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Italian Murano Seguso Large Sculptural Glass Bowl with Gold Aventurine
By Archimede Seguso
Located in North Miami, FL
This beautiful folded Italian Murano Seguso cased folded glass bowl is large and Mid-Century Modern
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
Modern Blue Murano Glass Fold Mirror
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful cobalt blue Murano glass fold mirror. Fabulous vibrant color! Stunning!
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Murano Glass Fontana Green Fold Mirror
Located in Dallas, TX
Fabulous fontana green Murano glass fold mirror. Beautiful glistening glass with brass accents
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Signed Decorative Folded Art Glass Bowl by AVeM Italy, 1950
By Murano 5
Located in South Charleston, WV
Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.Ve,M.)
Italy, 1950s
Murano glass
Measures: 6.5 diameter x 2.5" tall
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass
Large Mid 20th Century Murano White Pink Gold Folded Bowl
By Serenella Arte Murano
Located in Charleston, SC
Here we have a large white cased double folded murano bowl splattered with pinks and lots of
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Fold Teal
Located in Dallas, TX
Modern Murano electric teal fold mirror. Circa 2000. Perfect for todays eclectic design! 32W x 47H
Category
Early 2000s Wall Mirrors
Materials
Blown Glass
Archimede Seguso Murano Opal Pink Alabastro Glass Folded Bowl / Ashtray
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Barcelona, ES
Funny hand blown Murano pink and opalescent white glass triangle bowl with folded rim. Attributed
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass, Opaline Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
H 1.78 in W 4.34 in D 4.34 in
Murano Teal "Fold" Mirror
Located in Dallas, TX
Modern Murano glass and brass "fold" mirror in teal blue. Perfect for today's transitional designs!
Category
Early 2000s Wall Mirrors
Materials
Blown Glass, Mirror
Mid-20th Century Modern Blueish Murano Glass 'Fazzoletto' Vase with Folds, Italy
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-20th century Modern blueish Murano glass 'fazzoletto' vase with folds, Italy
By: unknown
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass, Art Glass
Mid-20th Century Modern Orange Murano Glass 'Fazzoletto' Vase with Folds, Italy
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-20th century Modern flowered orange Murano glass 'fazzoletto' vase with folds, Italy
By
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass, Art Glass
Barbini Murano Black Orange Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Folded Rim Bowl
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown black over persimmon orange and gold flecks Italian art glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 2.75 in W 7.5 in D 6.5 in
Contemporary Pair of Brass and Green Folded Leaf Murano Glass Sconces, Italy
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Pair of set of 2 brass and green folded leaf Murano glass, wall lights lightning pannel lamps
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
H 23.23 in W 9.45 in D 5.52 in
Contemporary Pair of Brass and Cola Folded Leaf Murano Glass Sconces, Italy
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Pair of set of 2 brass and brown cola folded leaf pressed Murano glass, wall lights lightning
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
H 23.23 in W 9.06 in D 5.52 in
1960s Carlo Nason for Mazzega Brass and Murano Glass Hanging Light Chandelier
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in London, GB
Mazzega. A single piece of heavy and thick Murano glass is folded over a polished brass horizontal
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 11.82 in
Folded Tinted Glass Sheet Suspensions
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Charming small suspensions made of a central brass rod and four sheet of glass folded like an
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Seguso Murano White Deep Pink Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Folded Rim Bowl Dish
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Archimede Seguso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown white over deep pink, and gold flecks Italian art glass squared
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 2 in W 4.25 in D 4.25 in
Hand Blown Fazzoletto Murano Style Folded Blue Vase
Located in Pasadena, TX
Hand blown Italian "fazzoletto" or "handkerchief" style folded blue vase. Murano style glass
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Brass and Murano Glass Large modernist Wall Sconces
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
panels of Murano glass and a globe incasing the source of light
Category
2010s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Murano Glass Mid-Century Italian Chandelier
Located in London, GB
A good quality mid-20th century brass and glass wall lights.
Italy, c1960s.
Thick folded
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Murano Glass Bowl, Decorative Centerpiece by Archimede Seguso, Italy 1960s
By Maurice Marinot, Archimede Seguso, Carlo Scarpa
Located in ROUEN, FR
Murano glass bowl with folded edge.
Made by Archimede Seguso and Seguso Factory, Italy, 1960s. Unsigned
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
H 2.76 in W 6.7 in D 7.09 in
Pink Tones Murano Glass Chandelier with Brass Structure and Led Lights, 1990s
Located in Florence, IT
Pink Tones Murano Glass Chandelier with 3 Led Strips Lights and Brass Structure.
