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Large Seguso Arte Vetro Signed Striped Murano Glass Abstract Sculpture Heavy
By Seguso
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Large Seguso Arte Vetro signed striped Murano Glass abstract sculpture. Very vibrant multi color
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
Large Seguso Viro Vibrant Blue Interior Striped Murano Glass Signed Vase
By Seguso Viro
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Large Seguso Viro vibrant blue interior striped Murano Glass signed Vase. Complicated hand blown
Category
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
Large Seguso Viro Vibrant Blue Interior Striped Murano Glass Signed Vase Smaller
By Seguso Viro
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Large Seguso Viro vibrant blue interior striped Murano Glass signed Vase. This is the shorter
Category
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
H 10 in W 9 in D 9 in
Striped Murano Glass Pumpkin Form Table Lamp with Brass Details
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Striped Murano glass pumpkin form table lamp with brass details. One standard receptacle.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Italian Set of three striped Murano glass sconces in Venini style. Italy 1970s
By Venini
Located in Catania, CT
Venini style. Each sconce features a striped Murano glass, creating a refined interplay of light and
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
H 5.52 in W 9.85 in D 5.12 in
Pair of Striped Murano Glass Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 1940s Italian hand blown striped glass lamps with gilt bases.
Measurements:
Height of
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Vintage 1940s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Barovier Toso Green & Gold Striped Murano Glass Bowl
By Ercole Barovier, Barovier&Toso
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous Murano, Italy glass decorative bowl. Hand blown in the shape of a flower. Featuring
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Gold
1980s Modernist Black Green and Yellow Striped Murano Glass Vase
By Venini
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A black murano glass vase decorated with green, brown and yellow stripes. It's in very good
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Fratelli Toso Striped Murano Glass Table Lamp, circa 1960, Italy.
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Brussels, BE
Beautiful Fratelli Toso table lamp, circa 1960, Italy.
Murano glass with dark blue and pale yellow
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Massimo Vignelli Style Striped Murano Glass Pendant Lamp, Midcentury, Italy
By Venini, Massimo Vignelli
Located in Vienna, AT
Large glass tear-drop pendant light, Italy, probably circa 1960's
Well-sized glass pendant
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1970s Venini style Mid-Century Modern Striped Murano Glass Round Bowl
By Venini
Located in Aci Castello, IT
. This bowl a beautiful and potentially valuable piece. Venini's influence on Murano glass design during
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Murano Glass
Striped Murano Glass Bird Sculpture, Mid Century Murano Glass Art, IT ca. 1970
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Lovely Murano glass bird sculpture from the 1970s in Italy, attributed to Fratelli Toso
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
H 8.86 in W 5.91 in D 3.15 in
1980's Murano Glass and Brass Sconces by Fabbian.
By F. Fabbian
Located in New York, NY
Set of Three Striped Murano Glass and Brass sconces by Fabbian.
The sconces have been Newly rewired
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Donghia Medusa Murano Vintage Glass Lamp
By Donghia
Located in Woodbury, NY
Vintage striped Murano glass lamp. Like the Medusa from Ovid's myth, this lamp is a ravishing
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Pink & Gold Leaf Aventurine Mezza Filigrana Murano Glass Vase, Italy, 1950s
By Aureliano Toso, Dino Martens
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pink, clear and gold leaf striped Murano glass vase, Aventurine and Mezza Filigrana technique. Most
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Franco Luce Murano Glass and Brass Chandelier, Italy, circa 1970s
By Franco Luce
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A beautiful Italian six-light clear / white striped Murano glass and gold - plated brass chandelier
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Italian Vintage Barovier and Tosa Murano Wall Light
Located in Winnetka, IL
This is a beautiful striped Murano glass leaf motif wall light probably from 1940s with a brass
Category
Vintage 1940s Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair Formia Murano Glass Signed Vibrant Striped Fish Sculptures
By Formia Murano
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Pair Formia Murano glass signed Vibrant striped fish sculptures To brighten up any interior. These
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
Italian Blue Striped Murano Sweet Meat Dish
By Murano 5
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A stunning vintage Italian Murano glass handblown pedestal dish/bowl, with white, blue and yellow
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Art Glass
Murano Style Glass Striped Top Hat for Chilling Wine or Champagne
By Andromeda Murano
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderfully large and decorative top hat of Murano Style Art Glass.
