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Carlo Nason Italian Mid-Century Murano Rainbow Glass Chandelier for Mazzega 70s
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Morazzone, Varese
wiring. It keeps 36 hand-crafted, big-size Murano glass plates of iridescent rainbow shimmering white
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Nickel

Cappellin Murano Round Orange Color Glass Plate, 1920
By Cappellin
Located in Roma, Lazio
orange background, handcrafted in the Murano furnaces. The plate is made of glass paste with a
Category

Vintage 1920s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Cappellin Murano Round Orange Color Glass Plate, 1920
By Cappellin
Located in Roma, Lazio
orange background, handcrafted in the Murano furnaces. The plate is made of glass paste with a
Category

Vintage 1920s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Patchwork Murano Wall Sconces by Venini, 3 Available
By Venini, Toni Zuccheri
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare vintage Italian Patchwork wall lights with Murano glass plates mounted on painted metal frames
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Art Glass and Brass Midcentury Chandelier / Wall Light, 2000
Located in Roma, Lazio
brass structure, in the shape of a climbing plant. Pink Murano glass plates are mounted above, their
Category

Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Murano Art Glass and Brass Midcentury Chandelier / Wall Light, 2000
Located in Roma, Lazio
brass structure, in the shape of a climbing plant. Blue Murano glass plates are mounted above, their
Category

Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Murano Cactus Art glass Round Water Green Color Floor Lamp, 1970
Located in Roma, Lazio
Splendid illuminated sculpture entirely in very fine Murano glass plates of a splendid sea water
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Barovier Toso Murano Round Sky Blue Color Glass Plate, 1980
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Roma, Lazio
plate is made of glass paste with a light blue background with gold flecks; it is medium in size and
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Art Glass and Brass Midcentury Wall Light Sconces, 2000
Located in Roma, Lazio
shape of a climbing plant. Amber Murano glass plates are mounted above, their shape resembles flowers
Category

Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Italian Red Silver Smoked Bronze Crystal Murano Glass Sculpture Chandelier/Flush
By Cosulich Interiors Antiques
Located in New York, NY
Hollywood regency glamour and is composed of Murano glass plates of various sizes, colors and worked with
Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Silver Leaf

Italian Red Silver Smoked Bronze Crystal Murano Glass Sculpture Chandelier/Flush
By Cosulich Interiors Antiques
Located in New York, NY
Hollywood regency glamour and is composed of Murano glass plates of various sizes, colors and worked with
Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Silver Leaf

MCM Murano Glass Chandelier designed by Carlo Nason for AV Mazzega, Italy 1970s
By Carlo Nason, AVMazzega
Located in Beograd, RS
and fused dark amber and clear Murano glass plates in organic shape. This chandelier was designed by a
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Italian Monumental Purple Gold Silver Smoked Murano Glass Brass Chandelier
By Cosulich Interiors Antiques
Located in New York, NY
mount, has certainly Hollywood regency glamour and is composed of Murano glass plates of various sizes
Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Silver Leaf, Brass

Italian Monumental Purple Gold Silver Smoked Murano Glass Brass Chandelier
By Cosulich Interiors Antiques
Located in New York, NY
mount, has certainly Hollywood Regency glamour and is composed of Murano glass plates of various sizes
Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass, Silver Leaf

Barovier Toso Murano Round Sky Blue Color Glass Plate, 1980
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Roma, Lazio
the 1980s with a light blue and aventurine background, handcrafted in the Murano furnaces. The plate
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

1970s Amber Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in Leicester, GB
Stunning two-tier chandelier. 10 small and 24 large Murano glass plates. The soft curvaceous plates
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

1970s Amber Murano Glass Chandelier
1970s Amber Murano Glass Chandelier
$1,860 Sale Price
20% Off
Brutalist Floor Lamp with Murano Glass Panels by Albano Poli for Poliarte
By Albano Poli, Poliarte
Located in Beograd, RS
for Poliarte. The lamp is made of steel, with 6 Murano glass plates as the shades. It requires 6
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Vintage 1970s Italian Brutalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Murano Glass and Maple Wood Round Center Table, 1980
Located in Roma, Lazio
generous thickness, and a round wooden base lacquered in black shellac; gold colored Murano glass plates
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Murano Cactus Art glass Round Water Green Color Floor Lamp, 1970
Located in Roma, Lazio
Splendid illuminated sculpture entirely in very fine Murano glass plates of a splendid sea water
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Art Glass Rectangular Mid-Century Chandelier and Pendant, 1970
Located in Roma, Lazio
Murano chandelier with an elongated design with a brass structure and unique glass color. The
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Sputnik Light Smoky Color Art Glass Chandelier and Pendant, 2020
Located in Roma, Lazio
Large, clear, smoked glass plates with a rim compose this stunning Murano chandelier. A classic mid
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Contemporary Elongated Green Murano Glass and Brass Ceiling Lamp, Italy
Located in Ibiza, Spain
along its entire length. Each level is wrapped with a Murano glass plate, creating a folded effect
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Brass

