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Vintage Bohemian Round Handwoven Rattan Glass Mushroom Shaped Cocktail Table
Located in Miami, FL
Boho Chic all handwoven Mushroom shaped wicker and rattan Cocktail Table or Coffee Table with round
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Late 20th Century American Bohemian Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Wicker, Rattan

Unique Vintage italian design mushroom lamp, frost white orange Murano glass 70s
By AVMazzega
Located in Venezia, IT
Unique Vintage italian design mushroom lamp, frost white orange Murano glass 70s Material: Hand
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20th Century Italian Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Blown Glass

Art Nouveau Galle School Cameo Cut Back Glass Mushroom Shade Table Lamp 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Art Nouveau Cameo Cut Back Glass Mushroom Shade Table Lamp in the Manner of Galle 20thC Measures
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20th Century American Art Nouveau Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Art Glass

Pair of 1970s Space Age Peill Putzler Striped Opaque Glass Mushroom Table Lamp
By Peill Putzler
Located in London, England
Pair of 1970s German Peill Putzler opaque white and striped glass mushroom shaped table lamps
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Mid-20th Century German Space Age Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Glass, Opaline Glass

Rare 1970s Murano Mushroom Lamp – Hand-Blown Glass with White Diffused Light
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Add a touch of iconic Italian design to your interior with this rare Murano mushroom lamp from the
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Murano Glass

Mid Century Modern Murano Glass Mushroom shaped table lamp, Italy 1970s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a gorgeous Mid Century Modern table lamp done in white Murano glass
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Steel

Pair of 1970s German Frosted Crackled Glass Mushroom Table Lamps Putzler Style
By Glashütte Limburg, Peill Putzler
Located in London, England
Pair of small vintage frosted matt white glass table lamps. The manufacturer's label isn't present
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Glass

Extra Large Art Glass Murano Mushroom Lamp in White and Grey Swirls
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Toronto, ON
Extra large sized baby Murano mushroom lamp made in the swirl technique. The swirl features 2 glass
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Art Glass

Italian Carlo Nason Mazzega Murano Glass Chrome LT220 Sculptural Floor Lamp
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in Topeka, KS
marvelous, sculpted Murano white blown glass mushroom top and lower bulbs, a chrome ring base, a foot tap
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Chrome

White Murano Glass tablelamp with mushroom head, manufactured by De Majo, Italy
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Elegant large table lamp made of white Murano glass with mushroom head, manufactured by De Majo in
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Murano Glass

Large Glashütte Limburg Mushroom Pendant Light in Opal Glass and Brass
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Voorburg, NL
Large Opal glass (hand-made) pendant light, manufactured by Glashütte Limburg, Germany, 1970s. The
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Brass

Huge 1960s Italian Two-Piece Murano Glass Mushroom Table Lamp by Vistosi
By Vistosi
Located in München, DE
Gigantic 1960s Italian two-piece Murano glass mushroom table lamp. Great high quality Italian
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1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Murano Glass

Mushroom Shaped White and Clear Glass Table Lamp Designed by Mauro Marzollo
By Mauro Marzollo, Mazzega
Located in Ibiza, Spain
bevelled glass and white opaline. Each piece is meticulously handcrafted, highlighting the intricate design
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1960s Italian Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Glass, Opaline Glass

Original Glass Mushroom zebrano Desk Light by Peill Putzler Germany 1970s no2
By Peill Putzler
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Mushroom desk lamp Producer: Peill & Putzler, Germany Age: 1970s Description
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Metal

Angelo Mangiarotti Murano Glass Mushroom Vases for Knoll in Blue Red and White
By Knoll, Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Stamford, CT
alike. These rarely seen Murano glass mushroom vases share the design language Mangiarotti is known for
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Mushroom Style Table Lamp, Unknown Artist, Iron Steel and Opaline Glass, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
The mushroom lamp is generally credited to the Murano glass-making tradition in the late 1200s. At
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Iron

Hollywood Regency Style Vintage White Glass Dome Brass Mushroom Table Lamp 1970s
Located in Vienna, AT
Hollywood Regency Style vintage table lamp from white glass and brass details dome mushroom like
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Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Brass

Pair of Bill Curry "Mushroom" Series White Table Lamps with White Glass Shades
By Bill Curry Design Line, Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Pair of Bill Curry Design Line for Laurel Lamp Company Mushroom Series Table Lamps. Featuring Off
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Metal

