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Bubbles, Black-blue blown glass sculpture-object
By Giorgetti S.p.A.
Located in Lentate Sul Seveso, MB
Handcrafted blown glass sculpture-object with ever-changing irregular shapes. It features a decoration consisting of a transparent mass and a colored mass that blend together.
It is ...
Category
2010s Italian Paperweights
Materials
Murano Glass
$1,734 / item
Bubbles, Black-amethyst blown glass sculpture-object
By Giorgetti S.p.A.
Located in Lentate Sul Seveso, MB
Handcrafted blown glass sculpture-object with ever-changing irregular shapes. It features a decoration consisting of a transparent mass and a colored mass that blend together.
It is ...
Category
2010s Italian Paperweights
Materials
Murano Glass
$1,477 / item
Stylized Sommerso Frog Sculpture / Paperweight by Murano Glass
By Murano 5
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous stylized frog sculpture / paperweight in green and clear glass sommerso by Murano Glass
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Stylized Green Art Glass Cat Sculpture / Paperweight by Murano Glass
By Murano 5
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous stylized cat sculpture / paperweight in emerald green by Murano Glass, circa 1990s. The
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Pair Vistosi Murano Model S562 Sasso Stone Glass Eyeball Style Paperweights
By Vistosi
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
New Old stock pair of Vistosi Murano S562 Sasso Stone hand blown glass objects to resemble eyes
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
Malachite Jewelry Dish Desk Vessel
Located in New York, NY
#: LU1314218503602 (SOLD.)
Blue art glass knot, ID#: LU1314218486102 (SOLD.)
Green Murano art glass paperweight, ID
Category
20th Century Organic Modern Paperweights
Materials
Malachite
Murano Black Clear Duck Sculpture Art Glass Paperweight with Silver Flecks
By Formia Murano
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching Murano glass duck figure / paperweight / sculpture. Manufactured by Formia Murano
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Silver Leaf
$1,187 Sale Price
20% Off
1950
s Murano Bubble Glass Apple Paperweight Decorative sculpture
By Formia Murano
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful Italian Murano bubble grass red apple with green stem in excellent condition , no chips
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
Murano Glass Gold Pear Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Charming gold speckled Murano glass pear paperweight. Striking design of controlled bubbles
Category
20th Century Italian Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Vintage Murano Glass Aquarium Paperweight
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Vintage Murano glass aquarium with nine multicolored fishes.
Category
20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass Fish Sculpture, Paperweight
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Bochum, NRW
A Murano glass fish sculpture, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with no
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Murano Glass Frog Sculpture, Paperweight
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Bochum, NRW
A Murano glass frog sculpture, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with no
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Seguso Paperweight Seguso Murano Glass 1950 Italy
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Milano, IT
Seguso paperweight Seguso Murano glass 1950 Italy.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Other Obelisks
Materials
Murano Glass
Cat Paperweight Figurine Black White Art Glass Abstract Signed ICET Murano
By Alfredo Barbini, ICET Murano
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage ICET Arte Murano hand blown deep black with white accents abstract shape tuxedo
Category
Late 20th Century Venezuelan Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Sommerso
$375 Sale Price
25% Off
Murano Glass Pear Bookend Paperweight or Decorative Piece
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Glass Murano Hand Blown Pear Bookend or paperweight with interior burst of orange.
A wonderful
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Red White Spot Italian Art Glass Mushroom Toadstool Paperweight Sculpture
By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM), Fornasa De Murano A L
Insegna Del Moreto
Located in Kissimmee, FL
glass mushroom / toadstool sculptural paperweight. The mushroom has been sculpted in a very realistic
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
$600 Sale Price
20% Off
HOLIDAY GIFT - Vintage Murano Glass Parrot Sculpture, Paperweight
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Bochum, NRW
Beautiful Murano glass parrot sculpture, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass
Italian Murano Art Glass Large Pumpkin Sculpture or Paperweight
Located in Barcelona, ES
Amberina Murano Art Glass Pumpkin Sculpture with Gold Flecks, Italy, 1960s
A finely executed
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
Paolo Venini "Inciso" Glass Object or Paperweight, Murano, Italy, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A striking mid-century modern glass object by renowned Italian designer Paolo Venini, crafted on
Category
Vintage 1950s Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Art Glass Swimming Fish Aquarium Italian Vintage Sculpture Paperweight
By Cenedese, Riccardo Licata
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso swimming fish aquarium Italian art glass paperweight
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Murano Art Glass Multi Color Spiral Paperweight Sculpture, Italy 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Beautiful abstract Murano blown glass sculpture. Artist unknown. Italy, 1960s
This art glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Murrine, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
Dalmatian Murano Glass Black White Spotted Puppy Dog Figure Paperweight
Located in Barcelona, ES
Cute hand blown Murano glass Puppy Dog Figurine Sculpture in Black and White Murrine, Italy, 1950s
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$902 Sale Price
20% Off
Murano Gambaro Poggi Purple Scavo Italian Art Glass Rabbit Figurine Paperweight
By Gambaro
Poggi
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown purple, blue and green Italian art glass bunny rabbit
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass
Murano Glass Aquarium by Gino Cenedese with Two Fishes, Paperweight
By Gino Cenedese
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Murano, Italy, 1980s.
