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Murano reticello zanfirico glass bowl
By Venini, Barovier, Cenedese, Salviati, Aureliano Toso
Located in Lugo, IT
Murano production glass bowl. Good conditions. Thank you
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Serving Bowls

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Vase
By Ercole Barovier, Barovier, Seguso, Salviati, Formia Murano
Located in Houston, TX
Murano Glass Vase. Offered is a beautiful hand blown Murano glass vase in a red ribbed design with
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Vases

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Gradient Vase in Teal, White and Green Blown Glass by Salviati Italy 70s
By Salviati, Vetri Artistici Muranesi Societá Anonima
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning Murano glass egg-shaped vase in Murano mouth-blown glass with gradient colors. This
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Vintage Italian Smoked Amber Gold Textured Murano Art Glass Minimalist Vase
By Salviati
Located in New York, NY
chic smoked amber gold Murano glass, blown by Salviati, with a high-quality decoration in a precious
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Organic Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Blue Purple Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Baby Bird Figurine Paperweight
By Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown blue purple, and gold flecks Italian art glass bird figurine on
Category

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

Materials

Gold Leaf

Murano Red Green Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Traditional Dress Woman Sculpture
By Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown green, red, white and gold flecks Italian art glass woman
Category

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

Materials

Gold Leaf

Set of 3 Italian Sconces w/ Flush Mounts w/ Clear Geometric Murano Glass c 1960s
By Salviati
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of three Italian sconces w/ flush mounts with clear geometric Murano glass mounted on chrome
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Salviati Murano Sommerso Blue Amber Italian Art Glass Fish
Located in Southampton, NJ
layers of thick Murano glass. Each is hand signed Salviati, Venezia. 15" and 12.5" H.  
Category

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

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
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Mid-Century Modern Venetian / Murano Blue White Swirl Italian Art Glass Vase
By Salviati
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Italian art glass vase. Attributed to Salviati. With a vasiform body and everted
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Venetian Murano Blue White Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Ballet Slipper Shoe
By Salviati, Venini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful antique Venetian / Murano hand blown blue, white and gold flecks Italian art glass ballet
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Gold Leaf

Large Pair Of Murano Glass Sconces By Mazzega
By Mazzega, Barovier, Carlo Nason, Salviati, Seguso
Located in Houston, TX
Large Pair Of Murano Glass Sconces By Mazzega. Offered is a stunning pair of Italian mid century
Category

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

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Pair of Murano Glass Bookends by Luciano Gaspari for Salviati
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of heavy green and blue Murano glass book ends by maestro Luciano Gaspari, circa 1950. Born
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Murano Glass

Mid-Century Venetian Murano Glass Dolphin Vase By Salviati
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A very fragile and delicate vintage Venetian Murano Glass-handled Dolphin vase by Salviati. It is
Category

Vintage 1960s Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Luciano Gaspari for Salviati Murano Art Glass Sculpture, 1970s
By Luciano Gaspari
Located in Miami, FL
An abstract murano art glass sculpture by Luciano Gaspari for Salviati.
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Murano Venetian Antique Ruby Red Gold Leaf Italian Art Glass Footed Center Bowl
By Venini, Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful, large antique Murano hand blown ruby red Italian art glass centerpiece bowl with gold
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Decorative Bowls

Materials

Gold Leaf

Vintage Murano Glass Bowl by Salviati C. circa 1960
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Murano Glass Bowl by Salviati & C. circa 1960 A vintage glass bowl in 1950 style with
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Jars

Materials

Art Glass

Large Murano Glass Lamp by Seguso
By Barovier, Venini, Salviati, Seguso
Located in Houston, TX
Large Murano Glass Lamp By Seguso. This stunning Postmodern Murano lamp is the most beautiful green
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

1960s Opalescent Turquoise Murano Glass Vase
By Cenedese, Salviati, Seguso, Vintage Murano Gallery, Venini
Located in Miami, FL
Offering a vintage 1960s handblown chunky Murano Glass Vase, signed with label on bottom. This
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Salviati, Murano. Large vase in brown mouth-blown art glass.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Salviati, Murano. Large vase in brown mouth-blown art glass. About 2000. In perfect condition
Category

