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Murano Gold Glass 8-Arm Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Modern Murano gold glass 8-arm chandelier. The chandelier has been professionally rewired, comes
Category

Early 2000s Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Round Pair of Chandelier Brass Murano Gold Glass Yellow Mazzega Design 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Round pair of chandelier brass Murano gold glass yellow Mazzega design, 1970s. 3 light bulbs E27
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Large Murano Gold Glass Tazza
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Beautiful large Murano gold flecked Tazza. Approximately 16.25 inches in diameter and 13.75 inches
Category

20th Century Italian Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Large Murano Gold Glass Tazza
Large Murano Gold Glass Tazza
H 13.75 in Dm 16.25 in
Murano Gold Glass "Rostrate" Vase
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Hand-blown, mid-century style, gold glass vase with spike design in the manner of Barovier, Italy.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Gold Glass "Rostrate" Vase
Murano Gold Glass "Rostrate" Vase
H 12 in W 12 in D 8 in
Candle holder Murano gold glass set , Italy
By Seguso
Located in La xara, VC
Superb set of Candle holder murano in gold finish , this hand made . rare to find two size ! 21
Category

1990s Italian Post-Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Murano Glass

Candle holder Murano gold glass set , Italy
Candle holder Murano gold glass set , Italy
H 11.42 in W 2.37 in D 2.37 in
Candle holder Murano gold glass set , Italy
By Seguso
Located in La xara, VC
Superb set of Candle holder murano in gold finish , this hand made . rare to find two size ! 21
Category

1990s Italian Post-Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Murano Glass

Candle holder Murano gold glass set , Italy
Candle holder Murano gold glass set , Italy
H 8.67 in W 2.37 in D 2.37 in
Artisan Handmade Murano Gold Glass Disc Pendant Iconic Modern Contemporary Italy
By Giovanni Dalla Fina Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
Artisan Handmade Murano Gold Glass Disc Pendant Iconic Modern Contemporary Italy. Imagine a
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Gold Leaf

Pair of Murano Gold Glass Leaf Mirrors
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of modern Murano gold leaf glass and brass mirrors. Circa 2000. A favorite of top designers
Category

Early 2000s Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Murano gold glass center table Barrovier, italy 1960s
By Barovier
Located in La xara, VC
is labeled with origin and guarantee its antiquity With our Murano glass and gold leaf centerpiece
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Crystal, Gold

Pair of Murano Gold Glass Torchere Table Lamps
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of Murano art glass torchere mantel or table lamps. Italian hand blown yellow colored shades
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Murano Gold Glass Bell Shaped Chandelier or Pendant
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Murano Italian bell shape gold amber colored hand blown glass pendant ceiling light. The glass has
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Seguso Floor Lamp Murano Gold Glass Brass 1950 Italy
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Milano, IT
Seguso Floor Lamp.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Other Floor Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Gold Glass and Brass Wall Light and Sconces, 1990
Located in Rome, IT
Majestic leaf in Murano glass of a wonderful gold color, made even more beautiful by the polished
Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Chandelier 8 arms blown artistic Murano gold Glass Capriccio by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Capriccio chandelier, 8 lights, in gold artistic glass, with curly ornamental elements by
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Gold Glass Leaf Mid-Century Wall Light and Sconces, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
Sixteen beautiful leaves in classic gold-colored Murano glass. Rich design for a truly beautiful
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Barovier and Toso Pair of Murano Appliques gold Glass Brass 1950 italy
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Milano, IT
Coppia di Applique Barovier e Toso vetro di Murano 1950
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Vintage 1950s Other Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Murano Glass

Elegant Italian Murano Gold Glass and Brass Chandelier by Barovier & Torso
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Antwerp, BE
Elegant and charming exquisite hand blown Murano glass Barovier & Torso chandelier with gold
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Luxury Rezzonico Chandelier 12 Arms in Murano Gold Glass by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
This rezzonico chandelier 9 lights in golden leaf Murano glass rich of details by Multiforme is
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2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Italian Modern Handblown Murano Gold Glass 6 Arm, "Stellare" Chandelier, Seguso
By Seguso
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Mid-Century Murano Modern Handblown Gold Glass 6 Arm, "Stellare" Chandelier (SEGUSO)
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Murano Vintage Avem Gold, Red, Orange, Green Patchwork Glass Scalloped Bowl
By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM)
Located in North Miami, FL
This stunning vintage Italian murano gold glass bowl is by Avem and has random sommerso patchwork
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Gold

Ercole Barovier & Toso Mid Century Italian Murano Gold & Glass Table Lamp! 1950s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Peoria, AZ
BAROVIER & TOSO MURANO ITALIAN GLASS LAMP MAGNIFICENT! FLOATING GOLD INCLUSION GLASS! SIGNED
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Gold

