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Signed Camer Glass Midcentury Venini, Italy Monumental Waterfall Chandelier
By Camer Glass
Located in West Hartford, CT
realized by Camer's use of two different sized Murano glass prisms. The light that reflects off this work
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Venini Three-Tier Oval Chandelier with Triedri Prisms
By Venini
Located in Astoria, NY
A circa 1960s Italian chandelier by Venini, with 'triedri' Murano glass prisms, suspended from
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Venini Prism Chandelier, circa 1960
By Venini
Located in Austin, TX
A circa 1960s Italian chandelier by Venini with 'triedri' Murano glass prisms, suspended from bi
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Modern Chrome Frame Chandelier with Suspended Murano Glass Drops
Located in Astoria, NY
A highly modernistic chandelier, with Murano glass prism drops, each individually suspended from a
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

1970s Italian Sputnik Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
1970s Italian sputnik chandelier. The large chrome ball supports the Murano glass prisms that are
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Vintage Italian Paperweight in Murano glass in the style of Barbini, 70s
By Cenedese, Alfredo Barbini
Located in Roma, IT
ocean in your hand. Made in Italy between the 60s and 70s, this transparent Murano glass prism has a
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

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Murano Glass

Camer Glass Murano Italy Crystal Prism Glass Chandelier
By Camer Glass
Located in West Hartford, CT
Stunning Camer Glass prism chandelier that features individual prisms that attach to the fixture
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Camer Three-Tier Chandelier with Murano Glass Tronchi Prisms
By Camer Glass
Located in Astoria, NY
An Italian circa 1960s chandelier by Camer, featuring textured Murano glass 'tronchi' prisms, each
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Large Triedri Murano glass Chandelier - 265 multicolored prism
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
A magnificent Murano glass chandelier, 265 multicolored quadriedri on crome frame. This large Mid
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

Crystal Prism Sputnik Chandeliers, 50 Prisms, Italy, Murano
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Sputnik chandelier surrounding 50 crystal glass 'triedri' prisms radiating from a center black
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Murano glass spiral chandelier - 54 quadriedri shaded green prisms
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Fantastic Murano chandelier made by 54 Murano shaded green crystal prism (quadriedri) in a golde
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

Crystal Prism Sputnik Chandeliers, 50 Multicolored Prisms, Italiy Murano
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Sputnik chandelier surrounding 50 multicolored crystal glass 'triedri' prisms radiating from a
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Modern Quadriedri Murano glass Chandelier - 200 multicolored prism quadriedri
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
A magnificent Murano glass unique chandelier, spiral shape, very elegant, 200 multicolored
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

Crystal Prism Sputnik Chandeliers, 50 Multicolored Prisms, Italiy Murano Chand
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Sputnik chandelier surrounding 50 multicolored crystal glass 'triedri' prisms radiating from a
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Venini Glass Prism Chandelier by Camer
By Venini, Camer Glass
Located in Astoria, NY
A Camer Glass chandelier, manufactured in Italy with Murano glass triedri prisms by Venini, circa
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Murano chandelier 86 transparent and blue quadriedri prism
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Fantastic vintage Murano chandelier made by 86 Murano crystal trasparent and blue prism in a nickel
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

Murano chandelier multicolor triedri – 242 prism - Mariangela model
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Fantastic vintage Murano chandelier made by 242 Murano crystal multicolored prism (TRIEDRI) on four
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

Crystal Prism Sputnik Chandeliers - 30 crystal glass
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Sputnik chandelier surrounding 30 crystal glass 'triedri' prisms radiating from a center black
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

Amazing Quadriedri Glass Chandelier, Pink Prism, Murano
By Venini
Located in Budapest, HU
Murano chandelier made by 47 Murano pink crystal prism "quadriedri" in a nickel metal frame. The
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Late 20th Century European Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Crystal Prism Sputnik Chandeliers - 50 PINK prisms
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Sputnik chandelier surrounding 50 pink glass 'triedri' prisms radiating from a center black metal
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Crystal Prism Sputnik Chandeliers, Multicolor Glasses, Mariangela Model
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Sputnik chandelier surrounding 30 crystal multicolored glass 'triedri' prisms radiating from a
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Marvelous Murano Chandelier Triedri, 92 Prism, Multicolored Glasses
By Venini
Located in Budapest, HU
Fantastic vintage Murano chandelier made by 92 Murano crystal multicolored prism in a nickel metal
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Late 20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Modern Quadriedri glass Chandelier - 60 pink prism quadriedri
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
A magnificent Murano glass unique chandelier, spiral shape, very elegant, 60 pink quadriedri on
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Uranium Glass

