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Murano Glass Grapes Chandelier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian Venetian metal painted 6-light chandelier with Murano glass grapes and leaves from the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Murano Glass Grapes Chandelier
Murano Glass Grapes Chandelier
H 23.23 in Dm 23.23 in
Italian Venetian Murano Glass Grape and Flower Chandelier
Located in Antwerp, BE
with Murano glass grape design shades. Bronze canopy. Four E14 light bulb socket. Weight 5 kg.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Bronze, Brass

Large Cluster of Murano Glass Grapes
Located in New York, NY
Murano blown glass amber grape cluster. Great for accessorizing on shelves, coffee tables or in the
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Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Large Cluster of Murano Glass Grapes
Large Cluster of Murano Glass Grapes
H 6.5 in W 15 in D 10 in
Small Cluster of Murano Glass Grapes
Located in New York, NY
Cluster of yellow blown glass grapes. Two clusters available for purchase and sold separately
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Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Small Cluster of Murano Glass Grapes
Small Cluster of Murano Glass Grapes
H 2.5 in W 10.5 in D 5.5 in
Cesare Toso Murano Glass Grape Vine Chandelier (2)
Located in Hanover, MA
colored glass grapes and leaves on a scaffold of green enameled iron and wire tendrils. Five bunches of
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Italian Venetian Murano Grape and Flower Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
of blue/green flowers and 3 blue & 3 green Murano glass grape design shades.
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20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Italian Venetian Murano Grape and Flower Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
of blue/green flowers and 2 blue & 2 green Murano glass grape design shades.
Category

20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Vintage Gilt Bronze Table Lamp with Murano Grape Cluster
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Large Gilt Bronze Table Lamp with Murano Glass Grape Cluster and a Voluminous Burnt Orange
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Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Italian Venetian Eight-Arm Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
glass grape shades (pair of pink, blue, green and multicolored).   
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20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Ercole Barovier & Toso, Murano Glass Bowl with Bunches of Grapes, Italy
By Barovier&Toso, Compagnia Di Venezia E Murano (C.V.M.)
Located in Delft, NL
An Ercole Barovier & Toso, Murano glass bowl with bunches of grapes, Italy. A mid 19th century
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Mid-20th Century Italian Glass

Materials

Glass

Table Lamp Organic Grape Artistica Murano CCC Glass Sommerso Italy 20th century
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Sommerso collection. The Murano glass that is crafted with a warm hue consisting of grape and blue comes
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass

Italian Venetian Goblet in Murano Glass Orange and Gold with a Grape
Located in Villaverla, IT
Italian Venetian Goblet in Murano Glass Orange and Gold with a Grape Refined Italian Venetian
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Gold

Salviati Handblown Large Venetian Murano Iridescent Grape Leaf Centrepiece
By Salviati
Located in Great Barrington, MA
with the rainbow iridescent ribbed glass is a gorgeous example of the mastery of Venetian glass makers.
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Alfredo Barbini Venetian Murano Console Set Center Piece Candle Holders Grapes
By Alfredo Biagini
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Alfredo Barbini Murano 3 piece Venetian glass console set. Console bowl is 7 3/4 inches tall by 11
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Blown Glass

Murano Art Glass Grape Cluster Sconce
Located in Peekskill, NY
We counted how many individual Venetian hand-blown glass grapes it took to make one of these
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Early 20th Century Italian Victorian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Art Glass

Tobia Scarpa Battuti Vase in Grape Murano Glass
By Venini, Tobia Scarpa, Ludovico Diaz de Santillana
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Battuti vase in grape Murano glass by Tobia Scarpa and Ludovico Diaz De Santillana for Venini. It
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Venini Clessidra Hourglass in Grape Red Murano Glass
By Fulvio Bianconi, Venini, Paolo Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Clessidra hourglass in amber murano glass by Paolo Venini and Fulvio Bianconi. Little grains of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern More Clocks

Materials

Murano Glass

Medium Cluster of Murano-Style Glass Grapes
Located in New York, NY
Medium cluster of pink grapes with a wood stem. Great for styling in the kitchen, on a coffee table
Category