Early 2000s Italian Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of Murano Glass Flamingos
By Barovier, Seguso, Salviati, Barovier&Toso, Ercole Barovier
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Murano Glass Flamingos Stunning pair of lavender Murano glass flamingo sculptures. This
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Gold Murano Glass Lamp
By Barovier&Toso, Salviati, Ercole Barovier, Seguso, Barovier
Located in Houston, TX
Gold Murano Glass Lamp. Offered is a lovely Murano lamp, possibly Barovier that is a beautiful gold
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Sommerso Red Amethyst Fade Italian Art Glass Bird Sculpture Figure
By Alfredo Barbini, Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso red amethyst Italian art glass guinea or quail bird
Category

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

Materials

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

Murano Sommerso Glowing Uranium Yellow Red Heart Italian Art Glass Bird Figure
By Livio Seguso, Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful, and large, vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso glowing Uranium yellow green with dark
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

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

Luciano Gaspari Large Incalmo Murano Glass Vase by Salviati 1970
By Luciano Gaspari
Located in Paris, IDF
Beautiful Luciano Gaspari vase for Salviati Murano made in the 1970s from the Incalmo series. This
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Murano Venetian Red Gold Flecks Pulled Feather Italian Art Glass Paperweight
By Salviati, Vetro Artistico 1
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown red and gold flecks Italian art glass decorative paperweight
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Paperweights

Materials

Gold Leaf

Vintage Murano Glass Figure of a Toucan
By Venini, Barbini, Barovier, Seguso, Salviati
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Murano glass figure of a Toucan. Gorgeous 20th century hand blown Murano glass figure of a
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Glass Urn Signed Seguso
By Ercole Barovier, Seguso, Archimede Seguso, Paolo Venini, Salviati
Located in Houston, TX
Murano Glass Urn Signed Seguso. Offered is a large blown Murano glass urn or vase with stylized
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Neoclassical Urns

Materials

Murano Glass

Salviati Murano Italian Modernist Perched Owl on Tree Art Glass Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Salviati Murano Italian Modernist Perched Owl on Tree Art Glass Sculpture. Item features a blown
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Glass

Antique Venetian Murano Red Gold Flecks Fish Stem Italian Art Glass Vase
By Fratelli Toso, Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful, antique, early Venetian / Murano hand blown ruby red with gold flecks Italian art glass
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

Murano Orange Ombre Fade Gold Italian Art Glass Horse Head Figure Sculpture
By Salviati, Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful, extra large, vintage Murano hand blown orange to white and gold flecks Italian art glass
Category

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

Materials

Gold Leaf

Barbini Murano Pulegoso Black Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Kitty Cat Sculpture
By Alfredo Barbini, Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown frothy bubbles, over black core and gold flecks Italian art
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Gold Leaf

Murano Dark Pink White Ribbon Italian Art Glass Decorative Ruffled Rim Dish Bowl
By Salviati, Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown dark pink and white ribbons Italian art glass decorative
Category

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

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano White Gold Aventurine Ribbons Italian Art Glass Fan Shaped Flower Vase
By Fratelli Toso, Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown white and copper ribbons with gold flecks Italian art glass fan
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

Vintage Murano Glass Lantern By Barovier Toso
By Barovier&Toso, Salviati, Seguso, Barovier, Venini
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Murano Glass Lantern By Barovier & Toso. This lovely mid century Murano glass lantern is
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Murano Oggetti Red Blue Yellow Black Gray Italian Art Glass Fazzoletto Vase
By Venini, Oggetti, Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful large vintage Murano hand blown red, blue, yellow, grey and black Italian art glass
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Yellow White Aventurine Ribbon Italian Art Glass Mid-Century Flower Vase
By Fratelli Toso, Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown yellow and white ribbons Italian art glass flower vase. It is
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

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

Murano Barbini Gold Flecks White Bubbles Italian Art Glass Martini Compote Bowl
By Alfredo Barbini, Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Priced per item (2 available as shown). Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown white, controlled
Category

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

Materials

Gold Leaf

Antique Venetian Murano Jade Green Gold Flecks Swan Stem Italian Art Glass Vase
By Fratelli Toso, Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
glass with ornate swan stem vase / table object. Created in the manner of the Salviati and Fratelli Toso
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

Pinzan Murano Art Glass Genie Decanter Orange White Yellow Swirls Nautical Shell
By Alfredo Barbini, Salviati
Located in Miami, FL
Engraved Giuliano Pinzan stunning and rare design Murano Art Glass hand blown red, orange, peach
Category

2010s Aruban Space Age Bottles

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glittery Copper Aventurine Red White Ribbons Italian Art Glass Bowl Dish
By Fratelli Toso, Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown alternating ribbons Italian art glass decorative footed bowl
Category

