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Triedri Glass Chandelier, 265 Pink Prism, Murano
By Venini
Located in Budapest, HU
Triedri Murano glass chandelier, 265 pink prism
A magnificent Murano glass chandelier, 265 pink
Category
Late 20th Century European Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
$8,313 / item
Triedri Glass Chandelier, 265 Trasparent Prism, Murano
By Venini
Located in Budapest, HU
Triedri Murano glass chandelier, 265 trasparent prism
A magnificent Murano glass chandelier, 265
Category
Late 20th Century European Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Mid-20th Pair Italian Triedri Glass Chandeliers, 265 trasparent Prism, Murano
By Venini
Located in Budapest, HU
Pair Triedri Murano glass chandeliers, 265 trasparent prism
A magnificent Murano glass chandelier
Category
Late 20th Century European Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Mid-20th Century Murano Glass Prism and Gold Plafonnier Chandelier
Located in Hove, GB
mounting plate with four bulb holders, supporting four tiers of around 100 handmade Murano cruciform glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Gold Plate
1960s Murano Spiral Large-Scale Chandelier
By Camer Glass
Located in Hudson, NY
1960s Italian large spiral form chandelier, probably by Camer. The Murano glass prisms fitted on a
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass Chandelier
Located in Southampton, NY
Mid-Century modern Italian glass chandelier
Two tiers of Murano glass prisms suspended from a
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Camer Waterfall Chandelier
By Camer Glass
Located in Bastrop, TX
classic spiral form, featuring quadrilobal Murano glass prisms --all in very fine condition. The
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Carmer mid-century murano Chandelier Crystal Prism /Flush Mount italian , 1960
By Camer Glass
Located in Denia, ES
Fantastic large cascading five-tier crystal prism chandelier on a heavy brass chain and canopy
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Monumental Pair of Murano Glass Leaf and Prism Chandeliers
Located in Mount Penn, PA
A monumentalchandeliers with two tiers of textured leaves and seven tiers of prisms. This
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Brass Chandelier, Hung with Drop-Shaped Prisms of Amber Glass
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Vejle Øst, DK
Brass chandelier, hung with drop-shaped prisms of amber glass. Mr. Niederau, Eupen. The 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Three-Tiered Hand Blown Triad Prism Venini Murano Glass Flushmount Chandelier
By Gianni Venini
Located in Houston, TX
Offered is a Mid-Century Modern Italian hand blown three-tiered three point prism Murano glass
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Three-Tiered Hand Blown Triad Prism Venini Murano Glass Flush-Mount Chandelier
By Gianni Venini
Located in Houston, TX
Offered is a Mid-Century Modern Italian hand blown three-tiered three point prism murano glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Camer Glass Chandelier with Clear and Amber Venini Prisms
By Venini
Located in Wien, AT
Large-scale camer glass chandelier with Venini clear and amber tinted Murano glass triedri shaped
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
20th Century Murano Glass Design Chandelier by Marcel Barbier
By Marcel Barbier, Veronese
Located in Vienna, AT
glass chandelier is holding 50 transparent and orange Venetian Murano crystal glass prisms arranged in
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Venini Curved Crystal Clear Murano Glass Chandelier, 1960s
By Venini, Paolo Venini
Located in Westmaas, NL
curved Murano Crystal clear glass prisms on a brass frame.
The curved glass prisms reflects the light
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Curved Clear Crystal Glass Venini Chandelier, Brass Frame
By Venini, Paolo Venini
Located in Westmaas, NL
crystal clear glass prisms on a brass frame.
Stunning how the clear crystal prisms reflect the light
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Lux Pair of Murano Glass Prism Sconces by Camer
By Camer Glass
Located in New York, NY
Pair of mid-century modern Murano glass prism sconces with brass fittings. Newly rewired.