Original Cenedese Milky White Plate in Murano Glass with Flowers Italy 1990s
By Cenedese
Located in Villaverla, IT
Original Cenedese Milky White Plate in Murano Glass with Flowers Italy 1990s Entirely handcrafted
Category

1990s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Art Glass and Brass Midcentury Chandelier / Wall Light, 2010
Located in Roma, Lazio
the shape of a climbing plant. Gold Murano glass plates are mounted above, their shape is reminiscent
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Murano Art Glass and Brass Midcentury Wall Light, 2020
Located in Roma, Lazio
. The applique has a brass structure, in the shape of a climbing plant. Violet Murano glass plates are
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Elongated Pink Red Multicolored Murano Glass and Brass Ceiling Lamp, Italy
Located in Madrid, ES
along its entire length. Each level is wrapped with a Murano glass plate, creating a folded effect
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Priest s Hat Shaped Serving Plate in Amethyst Blown Murano Glass Italy 1980s
Located in Villaverla, IT
Priest's Hat Shaped Serving Plate in Amethyst Blown Murano Glass Italy 1980s Completely
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Murrine Glass Plate Bouquet S White Millefiori Technique
By Ercole Moretti, Hands On Design
Located in Milan, IT
still living in Murano murrina glass. In ‘Bouquet’ plates the essential monochrome and elegant design
Category

2010s Italian Platters and Serveware

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Murrine Glass Plate Bouquet M White Millefiori Technique
By Hands On Design, Ercole Moretti
Located in Milan, IT
still living in Murano murrina glass. In ‘Bouquet’ plates the essential monochrome and elegant design
Category

2010s Italian Platters and Serveware

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Murrine Glass Plate Bouquet L White Millefiori Technique
By Ercole Moretti, Hands On Design
Located in Milan, IT
still living in Murano murrina glass. In ‘Bouquet’ plates the essential monochrome and elegant design
Category

2010s Italian Platters and Serveware

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Art Glass and Brass Smoky Color Wall Light and Sconces, 2020
Located in Roma, Lazio
Very original Murano glass wall lamp with a very elongated design of the glass plate and a unique
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Fratelli-Toso Two Murano Pasta Glass Vetri Plates
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Sharon, CT
Heavy yellow pasta glass with orange and brown glass rods pressed into the surface. 8 1/4 x 7 3/4 x
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Venetian Antique Lighted Mirrors in Murano Glass
Located in Milano, IT
a sweet bow. At the bottom is a connection that brings to life a hemispherical Murano glass plate
Category

Antique Early 1800s Italian Rococo Revival Mantel Mirrors and Fireplace ...

Materials

Murano Glass

Contemporary Elongated Brown and Gold Murano Glass and Brass Ceiling Lamp, Italy
Located in Ibiza, Spain
along its entire length. Each level is wrapped with a Murano glass plate, creating a folded effect
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Brass

Murano Art Glass and Brass Round Mid-Century Chandelier and Pendants, 2000
Located in Roma, Lazio
glass plates, very beautiful and particular. Simple but very elegant linear Murano chandelier. Murano
Category

Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Murano Cactus Art glass Round Water Green Color Floor Lamp, 1970
Located in Roma, Lazio
Splendid illuminated sculpture entirely in very fine Murano glass plates of a splendid sea water
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Square Ceiling Light Murano Glass Listels Brushed Nickel Charleston Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
essential modular shapes, the module is a thin Murano glass plate. When repeated, the modular plate reminds
Category

2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Ceiling Light Silver Murano Glass Listels Nickel finish - Charleston Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
essential modular shapes, the module is a thin Murano glass plate. When repeated, the modular plate reminds
Category

2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Artistic Ceiling Light Gold Glass Murano Listels Charleston by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
modular shapes, the module is a thin Murano glass plate. When repeated, the modular plate reminds the
Category

2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Art Glass and Brass Smoky Color Sandblasted Wall Light and Sconces, 2020
Located in Roma, Lazio
Very original Murano glass wall lamp with a very elongated design of the glass plate and a unique
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Modern Barovier Toso Green Yellow Art Murano Glass Red Heart Plate Centerpiece
By Barovier&Toso
Located in New York, NY
1990s rare and striking example of Murano glass artistry, this vibrant plate centerpiece signed by
Category

