In the late 19th century, the idea of art for art’s sake was strong—and this concept also extended to Murano glass. The Fish and Eel Vase (c. 1890) included in SAAM’s show is a sterling ...

Of course, like sand, the main component of glass, such expertise was impossible to fully contain. Murano lost its dominance by the 18th century, as countries including France, England and Germany ...

Dezeen promotion: Greek designer Yiannis Ghikas has designed the Soda coffee table from hand-blown Murano glass for Italian furniture makers Miniforms. The pieces of chubby furniture were ...