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
MONUMENTAL MURANO GLASS PRISM CHANDELIER
By Venini
Located in Houston, TX
MURANO GLASS CHANDELIER WITH A RING OF GOLD GLASS PRISMS ON ABOVE WITH THE LOWER PORTION CONSISTING
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Large Murano Glass Prism Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A large ovoid shape 3 tier Venetian glass prism chandelier with a brass frame. 10 lights
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of 1970s Murano Glass Prism Flush Pendants
By Camer Glass
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful pair of 1970s Italian glass pendants or flush lights composed of chrome frames and
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Chrome
$3,600 / set
Exceptional Camer Venini Murano Glass Prism Chandelier
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional chandelier by Venini features individual hand made Murano glass triedre prism rods
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Prism and Brass Foyer Chandelier
By Murano 5
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Spectacular Murano multi-tiered glass prism chandelier. This huge light fixture is almost 5 feet
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Pair of Cascade Murano Glass Prism Sconces by Camer
Located in New York, NY
Pair of modern multi tier murano
glass prism sconces with amber
hue details and
Category
20th Century Wall Lights and Sconces
Murano Glass Prism and Sphere Chandelier Attributed to Venini
By Venini
Located in Houston, TX
Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano glass chandelier with prisms and spheres. This Venini attributed
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Pair of Murano Glass Prism Sconces SALE 25% OFF
Located in North Miami, FL
Alternate clear and smoked hanging glass prisms to form sculptural effect
Category
20th Century Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Murano Glass Waterfall Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A nice period Italian Murano glass prism cascading chandelier. Brass fixture. Rewired.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Italian 1960s Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A great two color Murano glass prism chandelier on a chrome frame. Smokey and clear glass prisms.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Venini Faceted Glass Rod Chandelier
Located in Astoria, NY
Murano glass prisms suspended from a pagoda form brass frame, by Venini.
Category
20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Venini 1960s Cylinder Crystal and White Murano Glass Round Chandelier on Nickel
By Murano 5
Located in New York, NY
textured blown Murano glass alternating with crystal clear Murano glass prism elements, hanging from nickel
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel, Metal
Murano Pagoda Style Chandelier by Venini
Located in San Francisco, CA
Clear Murano glass prisms suspended from a pagoda form brass base. Has original Murano foil label.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Venini Quatro Punta Prism Oval Chandelier with Crystal Balls
By Venini
Located in Astoria, NY
An Italian circa 1970s chandelier by Venini, with quatro punta Murano glass prisms and crystal
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Venini Murano Glass 7 Tiers Prisms Chandelier
By Venini
Located in Plainview, NY
Giacomo Cappellin). The oval shaped chandelier is made of individual Murano glass prisms creating a
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Long Green and Amber Murano Glass Spiral Chandelier, Venini Style
By Venini
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This fabulous chandelier is made with Murano glass prism rodes in green,amber and transparent color
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Venetian Snowflake Wall Sconces / Flush Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
glass prisms.Price is for each. 6 available
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Nickel
Large Mid-Century Modern Blue/Gray Murano Glass Chandelier by Mazzega, 1970s
By Angelo Vittorio Mazzega
Located in Dallas, TX
Chandelier Designed by Mazzega, Italy.
Around 110 handblown Murano glass prisms in transparent hues of
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Crystal Spiral Chandelier in the Style of Venini, Italy, 1970s
By Venini
Located in Chicago, IL
A stunning Venini style chandelier featuring over 150 hand blown Murano glass prisms hanging in a
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Massive Smokey Champagne 8 Tiered Oval Murano Chandelier
By Venini
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
A wonderful oval chandelier which is tiered down with corrgugated murano glass prisms, which are a
Category
20th Century Italian Flush Mount
Materials
Glass
Large Venini Crystal Chandelier
By Venini
Located in London, GB
A very large and impressive crystal chandelier by Venini with 576 individual Murano glass prism
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
A Pair of Venitian Snowflake Chandeliers (single avail.)
