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Material: Murano Glass
Costantini Diego Modern Crystal Pulegoso Made Murano Glass Vase with Butterflies
Located in Murano, Venezia
Handmade Crystal Pulegoso Murano glass blown vase with 16 transparent multicolored butterflies attached with magnet. Modern vase ideal for a modern and rustic classic environment, ...
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2010s Italian Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Barovier Murano Emerald Green Gold Flecks Abstract Design Italian Art Glass Bowl
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown gold flecks and emerald green abstract swirl design Italian art glass bowl or ashtray. Documented to designer Ercole Barovier for the Barovier e T...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Gold Leaf

Fratelli Toso Murano White Aventurine Ribbons Italian Art Glass Hourglass Vase
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful and tall, vintage Murano hand blown white Zanfirico ribbons and copper aventurine flecks Italian art glass decorative hourglass corseted vase. It is documented to the Frate...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Barovier Toso Murano White Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Flared Scallop Rim Bowl
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown white and gold flecks Italian art glass scallop and flared rim decorative bowl. Documented to designer Ercole Barovier, for the Barovier e Toso co...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Gold Leaf

A Vintage Soffiato Art Glass Vase Murano ca. 1950s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A Vintage Soffiato Art Glass Vase Murano ca. 1950s Item e7130 A great Murano art glass vase. Thin green opaque glass with clear glass overla...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Art Glass, Murano Glass

1295 Murano Artglass Abstract "Jellyfish" Sculptures, Sommerso Technique
Located in Venice, VE
Our aim is the emotion, through glass, lighten by the spirit of art. 1295 MURANO is a furnace, a design lab and an interior point of view regarding to the most exclusive productions of Murano glass. Our glass is original, made with the antique techniques of historical glassmaking and realized by the most precious masters of Murano glass. Hand made in Venice, original Murano glass, "Jellyfish...
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2010s Italian Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Toso Murano Green Orange Millefiori Flower Italian Art Glass Paperweights
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Priced per item (2 ppwts are left). Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown flower design Italian art glass paperweights. Documented to the Fratelli Toso Company. Top is called a "Crown"...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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

Midcentury Set of Six Green Gold Murano Drinking Glasses with Jug, 1990
Located in Murano, Venezia
Set of 6 "Balloton" glasses and jug in blown Murano glass in green color with 24-karat gold leaf decoration This set is called "Goti De Fornasa". Trad...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Signed Blown Glass Art Glass Fish Sculpture by Josef Marcolin, w/original label
Located in Warrenton, OR
Signed Blown Glass Art Glass Fish Sculpture by Josef Marcolin, w/original label stiff affixed Another wonderful homage to the tropical fish world, by the Italian Murano glass blower ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Opalino White Murano Glass Fish Sculpture
Located in Warrenton, OR
Opalino White Murano Glass Fish Sculpture A classic, graceful work of art glass of the type very rarely seen. This gentle sculpture is approximately 5.5 x 5.25 x 1.75 inches. There ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass

Mid-Century Modern Murrina Millefiori Set of 6 Murano Drinking Glasses Tumbler
Located in Murano, Venezia
Exclusive series of six handmade Murano drinking glasses with murrina Millefiori. This set is called "GOTI DE FORNASA". Tradition wants that the Murano glass master with his employees did these Murano glasses to drink during work breaks. Glass processing for this service is performed by Murano artisans with great care and precision, placing one by one the pieces of glass (Murrina) in a hot plate and then are fused together with crystal to form a charming mosaic. Project by Livio Campanella...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

21st Century Blown Glass "Dafne Bottle"
Located in Milano, IT
Yes, it's true, it's a bottle, a decanter, but it is also an excuse to embellish the table, a even if you only load it with water, the "twisted" processing of the glass, gives ...
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2010s Italian Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass, Blown Glass

