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Large swirl murano glass pendant lamp Vetri Murano Italy 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Introducing this exquisite vintage swirl Murano lamp, crafted by Vetri Murano in Italy during the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Vintage swirl murano glass pendant lamp Vetri Murano Italy 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Introducing this exquisite vintage swirl Murano lamp, crafted by Vetri Murano in Italy during the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Vintage swirl murano glass pendant lamp Italy 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
The beautiful swirl Murano glass chandelier. Made in Italy in the 70s. Despite its weight, the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Large swirl murano glass pendant lamp Vetri Murano Italy 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Step into the captivating world of vintage Italian craftsmanship with this exquisite swirl Murano
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Vintage Italian Swirl Glass Lidded Lamp After Murano
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Swirl Glass Lamp, designed in the style of Murano glasswork. The piece features a captivating opalescent
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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

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Murano Glass

Vintage Swirl Murano Glass Pendant Lamp, Italy, 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
This swirl white Murano pendant lamp was made in Italy in the 1970s. Very beautiful white Murano
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Vintage Swirl Murano Glass Pendant Lamp, Italy 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Vintage white Murano pendant lamp made in Italy in the 1970s. The original manufacturer's label
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Classic Swirl Murano Glass Pendant Lamp, Italy, 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
This swirl vintage Murano pendant lamp was made in Italy in the 70s. Very beautiful white Murano
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Venini Five-Tier Swirling Chandelier Lamp with Murano Glass Triedri Prisms, 1960
By Compagnia Di Venezia E Murano (C.V.M.)
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautiful Venini swirling light, circa 1960s, with surrounding Murano glass triedri prisms
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-century Hand Blown Swirled Murano Glass Pendant Chandelier
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-century Hand Blown Swirled Murano Glass Pendant Chandelier Offered for sale is a sinuously
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Mid-Century Handblown Swirl Murano Glass Vase
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original 1960s handblown swirl Murano glass vase featuring blue, green, and black swirling in
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Vintage 1960s American Vases

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Art Glass

Fratelli Toso Murano Glass Bowl, Lenti with Aventurine Swirl
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Warrenton, OR
Fratelli Toso Murano Glass Bowl, Lenti with Aventurine Swirl This sculptural bowl by
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

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Copper

Murano White Translucent Swirled Glass Catch-All Bowl, 1980s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Murano white swirled glass catch-all bowl, 1980s. Can be used as a decorative object or functional
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

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Murano Glass

Murano White Multi Color Swirl Art Glass Centerpiece Bowl
Located in Barcelona, ES
Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano glass centerpiece, white and multicolor pastel tones This large
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Large Murano Glass Paperweight with Internal Bubbles and Swirls
Located in Rochester, NY
Vintage colorful Italian glass paperweight.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

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Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Vintage Italian Swirl Glass Lamps After Murano - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your interior with this exquisite pair of vintage Italian swirl glass lamps, crafted in the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Table Lamps

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Murano Glass, Wood

Vintage Boho Swirl Glass Lamps After Murano - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your space with this Pair of Vintage Boho Swirl Glass Lamps After Murano. Crafted in the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Murano Glass

Vintage swirl white Murano glass pendant lamp, Italy 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Vintage swirl white Murano glass pendant lamp made in Italy in the 1970s. The lamp is in excellent
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Large original Italian Murano glass swirl cone pendant, 1970s, handblown
Located in London, GB
Stunning substantial Murano glass ceiling pendant with decorative clear and white glass concentric
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Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Blue Swirl Murano Art Glass Sphere Vase, Alberto Donà, 1980
By Alberto Donà
Located in Villaverla, IT
Discover this captivating Murano art glass sphere vase, a truly exquisite piece from the renowned
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Handcrafted Murano Glass Chandelier, Amber Swirls Soft Pink Details, 20th
By Giovanni Dalla Fina Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
Handcrafted Murano Glass Chandelier, Amber Swirls & Soft Pink Details, 20th. Elevate your
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20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass

Millefiori Murano Blown Glass Swirling Mixed Color Bowl
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Millefiori Murano Blown Glass Swirling Mixed Color Bowl Has silver flakes in glass. No marks
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1990s Italian Decorative Bowls

