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Oggetti Murano Signed Sommerso Italian Art Glass Obelisk Sculpture Paperweight
By Oggetti, Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
glass sculpture set. Signed “Oggetti Murano” and attributed to designer Alfredo Barbini. Minimalist
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Minimalist Obelisks
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Glass
Murano Salviati Glass Double Helix Bookends
By Salviati
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful Pair of Murano Salviati Double Helix Bookends. Day Glow Yellow outer shell with Double
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Blown Glass
Cenedese Murano Alexandrite Lavender Pink Italian Art Glass Fruit Bookends
By Cenedese
Located in Kissimmee, FL
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Very Large Murano Hand Blown Apple and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Murano Vintage Blue Italian Art Glass Obelisk Pyramid Paperweight Sculpture
By Archimede Seguso, Venini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso cobalt blue Italian art glass obelisk paperweight
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Obelisks
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Glass
1960s Astonishing Yellow Table Lighter in Murano Sommerso Glass By Flavio Poli
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
Astonishing yellow table lighter in Murano sommerso glass By Flavio Poli. Made in Italy
The item is
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Light Blue Copper Aventurine Italian Art Glass Ball Bookend Sculptures
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Murano handblown light blue with copper aventurine flecks Italian art glass ball bookends
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Salviati Murano Sommerso Cobalt Blue Italian Art Glass Bird Bookend Sculptures
By Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful Murano hand blown Sommerso aqua blue with cobalt tails Italian art glass chirping birds
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Murano Light Blue Copper Aventurine Italian Art Glass Ball Bookend Sculptures
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Murano handblown light blue with copper aventurine flecks Italian art glass ball bookends
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Alfredo Barbini Murano Sommerso Red Italian Art Glass Fruit Bookends
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
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Beautiful Murano handblown, Sommerso
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Gold Leaf
Alfredo Barbini Murano Pink, White, Gold Flame Italian Art Glass Bookends
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Gorgeous set Murano hand blown pink, white and gold flecks Italian art glass twisting flame
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Space Age Bookends
Materials
Gold Leaf
Murano Sommerso Cobalt Blue Bubbles Italian Art Glass Ball Bookend Sculptures
By Alfredo Barbini, Archimede Seguso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful Murano handblown Sommerso, controlled bubbles and cobalt blue core Italian art glass ball
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Glass
Salviati Murano Signed Red Black Abstract Italian Art Glass Bookend Sculptures
By Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful, large and vintage Murano hand blown red ball Italian art glass sculptural bookends with
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Alfredo Barbini Murano Blue Sommerso Twisted Flame Italian Art Glass Bookends
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful Murano handblown Sommerso blue and aqua Italian art glass twisting flame bookends
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Glass
Barbini Murano Sommerso Purple Gold Italian Art Glass Aladdin Lamp Lighter
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso purple, blue and gold flecks Italian art glass Aladdin
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Metal, Gold Leaf
Barbini Murano Sommerso Purple Gold Italian Art Glass Aladdin Lamp Lighter
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful Murano hand blown Sommerso purple, blue and gold flecks Italian art glass Aladdin lamp
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Gold Leaf, Metal
Seguso Murano Signed Italian Art Glass Clear Airplane Sculpture on Blue Base
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful and rare, vintage Murano hand blown Italian art glass crystal clear glass airplane on
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Aviation Objects
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass, Uranium Glass
Alfredo Barbini Murano Sommerso Purple Blue Italian Art Glass Fruit Bookends
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
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Beautiful Murano hand blown, Sommerso
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Alfredo Barbini Murano Sommerso Forest Green Italian Art Glass Flame Bookends
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
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Beautiful Murano handblown forest green
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Alfredo Barbini Murano Sommerso Purple Blue Italian Art Glass Fruit Bookends
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown, Sommerso blue over purple art glass pear and apple fruit
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Glass
Alfredo Barbini Murano Sommerso Purple Blue Flame Italian Art Glass Bookends
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
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Colorful Murano Hand Blown Blue over
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Murano Light Blue Copper Aventurine Italian Art Glass Ball Bookend Sculptures
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown light blue with copper aventurine flecks Italian art glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
1960s Stunning Blue Table Lighter in Murano Sommerso Glass By Flavio Poli
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