Late 20th Century European Hollywood Regency Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Venini Clessidra Hourglass in Grape and Pink Murano Glass
By Paolo Venini, Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Clessidra hourglass in grape and pink Murano glass by Paolo Venini and Riedizione. Limited edition
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Venini Clessidra Hourglass in Grape and Pink Murano Glass
By Venini, Paolo Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Clessidra hourglass in grape and pink Murano glass by Paolo Venini and Riedizione. Limited edition
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Large Murano Grape and Bronze Art Glass Chandelier
Located in Peekskill, NY
I tried to count just how many individual Venetian hand-blown glass grapes it took to make this
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20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

Vigneto Glass Globes Chandelier with Green Murano Leaves Grape Bundle Shape
By Galilee Lighting
Located in Hollywood, FL
ordering yours today. Let the hand-blown glass globes, grape bundle shape, and Murano leaves on emerald
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2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Handcarved Murano Glass Bottle Blue Vitis Vinifera Bunch of Grapes Italy 1990s
Located in Villaverla, IT
Clear handcarved Murano Glass Bottle with Blue Vitis Vinifera Bunch of Grapes Italy 1990s. Entirely
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1990s Italian Modern Bottles

Materials

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

Barovier Toso Murano Green Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Grapes Fruit Sculpture
By Ercole Barovier, Barovier&Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown green stripes and gold flecks Italian art glass wrap bunch
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Gold Leaf

Venini Monofiore Balloton Large Vase in Grape Red Thread Murano Glass
By Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Monofiore Balloton Large Vase in Amber Murano Glass by Venini. It looks soft, but it’s not; it’s
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Venini Monofiore Balloton Small Vase in Grape Red Thread Murano Glass
By Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Monofiore Balloton vase in Amber Murano glass by Venini. It looks soft, but it’s not; it’s glass
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Venini Monofiore Balloton Medium Vase in Grape Red Thread Murano Glass
By Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Monofiore Balloton medium vase in amber Murano glass by Venini. It looks soft, but it’s not; it’s
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Large Murano Colorful Grape and Leaf Art Glass Floor or Table Lamp
Located in Coimbra, PT
This a fabulous heavy five-light Venetian glass grape bunch and leaf floor or table lamp mimics the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Barovier Toso Murano Silver Gold Flecks Grapes Italian Art Glass Compote Bowl
By Barovier&Toso, Ercole Barovier
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Gorgeous vintage Murano hand blown, silver and gold flecks with grape decoration Italian art glass
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Vases

Materials

Silver Leaf, Gold Leaf

Murano Table Service for 11+ by Barovier e Toso
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Dallas, TX
) champagne stems, (2) candlesticks and (1) footed bowl in a vintage grape design of gold infused Murano glass
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Tableware

Materials

Blown Glass

Italian Murano Glass Fruit Crystal Grapes Tole 3 lights Sconces, circa 1930
Located in Modena (MO), Modena (Mo)
sockets for all other countries. Gilt metal tole with Murano glass drops in different fruits and colors
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Vintage 1930s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal

Venetian Glass Goblets
Located in Stamford, CT
Magnificent etched and blown Venetian glass goblets by Gianni Seguso, Vetro Artistco Murano. 5
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Late 20th Century Italian Glass

Materials

Crystal

Venetian Glass Goblets
Venetian Glass Goblets
H 9.1 in Dm 4.3 in
Art Deco Murano Glass Three-Light Grape Chandelier, Italy, Mid-20th Century
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Murano glass three-light chandelier with cast iron and brass mounts, Italy, mid-20th century. Three
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron, Brass

Murano Style Green Glass Grape Wall Light Very quirky and unusual
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Murano Style Green Glass Grape Wall Light Very quirky and unusual a bunch of green grapes, this
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Glass

Large Italian Mid-Century Modern Blown Murano Glass & Brass Grape Chandelier
Located in Miami, FL
Large Italian Mid-Century Modern blown Murano glass balls in grape shape chandelier. The different
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Wire

Ruby Red Murano Glass Vase with Iron Grape Vines Ascribable to Umberto Bellotto
By Umberto Bellotto
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1930s. This vase is made in Murano glass vase and features a polychrome hand
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Wrought Iron

