Early 20th Century Japanese Hand-Carved Bamboo Vessel
Located in Germantown, MD
An Early 20th century Japanese hand carved Bamboo Vessel in great vintage condition.
Early 20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Antique Vessel
Bamboo
Early 20th Century Japanese Hand-Carved Bamboo Vessel
Located in Germantown, MD
An Early 20th century Japanese hand carved Bamboo Vessel in great vintage condition.
Bamboo
19th Century Terracotta Spanish Vessel
Located in Dallas, TX
Large terracotta planter dating back to the 19th century. Item features small circular design along the neck. Origin: Spain.
Terracotta
19th Century Terracotta Spanish Vessel
Located in Dallas, TX
Large terracotta planter dating back to the 19th century. Origin: Spain.
Terracotta
Antique Hand-Built Stoneware Vessel, Textured Relief, 20" Tall
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This striking antique stoneware vessel is a powerful example of hand-built ceramic craftsmanship, featuring a tall cylindrical form enriched with deeply textured, armor-like relief d...
Stoneware
Antique Islamic Lidded Copper Repoussé Vessel
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Antique Islamic Repoussé Lidded Copper Vessel 9 h x 12 Original vintage condition Refer to all images
Copper
19th Century Puglian Glazed Terracotta Storage Vessel with Twin Handles
Located in Coral Gables, FL
19th Century Puglian Glazed Terracotta Storage Vessel with Twin Handles Late 19th century hand-thrown terracotta storage vessel from Puglia, Southern Italy, featuring a warm cream g...
Ceramic
Japanese Decorative Vessel, Japan, Wabi Sabi, Early 20th Century
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
Japanese vessel with rounded body and slender neck, the form recalls both sake bottles and flower vases, embodying the versatile aesthetics of Japanese decorative arts.
Metal
A Large 19th Century Brass Vessel with Zoomorphic Spout
Located in London, GB
A large late nineteenth century brass vessel, the swollen body with central banding and zoomorphic spout, the elongated neck with curved handle, all supported on a splayed circular b...
Brass
Chinese Cizhou Ware Vessel, Southern Song Dynasty
Located in Warminster, GB
A cizhou ware slip-glazed ceramic vessel modelled on a leather water container used by nomads in the north of China.
Ceramic
Japanese Carved Wooden Vessel, Wabi Sabi, Japan, 20th Century
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
A finely carved Japanese wooden flower vessel in the form of a traditional bucket (oke).
Wood
Early 19th Century French Conscience Vessel
Located in Ongar, GB
A rare and beautiful late 18th early 19th century French Conscience vessel which were used for carrying water. This one has the most wonderful vibrant colour glaze making it a very d...
Earthenware
Rare Antique Multi-Spouted Terracotta Ritual Vessel with Pedestal Base
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This rare and visually captivating multi-spouted terracotta vessel is a striking example of ritual-inspired pottery, blending sculptural artistry with historical influence.
Terracotta
Chinese Lobed Pantry Vessel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Charged with the humble task of storing dry goods, this small earthenware jar was hand-shaped in the early 20th century with balanced proportions and a beautifully irregular unglazed...
Ceramic
Pair of Chinese Terracotta Urns / Vessels
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of urn shapped terracotta pots or vessels wiht glazed decorations, China, 1930s. Provincial rustic handmade terracotta wine jars or preserving pots.
Earthenware, Terracotta, Clay
Early 20th Century American Glazed Stoneware Vessel with Painterly Design
Located in Wainscott, NY
Early 20th Century American Glazed Stoneware Vessel with Painterly Finish has a unique shape unlike common studio pottery shapes.
Clay, Stoneware
Double Spout and Bridge Vessel Nasca, Peru, 200-600 BCE
Located in Pasadena, CA
Double Spout and Bridge Vessel, Nasca, Peru, 200-600 BCE. Wonderfully painted, perfect for any collection.
