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Imposing Handcrafted Murano Glass Table Lamp with Submerged Bubbles Contemporary
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Villaverla, IT
, crafted entirely from exquisite Murano glass in a rich gold hue, embodies Italian artistry. The
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20th Century Italian Art Deco Table Lamps

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Gold Leaf

Set of 2 Classic Sconce Clear and Gold Murano Glass with Flowers by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Set of 2 Classic Sconce Clear and Gold Murano Glass with Flowers by Multiforme To manufacture this
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2010s Italian Other Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Murano Glass, Blown Glass

Hand Blown Murano Glass Box in Grey with 24 Karat Gold Flecks and Brass Fittings
Located in West Hollywood, CA
allure of Murano glass. Handcrafted on the historic Venetian island of Murano, this box exemplifies the
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Boxes

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Brass, Gold Leaf

Pair of Gold "Avventurina" Murano Glass Table Lamps
Located in Austin, TX
Handblown Murano glass table lamps with 23-karat gold flecks creating a shimmering appearance
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2010s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Hand Blown Murano Glass Box in Amber with 24 Karat Gold Flecks and Brass Fitting
Located in West Hollywood, CA
glass box from Murano, Italy. The warmth from this piece emanates a sense of luxury and sophistication
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass, Gold Leaf

Very Large Pair of Lamps Murano Glass with Loads of 24-Karat Gold, Pauly Co.
By Pauly Co.
Located in Paris, France
, this splendid and very large pair of Murano glass lamp in creamy white with loads of 24-karat. gold
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Mid-20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Gold Leaf

Stunning Tall Murano Glass Table Lamp with Gold Flecks on Gilded Base
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Chicago, IL
A stunning and stately vintage Murano glass table lamp that had a lovely scalloped, fluted design
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Vintage 1940s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Glass, Wood

Barovier&Toso Murano Glass blue and pink with gold and air bubbles pheasant 1950
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible and big Murano glass multicolor with gold and air bubbles by Barovier&Toso circa 1950
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Contemporary Murano Glass Sconces
Located in Austin, TX
sheets of textured Murano glass enhanced with silver and gold metallic. They are newly wired to fit US
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2010s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Murano Glass

Barovier&Toso Murano Glass blue and pink with gold and air bubbles pheasant 1950
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible and large pheasant in Murano glass multicolor with air bubbles and gold attributed to
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Marbro Murano Co. Brass Bronze Wall Lamp with Four Salted Murano Glass Shades
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Marbro Lamp Company Brass and Bronze Wall Lamp with Four Murano Art Glass Shades, 1950's. Featuring
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Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Pair of Modernist Dove Grey Murano Glass Table Lamps with 24-Karat Gold Bands
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pair of table lamps were hand blown in Murano, Italy- the islands off the coast of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Artisan Murano Glass Table Lamp with Silver Leaf Accents
By Vetreria Artistica Barovier C.
Located in New York, NY
Murano sommerso clear and white, ribbed glass table lamp with bullicante and gold leaf inclusions
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome, Silver Leaf, Gold Leaf

Seguso Midcentury Murano Glass Italian Rabbit Sculpture with Golden Dots, 1960s
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Roma, IT
Beautiful midcentury hand blown artistic Murano glass rabbit sculpture with golden dots. This
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Gold Leaf

Elegant Murano Chandelier With Gold and Flowers
Located in Mortsel, BE
Introducing a stunning Murano glass chandelier adorned with clear glass that has been elegantly
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Late 20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Art Glass Translucent and Purple With Gold Flecks Decorative Bowl
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Toronto, ON
Spectacular Translucent and Purple Murano Art glass pinched shape bowl with gold flakes. Featuring
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass

Seguso Murano Navy Blue Gold Flecks Art Glass Shell Bowl
By Seguso, Archimede Seguso
Located in Barcelona, ES
Hand-blown Blue Murano Scalloped Art Glass Bowl with Gold Flecks Eye-catching shell shaped Murano
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Gold Leaf