Mid-20th Century Italian Murano Grape Lamp
Located in Delft, NL
Mid-20th century Italian Murano grape lamp A beautiful Italian Murano grape table lamp from the
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-20th Century Italian Murano Grape Lamp
Mid-20th Century Italian Murano Grape Lamp
H 16.54 in W 16.15 in D 7.88 in
Large and Rare Murano Sculpture in Mouth-Blown Art Glass, Woman with Grapes
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Large and rare Murano sculpture in mouth-blown art glass. Woman with grapes. 1960s. Measures: 46
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Vintage 1960s Italian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

1950s Murano Huge 3 Lights Green Grape Sconces Roses Rare
Located in Modena (MO), Modena (Mo)
Housing 3 lights each, sitting in a basket of green Murano small grape drops. Will be rewired with
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Murano Glass

Italian Murano Glass Wrought Iron Seven-Light Chandelier, 1930s
By Compagnia Di Venezia E Murano (C.V.M.)
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
base of Murano glass flowers and six bunch of grapes shape shades of Murano glass flowers, all in
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

Italian Early 20th C. Glass Grape Bunch Pendant Light (3 available)
Located in San Francisco, CA
A vibrant pendant light from the 1920s; ruddy-red to amber, Venetian glass grape bunches with
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Empoli Peach Color Italian Art Glass Grapes Pear Apple Pepper Fruit Sculptures
By Empoli
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage set of four hand blown peachy color Italian art glass fruit sculptural figural
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass

21st Century Acqua Natsumeche Glass Vase in Crystal/Grape by Michela Cattai
By Venini
Located in murano, IT
Information: Material: Murano Glass Color: Crystal/Grape Dimensions: Ø 11 x H 10.5 cm Available in other color
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

21st Century Acqua Mizusashi Glass Vase in Crystal/Grape by Michela Cattai
By Venini
Located in murano, IT
Information: Material: Murano Glass Color: Crystal/Grape Dimensions: W 23.5 x D 23.5 x H 16 cm Available in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

21st Century Unity Glass Bowl in Grape by Marc Thorpe.
By Venini, Marc Thorpe
Located in murano, IT
supports Murano glass in lively and fanciful colours. An encounter that goes beyond matter. Additional
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Glass

Italian Venetian Grape and Flower Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
of glass flowers and 3 Murano green glass grape design shades.
Category

20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Tobia Scarpa Battuti Vase in Amber Murano Glass
By Venini, Tobia Scarpa, Ludovico Diaz de Santillana
Located in Brooklyn, NY
: Murano glass Available in Colors: Amber, grape Dimensions: H 45 cm x Ø 35 cm Weight: 22.05 lbs.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Italian Venetian Pendant Chandelier with Murano Glass Fruits, 1950s
Located in Barntrup, DE
features a golden-colored metal frame adorned with multicolored Murano glass fruits and berries - grapes
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Antique Murano Glass Pharmacy / Apothecary Canister with Elaborate Handpainting
Located in Toronto, ON
hand-painted and gilt on white Murano glass, featuring Star of David motif and glass cluster of grapes
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Antique Early 1900s Italian Jars

Materials

Murano Glass

Venini Clessidra Hourglass in Amber and Pink Murano Glass
By Venini, Paolo Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Clessidra hourglass in grape and pink Murano glass by Paolo Venini and Riedizione. Limited edition
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Wonderful Italian Beaded Swag Murano Art Glass Fruit Leaf Venetian Chandelier
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful Italian 1950's gold gilt iron and crystal art glass fruit Murano decorated 8
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20th Century Italian Belle Époque Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal

Grappa G5 by Claesson Koivisto Rune — Murano Blown Glass Pendant Lamp
By Claesson Koivisto Rune
Located in London, GB
Like a bunch of grapes on a vine, nature creates beauty through variation within repetition. Grappa
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Fluorescent Yellow Murano Glass Vases Hand Painted and Decorated 1990s
Located in Villaverla, IT
Pair of fluorescent yellow Murano glass vases hand painted and decorated 1990s. This is a unique
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Vintage 1960s Italian Art Deco Vases

