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Murano Latticino Blue Ribbon Footed Bowl - Unsigned - Italy - Mid 20th Century
By Salviati
Located in Chatham, ON
Mid Century studio glass latticino and blue ribbon bowl - clear bubble glass foot - striking
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass

Magnificent vintage Venetian mirror Murano glass – Clear and gold floral details
By Gabbiani
Located in Venezia, IT
A magnificent vintage Venetian wall mirror entirely handcrafted in Murano glass, featuring clear
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass, Wood

Artistic Wall Venetian Mirror in Murano Glass, Clear and Pink Flower details
By Gabbiani
Located in Venezia, IT
A magnificent vintage Venetian wall mirror entirely handcrafted in Murano glass, featuring clear
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass, Wood

Huge Wall Venetian Mirror in Murano Glass, Clear and Gold Flower details
By Gabbiani
Located in Venezia, IT
A magnificent vintage Venetian wall mirror entirely handcrafted in Murano glass, featuring clear
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass, Wood

Striped Green Murano Art Glass Fish Figure with Gold Flecks , 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Gold Flecks Acid Green Cream Ribbons Murano Art Glass Fish Figure, Italy 1940s A lovely
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Gold Leaf

Large Mid-Century Kalmar Flush Mount Light Catena , Brass Murano Glass, 1970s
By Venini, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
covers and 30 organic and ribbon-shaped bubble Murano glass pieces. A glass piece has the dimensions of
Category

20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Large Mid-Century Kalmar Flush Mount Light Catena , Chrome Murano Glass, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar, Venini
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
-shaped Murano glass pieces. 16 are made of clear crystal glass and 8 white foam bubble glass. A glass
Category

20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Pair of tall Blown Murano glass table lamps by Alberto Dona
By Alberto Donà
Located in London, GB
A pair of tall table lamps, Italian design hand blown smoke grey Murano glass with a ribbon
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

Venini 20" Nastri Chandelier Wave-Shaped Murano Glass Gold-Plated Brass, 1970s
By Venini
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant 'Nastri' chandelier from Venini with clear wave-shaped Murano glass ribbons on a gold
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Large Pair French Mid Century Arlus Murano 1950s Wall Lamps
By Arlus
Located in New York, NY
A pair of large luxurious French Mid Century sconces composed of thick ribbon Murano glass shades
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Large Pair Maison Arlus French Mid Century Murano 1950s Wall Lamps
By Arlus
Located in New York, NY
A pair of large luxurious French Mid Century sconces composed of thick ribbon Murano glass shades
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Murano Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1950s Murano red and white ribbon glass table lamps. Measurements: Height of
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps

Murano White Copper Aventurine Ribbons Italian Art Glass Footed Flower Vase
By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM)
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown swirling white and aventurine flecks Italian art glass footed
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Glass Sculpture "Ribbon" by Glassmaster Zanetti
By Oscar Zanetti
Located in New Orleans, LA
Murano glass sculpture titled "Ribbon" by Venetian glassmaster Oscar Zanetti.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Glass

Pair of Bronze Murano Glass Lamps with Ribbon Swirl
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Little Rock, AR
A stylish pair of teardrops in bronze with a swirling ribbon of white. We show these with double
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Pair of Vintage Murano Glass with Applied Ribbons of Emerald and Aqua
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Little Rock, AR
Crystal clear Murano glass with heavily applied diagonal ribbons of AQUA and EMERALD. What's
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Nickel

Butterscotch Vintage Murano Lamps with White Candy Cane Ribbon
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Little Rock, AR
A whimsical pair of Italian lamps in BUTTERSCOTCH with a swirling ribbon of white. We show this
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Vintage Murano Lamps with Emerald Ribbons
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Little Rock, AR
part - as the ribbon works its way down the glass, it becomes porcupine-like quills of applied glass
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Murano Art Glass Green Vase with Applied Ribbon Cane in Red White and Blue
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Unique Murano art glass vase with applied ribbon glass cane.
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Peacock Blue Vintage Italian Lamps with White Ribbon Swirls
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Little Rock, AR
A stylish pair of vintage Italian lamps in PEACOCK BLUE with a swirling ribbon of white. They are
Category