Mid-Century Murano Glass Amber Triedre Prism Chandelier
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage Italian chandelier, produced circa 1970s, with suspended amber colored Murano glass
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Crystal Prism Sputnik Chandeliers, Multi-Color Glasses, Mariangela Model
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Sputnik chandelier surrounding 30 crystal multicolored glass 'triedri' prisms radiating from a
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Crystal Prism Sputnik Chandeliers, Multi-Color Glasses, Mariangela Model
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Sputnik chandelier surrounding 30 crystal multicolored glass 'triedri' prisms radiating from a
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Mid Century Lucite Prism Chandelier 6 Tier
By Lightolier, Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful cascading chandelier, mid century modern design. 6 Tier Trihedron prisms. Great waterfall
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Lucite

Murano Chandelier Triedri, 92 Prism, Multicolored Glasses
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Fantastic vintage Murano chandelier made by 92 Murano blue and pink crystal prism in a nickel metal
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Modern Multitier Crystal Prism Murano Glass Chandelier, 1970
Located in Rome, IT
glass + 40 cm chain = total height 85 cm. Diameter: (45 cm).
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Triedri Murano Glass Chandelier, 265 Pink Prism
By Venini
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
A magnificent Murano glass chandelier, 265 pink triedri on chrome frame. This large midcentury
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Venini Diamond Form Chandelier with Murano Glass Triedri Prisms
By Venini
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage 1960s Italian chandelier by Venini, with Murano glass triedri prisms, suspended in a
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Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Venini Modern Chandelier with Murano Glass Quatro Punta Prisms
By Venini
Located in Astoria, NY
A modern style Italian chandelier by Venini, produced circa 1970s, with Murano glass quatro punta
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Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Pendant with Textured Glass Rectangular Tronchi Hanging Prisms
By Andromeda Murano
Located in New York, NY
A Mid-Century modernist pendant with textured glass rectangular tronchi hanging prisms. A nickel
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Nickel

Amazing Trio of Quadriedri Glass Chandeliers, Pink Prism, Murano
By Venini
Located in Budapest, HU
Trio Murano chandelier made by 47 Murano pink crystal prism "quadriedri" in a nickel metal frame
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Late 20th Century European Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Amazing Trio of Quadriedri Glass Chandeliers, Pink Prism, Murano
By Venini
Located in Budapest, HU
Trio Murano chandelier made by 47 Murano pink crystal prism "quadriedri" in a nickel metal frame
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Late 20th Century European Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Crystal Prism Sputnik Chandeliers
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Sputnik chandelier surrounding 30 crystal glass 'triedri' prisms radiating from a centre black
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Murano Chandeliers 86 Crystal Pink Prism, Murano
Located in Budapest, HU
Murano chandelier made by 86 Murano crystal pink prism in a nickel metal frame.The shape of this
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Late 20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Murano Glass Spiral Chandelier, 54 Quadriedri Pink Prisms
By Venini
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Fantastic Murano chandelier made by 54 Murano pink crystal prism (quadriedri) in a chrome metal
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Murano Glass Spiral Chandelier, 54 Quadriedri Pink Prisms
By Venini
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Fantastic Murano chandelier made by 54 Murano pink crystal prism (quadriedri) in a chrome metal
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Murano Glass Spiral Chandelier, 54 Quadriedri Pink Prisms
By Venini
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Fantastic Murano chandelier made by 54 Murano pink crystal prism (quadriedri) in a chrome metal
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Murano Glass Spiral Chandelier, 54 Quadriedri Smoked Prisms
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Fantastic Murano chandelier made by 54 Murano smoked crystal prism (quadriedri) in a chrome metal
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Murano Glass Spiral Chandelier, 54 Quadriedri Smoked Prisms
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Fantastic Murano chandelier made by 54 Murano smoked crystal prism (quadriedri) in a chrome metal
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