1990s Italian Organic Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass

Ceiling Light Gold Murano Glass Listels, Golden finish Charleston by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
modular shapes, the module is a thin Murano glass plate. When repeated, the modular plate reminds the
Category

2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Ceiling lamp Copper Murano Glass Listels brushed copper fixture by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
essential modular shapes; the module is a thin Murano glass plate. When repeated, the modular plate reminds
Category

2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Ceiling lamp Copper Murano Glass Listels brushed copper fixture by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
essential modular shapes; the module is a thin Murano glass plate. When repeated, the modular plate reminds
Category

2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Venetian Murano Glass Tray/ Plate With Engravings, 24K Gold Flakes, IT ca. 1960
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Lovely mid century Murano mirrored glass tray/ plate with gilt handles from the 1960s in Italy
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Rococo Revival Glass

Materials

Metal

Fratelli Toso Murano Millefiori Mosaic Antique Italian Art Glass Pitcher Plate
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful antique Murano hand blown large Millefiori Murrina flower mosaic Italian art glass water
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Pitchers

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine

Murano Art Glass and Brass Round Mid-Century Chandelier and Pendants, 2000
Located in Roma, Lazio
smoky Murano glass plates, very beautiful and particular. Simple but very elegant linear Murano
Category

Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Murano Art Glass and Brass Midcentury Chandelier / Wall Light, 2020
Located in Roma, Lazio
, in the shape of a climbing plant, which is completely removable. Green Murano glass plates are
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Italian Suspension Lamp with Gold Metal Structure and Red and Pink Murano Glass
Located in Ibiza, Spain
-finished metal structure supporting layered Murano glass plates in two distinct shades of pink, creating a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Brass

Murano Art Glass and Brass Midcentury Chandelier / Wall Light, 2000
Located in Roma, Lazio
, in the shape of a climbing plant, which is completely removable. Ice white Murano glass plates are
Category

Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Italian Toilet Set in Silver Plated and Blown Murano Glass from 40s
Located in Catania, CT
and blown murano glass.
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Centerpiece Plate, Design by Vittorio Zecchin in Blown Murano Glass, 1940s
By Vittorio Zecchin
Located in Torino, IT
Large centerpiece plate, design by Vittorio ZECCHIN (1878-1947) in Murano blown glass ORIGIN
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Vintage 1940s Italian Other Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Centerpiece Plate, Design by Vittorio Zecchin in Blown Murano Glass, 1940s
By Vittorio Zecchin
Located in Torino, IT
Large centerpiece plate, design Vittorio Zecchin (1878-1947) in blown Murano glass. Origin
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Vintage 1940s Italian Other Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Ceiling Round Light, Clear Murano Glass, Brushed Bronze Fixture by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
modular shapes, the module is a thin Murano glass plate. When repeated, the modular plate reminds the
Category

2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Postmodern Large Round Blown Glass Serving Plate by Seguso, Murano, Italy
By Seguso Vetri d Arte
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1960s - 1970s. It's made in blown glass by Seguso, Murano, Italy; a blown mark is
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Rectangular Ceiling Lamp, Ambergraniglia Murano Glass Listels by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
essential modular shapes, the module is a thin Murano glass plate. When repeated, the modular plate reminds
Category

2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Murano, Italy, set of six clear glass plates with spiral-shaped decoration
Located in København, Copenhagen
Murano, Italy, a set of six clear glass plates with spiral-shaped gold decoration. From
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

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Murano Glass Plate For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal murano glass plate for your home. A murano glass plate — often made from glass, metal and murano glass — can elevate any home. Find 596 options for an antique or vintage murano glass plate now, or shop our selection of 68 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the murano glass plate you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right murano glass plate, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Modern styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one murano glass plate that is appealing in its simplicity, but Venini, Mazzega Murano and Fabio Ltd produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Murano Glass Plate?

Prices for a murano glass plate can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $69 and can go as high as $68,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,455.

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Questions About Murano Glass Plate
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Murano 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 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 ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    How 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, 2022
    Murano 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 ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Murano 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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. 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, 2024
    Murano 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Although 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, 2022
    Murano 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 ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    It 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 ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Whether 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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. Find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Charger plates are decorative plates that are slightly larger than dinner plates. They are designed to go under the dinner plate, adding style to the table while protecting it from heat and spills. They are made from a variety of materials, including glass. Shop a collection of beautiful charger plates on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    There 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2022
    Yes, 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, 2023
    To 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.