Pottery
Shigaraki Tsubo Ceramic Vessel, Edo Style, Glazed, Japan, 18th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Japanese ceramic vessel from Shiga, Japan. This piece gains its unique glaze and irregularities from the firing process in which wood is added to the kiln.
Ceramic
Hand Built Coil Vessel in Matte Red Orange Glaze
Located in Southampton, NJ
Hand Built Coil Vessel in Matte Red Orange Glaze. Unique and irregular structure with details that add to it's character.
Clay
$710 / set
H 1.97 in Dm 2.76 in
Miniature Art Nouveau Diskometal Vessels by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Miniature Diskometal Vessels made by Just Andersen in the 1920s. * Set (2) of miniature diskometal vessels with snake-shaped handles, original ink wells * Designer: Just Andersen * ...
Metal
Chinese Cast Iron Vessel, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This cast-iron vessel has an elegant form reminiscent of the beautiful ironwork, bronzes, and ceramics perfected by Chinese artisans thousands of years ago.
Iron
Early 20th Century African Milk Vessel Uganda Hima Ekyanzi
Located in Vancouver, BC
An incredibly unique wooden vessel carved from a single piece of wood in Uganda.
Aluminum
Chinese Lobed Pantry Vessel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Charged with the humble task of storing dry goods, this small earthenware jar was hand-shaped in the early 20th century with balanced proportions and a beautifully irregular unglazed...
Ceramic
Ancient Egypt Globular Vessel of the "ear" type in Breccia Marble
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The largest cache of these vessels was discovered in 1933 by the architect Jean P.
Breccia Marble
Chinese Finely Cast 19th Century Bronze Vessel circa 1860
Located in Central England, GB
A Chinese Finely Cast 19th century bronze vessel This bold and stylish Chinese shaped hexagonal vessel is heavily cast in solid bronze.
Bronze
$1,160Sale Price|20% Off
H 4.5 in Dm 6.5 in
Late 19th Century Black/Brown Etched Burmese Ceramic Vessel
Located in Wainscott, NY
This small but impressive ceramic vessel is very lovely in person. The look and weight when holding, make it far more important a piece than mere images can portray.
Ceramic
Ming Dynasty Unglazed White Ceramic Food Vessel, 18th Century, China
Located in New York, NY
18th century Chinese Ming dynasty rare unglazed white ceramic food vessel. Two handles. Beautiful natural patina. Two available and sold individually.
Ceramic
$3,766
H 25.6 in Dm 23.63 in
Large 19th C Islamic Engraved Copper Water Vessel with Quranic Calligraph
Located in Nottingham, GB
This monumental Islamic water vessel is an impressive example of nineteenth-century metalwork, executed in hand-hammered copper and retaining traces of its original tinned surface.
Copper
Large Antique Hand-Hammered Copper Grain Pouring Vessel
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
The vessel retains its original removable copper lid topped with a small brass finial.
Copper, Brass
Early 20th C Tall French Green Handled Ceramic Vessel
Located in Troy, MI
Found in France, this large amphora-shaped vase dates from approximately 1910. Glazed in traditional French colors with warm brown glaze at the base and green glaze on the handles an...
Ceramic
$2,826Sale Price|20% Off
H 18.12 in W 14.97 in D 12.21 in
Spanish Large Terracotta Water Jar / Pitcher / Vessel
Located in Barcelona, ES
Interesting to be used as decorative vessel to add a natural accent in any Contemporary, Rustic, Natural or Wabi-sabi decoration.
Ceramic, Earthenware, Terracotta
Antique Hanging Copper Water or Oil Vessel
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Unique copper water or oil vessel. Great lines and visual impact. Urn shape with lidded top.
Copper
Superb Hammered Copper Vessel - France, Early 20th Century
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
This unique piece is lovely in every respect: the finish of the hammered copper, the wonderful flared shape, the vibrant verdigris interior... An unusual and striking piece. Very ...
