Murano Glass Toucan
Romano Donà 1990s Multi-Color Murano Glass Toucan Sculpture Venice Italy
By Romano Donà
Located in Villaverla, IT
Romano Donà 1990s Multi-Color Murano Glass Toucan Sculpture Venice Italy.
Behold a captivating
Category
1990s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Glass
H 11.82 in W 9.85 in D 4.34 in
Pair Of Murano Glass Toucans
By Walter Furlan
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
Pair of rare Murano handblown glass Toucans sculptures.
20"and 19" height 15" and 14"wide depth 5
Category
1980s Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Toucan Sculpture Signed by Licio Zanetti
By Licio Zanetti
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated and whimsical glass Toucan sculpture was realized in Murano, Italy- the island
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Large Italian Murano Sommerso Glass Bird Toucan Sculpture by Romano Dana, 1970's
By Romano Donà
Located in Vilnius, LT
Murano glass. Very massive and thick glass is in clear, blue,yellow colors glass combination.
Weight: 14
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass, Sommerso
H 13.39 in W 16.54 in D 5.91 in
Vintage Murano Glass Figure of a Toucan
By Salviati, Barovier, Barbini, Seguso, Venini
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Murano glass figure of a Toucan.
Gorgeous 20th century hand blown Murano glass figure of a
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Exquisite Signed Murano Handblown Glass Toucan Sculpture
By Licio Zanetti
Located in Surfside, FL
hand blown Murano glass. The base is Hand signed with the signature "L Zanetti".
Licio Zanetti is from
Category
20th Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
Exquisite Signed Murano Handblown Glass Toucan Sculpture
By Licio Zanetti
Located in Surfside, FL
hand blown Murano glass. The base is Hand signed with the signature "L Zanetti".
Licio Zanetti is from
Category
20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
Luciano Gaspari Salviati Signed Murano Sommerso Italian Art Glass Toucan Bird
By Luciano Gaspari, Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful and rare, vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso purple to blue Italian art glass toucan
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
H 9.5 in W 3 in D 6.73 in
Eleven Inch Blown Glass Toucan by Färe-Marcolin - CLOSING SALE
By Marcolin Art Crystal
Located in Warrenton, OR
Large Blown Glass Toucan by Färe-Marcolin - CLOSING SALE
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Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Crystal
Sculpture of a Toucan Designed by Livio Seguso ca. 1960s
By Livio Seguso, Archimede Seguso
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A heavy sculpture of a toucan in orange and clear glass. Designed by glass sculptor Livio Seguso ca
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
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Alfredo Barbini Signed Murano Toucan Bird with Sommerso
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Amazing signed toucan by Alfredo Barbini.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
Stunning Pair of Archimede Seguso Murano Glass Green Toucans
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Mount Penn, PA
A stunning pair of Archimede Seguso Murano glass green toucans or birds with gold fleck beaks and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Amazing Pair of Murano Glass Archimede Seguso Green & White Latticino Toucans
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Mount Penn, PA
An amazing pair of Murano glass Archimede Seguso green and white latticino Toucans or birds with
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Midcentury Murano Sculpture of a Toucan in the Style of Licio Zanetti Late 1970s
By Licio Zanetti
Located in Halstead, GB
Midcentury Murano sculpture of a toucan, in the style of Licio Zanetti, late 1970s.
The Zanetti
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
H 8.67 in W 6.7 in D 3.55 in
Venetian Murano Glass Toucan
Located in Astoria, NY
Venetian Murano Glass Toucan figurine, the body in black and white spiral blown glass with scarlet
Category
21st Century and Contemporary International Style Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Blue and Gold Flake Murano Glass Toucan Bird
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Blue and gold flake Murano glass toucan.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Murano Glass Toucans or Bird Sculptures
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A humorous pair of Murano handblown glass toucans. Executed in shades of smokey colored brown glass
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Seguso Glass Toucan
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in New York, NY
Fantastic gem colored Murano glass Toucan with gold dust inclusion by Seguso.
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Licio Zanetti Murano Toucan Sculpture
By Licio Zanetti
Located in North Miami, FL
A magnificent handblown Murano glass toucan signed Zanetti L.
