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Artistic suspension lamp handmade smoky quartz Murano glass by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Goblin Suspension lamp in Murano glass. Smoky quartz colour by Multiforme
The blown glass
Category
2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Chandelier 6 Arms Smoky Quartz Murano Glass, Lampshades Chapeau by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Chandelier 6 arms smoky quartz Murano glass, smoky organza Lampshades Chapeau by Multiforme
Chapeau
Category
2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Smoky Murano Centerpiece
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage smoky Murano glass tray or centerpiece infused with gold flecks / Made in Italy, circa
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Murano, Submerged Glass Vase, Colour Smoky Gray, Mandruzzato Italy, 1960s
By Alessandro Mandruzzato
Located in Roma, IT
Large multi-faceted glass vase by Mandruzzato.
This beautiful piece is very elegant thanks to the
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
H 10.83 in W 2.96 in D 3.94 in
Set of 6 Artistic Handmade Glasses Murano Smoky Glass Gold Details by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
These artistic glasses are handmade by the master artisan in smoky color with golden leaf round
Category
2010s Italian Other Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
H 4.34 in Dm 3.15 in
Large Cenedese "Scavo" Murano Glass Vase
By Cenedese
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A large Murano glass vase in the scavo technique, smoky glass finish with iron oxide accents
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass Round Gold and Smoky Color Italian Chandeliers and Pendant, 1990
By Murano 5
Located in Rome, IT
Murano style, unique pieces that always remain precious.
Gold iron structure with Murano glass leaves
Category
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
Smoky Diamond Cut Murano Mirror
By Vintage Italian Glass
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Handcrafted by a team of Italian artisans, this mirror was designed all in glass. The frame is made
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Mirrors a...
Materials
Brass
Group of Three Cenedese "Scavo" Murano Glass Vases
By Cenedese
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A group of three Murano amethyst glass vases in the Scavo technique, giving an antique, smoky
Category
20th Century Italian Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Smoky Gray Murano Sconces by Mazzega, Italy, circa 1960s
By Mazzega
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian wall lights with smoky grey Murano glasses on brass frames. Designed by Mazzega
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Petite Intersecting Smoky and White Glass Flush Mount
By Mazzega
Located in New York, NY
Petite intersecting smoky and white glass flush mount ceiling fixture by Mazzega.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Smoky Murano Chandelier by Carlo Nazon for Mazzega
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian chandelier with curved "wavy" smoky and clear Murano glass petals mounted on brass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Murano Cased Glass Decanters with Stoppers
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of Italian cased glass decanters with stoppers. One bottle has a label that reads Made In
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century Modern Figura Glass Candlestick, Vetreria Gino Cenedese, Murano
By Gino Cenedese
Located in London, GB
Figural glass candlestick in clear and smoky green sommerso glass. Etched to base, 'Tosi Murano
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass
H 14.97 in W 3.55 in D 2.76 in
New Murano Glass Tall Battuto Smoky Sage Green Vase
Located in Troy, MI
New and made in Italy by an unknown Murano glass maker, this vase is 15” tall and 8.5” diameter
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Italian Pendant with Clear and Smoky Murano Glass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian pendant with clear and smoky Murano glass and chrome frame. Made in Italy, circa
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Barbini Murano Glass Olive Green / Yellow Ochre Heart Shaped Bowl Ash Tray Dish
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Soquel, CA
Elegant heart shaped two toned Murano glass bowl, with a transparent olive green/yellow ochre outer
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass
H 3 in W 6.25 in D 5.5 in
Smoky Bollicine Murano Flush Mount
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount with a single large smoky Murano glass shade hand blown with bubbles
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Art Glass and Brass Smoky Color Wall Light, 2020
Located in Rome, IT
Very original Murano glass wall lamp with a very elongated design of the glass plate and a unique
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Luciano Gaspari Salviati Murano Smoky Green Italian Art Glass Abstract Sculpture
By Luciano Gaspari, Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown clear smoky gray color with green paint stroke Italian art
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass
H 8.75 in W 3 in D 8.75 in
Vistosi Mid-Century Modern Smoky Torciglioni Murano Glass Chandelier, 1988
By Vistosi
Located in Murano, Venezia
Designed in 1988 by Vistosi, this vintage chandelier consists of 134 Murano glass elements, which
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass, Blown Glass
Pair of Curved Murano Glass Sconces by Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian wall lights with interlocking curved smoky Murano glass planks mounted on chrome
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Italian Pendant w/ Clear & Smoky Murano Glass, c. 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful vintage Italian pendant with clear and smoky Murano glass mounted on a chrome frame. Made
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Italian Table Lamps w/ Smoky Murano Glass Blocks, 1990s.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian table lamps with smoky Murano rectangular block glass and brass details stacked together
Category
1990s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Set of Four Limited Edition Battuto Smoky Frosted Murano Glass Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Limited Edition Battuto (hammered) smoky frosted Murano cylinder-shaped glass sconces mounted on
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Vintage Italian Chandelier with Murano Glass by Mazzega, circa 1960s
By Mazzega
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian chandelier with clear and smoky Murano glass planks, mounted on nickel frame
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
Murano, Italy. Art glass vase in faceted smoky glass. Approx. 1960s/70s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Murano, Italy, art glass vase in faceted smoky glass.
