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Bull Face Brutalist Murano Glass Vase red & clear, Vintage, Italy, 1960s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous hand blown Murano art glass piece with Sommerso and bullicante techniques. A beautiful
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass
Anzolo Fuga Murano Art Glass Set of Glasses and Pitcher Grotesque Faces Enamel
By Anzolo Fuga
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Rare Murano handblown green Italian art glass large pitcher with 6 matching glasses done in enamel
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers
Materials
Art Glass
H 11.75 in W 5 in D 5 in
Celebration to Picasso Large Murano Art Glass Abstract Face Vase Mario, Italy
By Murano 5
Located in Montreal, QC
Spectacular Murano Art glass face Sculpture vase made in celebration to Picasso. The handcrafted
Category
1990s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Large Murano Art Glass Face Vase signed Sergio Costantini Venice Italy Estate
By Murano 5
Located in Montreal, QC
Mid-Century Modern large Murano art glass flamboyant face vase, signed by Sergio Constantini. A top
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
H 13.5 in W 7 in D 4 in
Large Murano Face and Abstract Designs Picasso Style Art Glass Vase Estate Find
By Murano 5
Located in Montreal, QC
For the lovers of Murano, an alluring Picasso style Abstract Face with background designs Art Glass
Category
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
H 12.5 in W 7.5 in D 4 in
Pair of faces in blown Murano glass
Located in BARCELONA, ES
stunning example of sculpture reflects Murano's rich tradition and legacy in the creation of artistic glass
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
20th Century Sculptural Murano Glass Face on Bronze Base
Located in Southall, GB
A unique 20th Century Sculptural Murano glass head On Bronze Base.
The shape is unusual
Category
20th Century Italian Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Ercole Barovier Murano glass 'Eugenio" circa 1951 face tricolor vase.
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible and rare Ercole Barovier Murano glass "Eugenio" circa 1951 in pulegous green with
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
20th Century Black-Blue Italian Single Murano Glass Face, Vintage Décor
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
colored Murano glass, in good condition. The detailed slightly smoked décor piece represents a women. Wear
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Ermanno Nason Italian Murano Cubist Modern Face Glass Sculpture Signed 1970's
By Ermanno Nason
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A playful Italian Murano glass sculpture depicting a cubist modern face by Ermanno Nason. Signed on
Category
Vintage 1970s Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
H 11.5 in W 8 in D 2.5 in
Sculptural Mazzega Table Lamp Carlo Nason 1960s Murano Glass Faces
By Carlo Nason
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Large mirror in Italian Baroque style 1940 in wood with half silver leaf.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Luigi Mellara Picasso Homage Italian Green Blu Murano Glass Face Vase Sculpture
By Luigi Mellara, (after) Pablo Picasso
Located in New York, NY
decorated as a Picassian face in blown Murano glass, worked with colored glass threads in relief in orange
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
H 20.25 in W 11 in D 9.25 in
Loredano Rosin Glass Sculpture 'Two Faces'
By Loredano Rosin
Located in San Francisco, CA
This Loredano rosin glass sculpture called “2 Faces” was made circa 1984. Made of clear Murano
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano CANNE a FACE Bottle / Decanter Attributed to Fulvio Bianconi
By Fulvio Bianconi
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
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Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Pino Signoretto Blown Glass Vase Faces Visi Murano Venice, Italy Sp2028
By Pino Signoretto
Located in Udine, IT
Incredible glass vase
with faces
Pino Signoretto signed
Blown glass
Vetreria Signoretto
Murano
Category
20th Century Italian Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
H 14.18 in W 10.24 in D 5.91 in
Pino Signoretto Blown Glass Dish Faces Visi Volti Murano Venezia, Italy Sp202
By Pino Signoretto
Located in Udine, IT
Wonderful glass dish with faces
Blown glass
Vetreria Signoretto
Murano - Venice
Made in Italy
Category
20th Century Italian Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
Unique Murano Glass Sculpture, Dino Rosin, Face of Jesus, 20th Century, Venice
By Dino Rosin
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
What. A. Piece. Of. Art. This Murano glass sculpture is just stunning. The head of Jesus is made
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Baroque Religious Items
Materials
Murano Glass, Wood
H 22.45 in W 15.36 in D 13 in
Loredano Rosin Glass Sculpture 'Two Faces'
By Loredano Rosin
Located in New Haven, CT
This Loredano rosin glass sculpture called “2 Faces” was made circa 1984.
