Murano Glass Shade
to
89
938
423
1,126
236
37
838
95
62
20
4
4
1
1
2
1
1,123
273
9
627
366
1
1
13
24
113
239
229
64
23
1,339
1,018
887
513
335
1,345
1,200
85
20
19
1,396
1,185
1,293
151
37
31
30
29
Sort By
Murano Mosaic Glass Globe Shade
By Ercole Barovier
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful mosaic glass globe, Vintage Murano art glass shade, no hardware.
Unsigned, possibly
Category
Antique Early 1900s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
20th Century Murano Lamp with Parchment Shade
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
20th Century Italian Murano lamp with custom parchment shade. The lamp is a rich shade of teal blue
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass, Parchment Paper
$950 Sale Price
40% Off
Midcentury table/floor lamp by Carlo Nason, 1960s Italy
Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District
Venetian craftsmanship with contemporary forms. This lamp features a handblown Murano glass shade, often
Category
Vintage 1960s Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
White Glass Table Lamp with a Pliche Fabric Shade, 70s
By Murano 5
Located in Oirlo, LI
White Glass Table Lamp With a Pliche Fabric Shade, 70s
Additional information:
Dimensions: 35 W x
Category
20th Century German Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$397 Sale Price
29% Off
Ovale Carlo Moretti Mouth Blown Murano Glass Table Lamp Shade, Shade Only
By Carlo Moretti
Located in IT
Ovale Carlo Moretti glass shade.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Beautiful Quadriedri Murano glass Chandeliers - 114 shaded amber prism
Located in Budapest, HU
Modern Quadriedri Murano glass Chandeliers - 114 shaded amber prism quadriedri
Magnificent Murano
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
$12,028 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Beautiful Quadriedri Murano glass Chandelier - 114 shaded amber prism
Located in Budapest, HU
Modern Quadriedri Murano glass Chandelier - 114 shaded amber prism quadriedri
A magnificent Murano
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
$6,023 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Mid-century modern mini murano glass pendant light by Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Palermo, PA
, featuring a glass shade that softly transitions from clear to white to caramel brown. The shade has a
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Millefiori Murano Glass Lamp with Custom Silk Shade
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare millefiori Murano glass lamp with custom silk shade, made in Italy in the 1950s.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Silk, Art Glass
Justfurnituress Art Deco Brass
Murano Glass Table Lamp, Striped Shade
Located in Guazzora, IT
, Murano Glass, Fabric Shade
Style: Contemporary / Art Deco Revival / Italian Luxury Design
Origin: Italy
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Murano glass table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Murano glass table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1950s
Brass polished and stove enameled
The
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Heavy Gilt Murano Glass Stem Lamp with Custom Silk Shade
By Barovier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heavy gilt Murano glass stem lamp with custom silk shade in the style of Barovier. Giltwood base
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Wood
Heavy Gilt Murano Glass Stem Lamp with Custom Silk Shade
By Barovier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heavy Gilt Murano glass stem lamp with custom silk shade in the style of Barovier. Gilt wood base
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Wood
Heavy Gilt Murano Glass Stem Lamp with Custom Silk Shade
By Barovier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heavy gilt Murano glass stem lamp with custom silk shade in the style of Barovier. Giltwood base
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Wood
Heavy Gilt Murano Glass Stem Lamp with Custom Silk Shade
By Barovier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heavy gilt Murano glass stem lamp with custom silk shade in the style of Barovier. giltwood base
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Wood
Heavy Gilt Murano Glass Stem Lamp with Custom Silk Shade
By Barovier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heavy Gilt Murano Glass Stem Lamp with Custom Silk Shade in the style of Barovier. Gilt wood base
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Wood
Mid-Century Murano / Venetian Fasce Ritorte Glass Hurricane Lamp Shade
By Fulvio Bianconi, Venini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine Italian art glass hurricane shade for a candlestick.
With 'fasce ritorte' twisted
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Table lamp by Roberto Pamio
Renato Toso for Leucos, Italy 1960s
By Leucos, Roberto Pamio
Renato Toso
Located in Hellouw, NL
contemporary lighting design.
Design
The lamp features a bold, tiered Murano glass shade with alternating soft
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
A Mid-Century Murano Glass Spiral Shade Pendant Light
Located in London, GB
Italy, circa 1950
A mid twentieth century Murano glass pendant light of conical form, with
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Murano Glass Table Lamp with Grey Velvet Shade, Italy, 1950
Located in Madrid, ES
Table lamp composed of a foot made of a chromed steel structure with handmade white Murano glass
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Mazzega Table Lamp In Nickel-Plated Metal And Murano Glass (Without Lampshade)
By Mazzega
Located in Prato, Tuscany
center of the stem are fixed two sheets of Murano glass with shaded colors, an innovative and harmonious
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Efra Carlo Moretti Clear Murano Glass Table Lamp, Lamp Shade Only
By Paolo Martinuzzi, Carlo Moretti
Located in IT
Lamp shade only for clear mouth blown Murano glass table lamp. Anthracite painted iron and natural
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass, Glass
Midcentury Murano Pendant Light, Glass Shade in Various Colors
Located in Verviers, BE
example of midcentury home lighting.
