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Marbro Murano Caged Glass Lamp
By The Marbro Lamp Company, Murano 5
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1960s Hollywood Regency Murano caged glass lamp by Marbro. Smoky topaz glass with a quilted diaper
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Mouth-Blown Murano Caged Glass Lantern by Archimede Seguso, Italy 1940s
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a striking mouthblown Murano caged glass lantern designed by
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Murano Glass
H 15.75 in Dm 7.88 in
Petite Murano Caged Glass Pendant Light, 1960s Italy vintage
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous petite Pendant in bubble-wrapped Murano glass with cage. The glass is hand-blown with an
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pair of Petite Murano Caged Glass Pendant Light, 1930s Italy vintage
By Seguso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous pair of chandeliers in bubble-wrapped Murano glass with cage. The glass is hand-blown with
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Folk Art Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Single Iron Caged Venetian Glass Flush Mount or Sconce, Italy 1950s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful hand blown Italian flush mount, fabulous Venetian caged light smoked or amber glass in
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Moorish Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Pair of Iron Caged Venetian Glass Flush Mount or Sconce, Italy 1950s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A set of two hand blown Italian flush mount, fabulous Venetian caged light smoked or amber glass in
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Moorish Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Sultano Onion Dome Iron Caged Venetian Glass Flush Mount or Sconce, Italy 1950s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A hand blown Italian flush mount, fabulous Venetian caged light orange glass in a iron frame. it
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Moorish Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Sultano Onion Dome Iron Caged Venetian Glass Flush Mount or Sconce, Italy 1950s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A hand blown Italian flush mount, fabulous Venetian caged light orange glass in a iron frame. it
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Moorish Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
H 7.75 in Dm 12.75 in
Sultano Onion Dome Iron Caged Venetian Glass Flush Mount or Sconce, Italy 1950s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A hand blown Italian flush mount, fabulous Venetian caged light lime green glass in a iron frame
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Moorish Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Murano Glass Caged Pendant
Located in Cheshire, GB
Seguso Murano hand blown glass caged pendant light.
Dimensions
Height 21 Inches
Width 14 Inches
Category
Mid-20th Century Lanterns
Materials
Blown Glass
Vintge Murano Italian Flush Mount Ceiling Lights Cage Glass Chandelier
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Murano Glass ceiling mount light, cage tagged glass with patina gold metal. 1 available. No
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Pair of Murano Pink Glass Caged Pendant
Located in Cheshire, GB
Two handblown Seguso Murano pink glass caged pendant lights.
Dimensions
height 13 inches
width 9
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Lanterns
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Purple Glass Caged Pendant
Located in Cheshire, GB
Seguso Murano hand blown purple glass caged pendant light.
Dimensions
Height 17 Inches
Width 10
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Mediterranean Wrought Iron Caged Blown Amber Glass Chandelier, Murano Art Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mediterranean wrought iron caged blown amber glass chandelier, murano art glass. Exceptional caged
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron
Trio Of Mid-Century Caged Quilted Murano Glass Pendants
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Mid-Century Modern, hand-blown, Murano glass pendant trio is is an absolute joy to look at
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Pair of Lamps Brass Cage Murano Glass Cube, Italy
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Pair of brass cage lamps Murano pressed glass cube, opaline glass shades. In the style of Mazzega
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Large Contemporary Brass Cage Chandelier Murano Opaline Glass Ball, Italy
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Huge oversize contemporary chandelier ceiling pendant light lamp brass cage with blown Murano glass
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
H 55.12 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in
Murano Opaline Caged Art Glass Monumental Table Floor Lamp Regency
By Barovier&Toso, The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Midcentury Barovier and Toso Murano opaline caged art glass monumental table or floor lamp
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Seguso Handblown Murano Amber Glass Cage Italian Pendant Light, 1940s
By Seguso
Located in Roma, IT
Beautiful Murano glass bubble chandelier with amber glass cage. The glass is hand-blown with an
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron
H 14.97 in Dm 8.27 in
Italian Venetian Amber Smoke Coloured Clear Murano Glass Caged Lantern
Located in Barntrup, DE
Italian Venetian amber smoke coloured clear murano glass caged lantern.