Mid Century Modern Italian Murano Glass Tri-Color Decorative Vase
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Introducing a striking Mid-Century Modern mouth-blown Italian Murano glass vase, showcasing the unparalleled craftsmanship of Murano artisans. This vase features a bold and vibrant c...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Venini Clessidra Hourglass in Amber and Pink Murano Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Clessidra hourglass in grape and pink Murano glass by Paolo Venini and Riedizione. Limited edition in 99 art pieces each. Little grains of sand, im...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Flavio Poli Vase Murano Seguso Yellow Blue Glass Italy 1970's
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Introducing a captivating single flower vase from the 1970s, designed by the esteemed Flavio Poli. Crafted from exquisite Murano glass, this vase features a striking combination of y...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Art Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Vase Masterpiece, Doppio Ritorto Amazing Technique, Signed
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This vase is a true work of art. It features a bold color palette and creates a beautiful interplay with the light. During its creation, the glass is heated again before blowing to a...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Postmodern Murano Sommerso Glass Bird Figurine Paperweight Green Amber
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Playful bird figurine or paperweight is made in sommerso technique; green colored glass gather is cased over with amber-colored glass. Color contrast adds depth and movement to high...
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Art Glass, Murano Glass

Octopus Murano Bowl Organic Blue Orange 20th Century Italy
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Introducing a striking octopus-shaped Murano bowl, a captivating piece of 20th-century Italian glass artistry. This organic design features vibrant blue and orange hues, masterfully ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Crystal

2000s Astonishing Vase by Carlo Nason in Murano Glass. Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Astonishing Vase by Carlo Nason in Murano Glass. Made in Italy in 2005. The vase is signed at the bottom C. Nason and is in excellent condition. Dimension: diameter 7,08 x 11,02 H in...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

1970s Gorgeous Beige Vase in Murano Glass by Dogi. Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Gorgeous beige vase in Murano glass by Dogi. This vase is in excellent condition. Made in Italy diameter 8,26" x 12,59" H inches diameter 21 cm x 32 H cm
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

2000s Astonishing Vase by Carlo Nason in Murano Glass. Made in italy
Located in Milano, IT
Astonishing Vase by Carlo Nason in Murano Glass. Made in italy made in 2005. The vase has the murano label and it's signed at the bottom C. Nason. The vase is in excellent condition....
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

21st Century Karim Rashid Knight Vase Murano Glass Red and Black
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
21st century Karim Rashid Knight vase Murano glass various colors. Color stands out in the Knight vase designed by Karim Rashid, displaying its playful undulating stripes of polychr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

21st Century Karim Rashid Coppa Bowl Transparent Murano Glass Various Colors
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
21st century Karim Rashid Coppa bowl transparent Murano glass various colors. Designed by Karim Rashid, Coppa is a small glass container with round, sinuous, markedly colored shapes...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

21st Century Karim Rashid Large Bowl Murano Glass Various Colors
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
Kastle large bowl, Murano glass, by Karim Rashid, 21st century. Karim Rashid has conceived for Purho a mini collection of bowls and vases characte...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Artistic Handmade Murano Glass Sculpture Aquamarine Turtle
Located in Murano, VE
Immerse yourself in the beauty of our modern artistic aquatic turtle sculpture, entirely handmade with precision in authentic Murano glass. Each exquisite detail is meticulously craf...
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2010s Italian Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Livio Campanella Mid-Century Modern Murrina Millefiori Murano Glass Vase, 1988s
Located in Murano, Venezia
Exclusive working of Murano glass to produce this fantastic venetian blown glass vase with murrine Millefiori and covered with gold leaf 24 c...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Artistic Handmade Murano Glass Sculpture Gold Soul "Anima"
Located in Murano, VE
Anima is a collection of exquisite sculptures crafted by our skilled artisans in our factory in Murano. Each sculpture embodies the essence of life and spirituality, taking the form ...
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2010s Italian Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Vase Murano Flavio Poli Yellow Blue Glass Seguso Italy 1970's
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Presenting a stunning single flower vase from the 1970s, designed by the acclaimed Flavio Poli. Crafted from exquisite Murano glass, this vase features a striking blend of yellow and...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Art Glass, Murano Glass