Materials

Enamel

21st Century Acqua Ichirinzashi Vase in Crystal/Grape by Michela Cattai
By Venini
Located in murano, IT
Additional Information: Material: Murano Glass Color: Crystal/Grape Dimensions: Ø 18 x H 11 cm Available
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Pink Opal Gold Flecks Iridescent Quilted Italian Art Glass Serving Bowl
By Barovier Seguso & Ferro, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Gorgeous large Murano handblown pink, opalescent, gold flecks, iridescent and diamond quilted
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Decorative Bowls

Materials

Gold Leaf

Barovier Toso Murano Large Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Footed Centerpiece Bowl
By Barovier&Toso, Ercole Barovier
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful, and very large, vintage Murano hand blown gold flecks Italian art glass footed compote
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Gold Leaf

Footed Bowl Gold Leaf and Grapes, Ercole Barovier for Barovier Toso & Co 1949
By Ercole Barovier, Barovier&Toso
Located in London, GB
. Literature Marc Heiremans, '20th Century Murano Glass', Stuttgart, 1996, p. 38 Itallian Glass, The collection
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Italian Beaded Chandelier with Murano Glass Fruit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fabulous, Italian 1950s gilt iron and crystal chandelier with Murano glass fruit decorations
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Louis XVI Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Iron

Italian Murano Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Italian Murano art glass, gilt iron frame, amber and dark-colored glass grape clusters.
Category

Late 20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Italian Venetian Gilt Metal Six-Light Chandelier with Murano Glass Fruits
Located in Barntrup, DE
Italian Venetian gilt metal 6-light chandelier with Murano glass fruits and berries from the late
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Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Metal

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Murano Glass Grapes For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of murano glass grapes for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of glass, murano glass and metal, all murano glass grapes available were constructed with great care. We have 44 antique and vintage murano glass grapes in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. Murano glass grapes have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Art Nouveau murano glass grapes are consistently popular styles. Many murano glass grapes are appealing in their simplicity, but Barovier&Toso, Venini and Cose Belle Cose Rare produced popular murano glass grapes that are worth a look.

How Much are Murano Glass Grapes?

Prices for murano glass grapes can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, murano glass grapes begin at $460 and can go as high as $21,494, while the average can fetch as much as $2,702.
Questions About Murano Glass Grapes
  • 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
    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 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
    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 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 12, 2021
    How much Murano glass is worth depends on the size as well as on other factors. New Murano glass necklaces may cost up to $35 depending on the number of beads — a vintage Murano glass necklace may garner considerably more money — whereas a vase made of Murano glass can cost a few thousand dollars. Antique Murano art glass can fetch thousands of dollars at auction depending on the brand, the history of the piece, the technique used to design the piece and more. Find a collection of antique and vintage Murano glass jewelry and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether Murano glass holds its value depends on a variety of factors, including how well it’s cared for as well as demand and supply. Antique Murano art glass can fetch thousands of dollars at auction depending on the brand, the history of the work, the technique used to design the piece and more. The first step in determining if your Murano glass object has held its value is determining its authenticity. To tell if a Murano glass vase is real, look for the name of the shop that produced it on the bottom. Then, use trusted online resources to determine if the workshop is in Murano, Italy. Bear in mind that authentic pieces normally do not have the word "Murano" on their labels. If you need assistance authenticating a particular vase, you may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer. Because it can be difficult to predict how the value of items will change over time, choose decorative objects that appeal to you. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Murano glassware from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if a glass rooster is Murano, you can look for markings and other details to try and determine the maker, but the best way to determine authenticity is to enlist the help of an antiques dealer or Murano glass expert. Otherwise, look for the signature of the artist or factory on the piece. Authentic Murano glass will often, but not always, include 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. Shop a collection of Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if a bird sculpture is made of Murano glass, professionals recommend having an antiques dealer or Murano glass expert examine it. Otherwise, look for the signature of the artist or factory on the piece. Authentic Murano glass will often, but not always, include 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. Find a collection of Murano glass decorative objects on 1stDibs.