This rare decorative object, which can also be used as a paperweight
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Salviati Murano Sommerso Cobalt Blue Italian Art Glass Owl Figure Paperweight
By Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful, and large, vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso cobalt blue over clear Italian art glass
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Murano Gambaro Poggi Orange Blue Italian Art Glass Snail Figurine Paperweight
By Gambaro
Poggi
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown bright orange, yellow and sapphire blue Italian art glass snail
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Opaline Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
Alfredo Barbini for Cenedese Murano Glass Aquarium Sculpture Paperweight
By Cenedese, Alfredo Barbini
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Lovely Murano aquarium fish tank block paperweight. A colorful tropical fish inside a glass block
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Handmade art glass Ribbons paperweight - signed and dated 1975
By Vintage Murano Gallery, Venini
Located in Leicester, GB
Beautiful handmade art glass paperweight. This paperweight has an attractive egg shape with bands
Category
Vintage 1970s English Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Art Glass
Murano Purple Red Core Italian Art Glass Obelisk Pyramid Paperweight Sculpture
By Cenedese, Galliano Ferro
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso amethyst purple with red core Italian art glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Obelisks
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
$600 Sale Price
20% Off
Murano Opalescent Blue Green Italian Art Glass Horse Pony Paperweight Sculpture
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Cute vintage Murano hand blown opalescent green, blue with controlled bubbles Italian art glass
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass, Glass
$335 Sale Price
33% Off
Murano Glass Apple Paperweight by Ogetti, Italy, Circa 1970s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Clear glass Murano paperweight by Ogetti. This Mid-Century Modern piece will look great on any desk
Category
20th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Handcrafted Floriform Blue and Clear Cased Murano Style Art Glass Paperweight
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
paperweight.
Beautiful Bohemian blue blown glass small vase or candle holder made in heavy thick art glass in
Category
Late 20th Century Czech Post-Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Gambaro Poggi Green Red Blue Italian Art Glass Turtle Figure Paperweight
By Gambaro
Poggi
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand green, red, and blue Italian art glass sea turtle figurine
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Murano White Sky Blue Italian Art Glass Pear Apple Fruit Sculpture Paperweights
By Archimede Seguso, Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown bright white and sky blue Italian art glass pear / apple fruit
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$400 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Murano Multicolor Art Glass Fish Sculpture Paperweight with Gold Flecks, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern hand blown Murano glass fish figure with multicolor murrine and gold flecks
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
$850 Sale Price
20% Off
Fratelli Toso Murano Clear Red Italian Art Glass Puppy Dog Paperweight Figure
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Cute vintage Murano hand blown red and clear Italian art glass puppy dog sculpture / paperweight
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$338 Sale Price
24% Off
Pair of Seguso Murano Pink Blue Art Glass Bird Figure Paperweights, 1960s
By Seguso
Located in Barcelona, ES
as paperweights or exhibited alone or as a part of a Murano glass collection.
Excellent condition
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Glass, Blown Glass
$1,187 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Murano Gambaro Poggi Red Blue Purple Italian Art Glass Bird Figurine Paperweight
By Gambaro
Poggi
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown bright red, dark cobalt blue and lavender Italian art glass
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass
$300 Sale Price
25% Off
Murano Blue Purple Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Baby Bird Figurine Paperweight
By Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown blue purple, and gold flecks Italian art glass bird figurine on
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
$400 Sale Price
20% Off
Barbini Murano White Gold Flecks Pink Italian Art Glass Bird Figure Paperweight
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown white, pink and gold flecks Italian art glass bird on base
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
$450 Sale Price
25% Off
Murano Sommerso Aqua Blue Gold Leaf Italian Art Glass Bird Figures Paperweight
By Alfredo Barbini, Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso aqua blue and gold flecks Italian art glass bird
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
$450 Sale Price
25% Off
Midcentury Set of Three Glass Paperweights, Italian Murano, circa 1960
Located in Labrit, Landes
1960s set of three paperweights from Murano Venici
Italian Murano glass
Dimensions of each
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
$275 Sale Price
52% Off
Cenedese Aquarium /Fish Tank Murano Glass, Sculpture/Paperweight Attr Licata
By Cenedese, Riccardo Licata
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great aquarium, fish tank in Murano Glass, by Cenedese and attributed to Riccardo Licata, well
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Murano Style Art Glass Lily Flower Shaped Candle Holder Paperweight Catchall
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
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Italian Murano Art Glass lily flower multicolor paperweight or candle holder, votive.
Murano blown swirled
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Art Glass
Cenedese Murano glass fish sculpture /paperweight attb to Da Ros.
By Antonio da Ros, Cenedese
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful modern fish sculpture by Cenedese .
