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Mid Century Murano Glass Amphora Vase Scavo Decor by La Murrina, Signed, 1960s
By La Murrina
Located in Valencia, VC
La Murrina Murano Glass Amphora Vase with Scavo Decoration – Signed This Murano glass vase by La
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Cenedese Italian Murano Bowl, Signed
By Canedese
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Cenedese Italian Murano Bowl, signed. This excellent example is free of damage, clean and
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Murano Glass

Vintage Pair of Murano Glass Sconces Signed by VeArt, Italy, 1970s
By VeArt, Giuseppe Righetto
Located in Catania, CT
Great vintage condition with trace of age and use. Brass in patina and murano glasses with no chips
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Venini Murano Signed Teal Green Blue Italian Art Glass Teardrop Ring Dishes
By Paolo Venini, Venini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage set of 3 Murano hand blown teal green or blue Italian art glass small bowls or
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-P...

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Glass

Seguso Murano Glass Sculpture
By Seguso Vetri d Arte
Located in New York, NY
Murano glass abstract sculpture, signed Seguso.
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Cenedese Signed Large Purple Spiral Clear Murano Glass Fruit Bowl, circa 1980s
By Cenedese, Antonio da Ros
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Signed Cenedese rare & large art glass bowl attributed to Professor Antonio Da Ros, made circa
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Barovier Toso Murano Labels and Signed Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Flower Vase
By Barovier&Toso, Ercole Barovier
Located in Kissimmee, FL
art glass flower vase. The piece is documented to the Barovier e Toso company. It is signed underneath
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Venini Regina Taupe Grey Murano Glass Vase with Applied Metal Foil, Signed 2010
By Venini, Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Venezia, IT
expressions of contemporary Murano glass artistry. The silhouette is both essential and sculptural: a gently
Category

Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Seguso Cartier Signed Murano Clear Ribbed Surface Italian Art Glass Shell Bowl
By Archimede Seguso, Cartier, Seguso Vetri d Arte
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown crystal clear Italian art glass ribbed decorative seashell
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Crystal

VENINI vase Veronese Taupe Grey Murano Glass Limited Edition 105/199 Signed 2000
By Vittorio Zecchin, Venini
Located in Venezia, IT
Murano glass design—originally inspired by the vase depicted in Paolo Veronese’s 1580 painting The
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Signed Cenedese a Scavo Red, Yellow Black Italian Murano Glass Vase 1989
By Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Stunning Italian signed Cenedese Murano art glass vase or vessel with a wonderful modernist form
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Alessandro Mendini Murano glass bowl/centerpiece for Venini . Signed
By Venini, Alessandro Mendini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
.signed Venini 94.
Category

1990s Italian Post-Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Glass

Tommaso Barbi Signed Large "Sun" Murano Glass and Brass Table Lamp, Italy 1960s
By Tommaso Barbi
Located in Roma, IT
Spectacular "Sun" Mid-Century large table lamp in Murano mouth-blown orange and yellow glass with
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

VENINI vase Veronese Taupe Grey Murano Glass Limited Edition 106/199 Signed 2000
By Venini, Vittorio Zecchin
Located in Venezia, IT
Murano glass design—originally inspired by the vase depicted in Paolo Veronese’s 1580 painting The
Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

VENINI vase Battuti Canoa soft Pink Murano Glass Numbered edition 32 Signed 2005
By Ludovico Diaz de Santillana and Tobia Scarpa, Venini
Located in Venezia, IT
streamlined form of a canoe. Hand-blown in soft pink Murano glass, it is finished using Venini’s iconic
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Signed 1985 Light Blue Gold Leaf Stopper Italian Art Glass Vanity Bottles
By Salviati, Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso sky blue and gold flecks Italian art glass vanity
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles

Materials

Gold Leaf

Monumental Huge Signed Seguso Vetri Darte Murano Glass Serving Bowl or Dish
By Seguso Vetri d Arte
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Monumental & huge serving bowl or dish signed by Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano, Italy. Elegant in
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Il Tuffatore , Murano Glass Sculpture by Loredano Rosin 1936-1992 , Signed
By Loredano Rosin
Located in Florence, Tuscany
Il Tuffatore is an important hand blown Murano glass sculpture by Loredano Rosin (1936-1992). Il
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass

Two Signed Italian Vases w/ Black Murano Glass by Alberto Donà, 1980s
By Alberto Donà
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two Italian vases in thick black Murano glass blown with bubbles within the glass in Pulegoso
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Vintage 1980s Italian Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Large Black and Gold Murano Glass Spheres Lamps, Italy, Signed
By Alberto Donà
Located in New York, NY
shimmering jeweled look. Signed by the glass master himself, Alberto Dona (Murano). Newly wired for U.S. use
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Taupe Grey Murano Glass Textured Rectangular Block Lamps, Signed, Italy
By Alberto Donà
Located in New York, NY
with a beehive-like stamped design texture. Signed by the Murano glass master, Alberto Dona. Wired for
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Roberto Camozzo for Wyland, Tiger Hunting Shark on Base Murano Glass 90s, Signed
By Camozzo, Robert Wyland, Livio Seguso
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
pieces very well. There are great maestros and artist from Murano, some are very well known Seguso
Category