The folding Murano
Category
1990s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
H 47.25 in W 63 in D 8.67 in
Vintage Mid-Century Blue & Clear Biomorphic Murano Glass Bowl, Dish or Ashtray
By Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
clear Murano glass bowl, serving dish or ashtray with folded rims. Original Murano Glass sticker is
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Murano Glass
H 2.37 in W 5.44 in D 5.44 in
Textured and Tinted Murano Wall Sconces
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Wall sconces made of a single Murano glass piece folded into a square shape, slightly ambered
Category
2010s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Folded Golf Leaf Murano Bowl attributed to Barovier e Toso
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Asheville, NC
A very well done Murano glass bowl with heavy gold leaf and white murrine pieces throughout. A
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Gold
Modern Golden Italian Murano Art Glass Bowl
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Murano glass bowl with folded rims, circa 1960s.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Other Decorative Bowls
Materials
Murano Glass
Fabulous Italian Murano Seguso Glass Folded Bowl
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in North Miami, FL
This rare and unusual folded Murano Seguso Italian folded and crackled glass bowl is stunning. The
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
1970s Folded Murano Glass Orange Bowl
Located in Florence, Tuscany
Wonderful deep orange folded glass bowl, hand-blown in Murano, Venice in the 1970s. Excellent
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Glass
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Glass
Special Italian Seguso Murano Glass Folded Bowl/Centerpiece
By Archimede Seguso
Located in North Miami, FL
the glass.... italian Murano as is.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Italian Murano Glass Orange and Silver Foil Folded Bowl/SALE
Located in North Miami, FL
the folded sides of the bowl. Great for serving or as a accent splash of great color for your cocktail
Category
20th Century Italian Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Fabulous Rare Italian Folded Pulegoso Murano Seguso Glass Bowl
Located in North Miami, FL
This wonderful abstract piece of Murano glass looks like a painting of abstract lines and figures
Category
20th Century Italian Serving Bowls
Materials
Murano Glass
Stunning Barovier e Toso Murano Italian Folded Murrine Glass Bowl
By Barovier&Toso
Located in North Miami, FL
Italian Barovier e Toso Murano glass eye murine gold aventurine and amber /orange/brow glass bowl is a
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Platters and Serveware
Materials
Murano Glass
Large 1950's Barovier e Toso Lavender Murano Glass Bowl with Folded Rim
By Barovier&Toso
Located in North Miami, FL
Gorgeous 1950's Barovier e Toso shallow bowl with folded rim, executed in pale lavender Murano
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Seguso Folded Glass Dish
Located in North Miami, FL
Folded murano glass dish in orange, clear, and brown with a vein design.
Category
20th Century Italian Glass
italian Murano Barovier et Toso Glass Gold Aventurine Bowl
By Barovier&Toso
Located in North Miami, FL
This lovely and rich looking piece of Italian Murano Barovier & Toso folded glass bowl has a
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Murano Glass
Barovier Toso Murano Gold Flecks Swirls Art Glass Bowl with Folded Rim
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Barcelona, ES
Barovier Toso Murano gold flecked swirls glass bowl, ashtray or vide-poche. Attributed to Barovier
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Gold Leaf
Mazzega Folded Aqua Marine Glass Chandelier With White Strips
Located in New York, NY
Mazzega Folded Aqua Marine Glass Chandelier with White Stripes
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Chandelier with Folded Leaves by Barovier & Toso
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Rome, IT
A beautiful chandelier with leaves all around to cover the circular structure. Very bright, very very delicious. In a beautiful entrance or over a nice dining table, visually unobtru...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Extraordinary Venini Murano Disk Chandelier
By Venini
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautiful and airy yet impressive Venini Murano disk chandelier. Two tone Murano glass chandelier
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Mid-Century Italian Murano Glass Wall Lights
Located in London, GB
A pair of mid-20th century brass and glass wall lights.
Italy, c1960s.
Thick folded murano
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Murano Midcentury Shell Shaped Folded Art Glass Bowl with Inclusions
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stylish vintage midcentury Italian Murano art glass bowl modeled as a large clam like seashell
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
Alfredo Barbini Murano Gray Pink Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Folded Rim Bowl
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown gray over fuchsia pink and gold flecks Italian art glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 2.75 in W 7.25 in D 6.25 in
Italian Murano Venini Optical Glass Bowl
By Venini
Located in North Miami, FL
White on white folded Italian Murano glass optical bowl in circles
Graphic and subtle!!! Great for
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Large Folded Edge Barovier & Toso Murano Bowl
By Barovier&Toso
Located in North Miami, FL
clear Murano glass by Barovier & Toso.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Murano Glass Bowl Attributed to Flavio Poli for Seguso D'arte, circa 1960
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Flavio Poli
Located in Verviers, BE
Italian art glass.
