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Single Murano Cone Sconce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with a milky white cone shaped Murano glass shade decorated with black stripes
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Nocciola Spiral Flush Mount
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount with a hazelnut shaped Murano glass shade and multicolored spirals
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Nocciola Spiral Flush Mount
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount with a hazelnut shaped Murano glass shade and multicolored spirals
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
stunning Large Murano Sommerso Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1980s
By Vetri
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful flush mount with a heavy textured Murano glass Shade on a white lacquered metal fixture
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Post Modern Brass Incamiciato Glass Table Lamp by Studio Italia Design, 1980s
By Studio Italia Design
Located in Milan, IT
Table lamp by Studio Italia Design.
Large "incamiciato" Murano glass shade supported by a complex
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Copper
Murano Flush Mount / Sconce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount or wall light with a large frosted white Murano glass shade and amber
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Italian Spheric Murano Glass Table Lamp chrome Base by Tronconi 1970s
By Ars Murano
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
The lamp features a spherical Murano glass shade that has been handcrafted by skilled artisans in
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Frosted White Murano Flush Mount
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount with a single frosted white Murano glass shade decorated with brown
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Satin Murano Flush Mount
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount with a single frosted white Murano glass shade in satin granular
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$2,500
Murano Milky White Flush Mount
By Vistosi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount with milky white and smoky Murano glass shade / Made in Italy by
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Murano Spiral Flush Mount
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount or wall light of a frosted Murano glass shade with elegant pink and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Spiral Flush Mount
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount with a cream colored hazelnut shaped Murano glass shade decorated with
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Pair of Pink Murano Scones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian wall light with a pink round Murano glass shade on gold plated metal frame / Made
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$2,400 / set
Murano Multicolor Flush Mount
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount or wall light with a frosted Murano glass shade decorated with blue
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Milky White Murano Flush Mount / Sconce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount or wall light with a single milky white ribbed Murano glass shade
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Multicolor Flush Mount
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount or wall light with a frosted Murano glass shade decorated with blue
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Satin White Murano Flush Mount
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount with a satin Murano glass shade decorated with frosted white stripes
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Square Flush Mount / Sconce by Mazzega, 2 Available
By Mazzega
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount or wall light a square frosted Murano glass shade decorated in amber
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Murano Glass
$2,200 / item
Murano Flush Mount / Sconce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount or wall light with a single frosted white Murano glass shade enclosed
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Uplight Murano Sconce, 3 Available
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian uplight sconce with hand blown Murano glass shade resembling mother of pearl / Made
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
$1,500 / item
Aquamarine Murano Sconce by La Murrina
By La Murrina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian wall light with aguamarine Murano glass shade and multicolored murrine / Made in
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Green Murano Sconce by La Murrina
By La Murrina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian wall light with green Murano glass shade and multicolored murrine / Made in Italy
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Frosted White Murano Flush Mount / Sconce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount or wall light with a single frosted white Murano glass shade decorated
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Milky White Murano Flush Mount
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount or wall light with a milky white Murano glass shade enclosed in green
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Flush Mount / Sconce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount or wall light with a single frosted white Murano glass shade enclosed
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Pair of Italian Seguso Murano glass wall lights, 1940s, leaves
By Seguso
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
solid brass frame, large iridescent Murano glass shade with leaf-shaped inclusions of gold glitter
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Murano Blue Glass Table Lamp, 1970
Located in Roma, IT
.
Exquisite details of the Murano glass shade with iridescent colors.
