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Serapè White Handmade Murano Glass by Matteo Silverio
Located in Geneve, CH
are composed of hand-made blown Murano glass flat discs.
The process starts from studying significant
Category
2010s Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
$11,748 / item
Italian Murano Glass Chandelier, Italy
By Gino Vistosi
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian Murano glass chandelier with 36 purple discs.
Measures: Diameter 48 cm.
Height 57 cm.
Total
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
"Eterna" Contemporary Wall Sculpture in Reclaimed Murano Glass by Tommaso Spinzi
Located in Milano, IT
, bottles and other Murano glass objects, Eterna discs are unique compositions; their beauty comes from the
Category
2010s Italian Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Murano Glass
$1,063 Sale Price
20% Off
"Eterna" Contemporary Wall Sculpture in Reclaimed Murano Glass by Tommaso Spinzi
Located in Milano, IT
, bottles and other Murano glass objects, Eterna discs are unique compositions; their beauty comes from the
Category
2010s Italian Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Murano Glass
$1,053 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of 3 Large Bold Pink Murano Disc Chandeliers in the Style of Vistosi, 1990s.
By Gino Vistosi
Located in Bromma, SE
Set of three (3) Eclectic Colorful Murano Glass Chandelier in Pink. Every chandelier has 87 pink
Category
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Modern Gold Disc Mazzega Manner Sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
This pair of modern Gold Disc Mazzega Manner Sconces features a striking design. The sconces exude
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
$5,900 / set
Decorative Wall Lamps in Clear and White Murano Glass hand made
By Vistosi
Located in Milano, IT
designer worldwide, and his pieces so sought-after: the polychrome hanging discs in Murano glass.
In the
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Pair of Modern "Fume" Colored Murano Glass and Brass Lamps
Located in Dallas, TX
Stylish pair of "fume" colored Murano glass and brass stacked disc lamps. Adds a designer touch
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Modernist Translucent Disc Sputnik with Polished Chrome Fittings
Located in New York, NY
textured and translucent Murano glass vistosi disks emanating from a spherical body, via cylindrical rods
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Murano Art Glass Amber Color Italian Mid-Century Side Table, 2020
Located in Roma, Lazio
glass, and a disc also in Murano glass which is placed and forms the top, taking the shape of the
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Art Glass Teal Color Italian Mid-Century Side Table, 2020
Located in Roma, Lazio
, and a disc also in Murano glass which is placed and forms the top, taking the shape of the perimeter
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Art Glass Periwinkle Color Italian Mid-Century Side Table, 2020
Located in Roma, Lazio
glass and a disc also in Murano glass, which is placed and forms the top, taking the shape of the
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Gorgeous Chandelier in White Handblown Murano Glass, Italy 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Voorburg, NL
Wonderful Chandelier, attributed to Vistosi, with 28 handblown Murano glass curved discs made in
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rare Set of Two Murano Glass Sconces and One Pendant Chandelier by Gino Vistosi
By Gino Vistosi
Located in Milano, IT
so sought-after: the polychrome hanging discs in Murano glass.
In the case of the present pieces
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
$3,204 Sale Price
10% Off
Mid-Century Modernist Iridescent Interlocking Sconces By Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in New York, NY
Murano glass "C" form discs that interlock with one another and hang from the frame to create it's shape
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Lavender Lamps
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of modern Murano glass and brass disc form lamps in lavender. A favorite of top designers! 21W
Category
Early 2000s Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass
$4,200 / set
Pink Iridescent Murano Vintage Chandelier, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Murano chandelier with glass disc and pink iron frame.
Deisign period: 1970 1980, very
Category
Vintage 1970s Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
Galactico Flush Mount by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian flush mount with textured Murano glass oval discs in gold color, mounted on gold metal
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Gold Plate
Galactico Flush Mount by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian flush mount with textured Murano glass oval discs in gold color, mounted on gold metal
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Gold Plate
Majestic Chandelier Amethyst or Pink Murano Glass Discs by Gino Vistosi, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Rome, IT
A chandelier of rare beauty and elegance. 136 Murano glass discs Amethyst by Gino Vistosi, disposed
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron
Majestic Chandelier Amethyst or Pink Murano Glass Discs by Gino Vistosi, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Rome, IT
A chandelier of rare beauty and elegance. 136 Murano glass discs amethyst by Gino Vistosi, disposed
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron
Pair of Midcentury Amber Murano Glass Discs Italian Chandeliers, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Rome, IT
Each chandelier is formed by 24 honey discs of precious Murano glass are arranged on floor levels
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
ModernistB rass Sputnik Chandelier w/ Hand Blown Translucent Murano Glass Discs
Located in New York, NY
This dramatic and graphic sputnik was realized in Murano, Italy- the islands off the coast of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of Vistosi Midcentury Amber Murano Glass Discs Italian Chandeliers, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Rome, IT
Each chandelier is formed by 24 honey discs of precious Murano glass are arranged on floor levels
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Majestic Chandelier Amethyst Italian Design by Gino Vistosi, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Rome, IT
A chandelier of rare beauty and elegance. 136 Murano glass discs amethyst by Gino Vistosi, disposed
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron
Disc Murano Glass Chandeliers by Vistosi Style
By Vistosi
Located in Budapest, HU
Vistosi midcentury pink discs Murano glass Italian chandelier.