This beautiful Italian
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pink Seguso Raspberry Pendant Lamp in Cage Murano Glass, 1950s
By Seguso
Located in Esbjerg, DK
in cage hand-blown Murano Glass. It was made in the workshop of Seguso in Venice circa 1930-50s. It
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Modern Brass and Caged Murano Glass Large Pendant Lamp Fontana Arte Style
By Fontana Arte
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Number four Suspension lamps, produced with the ancient cage-blown glass technique: the master
Category
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Seguso Murano Hand Blown Cage Light Pendant
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in New York, NY
Seguso Murano hand blown light pendant / fixture. Amber Murano glass with a decorative brass cage
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Marbro Purple Murano Style Blown Glass Lamp
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Lomita, CA
This is the most appealing lamp in deep, deep purple that by Murano for Marbro in caged bubble
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Art design pendant lamp Cage with butterflies Green Murano Glass by Multiforme
By Leo De Carlo, Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Artistic suspension lamp Cage in olive green glass by Multiforme with butterflies shaped by hand by
Category
2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
H 36.62 in Dm 17.72 in
Italian art design table lamp Cage Blue butterflies Murano Glass by Multiforme
By Multiforme, Leo De Carlo
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
An exquisite piece of Italian art design. Artistic table lamp Cage in Iceberg Blue glass color by
Category
2010s Italian Other Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass
Artistic Wall Lamp Cage with butterflies in Amethyst Murano Glass by Multiforme
By Leo De Carlo, Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Artistic wall lamp Cage in amethyst glass by Multiforme with butterflies shaped by hand by master
Category
2010s Italian Other Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Blown Glass
H 29.53 in Dm 19.69 in
Vintage Italian Murano Swirl Glass Brass Cage by Adolf Loos for VeArt
By VeArt
Located in Toledo, OH
Vintage Italian Murano swirl glass sphere table lamp with brass applied cage. Single socket
Category
Vintage 1960s European Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Art Design floor lamp Cage with butterflies in Straw Murano Glass by Multiforme
By Leo De Carlo, Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Artistic floor lamp Cage in Straw glass color by Multiforme with butterflies shaped by hand by
Category
2010s Italian Other Floor Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass
H 72.84 in Dm 17.72 in
Art Design Pendant lamp Cage with butterflies in Blue Murano Glass by Multiforme
By Leo De Carlo, Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Artistic suspension lamp Cage in sapphire blue glass by Multiforme with butterflies shaped by hand
Category
2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
H 23.63 in Dm 19.69 in
Murano Style Hand Blown Caged Smoked Glass Hanging Hall Lantern Mid-20th Century
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A Murano style
Hand blown caged
Smoked glass
Hanging hall lantern
Mid-20th century.
Height
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Mid Century Caged Murano Blown Out Reticello Pendant Chandelier
By Dino Martens
Located in Atlanta, GA
, bulbous silhouette of the glass is delicately enclosed within an intricate brass wire cage, adorned with
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Gilded Bronze Cage Chandelier With Peacock Feather Glass Tassels Circa 1800
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Gilded Bronze Cage Chandelier With Peacock Feather Glass Tassels Circa 1800
Category
Antique Early 18th Century Italian Louis XV Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Wiktor Brandt for Flygsfors 1950s Blue Art Glass Caged Pendant
By Flygsfors, Wiktor Berndt
Located in Copenhagen, DK
decoration on bubble shape white glass mouth blown within a black metal cage. Murano art glass style
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
A Mid Twentieth Century Venetian Caged Lantern
Located in London, GB
A mid century murano caged lantern, the shaped clear, white and pink glass fitted into an arabesque
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Huge Mid-Century Seguso Murano Blue Aqua Blown Bubble Lantern Chandelier Rare
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Firenze, Toscana
appropriate socket for other countries and ready to hang. Rare size and color of aqua Blue Murano blown glass
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Archimede Seguso Murano Caged Glass Pendant Lights
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Toorak, VIC
blown murano caged glass pendant lights, by the master Venetian Glass Blower Archimede Seguso.
Casting
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Metallic Thread
Vintage Seguso Murano White Glass Cage Pendant Light, 2 available
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Seguso Murano White Glass Cage Pendant Light, 2 available. Listed price is for one light.