Due to the workmanship of the glass
Category
Vintage 1970s Table Lamps
Materials
Art Glass
Amber Graniglia Sconce by Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian wall light with oval shaped Murano glass shade hand made with amber granular effect
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
$625 Sale Price
50% Off
Gorgeous Murano Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Mid Century, Austria, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
frame with a murano glass shade. The fixture requires three European E27 / 110 Volt Edison bulbs, up to
Category
Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Murano Flush Mount / Sconce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount or wall light with a textured frosted white Murano glass shade
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Flush Mount / Sconce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount or wall light with a single frosted white Murano glass shade enclosed
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Goto Luminoso Murano Lamp by Barovier and Toso
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1980s. Murano glass shade with iron base that keeps it upright. This one has not been rewired
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
Opalescent Murano Flush Mount, 8 Available
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount or wall light with a round Murano glass shade enclosed in opalescent
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$2,500 / item
Murano Pendant, 2 Available
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian pendant with cone shaped Murano glass shade, mounted on chrome stem / Made in Italy
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
$1,800 / item
Murano Flush Mount / Sconce by Venini
By Venini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount or wall light with a single milky white Murano glass shade with brown
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Milky White and Pink Murano Flush Mount / Sconce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount or wall light with a single milky white Murano glass shade decorated
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Spiral Milky White Murano Flush Mount
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount or wall light with a large milky white Murano glass shade in elegant
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Murano glass table lamp with travertine base attr. Vistosi, Italy around 1960
By Vistosi
Located in Renens, CH
lamp boast a beautiful emerald green Murano glass shade with 3 E14 light sources and a round travertine
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Travertine
1940
s sconces attributed to André Arbus
By André Arbus
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1940's Bronze sconces attributed to André Arbus
Murano glass shade
France
Category
Vintage 1940s Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$4,628 / set
Murano Table Lamp by VeArt - 2 Available
By VeArt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian table lamp with a milky white half-moon Murano glass shade mounted on black
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$1,800 / item
Murano Flush Mount / Sconce by Venini
By Venini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount or wall light with a single milky white Murano glass shade with brown
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Textured Flush Mount / Sconce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount or wall light with a textured frosted white Murano glass shade enclosed
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Pendant by La Murrina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian pendant with bell shaped Murano glass shade, mounted on gold hardware / Made in
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Pendant by La Murrina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian pendant with bell shaped Murano glass shade, mounted on gold hardware / Made in
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Milky White and Gray Murano Flush Mount / Sconce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount or wall light with a single milky white Murano glass shade decorated
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Flush Mount By La Murrina
By La Murrina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount with a single large clear textured Murano glass shade decorated with
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Rainbow Murano Flush Mount / Sconce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount or wall sconce with a frosted white Murano glass shade and a swirl
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Orange Venini "Hat" Style Chandelier by Toni Zuccheri
By Toni Zuccheri, Venini
Located in Stamford, CT
ball is 8" in diameter. Orange Murano glass shade is 10.5" high. Original silver metal canopy is
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
1970 Angelo Brotto Esperia Italian Space Age Design Glass 2 Table Lamps
By Esperia, Angelo Brotto
Located in Brescia, IT
Set of 2 Table Lamps
Designer Angelo Brotto
Esperia
Italy, 1970
White and Purple Murano Glass
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Milky White Murano Flush Mount / Sconce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount or wall light with a frosted textured Murano glass shade enclosed in
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Orange
white incamiciato Murano Glass Pendant Lamp attrib. to Vistosi
By Vistosi
Located in Varese, Lombardia
with a beatiful "incamiciato" Murano glass shade in orange and white color.
Pretty good condition
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Frosted White Murano Flush Mount, 2 Available
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount with a single frosted white Murano glass shade decorated with brown
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$1,200 / item
Blue Square Murano Flush Mount
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount or wall light with a single square graniglia Murano glass shade and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Flush Mount / Sconce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount or wall light with a single milky white Murano glass shade enclosed in
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Milky Murano Pendant - 3 Available
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage pendant with hand blown Murano glass shade in milky colored center gradually fading into
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$825 Sale Price / item
50% Off
Murano glass and brass sconces - a pair
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Dallas, TX
.
The Mid-Century wall lights are made of a crystal Rostrato Murano glass shade: irregular and thick
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
$2,000 / set
Murano Pendant by La Murrina
By La Murrina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian pendant with an amber Murano glass shade hand blown in granular texture, mounted on
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
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Murano Glass Shade For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic murano glass shade available at 1stDibs. Each murano glass shade for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, murano glass and metal. There are 108 variations of the antique or vintage murano glass shade you’re looking for, while we also have 3 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the murano glass shade you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A murano glass shade is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Hollywood Regency styles are sought with frequency. Stilnovo, Barovier&Toso and Murano each produced at least one beautiful murano glass shade that is worth considering.
How Much is a Murano Glass Shade?
Prices for a murano glass shade start at $350 and top out at $21,750 with the average selling for $1,900.
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Questions About Murano Glass Shade
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021Yes, you can paint a glass lamp shade. You can use glass paints or acrylic paint to give old glass fixtures an inexpensive makeover. You can also use stencils for added visual appeal. Find a variety of lamp shades on 1stDibs.
- Does Murano glass have markings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, Murano glass is typically marked. You will usually find the markings on the bases of pieces or in other inconspicuous areas. Generally, Murano glass will display a trademark and a maker's mark, indicating which shop produced it. In most cases, authentic Murano glass will not have the word "Murano" on it. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Murano glass.