1990s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Elio Raffaeli Signed Clear Murano Glass Nude Woman Sculpture Figurine Italy 1980
By Elio Raffaeli
Located in Miami, FL
Italian Mid-Century Modern transparent Murano glass Female Nude made by master glass blower Elio
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Roberto Camozzo for Wyland, Hunting Shark on a Base, Murano Glass 1990s, Signed
By Livio Seguso
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
pieces very well. There are great maestros and artist from Murano, some are very well known Seguso
Category

1990s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Ward Bennett Murano glass bowl/ Vide-Poche by Salviati , signed
By Ward Bennett, Salviati
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vice and simple modern design in this bow / vide-poche by Ward Bennett , made and signed Salviati.
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Glass

Transparent Murano Glass Vase by Carlo Moretti, Signed and Labeled, Italy 1990s
By Carlo Moretti
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1970s. Made in hand-blown and hand-polished Murano glass. It is signed and labeled
Category

1990s Italian Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Signed Carlo Moretti Murano Glass Black Vase with Etching + Cream Interior
By Carlo Moretti
Located in Troy, MI
Found in Italy, this Carlo Moretti Murano glass vase dates from the 1980s. The exterior is composed
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Italian Murano Blue and Yellow glass Vase or sculpture. Signed
Located in London, GB
Vintage Italian art glass globe vase or sculpture in vibrant contrasting bright sky blue and rich
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Set of 3 Signed Alfredo Barbini Glass Ornaments for Barbini Murano, Italy, 1980s
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Brescia, Brescia
Barbini for Barbini Murano and signed by the artist himself. Crafted in Italy circa 1980, these pieces
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardini...

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Italy Impressive Murano Gold Hand blown Glass Meditation Buddha, Signed
Located in South Burlington, VT
Unique one-of-a-kind meditaton buddha From Italy and Murano comes this charming large scale, solid
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Mid-20th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Unique Modern, Yellow-Colored Italian Murano Glass Bowl Signed by Hand SALVIATI
By Salviati
Located in Salzburg, AT
Venice, as did the glass technical school established in Murano in 1860.
Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Murano Glass

20 Mid-Century Modern Murano Tessuto Glass Sconces, Signed Venini, ca. 1950
By Venini
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Set of 20 Mid-Century Modern sconces signed by Venini, with a glass globe in 'Tessuto' technique
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Murano Glass

Rare Large Signed Ercole Barovier Pink Murano Glass Brass Vanity Mirror 1940s
By Ercole Barovier, Barovier&Toso
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
oversized Mid-Century brass and pink twisted 'rope' pink Murano glass vanity, desk or table mirror
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Signed Gino Cenedese Round Heavy Murano Glass Frosted Clear Ashtray Italy 1960s
By Gino Cenedese
Located in Miami, FL
Gino Cenedese Murano heavy glass bowl in frosted clear Art Glass, ashtray, vessel. It is signed at
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Murano Glass

Italian Signed Barovier Toso Blown Murano Glass Table Lamps Orange 80s, Pair
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Miami, FL
Superb pair of free-form blown Murano glass table lamp in Hues of yellow, orange, blue & white by
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Cenedese Signed Pair of Mid-Century Modern Amber Murano Glass Snack Bowls 1960s
By Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
A beautiful pair of vintage midcentury Italian Murano glass ashtrays, bowls or dishes signed
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Unique Modern, Amber-Colored Italian Murano Glass Vase Signed by Hand SALVIATI
By Salviati
Located in Salzburg, AT
, as did the glass technical school established in Murano in 1860.
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

italian Sommerso glass bowl by Luigi Onesto 1960 signed Murano glass mid century
By Luigi Onesto
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
intricate and highly coveted Sommerso technique! This breathtaking Murano glass bowl features an exquisite
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Sommerso

Cenedese Signed Large Vintage Murano Orange Colored Frosted Glass Bowl or Dish
By Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Large 18cm wide Murano glass bowl, dish or ashtray 'signed' by Cenedese. Wonderful translucent
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-P...

Materials

Murano Glass

Handmade Murano Glass Sommerso Vase in Darkgreen, Yellow Signed by Romano Donà
By Romano Donà
Located in Salzburg, AT
Unique Murano glass Sommerso vase in dark green - yellow - transparent layers, signed by hand
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Antique A Pair of Blue Murano Glass Candle Sticks Signed
Located in Norton, MA
Murano. illegibly signed, possibly Salviati. Both: 8" high, 5" diameter.
Category

Vintage 1920s Italian Vases

Materials

Glass

Murano Art Glass Sculpture on Pedestal by Loredano Rosin, Signed
By Loredano Rosin
Located in North Palm Beach, FL
Calcedonia glass on a base signed by the artist. CIRCA: 1991. The sculpture sits atop a pedestal that can be
Category

1990s Italian Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Signed Murano Art Glass Jar with Lid by C. Rachke, Italy, 20th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vibrant Murano art glass jar with lid is a signed and dated work by C. Rachke, created in 1992
Category