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Blown Glass

Vintage Large Swirl Murano Glass Pendant Lamp Italy, 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
This large, beautiful vintage swirl Murano lamp was made in Italy in the 70s. Perfect vintage
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern Handblown, Murano Glass, Amethyst Swirl Lamp
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Mid-Century Modern lamp consist of Amethyst Murano glass with pearlescent swirls
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Nickel

Murano Glass Shell Sculpture from Venice, Italy.
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in NICE, FR
Solid mixed coloured Murano glass shell. Swirls of blue mixed in with green, yellow, red and dashes
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Murano Glass

Pair of Murano Gilt Swirl Glass Lamps by Salviati
By Salviati
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Extraordinary pair of substantial hand-blown glass table lamps by Salviati. Hollywood Regency
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20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

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Brass

Vintage swirl white murano glass pendant lamp Italy 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Elevate your living space with the timeless elegance of this beautiful Murano glass chandelier
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Vetri Murano Table Lamp With blown glass and Swirl Pattern
By Vetri
Located in Verviers, BE
Vetri Murano Table Lamp With blown glass and Swirl Pattern This table lamp was designed and
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Art Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Glass Globe Pendants with Black Swirl accent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Custom handblown Murano glass globe pendants in black swirl accent.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

"SWIRL" Murano Glass Table Desktop Light Made by Vetri Murano, Italy, 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: "Mushroom" table light desk top light Producer: Vetri Murano, Italy Origin: Italy
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Murano Glass

Vetri Murano Table Lamp With blown glass and Swirl Pattern
By Vetri
Located in Verviers, BE
Vetri Murano Table Lamp With blown glass and Swirl Pattern This table lamp was designed and
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Chrome

Italian Amber and Green Swirled Murano Glass Table Lamp
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautiful amber and green Murano glass bodied table lamp. The vase form body is mounted on a gilt
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Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps

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Metal

Wonderful Large Midcentury Murano Seguso Gold Swirl Flecked Glass Centerpiece
By Seguso
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful large Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano signed seguso gold swirl flecked ribbed glass
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

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Art Glass, Murano Glass

Swirl Design Murano Glass Pendant Lamp, 1970s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Swirl Design Murano Glass Pendant Lamp, 1970s, Italy Sculptural very elegant rare design ceiling
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

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Metal

Aureliano Toso Vintage Murano Glass Lamps, Glass Finials White Swirled Design
By Aureliano Toso
Located in North Miami, FL
These pair of vintage Italian Murano Aureliano Toso white swirled glass lamps have chrome
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Vintage 1960s European Modern Table Lamps

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Chrome

Italian Murano Mid-Century Yellow Swirl Art Glass Vase
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Murano style Mid-Century round-based tapered art glass bud vase with a yellow swirl design
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20th Century Italian Modern Vases

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Art Glass

Murano Gold and White Swirl Glass Table Lamp
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Murano gold and white swirl glass table lamp, in a vase form, and mounted on a metal base. The lamp
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Metal

27cm "SWIRL" Murano Glass Table Desktop Light Made by Vetri Murano, Italy, 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
glass in "EGG" form with swirl glass structure inside the glass The handmade glass light is made of one
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern Pair Barovier Venetian Swirl Murano Iridescent Glass Lamps
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Pair Of Mid-Century Modern Barovier Style Venetian Swirl Murano Iridescent Art Glass
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Mid Century Modern Murano glass pendant light Fazzoletto Handkerchief swirl
By La Murrina
Located in Palermo, PA
This beautiful Murano glass pendant light showcases a swirling design in warm beige and soft ecru
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Italian Large Murano Glass Mushroom Table Lamp with Swirl Art Glass, 1970s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
with white swirl and waves inside the glass. Made in Italy, Murano, in the 1970s. The lamp is hand
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Murano Glass

T20 Murano Table Lamp in White Swirl Glass with Brass
Located in København, DK
Sphere-shaped table lamp crafted from mouth-blown opaline glass. The design features a swirl
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2010s Italian Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Italian Mid-Century Murano Glass Flush Mount Light with Swirl Glass, 1970
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Mid-Century Murano Glass Flush Mount Light with Swirl Glass, 1970 Gorgeous flush mount
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

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Brass

Murano Rainbow Aventurine Flecks Swirl Ribbons Italian Art Glass Fazzoletto Vase
By Dino Martens, Venini, Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful and rare, vintage Murano hand blown rainbow colors and aventurine flecks ribbons Italian
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Ribbon