A wonderful Murano glass bowl with folded edges.
Would make a very pretty bathroom
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
XXL Archimede Seguso Murano Opal Pink Alabastro Glass Folded Bowl /Centerpiece
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Barcelona, ES
Massive hand blown Murano Sommerso pink and opalescent white glass flower bowl with folded rim
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Opaline Glass
H 3.35 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Set Murano Glass Bowls with Folded Edges, Color Blue and Yellow
Located in Verviers, BE
A wonderful set Murano glass bowls with folded edges and utilising the Sommerso technique.
Would
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Opalescent White over Red Italian Art Glass Folded Rim Decorative Bowl
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
over red art glass 3 fold rim bowl. Created in the manner of glass master Archimede Seguso. Beautiful
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass
Murano Sommerso Green Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Decorative Folded Rim Bowl
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful Murano handblown Sommerso green and gold flecks Italian art glass bowl. In the manner of
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 2.75 in W 5.75 in D 5.75 in
Murano Sommerso Green Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Decorative Folded Rim Bowl
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso green and gold flecks Italian art glass bowl. In the
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 2.75 in W 5.75 in D 5.75 in
1960s Carlo Nason for Mazzega Brass and Swirled Brown Murano Glass Hanging Light
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in London, GB
Mazzega. A single piece of heavy and thick Murano glass is folded over a polished brass horizontal
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
H 22.45 in W 19.69 in D 12.21 in
Vintage Barovier & Toso Clear Murano Glass Three Light Chandelier
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Troy, MI
tulip-form glass bowls with regular sized sockets. Embellished with Murano glass folded leaves and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Archimede Seguso Silver Flecked Opalescent Pink Purple Murano Glass Bowl
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Barcelona, ES
A highly decorative handblown Murano glass bowl with folded rims in opal pink with shades of purple
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Silver Leaf
H 2.56 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in
Mazzega Blue Opaline Glass Table Lamp by Carlo Nason
By AVMazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Munich, DE
glass quality.
This stunning piece is composed by three folded thick Murano glass leaves, fastened
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Copper, Brass
Pair of Large Mazzega Table Lamps
By AVMazzega
Located in Milan, IT
Stunning pair of Mazzega table lamps.
Each lamp is composed by three folded thick Murano glass
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass Folded Dish with Copper Leafing
Located in Miami, FL
Red/Burgundy folded glass dish with copper leaf swirls.
Category
20th Century Italian Serving Bowls
Materials
Glass
A Murano Glass Folded and Shaped Display Bowl.
Located in New York, NY
The circular, flared glass bowl with red and gilt inclusions, with folded and overlapping glass at
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Serving Bowls
Materials
Glass
Fratelli Toso Opalescent Eye Murine Murano Glass Bowl
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Miami, FL
Lovely folded hand blown Murano glass opalescent bowl with brown eye murine inclusions.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
Murano Glass Bowl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Stylish hand blown Murano white glass folded edge bowl with gold flecked interior c.1950s. This
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass, Glass
Murano Pink & Copper Swirl Folded Console Bowl
Located in Miami, FL
Glass console bowl with scalloped and folded edges with swirled pink and copper pattern.
Category
20th Century Italian Decorative Bowls
Materials
Blown Glass
Pink Murano Glass Folded Bowl
Located in Raleigh, NC
tiny speck seems to be embedded in the glass. Only noticeable upon close inspection.
Note: For
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Glass
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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of murano folded glass you’re looking for. An item from our selection of murano folded glass — often made from glass, murano glass and blown glass — can elevate any home. Find 31 options for an antique or vintage choice in our collection of murano folded glass now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect object in our assortment of murano folded glass — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right option in this array of murano folded glass, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. Barovier&Toso, Alfredo Barbini and Murano each produced at least one beautiful piece of murano folded glass that is worth considering.
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The average selling price for a piece of murano folded glass at 1stDibs is $675, while they’re typically $145 on the low end and $4,800 for the highest priced.
Questions About Murano Folded 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- Is Murano glass in Venice real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024Whether Murano glass in Venice is real or not varies. The island of Murano is close to Venice, so the Italian city is home to many stores that carry authentic Murano glassware. However, some stores may carry lookalikes. As a result, it's important to purchase only pieces from reputable retail stores, dealers and online platforms. Shop a selection of Murano glass 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, 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.
- 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.