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Postmodern Murano Glass Snail Decorative Figure by La Murrina with Silver Flakes
By La Murrina
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy by La Murrina, 1980s.
This snail is made in light green Murano glass with silver
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Silver Leaf
Seguso Vetri d
Arte Murano Sommerso Yellow Italian Art Glass Bunny Rabbit Figure
By Seguso Vetri d
Arte, Flavio Poli
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso yellow green Italian art glass bunny rabbit sculpture
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass
Seguso Vetri d
Arte Murano Sommerso Yellow Italian Art Glass Bunny Rabbit Figure
By Seguso Vetri d
Arte, Flavio Poli
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Adorable vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso yellow orange Italian art glass bunny rabbit sculpture
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Glass
Seguso Vetri d
Arte Murano Blue Stripes Dress Italian Art Glass Ballerina Figure
By Seguso Vetri d
Arte, Flavio Poli
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful, very rare vintage Murano hand blown blue stripped over clear glass Italian art glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
Murano Opal White Gold Flecks Red Blue Italian Art Glass Clown Figure Sculpture
By Cenedese, Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown opalescent white, red and blue jumpsuit Italian art glass clown
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
Alfredo Barbini Murano Gray Black Gold Fleck Italian Art Glass Poodle Dog Figure
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
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Gorgeous and Rare Murano Hand Blown Gray
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
Murano Large Vintage White Spots Gold Fleck Italian Art Glass Dove Bird Figure
By Barovier&Toso, Ercole Barovier
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown white spots and gold flecks Italian art glass figurine
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
Figure of Small Mouse, Murano Manufacture, 1920s
Located in Roma, IT
Opalescent molded glass realized by Murano manufacturers. Market "Sabino".
Excellent conditions
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Figural Owl Vase Signed Gambaro
Poggi
By Gambaro
Poggi
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Murano figural owl vase signed Gambaro & Poggi, With gold infused body, realistically modeled with
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Seguso Vetri d
Arte Murano Vintage Pink Opal Black Italian Art Glass Bird Figure
By Seguso Vetri d
Arte
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso opalescent pink and clear Italian art glass bird
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Opaline Glass
Seguso Vetri d
Arte Murano Vintage Opal White Blue Italian Art Glass Bird Figure
By Seguso Vetri d
Arte
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso opalescent white and sky blue Italian art glass bird
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass, Glass, Sommerso
Hand Blown Murano Glass Bird with Metal Legs, 1970s
By Vintage Murano Gallery, Alessandro Pianon
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Modern hand blown glass bird.
A very stylish Italian Murano art glass figure of a bird dating from around
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Large Gino Cendese Murano Glass Sculpture Male Bust Figure, Italy, 1970
By Gino Cenedese
Located in Washington, DC
Signed and dated Gino Cendese (Italian, 1907-1973) solid clear glass sculpture of a male bust
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Glass
Fish In Corals Murano Art Glass Sculpture Figure Mid-20th Century, Venice Italy
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Murano, Italian art glass, three fish in a coral reef, multicolored sculpture, circa 1970
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
Murano Art Glass Striped Fish, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
beautiful Murano glass fish figure to place alone or with other Murano glass fishes creating a fun
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Glass
Large Scale Vintage Murano Glass Duck
By Venini, Fratelli Toso, Barovier, Seguso, Salviati
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful large scale midcentury Italian Murano glass duck figure. This tall vintage Murano hand
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Antique Murano White Gold Flecks Italian Art Deco Scotty Dog Figure Bookend
By Ferro Toso Barovier, Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful early antique Murano hand blown white and gold flecks Italian art glass scotty dog
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
Vittorio Angini Silver Mounted Murano Cello Playing Clown Figure
By Vittorio Angini
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A delightful mid-century Italian Murano glass and silver musical clown figure by Vittorio Angini
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Silver
Murano Large Art Glass Fish Sculpture
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
dimensionality.
Mid-Century Modern vintage hand blown Murano glass fish figure with a clear glass and turquoise
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
James Coignard Murano Abstract Glass Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Fabulous large figural Murano glass sculpture called Structure by French Artist James Coignard
Category
1990s Italian Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Postmodern Handmade Scavo Glass Decorative Fish Figure by Luigi Mellara, Italy
By Luigi Mellara
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Italy, 1970s.
This fish is made in hand-blown polychrome scavo glass, with darker glass parts that
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass Virgo Paperweight by Ferro and Lazzarini 1980, Italy
By Ferro
Lazzarini 1
Located in Glasgow, GB
figure, finely detailed and set against a black Murano glass backdrop. Surrounding the figure is a double
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Paperweights
Materials
Gold
Postmodern Handmade Scavo Glass Decorative Fish Figure by Luigi Mellara, Italy
By Luigi Mellara
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Italy, 1970s.