Made of clear Murano
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Signed Vetreria Murano Face Glass Vase, Vessel Sculpture Blues, Greens
By Vetreria Artistica Barovier & C.
Located in North Miami, FL
This arresting and beautiful vintage Vetreria Murano tall vase, vessel and glass sculpture is a
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
H 17 in W 6.5 in D 6 in
Dramatic and Fabulous Murano Glass Headress Face
Located in North Miami, FL
An unusual and theatrical Italian glass garbed man's face, in the colors of clear and luscious
Category
20th Century Italian Glass
Materials
Glass
Midcentury Italian Faced Sommerso Green and Yellow Glass Ashtray, 1960s
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Stunning Sommerso Murano ashtray in thick green and yellow glass.
Perfect condition.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage L. De Rai Signed Heavy Murano Art Glass Pitcher with Picasso-Style Face
Located in Atlanta, GA
L. de Rai signed murano art glass pitcher, very heavy and well made piece. Picasso style mask to
Category
20th Century Pitchers
Materials
Art Glass
H 14.75 in W 8 in D 10 in
Large Murano Abstract Face Luxury Picasso Style Art Glass Vase Estate Find
By Murano 5
Located in Montreal, QC
For the lovers of Murano, an alluring abstract Picasso style face design art glass vase. Colored
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
H 9.75 in W 7.75 in D 4 in
Modernist Murano Blown Art Glass 3D Abstract Portrait Face Vase, Italy
By Murano 5
Located in Montreal, QC
Stunning Murano abstract portrait face vase blown art glass in 3D, highly decorative and splendidly
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Formia 1980s Modern Italian Colored Murano Glass Woman Head Sculpture
By Formia Murano
Located in New York, NY
. The crystal clear face in blown Murano glass is worked with diffused amber and aquamarine blue tints
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Organic Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Signed Mario Badioli Picasso's Face Big Vase in Murano Glass, 1990s
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
Mario Badioli Picasso's Face Vase in Murano Glass for Vetreria Artistica Badioli, 1990s
Discover a
Category
1990s Italian Post-Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Loredano Rosin Murano Glass, Sculpture, "the Face" Head, Signed
By Loredano Rosin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nice Murano glass work in this master glass artist. Signed in the glass base.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Red Murano Glass Abstract Face Table Lamp, Celebration of Picasso, Italy 1980s
By (after) Pablo Picasso
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a gorgeous multi-colored Murano Art Glass table lamp, designed in
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 19.69 in Dm 11.82 in
Cesare Toso 1970s Pair of Abstract Red and Amber Murano Art Glass Round Faces
By Cesare Toso
Located in New York, NY
These fun Picasso style Italian decorative faces in Murano Art glass present high quality of Design
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass, Art Glass, Cut Glass
H 12 in W 10.5 in D 4 in
Murano, Venice, Italy. Unique art glass sculpture with a female face.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Murano, Venice, Italy. Unique art glass sculpture with a female face.
Mouth-blown glass
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Abstract Murano Glass Face Vase Signed Mario Badioli, circa 1980
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very large and stylish vintage Italian, Murano Mario Badioli Sommerso glass vase inspired by
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Vases
Murano glass chandelier from the 70s of the 900s
Located in Catania, IT
techniques abroad.
