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Pair of Unique Murano Oval Shade Pendant Lights
Located in Westport, CT
a lovely chain and canopy
Origin: Murano, Italy
Period: 1950-1980
Dimensions of glass: width 16 in
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
$8,950 / set
Gorgeous Murano Vintage Chandelier, 107 Quadriedri Amethyst Shade
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
frame. The glasses: quadriedri amethyst shade
Period: late XX century
Dimensions: 45,25 inches height
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
Italian Floor Lamp with Domed Textured Glass Shade, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
refined material palette. The lamp features a domed shade in thick, textured Murano-style glass with a
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Murano Glass Lamps
By Cenedese
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Pair of Murano glass lamps
Dimensions given without shade
No shade provided.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
White Murano Glass Pendant Chandelier
By Seguso
Located in Dallas, TX
Mid-Century Modern bell shade pendant chandelier by Seguso Italy 1960s.
The Murano ceiling light is
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Murano Glass Pink “Imperium” Sconces
Located in Austin, TX
feature a conic Murano glass pink shade mounted on a solid polished brass structure. The sconces are
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
$5,600 / set
Pair of Murano Glass Lamps
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Murano glass lamps.
Dimensions given without shade
No shade included
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$2,491 / set
Murano glass pendant light 1970s
Located in Palermo, PA
Hand blown white and clear Vetri Murano glass pendant light. The shade can be fitted with a longer
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Laurel Mid-Century Modern Murano Mushroom One Piece Lamp
Shade
By Laurel
Located in Port Jervis, NY
shade with a separate switch for either. Frosted glass emits a warm pleasant glow when lit. Tall and
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Art Glass, Milk Glass
Nickel Pendant Fixture with Patterned Glass Shade
Located in New York, NY
Nickel pendant fixture with white and clear patterned Murano glass bell form shade.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
Pair of Murano Glass Table Lamps
By Gino Cenedese
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Murano glass table lamps.
No shade provided
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
$2,966 / set
1980
s Murano glass table lamp
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Nice pair of cubes Murano glass lamps
Dimensions given without shade
Shade not included
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Murano Pendant Light, with Opaline Shade and Wooden Details
Located in Verviers, BE
Hanging pendant light from the late 1960s on an adjustable cable, designed in the Murano style with
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Opaline Glass
$406 Sale Price
30% Off
Vintage murano glass wall sconces, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage italian wall lights consisting of a murano glass frosted shade on a chromed metal plate
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of red Murano Glass lamps
By Veronese
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Nice pair of red Murano glass lamp
Dimensions given without shade
No shade provided.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Italian Mid-Century Floor Lamp "Zinia" by Toni Zuccheri for VeArt, 1970s
By Toni Zuccheri
Located in Salzburg, AT
with an artfully designed mouth-blown Murano glass shade and a puristic, newly nickel-plated base. The
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Murano Pink Cased Light Shade with Controlled Bubbles attributed Barovier
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This fabulous large, handblown Murano pink cased light shade with controlled bubbles and undulating
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass
Fabulous Large Modern Lorin Marsh Red Blown Glass Hurricane Shade Bamboo Base
By Lorin Marsh
Located in Roslyn, NY
A fabulous modern Italian Murano Hurricane hand blown urn-shaped glass shade with a red swirl motif
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Large Kalmar Table Lamp
Frankenberg
, Illuminated Glass Stand Beige Shade, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
illuminate the lamp shade and one of them is inside of the glass stand. The lower and upper bulbs can be
Category
Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of lamps with Murano glass butterflies
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Pair of rare " butterflies" Murano glass lamps
Dimensions given without shade
No shade included
Category
1990s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Very Chic Pair of Murano Glass Lamps
By Cenedese
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Pair of Murano glass lamps
Dimensions given without shade
No shade provided.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Murano Chandelier Ice Glass and Nickel, 1970
By AVMazzega
Located in Antwerp, BE
A vintage Italian chandelier composed of 34 frosted Murano glass parts, Italy.