1990s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Italian Murano "Pulegoso" Sphere Glass Lamps in Bronze and Gold, Signed
By Alberto Donà
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Italian Murano "Pulegoso" (bubbled) glass lamps in a rich and elegant bronze and gold color
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Alessandro Mandruzzato Murano Glass Ashtray Bowl, Sommerso, Faceted, Red, Signed
By Alessandro Mandruzzato
Located in New York, NY
Alessandro Mandruzzato murano glass bowl, Sommerso, faceted, red, amber, signed. Medium scale
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Blown Glass, Sommerso

1980 s Signed Venini White Mezza Filigrana Murano Glass Bowl
By Venini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Murano glass bowl. By Venini. In colorless glass with fused thread of opaque white lattimo
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass

Murano Glass Skull Sculpture on Crystal Base Signed Pino Signoretto
By Pino Signoretto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
and Angelo Seguso. In 1960 he became a master glassmaker. In 1978 he opened his own studio in Murano
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

Extra Large Vintage Italian Murano Vetri 1970 Pink Opal Shell Glass Bowl Signed
Located in København, DK
Vintage large Murano clam bowl mouth blown in pink opal glass. The clam has two bases and can
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Vintage 1970s Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Murano Glass

Violet Cenedese Scavo Glass Vase 18”Tall x 8”Diameter, Signed
By Cenedese Scavo, Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare scavo glass vase, 18” tall x 8.5” diameter signed Cenedese. Violet color glass has a scavo
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass

Licio Zanetti Signed Large Murano Art Glass Duck Sculpture, Italy, 20th Century
By Licio Zanetti
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Licio Zanetti Signed Large Murano Art Glass Duck Sculpture, Italy, 20th Century. This piece is
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Wonderful Large Mid Century Modern Murano Signed Blown Art Glass Pois Vase
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Large Mid Century Modern Murano Signed Blown Art Glass Pois Vase
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20th Century Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Signed Venini Three-Light Chandelier "Lattimo" Murano Glass, 1940 Model 960/12-3
By Venini
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Small three-light chandelier signed by Venini in a dark, near-solid, amber/brown Lattimo Murano
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Luciano Vistosi Murano Art Glass Architectural Sculpture, Signed and Dated 1989
By Luciano Vistosi
Located in CABA, AR
Presenting a breathtaking Murano art glass architectural sculpture by Luciano Vistosi, a true
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Vintage 1980s Italian Futurist Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Giant Elio Rafaeli 1970 Murano glass multicolor with masks signed on the base.
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible and giant ELIO REFAELI 1970 Murano glass multicolor with masks signed on the base.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Orange Murano Glass Scavo Vase By Carlo Moretti, Signed by author, Italy 1970s
By Carlo Moretti
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a gorgeous, rare, extra large Murano Glass Scavo vase, done in
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Ermanno Nason Signed Murano Green Art Glass Lovers Figurine Sculpture 11"
By Ermanno Nason
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage olive green art glass sculpture / figurine by Ermanno Nason, depicting a pair of lovers in
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Glass

30 Pasifila Glass Vase, by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis Milano
By Ettore Sottsass, Memphis Group, Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
the “Vetri Glass” collection, made in blown Murano glass. Signed on the base, for further information
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

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Murano Glass Signed For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic murano glass signed available at 1stDibs. A murano glass signed — often made from glass, murano glass and blown glass — can elevate any home. Find 1959 options for an antique or vintage murano glass signed now, or shop our selection of 103 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer murano glass signed, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A murano glass signed is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, modern and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made murano glass signed over the years, but those crafted by Venini, Cenedese and Alberto Donà are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Murano Glass Signed?

The average selling price for a murano glass signed at 1stDibs is $2,273, while they’re typically $20 on the low end and $486,528 for the highest priced.
Questions About Murano Glass Signed
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 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 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    No, Murano paperweights are not always marked. In some cases, you may find a label on the bottom that tells you the name of the workshop or shows the signature of the master. However, the labels can come off, and some workshops don't use them. On 1stDibs, find a variety of expertly vetted Murano glass paperweights.
  • 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
    Yes, all Chihuly glass art is signed. Normally, the mark appears on the bottom of the glassware. You can find a range of expertly vetted Chihuly glass art and decorative objects from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, most Loetz glass is not signed. As a result, collectors must use the color, shape and style of glassware to identify it. A licensed appraiser can help you determine the authenticity of glassware that you believe to be Loetz. On 1stDibs, find a selection of expertly vetted Loetz glass decorative objects and serveware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Daum glass is normally signed. The location of the company's mark varies, but it usually says "Daum Nancy" above, below or beside the cross of Lorraine, a cross with two crossbars. Find a variety of Daum glass on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Culver glass is usually signed. Pieces produced from the company's founding in 1939 through the 1960s usually shows the name in script lettering. More recent pieces have either a block lettering etching or a gold foil label with a script logo. On 1stDibs, find a collection of expertly vetted Culver glass.
  • 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 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 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 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 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
    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 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 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 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 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 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.