Located in New York, NY
Two great large Murano glass chandeliers .Nine light sources.Numerous 8" and 12" Murano glass
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
Vintage Murano Sommerso Italian Turquoise Sapphire Glass Faceted Prism Vase
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Wilton, CT
Vintage faceted Sommerso glass vase in beautiful turquoise color. Measure: 8 1/4" high 3" square
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Mid Century Modern Sculptural Camer Murano Glass Multi Tier Prism Chandelier
By Camer Glass
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Sculptural Camer Murano Glass Multi Tier Prism Chandelier
A magnificent Murano
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Wonderful Murano Chandelier, 107 Frosted Prism
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Refined and elegant vintage Murano chandelier made by 107 Murano crystal frosted prism in a nickel
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Vintage Italian Wrought Iron and Two Color Crystal Twelve-Light Chandelier
Located in Hudson, NY
Murano glass prisms. The prisms are wired into floral shaped that are then centered with red crystal
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Rococo Revival Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron
Murano Prism Glass Oblong Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Spectacular multi tiered fixture
all in Murano glass with prism
design, and with
Category
20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants
Camer Murano Glass Chandelier
By Camer Glass
Located in New York, NY
Camer chandelier made with clear Murano glass bar prisms hanging from a steel frame.
Category
20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Italian Chandelier with Murano Glass
Polyhedral
Prisms
Located in Astoria, NY
A large-scale, circa 1960s Italian chandelier, with Murano glass 'polyhedral' prisms suspended from
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Elegant Murano Chandelier with Aqua Glass Prisms
Located in Chicago, IL
Stunning handblown murano glass chandelier in the Venini style. Featuring subtle aqua tinted glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Monumental Italian Murano Glass Polyhedral Prism Chandelier
Located in Astoria, NY
Large sized Murano glass chandelier, made of multiple tiers of polyhedral glass prisms on a white
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Italian Crystal Prisms Murano Glass Flowers Sconces
Located in Firenze, Toscana
tole with Murano clear glass flowers. One of a kind. Re-wired and ready to hang! Free priority
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal
Mid-Century Chandelier with Murano Glass Feather Prisms
Located in Astoria, NY
prisms. Very good condition, rewired and restored with new metal work; includes original Murano glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Murano Prism Glass Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Multi tiered Murano chandelier
with stylized prism glass details,
chrome fittings
Category
20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants
1960s Transparent Prisms Murano Glass Chandelier by Venini
By Venini
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This chandelier is made up of an elegant solid glass prisms mounted on a brass base. Each murano
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Exquisite Camer Style Murano Glass Chandelier
By Camer Glass
Located in New York, NY
individually handblown Murano glass triangular (triede) crystal prisms on a brass frame; this large Mid-Century
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Regency Italian Murano Glass
Crystal Prism Lamps
Located in Peabody, MA
Pair of Murano glass lamps with crystal prism drops, and alabaster bases. Made in Italy.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Crystal, Alabaster
1920 French Aqua Blue Prisms Mirror Murano Glass Sconces
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing one light each, sitting in crystal bobeches. Gilt metal with clear Murano glass covering
Category
Vintage 1920s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal
Pair of Mid-Century Crystal Sconces in Smoked and Clear Murano Triedre Prisms
By Camer Glass
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Mid-Century crystal sconces in smoked and clear Murano triedre prisms by Camer. Two tiers
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Chrome
Venini Five-Tier Cascading Chandelier with Murano Glass Triedri Prisms
By Venini
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage chandelier, produced in Italy, circa 1960s by Venini, with surrounding Murano glass
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
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Murano Glass Prism For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal murano glass prism for your home. Frequently made of glass, murano glass and metal, every murano glass prism was constructed with great care. Find 251 options for an antique or vintage murano glass prism now, or shop our selection of 8 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer murano glass prism, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A murano glass prism is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Baroque styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made murano glass prism over the years, but those crafted by Venini, Camer Glass and Mazzega Murano are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Murano Glass Prism?