Form shader
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Iron
Murano glass table lamp, Seguso Barovier style - crinolina
By Seguso, Ferro Toso Barovier, Venini, Barovier
Located in Lugo, IT
Murano glass table lamp with fabric shade.
Shade not perfect.
Good condition.
Thank you.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Fabric, Murano Glass
Modern Square Murano Wave Glass Pendant Light
Located in New York, NY
This Modern style pendant light is made of a square clear Murano style wave glass shade paired with
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Murano Yellow Clear Glass Pendant Lights, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Rijssen, NL
, manufactured, circa 1960. Real statement pieces.
High-end thick Murano crystal glass shade made out of overlay
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$1,361 / item
Fabulous Large Modern Lorin Marsh Red Blown Glass Hurricane Shade Nickel Base
By Lorin Marsh
Located in Roslyn, NY
A fabulous modern Italian Murano hurricane hand blown urn-shaped glass shade with a red swirl motif
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Nickel
Wonderful Large Modern Lorin Marsh Hand Blown Glass Hurricane Shade Brass Base
By Lorin Marsh
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful large Mid-Century Modern Lorin Marsh hand blown art glass Murano orange swirl hurricane
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Murano Glass Table Lamp, 1970s
Located in Munich, DE
Beautiful Murano Glass Table Lamp with half-shade. Bring some of Italy’s wonderful culture into
Category
Vintage 1970s Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Leucos Murano Glass Table Lamp, Italy, 1970s
By Leucos
Located in Naples, IT
Blown Murano glass table lamp, colour white shaded transparent, Production Leucos Italia 1970s.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass Table Lamps Brilliant Leuchten, 1970s
By Brilliant Leuchten AG
Located in Den Haag, NL
Two Very nice Murano Glass table lamps. Light Orange shade on a off White base.
The lamps are in
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Floor Lamp with Vintage Encased Glass Shade with Red Geometrical Motifs, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy.
This beautiful floor lamp features a 50s encased glass shade with red geometrical
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Fabulous Large Modern Lorin Marsh Green Blown Glass Hurricane Shade Nickel Base
By Lorin Marsh
Located in Roslyn, NY
A fabulous modern Italian Murano hurricane with hand blown urn-shaped glass shades having a green
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Trio Shade Flush Mount
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian midcentury flush mount with 3 smoky Murano glass shades mounted on solid brass frame in
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
$3,300
Mid-Century Modern Murano Ribbed Pendant Swag Shade Green to Blue
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous colors dark emerald green to a bluish green. Ribbed glass body with lots of chain to be
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Beautiful Art Deco Wall Lights Made of Brass with Opal Glass Shade
Located in Antwerp, BE
high quality brass and have an opal glass shade that spreads a warm and soft light. The elegant design
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Murano glass sconces by Archimède Séguso
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Rare pair of Murano glass sconces
Shade with golden acid Murano glass
Polished brass fixture
Great
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Custom Made Murano Glass Chandelier with 12-Light
Located in Dallas, TX
Amazing custom made Murano glass chandelier in a shade of pale green. Fabulous for modern decor and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Murano Glass Lamps by Juanluca Fontana
By Juanluca Fontana
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Pair of Murano glass lamps.
Dimensions given without shade
No shade included
Category
2010s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Angelo Shade Flush Mount
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian midcentury asymmetrical flush mount with 6 matte white Murano glass shades mounted on solid
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
$6,900
Contemporary Pale Pink Murano Glass and Brass
Jewel
Mirror
Located in London, GB
Stunning contemporary Italian rectangular mirror surrounded with 34 faceted Murano glass 'jewels
Category
2010s Italian Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Large Italian Glass, Silvered Plastic and Fiberglass Shade 1970s Table Lamp
By Carlo Nason, AVMazzega
Located in Varese, Lombardia
glass base with an optical set of chrome plated plastic spheres and with a fiberglass shade. Its
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome, Metal, Aluminum
Pair of Murano Glass Lamps by Gianluca Fontana
By Gianluca Fontana
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Awesome "eye" lamps with Murano glass.
No shade provided.
Dimensions given without shade.