Antique Venetian Murano Art Glass Bowl Centerpiece Gold Enamelled Blue Baroque
By Artisti Barovier
Located in Palm Beach, FL
finest rich royal blue murano glass and hand enamelled with 24k gold leaf. Scroll vines and leaves adorne
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Bowls

Materials

Gold, Enamel, Gold Leaf

Murano Glass Table Lamps with Hand Carved Alabaster Base
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing our exquisite Murano Glass Table Lamps with Hand Carved Alabaster Base, straight from
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Alabaster, Bronze

A Sublime Pair of Murano Blown Glass Vases with Gold Fleck Inclusions
By Constantini
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of Italian Murano Glass 20th Century Vases with 24 K Gold Fleck Inclusions and Rose Bud
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

White and Gold Murano Glass Chandelier, by Giovanni Dalla fina 1990s
By Giovanni Dalla Fina
Located in Villaverla, IT
A Majestic White-Milk Murano Glass Chandelier with Gold Accents, Designed by Giovanni Dalla Fina
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1990s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Gold Leaf

Venetian chandelier in white, black and green Murano glass sprinkled with gold
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Venetian chandelier in white, black and green Murano glass sprinkled with gold, circa 1980
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Glass

Murano Gilt Glass Lamp
Located in Houston, TX
1980s Italian Murano glass table lamp with gold gilt bands and a lucite base. Newly wired
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass, Lucite

VENINI - MURANO GLASS -1950 - Color Green, Gold, Color Green Iridescent, Glass
By Venini
Located in Milano, IT
Rare Venini table lamp. Murano gold-plated glass with gold leaf. Iridescent, 1950.  
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Bowl in Gold leaf in Blown Murano Glass 1950s Italy
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Villaverla, IT
Bowl in Gold leaf in Blown Murano Glass 1950s Italy. Beautiful and elegant Italian Venetian bowl
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Vintage 1950s Italian Art Deco Decorative Bowls

Materials

Gold Leaf

“Clessidre” Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in Austin, TX
Murano glass “clessidre” chandelier with gold leaf fused glass elements in a drum-like style. The
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2010s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Charming, Murano Hand-Blown Chandelier with Clear Glass and Gold Flecks
Located in Houston, TX
This charming, petite chandelier is crafted from the best-quality Murano blown glass parts. A
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Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Murano Glass Ball Lamps
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Pair of Murano glass lamps with inclusions of gold sheets. Dimensions given without shade. Shade
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Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps

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Murano Glass

Murano, Italy. Bowl in red art glass with gold dust. With dots/air bubbles
Located in København, Copenhagen
Murano, Italy. Bowl in red art glass with gold dust. Designed with dots/air bubbles. Approximately
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Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Art Glass

Barovier Mirror-Engraved Murano Glass w/ Gold Italian Serving Tray, 1940s
By Barovier
Located in Roma, IT
glass with 24k gold specks inside, acid-etched mirrored glass, and gilt metal handles. This gorgeous
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tray Tables

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Gold Plate, Brass

Hand Crafted Opalino Murano Glass Flower Pendant with Scalloped Rugiada Details
By Venini
Located in LA, CA
A playful pendant of handblown Murano glass flowers in opalino amber with cristale clear twists
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Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Solid Murano Glass Gold Swirl Square Cube Lamps with Brass Base, Italy
Located in New York, NY
Pair of solid murano glass square cube lamps with natural brass base. Handmade in Venice using a
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Small Murano Glass Lamps with Custom Silk Shades
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of small Murano glass lamps with custom silk shades. Dimensions listed (8 in. diameter x 13
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

1950s Archimede Seguso Murano Glass Bowl Gold Leaf/Polveri Green Pink
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Warrenton, OR
Pink Green 1950s Archimede Seguso Murano Glass Bowl with Gold Leaf/Polveri This rare, mid
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Gold Leaf