Large Han Dynasty Hu Green Glazed Mythical Beasts Vessel
Located in Dallas, TX
Not everyone could afford inlaid bronzes and decorative lacquers for their tombs, so ceramic models imitated these forms and their decorations, and were placed in tombs. The designs...
Pottery
Vintage Bidriware Sterling Silver on Patinated Bronze Vase or Vessel
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful bidriware sterling silver on patinated bronze vase or vessel India, Circa Early 20th Century Measures: 6"W x 6"D x 10"H.
Sterling Silver, Bronze
Japanese Late Meiji Period Bronze Vessel with Red Mottled Patina
Located in Montreal, QC
Japanese late Meiji period bronze vessel, beautifully patinated with riche brow and red patina.
Bronze
19th Century Terracotta Vessel with Dark Brown Hand Painting, China
Located in New York, NY
19th century China large terracotta cream ground vessel with dark brown decorative hand painting. Calligraphy design.
Terracotta
$3,600 / set
H 7.75 in W 4.5 in D 5 in
Eight Vintage Chinese Soapstone Carved Brush Pots & Vessels. Early 20th Century.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A charming collection of eight Chinese early 20th century hand-carved soapstone vessels, showcasing traditional Chinese craftsmanship and natural stone beauty.
Soapstone
$2,054
H 15.75 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in
Late 18th Century Spanish Wabi-Sabi Stapled Vessel from Calanda
Located in London, GB
A late 18th/early 19th century terracotta vessel with contrasting decorative banding and characterful staple iron repairs.
Terracotta
$900 / item
H 16.93 in Dm 10.63 in
Copper and Brass Hand-Forged Decorative Vessel with Bird Spout, 1800s
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Vintage Copper & Brass Decorative Objects This charming hand-forged vessel features rich copper tones, a sculptural brass bird-shaped spout, and an elegant arched handle.
Copper
Rare 19th Century Hoshiarpur Hand Crafted Vessel
Located in London, GB
Rare 19th Century Hoshiarpur Hand Crafted Vessel A rare example of a late 19th century hand crafted Indian Hoshiarpur inlayed vessel of sorts.
Wood
Cerulean Blue Art Deco Vessel by Pilkington Royal Lancastrian Pottery
By Pilkington's Royal Lancastrian Pottery Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cerulean Blue Art Deco Vessel by Pilkington Royal Lancastrian Pottery. England, circa 1920.
Clay
Light Blue Art Deco Vessel by Pilkington Royal Lancastrian Pottery
By Pilkington's Royal Lancastrian Pottery Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cerulean Blue Art Deco Vessel by Pilkington Royal Lancastrian Pottery. England, circa 1920.
Clay
16th Century Cambodian Shipwrecked Vessel With Natural Shells And Barnacles
Located in New York, NY
16th century Cambodian vessel found from shipwreck of the coast of Cambodia.
Ceramic
Early 19th Century Terracotta Vessel from Spain
Located in Dallas, TX
This terracotta vessel origins from Spain, circa 1820.
Terracotta
$425
H 14.25 in W 9 in D 9 in
Antique Japanese Champleve Cloisonne Enamel Bronze Twin Handle 14" Vessel Vase
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Japanese Champleve Cloisonne Enamel Bronze Foo Dog Twin Handle 14" Vessel Vase. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 14.25" H x 9" W x 9" D.
Bronze
Early 20th Century Large Anglo-Japanese Hand Carved Bamboo Vessel
Located in Germantown, MD
An Early 20th century Anglo-Japanese hand carved bamboo vessel in great vintage condition.
Bamboo
Pre-Columbian Stirrup Vessel from Moche Culture
Located in Atlanta, GA
A ceramic stirrup vessel pot from late Moche culture circa 500-700AD in nowadays Northern Coast of Peru.
Ceramic
Pre-Columbian Earthenware Dog Vessel, Colima, Western Mexico
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Pre-Columbian Earthenware Dog Vessel, Colima, Western Mexico A lively pre-Columbian Colima dog vessel sitting back on its haunches, with one foot slightly lifted off the ground as i...
