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Murano Art Glass White and Black Midcentury Floor Lamp, 1950
By Murano 5
Located in Roma, Lazio
resting on a half moon also made in Murano glass. The components include a black glass disc at the bottom
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

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

Gianni Versace Archimede Seguso Large Hand Blown Murano Glass Vase Signed
By Gianni Versace
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Gianni Versace Murano large hand blown art glass vase by Archimede Seguso. Signed in script and
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

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Blown Glass

Fulvio Bianconi for Venini, Murano Glass Bottle / Decanter, Signed, Label
By Venini, Fulvio Bianconi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an original bottle without stopper, by the well known designer Fulvio Bianconi, has 3 acid marks and on top original foil label as shown in pictures.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

XXL Vintage Murano Glass Vase - Swirled Clear Glass with Purple Stripes, 1970s
By Murano 5
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
This XXL vintage Murano glass vase is a stunning piece of art, featuring swirled clear glass with
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20th Century Italian Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

XL Glass Bullicante "Red" Bowl Element Shell Ashtray Venini Murano, Italy, 1970
By Venini, Flavio Poli, Alessandro Mandruzzato
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Murano glass bowl, ashtray element Producer: Venini glass, murano Origin
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Maestro Renato Anatra Large Signed Murano Hand Blown Art Glass Sculpture
By Renato Anatra
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Maestro Renato Anatra large Signed Murano hand blown art glass sculpture. Signature as picture
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Ercole Barovier for Barovier and Toso Murano Glass Striato Vase Signed
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Ercole Barovier for Barovier and Toso Murano Glass Striato Vase Signed Barovier and Toso. Amazing
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Murano, Italy, Five Mouth-Blown and Engraved Drinking Glasses with Silver Rim
Located in København, Copenhagen
Murano, Italy, five mouth-blown and engraved drinking glasses with silver rim. Mid-20th Century
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Glass

Materials

Glass

Postmodern Large Round Blown Glass Serving Plate by Seguso, Murano, Italy
By Seguso Vetri d Arte
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1960s - 1970s. It's made in blown glass by Seguso, Murano, Italy; a blown mark is
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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Murano, Italy, Four Mouth-Blown and Engraved Glass Fingerbowls with Silver Rim
Located in København, Copenhagen
Murano, Italy, four mouth-blown and engraved glass fingerbowls with silver rim. Mid-20th century
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Glass

Materials

Glass

Murano, Italy, Six Mouth-Blown and Engraved Brandy Glasses with Silver Rim
Located in København, Copenhagen
Murano, Italy, six mouth-blown and engraved brandy glasses with silver rim. Mid-20th century. In
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Mid-20th Century Italian Glass

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century Ashtray Barovier Toso Murano Glass Bowl Sommerso Green Italy 70s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Palermo, IT
. The ashtray of a fantastic organic floral shape, was made of Murano glass with the famous sommerso
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Set of 2 Murano Glass Sommerso Bowl Shells Ashtray Element, Italy, 1970s
By Alessandro Mandruzzato, Flavio Poli, G. Campanella Co.
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Murano glass bowl elements Origin: Murano, Italy Decade: 1970s
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Black Glass and Brass Mid-Century Chandelier and Pendant, 2020
By Murano 5
Located in Roma, Lazio
entirely made of brass, while the large plates are made of black Murano glass. The position of the lights
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Straw Colored Murano Glass Pitcher Vase attr. to Vittorio Zecchin, Italy
By Vittorio Zecchin
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
external surface is slightly ribbed. It features a black Murano glass handle. This is a vintage item
Category

Vintage 1910s Italian Art Nouveau Pitchers

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Murano Glass

Vintage Mid-Century Cenedese Murano Green Glass Bullicante Bubble Bowl, or Dish
By Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Scarpa for Venini. Made from green Murano glass bullicante or "Bubble" glass with the original Cenedese
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Murano Glass

Murano 1890s Chatelaine Scent Bottle w/original Metal Cap Inner Glass Stopper
By Salviati
Located in Worcester Park, GB
stopper and metal hinged cap and chatelaine chain attachment. The glass sent bottle is from Murano and was
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Antique 1890s Italian Art Nouveau Glass

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Art Glass

Eel Sculpture in Crystal Murano glass with Black decorations, Italy in stock
By Formia Murano
Located in Venezia, IT
Unique Eel Sculpture in Crystal Murano glass with Black decorations, Italy in stock Dimensions: L
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Late 20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures

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Murano Glass

Signed Moretti Murano Hand Blown Glass Amazing battuto Vase with abstract design
By Moretti
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Signed Moretti Murano Hand Blown Glass Amazing battuto Vase with abstract design. The carving and
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1990s Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Set of Two 1930s Napoleone Martinuzzi Style Art Deco Murano Glass Bottles
By Napoleone Martinuzzi
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Two clear and black murano glass liquor bottles manufactured in Italy in the Thirties in the style
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Barware

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Murano Glass

Seguso Centerpiece Murano Glass Gold, 1955, Italy
By Seguso
Located in Milano, IT
Seguso centerpiece murano glass gold, 1955 Italy.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Other Centerpieces

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Porcelain

Grand Piano Sculpture in Murano Art Glass Attributed to Ercole Barovier Design
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Grand Piano Sculpture in Murano Art Glass attributed to Ercole Barovier design Circa 1950’s
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Murano, Italy, Six Mouth-Blown and Engraved Port Wine Glasses with Silver Rim
Located in København, Copenhagen
Murano, Italy, six mouth-blown and engraved port wine glasses with silver rim. Mid-20th century
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Glass

Materials

Glass

Large Seguso Viro Vibrant Blue Interior Striped Murano Glass Signed Vase Smaller
By Seguso Viro
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Large Seguso Viro vibrant blue interior striped Murano Glass signed Vase. This is the shorter
Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Murano, 1930, Italian
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
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Centerpieces

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Murano Glass

Murano , 1950, Italian
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
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Centerpieces

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Murano Glass

Anzolo Fuga Murano Art Glass Set of Glasses and Pitcher Grotesque Faces Enamel
By Anzolo Fuga
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Rare Murano handblown green Italian art glass large pitcher with 6 matching glasses done in enamel
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

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Art Glass

Mid Century Black Small Glass Bowl Ashtray Element, Italy, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This original vintage glass ash tray bowl element was designed and produced in the 1970s in Poland
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Mid-20th Century Italian Ashtrays

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Crystal

Exceptional Murano trasparent and black Glass Sputnik Chandelier - 51 glasses
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Italian Sputnik chandelier in a brass plated metal frame, 51 rare trasparent and black glass tips
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

Mid Century Vintage Transparent and Black Artistic Glass Vase, Europe, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
century Information: laminated glass, hand-formed, mass decoration with a crack motif. height: 33cm
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Modern Italian Green Cream Caramel White and Black Murano Glass Mosaic Mirror
By Vévé Glass
Located in New York, NY
elegantly covered in opaline black Murano glass as well as the interior trim around the mirrored plate. Can
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Murano Glass, Opaline Glass, Wood

Black Dark Three Pillar Chandelier Handcrafted Murano Glass Contemporary Italy
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
Black dark three pillar chandelier in blown Murano glass contemporary, Italy This outstanding and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

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

Murano Black Clear Duck Sculpture Art Glass Paperweight with Silver Flecks
By Formia Murano
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching Murano glass duck figure / paperweight / sculpture. Manufactured by Formia Murano
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Silver Leaf

Formia Vintage Murano Glass Penguin Sculpture, white and black details – Italy
By Formia Murano
Located in Venezia, IT
Penguin Sculpture in white Murano glass with black detail, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 8.5 cm x H
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Late 20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Formia Vintage Murano Glass Penguin Sculpture, white and black details – Italy
By Formia Murano
Located in Venezia, IT
Penguin Sculpture in white Murano glass with purple and black details, Italy Dimensions: L 10 cm x
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Late 20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Freeform Somerso Glass Bowl / Centerpiece by Murano Glass
By Murano 5
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish purple somerso glass free form bowl / centerpiece by Murano Glass, circa 1970s. This
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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Decorative Bowls

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Art Glass

Camer Glass Mid-Century Modern Amber Black Triedri Murano Chandelier, 1980
By Camer Glass
Located in Murano, Venezia
the 163 amber, black glass "Triedri". This magnificent work will give light to any environment
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Giuliani Mian Murano Art Glass Vase Striped Multi Color Signed by the Artist
By Fornace Mian
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Giuliani Mian Murano Art Glass Vase striped multi color signed by the artist. Very finely detailed
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Couple of dancers Sculpture in Blue and Black Murano glass, Italy in stock
By Formia Murano
Located in Venezia, IT
This captivating pair of Murano glass sculptures depicts a dancing couple frozen in motion—an ode
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Late 20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