Gold Murano Ruffle Lamps
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of modern Murano gold glass and brass "ruffle" lamps. Perfect for today's transitional designs!
Category

Early 2000s Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Yellow Bowl, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern murano glass yellow bowl, 1970s Irregular shaped yellow bowl in Murano
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Metal

Murano Gold 8 Arm Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Modern Murano gold glass 8-arm chandelier. Circa 2000. The chandelier has been professionally re
Category

Early 2000s Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

1950s Italian Murano Bright Rose Pink Gold Art Glass Serving Set
By Murano 5
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Eye-catching bright fuchsia pink striped set of Venetian Murano mouthblown art glass serveware
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Gold 8-Light Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Modern Murano gold glass 8-light chandelier. Circa 2000. The chandelier has been professionally
Category

Early 2000s Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Murano Glass, Clear Gold and Color, 1970s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Vienna, AT
Italian handcrafted chalice in clear, gold, red and blue glass. The stem is cutted and decorated
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass, Clear Gold and Color, 1970s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Vienna, AT
Italian handcrafted chalice in clear, gold, white and blue glass. The stem is cutted and decorated
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass, Clear Gold and Color, 1970s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Vienna, AT
Italian handcrafted chalice in clear, gold, amber and red glass. The stem is cutted and decorated
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Blue Chalice with Murano Glass and 24-Carat Gold, 1980s, Italy
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
Italian blue chalice with Murano glass and 24-carat gold, 1980s. This elegant Venetian chalice was
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Gold

Pair of Green and Gold Cornucopia Murano Glass Cups Italy 1960s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
Rare and marvelous pair of green and gold Cornucopia Murano glass cups, Italy, 1960s. These
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Gold

Elegant Pair of Murano Glass Catch-Alls in Shell Shape with Gold Detailing, 1970
By Formia Murano
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
This exceptional pair of Murano glass catch-alls, crafted by the prestigious Formia, beautifully
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Gold, Gold Leaf

Italian Handcrafted Chalice in Blown Murano Glass Clear Color and Gold, 1990s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
Italian handcrafted chalice in blown Murano glass clear color and gold, 1980s This elegant chalice
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Gold

Murano Gold decorated Glass Ice Bucket signed Italy
By Ars Murano
Located in Den Haag, NL
Beautiful Amber color Glass Wine cooler .Decorated with Porcelain Flowers , And Hand painted 24
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair of Cornucopia Goblet in Blown Murano Glass with Gold Finishes, 1960s, Italy
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
Pair of cornucopia goblet in blown Murano glass with gold finishes, 1960s, Italy This unique pair
Category

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Gold

Murano Glass Gold Leaf Wall Light by Lumini Collections
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
This stunning sconce is composed of a large set of Murano gold glass leaves positioned all around a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and...

Materials

Metal

Clear Murano Glass Bottle with 24-Carat Handcrafted Decorated Gold 1980s, Venice
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
Clear Murano glass bottle with 24-Carat handcrafted decorated gold 1980s Venice This artistical
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Gold

Pink and White Vintage Centerpiece in Blown Murano Glass and 24kt Gold, 1950s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
Pink and white Vintage centerpiece in blown Murano glass and 24kt gold, 1950s. This unique
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Gold

Mid-century Murano Weighted Cased Art Glass Gold Flaked Ribboned Bowl
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Van Nuys, CA
The Mid-Century Murano Gold Glass Bowl Attributed to Archimede Saguso is a stunning example of
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass

Rezzonico Gold Chandelier in Murano Glass 1980s Italy
By Giovanni Dalla Fina Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
Dolphin Rezzonico Chandelier in Murano Gold Glass 1980s Italy. Rezzonico Murano glass chandelier
Category

20th Century Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Gold

Midcentury Murano Oval Gold Art Glass and Brass Italian Wall Mirror, 2000
Located in Rome, IT
Stunning mirror in blazing gold color Murano glass, Venice. A mirror that alone will furnish your
Category

Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Monumental Colizza Gold Murano Glass Vase
By Colizza
Located in Dronten, NL
Very large and heavy iridescent glass vase with subtle gold foil inclusions signed Colizza
Category

Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Gold

Antique Venetian Murano Green Gold Leaf Italian Art Glass Shell Goblet Holder
By Salviati, Compagnia Di Venezia E Murano (C.V.M.)
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful, antique, early Venetian / Murano hand blown green and gold flecks Italian art glass
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Late Victorian Glass

Materials

Gold Leaf

Barbini Murano Purple Amethyst Gold Flecks Handle Italian Art Glass Pitcher Vase
By Alfredo Barbini, Weil Ceramics and Glass
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown amethyst purple and gold flecks Italian art glass pitcher shape
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Gold Leaf

