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Clear Murano Blown Glass Fish
By Murano 5
Located in Montreal, QC
Clear Murano blown glass fish.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Animal Sculptures

Clear Murano Blown Glass Fish
Clear Murano Blown Glass Fish
H 9 in W 10 in D 4 in
Murano Blown Glass Vase
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Newport Beach, CA
A grand scale Murano blown glass vase in a vibrant blue embellished throughout with a Classic
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20th Century Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Silver Leaf

Murano Blown Glass Vase
Murano Blown Glass Vase
H 18.75 in Dm 13 in
Murano Blown Glass Gondola Ashtray
Located in Bradenton, FL
A Murano blown glass ashtray in the shape of a gondola in traditional colors. The long smokey gray
Category

Late 20th Century Ashtrays

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Blown Glass Gondola Ashtray
Murano Blown Glass Gondola Ashtray
H 7 in W 12.5 in D 3.5 in
Millefiori Murano Blown Glass Swirling Mixed Color Bowl
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Millefiori Murano Blown Glass Swirling Mixed Color Bowl Has silver flakes in glass. No marks
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1990s Italian Glass

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Blown Glass

Brown Murano Blown Glass Lantern
Located in Marseille, FR
Murano blown glass lantern in brown color with four candles, height 55 cm, diameter 30 cm
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20th Century Lanterns

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Blown Glass

Brown Murano Blown Glass Lantern
H 21.66 in Dm 11.82 in
Murano Blown Glass Table Lamp, 1970s
Located in Parma, IT
1970s Murano blown glass table lamp. Base composed of two overlapping spheres of blown and ribbed
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Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Set of Murano Blown Glass Vases
Located in Torino, IT
Set of design vases in Murano blown glass. Italy, 1980s Origin: Italy Period: 1980s Materials
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20th Century Italian Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Murano Blown Glass And Iron Chandelier 1990s
Located in Palermo, IT
Murano blown glass and iron chandelier, Italy, 1990s It has very small signs of aging but is in
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1990s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Italy 1960 Post-Modern Murano Blown Glass Goblet
Located in Brescia, IT
This is an elegant goblet hand made in Murano, Venice in 1960 in Murano blown glass. The piece is
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Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Italy 1960 Post-Modern Murano Blown Glass Goblet
Italy 1960 Post-Modern Murano Blown Glass Goblet
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H 5.91 in Dm 2.96 in
Italy 1960 Post-Modern Murano Blown Glass Bottle
Located in Brescia, IT
This is an elegant shaped bottle hand made in Murano, Venice in 1960 in Murano blown glass. The
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Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Glass

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Blown Glass

Italy 1960 Post-Modern Murano Blown Glass Bottle
Italy 1960 Post-Modern Murano Blown Glass Bottle
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H 14.57 in W 5.91 in D 4.93 in
Purple Murano Blown Glass Lamp by Vistosi, 1970s
By Vistosi
Located in New York, NY
Vistosi Rare sculptural purple Murano blown glass lamp by Vistosi, with Murano and Vistosi labels
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Blown Glass

Gorgeous Murano Blown Glass Hanging Flower Pendant Chandelier
Located in Pemberton, NJ
LOVELY MURANO BLOWN GLASS HANGING CHANDELIER WITH A NICE TEXTURED FINISH. VERY UNUSUAL PIECE OF
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Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Head sculpture in sapphire blue Murano blown glass, decorative object available
Located in Guazzora, IT
Beautiful Murano blown glass sculpture in sapphire blue glass handmade by Murano masters
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Early 2000s Italian Figurative Sculptures

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Murano Glass

Murano Blown Glass Chandelier with 10 Lights
Located in Badia Polesine, RO
Interesting and particular Murano blown glass chandelier, with 10 lights.  As can be seen, it is
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Vintage 1940s Italian Rococo Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Murano Blown Glass Decanter Attributed to Vetreria Fratelli Toso Signed
Located in Ft Lauderdale, FL
Murano blown glass decanter attributed to Vetraria Fratelli Toso signed purple blue striped
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles

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Blown Glass

Murano Blown Glass Vase Atributted to Gio Ponti, 1960s
By Gio Ponti
Located in CABA, AR
Step into the realm of timeless elegance with this exquisite Murano blown glass vase, attributed
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

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Art Glass

Vintage Tall Murano Blown Glass Clear to Pink Bowl, Italy, 1960s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A beautiful tall Murano blown glass clear to pink bowl, Italy, 1960s Measures: Height 7.50" / 19
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Mid-20th Century Italian Decorative Bowls

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Murano Glass

Vintage Murano Blown Glass Bright Green Apple Paperweight 1980s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Murano Blown Glass Bright Green Apple with Green Stem Paperweight. Beautiful blown glass
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Paperweights

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern Smoke Italian Venetian Murano Blown Glass Nickel Floor Lamp
By Lorin Marsh
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful midcentury modern smoke Italian Venetian Murano blown glass and polished nickel floor
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Art Glass, Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern Gold Italian Venetian Murano Blown Glass Bronze Floor Lamp
By Lorin Marsh
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful Mid-Century Modern gold flake Italian Venetian Murano blown glass and bronze floor lamp
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Art Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Blown Glass Midcentury Table Lamps, 1970
Located in Rome, IT
Incredible beauty for a Murano glass table lamp from the middle of the century. The Murano
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Murano Blown glass " Sea Foam" Vase with Gilt Inclusions by Seguso
Located in Montreal, QC
Murano blown glass " Sea Foam" vase with gilt inclusions by Seguso, bearing "Made in has ceased
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Vintage 1950s Italian Vases

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Glass

Magnificent Murano Blown Glass Chandelier by Venini with Red Accent, 1920s
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
VENINI A stunning early Venini Murano blown glass ten branch chandelier. In fine straw glass with
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Vintage 1920s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Murano Blown Glass Chandelier
By AVMazzega
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian Murano glass ball chandelier. Diameter: 40cm.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Murano Blown Glass Chandelier
Murano Blown Glass Chandelier
H 33.47 in Dm 15.75 in
Murano Blown Glass Table Lamp in the Style of Carlo Nason for Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Roma, IT
A Splendid giant Italian table lamp made in Murano blown glass and chromed metal. Datable to
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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps

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Chrome

1930s Murano blown glass figure of a young man attributed to Archimede Seguso
By Archimede Seguso
Located in London, GB
A rare 1930s Murano blown glass figure of a young man with a black hat, gold dust top and green
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Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Blown Glass

Mid-Century Modern Smoked Ruby Red Murano Blown Glass Italian Bottle, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Mid-Century Modern smoked ruby red Murano blown glass bottle. This fantastic piece was designed in
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles

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Glass, Blown Glass, Smoked Glass

Murano Blown Glass Chandelier, Italy, 1960s
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason, Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Amsterdam, NL
made of beautiful curved hand blown Murano glass with a brown or orange color melted inside. These
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Large Murano Blown-Glass Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A large 36 inch diameter Murano glass and polished nickel Italian chandelier. Eight-light sources
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Nickel

Seguso Contemporary Murano Blown Glass with Blue Swirl Signed Des L Seguso
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Elevate your home decor with this exquisite "Seguso Murano Blown Glass with Blue Swirl," signed by
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20th Century Italian Decorative Bowls

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Glass

Antique Italian Murano blown glass vase Blue
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage Murano Vase from the early 1900s: The Elegance of Italian Glass Welcome to the fascinating
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Vintage 1910s Italian Art Deco Vases