Size glass shade: Height 7.87-inch, diameter 13.38-inch
In
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Opaline Glass, Wood
Midcentury Murano Pendant Light, Glass Shade in Various Colours Ceramic Mount
Located in Verviers, BE
Midcentury Murano pendant light, glass shade in various colours
Hanging pendant light from the
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Barovier&Toso Murano glass chandelier in Gold, Black Shade
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Venice, IT
mouth blown and handcrafted by master artisans in Murano, custodians of an age-old tradition passed down
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Gold Plate
Exceptional Pair of Pink Murano Glass Pendant Lights Venini Style, 1960
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Rijssen, NL
statement pieces. Heavy quality thick Murano crystal glass shade made out of overlay glasses of clear, light
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Pink and Black Murano Glass and Lucite Table Lamp with Pink Shade
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Amazing Pink and Black Murano Glass Table Lamp with Lucite parts. Art Deco/Modern styling and super
Category
Early 2000s Italian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass, Lucite
Vintage Venini Murano Toni Zuccheri Italian Blown Glass Shade Pendant
By Venini
Located in Toledo, OH
Vintage Venini Murano hand blown art glass single socket pendant attributed to Toni Zuccheri. Circa
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
$2,400 Sale Price
25% Off
Midcentury Murano Glass Table Lamp Gold-Orange Colored Hand Patinated Shade
Located in Salzburg, AT
Italian Murano glass table lamp from the 1970s
Gold and orange glass - beige colored lamp shade
The
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Foil
$1,704 Sale Price
55% Off
Vintage Murano Glass Table Lamp – Zig Zag Metal
Textured Silk Shade, Italy 80s
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Vintage Murano Glass Table Lamp – Zig Zag Metal
Textured Silk Shade, Italy 80s
This vintage
Category
20th Century Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Exceptional Pair of Pink Murano Glass Pendant Lights Venini Style, 1960
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Rijssen, NL
statement pieces. Heavy quality thick Murano crystal glass shade made out of overlay glasses of clear, light
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Murano Glass Table Lamp with Glass Base and Shade Attributed to Tagliapietra
By Effetre International Company, Lino Tagliapietra
Located in New York, NY
Stunning modernist Murano table lamp with glass base and shade, attributed to Lino Tagliapietra for
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Art Glass
Pair of Vintage Murano Table Lamps Flower Shade, Swirl Glass
Brass, Italy 70s
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Pair of Vintage Murano Table Lamps Flower Shade, Swirl Glass & Brass, Italy 70s
This pair of
Category
20th Century Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Single Vintage Italian Abisinthe Green Murano Glass Lamp w/ Silk Shade by Seguso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pongee Shade by Seguso
Hand Blown Murano Glass with Brass Plated Rectangular Base Includes New Vanilla
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Carlo Nason Three Shade Large Opal Glass Flush Mount Lamp, Italy, 1960
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in Vienna, AT
shades of handblown Murano glass with a single bulb per each shade (Edison e26/27 and e14 with 60W). It
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Wonderful Murano Art Glass Bronze Candle Hurricane Shade Lorin Marsh
By Lorin Marsh
Located in Roslyn, NY
Wonderful oversized hurricane with hand blown urn-shaped glass shade with a red swirl motif resting
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Mid-century Chrome
Murano Art Glass Space-age Wall Sconce by A.V. Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-century era chrome space-age wall sconce featuring an Italian Murano art glass shade by A.V
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$958 Sale Price
35% Off
Large Ceiling Lamp by Toni Zuccheri for VeArt in Green Shaded Murano Glass
By Toni Zuccheri
Located in Milano, Lombardia
made from blown Murano glass and it goes from clear to dark green, chrome metal frame.
Category
Vintage 1970s Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Modern Quadriedri Murano Glass Chandelier, 114 Shaded Amber Prism Quadriedri
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
A magnificent Murano glass unique chandelier, spiral shape, very elegant, 114 quadriedri on gold
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Modern Quadriedri Murano Glass Chandelier, 114 Shaded Pink Prism Quadriedri
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
A magnificent Murano glass unique chandelier, spiral shape, very elegant, 114 quadriedri on Gold
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Italian Murano Lamp
By Mazzega
Located in North Miami, FL
.