1960 Stunning blue table lighter in Murano sommerso glass by Flavio Poli for Seguso. Made in italy
Category
Vintage 1960s 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 red 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
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
Alfredo Barbini Murano Sommerso Yellow Orange Italian Art Glass Fruit Bookends
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
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Beautiful Murano Hand Blown Sommerso
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Gold Leaf
Alfredo Barbini Murano Sommerso Olive Gold Italian Art Glass Fruit Bookends
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
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Beautiful Murano Hand Blown Sommerso
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Gold Leaf
Murano Sommerso Green Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Mango Fruit Bookends
By Seguso Vetri d
Arte
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful, and rare, Murano hand blown Sommerso green Italian art glass mango fruit bookend
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Gold Leaf
Pair of Murano Glass Bookends Apple and Pear
Located in Rochester, NY
Pair of Murano glass bookends, mid-20th century.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Barbini Murano Sommerso Olive Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Fruit Bookends
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful Murano hand blown Sommerso olive green, controlled bubbles and gold flecks Italian art
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Gold Leaf
Fratelli Toso Murano Iridescent Orange Italian Art Glass Bowl Lighter Holder Set
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
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Bright Murano hand blown iridescent
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Glass, Murano Glass
Pair of Solid Murano Glass bookends by Alfredo Barbini for Barbini, Italy, 1970s
By Alfredo Barbini, Barbini
Located in Milan, IT
Pair of Murano glass bookends by Alfredo Barbini.
Solid glass pieces with inner bubbles decoration.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Bookends
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid Century Italian Murano Glass Brass Table Lighter
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original 1960s Italian green Murano glass brass table lighter.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Glass
Alfredo Barbini Murano Red Sommerso Italian Art Glass Pear Apple Fruit Bookends
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful Murano handblown Sommerso red Italian art glass pear and apple fruit bookends. Documented
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Glass
Barbini Murano Sommerso Pink Gold Leaf Italian Art Glass Apple Pear Bookends
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage murano hand blown, Sommerso pink center with gold flecks Italian art glass pear
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
1960s Stunning Table Lighter in Murano Sommerso Glass By Flavio Poli for Seguso
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
1960 Stunning pink table lighter in Murano sommerso glass by Flavio Poli for Seguso. Made in italy
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Murano Glass
1960s Stunning Brown and Yellow Table Lighter in Murano Sommerso Glass By Flavio
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
1960 Stunning brown 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
Alfredo Barbini Murano Sommerso Orange and Aqua Italian Art Glass Fruit Bookends
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
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Beautiful Murano Hand Blown Sommerso
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Gold Leaf
Tommaso Barbi Table Lighter in Brass, Murano Glass and Steel, Italy, 1970s
By Tommaso Barbi
Located in Rome, IT
Elegant table lighter in steel featuring a Murano glass base with brass borders made by the Italian
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Metal, Brass, Steel
Barbini Murano Sommerso Apple Green Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Fruit Bookends
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso green, gold flecks Italian art glass pear and apple
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Gold Leaf
Alfredo Barbini Murano Sommerso Orange and Aqua Italian Art Glass Fruit Bookends
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
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Beautiful Murano Hand Blown Sommerso
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Gold Leaf
Smoked Multi Faceted Murano Glass Ashtray, Bowl Attributed to Flavio Poli, Italy
By Flavio Poli
Located in Miami, FL
Multi faceted smoked Murano glass ashtray, glass bowl, catchall attributed to Flavio Poli.
Smoked
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Murano Glass
1960s Stunning Grey table Lighter in Murano Sommerso Glass By Flavio Poli for S
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Stunning grey table lighter in Murano sommerso glass By Flavio Poli for Seguso. Made in italy
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Murano Glass
1960s Stunning Grey table Lighter in Murano Sommerso Glass By Flavio Poli for S
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Stunning grey table lighter in Murano sommerso glass By Flavio Poli for Seguso. Made in italy
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Murano Glass
1960s Stunning Brown Table Lighter in Murano Sommerso Glass By Flavio Poli for S
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Stunning brown 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
Pair of Murano Glass Bookends Apple and Pear
Located in Rochester, NY
Barbini glass fruit bookends with ground bottoms. Controlled bubble and gold dust interior. Mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Glass
Archimede Seguso Murano Sommerso Glass Cat Bookends, Italy, 1950
s
By Archimede Seguso
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Archimede Seguso Murano Sommerso Glass Cat Bookends, Italy, 1950's.