CINETICO Murano Glass Brass Mobile Chandelier Red and Yellow Glass Elements
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This exquisite Murano glass chandelier boasts delicate glass elements that shimmer and radiate a cozy, welcoming ambiance, making it the perfect centerpiece for any living space. Man...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Metal, Brass

Organic Crystal bowl Floral Greenish Turquoise Murano 20th Century Italy
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Presenting a stunning organic crystal bowl from mid-20th century Italy, exemplifying refined Murano craftsmanship. This floral-inspired piece features a captivating greenish-turquois...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Crystal

Striped Murano Glass Bird Sculpture, Mid Century Murano Glass Art, IT ca. 1970
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Lovely Murano glass bird sculpture from the 1970s in Italy, attributed to Fratelli Toso. Handcrafted by the highly skilled Italian glass artists on the little island of Murano nearby...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

1970s Italian Murano Sommerso Red Turquoise & Clear Art Glass Bowl Dish Ashtray
Located in London, GB
1970s Italian Murano summerso glass bowl, dish or ashtray. The bowl has three indentations creating a shape similar to a Shamrock where the cigarettes used to be placed when it's fu...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Signed Blown Art Glass Fish Sculpture by Josef Marcolin
Located in Warrenton, OR
Signed Blown Art Glass Fish Sculpture by Josef Marcolin. A very special sculpture. Blue and wine-red blown glass fish by the Italian Murano glass blower Josef Marcolin. Measures app...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Art Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Glass

Murano Vase Masterpiece, Blooming Field with Poppies and Lavender, Signed
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
The vase made with the same technique of the tumblers in another listing. After the success of the tumbler group, I asked the maestro to make a vase that would keep the design and t...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Mid Century Murano Glass Bowl Pink/ Yellow, Italy ca. 1960
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Extraordinary mid century modern Murano glass bowl from the world renown workshops in Venetia/ Italy coming from the period around 1960/70. This fantastic looking Sommerso Murano gla...
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Mid-20th Century Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Two Murano Animal Sculptures in Black and White by Archimede Seguso
Located in London, GB
Two animal sculptures by Archimede Seguso (1909-1999) Italy made circa 1970 of a dog and rabbit in solid opaque glass, foil label to one example 'Archimede Seguso Murano' Archimede ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

1960s Astonishing Jack in the Pulpit "Calla Lily" vase in Murano glass.
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Astonishing yellow and blue Jack in the Pulpit "Calla Lily" vase in Murano glass. Made in Italy. The item is in excellent condition. Dimension: diameter 3,54 x 11,81 H inches d...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Murano Glass Dish, the Famous "Starry Night" Design by Fratelli Toso
Located in Warrenton, OR
Murano Glass Dish, the Famous "Starry Night" Design by Fratelli Toso. At about 12 inches across, this is a substantial piece of handblown Murano glass by Fratelli Toso, in the belov...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Copper

Set of 6 Handmade Unique Goto Murano Drinking Glasses
Located in Murano, VE
The Murano Glass Goto collection brings a piece of authentic Italian art to your dining table. Hand-blown with artistic expertise, these glasses are inspired by the traditional Venet...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Murano Glass Mandruzzato Red and Yellow Sommerso Geode Dish
Located in Glasgow, GB
A vintage Murano glass, Mandruazatto sommerso dish, handcrafted in Italy in the 1970s. A colourful piece of Murano glass showcasing the 'geode style' crafted using the renowned 'sommerso' technique, which translates to 'submerged.' A skilled art glass process that involves layering two or more tones of glass submerged within one another. The result of this revered process results in a bold and colourful display of layers of glass. In this dish, a warm yolk-toned yellow glass is paired with a vibrant tomato-red glass. The combination of the colors create a beautiful and unique optical display...
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