20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Pair of Vintage Murano Glass Lamps in Lemon Honey with Ribbon Swirl
By Vintage Italian Glass
Located in Little Rock, AR
These whimsical Italian glass lamps are LEMON HONEY in color with a ribbon of white swirling up and
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Murano Glass Latticino Ribbon Slippers with Gold Leaf
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Grantham, GB
Set of four murano glass latticino ribbon slippers with gold leaf, attributed to Fratelli Toso
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Art Nouveau More Desk Accessories

Materials

Murano Glass

Vintage Murano Glass Green Cat with Ribbon by Cenedese, 1960s
By Cenedese
Located in Venice, Murano
Vintage Murano glass cat, in dark green color with a stylish clear ribbon on the neck. This item
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Franco Luce Murano Glass Calla Lilly and Ribbon Brass Chandelier
By Franco Luce
Located in Westfield, NJ
Circa 1970s Franco Luce Murano Glass calla lily and ribbon brass chandelier. 3 oversized calla lily
Category

Late 20th Century North American Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pair of Vintage Murano Glass Lamps in Chartreuse with Ribbon Swirl
Located in Little Rock, AR
These vintage Murano glass lamps are CHARTREUSE with a ribbon of WHITE swirling up and around. We
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Large Murano Tri-Color Black, Red White Ribbons on Clear Glass V Mason, 2000
By Vincenzo Nason Cie
Located in Halstead, GB
Murano tri-color black, red and white ribbons on clear glass V Mason 2000 boxed and Labelled
Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Italian Brass Glass Ribbon, Striped, Twist Table Lamp in Green White
Located in New Westminster, British Columbia
This striking Mid-Century Modern Murano Italian glass ribbon lamp has a lovely brass base with
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

5.5kgs Murano Satinato Floor Vase with Blue Ribbon Design
Located in Halstead, GB
Large (40 cms 5.5kgs) Murano Satinato floor vase with blue 'Ribbon' design In the style of
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Ribbon Glass Bowl
Located in Montreal, QC
Murano oval flared glass bowl, constructed of layered glass canes, pinched at intervals;
Category

20th Century Italian Decorative Bowls

Pair of Blown Glass Murano Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1960s Italian light amber Murano ribbon glass table lamps. Measurements: Height
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair of Pink Murano Venini Lamps
By Venini
Located in Houston, TX
Lovely Pair of Pink Murano Ribbon glass lamps with gold wood bases. The Lamps could be modernized
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Fratelli Toso Murano Ribbon Vintage Italian Art Glass Ashtray, 1960
By Vintage Murano Gallery, Fratelli Toso
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Fratelli Toso Murano orange blue white ribbon vintage Italian art glass dish or ashtray. 1960s
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Vintage Venini Murano Glass Pedestal Glass Bowl With Latticino Ribbons
By Paolo Venini
Located in North Miami, FL
This vintage mid century modern Italian Murano glass bowl has rainbow colors of twisting Zanfirico
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

1960s Murano Art Glass Bowl Blue White Swirl Ribbon Italy
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Murano Bowl Art Glass Swirling Blue and White Ribbon Swirled Blue and white ribbon Glass
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass

Barovier e Toso Murano Blue, Red, Clear Ribbons Italian Art Glass Decanter
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
" Blue, Red and Clear Spiral Ribbons Art Glass Decanter. Attributed to the Barovier e Toso company. It
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Glass, Murano Glass

1990s Blue Ribbon Italian Art Glass Murano Swirl Vase signed John Burchetta
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a 1994 blue ribbon Italian art glass Murano swirl vase signed John
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Venini Murano Zanfirico Ribbons Yellow Green Italian Art Glass Jewelry Dishes
By Venini, Venini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
and Green Zanfirico Ribbons Art Glass Jewelry Dishes. One of the pieces is signed "Venini Murano
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Serving Bowls

Materials

Blown Glass

DOTED TURQUOISE RIBBON MURANO BOWL
Located in New York, NY
DOTED TURQUOISE RIBBON MURANO BOWL
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Serving Bowls

Pair of Pink Ribbon/ Gold Flecked Murano Style Bowl
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Handmade rectangular bowls with gently curled edges. Rods of pink and gold glass joined together in
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Monumental Fratelli Toso Murano Venetian Pink "Ribbon" Centerpiece/Low Bowl
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This hand blown Murano/Venetian glass low bowl is a work of art, definitely made by a master glass
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Glass

