Murano is actually an island in the north of Italy, right next to Venice. That is why Murano Glass is often associated with Venetian Glass. Since the end of 13th century, Murano is the most famous place for Glassmaking in the world. The glass artists living in Murano are keeping their unique glass making techniques a secret since centuries. This glass is made from silica, soda, lime and potassium melted together in a special furnace at a temperature of 1500°C to reach a liquid state. Very thin layers of real gold or sterling silver are often added to the glass mixture (also known as gold or silver leaf), along with various minerals to give glass its vibrant colors and designs.

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