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Collectible Murano Handblown Glass Vase by Toni Zuccheri for VeArt, 1970s
Located in AMSTERDAM, NH
creation, this Murano glass vase reflects Zuccheri's experimental approach, where crystal glass is blown
Category
Vintage 1970s Vases
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Glass Bust Lady With Cat Venetian Italian Art 1960
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Murano glass is very collectable and sought after and this is a fine example
Near Venice, today Murano is
Category
Vintage 1960s Glass
Materials
Glass
Collectable Vintage Fratelli Toso Murano Murrine Millefiori, Art Glass Vase
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Paris, France
. Collectible piece in a range of different styles, shapes, and sizes. Hand blown multicolor Murano glass made
Category
Mid-20th Century Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Pair of Stupendous French Bedside Tables
Located in Roma, Lazio
Pair of French bedside tables, covered in parchment. Handles made ”‹”‹of Murano glass and brass
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Night Stands
Materials
Parchment Paper, Murano Glass
Art Deco André Arbus Style Ebonized Side Tables
By André Arbus
Located in Austin, TX
finished with a lustrous French polish, these tables have spherical, clear Murano glass knobs to embellish
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Night Stands
Materials
Murano Glass, Maple
Pair of Nightstands by Studio Glustin
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Murano glass, feet and handles of the drawer are made of brass fillet.
Category
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
$5,684 / set
Pair of Sculptural Soft Green Mirrored and Brass Cabinets or Nightstands, Italy
Located in New York, NY
One of a kind pair of soft green tinted mirrored art glass with Emerald green murano glass blocks
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
Italian Menorah, circa 1950s
Located in Villaverla, IT
Amazing and rare Murano Menorah in green and transparent color with gold finishings, in excellent
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Religious Items
Materials
Blown Glass
Sculptural table lamp in steel and glass, collectible Mid-Century design
Located in Milano, IT
Murano glass shade. Also the heavy weight confirms the impression of handling a high-quality design piece
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Table Lamps
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Sublime Tomaso Buzzi Model 502 Italian Murano Ribbed Glass Floor Uplighter Lamp
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare and highly collectable Murano glass floor
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Glass
Sculptural coffee table decorative, Murano glass
Located in Milano, IT
Decorative glass tray - Murano glass tray - collectible glass sculpture
Vintage decorative tray in
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Vintage Mortar Shaped Murano Glass Ashtray, Clear Glass, Seguso Style, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
Decorative Murano Bowl - Vintage Glass Ashtray - Collectible Curiosity
Vintage 1950s Murano glass
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Glass Bust Lady With Cat Venetian Italian Art 1960
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Murano glass is very collectable and sought after and this is a fine example
Near Venice, today Murano is
Category
Vintage 1960s Art Deco Statues
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid-Century Modern Green Seguso Style Murano Glass Green Pear
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Seguso Murano Italian Hand Blown Glass Green Ribbed Pear Figurine.
Vintage collectible Murano art
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Glass Bust Picasso Italian Ventian Art
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Gorgeous Italian Murano glass sculpture depicting the bust of Picasso
Very vivid colours to the
Category
Vintage 1960s Busts
Materials
Glass
1960s Barovier Style Mid-Century Modern Bullicante Murano Glass Vase
By Barovier
Located in Aci Castello, IT
conditions. This vase it's a beautiful and highly collectible piece of art glass. Murano glass is renowned
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass Bust Lady With Cat Venetian Italian Art 1960
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Murano glass is very collectable and sought after and this is a fine example
Near Venice, today Murano is
Category
Vintage 1960s Busts
Materials
Glass
Magnificent sommerso murano vase by Seguso Vetri D
Arte
By Seguso Vetri d
Arte
Located in BARCELONA, ES
valuable collectible item. Murano glass is highly sought after by collectors worldwide, and pieces by
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Italian Vetreria Murano Venini Art Glass Millefiori Collectable Paperweight
By Vintage Murano Gallery, Fratelli Toso, Fulvio Bianconi
Paolo Venini
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Fratelli Vetreria 3 Fiori Millefiori Italian art glass paperweight
Small vintage Venini Murano
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Paperweights
Materials
Art Glass
Murano Glass Vintage Apple and Pear Bookends
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Miami, FL
A set of Murano Glass bookends. Classsic apple and pear bookends. These are thick clear glass with
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Bookends
Materials
Murano Glass
Set of Murano Glass Apple and Pear Bookends
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These charming vintage Murano glass bookends were hand formed to create a classic set consisting of
Category
20th Century Italian Bookends
Materials
Murano Glass
Black and White Murano Glass Obelisk
By Murano 5
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Murano glass Obelisk, with black and white swirl cane work, tapering from .75" to a 2.5" base
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Obelisks
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Venetian Murano Art Glass Table Lighter with Gold And White Swirls 1970s
By Murano Glass Sommerso, Alfredo Barbini
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
collectible decorative Murano art glass.
Measures 3" tall x 3.75" diameter.
Made in Italy in the 1970s.
