peri Stripe Ashtray Murano Glass Various Colors
By Federico Peri, Purho Murano
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
21st century Federico Peri IRIDE STRIPE ashtray Murano glass various colors.
Iride is a collection
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
21st Century Federico Peri Ashtray Plissé Murano Glass Various Colors
By Federico Peri, Purho Murano
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
21st Century Federico Peri IRIDE Ashtray Murano Glass Various Colors
and Versions: PLISSE
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
Archimede Seguso Murano Glass Abstract Black Cat Sculpture Gatto Nero 1960s
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Richmond, VA
Archimede Seguso Murano Glass Black Cat figurine designed with abstract outline which reminds of
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
$680 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of 6 Manilo opaque black glasses with withe glass rim, handmade in Murano
By Giberto Venezia
Located in Venezia, IT
blown in opaque black Murano glass and finished with a glass paste white rim, which is heat sealed
Category
2010s Italian Glass
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Mid-Century Modern Italian Ashtray in Black Murano Glass, 1960s
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Murano ashtray in gray/black glass.
Has a little chip on the bottom but still a beautiful pieces.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
An imitation of a coral branch from Wunderkammer, Italy 1780.
Located in Milan, IT
covered by stucco and Murano glass, black beads. Italy circa 1780.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Black and White Murano Tall Vase by Venini in Blown Murano Glass
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Black and white Murano tall vase by Venini in blown Murano glass, signed, circa 1960s
Blown and
Category
Vintage 1960s Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
Six Colorful Murano Champagne Cups on Twisted Clear Base
By Murano 5
Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH
Six colorful Murano champagne cups on twisted base.
Red/green/blue/clear brown/clear grey/clear
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass
Charles Pfister Black Murano Glass Bowl for Salviati, Italy, circa 1970
By Charles Pfister, Salviati
Located in Dronten, NL
A striking black Murano glass bowl designed circa 1970 by Charles Pfister for Salviati. This
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass Scilla Sink - Washbasin
By Roberto Beltrami
Located in Murano, VE
beauty of handmade Murano glass!
Category
2010s Italian Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
$2,137 / item
1960s Murano Vases Cased Glass Black
Green Italy
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Black Green Planters Vases Murano
cased art glass
6.25 h x 5.75 diameter
Preowned vintage condition
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Murano Green Glass Sculpture, 2000
Located in Roma, Lazio
beautiful green glass vase. The Murano glassworks create an undeniably timeless design, simple yet elegant
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Black and White Modern Italian Murano Art Glass Vase
Located in New York, NY
case the black and white outside with a blue inside. This Italian Midcentury Modern Murano art glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Trio of Shiny Black Stem Glasses in Murano Glass with Red Finishes Italy 1970s
Located in Villaverla, IT
Trio of Shiny Black Stem Glasses in Murano Glass with Red Finishes Italy 1970s
Entirely handmade of
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass
Midcentury Black Vase Sergio Asti Style for Venini Blown Murano Glass
By Venini, Sergio Asti
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Black vase Sergio Asti style for Venini in blown Murano glass, circa 1960s.
Measure cm: H 28
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass Dish Organic Shape
By Roberto Beltrami
Located in Murano, VE
twist. Made from Murano Glass and and available in a range of colors, this plate boasts a rounded
Category
2010s Italian Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass, Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
$783 / item
Artistic Chandelier Black Murano Glass 8 Lampshades IKO by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Artistic chandelier 8 arms black Murano glass, black lampshades by Multiforme.
The luxury
Category
2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
$8,798 Sale Price / item
20% Off
1960 Venezia Italy Mid-Century Modern Murano Blown Black Glass Bowl
Located in Brescia, IT
This beautiful Venetian item is a black blown glass totally hand made in 1960 circa by master
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Mint Condition Murano Barovier Black
Green Mount Blown Glass Art Vase
By Barovier
Located in Lisse, NL
combination of black, green and transparent glass is unlike anything we ever saw and it looks like something
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass, Glass, Murano Glass
Camozzo 1990 Modern Black Azure Blue Red Pink Yellow Murano Glass Vase
By Camozzo
Located in New York, NY
blown black murano glass with a perfect enamel like finish, overlaid with a post-modern decor like an
Category
1990s Italian Organic Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass, Murrine, Murano Glass
Seguso Vintage Springer Style Square Black Murano Glass Bowl Dish Ashtray 1980s
By Karl Springer, Seguso Vetri d
Arte
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Petite Karl Springer style black colored / coloured square vintage mid-century modern Murano glass
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Art Deco Black and Red Murano Glass Liqueur Set, Decanter and 5 Glasses
By Venini
Located in London, Fitzrovia
Art Deco black and red Murano glass liqueur set, decanter and 5 small glasses.