"Mushroom" white Glass Table Desktop Light Made by Hustadt Lights, Germany, 1970
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
quality glass in "mushroom" form. The handmade glass light is made of one piece of glass in satin white
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Glass

"Mushroom" Murano Glass Table Desktop Light Made by Vetri Murano, Italy, 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
light made of high quality Murano glass in "mushroom" form. The handmade glass light is made of one
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Murano Glass

Italian Big Mushroom Table Lamp with Murano Glass by Leucos, 1970s
By Leucos
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Beautiful Italian table lamp in shiny white with big transparent stripe. Made in Italy in the 1970s by Leucos. The lamp is in exceptional good condition, the wire have been exchang...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Murano Glass

Pair of Wall Mushroom Murano Glass with Black and Red Stripes, 1970s
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Pair of wall mushroom Murano glass with black and red stripes.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Murano Glass

"Mushroom" Red Glass Table Desktop Light Made by Hustadt Lights, Germany, 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
quality glass in "mushroom" form. The handmade glass light is made of one piece of glass in red coloration
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Glass

Pair of Vetri D‘Arte Murano Glass Mushroom Table Lamps, Italy, 1970s
By Vetri, Seguso Vetri d Arte
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Pair of beautiful Italian table lamps by Vetri d‘Arte Murano. They have a extraordinary mushroom
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Murano Glass

Mid Century Mushroom Table Lamp in Light Blue Metal and Opaline Glass 1960s
Located in Meer, VAN
Mushroom table lamp in light blue metal and opaline glass. Fiesole, Florence, Italy, 1970s. This
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Metal

GLASHÜTTE LIMBURG Mushroom Brass Table Lamps, Blown Glass Shades, 1970s, Germany
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Pair of elegant Space Age sideboard lamps manufactured by Glashütte Limburg in Germany. The lamps are made of brass with the rare mouth-blown lampshade that contain air bubbles provi...
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1970s German Space Age Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Brass

Pair of Mushroom Lamps Brass and Murano Glass by F. Fabbian, Italy, 1970s
By F. Fabbian
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Mid-Century Modern Space Age Pair of mushroom table or bedside lamps in brass and Murano glass by F
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Brass

Mushroom table lamps in brass and glass by Herda in Memphis Style
By Herda, Robert Sonneman
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Table lamps made of brass with glass base and lampshade produced by Herda, the Netherlands. The
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Brass

Late 20th Century Mushroom Table lamp - Studio Art Glass - by Patrick Lepage
By Patrick Lepage 1
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A beautiful vintage Studio art glass lamp, made by the French artist Patrick Lepage. The lamp is
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Late 20th Century French Organic Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Metal

Set of 2 Small Murano Swirl Glass Table Lamps, Mushroom Style, Original 1980s
Located in Berlin, BE
A beautiful pair of table lamps, mushroom lamps made of swirl Murano glass. Originals from the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Murano Glass

Mushroom Table Lamp, Peill and Putzler
By Peill Putzler
Located in Neuss, NW
Rare mushroom table lamp by Peill und Putzler from the 1970s. High-quality construction made of
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1970s German Space Age Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Glass

XL Italian Mushroom Flush Mount / Sconces /Table Lamp in Opaline Glass and Metal
Located in Almelo, NL
XL Italian Mushroom Flush Mount / Sconces / Table Lamp in Opaline Glass and Metal, 1960s — 22
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Metal

XL Italian Mushroom Flush Mount / Sconces /Table Lamp in Opaline Glass and Metal
Located in Almelo, NL
XL Italian Mushroom Flush Mount / Sconces / Table Lamp in Opaline Glass and Metal, 1960s — 22
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Metal

1970s Italian "Mushroom" Table Lamp
Located in Praha, CZ
- cleaned and polished - good original condition with minor signs of use - 2x , E12-E14 bulb - US wiring compatible
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Mid-20th Century Italian Adam Style Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Chrome

1960s Dolomite Mushroom Art Glass Footed Ashtray Vintage Italian Mid-Century Era
By Sergio Asti
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderful footed heavy art glass footed cigar / cigarette ashtray / dish. No chips, No cracks
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1960s Italian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Art Glass

Vintage Dijkstra Mushroom Floor Lamp with White Acrylic Glass Shade, 1970s
By Dijkstra
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Classic vintage mushroom floor lamp by Dijkstra with white acrylic glass shade. The shade can be
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20th Century Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Metal