The
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Decorative Bowl in Blue "Bullicante" Murano Glass, Vintage Collectible
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage Decorative Object - Collectible Glass Bowl - Bullicante Murano Glass
Vintage bowl in dark
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Vintage Murano Blue to Green Glass Lighter, 1970
By Andromeda Murano
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage retro 1970s heavy Murano green and blue glass table lighter-paperweight with brass.
A
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Vintage Murano Glass Lighter, 1970
By Andromeda Murano
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
its timeless allure.
Measures: Lighter: 3" x 5".
Great vintage collectible Murano art glass lighter
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Glass
Multi Faceted Murano Glass Ashtray Attributed to F. Poli by Vetri Molati Murano
By Murano 5, Flavio Poli
Located in Miami, FL
Multifaceted blue, yellow and clear Murano glass ashtray, glass bowl attributed to Flavio Poli by
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Murano Sommerso Collectible Sculpture Tray in Aquamarine and Red Glass
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
While some Murano ashtrays come in simple shapes, others have more ornate and sculptural styles
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass
Rare Collectible Vase in "Scavo" Murano Glass by Alfredo Rossi, 1950s, Italy
By Alfredo Rossi
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage Murano Vase - Collectible Art Deco Glass - Rare Italian Art Glass Vase
Big and heavy
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Art Deco Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
An art glass table lighter by Murano, mid 20th century
By Ars Murano, Flavio Poli
Located in View Park, CA
A vintage Italian art glass lighter by Murano, design attributed to Flavio Poli, circa 1950 - 1960
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Murano Art Glass Orange Gold Leaf Pear / Apple Bookends -2
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Kennesaw, GA
These are beautiful! I am featuring a set of mid-century modern Barbini Murano art glass orange
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Art Glass
Victorian Italian Murano Micro Mosaic Brooch
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Stunning authentic Victorian Italian micro Murano glass mosaic brooch.
Measures: 1 1/4" diameter.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Late Victorian Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Brass
Murano Orange Yellow Italian Art Glass Mushroom Toadstool Paperweight Sculptures
By Fornasa De Murano A L
Insegna Del Moreto, Galliano Ferro
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Vaseline yellow, orange and white Italian art glass mushroom
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Uranium Glass, Glass
Venetian Murano Art Glass Sommerso Apple
Pear Bookends by Alfredo Barbini
By Alfredo Barbini, Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful set of matched Venerian Murano art glass Sommerso pear and apple bookends designed by
Category
Mid-20th Century Bookends
Materials
Art Glass
Murano Millefiori Flower Mosaic Mandala Circles Italian Art Glass Sculpture
By Galliano Ferro, Fornasa De Murano A L
Insegna Del Moreto
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Italian art glass sculpture. Attributed to designer Galliano Ferro, and created for the Fornasa De Murano
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Glass, Murrine
Murano Glowing Sommerso Ribbons Italian Art Glass Uranium Rod Bookend Sculptures
By Fornasa De Murano A L
Insegna Del Moreto, Galliano Ferro
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful Murano hand blown Sommerso yellow green with large green white ribbons Italian art glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Uranium Glass, Glass
Sommerso Glass Bowl or Cigar Ashtray
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Wonderful Sommerso Murano glass bowl or ashtray - a large size, perfect for a cigar and smoking
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
White Murano Glass Obelisk by Venini
By Venini
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A striking white Murano glass obelisk by Venini. The obelisk retains its paper label on the bottom
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Obelisks
Materials
Murano Glass
Seguso Aquarium Glass Murano, 1950, Italy
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Milano, IT
Seguso aquarium glass Murano, 1950, Italy.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Other Nautical Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Handblown Murano Glass Apple and Pear Bookends
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Seguso Midcentury Murano Gold Bullicante Apple and Pear Bookends. There is a small chip on the
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Marbleized Murano Glass Obelisks
Located in New York, NY
Pair of marbleized Murano glass obelisks with clear faceted glass bases.
Category
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Obelisks
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair Vintage Murano Glass Millefiori Bookends
Located in Troy, MI
suspended in clear, heavy Murano glass. Oval shape with flat base and flat inside edge that supports the
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Murano Glass, Murrine
1950s Alfredo Barbini Murano Orange Cased Gold Flecks Bowl
By Alfredo Barbini, Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Charleston, SC
A Murano Cased Orange Glass Bowl with heavy Gold Flecks, by Alfredo Barbini. 1950s. Organic shape
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Murano Glass
Set of Murano Glass Apple and Pear Bookends
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Set of vintage Murano glass apple and pear bookends
Measures: Pear is 7" tall and 4" diameter
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Bookends
Materials
Murano Glass
Set of Four Murano Glass Cigarettes
Located in South Salem, NY
This set of four indivudually Handmade Murano glass cigarettes are a stunning example of the
Category
2010s Italian Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Glass
Alfredo Barbini Murano Glass
Circus Tent
Smoking Set
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Astoria, NY
orange and white striped Murano glass, circa 1950s, detailed with gold flakes. Markings include stickers
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Gold Leaf, Metal
Red Murano Glass Rosary Fátima Centenary Souvenir Collection, Portugal, 2017
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
manufactured in Portugal and made of Rubin red Murano glass beads and silvered metal. With a beautiful crucifix
Category
2010s Portuguese Religious Items
Materials
Metal
Vintage Green and Amber Murano Glass Coat Hanger 1970
Located in Florence, IT
Vintage Green and Amber Murano Glass Coat Hanger.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Blue Murano Glass Rosary Fátima Centenary Souvenir Collection, Portugal, 2017
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
manufactured in Portugal and made of cobalt blue Murano glass beads and silvered metal. With a beautiful
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Religious Items
Materials
Metal
Blue Murano Glass Rosary Fátima Centenary Souvenir Collection, Portugal, 2017
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
manufactured in Portugal and made of Turquoise Murano glass beads and silvered metal. With a beautiful crucifix
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Religious Items
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Murano Glass Table Lighter by Tommaso Barbi, Italy, 1970s
By Tommaso Barbi
Located in Rome, IT
Elegant table lighter in Murano glass made by the Italian designer Tommaso Barbi.