Murano Alfa & Omega Crystal Drinking Glasses set of 10 Luxury Barware 24 Kt Gold
By ICET Murano
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Murano Alfa & Omega Crystal Drinking Glasses set of 10 Luxury Barware 24 Kt Gold. Gold leaf crystal
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Barware

Materials

Art Glass

Ruby Red Bowl with 24-Carat Gold Finishes in Blown Murano Glass, 1990s, Italy
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
Ruby red bowl with 24-carat gold finishes in blown Murano glass, 1990s, Italy This beautiful bowl
Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Serving Bowls

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Cut Glass, Art Glass, Glass

Murano Cobalt Blue 24carat Gold Set.
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Nantwich, GB
carat gold. Add a touch of timeless elegance with this exquisite vintage hand blown Murano glass set, a
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Mid-20th Century Italian Other Tea Sets

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Barbini Murano Aqua Blue Gold Fleck Handle Italian Art Glass Pitcher Flower Vase
By Alfredo Barbini, Weil Ceramics and Glass
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown aqua blue and gold flecks Italian art glass pitcher shape
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Gold Leaf

Italian Murano Gold Art Glass Bowl
Located in New York, NY
A substantial Italian Murano gold and clear art glass bowl, Midcentury Modern period, Italy, circa
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Italian Murano Gold Art Glass Bowl
Italian Murano Gold Art Glass Bowl
H 2.38 in W 6.5 in D 5 in
Midcentury Murano Oval Gold Art Glass and Brass Italian Wall Mirror, 2020
Located in Rome, IT
Stunning mirror in blazing gold color Murano glass, Venice. A mirror that alone will furnish your
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Gold Italian Murano Midcentury 6 Arm Neoclassical Style Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A midcentury hand blown Murano chandelier in semi-opaque hand blown Murano gold glass in an elegant
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

1950 Seguso Murano Glass Gold Big Centerpiece Bowl
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Brescia, IT
Big Murano Glass Bowl Seguso Venezia, 1950 Blown glass with Gold Leaf Peso: 7.5 kg
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Gold Pear Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Charming gold speckled Murano glass pear paperweight. Striking design of controlled bubbles
Category

20th Century Italian Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

1960's Venetian Italian Murano Art Glass Gold Figural Fruit Apple Sculpture
By Alfredo Barbini, Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in San Diego, CA
Exquisite Venetian Murano Italian art glass gold fleck hand blown figural apple sculpture. Great
Category

Mid-20th Century Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Calla Lily Stem Glass in Clear Murano Glass and Gold Italy 21st Century
Located in Villaverla, IT
Calla Lily Stem Glass in Clear Murano Glass and Gold Italy 21st Century Entirely handmade in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Gold

Murano Glass "Gold Dust Flakes" Ashtray Murano with Pestle
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Cira 1970, made in Italy. We offer this beautiful Murano Glass with Pestle "with many Gold Dust
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Avventurina Glass Champagne Bucket
Located in Austin, TX
Murano. Avventurina: Clear glass with 23-karat gold flecks, creating a shimmery, metallic look. The
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20th Century Italian Glass

Materials

Gold

Set of Five Glasses in Murano Glass and Pure Gold from the 1980s
Located in Milano, MI
Set of 5 multicolored Murano glass glasses and gold gilding, made in the 1980s. The gilding has
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Gold

Contemporary Set of 12 Spotted Murano Glass Tumblers with Gold Leaf
Located in Toronto, ON
history of Murano glass. Their artisanal quality, combined with the elegance of gold leaf, makes them a
Category

2010s Italian Glass

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Midcentury Murano Glass Lidded Vessel with Gold Inclusions
Located in Troy, MI
Midcentury Murano glass tall lidded vessel in clear glass embellished with gold inclusions. Unknown
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

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Murano Gold Glasses For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of murano gold glasses available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct murano gold glasses — often made from glass, murano glass and metal — can elevate any home. We have 3370 antique and vintage murano gold glasses in-stock, while there are 428 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of murano gold glasses available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Murano gold glasses bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many murano gold glasses are appealing in their simplicity, but Barovier&Toso, Alfredo Barbini and Archimede Seguso produced popular murano gold glasses that are worth a look.

How Much are Murano Gold Glasses?

Prices for murano gold glasses can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, murano gold glasses begin at $15 and can go as high as $137,364, while the average can fetch as much as $2,249.
Questions About Murano Gold Glasses
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Murano 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 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 ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    How 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, 2022
    Murano 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 ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Murano 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, 2022
    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. 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, 2024
    Murano 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Although 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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. Find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Whether 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, 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 ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    It 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, 2022
    Murano 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, 2021
    There 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2022
    Yes, 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, 2023
    To 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, 2022
    All 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.