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What is the difference between a vase and an amphora?
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The difference between a vase and an amphora comes down to specificity. An amphora is a vessel that features arched handles positioned on either side of its neck. A vase is any decorative container that can be used to hold a flower arrangement. Amphoras can be used as vases, but not all vases are amphoras. Explore an assortment of vases and vessels on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
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Victorian Burmese Glass Vases Set by Thomas Webb & Sons, England, 1890
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Exceptional set of three English Burmese art glass vases manufactured by Thomas Webb & Sons in England during the Victorian period, circa the late 19th century. The pieces displa...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Vases
Materials
Glass
Murano Sommerso Glass Vases, Green & Orange, Italy, 1970
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Pair of Murano art glass vases made using the celebrated Sommerso technique, featuring a striking combination of deep green, orange and transparent glass.
The pieces have a sculptur...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Accolay Gauloise Series Stoneware Ceramic Pitcher, France, 1950s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
This French ceramic pitcher was produced by Accolay in Burgundy, France, during the 1960s and belongs to the Gauloise series.
The piece measures 10.4 inches (26.5 cm) high and 5.3 i...
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Antique Art Nouveau Hungarian Zsolnay Tádé Sikorski Openwork Floral Mallow Vases
By Zsolnay, Tádé Sikorski
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of two antique art nouveau Zsolnay reticulated pierced openwork floral faience vases from the Mályva (Mallow) series. Designed by Tádé Sikorski. Made in Pecs Hungary. Five C...
Category
Antique 19th Century Hungarian Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Porcelain
La Rosa White Centerpiece
Located in Milan, IT
A striking centerpiece showcasing open roses in a captivating glossy white finish. Crafted from fine ceramics, this piece combines artistic elegance with color, making it a standout ...
Category
2010s Italian Garniture
Materials
Ceramic
$700 / item
Vintage Murano Blown Glass Vase, 1980s, Italian Design
Located in Torino, Piemonte
Murano blown glass vase with speckled patterns in amber, orange, and black; 1960s.
CONDITION:
In good condition; may show slight signs of wear.
DIMENSIONS:
Height 25;
Diameter 15 c...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