Made in Italy
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Murano Glass
1970s Blue Smoking Set by Antonio Imperatore in Murano Glass
By Cristallerie Antonio Imperatore
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Stunning blue smoking set by Antonio Imperatore in Murano Glass. Made in Italy
The items are
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Murano Glass
1960s Stunning Blue Table Lighter in Murano Sommerso Glass By Flavio Poli
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Stunning Blue and Yellow Table Lighter in Murano Sommerso Glass By Flavio Poli for Seguso
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid-Century Modernist Handblown Murano Glass Chess Set
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite set has all been hand blown by one of the masters of murano glass . Each piece is
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Games
Materials
Blown Glass
Beautiful Midcentury Alfredo Barbini Italian Murano Blue Gold Art Glass Bookend
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Mid-Century Italian Murano Alfredo Barbini pear fruit decorative art glass piece. Art
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Bookends
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Fratelli Toso Murano Rainbow Ribbons Italian Art Glass Bookend Sculptures
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful Murano handblown rainbow color ribbons Italian art glass block bookends. Documented to
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Oggetti Murano Signed Sommerso Italian Art Glass Obelisk Sculpture Paperweight
By Alfredo Barbini, Oggetti
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso amethyst / pink Italian art glass obelisk sculpture
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Minimalist Obelisks
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Glass
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Murano Glass Collectables For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of murano glass collectables available for sale. The range of distinct murano glass collectables — often made from glass, murano glass and blown glass — can elevate any home. Find 181 antique and vintage murano glass collectables at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 7 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Murano glass collectables have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Murano glass collectables are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many murano glass collectables are appealing in their simplicity, but Alfredo Barbini, Fratelli Toso and Archimede Seguso produced popular murano glass collectables that are worth a look.
How Much are Murano Glass Collectables?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $895, while they’re typically $124 on the low end and $54,600 highest priced.
Questions About Murano Glass Collectables
- What glass is collectible?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024Many kinds of glass are collectible. Some types highly prized by collectors include carnival glass, depression glass, hobnail glass, jadeite, milk glass and moonstone glass. Keep in mind that there are no rules when it comes to collecting. If you're looking to build a collection of your own, focus on any type of glassware that appeals to you. Shop a diverse assortment of glassware on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 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.
- How can I identify Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. Find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is Murano glass valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Whether Murano glass is valuable depends on a variety of factors, including the type of piece and its condition. Artisans on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy, produce the colorful glassware through a unique process. Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century (the filigrana technique is as old as the 16th century). A certified appraiser can help you determine the value and authenticity of a particular piece. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Murano glassware.
- Is Murano glass worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Yes, many glass lovers believe that Murano glass is worth it. Murano glass is named for the Venetian island of Murano, where glassmaking has been practiced for centuries. The glass is made using a variety of artisanal processes and is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Every vintage Murano glass decorative object is unique. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and irregular shapes due to the freeform creation process. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Murano glass is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Murano glass and other art glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- Is Murano blown glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, Murano is blown glass. Artisans on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy, produce the colorful glassware through a unique process. Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century (the filigrana technique is as old as the 16th century). On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Murano glassware from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Why is it called Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023It is called Murano glass because of its place of origin. During the 13th century, artisans on the island of Murano in Venice, Italy, became famous for producing colorful glassware. Find a range of Murano glass from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano Aventurine is glass that has been decorated with a surface effect which resembles shimmering specks found in quartz. This technique was pioneered by Murano in the 17th century. On 1stDibs, find Murano glass products from top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021There is no real difference between Venetian glass and Murano glass. While both Venetian glass and Murano glass come from Murano Island, Venice is a more popular location than Murano, hence it is called widely as Venetian glass. You can use both search terms to find the best piece for you on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024The largest collection of Chihuly glass is at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. In 2002, the museum presented Dale Chihuly: An Inaugural Exhibition. With public funding, it then purchased the pieces featured in the exhibition in 2004, which is how it came to possess such a sizable collection of the American artist's pieces. Explore an assortment of Dale Chihuly art 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.
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