The most significant crisis that Murano Glass had to face was in the fifteenth century
Category
Vintage 1970s European Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Vintage Red White Painted Face Italian Art Glass Santa Paperweight Figure
By Galliano Ferro, Fornasa De Murano A L'Insegna Del Moreto
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown red, white and gold flecks Italian art glass Santa Claus
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Gold Leaf
Ansolo Fuga Murano Changing Mood Faces Italian Art Glass Drinking Cups
By Jean Cocteau, Ansolo Fuga
Located in Kissimmee, FL
applied eyes and mouth art glass "changing mood" faces drinking glasses. Documented to designer Ansolo
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Large Murano Multi Sommerso Art Glass Two Face Vase
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Montreal, QC
Striking unique two face design multi Sommerso world class art glass vase; high quality with
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Luigi Benzoni Murano Glass and Gold Face Sculpture, Signed
By Luigi Benzoni
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazing Murano glass and gold face sculpture. By the well known Italian (Venice) artist Luigi
Category
Early 2000s Italian Post-Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Murano Artist Signed Two Face Art Glass Sculpture Tribute to Picasso
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Montreal, QC
Murano Art glass two faces sculpture made in celebration to Picasso. The Hand crafted multi colored
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Large Picasso Style Murano Abstract Face Luxury Art Glass Vase Estate Find
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Montreal, QC
For the lovers of Murano, an alluring abstract Picasso style face design Art Glass Vase. Colorless
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Anzolo Fuga Murano Grotesque Enamel Four Face Italian Art Glass Cups Set
By Jean Cocteau, Ansolo Fuga
Located in Kissimmee, FL
dark green Italian art glass drinking glasses with enamel and gold gilt "Grotesque" changing male faces
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Enamel, Gold Leaf
Anzolo Fuga Murano Grotesque Enamel Four Face Italian Art Glass Cups Set
By Jean Cocteau, Ansolo Fuga
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Free shipping worldwide! See details below description.
Very rare set of six Murano hand blown
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Enamel, Gold Leaf
Mammoth Art Glass Celebration to Picasso Murano Abstract Face Sculpture
By Murano 5
Located in Montreal, QC
Manifique! For the lovers of Murano, art glass abstract face sculpture. The colors can appear to be
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
H 16.5 in W 7.88 in D 2.37 in
Large Murano Multicolored Abstract Picasso Face Art Glass Vase
By Murano 5
Located in Montreal, QC
For the lovers of Murano abstract glass this is a world class piece of art abstract glass at its
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Fabulous Multi Sommerso Art Glass Abstract Face Vase
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Montreal, QC
Striking abstract Art Glass face design Nulti Sommerso vase; amazing reflecting colors including
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Vases
Celebration to Picasso Large Murano Art Glass Abstract Face Vase Mario, Italy
By Murano 5
Located in Montreal, QC
Spectacular Murano Art glass face Sculpture vase made in celebration to Picasso. The handcrafted
Category
1990s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Modernist Murano Blown Art Glass 3D Abstract Portrait Face Vase, Italy
By Murano 5
Located in Montreal, QC
Stunning Murano abstract portrait face vase blown art glass in 3D, highly decorative and splendidly
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Vintage Large Multi Sommerso a Canne Art Glass Face Vase Estate Find
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Montreal, QC
the clear glass, distinctive face design with outer murrine facial features and flamboyant design
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Tribute to Picasso Abstract Antonio Art Glass Face Vase
By Murano 5
Located in Montreal, QC
Murano art glass abstract face vase Antonio tribute to Picasso. An amazing display of multicolored
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Celebration to Picasso Art Glass Abstract Face Medusa Vase Italy Estate Find
By Murano 5
Located in Montreal, QC
Spectacular large Murano art glass medusa abstract face sculpture vase made in Celebration to
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Murano Vintage Red White Painted Face Italian Art Glass Santa Paperweight Figure
By Galliano Ferro, Fornasa De Murano A L'Insegna Del Moreto
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown red, white and gold flecks Italian art glass Santa Claus
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Gold Leaf
Reserved for Joey - Murano Clown Face Italian Art Glass Decanter
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Reserved for Joey
Cute and unusual Murano hand blown blue Italian art glass decanter with clown
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Glass, Murano Glass
Seguso 'Two Faces of the Moon' Murano Glass Sculpture, Signed
By Livio Seguso
Located in Astoria, NY
An Italian abstract sculpture in Murano glass, produced circa 1960s by Livio Seguso, depicting two