The glass murano shade and floral decoration give the lamp a warm classic look which is highlighted by
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
$3,975
Yellow and White Marbled Murano Art Glass Table Lamp with Shade
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Art glass Murano style lamp with stacked yellow and white art glass balls. The glass balls on the
Category
20th Century North American Victorian Table Lamps
Materials
Art Glass
Murano Glass Chandelier shaded as a flower designed by Carlo Nason, Italy 1970s
By AVMazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Beograd, RS
dark amber and clear Murano glass petals of Murano glass. This famous model made by the renowned
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Carlo Nason for Mazzega, Mod White Murano Glass
Chrome Mushroom Lamp
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
with a 12-inch diameter. The rich white Murano Glass mushroom-shaped shade, measuring 12 inches in
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
$1,960 Sale Price
20% Off
Gorgeous vintage chandelier - 107 quadriedri amber shade - GOLD METAL FRAME
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
frame. The glasses: quadriedri transparent shaded amber
Period: late XX century
Dimensions: 45,25
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
1970s Italian Murano Glass
Chrome Floor Lamp Carlo Nason for Stilux Attributed
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega, Stilux
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
light bulbs and a spheroidal Murano glass lamp shade. The shade or "orb", clearly hand made, is
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Steel, Chrome
20th Century Floor Lamp With Hand Blown Venetian Glass Shade, Murano Italy
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
located on the island of Murano in Venice, Italy. The beautiful opalescent glass lamp shade is supported
Category
20th Century Italian Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
1960s Murano Filigrana glass shade with brass base Italian design table lamp
By Venini
Located in London, GB
An Italian design table light, brass metal base, Venini blown glass shade. 1960's.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Spectacular Kosta Boda Glass Disc, Linen Shade Table Lamp, 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund, Kosta Boda, Vicke Lindstrand, Mazzega
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare tall Swedish midcentury modern art glass table lamp manufactured by Kosta Boda in the 1960s
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Metal Floor Lamp with Murano Glass Frosted Shade by Relco Milano, Italy, 1980s
By Relco Milano
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Italian Murano frosted glass and bronze finish metal floor lamp produced by Relco Milano, 1980s
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Xxl Table Light with White Murano Bubble Glass Shade from Cosack, 1970s
By Cosack Leuchten, Gebrüder Cosack
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
round glass shade and chromed base was made by German premium light producer Cosack in the 1970s.
The
Category
Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Large Murano Purple Seguso Venetian Glass Table Lamp with Silk Shade, Italy 1950
By Seguso Vetri d
Arte
Located in Den Haag, NL
Murano Purple/pink Venetian glass table lamp with Silk Shade, Italy 1950s.
With a part of the
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Silk, Glass
Murano Glass Pendant Light
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian Murano glass pendant light. The round shade creates a warm and cozy light with a distinct
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Exceptional Set of 3 Murano Glass Pendant Lights Venini Style, 1960s
By Vintage Murano Gallery, Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Rijssen, NL
, circa 1960. Real statement pieces. High-end thick Murano crystal glass shade made out of overlay glasses
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Murano Glass “Imperium” Sconces
Located in Austin, TX
glass shade mounted on a solid polished brass structure adorned with a “pulegoso”glass sphere. They have
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
$5,600 / set
Pair of Murano Glass Lamps
By Gino Cenedese
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Pair of Murano glass Lamps
Italy
No shade included
Dimensions given without shade.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Purple Murano bowl - decorative glass
Located in Milano, IT
decorative bowl / valet tray in Murano Glass, in a wonderful shade of violet/purple which was obtained by
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
$332 Sale Price
12% Off
- 1
- ...
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Murano Glass Shade", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.
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.
Finding the Right Lighting for You
The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.
Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.
Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat.
Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.
As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.
There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation.
With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.
The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
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.
- 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.
- 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.
Read More
This 1950s Paavo Tynell Chandelier Got a Glow-Up
Commissioned for the lakeside villa of a Finnish industrialist, it illuminated visits with dignitaries.
These Designer Light Fixtures Are Total Scene Stealers
Across New York, there’s no shortage of statement lighting on view.
My Father Was Obsessed with This French Art Deco Tiger Lamp
The 1920s design is a thrilling combination of saturated colors, ancient motifs and modern aesthetics.
Hans Bergström’s Monumental Chandeliers Are Made for Grand Spaces
Designed by a giant of Swedish lighting, the large-scale fixtures bring major drama.
This Paavo Tynell Chandelier Is a Radiant Bouquet
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Ettore Sottsass Captures a Shooting Star in This Rare 1970s Floor Lamp
Before founding the Memphis Group, Sottsass bent the rules of lighting design with the wonderfully wavy Cometa.
You Don’t Need a Fictional Fairy to Get This Real Pinocchio Lamp
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.