This scavo glass fish is signed by Luigi Mellara.
It is vintage, therefore it might
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Murano Glass Chinese Figures, Attributed to Pino Signoretto
By Pino Signoretto
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, folded arms. Not marked, residue of a vintage Murano glass label.
The larger figure measures 12" x 3
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Large Licio Zanetti Striped Murano Glass Open Wings Duck Sculpture or Vase
By Licio Zanetti
Located in Barcelona, ES
Elegant Murano glass duck figure / sculpture with ribbons in white and burgundy colors by Licio
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Seguso Vetri d
Arte Murano Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Pig Figurine Sculpture
By Seguso Vetri d
Arte
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching Gold Flecked Clear Murano Art Glass Little Pig Figure. Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Italy
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
Seguso Vetri d
Arte Murano Gold Flecks Art Glass Wild Pig Figurine Sculpture
By Seguso Vetri d
Arte
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching gold flecked clear murano art glass little wild pig figure. Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Italy
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
Pair of Cenedese Vetri Murano Gold Fleck Gilt Glass Figurines Candleholders
By Seguso Vetri d
Arte, Cenedese
Located in San Diego, CA
Murano glass. The pair of figural candleholders bot have their original foil decals. Great design and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Pair of vintage Murano glass figural candleholders
Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY
Nice pair of hand blown Murano glass figural candleholders. Black glass and clear glass with gold
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Candle Holders
Materials
Blown Glass
Murano Glass Figural Vases In The Form Of Fish
Located in Toronto, ON
Whimsical pair of crackled glass vases in the form of fish-hand blown glass with an acqua tint.
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Animal Sculptures
Murano Glass Hippopotamus Figure
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This large scale violet and emerald green colored Murano glass figure of a hippopotamus was
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Salviati Glass Snake Charmer and Snake
Located in New York, NY
Salviati Murano glass figure of seated Indian snake charmer. Black glass body with multicolor
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Rare Red Alfredo Barbini Murano Nude Pasta di Vetro Glass Figure on Pedestal
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Here is a very rare red pasta di vetro glass figure of a nude Sirene by Alfredo Barbini. These are
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
Art Deco Glass Figure "Diana with globe" Lauscha Bimini 1930 Austria
Located in Vienna, Vienna
Art Deco glass figure "Diana with globe"
Lauscha Bimini 1930
Austria, Vienna.
Category
Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Alfredo Barbini Rare Snake Charmer Murano Figure, 1950s
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Rare sculptural Murano figure of a snake charmer by Alfredo Barbini. The purple glass portion has a
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Solid Chalcedony Glass Nude Figure by Loredano Rosin, circa 1970s
By Loredano Rosin
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Signed Loredano Rosin Chalcedony glass Murano figure of a nude.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Murano 1970s Sommerso Glass Figure
By Archimede Seguso
Located in London, GB
A sommerso glass oriental figure attributed
to Archimede Seguso.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Large Scale Murano Glass Fish Figure by Seguso
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish and chic Murano glass fish was created by the Seguso AV workroom and dates to the
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Handblown Murano Glass Courtesan Figure by Barovier
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Miami, FL
Venetian courtesan figure in handblown Murano glass with a lot of gold flecking known as aventurine
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
Barovier e Toso Murano Glass Duck Figure, Bronze Head, Italy 1950s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Indianapolis, IN
Bronze head with glass eyes, super piece.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Bubble Glass Figure of a Water Bearer, Circa 1930
s
Located in Lake Forest, IL
Murano bubble glass figure in green and gold, controlled bubbles throughout with golden jug, flower
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
Early Murano Figural Blackamoor Double Candlestick.
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a very good murano Barovier and Toso candlestick, of a Blackamoor "Butler" holding the
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Candle Holders
Materials
Glass
1930s Murano Figure of an Accordion Player
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Brussel, BE
& Toso. The figure is in Iridescent glass.
Category
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Murano Figure of Water Bearer, Circa 1930
s
Located in Lake Forest, IL
Murano figure of water bearer, with lattice glass cap and apron, bubble glass central figure and
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
Figural Vase by Mario Badioli, Murano, Italy
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Colorful figural vase by Mario Badioli. Signed. *Notes: There is no sales tax on this item if it is
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Pair of Figural Murano Sculptures in Millefiori Dress by Seguso Vetri d
Arte
By Seguso Vetri d
Arte
Located in Pasadena, CA
colorful figural pair of art glass sculptures in the Louis XV manner. The couple dressed in remarkable
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Murano style art glass and chrome table lamp
Located in Chicago, IL
Murano style free-form art glass figural lamp with chrome plated metal base and decorative sphere
Category
Vintage 1970s Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Murano Glass Figural Sweetmeats Dishes
By Flavio Poli
Located in Charleston, SC
Gilt decorated pair of Murano Cristallo Glass depicting a servant presenting sweetmeats.