- Does Murano glass break?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Murano glass can break. Generally considered very durable, Murano glass is still made of glass and it is susceptible to breaks if it’s improperly handled or dropped. Known as some of the best glass produced in the world, unfortunately it can still break. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- How is Murano glass marked?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024How Murano glass is marked varies. Some pieces feature a label, sticker or other mark that bears the name of the studio that produced them. Others may only have an artist's signature or be unmarked. However, Murano glass artisans rarely put the word "Murano" on their pieces, though you will often see the word on replicas. For assistance determining whether a particular piece is Murano, consult an expert appraiser or antiques dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Murano glass.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano glass, from the Venetian island of Murano, is world-renowned for excellent craftsmanship and a wide variety of colors and decorations. The glassmakers of Murano use methods honed over centuries to create rich colors and designs by mixing different minerals during the process. Many examples contain gold and silver flecks inside the glass. You’ll find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is Murano glass made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Murano glass is made of a combination of materials. In most cases, artisans use a blend of silica, soda, lime and potassium to produce the colorful art glass. The mixture gets heated to a high temperature to melt it, so that glassblowers can form it into various shapes. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Murano glass.
- Where is Murano glass signed?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Authentic Murano glass often, but not always, includes labels with the name of the workshop, the signature of the glass master and a certificate of authenticity. To best determine if a Murano glass is authentic, look up the location of the factory found on the label. All authentic Murano glass is produced in Venice or Murano. Always purchase Murano glass from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Browse a selection of authentic Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024Murano glass comes from Murano, an island located in the Venetian Lagoon to the north of Venice, Italy. Many people mistake the name Murano for that of a brand or company, but the term actually applies to glassware produced by a variety of makers. Fratelli Toso, Umberto Bellotto, the Salviati family, Ercole Barovier, Carlo Scarpa, Paolo Venini and Alfredo Barbini are just some of the glassblowers known for producing Murano glass. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Murano glass.
- Can Murano glass be clear?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Although Murano glass is usually brightly colored, there are a few varieties of clear Murano glass. Cristallo glass, which is achieved by a process of bleaching, is a type of clear Murano glass. Shop a range of antique and vintage Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- How can I identify Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. Find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is Murano glass valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Whether Murano glass is valuable depends on a variety of factors, including the type of piece and its condition. Artisans on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy, produce the colorful glassware through a unique process. Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century (the filigrana technique is as old as the 16th century). A certified appraiser can help you determine the value and authenticity of a particular piece. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Murano glassware.
- Is Murano glass worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Yes, many glass lovers believe that Murano glass is worth it. Murano glass is named for the Venetian island of Murano, where glassmaking has been practiced for centuries. The glass is made using a variety of artisanal processes and is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Every vintage Murano glass decorative object is unique. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and irregular shapes due to the freeform creation process. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Murano glass is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Murano glass and other art glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- Is Murano blown glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, Murano is blown glass. Artisans on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy, produce the colorful glassware through a unique process. Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century (the filigrana technique is as old as the 16th century). On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Murano glassware from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Why is it called Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023It is called Murano glass because of its place of origin. During the 13th century, artisans on the island of Murano in Venice, Italy, became famous for producing colorful glassware. Find a range of Murano glass from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano Aventurine is glass that has been decorated with a surface effect which resembles shimmering specks found in quartz. This technique was pioneered by Murano in the 17th century. On 1stDibs, find Murano glass products from top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021There is no real difference between Venetian glass and Murano glass. While both Venetian glass and Murano glass come from Murano Island, Venice is a more popular location than Murano, hence it is called widely as Venetian glass. You can use both search terms to find the best piece for you on 1stDibs.
- Is Murano glass worth anything?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024Yes, some Murano glass is worth something. Typically, antique pieces from the 16th, 17th, 18th and 19th centuries tend to be worth significantly more than 20th-century and contemporary glassware from Murano. Collectors frequently look for pieces made by particular artisans, such as Paolo Venini, Alfredo Barbini, Carlo Scarpa, Vittorio Zecchin, Lino Tagliapetra and Carlo Moretti. Others seek out pieces that display certain glassmaking techniques, such as filigrana, which gives glass a lace-like quality. The size, age, condition, type and style all contribute to the potential value of Murano pieces. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with the valuation process. Find a large collection of Murano glass on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Murano glass does indeed have a pontil mark. Murano glass is individually blown in Venice, Italy, and the mark at the bottom is made by the rod used by the artisan when they shape the piece. Shop a collection of Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023To tell if a Murano glass fruit is real, look for the signature of the artist or factory on the piece. Authentic Murano glass often, but not always, includes labels with the name of the workshop, the signature of the glass master and a certificate of authenticity. Use trusted online resources to determine if the maker's location is or was in Murano, in northeastern Italy. Seeing the word "Murano" on a glass decorative object doesn't mean that it is authentic. In fact, most genuine pieces won't show the word "Murano." Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. If you need assistance authenticating a piece, seek the help of a licensed appraiser. Shop a selection of Murano glass decorative objects on 1stDibs.
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Warm chalet style meets cool Bauhaus functionality in Pietro Cascella’s cleverly carved creation.
Why Is Italy Such a Hotbed of Cool Design?
Patrizio Chiarparini of Brooklyn’s Duplex gallery sheds light on the lasting legacy of Italy’s postwar furniture boom.