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Afredo Barbini Venetian, Murano Glass Cigarette Three Piece Set.
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Soquel, CA
This is a magnificent 1950/60's Venetian freeform biomorphic glass tiny bubbles bowl / ashtray
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Art Glass
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano Art Glass Bookends, Barbini Styled
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pair of Mid-Century Modern art glass bookends were made in Italy during the 1960s and can be
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Books
Materials
Art Glass
Last Supper Murano Aventurine Blown Ruby Glass Goblet Lultima Cena Leonardo
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Mobile, AL
The Last Supper by Leonardo Da Vinci on a Murano ruby red blown glass with aventurine stem goblet
Category
Vintage 1940s Religious Items
Materials
Blown Glass
Fratelli Toso Murano Millefiori Flower Italian Art Glass Bookend Sculptures Set
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
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Large set of Murano hand blown
Category
20th Century Italian Bookends
Materials
Blown Glass
Alfredo Barbini Murano Sommerso Purple Blue Flame Italian Art Glass Bookends
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
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Wonderful Murano Hand Blown Purple and
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Blown Glass
Alfredo Barbini Murano Sommerso Orange Blue Italian Art Glass Fruit Bookends
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
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Beautiful Murano Hand Blown Sommerso
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Blown Glass
Pair of Cenedese Murano Glass Amber Ashtrays with Gilt Border in Relief
By Cenedese
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Cenedese Murano glass gorgeous amber and gold ashtrays. The warm amber color is enhanced by
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Metal
Fratelli Toso Murano Fish Sea Star Italian Art Glass Aquarium Obelisk Sculpture
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
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Wonderful Large Murano Hand Blown Red
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Obelisks
Materials
Blown Glass
Vintage Paolo Venini Murano Hourglass Amethyst and Sapphire, Clessidra
By Venini
Located in Uccle, BE
Hourglass in transparent amethyst and sapphire glass,
circa 1957.
Measure: 19 cm high.
Known as
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Large Set of Murano Glass Candy Small Sculptures on Olive Wood Bowl, circa 1970
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Large set of Murano glass candy small sculptures on olive wood bowl, circa 1970
Manufactured in
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Glass
Seguso Vetri d
Arte Murano Glass Bacan Screen/Room Divider
By Seguso Vetri d
Arte, Pierpaolo Seguso
Located in Murano-Venice, IT
Bacan Murano glass screen by Seguso Vetri d’Arte. A series of three connected, metal frames that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Screens and Room Dividers
Materials
Blown 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- How much is Murano glass worth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021How 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, 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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39 Incredible Swimming Pools
It's hard to resist the allure of a beautiful pool. So, go ahead and daydream about whiling away your summer in paradise.
Pamela Shamshiri Shares the Secrets behind Her First-Ever Book and Its Effortlessly Cool Interiors
The sought-after designer worked with the team at Hoffman Creative to produce a monograph that beautifully showcases some of Studio Shamshiri's most inspiring projects.
Moroccan Artworks and Objects Take Center Stage in an Extraordinary Villa in Tangier
Italian writer and collector Umberto Pasti opens the doors to his remarkable cave of wonders in North Africa.
Montecito Has Drawn Royalty and Celebrities, and These Homes Are Proof of Its Allure
Hollywood A-listers, ex-pat aristocrats and art collectors and style setters of all stripes appreciate the allure of the coastal California hamlet — much on our minds after recent winter floods.
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Cenedese Horse
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Ballarin Murano
Barbini Lighter
Murano Chess Sets
Murano Chess
Murano Glass Chess
Pair Of Huge Wood Hand Carved Vases
Tree Stump Sculpture
Used Playground Toys
Valton Dog
Verdite Sculpture
Vetro Artistico Veneziano
Vintage Airedale Terrier
Vintage Black Piggy Bank
Vintage Boehm Porcelain
Vintage Ceramic Seahorse
Vintage Clear Glass Dog