The piece has a
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wine Coolers
Materials
Murano Glass
Large Murano Glass Red and Black Striped Vase
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Troy, MI
Signed Seguso Murano on the underside of base, this circa 1980s tall, heavy glass vase has stripes
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
A collection of eleven pieces. Murano art glass, colorful, striped bonbons.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A collection of eleven pieces. Murano art glass, colorful, striped bonbons.
Italy.
1960s/70s.
The
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Glass
Materials
Art Glass
H 0.79 in W 2.37 in D 0.79 in
Striped Murano White Clear Glass Pendant Light, 1970s
By Murano 5
Located in Rijssen, NL
A beautiful light fixture in the style of Murano, manufactured in the mid century, circa 1970 (end
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Murano, Italy. Art glass decanter with a striped design. 1960s/70s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Murano, Italy. Art glass decanter with a striped design.
Blue tones with gold stripes.
From the
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Murano White and Pink Striped Glass Lamps
By Murano 5
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A stylish pair of Murano, cased glass lamps. White with pink stripes, these lamps also light from
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Venetian Murano Fazzoletto Striped Art Glass Pendant, 1970s
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason, Kalmar Lighting, Murano Glass Sommerso, Toni Zuccheri
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Impressive 1970s striped Murano art glass ceiling light attributed to AV Mazzega. The shape is
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass, Art Glass, Glass
Giuliani Mian Murano Art Glass Vase Striped Multi Color Signed by the Artist
By Fornace Mian
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Giuliani Mian Murano Art Glass Vase striped multi color signed by the artist. Very finely detailed
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
H 15 in W 5.5 in D 3.25 in
Murano Glass Striped Gold Lantern
Located in Austin, TX
Modernist lantern from the island of Murano, Italy. This fixture features multiple textured glass
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Cobalt Blue & White Murano Filigrana Stripe Glass Pitcher
Located in Soquel, CA
Mid-Century Modern cobalt blue and white striped filigrana Murano glass pitcher.
Bold cobalt blue
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
H 10.25 in W 9 in D 5.75 in
Murano Glass Striped Gold Sconces
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of Murano sconces from Venice, Italy. These sconces feature hand-blown alternating blades of
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Murano Glass Striped “Acidato” Blue Sconces
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of Murano sconces from Venice, Italy. These sconces feature hand-blown alternating blades of
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Huge Orange Murano Striped Art Glass Vase
Located in Barcelona, ES
Midcentury Stripes Murano Art Glass Footed Vase, Orange, White, Red, Yellow, Black
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine
Italian Murano Vistosi Striped Glass Table Lamp
By Vistosi
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Post-War Design 1970s Venetian Murano clear glass shade table lamp with white stripe design
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass, Wood
Murano Multicolor Striped Art Glass Fish Sculpure, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-century Modern hand blown Murano glass fish figure with a clear glass body and strippes in red
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Huge Multi Color Striped Murano Art Glass Vase
Located in Barcelona, ES
Oversized white hand blown murano art glass vase with multi-color stripes, Italy, 1960s.
Large
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine
Fratelli Toso Murano Glass "Farfalla" Striped to Clear Bowl
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Miami, FL
Fratelli Toso Murano Glass "Farfalla" Striped to Clear Bowl
Offered for sale is a Murano glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Murano Glass
Cenedese Murano Italian Art Glass Striped Vase
By Cenedese
Located in Indianapolis, IN
A vintage Murano art glass vase by Cenedese. Made in Italy, the oval tapered vase features
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
1960s Venini Murano Glass Striped Ball Ceiling Light
Located in Florence, Tuscany
1960s Murano glass ball lights are clear with opaque white diagonal stripes. The murano glass balls are
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Murano Glass White and Clear Striped Art Glass Lamp
Located in Chicago, IL
recessed lip.
Murano, is an island in Venice, where Italian glass blowers have lived and worked on the
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass
Murano Hand Blown Striped Petite Vide Poche in Multicolor Rainbow 1970s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in New York, NY
Stunning hand blown Murano petite vide poche/ bowl in multicolor stripes including yellow, blue
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Italian Murano Midcentury Large White Striped Glass Globe Chandelier
By Venini
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Beautiful and big extraordinary Murano glass globe pendant lamp with shiny white stripes and chrome
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Vintage Italian Art Glass Fish Sculptures
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Vintage Murano glass striped fish sculptures. A very striking pair.