Italian artistic Chandelier 6 arms Fluage handmade Gold Murano Glass Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Fluage chandelier 6 lights Fluage, Gold Murano glass with rings and pendants by Multiforme The
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Warm Gold Murano Glass Flower Scalloped Pendant Chandelier, Italy
Located in New York, NY
Bespoke Warm Gold Murano Glass Scalloped Floral Pendant Chandelier. Handmade in Venice, Italy, this
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

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Brass

Murano Glass Avventurina and Black Vase
Located in Austin, TX
Black and Avventurina Murano glass vase with 23 carat gold leaf applied to the black glass while
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

Seguso Murano Black Gold Silver Flecks Art Glass Centerpiece Bowl
Located in Barcelona, ES
Black Murano glass centerpiece bowl with silver and gold flecks. Attributed to Seguso Vetri d'Arte
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf

Petrol blue Murano glass chandelier
By Venini
Located in Dallas, TX
Mid-Century Modern petrol blue and clear-gold Murano glass chandelier Venini style, Italy 1980s The
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Archimede Seguso Swan Table Lamp Murano 24k Gold Glass, Italy 1950s
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Roma, IT
gold inside. This stunning and unique piece was designed by the Murano glass master Archimede Seguso
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Gold

Mid-20th Century Italian Murano Glass "White Gold Lotus" Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
: Murano glass with white gold flecks; chrome frame * Date: Mid-20th Century * Dimensions: Diameter: 30 in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Mirror with a Golden Murano Glass Frame, by Studio Glustin
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Mirror with a frame made of brass and sculpted Murano glass gilt with gold leaf. Creation by
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Italian Photo Frame Art Nouveau Silver Brass and Venetian Glass
By Laura G Art with Heart
Located in Sarezzo, IT
Illumination red is an Art Nouveau Italian photo frame with Murano glass. Illumination red is an
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Picture Frames

Materials

Bronze

Murano Glass Gold and Transparent Leaves Chandelier or Flush Mount, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous Murano glass ceiling lamp with alternating gold and transparent glass leaves. The
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Vintage 1970s European Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Hand-Blown Murano Bowl with 24-Karat Gold Flecks
Located in West Hollywood, CA
intricate interplay of light and gold. A one-of-a-kind creation, this Murano bowl serves as both a
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-...

Materials

Gold Leaf

Green/ White Murano Glass Vase With 24k Gold Flakes by Fratelli Toso, IT ca 1930
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
(also with gold flakes) finalize the outstanding look of this early, one-of-a-kind Murano glass vase. A
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Mid-20th Century Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Five Limited Edition Italian Sconces with Clear Murano Glass, 1980s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of five limited edition italian sconces with clear murano glass, hand blown with infused gold
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Vintage 1980s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Heavily Ribbed Bud Vase with Gold Fleck
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautifully unique Thick Murano Glass vase with Gold Flecks. The vase is a bud vase and has a
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Bells and Pastorals Chandelier Blown Murano Glass Gold Color Contemporary, Italy
By Giovanni Dalla Fina Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
Hand-Blown Murano Glass "Bells and Pastorals" Chandelier with Gold Leaf by Giovanni Dalla Fina
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass

Murano, Italy, two bowls in clear glass with spiral-shaped gold decoration.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Murano, Italy, two bowls in clear glass with spiral-shaped gold decoration. Approximately from the
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Vintage 1980s Italian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass

Murano Glass Bowl w/Bullicante, Gold Polveri, Original Label Pustetto Zanetti
By Licio Zanetti
Located in Warrenton, OR
Murano Glass Bowl w/Bullicante, Gold Polveri, Original Label Pustetto Zanetti Pustetto and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Gold Leaf

Hand-Blown Murano Bowl with 24-Karat Gold Flecks
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite hand-blown Murano bowl is a luminous masterpiece, featuring 24-karat gold flecks
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-...