Blown Glass Ribbon Vase by Robin Mix for Tiffany Co.
By Murano Glass Sommerso, Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Blown glass ribbon vase by Robin Mix for Tiffany Co. Signed on bottom. In the style of
Category

1990s American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Vintage Pair of Murano Glass Aqua Ribbon Murano Table Lamps Lucite Newly Wired
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Beautiful pair of vintage Murano glass aqua ribbon table lamps. Perfectly restored. Double lucite
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Nickel

Chic Mid-Century Modernist Murano Clear Bottle Vase with Black Ribbon Detail
By Murano 5
Located in New York, NY
This ultra chic hand-blown Murano glass vase, with it undulating hourglass form, boasts the elegant
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Pair of Murano Ribbon Swirl Glass Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful pair of Murano lamps in blue with swirled ribbons of green and amethyst. The lamps have
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Nickel

Large Mid-Century Modern Venetian Murano Art Glass Eye Form Center Bowl
Located in Big Flats, NY
A large Mid-Century Modern Venetian center bowl offers swirled Murano ribbon art glass with small
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Pair Murano Blue Green Ribbon Glass Table Lamps
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Italian Murano glass long stem gourd form table lamps. Hand blown and twisted with relief
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Nice Pair of Murano Glass, Curved Ribbon Sconces
By Venini
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Pair of nice Venini wall sconces, made of curved murano glass rods. One light per sconces, perfect
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Exceptional Italian Murano Barovier et Toso Ribbon Glass Vase
Located in North Miami, FL
The size of this beautiful vase is what makes this a special piece of glass. it is like a flowing
Category

20th Century Italian Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Pink Black Filigrana Ribbons Italian Art Glass Pedestal Paperweight
By Venini, Fulvio Bianconi, Paolo Venini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Gorgeous vintage Murano hand blown pink and black Filigrana ribbons Italian art glass pedestal
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass

Fratelli Toso Murano Millefiori Flowers Ribbons Italian Art Glass Paperweights
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Priced individually, beautiful Murano handblown ribbons and flower design Italian art glass
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

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

Fratelli Toso Murano Red Pink Millefiori Ribbons Italian Art Glass Paperweights
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Priced per item. Beautiful Murano hand blown Italian art glass paperweights. Documented to the
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

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

Mid-century Modern Murano Glass Lamp with White Ribbon Swirls
Located in Astoria, NY
A Mid-Century Modern Murano glass table lamp, produced in Italy, circa 1950s, in clear yellow glass
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass, Lucite

Fratelli Toso Murano Pink Flower Ribbons Italian Art Glass Vintage Paperweights
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Priced per item (3 designs available, as shown). Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Italian art
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

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

Pair of Ribbon Style Murano Glass Light Fixtures C. 1930 s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of vintage pink & white ribbon style Murano glass lighting fixtures with gilt metal framing
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Contemporary Italian Geometric Murano Glass Mirror with Aqua Green Ribbon Decor
Located in New York, NY
An exclusive Venetian rectangular mirror in Murano glass, entirely handcrafted in Italy with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Mantel Mirrors and ...

Materials

Art Glass, Mirror, Murano Glass, Wood

Multitiered Glass Ribbon Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Multitiered circular chandelier composed of chains of clear and green glass ribbon form elements.
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Murano Blue and Green Ribbon Glass Table Lamps
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Italian Murano glass long stem gourd form table lamps. Handblown and twisted with relief
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

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Murano Ribbon Glass For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of murano ribbon glass available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of glass, murano glass and blown glass, every item from our selection of murano ribbon glass was constructed with great care. Find 223 options for an antique or vintage choice in our collection of murano ribbon glass now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect object in our assortment of murano ribbon glass — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An option in this array of murano ribbon glass made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one piece of murano ribbon glass that is appealing in its simplicity, but Fratelli Toso, Aureliano Toso and Dino Martens produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Murano Ribbon Glass?

Prices for a piece of murano ribbon glass can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $100 and can go as high as $12,500, while the average can fetch as much as $873.
Questions About Murano Ribbon Glass
  • 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, 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 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, 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
    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 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
    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 24, 2024
    Yes, 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, 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    All 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.