Category
20th Century Italian Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Striped Italian Murano Glass Table Lamps, 1970's
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Pair of Murano glass and lucite table lamps from Italy, circa early 1970s. These unusual examples
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass, Lucite
1970s Blue, Brown and Gold Striped Heavy Murano Glass Round Centerpiece
By Fulvio Bianconi, Venini
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A large murano glass bowl manufactured in Venice in the manner of Fulvio Bianconi, it's in perfect
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Murano Glass
Barovier gold fleck striped handblown Murano Glass Table Lamp
By Barovier
Located in South Charleston, WV
hardware including base and scallop designed brass plate atop of the handblown glass. Lovely flecks and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Art Glass
Monumental Sculptural 2-Piece White Striped Murano, Vistosi Glass Table Lamp
By Vistosi
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Monumental Sculptural 2-Piece White Striped Murano, Vistosi Glass Table LampItaly, Circa 1950s
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Venini Bulgarov 1970 Blue & Green Color Striped Blown Murano Glass Vase, Italy
By Venini
Located in Miami, FL
Venini Bulgarov 1970 engraved blown blue & green striped Murano art glass vase.
Opening measures
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Striped Vase in blown Murano Glass Green Orange and light blue, 1990s Italy
Located in Villaverla, IT
Striped Vase in blown Murano Glass Green Orange and light blue, 1990s Italy.
This is a unique
Category
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass
H 16.15 in W 10.63 in D 7.09 in
Vintage Signed Vetri Seguso Murano Glass Large Striped Vase Vessel
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A vintage Vetri Seguso Murano glass vase vessel. This lovely glass vessel has a thick glass oval
Category
20th Century Italian Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Venini Murano Big Blown Striped Glass Table Lamp, 1960s, Italy
By Venini
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
clear striped art glass with very fine brass elements. The lamp provides smooth large area light. The
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Large Murano Vintage Candy pendant mustard / white striped glass, made in Italy
Located in København, DK
Large new Italian Murano Vintage Candy pendant ceiling lamp in mustard yellow / white glass. Mouth
Category
2010s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
H 15.75 in Dm 15.75 in
Striped Vase in Blown Murano Glass Green Orange and Light Blue, 1990s, Italy
Located in Villaverla, IT
Striped vase in blown Murano glass green orange and light blue, 1990s, Italy.
This is a unique
Category
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass, Cut Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
H 16.15 in W 10.63 in D 7.09 in
Pair of Vintage Italian Table Lamps in Striped Pink Murano Glass by Venini
By Venini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian table lamps in striped pink Murano glass blown in Incamiciato technique. Designed
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid-Century Modern Murano Italian Glass Red & Purple Striped Vase
By Flavio Poli, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A good Murano glass vase with red and purple stripes.
In the style of Flavio Poli with a thick
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Vetri Murano Table Lamp, Monumental Triangle Tall Striped Glass Pyramid
By Vetri
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great tall Murano table lamp by Vetri.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Spiral Striped Mid-Century Glass Bottle Decanter Murano Italy, Gio Ponti attr
Located in Den Haag, NL
Murano Glass Bottle Decanter, Vintage Spiral Striped Glass Bottle, Bottle With Stopper, Gio Ponti
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles
Materials
Art Glass
H 10.24 in W 6.7 in D 3.15 in
Large Murano White Striped Horn Shape Table Lamp
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
A stunning large striped and slightly swirled glass lamp. Unsure of exact studio but believed to be
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
1 of 4 Large chrome and Murano striped glass wall or ceiling lamps (4 available)
Located in HAARLEM, NL
Large chrome and Murano striped glass wall or ceiling lamps, 4 available. These lamps give a
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
H 7.88 in Dm 17.72 in
Italian Bonbon Striped Glass Dish/Bowl in red and blue from Murano, 1960s
By Barovier
Located in Stockholm, SE
Italian Bonbon Striped Glass Dish/Bowl in red and blue from Murano, 1960s
Crafted with intricate
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Blown Glass
2 Murano Studio Art Glass Ruffled Satin Mantel Vase Pair Yellow Brown Striped
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of yellow and brown vintage striped satin glass, Murano studio made vases with ruffled top
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of striped murano glass on 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, murano glass and metal. If you’re shopping for a piece of striped murano glass, we have 118 options in-stock, while there are 7 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect item from our selection of striped murano glass — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A choice in our collection of striped murano glass, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Hollywood Regency style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one object in our assortment of striped murano glass that is appealing in its simplicity, but Campbell-Rey, Venini and Murano produced versions that are worth a look.
