Knowledge
Murano encyclopedia
Everything we've learned about vintage Murano glass — techniques, makers, history and care. Written from years of handling the glass ourselves.
GuideHow to spot real Murano glass
The flea market's hardest question: is it real Murano, or just Italian glass that looks like it? Here's what we look for ourselves.
7 min read
MakersThe major Murano glassworks worth knowing
Vetri, Mazzega, Seguso, Venini, Barovier, Vistosi, La Murrina — seven names that come up again and again in vintage Murano. Here's what they stand for.
9 min read
TechniqueSommerso technique explained
It's the word you keep running into when reading about Murano glass. Here's what sommerso actually means, and how to recognise it.
5 min read
DesignA short history of the mushroom lamp
The round, mushroom-shaped table lamp in mouth-blown Murano glass is one of the biggest comeback pieces of the 70s. Here's where it comes from.
6 min read
GuideMurano vs. other Italian glass
Empoli, Pisa, Cenedese, Murano — Italian glass comes from many places, not just one island. Here are the differences that actually matter.
5 min read
CareHow to care for your vintage Murano lamp
The glass has lasted 60 years. With a little care it will last 60 more. Here's the short guide to cleaning, wiring, and what to avoid.
6 min read