Not everything you see can be believed right? Well unfortunately this is even true with Murano Glass. In June 2010, the Italian Carbaniere siezed over 11 Million USD worth of Fake Jewellery being sold in amongst authentic Murano Glass pieces. Over 16 Million smaller items were siezed that had been imported from China, mixed amongst genuine articles but had Made in Italy labels attached to make them seem like they were the genuine article. The only way you can be 100% sure that what you are buying is totally authentic is to deal with an organisation that guarantees you that your purchase is genuine. The picture you see is that of 100% authentic Murano Jewellery, lampworked by one of Venice's leading masters.
VETRO ARTISTCO MURANO or VAM label is issued to participating Glass blowing furnaces in Venice. This label is a statement of professional ethics issued by the furnace issued with the unique 3 digit number that ensure that the uphold the finest traditions and ethics of the Murano Glass blowing fraternity.
Paper or foil labels are are normally seen on Vintage to Antique Murano Glass pieces. Many labels have also been faked and applied to modern day pieces made in China as the story above outlines, the applied to these pieces when imported from China to Venice. It is quite rare to find existing labels intact on Vintage pieces as many have worn off over time.
Paper or foil labels are are normally seen on Vintage to Antique Murano Glass pieces. Many labels have also been faked and applied to modern day pieces made in China as the story above outlines, the applied to these pieces when imported from China to Venice.
Acid Etched signatures are sometimes found on both pieces dating from the early 20th century to the Modern day. These are not hard to fake but rarely do you see pieces with acid etched signatures that are anything but authentic
Only purchase from someone that can give you a 100% ironclad guarantee that your purchase is totally authentic and can be traced back to a furnace with a date of production and all certifying information.
MURANO ART GLASS AUSTRALIA are authorised agents for over 7 furnaces in Murano Venice for the OCEANIA region including the world famous firm of ZANETTI MURANO S.R.L