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A piece of striped murano glass can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,591, while the lowest priced sells for $125 and the highest can go for as much as $11,200.
Questions About Striped Murano Glass
- What is Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Murano glass is colorful art glass primarily produced on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy. Artisans produce a variety of Murano glass decorative objects, including vases, lamps, candle holders, figurines, bowls and wine glasses. Shop a selection of Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- Does Murano glass have markings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, Murano glass is typically marked. You will usually find the markings on the bases of pieces or in other inconspicuous areas. Generally, Murano glass will display a trademark and a maker's mark, indicating which shop produced it. In most cases, authentic Murano glass will not have the word "Murano" on it. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Murano glass.
- Does Murano glass break?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Murano glass can break. Generally considered very durable, Murano glass is still made of glass and it is susceptible to breaks if it’s improperly handled or dropped. Known as some of the best glass produced in the world, unfortunately it can still break. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- How is Murano glass marked?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024How Murano glass is marked varies. Some pieces feature a label, sticker or other mark that bears the name of the studio that produced them. Others may only have an artist's signature or be unmarked. However, Murano glass artisans rarely put the word "Murano" on their pieces, though you will often see the word on replicas. For assistance determining whether a particular piece is Murano, consult an expert appraiser or antiques dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Murano glass.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano glass, from the Venetian island of Murano, is world-renowned for excellent craftsmanship and a wide variety of colors and decorations. The glassmakers of Murano use methods honed over centuries to create rich colors and designs by mixing different minerals during the process. Many examples contain gold and silver flecks inside the glass. You’ll find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is Murano glass made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Murano glass is made of a combination of materials. In most cases, artisans use a blend of silica, soda, lime and potassium to produce the colorful art glass. The mixture gets heated to a high temperature to melt it, so that glassblowers can form it into various shapes. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Murano glass.
- Where is Murano glass signed?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Authentic Murano glass often, but not always, includes labels with the name of the workshop, the signature of the glass master and a certificate of authenticity. To best determine if a Murano glass is authentic, look up the location of the factory found on the label. All authentic Murano glass is produced in Venice or Murano. Always purchase Murano glass from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Browse a selection of authentic Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024Murano glass comes from Murano, an island located in the Venetian Lagoon to the north of Venice, Italy. Many people mistake the name Murano for that of a brand or company, but the term actually applies to glassware produced by a variety of makers. Fratelli Toso, Umberto Bellotto, the Salviati family, Ercole Barovier, Carlo Scarpa, Paolo Venini and Alfredo Barbini are just some of the glassblowers known for producing Murano glass. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Murano glass.
- 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 worth anything?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024Yes, some Murano glass is worth something. Typically, antique pieces from the 16th, 17th, 18th and 19th centuries tend to be worth significantly more than 20th-century and contemporary glassware from Murano. Collectors frequently look for pieces made by particular artisans, such as Paolo Venini, Alfredo Barbini, Carlo Scarpa, Vittorio Zecchin, Lino Tagliapetra and Carlo Moretti. Others seek out pieces that display certain glassmaking techniques, such as filigrana, which gives glass a lace-like quality. The size, age, condition, type and style all contribute to the potential value of Murano pieces. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with the valuation process. Find a large collection of Murano glass on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Murano glass does indeed have a pontil mark. Murano glass is individually blown in Venice, Italy, and the mark at the bottom is made by the rod used by the artisan when they shape the piece. Shop a collection of Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023To tell if a Murano glass fruit is real, look for the signature of the artist or factory on the piece. Authentic Murano glass often, but not always, includes labels with the name of the workshop, the signature of the glass master and a certificate of authenticity. Use trusted online resources to determine if the maker's location is or was in Murano, in northeastern Italy. Seeing the word "Murano" on a glass decorative object doesn't mean that it is authentic. In fact, most genuine pieces won't show the word "Murano." Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. If you need assistance authenticating a piece, seek the help of a licensed appraiser. Shop a selection of Murano glass decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022All Murano glass pieces are either hand-blown or mouth-blown in Murano, Italy. This will cause small imperfections like air bubbles or a Pontil mark. In addition, the glass master will leave his signature on the piece indicating its authenticity. It’s important to purchase from a vetted seller or vendor to ensure authenticity. Shop authentic Murano glass pieces from 1stDibs.