Spectacular pair chandelier by
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
$1,780 / item
Pair of Modern Vistosi Disc Murano Glass Chandelier, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Rome, IT
Each chandelier is made of 52 discs of precious Murano glass are arranged on four levels. Nine
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pair of Murano Disc Chandelier by Vistosi, Murano, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Rome, IT
Spectacular pair of chandelier by Vistosi made of 50 pink Murano discs.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pair of Murano Disc Chandelier by Vistosi, Murano, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Rome, IT
Spectacular pair of chandelier by Vistosi made of 50 pink Murano discs.
Price per item.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pair of Vistosi Disc Murano Chandelier, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Rome, IT
The 24 discs of precious Murano glass are arranged on three levels.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
$4,746 / set
Pair of Vistosi Disc Murano Sconces, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Rome, IT
The 15 discs of precious Murano glass are arranged on three levels. Three lights.
Four pairs
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Blown Glass
$2,848 / set
Pair of Italian Disc Chandeliers by Vistosi, Murano, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Budapest, HU
Each chandelier is formed by 23 honey discs of precious Murano glass are arranged on floor levels
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
$2,848 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Charming Murano Disc Chandelier by Vistosi, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Rome, IT
Spectacular chandelier by Vistosi made of 50 Murano discs white and violet put on five floors.
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pair of Pink Amethyst Murano Disc Chandelier, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Rome, IT
Spectacular pair of Vistosi chandelier, each made with 50 pink Murano discs.
Available also with a
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Fantastic Pair of Charming Disc Chandelier by Vistosi, Murano, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in Rome, IT
Each chandelier is made of 50 Murano discs violet put on five floors.
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Murano Glass Disc Chandelier
By Gino Vistosi
Located in Houston, TX
Murano glass seven-light chandelier with smoke colored beveled edge discs on brass frame attributed
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Special Pair of Murano Glass and Copper Lamps
Located in Maastricht, NL
Pair of lamps, special open top design. Murano glass discs on a copper oot.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Copper
$2,848 / set
Fontana Arte Satellite Chandelier in Green Murano Glass, Italy c. 1970s
By Max Ingrand, Fontana Arte
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
circular Murano glass discs in kinetic linear formation. The outer glass discs are dark green glass, while
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Murano art glass - Pair Of Murano blown Glass Lamps , Italy
Located in RUEIL-MALMAISON, FR
regular geometric relief.
The two elements are separated by a dark Murano glass disc, which highlights
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass
V. Nason for Mazzega "Thousand Moons" Chandelier
By Mazzega
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Murano glass disc in clear and white.
Note: Body of the chandelier measures 20" height x 12" diameter
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Geometric Murano Glass Pendant Light by Fontana Arte, 1960
s
By Fontana Arte, Max Ingrand
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
circular Murano glass discs in kinetic linear formation. The outer glass discs are dark green glass, while
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Fontana Arte Pendant Chandelier in Green Murano Glass and Chrome, Italy, 1960
s
By Fontana Arte, Max Ingrand
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
light fixture is comprised of dense circular Murano glass discs in kinetic linear formation. The outer
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Couple of 1970s Murano Glass and Chromed Metal Appliques
Located in Milan, IT
chromed metal and corrugated Murano glass, each lamp holds three transparent glass discs with included
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Art Glass
Mazzega Vistosi Murano Iridescent Disc Glass Chandelier
By Mazzega
Located in Dallas, TX
Exquisite Italian glass chandelier composed of round discs by Mazzega. Each handblown disc is a
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Talar 01, Murano Glass Sculpture Light by SCATTER.D STUDIO
By Scattered Disc Objects, Roberto Beltrami
Located in Piacenza, IT
SCATTERED DISC OBJECTS (SDOBJS) and WAVE MURANO GLASS present TALAR, a series of lighting pieces in
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Romano Dona, Murano Glass, Fish Aquarium Disc Sculpture, 20th Century
By Romano Donà
Located in London, GB
.