Category
2010s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$2,254 / set
Cascade Fixture with Six Yellow Murano Glass Globes, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Rijssen, NL
see often. With new custom made solid brass ceiling cup.
High-end thick Murano crystal glass shade
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel
Trio Shade Flush Mount
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian midcentury flush mount with 3 glossy white Murano glass shades mounted on solid brass frame
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
$3,300
Carlo Nason Milk Glass Pendant for Mazzega Venice, 1970
s
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in London, GB
Opaline Murano triple shade glass pendant lamp. Three cone shape hand blown glass shades descend
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Minimalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
1 of 2 Vintage Murano Glass Table Lamps, Italy, 1980s
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
1 of 2 Vintage Murano Glass Table Lamps – Colorful Glass Shade and black Metal Base – Memphis Style
Category
20th Century Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass and Carrara Marble White Floor Lamp, 1970
Located in Roma, Lazio
is made up of a series of overlapping pieces. Starting from the bottom, a shaded white Murano glass
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Carrara Marble, Brass
Cascade Fixture with Eight Murano Glass Globes, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Rijssen, NL
made solid brass ceiling cup.
High-end thick Murano crystal glass shade made out of overlay glasses in
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel, Chrome
Contemporary Brass Murano Glass Atomo Ball Floor Lamp, Italy
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Brass floor lamp with color atomo ball Murano glass, large full brass shade, nice wood detail on
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Murano Glass Lamps Designed by Juanluca Fontana
By Juanluca Fontana
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Pair of Murano glass lamps
Dimensions given without shade
No shade provided.
Category
2010s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
1950 Gino Sarfatti Arteluce Murano Glass Brass Wall Lamp
By Gino Sarfatti, Seguso
Located in Brescia, IT
Gino Sarfatti for Seguso
Italy, 1950
"Bullicante" Murano Glass Sphere Shade
Polish brass frame
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Vintage Italian Murano Glass Table Lamp with Brass Accent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Murano Glass, Wood, Brass, New Linen Shade
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Italian Murano Glass Dome Table Lamp, 1970s
Located in Chicago, IL
A 1970s Italian table lamp in Murano glass, the dome shade hand-blown in opaque white with delicate
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Large Italian wall lamp in Murano glass from the 1930s
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Italian wall lamp from the 1930s. Solid brass frame with patina finish and large shade in Murano
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
French Art Nouveau and Art Deco Green Glass Shade and Straws Fringe Chandelier
Located in Coimbra, PT
glass shade and green glass straws
Measures:
Diameter 20 inches / 50 cm
Height 36 inches / 90 cm
Weight
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass, Bronze
Pale Pink Murano Glass Table Lamp, circa 1950, Italy.
By Venini
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-century modern table lamp, circa 1950, Italy.
Nice pale pink Murano glass.
New white fabric
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Fabric, Murano Glass
Pair of Murano Glass Lamps in the Style of Seguso
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Pair of lamps with Murano glass and brass.
No shade provided.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Table Lamps
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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022All Murano glass pieces are either hand-blown or mouth-blown in Murano, Italy. This will cause small imperfections like air bubbles or a Pontil mark. In addition, the glass master will leave his signature on the piece indicating its authenticity. It’s important to purchase from a vetted seller or vendor to ensure authenticity. Shop authentic Murano glass pieces from 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Murano glass does indeed have a pontil mark. Murano glass is individually blown in Venice, Italy, and the mark at the bottom is made by the rod used by the artisan when they shape the piece. Shop a collection of Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell if Murano glass is vintage, it's usually necessary to conduct some online research using trusted sources. Start by looking for a maker's mark and then cross-referencing it with images published online to determine who made your piece. By learning more about the manufacturer and what they produced over the years by reading histories and exploring product catalogues, you can estimate the rough age of your piece. For Murano glass to be considered vintage, it must be between 20 and 99 years old. Older pieces are classified as antique. If you need assistance with dating your glassware, seek the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a range of Murano glass on 1stDibs.
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Patrizio Chiarparini of Brooklyn’s Duplex gallery sheds light on the lasting legacy of Italy’s postwar furniture boom.