Approximately from the 1960s/1970s.
In
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Pair of Smoky Murano Sconces / Flush Mounts
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian wall lights with textured smoky Murano glass diffusers / Made in Italy, circa 1960s
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Marbro Murano Caged Glass Lamp
By The Marbro Lamp Company, Murano 5
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1960s Hollywood Regency Murano caged glass lamp by Marbro. Smoky topaz glass with a quilted diaper
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Smoky Bollicine Murano Flush Mount by Angelo Brotto
By Angelo Brotto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian flush mount with a single smoky Murano glass shade hand blown with bubbles using
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Limited Edition Set Three Wing Shaped Sconces w/ Smoky Murano Glass, Italy 1990s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Limited Edition set of three sconces with smoky Murano glasses hand blown into a gorgeous wing
Category
1990s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
H 14 in W 9.016 in D 4 in
Italian Chandelier 6 arms Dark Smoky Quartz Murano Glass by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Fluage chandelier 6 lights in dark smoky quartz Murano glass with rings by Multiforme
The blown
Category
2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Nature Mood Chandelier 5 Arms upwards Smoky Murano Glass by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Swing 275 chandelier, 5 upwards lights, encased smoky Murano glass by Multiforme.
The collection
Category
2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Furnace Donà Mid-Century Modern Blue Smoky Two Murano Glass Table Lamps, 1975
By Alberto Donà
Located in Murano, Venezia
Two murano glass table lamps by Alberto Donà in 1975.
In it we can see simplicity, elegance
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Alberto Donà Mid-Century Modern Blue Smoky Two Murano Glass Table Lamps, 1975
By Alberto Donà
Located in Murano, Venezia
Two Murano glass table lamps by Alberto Donà in 1975.
In it we can see simplicity, elegance
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Luxury Chandelier 6 Arms Dark Smoky Crystal Murano Glass by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
The artistic blown glass chandelier Pasternack is handcrafted using a particular technique called
Category
2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Luxury Chandelier 8 Arms Dark Smoky Crystal Murano Glass by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
The artistic blown glass chandelier Pasternack is handcrafted using a particular technique called
Category
2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Artistic Table Lamp Smoky Murano Glass Rostrato, Balloton, Rigadin by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
production. This table lamp in Venetian glass is a unique creation, which encapsulates all Murano glass
Category
2010s Italian Other Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass
H 29.53 in Dm 15.75 in
Chandelier 5 arms, smoky quartz Murano Glass Simplicissimus 360 by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
This collection in Murano glass is characterized by superb simplicity. It is the result of a
Category
2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Smoky "Artichoke" Chandelier by Carlo Nazon for Mazzega
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian "artichoke" chandelier with thick curved smoky and clear textured Murano glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano, Slim Vase in Smoky Mouth-Blown Art Glass, Italian Design, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Murano, slim vase in smoky mouth-blown art glass.
Italian design, 1960s.
Measuring: 18.5 cm.
In
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Salviati, Murano, Large Teardrop-Shaped Vase in Smoky Mouth-Blown Art Glass
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Salviati, Murano. Large teardrop-shaped vase in smoky mouth-blown art glass.