A murano glass prism can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,834, while the lowest priced sells for $850 and the highest can go for as much as $31,320.
Finding the Right Chandeliers-pendant-lights for You
Chandeliers — simple in form, inspired by candelabras and originally made of wood or iron — first made an appearance in early churches. For those wealthy enough to afford them for their homes in the medieval period, a chandelier's suspended lights likely exuded imminent danger, as lit candles served as the light source for fixtures of the era. Things have thankfully changed since then, and antique chandeliers and pendant lights are popular in many interiors today.
While gas lighting during the late 18th century represented an upgrade for chandeliers — and gas lamps would long inspire Danish architect and pioneering modernist lighting designer Poul Henningsen — it would eventually be replaced with the familiar electric lighting of today.
The key difference between a pendant light and a chandelier is that a pendant incorporates only a single bulb into its design. Don’t mistake this for simplicity, however. An Art Deco–styled homage to Sputnik from Murano glass artisans Giovanni Dalla Fina, with handcrafted decorative elements supported by a chrome frame, is just one stunning example of the elaborate engineering that can be incorporated into every component of a chandelier. (Note: there is more than one lighting fixture that shares its name with the iconic mid-century-era satellite — see Gino Sarfatti’s design too.)
Chandeliers have evolved over time, but their classic elegance has remained unchanged.
Not only will the right chandelier prove impressive in a given room, but it can also offer a certain sense of practicality. These fixtures can easily illuminate an entire space, while their elevated position prevents them from creating glare or straining one’s eyes.
Certain materials, like glass, can complement naturally lit settings without stealing the show. Brass, on the other hand, can introduce an alluring, warm glow. While LEDs have earned a bad reputation for their perceived harsh bluish lights and a loss of brightness over their life span, the right design choices can help harness their lighting potential and create the perfect mood. A careful approach to lighting can transform your room into a peaceful and cozy nook, ideal for napping, reading or working.
For midsize spaces, a wall light or sconce can pull the room together and get the lighting job done. Perforated steel rings underneath five bands of handspun aluminum support a rich diffusion of light within Alvar Aalto's Beehive pendant light, but if you’re looking to brighten a more modest room, perhaps a minimalist solution is what you’re after. The mid-century modern furniture designer Charlotte Perriand devised her CP-1 wall lamps in the 1960s, in which a repositioning of sheet-metal plates can redirect light as needed.
The versatility and variability of these lighting staples mean that, when it comes to finding something like the perfect chandelier, you’ll never be left hanging. From the natural world-inspired designs of the Art Nouveau era to the classic beauty of Paul Ferrante's fixtures, there is a style for every room.
With designs for pendant lights and chandeliers across eras, colors and materials, you’ll never run out of options to explore on 1stDibs — shop a collection today that includes antique Art Deco chandeliers, Stilnovo chandeliers, Baccarat chandeliers and more.
Questions About Murano Glass Prism
- What is Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Murano glass is colorful art glass primarily produced on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy. Artisans produce a variety of Murano glass decorative objects, including vases, lamps, candle holders, figurines, bowls and wine glasses. Shop a selection of Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- How is Murano glass marked?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024How Murano glass is marked varies. Some pieces feature a label, sticker or other mark that bears the name of the studio that produced them. Others may only have an artist's signature or be unmarked. However, Murano glass artisans rarely put the word "Murano" on their pieces, though you will often see the word on replicas. For assistance determining whether a particular piece is Murano, consult an expert appraiser or antiques dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Murano glass.
- Does Murano glass have markings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, Murano glass is typically marked. You will usually find the markings on the bases of pieces or in other inconspicuous areas. Generally, Murano glass will display a trademark and a maker's mark, indicating which shop produced it. In most cases, authentic Murano glass will not have the word "Murano" on it. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Murano glass.