A large 1960s Venini Murano glass ball “Tessuto” swirl pendant light
By Venini
Located in London, GB
A large 1960s Venini Murano glass ball “Tessuto” swirl pendant light white swirling line design on
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Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Classic swirl murano glass ceiling or wall lamp Italy 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Vintage white murano glass ceiling or wall lamp made in Italy in the 1970s. The lamp is in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

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Murano Glass

Original vintage swirl murano glass table lamp Mushroom, Italy 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Classic of Italian design — Mushroom swirl table lamp. Made of Murano glass with milky white color
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Murano Glass

Extra Large Vintage Murano Blown Glass Swirl Egg Lamp
By Maestri Vetrai
Located in Lutz, FL
Beautiful 1970’s hand blown Maestri Murano Italy extra large Dragon Egg Lamp. Swirling white cased
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Art Glass

1960 Kalmar Swirl Citrus Pendant Lamp Amber Murano Glass Brass
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant Swirl ’Citrus’ pendant light with heavy amber and clear swirl Murano glass elements on a
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Vintage Pair of Murano Glass “Mushroom” Swirl Table Lamps – Italy, 1970s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
handcrafted from milky white Murano glass, each featuring an elegant spiral swirl pattern that flows
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Murano Glass

J.T. Kalmar Pendant With Murano Swirl Pattern Glass
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
J.T. Kalmar pendant lamp with Murano swirl pattern glass pendant from the 1970s. Measures glass
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass

Murano Swirl Rose Tone Glass Table Desktop Light by Vetri Murano, Italy, 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
high quality Murano glass in floral form. The handmade glass light is made of one piece of glass in
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Murano Glass

set of 2 ball "SWIRL" Murano Glass Table Light by Vetri Murano, Italy, 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Murano glass in ball form with a unique swirl glass structure inside the glass The handmade glass light
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Murano Glass

Vintage Murano Glass Bowl by Sergio Asti For Venini – Swirl Green, 1970s
By Venini
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Vintage Murano Glass Bowl by Sergio Asti for Venini – Swirl Green, 1970s This vintage Murano glass
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20th Century Decorative Bowls

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Murano Glass

Pair of Blown Swirled Murano Glass Lamps with Silver inclusions, Oblate Spheroid
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Blown Swirled Murano Glass Lamps with Silver inclusions, Oblate Spheroid Offered for sale
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Table Lamps

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Wonderful Rare Large Renato Anatra Swirl Art Glass Lady Dancing Murano Figure
By Renato Anatra
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Rare Large Signed Renato Anatra Swirl Red And Clear Blown Art Glass Lady Dancing Murano
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Pair of Exquisite Murano Glass Green Vases with Swirled Glass Applications.
By Costantini
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of exquisite large Murano Italian Vases with Clear and Emerald Green Blown Glass Swirls with
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Blown Glass

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Murano Swirl Glass For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of murano swirl glass you’re looking for. An item from our selection of murano swirl glass — often made from glass, murano glass and metal — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a choice in our collection of murano swirl glass, we have 350 options in-stock, while there are 10 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the object in our assortment of murano swirl glass you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each option in this array of murano swirl glass bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks is very popular. Murano, Venini and Fratelli Toso each produced at least one beautiful piece of murano swirl glass that is worth considering.

How Much is a Murano Swirl Glass?

Prices for a piece of murano swirl glass start at $125 and top out at $22,800 with the average selling for $1,428.
Questions About Murano Swirl 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, 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Murano glass is highly-coveted due to the glassblowing processes used to create each piece. Murano glass is known for its vivid color, handcrafted in Murano and Venice and a favorite among collectors and home interior decor enthusiasts. Browse a wide array of Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if a bird sculpture is made of Murano glass, professionals recommend having an antiques dealer or Murano glass expert examine it. Otherwise, look for the signature of the artist or factory on the piece. Authentic Murano glass will often, but not always, include 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. Find a collection of Murano glass decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify genuine Murano glass, first check for the certificate of authenticity. Sometimes, but not always, there will be a label with the workshop and the signature of the maker on the piece. Shop a collection of authentic Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if a glass rooster is Murano, you can look for markings and other details to try and determine the maker, but the best way to determine authenticity is to enlist the help of an antiques dealer or Murano glass expert. Otherwise, look for the signature of the artist or factory on the piece. Authentic Murano glass will often, but not always, include 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. Shop a collection of Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.