1970s Astonishing Blue Vase in Murano Glass by Dogi. Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Astonishing blue vase in Murano glass by Dogi. Made in Italy. The item is in excellent condition. This vase is handmade in blown glass. Dimension: diam 5,51 x 12,20 H inches d...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Emerald Green Empoli vase Murano Glass Italy 1960
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Introducing a stunning emerald green Empoli vase from Italy, crafted in 1960 from exquisite Murano glass. This unique piece features a distinctive de...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Mid-century modern sommerso vase made by Vicke Lindstrand Kosta, Sweden
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
Vintage beautiful sommerso glass vase, made and signed by the talented Vicke Lindstrand for Kosta Sweden. This vase has a fantastic yet simple shape, but it is the color that is maki...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Sommerso, Art Glass

Large Tall Cenedese Italian Square Black & Clear Murano Glass Vase New Old Stock
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Antonio da Ros for Cenedese large, heavy and elegant vintage Mid-Century modern Italian Murano tall, large and square glass vase, circa 1965-1975. This rare, large and heavy piece of...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Alfredo Barbini Murano Signed Rib Cage Design Italian Art Glass Flower Vase
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful and unusual, vintage Murano hand blown crystal clear, indented and ribbed Italian art glass flower vase. Documented to designer Alfredo Barbini for Oggetti. Signed on the b...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Crystal

Cenedese Pair of Midcentury 1970s Italian Round Black & Clear Murano Glass Vases
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Antonio da Ros for Cenedese pair of large and heavy vintage Mid-Century modern Italian Murano round, circular glass vases or oversized tealight / candle holders, circa 1965-1975. Lar...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Seguso Murano Black White Italian Art Glass Baby Duck Bird Figurine Sculpture
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown black and white spotted Italian art glass baby duck bird figurine sculpture. Documented to designer Archimede Seguso, from the "Bianco Nero" serie...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Pair of Italian Art Deco style Grey and Gold Leaf Murano Glass Vase Lamps
Located in Meda, MB
This pair of Art Deco style vase lamps was produced in Italy in the 2000s. They are completely made of grey Murano glass with little pieces of gold leaf inside.
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Early 2000s Italian Art Deco Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Small Bowl in Green Sommerso Glass, Carlo Scarpa for Venini Murano 1930s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Small Bowl in Green Sommerso Glass, Carlo Scarpa for Venini Murano 1930s An art glass bowl in green sommerso glass, designed by Carlo Scarpa and manufactured by Venini Murano Venice...
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Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Art Glass, Murano Glass

Danilo Zanella - Massive Charging "Toro" Bull Gold Fleck Murano Glass - Italy
By Silvano Signoretto, Pino Signoretto, Danilo Zanella
Located in St. Louis, MO
Murano Glass Master artist Danilo Zanella handmade massive charging " El Toro " Bull Sculpture of Murano glass with gold fleck - made in Italy in the Mid-Century Modern Style. This m...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Dalla Valentina, Master in Murano, Calcedonia and Reticello Murrina, Magnificent
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Here a beautiful bowl signed by Adriano dalla Valentina, Muranese master specialized in self made murrinas objects and sculptures. The bowl lip has two bands of amber and amethyst wi...
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1990s Italian Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Art Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine

Set of Murano Glass Perfume Bottles
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of Murano glass perfume bottles, Made in Italy, 1960's. Some still have the original sticker. Dimensions: Large bottle: 11"H x 5.5"W x 2.5"...
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1960s Italian Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Large Pair of Hollywood Regency Style Cobalt Blue Murano Glass Vases
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Large Pair of Hollywood Regency Style Cobalt Blue Murano Glass Vases  Italy, circa 1980s A rare and exquisite pair of large Hollywood Regency Style Cobalt Blue Murano Glass Vases,...
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20th Century Hollywood Regency Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Vintage Italian Murano Green and Red Hat Vase / Bowl / Plate
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Italian Murano Green and Red Hat Vase / Bowl / Plate This green and red blow Murano glass platter would be a stunning center piece on your coffee or console table. Use it a...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Trio of Donghia Carved Murano Glass 'Bamboo' Vases
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Trio of Donghia Carved Murano Glass 'Bamboo' Vases Italy, circa 1990s  A trio of exquisite Donghia-carved Murano glass 'Bamboo' vases from Italy in the 1990s. This stunning ensemble...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Pair of "Membrane" Murano Glass Vases by Toni Zuccheri for VeArt, Italy, 1970s
Located in Milan, IT
Pair of "Membrane" vases by Toni Zuccheri for VeArt. Murano glass pieces showing Zuccheri research with organic shapes.
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1970s Italian Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

20th Century Vittorio Zecchin Murano Glass Vase for Venini
Located in Turin, Turin
Vittorio Zecchin (1978- 1947) was an Italian artist that dedicated himself to painting, decorative arts and glass. In 1921 he was called to take on the artistic direction of the ne...
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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Glass, Murano Glass

Alessandro Diaz de Santillana Murano glass vase , signed 91 " Scozzesi"
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very nice Scozzesi work in this Venini murano glass designed by the well know artist Alessandro Diaz de Santillana.
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1990s Italian Post-Modern Murano Glass Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Authentic Antique and Vintage Murano Glass Decorative Objects for Sale

The collection of antique and vintage Murano glass decorative objects on 1stDibs includes authentic Murano glass vases, bottles, bowls, sculptures and more.  

These objects are made of Murano glass, named for the Venetian island of Murano, where glassmaking has been practiced for centuries, using a variety of artisanal processes. The glass 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. This glass introduces dazzling pops of colors and provocative forms to your dining table, and mid-century Murano glass is particularly sought after by today’s collectors.  

One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century. While Murano glass is traditionally known for being blown glass, there are also Murano glass beads and mosaics, and the art of Venetian glassblowing has seen a range of different techniques evolve over the course of its long history. These techniques include calcedonio, millefiori and more, and enameling and gilding are also practiced at the furnaces. The celebrated filigrana technique is as old as Renaissance-era Italy, with origins in the 16th century.

This striking chandelier was created using the rigadin technique, which involves blowing the glass into a special bronze mold with grooves that leave an imprint on its molten surface, resulting in either decorative swirls or a ribbed effect.

There are many Murano glassmakers who have gained renown all over the world. 

Ercole Barovier left an indelible mark on the world of Italian modernist glassmaking, for example — his vibrant use of color and exploration of innovative techniques yielded glass vases, chandeliers and other lighting and decorative objects that stand out in any interior many decades later. Barovier’s manufactory was eventually renamed Barovier & Toso, a name under which the company still operates today

Archimede Seguso, whose company was later renamed Seguso Vetri D’Arte, redefined a 650-year family history of Murano glass-making with brilliance and novel techniques, elevating him to an exemplar for the maestros of his time as well as for future generations of glassmakers. 

Founded in 1921 by Milanese lawyer Paolo Venini and antiques dealer Giacomo Cappellin, Venini & Co. played an important role in pairing forward-thinking modernist designers with skilled glassblowers. In Venini’s early years, the firm was led by visionary art directors Napoleone Martinuzzi and Vittorio Zecchin, and would eventually collaborate with Gio Ponti, Massimo Vignelli and Finnish designer Tapio Wirkkala. ​​In 1925, Venini earned the Grand Prix at the International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts — the design fair that introduced the Art Deco style to the world. 

The story of Salviati glass, which supported the revival of Venice’s flagging Murano glass industry in the 19th century, began with Vicenza-born lawyer and entrepreneur Antonio Salviati whose love of Murano glass art and mosaics inspired him to establish his own mosaic and glass manufacturing firm.

Find antique and vintage Murano glass decorative objects on 1stDibs.

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