French Aqua Blue Crystal Prisms Murano Glass Chandelier, circa 1920
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing six lights sitting in crystal bobeches. Murano glass centre. Rewired and ready to hang
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Vintage 1920s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal

Italian Chandelier Multicolored Prism, Murano
By Venini
Located in Budapest, HU
Amazing Murano glass chandelier, 265 multicolored Quadriedri on crome frame. This large midcentury
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Late 20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Large Triedri Murano Glass Chandelier, 265 Pink Prism
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
A magnificent Murano glass chandelier, 265 pink triedri on crome frame. This large Mid-Century
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1990s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Large Triedri Murano Glass Chandelier, 265 Multicolored Prism
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
A magnificent Murano glass chandelier, 265 multicolored quadriedri on crome frame. This large
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Large Triedri Murano Glass Chandelier-265 Transparent Prism
By Venini
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
A magnificent Murano glass chandelier, 265 triedri on crome frame. This large Mid-Century Italian
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Large Triedri Murano Glass Chandelier-265 Transparent Prism
By Venini
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
A magnificent Murano glass chandelier, 265 triedri on crome frame. This large midcentury Italian
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Large Triedri Murano Glass Chandelier, 265 Trasparent Prism
By Venini
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
A magnificent Murano glass chandelier, 265 triedri on crome frame. This large midcentury Italian
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Blown Glass

Italian Murano Spiral Crystal Glass Prism Chandelier by Venini
Located in North Miami, FL
The play of tiers with this Italian Murano crystal prisms play fantastically with light. The glass
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Venini Italian Murano Glass Triangular Prism Chandelier Mid Century
By Venini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage, Italian round chandelier with clear Murano glass by Venini. This beautiful round
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Stainless Steel

Huge Round Venini Murano Triedi Glass Prism Chandelier
By Venini
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Huge round drum shaped Venini triedi crystal prism chandelier. Multiple layer prisms creating an
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Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Modern Quadriedri Murano Glass Chandelier, 163 Pink Prism Quadriedri
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Elegant Italian ceiling light made from 84 beautiful Murano multicolored glasses "poliedri
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

FINAL DEPOSIT - Murano Chandeliers 320 Crystal Pink Prism, Murano
By Venini
Located in Budapest, HU
Large chandelier made by Murano crystal pink prism in a nickel metal frame. The shape of this
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Late 20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Modern Quadriedri Murano Glass Chandelier, 200 Multicolored Prism Quadriedri
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
A magnificent Murano glass unique chandelier, spiral shape, very elegant, 200 multicolored
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Murano Chandelier 86 Amberquadriedri Prism
By Venini
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Fantastic vintage Murano chandelier made by 86 Murano crystal amber prism in a nickel metal frame
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Modern Quadriedri Murano Glass Chandelier, 114 Trasparent Prism Quadriedri
By Venini
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
A magnificent Murano glass unique chandelier, spiral shape, very elegant, 114 quadriedri on gold
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

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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
  • 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, 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Murano glass is highly-coveted due to the glassblowing processes used to create each piece. Murano glass is known for its vivid color, handcrafted in Murano and Venice and a favorite among collectors and home interior decor enthusiasts. Browse a wide array of Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if a bird sculpture is made of Murano glass, professionals recommend having an antiques dealer or Murano glass expert examine it. Otherwise, look for the signature of the artist or factory on the piece. Authentic Murano glass will often, but not always, include 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. Find a collection of Murano glass decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify genuine Murano glass, first check for the certificate of authenticity. Sometimes, but not always, there will be a label with the workshop and the signature of the maker on the piece. Shop a collection of authentic Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if a glass rooster is Murano, you can look for markings and other details to try and determine the maker, but the best way to determine authenticity is to enlist the help of an antiques dealer or Murano glass expert. Otherwise, look for the signature of the artist or factory on the piece. Authentic Murano glass will often, but not always, include 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. Shop a collection of Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.