Italian design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Artistic Rostri Table Lamp, 1 Rostro Smoky Quartz Murano Glass by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Rostri table lamp in smoky quartz artistic Murano glass with one "rostro" application. The
Category
2010s Italian Other Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass
Large Murano Floor Vase in Smoky and Red Mouth Blown Art Glass
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Large Murano floor vase in smoky and red mouth blown art glass.
Italian design, 1960s / 70s
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Large Murano Floor Vase in Smoky and Red Mouth Blown Art Glass
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Large Murano floor vase in smoky and red mouth blown art glass.
Italian design, 1960s / 70s
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Venetian style Chandelier 15arms 2 tiers Smoky Quartz Murano Glass by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Capriccio by Multiforme is a double tier chandelier, in smoky quartz artistic glass, with curly
Category
2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
H 47.25 in Dm 43.31 in
Artistic Chandelier 9Arms Clear-smoky-gold-pink Murano Glass Rosae by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Artistic chandelier 9 arms in clear-smoky-gold-pink Murano glass, flowers in pink vitreous paste
Category
2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
H 47.25 in Dm 37.41 in
Italian Murano Smoky Amber Blown Glass Six Light Chandelier Early 20th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Early 20th Century Italian Murano hand blown glass chandelier with 6 arms an 6 flowery
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
H 40 in W 24 in D 24 in
Murano Smoky Photo Frame by Barovier e Toso - 2 Available
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage picture frame with hand blown clear and smoky Murano "Torciglione" glass border / Designed
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Brass
Murano Smoky Photo Frame by Barovier e Toso - 4 Available
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage picture frame with hand blown clear and smoky Murano "Torciglione" glass border / Designed
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Brass
Mazzega Three-Panel Glass Pendant
By Mazzega
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century light pendant with clear and smoky topaz glass elements suspended on a satin nickel O
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
Murano chandelier multicolor triedri – 242 prism - Mariangela model
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
levels in a nickel metal frame. The glasses are transparent, blue, smoky, purple, green, yellow and pink
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
Huge Murano chandelier multicolor quadriedri – 242 prism - Mariangela model
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
four levels in a nickel metal frame. The glasses are transparent, blue, smoky, purple, green, yellow
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
Vintage Sputnik Chandelier w/ Smoky Glass on Chrome Frame by Cristal Arte
By Cristal Arte
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original vintage Sputnik chandelier with smoky glass disks on chrome frame. Designed by Cristal
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Murano Sconces by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, 8 Available
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian wall lights with hand blown smoky and milky white textured Murano glass shades
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Smoky Brown Torchere Sconces
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian torchere wall sconces with hand blown smoky brown Murano glass cone shades mounted on brass
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and...
Materials
Brass
20th Century Five Murano glass applique lamps
Located in Firenze, IT
Five large Murano glass applique lamps, composed of elements called "Tronchi", due to the shape
Category
20th Century Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass Smoked Color Wall Light, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
Majestic Murano blown glass leaf with a wonderful smoky color, made even more beautiful by its
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Smoky Tiered Palmette Chandelier by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Palmette chandelier with smoky Murano glass leaves arranged in three tiers and mounted on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Murano Glass
Smoky Tiered Palmette Chandelier by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Palmette chandelier with smoky Murano glass leaves arranged in three tiers and mounted on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Murano Glass
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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the murano glass smoky you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A murano glass smoky — often made from glass, murano glass and blown glass — can elevate any home. There are 42 variations of the antique or vintage murano glass smoky you’re looking for, while we also have 13 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer murano glass smoky, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A murano glass smoky made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. Multiforme, Mazzega Murano and Alberto Donà each produced at least one beautiful murano glass smoky that is worth considering.
How Much is a Murano Glass Smoky?
Prices for a murano glass smoky start at $240 and top out at $22,800 with the average selling for $3,750.
Questions About Murano Glass Smoky
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- How much is Murano glass worth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021How 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 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.
- 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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.
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NASA Parachutes Inspired Lighting Designer Bec Brittain’s New Collection
In "Paraciphers," now on view at Emma Scully Gallery in New York, Brittain introduces works that were more than a decade in the making.
This Handsome Leather Pendant Light Is Crafted Using Saddle-Making Techniques
The Doma by L’Aviva Home nods to Colombia’s equestrian heritage.
Celebrate Spring Year-Round with This Lush Murano-Glass Chandelier
Hand-blown glass makes the Italian fixture glow like dew-covered leaves in the sun.
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