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

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Medium Millebolle Murano Glass Vases by Luca Nichetto
By Luca Nichetto, Salviati
Located in Venezia, IT
The large air bubbles embedded in these glass vases create delicate color and transparency
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Salviati, Murano, Large Vase in Mouth Blown Art Glass, Dated 2005
Located in København, Copenhagen
Salviati, Murano. Large vase in mouth-blown art glass. Dated 2005. Measures: 59 x 10 cm. In
Category

Early 2000s Italian Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Murano Venetian Antique White Ribbons Italian Art Glass Fan Shaped Flower Vase
By Fratelli Toso, Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful antique Murano hand blown white with blue rim Italian art glass fan shaped flower vase
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass

Salviati, Murano, Large Drop-Shaped Vase in Mouth-Blown Art Glass
Located in København, Copenhagen
Salviati, Murano. Large drop-shaped vase in mouth-blown art glass. Italian design. Early 21st
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Murano Persimmon Orange Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Flared Rim Decorative Bowl
By Alfredo Barbini, Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown rich persimmon orange and gold flecks Italian art glass
Category

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

Materials

Gold Leaf

Vintage Murano Glass Floor Lamp by Barovier
By Ercole Barovier, Seguso, Barovier, Venini, Salviati
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Murano Glass Floor Lamp By Barovier. This stunning tall Murano glass lamp is comprised of
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Livio Seguso Murano Sommerso Uranium Apple Gray Bird Italian Art Glass Sculpture
By Livio Seguso, Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful, large vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso glowing Uranium green apple with gray bird
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

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

Pair of Murano Glass Ducks by Fratelli
By Fratelli, Barovier, Salviati, Fratelli Toso, Seguso
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Murano glass ducks by Fratelli. Beautiful pair of gold murano glass ducks by Fratelli
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Pair Of Murano Glass Lamps
By Ercole Barovier, Seguso, Barovier, Archimede Seguso, Salviati
Located in Houston, TX
Pair Of Murano Glass Lamps. Offered is an unusual pair of vintage Murano glass lamps created of
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Antique Venetian Murano Pink Blue Rim Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Flower Vase
By Salviati, Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful, antique, early Venetian / Murano hand blown pink, blue and gold flecks Italian art glass
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

Pair Of Murano Glass Lamps
By Archimede Seguso, Salviati, Barovier, Ercole Barovier, Seguso
Located in Houston, TX
Pair Of Murano Glass Lamps. Offered is an unusual pair of vintage Murano glass lamps created of
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Medium Pinnacoli Grigio Murano Glass Vase by Luciano Gaspari
By Luciano Gaspari, Salviati
Located in Venezia, IT
technique, the Sommerso. The sunken blue and green glass versions were showcased at the 1960 Venice Biennale
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Medium Nereidi Murano Glass Vases by Allegri Fogale
By Allegri Fogale, Salviati
Located in Venezia, IT
A solid heavy base joint with a delicate, airy upper portion. Designed by de Allegri & Fogale, these pieces take their cue from the charming atmosphere of the Venetian lagoon, and em...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Small Nereidi Murano Glass Vases by Allegri Fogale
By Allegri Fogale, Salviati
Located in Venezia, IT
A solid heavy base joint with a delicate, airy upper portion. Designed by de Allegri & Fogale, these pieces take their cue from the charming atmosphere of the Venetian lagoon, and em...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Murano Amber Olive Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Woman Farmer Figure Sculpture
By Alfredo Barbini, Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful and large, vintage Murano hand blown dark transparent amber / olive with gold flecks
Category

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

Materials

Gold Leaf

Murano Antique White Zanfirico Ribbons Sky Blue Italian Art Glass Flower Vase
By Artisti Barovier, Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Please Note - Priced Per Item (2 vases are available). Beautiful antique Murano hand blown white
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Vases

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

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Salviati Murano Glass For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of salviati murano glass on 1stDibs. Frequently made of glass, murano glass and blown glass, every piece of salviati murano glass was constructed with great care. There are 379 variations of the antique or vintage item from our selection of salviati murano glass you’re looking for, while we also have 85 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of salviati murano glass — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An object in our assortment of salviati murano glass made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of salviati murano glass that is appealing in its simplicity, but Salviati, Luciano Gaspari and Davide Bruno produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Salviati Murano Glass?

The average selling price for a piece of salviati murano glass at 1stDibs is $1,200, while they’re typically $135 on the low end and $72,500 for the highest priced.
Questions About Salviati Murano 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
    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 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.