often attributed to
Category
20th Century Italian Art Deco Barware
Materials
Murano Glass
Huge Seguso Black Scavo Murano Glass Bowl Centrepiece 1980s
By Karl Springer, Seguso Vetri d
Arte
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Seguso Vetri d'Arte black 'a Scavo' centrepiece bowl circa 1980s/1990s in the style of Karl
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
Seguso Large Springer Style Square Black Murano Glass Bowl Dish Ashtray 1980s
By Karl Springer, Seguso Vetri d
Arte
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Large Karl Springer style black colored / coloured square Murano glass bowl, dish or ashtray by
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Black ice lighter by Antonio Imperatore, murano glass, Italy, 1970
By Cristallerie Antonio Imperatore
Located in BARCELONA, ES
. Black murano glass lighter frosted effect handcrafted by venetian master glassmakers. Decorative object
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Ashtrays
Materials
Crystal
Mid-Century Modern Black and Blue Murano Glass Bowl 1970
Located in Ibiza, Spain
Italian bowl designed in the 1970s, handmade in Murano glass. Signature engraved on the bottom
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Unique Murano Glass Vase in clear glass and black Abstract Drops 1960
s-70
s
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage Murano Vase - Thick Glass Sculpture - Bookshelf Decoration
Vintage soliflower Murano vase
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
$475 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-century Orange Vase with Black Rim c.1960
By Murano 5
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
Small cylindrical vibrant orange glass vase with black rim. Possibly Murano.
CREATOR
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass
Postmodern Murano Glass Ensemble, circa 1990s
Located in Villaverla, IT
This breathtaking ensemble of three hand-blown glass objects represents a pinnacle of Murano
Category
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Vintage Murano Decorative Glass Vase, Black
White, Bookshelf / Console Accent
Located in Milano, IT
in black and clear glass, with a white filigree running across. Nice, attractive and well preserved
Category
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
$418 Sale Price
20% Off
Seguso Murano Glass Bottle 1960 Italy
By Seguso Vetri d
Arte
Located in Milano, IT
Seguso Murano glass bottle 1960 Italy.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Other Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Set of 6 Artistic Handmade Glasses in Murano White Black Glass by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
These artistic glasses are handmade by the master artisan using black Murano glass with white paste
Category
2010s Italian Other Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
$655 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Murano Glass Ashtray in Red, Black, and White
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
Elegant Murano glass ashtray in bold red, black, and white glass.
This sculptural Hand-blown piece
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Glass
1980s Modern Black and White Murano Glass Figure of a Mexican
By Seguso
Located in Aci Castello, IT
glass lends a contemporary twist to the traditional Murano technique. The contrast between the two tones
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Murrina Art Glass Mid-Century Glass Vase, 1980
Located in Roma, Lazio
Fantastic vase from the Murano glassworks, both for its particular workmanship and for the colour
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass, Murrine
1940s Murano Opaque Black Glass with Irregular Brown Vein
Located in Marbella, ES
Opaque black glass with irregular brown veins making it unique. The base has a mark with the
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass
Seguso Vintage Pair of Square Black Murano Glass Bowls Dishes or Ashtrays 1980s
By Karl Springer, Seguso Vetri d
Arte
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Murano glass bowls, dishes or ashtrays by Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano, Italy circa 1980s. Elegant and
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Very rare Glass Vase / Sculpture In murano Glass 1970
s
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage Massive Glass vase, dark grey black glass center piece, table accent
Many are the
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass, Art Glass
$1,015 Sale Price
10% Off
Elegant Set of 2 Murano Glass Stemware - White with Red and Black Bases
Located in PARIS, FR
Indulge in timeless elegance with this exquisite set of two Murano glass stemware pieces, each
Category
20th Century Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Charming Pair of Brown Murano Glasses - Handcrafted Elegance
Located in PARIS, FR
Elevate your collection with this delightful pair of brown Murano glasses, each a stunning example
Category
20th Century Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Murano Signed Salviati Optical Black, White Matt Glass Object Sculpture
By Salviati
Located in North Miami, FL
This vintage 1980's Murano signed Salviati hand blown matt glass object and or sculpture are black
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
Seguso Huge Pair of Black Murano Glass Bowls / Ashtrays Mario Pinzoni Att. 1980s
By Karl Springer, Seguso Vetri d
Arte
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Karl Springer style pair of black colored / coloured heavy and thick round glass bowls, dishes or
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Midcentury Vintage Orange and Black Murano Glass Vase, Italy, 2000s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Beautiful vase made from Murano glass in perfect condition. The vase looks like it has just been
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Glass, Murano 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
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
Large Fish Art Deco Murano Glass
Located in Mariano Del Friuli, GO
Grande Pesce in vetro di Murano del periodo Art Dèco firmato dal Maestro Artigiano Vetraio ( vedi
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Glass
Materials
Brass
Murano Murrina Art Glass Mid-Century Glass Vase, 1980
Located in Roma, Lazio
Fantastic vase from the Murano glassworks, both for its particular workmanship and for the colour
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass, Murrine
VENINI Vase "Pirelli" Murano Glass 1990 Italy
By Venini
Located in Milano, IT
Vaso Murano Glass.