Materials

Murano Glass

A Large Saliati Murano Glass Fish with Gold Flecks Mid 20th Century
By Salviati
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A large and impressive Murano glass fish with bullicante controlled bubbles attributed to Salviatt
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Barovier Midcentury Murano Glass and Gold Leaf Italian Vase, 1940
By Artisti Barovier
Located in Milano, IT
Vase Barovier Murano glass 1940, worked with gold leaf. Iridescent.
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Charming Six-Arm Fluted Rose Murano Glass Chandelier with 24K Gold Accents
By Barovier&Toso
Located in LA, CA
A delightful chandelier pendant in the classic Murano style with fluted rose glass body and arms
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Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

In stock! Set of 2 White and clear Murano Glass sconces with gold plated Frame
Located in Venezia, IT
Set of 2 White and clear Glass Wall Lamps with polished gold plated Frame, Italy, in stock
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Late 20th Century Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Murano Glass

1950s Pink Murano Glass Lamp
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1950s Pink Murano glass lamp with gold flecks.
Category

Vintage 1950s Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

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Murano Glass With Gold For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of murano glass with gold for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, murano glass and metal. If you’re shopping for an item from our selection of murano glass with gold, we have 835 options in-stock, while there are 79 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of murano glass with gold — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each object in our assortment of murano glass with gold bearing Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco or Modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made option in this array of murano glass with gold over the years, but those crafted by Barovier&Toso, Archimede Seguso and Venini are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Murano Glass With Gold?

Prices for a piece of murano glass with gold start at $100 and top out at $62,150 with the average selling for $1,914.
Questions About Murano Glass With Gold
  • 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 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
    Authentic Murano glass often, but not always, includes labels with the name of the workshop, the signature of the glass master and a certificate of authenticity. To best determine if a Murano glass is authentic, look up the location of the factory found on the label. All authentic Murano glass is produced in Venice or Murano. Always purchase Murano glass from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Browse a selection of authentic Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Murano glass, from the Venetian island of Murano, is world-renowned for excellent craftsmanship and a wide variety of colors and decorations. The glassmakers of Murano use methods honed over centuries to create rich colors and designs by mixing different minerals during the process. Many examples contain gold and silver flecks inside the glass. You’ll find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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 glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. Find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Whether Murano glass is valuable depends on a variety of factors, including the type of piece and its condition. Artisans on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy, produce the colorful glassware through a unique process. Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century (the filigrana technique is as old as the 16th century). A certified appraiser can help you determine the value and authenticity of a particular piece. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Murano glassware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    Yes, many glass lovers believe that Murano glass is worth it. Murano glass is named for the Venetian island of Murano, where glassmaking has been practiced for centuries. The glass is made using a variety of artisanal processes and is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Every vintage Murano glass decorative object is unique. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and irregular shapes due to the freeform creation process. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Murano glass is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Murano glass and other art glass pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, Murano is blown glass. Artisans on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy, produce the colorful glassware through a unique process. Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century (the filigrana technique is as old as the 16th century). On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Murano glassware from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    It is called Murano glass because of its place of origin. During the 13th century, artisans on the island of Murano in Venice, Italy, became famous for producing colorful glassware. Find a range of Murano glass from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Murano Aventurine is glass that has been decorated with a surface effect which resembles shimmering specks found in quartz. This technique was pioneered by Murano in the 17th century. On 1stDibs, find Murano glass products from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    There is no real difference between Venetian glass and Murano glass. While both Venetian glass and Murano glass come from Murano Island, Venice is a more popular location than Murano, hence it is called widely as Venetian glass. You can use both search terms to find the best piece for you on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    How much Murano glass is worth depends on the size as well as on other factors. New Murano glass necklaces may cost up to $35 depending on the number of beads — a vintage Murano glass necklace may garner considerably more money — whereas a vase made of Murano glass can cost a few thousand dollars. Antique Murano art glass can fetch thousands of dollars at auction depending on the brand, the history of the piece, the technique used to design the piece and more. Find a collection of antique and vintage Murano glass jewelry and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To 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.