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass
2 Murano Italian Art Glass Sea Turtle Aquarium Figurines Paperweights Pair
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of hand blown Italian art glass figurines / paperweights or hand chillers in the shape of sea
Category
Vintage 1970s Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
$188 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Unique Murano Glass Dachshund Dog Paperweight Antonio da Ros for Cenedese 1960s
By Antonio da Ros, Cenedese
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This exquisite Murano glass dachshund figurine was designed by Antonio da Ros for Cenedese in the
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Vintage Murano Twist Vase, Italian, Art Glass Posy Sleeve, Paperweight, C.1980
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage Murano twist vase. An Italian, art glass posy sleeve or paperweight, dating to
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Murano Vintage Double Fish Swim In Algae Italian Aquarium Sculpture Paperweight
By Riccardo Licata, Cenedese
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso double fish aquarium Italian art glass sculpture
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Murano Glass Sculpture very decorative - Bookcase Accent
Located in Milano, IT
accessory
A heavy, fun and decorative Murano clear glass paperweight accessory for your desk that under
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
Fratelli Toso MILLEFIORI Paperweights, Leslie Pina Collection
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
husband Ramon personally collected and studied.
Note: Please see our extensive collection of Murano glass
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
$245 Sale Price / item
30% Off
Fratelli Toso MILLEFIORI Paperweights, Leslie Pina Collection
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
our extensive collection of Murano glass and other paperweights, from the Leslie Pina estate, and
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
$245 Sale Price / item
30% Off
Fratelli Toso ZANFIRICO Paperweights, Leslie Pina Collection
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
collection of Murano glass and other paperweights, from the Leslie Pina estate, and listed on 1stdibs. RKW
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
$245 Sale Price / item
30% Off
Fratelli Toso MILLEFIORI Paperweights, Leslie Pina Collection
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
our extensive collection of Murano glass and other paperweights, from the Leslie Pina estate, and
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
$245 Sale Price / item
30% Off
Fratelli Toso MILLEFIORI Paperweights, Leslie Pina Collection
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
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Note: Please see our extensive collection of Murano glass and other paperweights, from the Leslie Pina
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
$245 Sale Price / item
30% Off
Fratelli Toso MILLEFIORI Paperweights, Leslie Pina Collection
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
collected and studied.
Note: Please see our extensive collection of Murano glass and other paperweights
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
$245 Sale Price / item
30% Off
3 Fratelli Toso a CANNE Paperweights, Leslie Pina Collection
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
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Note: Please see our extensive collection of Murano glass and other paperweights, from the Leslie Pina
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
$245 Sale Price / item
30% Off
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Murano Glass Paperweights For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of murano glass paperweights is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of glass, murano glass and art glass, all murano glass paperweights available were constructed with great care. There are 773 antique and vintage murano glass paperweights for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 4 modern editions to choose from as well. Murano glass paperweights have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of murano glass paperweights to choose from, but at 1stDibs, mid-century modern, modern and Art Deco murano glass paperweights are of considerable interest. Murano glass paperweights have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Fratelli Toso, Murano and Alfredo Barbini are consistently popular.
How Much are Murano Glass Paperweights?
Murano glass paperweights can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $420, while the lowest priced sells for $30 and the highest can go for as much as $14,500.
Finding the Right Paperweights for You
While any heavy object can be used to hold loose papers, there’s nothing as ornate yet perfectly functional as a paperweight. Antique, new and vintage paperweights can unobtrusively enhance the ambience of a room or act as a colorful conversation starter. On a desk or writing table, it can contribute a subtle sense of style.
Glass paperweights emerged in Europe in the mid-19th century. Early paperweight artisans like Venetian glassmaker Pietro Bigaglia often crafted them with a design on the inside. By the early 1900s, paperweight objects became even more popular through innovative iterations by artists like Louis Comfort Tiffany.
As the paperweight became both a luxury and utilitarian object, creators used a variety of materials to set their wares apart. Today, in addition to the classic glass versions, paperweights are made of metal, wood, ceramic and stone.
A vast selection of paperweights as well as a whole range of other desk accessories can be found on 1stDibs — browse by type, price, period, material or style, from Art Deco and Hollywood Regency to metal and glass. Reflecting their widespread appeal, paperweights are available in a diverse array from across the globe, including Italy, France and North America, as well as examples by leading designers and brands such as Fratelli Toso, William Guillon and René Lalique. Whether an office or a study needs a touch of something vintage or a mid-century modern twist, there are paperweights to suit every taste.
Questions About Murano Glass Paperweights
- Are Murano paperweights signed?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022No, Murano paperweights are not always marked. In some cases, you may find a label on the bottom that tells you the name of the workshop or shows the signature of the master. However, the labels can come off, and some workshops don't use them. On 1stDibs, find a variety of expertly vetted Murano glass paperweights.
- Does Murano make paperweights?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, paperweights are one of the many items that are made in the glass factory on the island of Murano in Venice, Italy. Known as the finest producers of art glass in the world, Murano makes a variety of glass items including paperweights. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original Murano art from Italy.
- What is a glass paperweight?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A glass paperweight is a small glass object, containing colorful complex designs depicting florals, animals and more. They are paperweights in name only, and are often displayed as prized art pieces. You’ll find a variety of glass paperweights from some of the world’s top sellers 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.
- 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.
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