A large 1980s handmade Murano glass mushroom lamp with pink and grey stripes
Located in London, GB
A large 1980s handblown Murano glass white mushroom lamp with pink and grey striped detail
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Murano Glass

Acrylic Glass Beige Mushroom Pendant Lamp with Chrome Top Cap, 1970s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Great looking mushroom pendant lamp made of thick plexiglass. The acrylic has a beige-mocca colour
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20th Century Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Metal

1 of 2 Wonderful Glass Mushroom Table Lamp by Peill Putzler, Germany, 1970s
By Peill Putzler
Located in Aachen, NRW
. Great glass body and its edgy quality contrast nicely with the smooth surface and shape of the mushroom
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Chrome

Space Age UFO Mushroom Table Lamp with Ochre Yellow Shade and Glass Diffuser
Located in Mortsel, BE
topped with a frosted glass diffuser disk held in place by a cylindrical finial, allowing for a soft
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Late 20th Century Space Age Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Metal, Copper

1 of 2 Wonderful Glass Mushroom Table Lamps by Peill Putzler, Germany, 1970s
By Peill Putzler
Located in Aachen, NRW
glass body and its edgy quality contrast nicely with the smooth surface and shape of the mushroom
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Glass

Paolo Venini Mushroom Murano Table Lamp
By Paolo Venini
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Beutifull Mushroom-shaped table lamp, Murano glass by Paolo Venini 1970s.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Murano Glass

Mushroom Table Lamp, 1970’s
Located in Delft, NL
Dimensions: 28cm height, 22cm diameter. Condition: Mint. Material: Glass.
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

Materials

Glass

Set of Seven Milk Glass Mushroom Table Lamps by Glashütte Limburg, circa 1970s
By Helena Tynell, Glashütte Limburg
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A big set of eight mid - century milk glass "mushroom" table lamps by Glashütte Limburg, Germany
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Chrome Floor Lamp Frosted Glass Mushroom Globe Laurel Lamp Co
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Topeka, KS
Lovely Mid-Century Modern chrome floor lamp with frosted glass mushroom globe by Laurel Lamp
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Chrome

Set of 5 Mid Century Modern Murano glass Mushroom table lamps, Italy 1970s
By Gino Vistosi
Located in Beograd, RS
Set of 5 Mid Century Modern Mushroom-shaped lamps done in Murano glass. They come in various sizes
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Murano Glass

"Mushroom" Red Glass Table Desktop Light Made Hustadt Lights, Germany, 1970 No.2
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
quality glass in "mushroom" form. The handmade glass light is made of one piece of glass in red coloration
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Glass

Mushroom White Glass Flush Mount or Wall Lamp by Peill Putzler, 1960s, Germany
By Peill Putzler
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mushroom white glass flush mount or wall lamp by Peill Putzler, 1960s, Germany Sculptural very
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Mushroom Table Lamp by Leucos Murano Glass White and Black
By Roberto Pamio Renato Toso
Located in Vigonza, Padua
An icon of Italian design in the 1970s : the mushroom big table lamp , by Roberto Pamio & Renato
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1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Murano Glass

Postmodern Italian Murano Mushroom Table Lamp
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Amazing vintage postmodern Italian Murano glass mushroom lamp. Features a fun white swirl through
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Murano Glass

Set of 2 Original 1970s Glass "MUSHROOM" Table Light by Cosack Lights, Germany
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Mushroom desk lamp set of 2 Producer: Cosack Lights, Germany Age: 1970s
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Glass

Limburg Flush Mount Mushroom Shape, 1970s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Rijssen, NL
A wonderful mushroom shape flush mount, circa 1970, made by Limburg Leuchten, Germany. With hand
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Brass

1 (of 2) Murano Mushroom Flush Mount Iced Glass Chrome Hillebrand Germany 1960
By Hillebrand
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant mushroom shaped flush mount ceiling lamp with textured Murano glass elements on a chromed
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Chrome

Mid-Century Opaline “Mushroom” Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
Charming vintage mushroom-shaped lamp from the 1960s, entirely made of opaline glass. The white
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1960s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Opaline Glass

1980 s Rare Italian Mushroom Vetri Murano Glass Table Lamp by ZONCA, Labeled
By Vetri, Zonca
Located in Praha, CZ
Rare all glass Vetri Murano black and white table lamp by Zonca (see label). Very good vintage
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Murano Glass