Category
1990s Italian Other Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid-Century Modern Italian Black and Purple Murano Glass Candle Holders, 1960s
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Beautiful set of two thick Murano glass candle holders in black purple reflections colors.
Both
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid 20th Century Murano Glass Decanter
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Murano glass decanter composed of a purple hued body, accented with a gold speckled glass bass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles
Materials
Murano Glass
Long Black and Transparent Murano Glass Centerpiece by Aureliano Toso, Labelled
By Aureliano Toso
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Murano glass in 1970s.
It might show slight traces of use since it's vintage, but it can be
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
Artistic Chandelier 6+6 Arms Black Murano Glass, Lampshades IKO by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Artistic chandelier 6+6 arms black Murano glass, black lampshades by Multiforme.
The luxury
Category
2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
$12,180 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Ottavio Missoni Italian Murano Glass "Mercurio" Plate for Arte Vetro Murano 1980
By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM), Ottavio Missoni
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Murano glass plate designed by Ottavio Missoni and produced by Arte Vetro Murano in the 1980s
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Ottavio Missoni Italian Murano Glass "Mercurio" Plate for Arte Vetro Murano 1980
By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM), Ottavio Missoni
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Murano glass plate designed by Ottavio Missoni and produced by Arte Vetro Murano in the 1980s
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Black Murano Glass "Tutti Frutti" Ashtray / Vide-Poche attr. to Avem
By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM)
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1960s.
This ashtray / catchall is made in Murano glass.
It is a "Tutti frutti" model
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
Seguso Huge Square Black &. White
Scavo
Murano Glass Bowl Springer Style 1980s
By Seguso Vetri d
Arte, Karl Springer
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Huge and rare Karl Springer style black colored / coloured square Murano glass bowl, dish or
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
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- 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.
- What is black glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Black glass is a color of glass achieved by adding manganese to the glass batch. Although named black glass, when held to light, black glass is more of a reddish-purple.
- Does Murano glass have markings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, Murano glass is typically marked. You will usually find the markings on the bases of pieces or in other inconspicuous areas. Generally, Murano glass will display a trademark and a maker's mark, indicating which shop produced it. In most cases, authentic Murano glass will not have the word "Murano" on it. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Murano glass.
- Does Murano glass break?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Murano glass can break. Generally considered very durable, Murano glass is still made of glass and it is susceptible to breaks if it’s improperly handled or dropped. Known as some of the best glass produced in the world, unfortunately it can still break. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- How is Murano glass marked?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024How Murano glass is marked varies. Some pieces feature a label, sticker or other mark that bears the name of the studio that produced them. Others may only have an artist's signature or be unmarked. However, Murano glass artisans rarely put the word "Murano" on their pieces, though you will often see the word on replicas. For assistance determining whether a particular piece is Murano, consult an expert appraiser or antiques dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Murano glass.
- What is Murano glass made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Murano glass is made of a combination of materials. In most cases, artisans use a blend of silica, soda, lime and potassium to produce the colorful art glass. The mixture gets heated to a high temperature to melt it, so that glassblowers can form it into various shapes. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Murano glass.
- Where is Murano glass signed?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Authentic Murano glass often, but not always, includes labels with the name of the workshop, the signature of the glass master and a certificate of authenticity. To best determine if a Murano glass is authentic, look up the location of the factory found on the label. All authentic Murano glass is produced in Venice or Murano. Always purchase Murano glass from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Browse a selection of authentic Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024Murano glass comes from Murano, an island located in the Venetian Lagoon to the north of Venice, Italy. Many people mistake the name Murano for that of a brand or company, but the term actually applies to glassware produced by a variety of makers. Fratelli Toso, Umberto Bellotto, the Salviati family, Ercole Barovier, Carlo Scarpa, Paolo Venini and Alfredo Barbini are just some of the glassblowers known for producing Murano glass. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Murano glass.
- Can Murano glass be clear?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Although Murano glass is usually brightly colored, there are a few varieties of clear Murano glass. Cristallo glass, which is achieved by a process of bleaching, is a type of clear Murano glass. Shop a range of antique and vintage Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022All Murano glass pieces are either hand-blown or mouth-blown in Murano, Italy. This will cause small imperfections like air bubbles or a Pontil mark. In addition, the glass master will leave his signature on the piece indicating its authenticity. It’s important to purchase from a vetted seller or vendor to ensure authenticity. Shop authentic Murano glass pieces from 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Murano glass does indeed have a pontil mark. Murano glass is individually blown in Venice, Italy, and the mark at the bottom is made by the rod used by the artisan when they shape the piece. Shop a collection of Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To 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.
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