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Bohemian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid 20th C. Handblown Seguso Murano Amber Glass Caged Pendant Light
Located in Worcester, GB
Mid 20th c. handblown Seguso Murano Amber glass Caged pendant light
Period Mid 20th c
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Lanterns
Materials
Blown Glass
Green Opaline Murano Caged Lamps by Marbro
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in Little Rock, AR
Vintage pair of Opaline Murano lamps in JULEP GREEN, by The Marbro Lamp company. Study the close up
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Italian Beaded Macaroni Cage Chandelier with Blue Murano Drops and Giltwood
Located in Firenze, IT
Stunning antique Italian beaded "Macaroni" style bird cage chandelier with giltwood centre detail
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass, Giltwood
Milk White Murano Caged Glass and Brass Pendant
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Pasadena, CA
This Murano pendant features a hand blown glass body which perfectly fits a brass frame with curled
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair Of Murano Caged Glass Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of large Murano glass lamps in a beautiful Amethyst color which have been newly rewired with
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Seguso Murano Caged Glass Pendant Light
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautiful Italian Murano glass bubble pendant manufactured by Seguso in the 1960s. It is made from
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Venetian Murano Caged Glass Pendant Lamp, Italy 1940s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
-old artistry. The Murano glass, adorned with a diamond pattern relief, transforms light into a
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Venetian Murano Caged Glass Pendant Lamp, Italy 1940s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Original Murano glass Venetian lantern made in Italy in the 1940s. The glass is blown within a
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Venetian Murano Caged Glass Pendant Lamp, Italy 1940s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Original Murano glass Venetian lantern made in Italy in the 1940s. The glass is blown within a
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Seguso Murano Caged Glass Pendant Light, Italy, 1940s
By Barovier Seguso & Ferro
Located in Melbourne, AU
A lovely light for hallways and entrances. A hand blown Venetian glass lantern, attributed to
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Iron
Seguso Murano Caged Glass Pendant Light, Italy, 1940s
By Barovier Seguso & Ferro
Located in Melbourne, AU
blowing of caged glass with a fishnet pattern. Wonderful!
The total drop from ceiling to tip
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron
Venetian Yellow Murano Caged Glass Pendant Lamp, Italy 1940s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
-old artistry. The Murano glass, adorned with a diamond pattern relief, transforms light into a
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Original Venetian Blue Murano Caged Glass Pendant Lamp, Italy 1950s
By Seguso
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Original Blue Murano glass Venetian lantern made in Italy in the 1950s. The glass is blown within a
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Transparent Glass Vase Blown in Metal Cage
Located in Prato, Tuscany
technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects.
Original Murano glass
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Glass
Materials
Iron
20th Century Italian Murano Bowl with Silver Cage
By Arval Argenti Valenza
Located in VALENZA, IT
Red Murano glass bowl embellished with a solid 800 silver cage.
Created by Florentine artists
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Renaissance Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Vintage Murano Glass Chandelier Italian Brass Cage
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely vintage Murano glass chandelier. Perfect size for a powder room, bathroom, closet, hall, etc
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Murano Glass Two-Tier Chandelier Italian Brass Cage
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Murano glass chandelier with brass cage. No broken or chipped pieces of glass. Comes with
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Marbro Caged Murano Glass Lamps
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in New York, NY
Stunning pair of 1960s Hollywood Regency caged Murano glass lamps in a Smokey Topaz color with
Category
20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Elongated Murano Caged Bubble Glass Pendant
Located in Hanover, MA
Murano cased glass caged bubble lantern pendant in an unusually elongated form: 18" long x 6 3/4
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Dino Martens Murano Glass Cage Lantern
By Dino Martens
Located in Hanover, MA
Murano "latticino" white and colorless glass shade in a golden metal cage, forming an internally
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Lanterns
Seguso Murano Bubble Glass Cage Lanterns
Located in Hanover, MA
glass cage lanterns. Three have a slight tint but are for the most part clear; one (on the far right in
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Venetian Murano Glass Cage-Form Table Lamp
Located in Astoria, NY
Venetian Murano white opaque and colorless lattice glass-blown vessel within a conforming gilt cage
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Other Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
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Murano Caged Glass For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of murano caged glass on 1stDibs. A piece of murano caged glass — often made from glass, metal and murano glass — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for an item from our selection of murano caged glass, we have 67 options in-stock, while there are 13 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the choice in our collection of murano caged glass you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each object in our assortment of murano caged glass bearing Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. A well-made option in this array of murano caged glass has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Seguso Vetri d'Arte, The Marbro Lamp Company and Barovier Seguso & Ferro are consistently popular.
How Much is a Murano Caged Glass?
Prices for a piece of murano caged glass start at $375 and top out at $10,440 with the average selling for $2,100.
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Questions About Murano Caged Glass
- What is Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Murano 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.
- Does Murano glass have markings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, 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.
- Does Murano glass break?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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.
- How is Murano glass marked?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024How 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, 2022Murano 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.
- What is Murano glass made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Murano 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.
- Where is Murano glass signed?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Authentic 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, 2024Murano 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.
- Can Murano glass be clear?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Although 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.
- How can I identify Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano 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.
- Is Murano glass valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Whether 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.
- Is Murano glass worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Yes, 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.
- Is Murano blown glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, 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.
- Why is it called Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023It 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, 2022Murano Aventurine is glass that has been decorated with a surface effect which resembles shimmering specks found in quartz. This technique was pioneered by Murano in the 17th century. On 1stDibs, find Murano glass products from top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021There 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.
- Is Murano glass worth anything?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024Yes, 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, 2022Yes, 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, 2023To 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, 2022All 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.
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