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Fratelli Toso Murano Midcentury Orange Clown Face Italian Art Glass Decanter
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Cute and unusual Murano hand blown orange Italian art glass decanter with clown face. Documented to
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass
Fratelli Toso Murano Cranberry Yellow Clown Face Italian Art Glass Decanter
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Cute and unusual Murano handblown golden yellow, with applied orange and white Italian art glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass
Fratelli Toso Murano Midcentury Green Clown Face Italian Art Glass Decanter
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Cute and unusual Murano hand blown Italian art glass decanter, with green and white clown face
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Fratelli Toso Murano Cranberry Pink Clown Face Italian Art Glass Decanter
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Cute and unusual Murano hand blown Italian art glass cranberry pink decanter, with applied red and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass
Fratelli Toso Murano Yellow Orange Face Italian Art Glass Midcentury Decanter
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Cute and rare, vintage Murano hand blown yellow orange Italian art glass clown face decanter
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Fratelli Toso Murano Midcentury Pink Red Face Italian Art Glass Decanter
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Cute and rare, vintage Murano hand blown Italian art glass clown face decanter in pink, with red
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Fratelli Toso Murano Cranberry Pink Clown Face Italian Art Glass Decanter
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Free shipping worldwide! See details below description.
Cute and unusual Murano handblown
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Big "Sun" Face Wall Sconces Lamp in Murano Glass, Italy, 1980s
Located in Rome, IT
Big wall "Sun" face sconces lamp in colored Murano glass, Italy, 1980s.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Iron
Fratelli Toso Murano Midcentury Pink Red Clown Face Italian Art Glass Decanter
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Cute and rare Murano hand blown Italian art glass clown face decanter in pink, with red accents
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of murano face glass on 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, art glass and murano glass. Your living room may not be complete without a piece of murano face glass — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each item from our selection of murano face glass bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular. Murano, Fratelli Toso and Ansolo Fuga each produced at least one beautiful choice in our collection of murano face glass that is worth considering.
How Much is a Murano Face Glass?
A piece of murano face glass can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $773, while the lowest priced sells for $395 and the highest can go for as much as $6,000.
Questions About Murano Face 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- How much is Murano glass worth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021How much Murano glass is worth depends on the size as well as on other factors. New Murano glass necklaces may cost up to $35 depending on the number of beads — a vintage Murano glass necklace may garner considerably more money — whereas a vase made of Murano glass can cost a few thousand dollars. Antique Murano art glass can fetch thousands of dollars at auction depending on the brand, the history of the piece, the technique used to design the piece and more. Find a collection of antique and vintage Murano glass jewelry and decorative objects 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 ExpertAugust 29, 2024To 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 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.
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The brilliantly simple design turns a modest bouquet into a major statement.
He Wrote ‘Oedipus Rex,’ but Do You Know What He Looked Like?
The Greek tragedian is said to have been handsome in his day.
Cigar Culture Was Once the Peak of Masculinity. Now, It’s a Compelling Curiosity
Even for those who don’t indulge, elegant smoking accessories and audacious art portraying cigar enthusiasts hold a nostalgic allure.
African Travel Plans on Hold? This Ardmore Leopard Vase Brings the Beauty of the Savanna to You
It’s an excellent example of the sought-after ceramics coming out of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.
With a High-Tech Flagship and Cool Collabs, Lladró Is Breaking the Mold for Porcelain Production
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
Zoë Powell’s Magnolia 05 Vessel Is Handmade from Clay She Unearthed Herself
The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.
8 Ways to Breathe New Life into a Space with Plants
The pair behind the Instagram account @houseplantclub share their tips for making any room of the house gloriously green.
Paris Gallerist Sandy Toupenet Gets Fired Up over 20th-Century Ceramics and Inventive New Makers
Her space on the city’s Left Bank mixes mid-century pieces by the likes of Jean Cocteau and Pablo Picasso with whimsical contemporary creations.