Handblown in Murano glass.
The sculpture features air bubbles ('bullicante') which is an extremely
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Gino Vistosi Italian Modern Midcentury Murano Disc Glass Chandelier, 1960s
By Gino Vistosi
Located in Hamburg, DE
lamp have four tiers, with round smoke
disc glass, framed by half moon gilded or gilt shaped brass.
It
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vistosi Murano Sconces with Light Blue Glass Disc Shades
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of Vistosi Murano nickel backed wall sconces with light blue or lavender glass disc shades
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Glass
Large Impressive Murano Vistosi Disc Ceiling
Located in London, GB
Multimix color and multitechnique Vistosi disc ceiling light. Handblown discs in red, ruby red, and
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Flush Mount
Materials
Chrome, Steel
Large Impressive Multi-Color Murano Glass Vistosi Disc Chandelier, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in London, GB
Large impressive multi-color Murano glass Vistosi disc chandelier, 1970s
Measures:
Total height
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Impressive Handblown Murano White and Clear Glass Vistosi Disc Chandeliers
By Vistosi
Located in London, GB
Impressive handblown Murano white and clear glass Vistosi disc chandelier, 1970s
Measure
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Pair of Mid-Century Murano Smoked Glass Chromed Discs Table Lamp, Italy, 1970s
Located in BUDAPEST, HU
Italian Murano smoked glass and chromed discs table lamps, 1970s, Set of 2
Each item features a
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Nason Mazzega or Vistosi Flush Mount Chandelier Flower Sconce Murano Glass 1960s
By Vistosi, Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Vistosi, Italy, 1960s. The amazing Midcentury light is made of hand-crafted Murano glass bowl discs in
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Gorgeous Unique Murano Glass Wall Decoration.
By Vistosi
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Incredible and Huge wall decoration made of 135 Murano Glass Vistosi discs and a custom made
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Decorative Art
Materials
Stainless Steel
Decorative Murano Glass Wall Sculpture, "Eterna" Sustainable Reclaimed Design
Located in Milan, IT
, bottles and other Murano glass objects, Eterna discs are unique compositions; their beauty comes from the
Category
2010s Italian Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Murano Glass
Rullo, LED Wall Lamp Consisting of a Coated Brass Stem and Trasparent Glass Disc
Located in MARGHERA, Venezia
LED wall lamp consisting of a coated brass stem and a trasparent glass disc. The lamp is available
Category
2010s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
Decorative artwork in Murano glass, limited edition, one of a kind
Located in Milan, IT
, bottles and other Murano glass objects, Eterna discs are unique compositions; their beauty comes from the
Category
2010s Italian Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Murano Glass
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Murano Glass Disc For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic murano glass disc available at 1stDibs. Each murano glass disc for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, murano glass and metal. Find 262 options for an antique or vintage murano glass disc now, or shop our selection of 92 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a murano glass disc — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A murano glass disc made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. Vistosi, Gino Vistosi and Venfield each produced at least one beautiful murano glass disc that is worth considering.
How Much is a Murano Glass Disc?
The average selling price for a murano glass disc at 1stDibs is $4,456, while they’re typically $225 on the low end and $28,500 for the highest priced.
Finding the Right Lighting for You
The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.
Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.
Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat.
Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.
As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.
There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation.
With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.
The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
Questions About Murano Glass Disc
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- Is Murano glass worth anything?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024Yes, some Murano glass is worth something. Typically, antique pieces from the 16th, 17th, 18th and 19th centuries tend to be worth significantly more than 20th-century and contemporary glassware from Murano. Collectors frequently look for pieces made by particular artisans, such as Paolo Venini, Alfredo Barbini, Carlo Scarpa, Vittorio Zecchin, Lino Tagliapetra and Carlo Moretti. Others seek out pieces that display certain glassmaking techniques, such as filigrana, which gives glass a lace-like quality. The size, age, condition, type and style all contribute to the potential value of Murano pieces. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with the valuation process. Find a large collection of Murano glass on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 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 ExpertMarch 3, 2023To tell if a Murano glass fruit is real, look for the signature of the artist or factory on the piece. Authentic Murano glass often, but not always, includes labels with the name of the workshop, the signature of the glass master and a certificate of authenticity. Use trusted online resources to determine if the maker's location is or was in Murano, in northeastern Italy. Seeing the word "Murano" on a glass decorative object doesn't mean that it is authentic. In fact, most genuine pieces won't show the word "Murano." Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. If you need assistance authenticating a piece, seek the help of a licensed appraiser. Shop a selection of Murano glass decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 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.
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