2, 5 Kg Floral Glass Bowl Shell Centerpiece by Fratelli Toso Murano, Italy, 1970s
By Alessandro Mandruzzato, Flavio Poli, Fratelli Toso
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Murano glass bowl, element Origin: Murano, Italy Producer: FRATELLI
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Vase by Venini and Co Italian, Mid century circa 1940
By Venini
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very good mid-20th century Murano Italian art glass cylinder vase that we attribute to
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Set of Murano Glass Perfume Bottles
By Formia Murano
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of Murano glass perfume bottles, Made in Italy, 1960's. Some still have the original sticker
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Vintage 1960s Italian Bottles

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Venier Glassworks Hand-Engraved Mirrored Vanity Tray
By Gian Paolo Venier
Located in Prato, Tuscany
Venier, one of Murano’s most refined contemporary glass ateliers. The piece features a mirrored base
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Late 20th Century Italian Rococo Revival Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Stylized Green Art Glass Cat Sculpture / Paperweight by Murano Glass
By Murano 5
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous stylized cat sculpture / paperweight in emerald green by Murano Glass, circa 1990s. The
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Late 20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Murano Dog, 1940, Italian - Label : Artistic Vetro Murano Made in italy
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
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Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Centerpieces

Materials

Murano Glass

New Old Stock, Murano Glass Shell Bowl Antonio da Ros, Cenedese Italy 1960s No1
By Cenedese, Antonio da Ros
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Murano glass shell element Design: Antonio da Ros Producer: Cenedese
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Large Murano Vase in Mouth-Blown Art Glass with Narrow Neck, Italian Design
Located in København, Copenhagen
Large Murano vase in mouth-blown art glass with a narrow neck. Italian design, 1960s. Measures
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Amaizing Murano, 1940, Italian
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
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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Centerpieces

Materials

Murano Glass

Italian Art Deco Design Black White and Gold Murano Glass Modern Centerpiece
By Vévé Glass
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Art Deco design black and gold Murano glass centerpiece, with an organic herringbone
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Murano Glass, Murrine

Italian Midcentury Murano Glass and Chrome Chandelier, 1970s
By Murano 5
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Wonderful smoke / dark brown glass chandeliers from Murano with chromed lamp base. Made in Italy
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

New Old Stock, 1, 6kg Murano Glass Shell Bowl Antonio da Ros Cenedese Italy 1960s
By Antonio da Ros, Cenedese
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Murano glass shell element Design: Antonio da Ros Producer: Cenedese
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

New Old Stock 1, 2kg Murano Glass Shell Bowl Antonio da Ros, Cenedese Italy 1960s
By Antonio da Ros, Cenedese
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Murano glass shell element Design: Antonio da Ros Producer: Cenedese
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Mid Century Vintage Artistic Glass Black Vase, Tarnowiec, Sulczan, Europe, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
glass, mass-colored, hand-formed. Vintage product from 1970s Dimensions: height 20 cm Very good
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Rare Murano Sculpture by Angelo Ballarin, Purple Sommerso, Italian Collectible
Located in Milano, IT
Rare Murano Glass - Decorative Murano Sculpture - Sommerso Murano Glass Wonderful, highly
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Antonio da Ros Cenedese Fossili Incalmo Murano Glass Vase Orange Cane Segments
By Antonio da Ros
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Antonio da Ros Cenedese Fossili Incalmo Murano glass vase in black and amber glass decorated with
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1990s Italian Glass

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Art Glass

21st Century Alessandro Mendini Murano Glass Small Vase Black
By Purho Murano, Alessandro Mendini
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
21st century Alessandro Mendini, Petalo small vase, 6 petals, Murano glass, various colors Petal is
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

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Murano Glass

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Murano Glass Black For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic murano glass black available at 1stDibs. Each murano glass black for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, murano glass and metal. There are 2441 variations of the antique or vintage murano glass black you’re looking for, while we also have 533 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a murano glass black — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each murano glass black bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. A well-made murano glass black has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Venini, Murano and Archimede Seguso are consistently popular.

How Much is a Murano Glass Black?