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Murano Glass Pink and Gold Flecks Sculptural Swan Bowl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mid-20th century coveted pink with gold flecks figural Italian Murano glass figural swan bowl
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Gold
Large Abstract Figural Loredano Rosini Murano Glass Torso Sculpture
By Loredano Rosin
Located in Chicago, IL
A magnificent and large abstract signed Murano glass torso sculpture by the Italian maestro
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Vintage
Scavo
Murano Glass Madonna Figurine by Ermanno Nason at Cenedese
By Cenedese, Ermanno Nason
Located in Venice, Murano
This vintage Murano glass figurine was handmade by the great glass-master Ermanno Nason at Gino
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Murano Glass Female Torso Sculpture by Ermanno Nason at Cenedese, 1970
By Cenedese, Ermanno Nason
Located in Venice, Murano
a prominent figure in Murano glass-making, working alongside world renowned painters and sculptors
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Busts
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage
Scavo
Murano Glass Buffalo with Gold Leaf by Ermanno Nason at Cenedese
By Cenedese, Ermanno Nason
Located in Venice, Murano
prominent figure in Murano glass-making, working alongside world renowned painters and sculptors of his time
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
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Murano Glass Figural For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal murano glass figural for your home. A murano glass figural — often made from glass, murano glass and art glass — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a murano glass figural — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right murano glass figural, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made murano glass figural over the years, but those crafted by Archimede Seguso, Alfredo Barbini and Salviati are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Murano Glass Figural?
The average selling price for a murano glass figural at 1stDibs is $1,200, while they’re typically $195 on the low end and $28,000 for the highest priced.
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Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with antique and vintage decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style.
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Questions About Murano Glass Figural
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano Aventurine is glass that has been decorated with a surface effect which resembles shimmering specks found in quartz. This technique was pioneered by Murano in the 17th century. On 1stDibs, find Murano glass products from top sellers around the world.
- Why is it called Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023It is called Murano glass because of its place of origin. During the 13th century, artisans on the island of Murano in Venice, Italy, became famous for producing colorful glassware. Find a range of Murano glass from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is Murano glass valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Whether Murano glass is valuable depends on a variety of factors, including the type of piece and its condition. Artisans on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy, produce the colorful glassware through a unique process. Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century (the filigrana technique is as old as the 16th century). A certified appraiser can help you determine the value and authenticity of a particular piece. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Murano glassware.
- Is Murano glass worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Yes, many glass lovers believe that Murano glass is worth it. Murano glass is named for the Venetian island of Murano, where glassmaking has been practiced for centuries. The glass is made using a variety of artisanal processes and is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Every vintage Murano glass decorative object is unique. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and irregular shapes due to the freeform creation process. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Murano glass is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Murano glass and other art glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- Is Murano blown glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, Murano is blown glass. Artisans on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy, produce the colorful glassware through a unique process. Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century (the filigrana technique is as old as the 16th century). On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Murano glassware from some of the world’s top sellers.
- How can I identify Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. Find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021There is no real difference between Venetian glass and Murano glass. While both Venetian glass and Murano glass come from Murano Island, Venice is a more popular location than Murano, hence it is called widely as Venetian glass. You can use both search terms to find the best piece for you on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022All Murano glass pieces are either hand-blown or mouth-blown in Murano, Italy. This will cause small imperfections like air bubbles or a Pontil mark. In addition, the glass master will leave his signature on the piece indicating its authenticity. It’s important to purchase from a vetted seller or vendor to ensure authenticity. Shop authentic Murano glass pieces from 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Murano glass does indeed have a pontil mark. Murano glass is individually blown in Venice, Italy, and the mark at the bottom is made by the rod used by the artisan when they shape the piece. Shop a collection of Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell if Murano glass is vintage, it's usually necessary to conduct some online research using trusted sources. Start by looking for a maker's mark and then cross-referencing it with images published online to determine who made your piece. By learning more about the manufacturer and what they produced over the years by reading histories and exploring product catalogues, you can estimate the rough age of your piece. For Murano glass to be considered vintage, it must be between 20 and 99 years old. Older pieces are classified as antique. If you need assistance with dating your glassware, seek the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a range of Murano glass on 1stDibs.
- 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.
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