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Murano Glass

Antique Italian Murano blown glass vase Blue
Antique Italian Murano blown glass vase Blue
H 12.21 in W 4.93 in D 4.93 in
Spectacular Murano Blown Glass Manubri Chandelier
Located in Austin, TX
A stunning Murano glass chandelier with six tiers of unique "manubri" shaped, individually
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Italy 1960 Murano Blown Glass Chandelier
Located in Brescia, IT
This elegant blown Murano glass chandelier has 8 arms, 8 lights and 8 decorative arms. The
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Italy 1960 Murano Blown Glass Chandelier
Italy 1960 Murano Blown Glass Chandelier
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H 38.19 in Dm 35.44 in
Chelsea Boy by Michael Young — Murano Blown Glass Cocktail Glasses Set
By Michael Young
Located in London, GB
designer who left us all too soon, Michael Young designed a gin and tonic glass as a nod to his good
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Glass

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Blown Glass, Glass, Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern Murano Blown Glass Chandelier, 1960s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Stamford, CT
1960s new old stock modern style Murano chandelier with 9" glass drops. The clear drops are infused
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1960 Venezia Italy Mid-Century Murano Blown Glass Black Bowl
Located in Brescia, IT
This beautiful Venetian item is a black blown glass totally hand made in 1960 circa by master
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

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Murano Glass

Murano Mazzega Lamp, Orange Murano Blown Glass, Italy, 1960
By Mazzega
Located in BARCELONA, ES
blown murano glass are distributed in square, supported by a golden metal structure. Possibility to
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Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

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Crystal

Midcentury Italian Green Murano Blown Glass Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
Midcentury Italian Murano vase, green blown glass with painted burgundy stripes and blue dots
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Blown Glass

Yalos Casa Murano Blown Glass Bowl Centerpiece
By Yalos Casa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant and sophisticated blown glass bowl by Yalos Casa of Murano, Italy. Brightly colored with
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

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Blown Glass

Murano Blown Glass, Cased Glass Vase of Large Flask Form, c.1960s, Italian
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Murano blown glass, cased glass vase of large flask form, c.1960s, Italian. The body filled with
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Blown Glass

Komori R3 by nendo – Murano Blown Glass Chandelier
By Nendo
Located in London, GB
ceiling of a cave. Evenly spaced glass shades blown by Murano glass artisans enclose LEDs, and cast their
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Stainless Steel

Komori R18 by nendo — Murano Blown Glass Chandelier
By Nendo
Located in London, GB
ceiling of a cave. Evenly spaced glass shades blown by Murano glass artisans enclose LEDs, and cast their
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Stainless Steel

Komori R14 by nendo — Murano Blown Glass Chandelier
By Nendo
Located in London, GB
ceiling of a cave. Evenly spaced glass shades blown by Murano glass artisans enclose LEDs, and cast their
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Stainless Steel

Komori R6 by nendo – Murano Blown Glass Chandelier
By Nendo
Located in London, GB
ceiling of a cave. Evenly spaced glass shades blown by Murano glass artisans enclose LEDs, and cast their
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Stainless Steel

Pair of Mazzega Sconces, Orange Murano Blown Glass, Italy, 1960
By Mazzega
Located in BARCELONA, ES
1960s. Composed of an orange murano glass crystal and a chromed metal structure. Unique object
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Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

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Crystal

Vistosi Puppet Multi Suspension Light Murano Blown Glass
By Romani Saccani Architetti, Vistosi
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
Collection of lamps with blown glass diffuser with an original irregularly lined ‘dégradé’ finish
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

Komori R10 by nendo – Murano Blown Glass Chandelier
By Nendo
Located in London, GB
ceiling of a cave. Evenly spaced glass shades blown by Murano glass artisans enclose LEDs, and cast their
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Italian Murano Blown Glass Ruby Red Pedestal Coupes-Sherbets S/6
By Compagnia Di Venezia E Murano (C.V.M.)
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From the Venetian region of Northern Italy, a set of six Murano glass coupes or sherbets, circa
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

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Blown Glass

Postmodern White Murano Blown Glass Table Lamp by La Murrina with Murrines Italy
By La Murrina
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1980s. This table lamp is made in Murano blown glass with pleasant veinings that
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps

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Travertine

1950s Clear Murano Blown Glass Shaped Arms Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
This 1950s Murano hand blown and worked clear glass chandelier features four U shaped arms for a
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Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Murano Blown Glass Gold Color Midcentury Table Lamp, 1990
Located in Rome, IT
Stunning Murano glass table lamps. Note the beautiful elongated drops hot-attached to the body of
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Murano Glass, Blown Glass

1295 Murano, Blown Glass White Edition Murrine Vase Big
Located in Venice, VE
Our primary goal is to evoke emotions through the creation of unique and exquisite Murano glass art
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2010s Italian Vases

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine

Luma by Zaha Hadid, Murano Blown Glass Pendant Lamp
By Zaha Hadid
Located in London, GB
segment to the piece has been hand-blown in Murano. First seen in 2014, the 2017 edition follows an
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Horizon by John Pawson — Murano Blown Glass Pendant Lamp
By John Pawson
Located in London, GB
ranges from translucent to opaque and it's hand blown with a balloton technique which creates the
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Pair of Murano Mazzega Wall Lamps, Orange Murano Blown Glass, Italy, 1960
By Mazzega
Located in BARCELONA, ES
1960s. Composed of an orange murano glass crystal and a white metal structure. Unique object that
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Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

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Crystal

1970 Italy Post-Modern Murano Blown Glass Table Lamp
Located in Brescia, IT
This is a very masterpiece of the Master craftmenship in blowing glass in Murano. For its beauty
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps

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Blown Glass

Pair of Murano Blown Glass Shell Bowls or Ashtrays
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of large Murano clamshell bowls or ashtrays. Clear ribbed glass with all-over silver flecking
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Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Decorative Bowls

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Blown Glass

Hollow by Dan Yeffet — Murano Blown Glass Sculptural Floor Lamp
By Dan Yeffet
Located in London, GB
In the context of architecture and glass sculpturing Hollow makes light its object. This design
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Floor Lamps

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Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass

Murano Blown Glass Periwinkle Color Midcentury Table Lamp, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
Superb table lamps composed of a submerged Murano glass in periwinkle and smoky color. Very special
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Elegant Contemporary Suspended Murano Blown Glass Crystal Chandelier by Venini
By Venini
Located in murano, IT
“Italia ‘61” Expo. These blown glass elements make it possible to create an ever-changing array of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

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Murano Blown Glasses For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of murano blown glasses for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique murano blown glasses was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, blown glass and murano glass. We have 7341 antique and vintage murano blown glasses in-stock, while there are 1368 modern editions to choose from as well. Murano blown glasses have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Murano blown glasses made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Fabio Ltd, Barovier&Toso and Alfredo Barbini each produced beautiful murano blown glasses that are worth considering.

How Much are Murano Blown Glasses?

Prices for murano blown glasses can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, murano blown glasses begin at $1 and can go as high as $135,901, while the average can fetch as much as $2,014.
Questions About Murano Blown Glasses
  • 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mouth-blown glass is glassware produced with a traditional technique called mouth-blowing. It involves using a long blowpipe to draw molten glass upwards and then turning it to create different shapes. On 1stDibs, you can shop a variety of mouth-blown glass.
  • 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, 2022
    Yes, Viking Glass is hand-made. In 1940, the high-end glass company focused on quality Swedish Modern hand-made pieces, celebrated for their vibrant colors. You can shop a selection of Viking Glass pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 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
    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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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, 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 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 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify genuine Murano glass, first check for the certificate of authenticity. Sometimes, but not always, there will be a label with the workshop and the signature of the maker on the piece. Shop a collection of authentic Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Murano glass is highly-coveted due to the glassblowing processes used to create each piece. Murano glass is known for its vivid color, handcrafted in Murano and Venice and a favorite among collectors and home interior decor enthusiasts. Browse a wide array of Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.