Mushroom Paperweight Sculpture Millefiori Murrine Canes Murano Clichy Baccarat
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A rare and unique art glass sculpture or paperweight made in the shape of a mushroom. Hand crafted
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20th Century Italian Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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

Vintage Space Age Pendant Light by Herda with Acrylic Glass Mushroom Shade
By Herda
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
A vintage space age pendant light by Herda with an acrylic glass mushroom shade. The shade has an
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20th Century Space Age Vintage Mushroom Glasses

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Metal

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Vintage Mushroom Glasses For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of vintage mushroom glasses for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique vintage mushroom glasses was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, metal and murano glass. Vintage mushroom glasses have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Vintage mushroom glasses are generally popular furniture pieces, but mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern and modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Vintage mushroom glasses have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Laurel Lamp Company, Peill Putzler and Bill Curry are consistently popular.

How Much are Vintage Mushroom Glasses?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,200, while they’re typically $15 on the low end and $44,500 highest priced.

Finding the Right Lighting for You

The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.

Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.

Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat. 

Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.

As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.

There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation

With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.

The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Questions About Vintage Mushroom Glasses
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if glass is vintage, first look for a marking that indicates the maker. By researching the manufacturer using trusted online resources, you can learn when it produced pieces similar to yours and get a rough idea of your glassware's age. Any glass produced between 20 and 99 years ago is vintage. If you need assistance with the dating process, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a diverse assortment of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    To tell if glass is vintage, first look for markings, often located on the bottom or inside of glassware. By researching the mark via online resources, you can determine the maker and learn more about your piece. Any glassware produced between 20 and 100 years ago qualifies as vintage, while older pieces are antique. In the event that you can't find any markings, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you. Find a wide variety of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Slag glass is pressed opaque glass that has colored streaks throughout. It was used in everything from lamp shades to decorative bowls. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of authentic slag glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify vintage glass, you will need to figure out if your item is between 20 and 99 years old. The easiest way to do so is first to determine the maker by looking for and then researching any markings present on the glassware. Unfortunately, vintage glass is often marked with paper and foil labels, which tend to come loose with use. As a result, experience and expertise are often necessary to accurately perform the identification process, so you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer weigh in if your glassware is unmarked. Find a diverse assortment of vintage glassware 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 ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some vintage glass is worth something. Collectors are often on the hunt for pieces produced by certain makers, such as Blenko, the Culver Glass Company, Dorothy Thorpe, Libbey, Georges Briard and Arcoroc. In addition to who manufactured it, the style, type, age and condition of vintage glassware all impact the potential value. For assistance with the valuation process for pieces in your collection, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage glassware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To tell if a glass vase is vintage, first research the maker. Look for markings on the inside and base, and then research them using trusted online resources to determine who produced your vase. By looking at when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours, you can typically roughly estimate its age. If your vase is between 20 and 99 years old, it is vintage. Vases that are 100 years old or older are antiques. For help with dating, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of glass vases.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if your vintage glasses are gold, look on the nose bridge and the temples for a purity mark. Makers often stamped their solid gold pieces with “12K,” “10K,” “14K” and other markings to identify their gold eyewear. You can research all of these markings using trusted online resources. Should you locate a "GF" mark, it is likely that your glasses are gold-filled rather than solid gold. This means that the frames are predominantly a less expensive metal but do have a thin layer of genuine gold alloy as a finish. Another mark that indicates your glasses contain some gold is "RGF." The mark stands for “rolled gold filled.” Glasses bearing this mark feature a gold-plated finish that is thinner than what's found on traditional gold-filled frames. For assistance identifying your eyeglass frame material, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a selection of vintage glasses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    To tell if vintage Cartier glasses are real, first look for the brand's logo on the outside of the arms. It should be spelled correctly and in the French luxury fashion house's iconic gold-toned italic font. Because some vintage pieces may lack serial numbers and other markings used to identify contemporary eyewear, you may wish to enlist the help of a licensed appraiser or knowledgeable dealer for assistance with authentication. Explore a selection of Cartier glasses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The easiest way to tell if a bead is glass or plastic is to feel it. Glass beads will be cooler to the touch, whereas plastic beads will be closer to room temperature and warm up quickly in your hands. Another test you can perform is to listen to the sound. Glass has a distinctive ring since it’s harder whereas plastic is softer and has a duller sound. Shop a range of vintage glass bead pieces on 1stDibs.