- Does Murano glass break?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Murano glass can break. Generally considered very durable, Murano glass is still made of glass and it is susceptible to breaks if it’s improperly handled or dropped. Known as some of the best glass produced in the world, unfortunately it can still break. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024Murano glass comes from Murano, an island located in the Venetian Lagoon to the north of Venice, Italy. Many people mistake the name Murano for that of a brand or company, but the term actually applies to glassware produced by a variety of makers. Fratelli Toso, Umberto Bellotto, the Salviati family, Ercole Barovier, Carlo Scarpa, Paolo Venini and Alfredo Barbini are just some of the glassblowers known for producing Murano glass. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Murano glass.
- Where is Murano glass signed?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Authentic Murano glass often, but not always, includes labels with the name of the workshop, the signature of the glass master and a certificate of authenticity. To best determine if a Murano glass is authentic, look up the location of the factory found on the label. All authentic Murano glass is produced in Venice or Murano. Always purchase Murano glass from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Browse a selection of authentic Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano glass, from the Venetian island of Murano, is world-renowned for excellent craftsmanship and a wide variety of colors and decorations. The glassmakers of Murano use methods honed over centuries to create rich colors and designs by mixing different minerals during the process. Many examples contain gold and silver flecks inside the glass. You’ll find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is Murano glass made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Murano glass is made of a combination of materials. In most cases, artisans use a blend of silica, soda, lime and potassium to produce the colorful art glass. The mixture gets heated to a high temperature to melt it, so that glassblowers can form it into various shapes. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Murano glass.
- Can Murano glass be clear?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Although Murano glass is usually brightly colored, there are a few varieties of clear Murano glass. Cristallo glass, which is achieved by a process of bleaching, is a type of clear Murano glass. Shop a range of antique and vintage Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano Aventurine is glass that has been decorated with a surface effect which resembles shimmering specks found in quartz. This technique was pioneered by Murano in the 17th century. On 1stDibs, find Murano glass products from top sellers around the world.
- Why is it called Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023It is called Murano glass because of its place of origin. During the 13th century, artisans on the island of Murano in Venice, Italy, became famous for producing colorful glassware. Find a range of Murano glass from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is Murano glass valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Whether Murano glass is valuable depends on a variety of factors, including the type of piece and its condition. Artisans on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy, produce the colorful glassware through a unique process. Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century (the filigrana technique is as old as the 16th century). A certified appraiser can help you determine the value and authenticity of a particular piece. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Murano glassware.
- Is Murano glass worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Yes, many glass lovers believe that Murano glass is worth it. Murano glass is named for the Venetian island of Murano, where glassmaking has been practiced for centuries. The glass is made using a variety of artisanal processes and is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Every vintage Murano glass decorative object is unique. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and irregular shapes due to the freeform creation process. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Murano glass is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Murano glass and other art glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- Is Murano blown glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, Murano is blown glass. Artisans on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy, produce the colorful glassware through a unique process. Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century (the filigrana technique is as old as the 16th century). On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Murano glassware from some of the world’s top sellers.
- How can I identify Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. Find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021There is no real difference between Venetian glass and Murano glass. While both Venetian glass and Murano glass come from Murano Island, Venice is a more popular location than Murano, hence it is called widely as Venetian glass. You can use both search terms to find the best piece for you on 1stDibs.
- How much is Murano glass worth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021How much Murano glass is worth depends on the size as well as on other factors. New Murano glass necklaces may cost up to $35 depending on the number of beads — a vintage Murano glass necklace may garner considerably more money — whereas a vase made of Murano glass can cost a few thousand dollars. Antique Murano art glass can fetch thousands of dollars at auction depending on the brand, the history of the piece, the technique used to design the piece and more. Find a collection of antique and vintage Murano glass jewelry and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Murano glass does indeed have a pontil mark. Murano glass is individually blown in Venice, Italy, and the mark at the bottom is made by the rod used by the artisan when they shape the piece. Shop a collection of Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 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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