Prices for a murano glass black start at $1 and top out at $88,695 with the average selling for $2,410.
Questions About Murano Glass Black
  • 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 22, 2021
    Black 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    How Murano glass is marked varies. Some pieces feature a label, sticker or other mark that bears the name of the studio that produced them. Others may only have an artist's signature or be unmarked. However, Murano glass artisans rarely put the word "Murano" on their pieces, though you will often see the word on replicas. For assistance determining whether a particular piece is Murano, consult an expert appraiser or antiques dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Murano glass.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Yes, Murano glass is typically marked. You will usually find the markings on the bases of pieces or in other inconspicuous areas. Generally, Murano glass will display a trademark and a maker's mark, indicating which shop produced it. In most cases, authentic Murano glass will not have the word "Murano" on it. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Murano glass.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Murano glass can break. Generally considered very durable, Murano glass is still made of glass and it is susceptible to breaks if it’s improperly handled or dropped. Known as some of the best glass produced in the world, unfortunately it can still break. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    Murano glass comes from Murano, an island located in the Venetian Lagoon to the north of Venice, Italy. Many people mistake the name Murano for that of a brand or company, but the term actually applies to glassware produced by a variety of makers. Fratelli Toso, Umberto Bellotto, the Salviati family, Ercole Barovier, Carlo Scarpa, Paolo Venini and Alfredo Barbini are just some of the glassblowers known for producing Murano glass. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Murano glass.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Authentic Murano glass often, but not always, includes labels with the name of the workshop, the signature of the glass master and a certificate of authenticity. To best determine if a Murano glass is authentic, look up the location of the factory found on the label. All authentic Murano glass is produced in Venice or Murano. Always purchase Murano glass from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Browse a selection of authentic Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Murano glass, from the Venetian island of Murano, is world-renowned for excellent craftsmanship and a wide variety of colors and decorations. The glassmakers of Murano use methods honed over centuries to create rich colors and designs by mixing different minerals during the process. Many examples contain gold and silver flecks inside the glass. You’ll find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Murano glass is made of a combination of materials. In most cases, artisans use a blend of silica, soda, lime and potassium to produce the colorful art glass. The mixture gets heated to a high temperature to melt it, so that glassblowers can form it into various shapes. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Murano glass.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Although Murano glass is usually brightly colored, there are a few varieties of clear Murano glass. Cristallo glass, which is achieved by a process of bleaching, is a type of clear Murano glass. Shop a range of antique and vintage Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Murano Aventurine is glass that has been decorated with a surface effect which resembles shimmering specks found in quartz. This technique was pioneered by Murano in the 17th century. On 1stDibs, find Murano glass products from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    It is called Murano glass because of its place of origin. During the 13th century, artisans on the island of Murano in Venice, Italy, became famous for producing colorful glassware. Find a range of Murano glass from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Whether Murano glass is valuable depends on a variety of factors, including the type of piece and its condition. Artisans on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy, produce the colorful glassware through a unique process. Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century (the filigrana technique is as old as the 16th century). A certified appraiser can help you determine the value and authenticity of a particular piece. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Murano glassware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    Yes, many glass lovers believe that Murano glass is worth it. Murano glass is named for the Venetian island of Murano, where glassmaking has been practiced for centuries. The glass is made using a variety of artisanal processes and is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Every vintage Murano glass decorative object is unique. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and irregular shapes due to the freeform creation process. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Murano glass is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Murano glass and other art glass pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, Murano is blown glass. Artisans on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy, produce the colorful glassware through a unique process. Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century (the filigrana technique is as old as the 16th century). On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Murano glassware from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. Find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    There is no real difference between Venetian glass and Murano glass. While both Venetian glass and Murano glass come from Murano Island, Venice is a more popular location than Murano, hence it is called widely as Venetian glass. You can use both search terms to find the best piece for you on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    How much Murano glass is worth depends on the size as well as on other factors. New Murano glass necklaces may cost up to $35 depending on the number of beads — a vintage Murano glass necklace may garner considerably more money — whereas a vase made of Murano glass can cost a few thousand dollars. Antique Murano art glass can fetch thousands of dollars at auction depending on the brand, the history of the piece, the technique used to design the piece and more. Find a collection of antique and vintage Murano glass jewelry and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Murano glass does indeed have a pontil mark. Murano glass is individually blown in Venice, Italy, and the mark at the bottom is made by the rod used by the artisan when they shape the piece. Shop a collection of Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if Murano glass is vintage, it's usually necessary to conduct some online research using trusted sources. Start by looking for a maker's mark and then cross-referencing it with images published online to determine who made your piece. By learning more about the manufacturer and what they produced over the years by reading histories and exploring product catalogues, you can estimate the rough age of your piece. For Murano glass to be considered vintage, it must be between 20 and 99 years old. Older pieces are classified as antique. If you need assistance with dating your glassware, seek the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a range of Murano glass on 1stDibs.