The body of the bird is beautifully
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Seguso “Toucan” Murano Glass 1960 Italy
By Seguso
Located in Milano, IT
Seguso Toucan.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Other Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Exquisite Signed Murano Handblown Glass Toucan Sculpture
By Licio Zanetti
Located in Surfside, FL
hand blown Murano glass. The base is Hand signed with the signature "L Zanetti".
Licio Zanetti is from
Category
20th Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
Midcentury Murano Glass Sculpture of Toucans in a Tree
By Licio Zanetti
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Lofty midcentury hand blown Murano glass sculpture of seven toucans in a glass tree each with its
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Exquisite Signed Murano Handblown Glass Toucan Sculpture
By Licio Zanetti
Located in Surfside, FL
hand blown Murano glass. The base is Hand signed with the signature "L Zanetti".
Licio Zanetti is from
Category
20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Carlo Moretti Murano Toucan Unique Piece, 1960s
By Carlo Moretti
Located in Parma, IT
Sculpture unique piece by the master Carlo Moretti, Murano 1960s.
Handmade glass toucan with hot
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano, Italy. Large art glass sculpture of a toucan in clear glass.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Murano, Italy. Large art glass sculpture of a toucan in clear glass with a gold-colored glass beak
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Lico Zanetti Large Size Murano Toucan
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rare Licio Zanetti Murano toucan on brass feet. Signed by the artist.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal
1970s Italian Murano Glass Family of Toucan Birds Sculptures
Located in New York, NY
A fun group of six toucan birds with royal red beaks in mouth blown overlaid Murano glass, the
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Animal Sculptures
Licio Zanetti Large Murano Art glass Toucan Bird Sculpture on brass perch Signed
By Licio Zanetti
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Licio Zanetti Large Murano Art glass Toucan Bird Sculpture on brass perch Signed By the artist on
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
H 21.5 in W 17.5 in D 9.5 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Murano Style Art Glass Toucan Birds
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Amusing pair of hand blown glass tocans in the Murano manner sporting tuxedos and showing off their
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Murano Italian Art Glass Sommerso Bodied Toucan Figure
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish Italian Murano art glass figure of a toucan dating from around 1970. The heavily
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
Barovier Toso Murano Signed Italian Art Glass Toucan Bird Sculpture Figurine
By Ercole Barovier, Barovier&Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown gray, black with applied white and amber eyes Italian art glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass, Sommerso, Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
H 5.75 in W 2.25 in D 3.5 in
Vibrant Blue and Yellow Murano Glass Figure of a Toucan
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Montreal, QC
Large vibrant blue and yellow Murano glass figure of a Toucan.
Unsigned.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Murano, Italy. Small art glass sculpture of a toucan in clear glass.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Murano, Italy. Small art glass sculpture of a toucan in clear glass with a gold-colored glass beak
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Murano Pair of Art Glass Toucan Birds in Vibrant Glass
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Pair of Murano toucan figures in vibrant art glass. One bird is 8 inches tall by 7 inches wide by
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Vibrant Murano Toucan Sculpture by Antonio da Ros for Cenedese
By Antonio da Ros
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Signed Murano Cenedese Toucan designed by Antonio da Ros.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Multicolored Murano Toucan, c. 1950
Located in Dallas, TX
Multicolored Murano Toucan, c. 1950.
Category
Vintage 1950s Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
EXQUISITE MURANO MILLEFIORI TOUCAN SCULPTURE
Located in Miami, FL
Wonderful artist signed murano millefiori toucan table sculpture. Exquisite in person!
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Murano Toucans
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of lavender and black Murano Toucans - graphic and whimsical, great color!
Category
Italian Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
Large Yellow and Blue Latticinio Murano Toucan, circa 1950
Located in Dallas, TX
Large yellow and blue Latticinio Murano Toucan, circa 1950.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
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Murano Glass Toucan For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the murano glass toucan you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each murano glass toucan for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, murano glass and blown glass. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect murano glass toucan — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right murano glass toucan, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Hollywood Regency styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one murano glass toucan that is appealing in its simplicity, but Alfredo Barbini, Licio Zanetti and Luciano Gaspari produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Murano Glass Toucan?
Prices for a murano glass toucan start at $550 and top out at $9,900 with the average selling for $2,150.
Questions About Murano Glass Toucan
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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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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.