Terracotta
North African Terracotta Vessel
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted almost 200 years ago in the mid-1800s, this terracotta vessel is a true work of art.
Terracotta
$2,000
H 34.26 in Dm 20.87 in
Japanese Antique Large Paper-Covered Pottery Vase 1860s-1900s / Vessel Wabisabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
It was a utilitarian vessel that supported the country’s systems of distribution and commerce, and was primarily used for the transport and storage of tea leaves.
Pottery, Paper
$900
H 8.75 in W 8.75 in D 8.75 in
Sican-Chimu Transitional Pottery Twin-Spouted Vessel, ca. 1100–1470 CE
Located in Topanga, CA
Pre-Columbian, Peru, Sican-Chimu transitional period, circa 1100–1470 CE. A striking ceramic vessel showcasing the refined artistry of Peru’s northern coastal cultures.
Ceramic
Antique Large Heavy Solid Hammered Lidded Copper Vessel
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Large Heavy Solid Hammered Lidded Copper Vessel Unusual antique, nice with an attractive shape, and the original lid Forged iron handles with ear shapes on each side 16" Dia,...
Copper, Iron
$295
H 12 in W 8 in D 8 in
Antique Japanese Champleve Cloisonne Enamel Bronze Twin Handle 12" Vessel Vase
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Japanese Champleve Cloisonne Enamel Bronze Twin Handle 12" Vessel Vase. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 12" H x 8" W x 8" D.
Bronze
$11,249
H 10.63 in Dm 7.88 in
Large Antique Chinese Porcelain Kangxi Period Wine Vessel Flowers Silver
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
The large cobalt blue wine vessel with nice handle and beautiful decoration of flowers.
Porcelain
$1,040
H 8 in Dm 7.5 in
19th Century Indian Brass & Copper Ritual Vessel with Hand-Etched Hindu Deities
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This remarkable 19th-century Indian ritual vessel is a museum-worthy example of traditional South Asian metal artistry, showcasing an extraordinary level of craftsmanship and cultura...
Brass, Copper
19th Century Textured Terra Cotta Food Vessels from North Vietnam
Located in New York, NY
North Vietnamese textured terra cotta pots that were used as food vessels. Each pot varies in size and texture. Sizes range from 7" diameter x 6" height to 7" diameter x 9" height.
Terracotta
Antique bronze vessel with classic Asian motifs and artists stamp
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Fabulous, hand-crafted antique black bronze vessel with dragons, birds and other classical Asian motif reliefs and etchings.
Bronze
For thousands of years, vases and vessels have had meaningful functional value in civilizations all over the world. In Ancient Greece, ceramic vessels were used for transporting water and dry goods, holding bouquets of flowers, for storage and more. Outside of utilitarian use, in cities such as Athens, vases were a medium for artistic expression — pottery was a canvas for artists to illustrate their cultures’ unique people, beliefs and more. And pottery skills were handed down from fathers to sons.
Every antique and vintage vase and vessel, from decorative Italian urns to French 19th-century Louis XVI–style lidded vases, carries with it a rich, layered story.
On 1stDibs, there is a vast array of vases and vessels in a variety of colors, sizes and shapes. Our collection features vessels made from delicate materials such as ceramic and glass as well as durable materials like rustproof metals and stone.
A contemporary vase can help introduce an air of elegance to your minimalist space while an antique Chinese jar would make a luxurious addition to an Asian-inspired interior. Alternatively, if you’re looking for a statement piece, consider an Art Deco vase crafted by Italian architect and furniture designer Gio Ponti.
Vases and vessels — be they handmade pots, handblown glass wine bottles or otherwise — are versatile, practical decorative objects, and no matter your particular design preferences, furniture style or color scheme, they can add beauty and warmth to any home. Find yours on 1stDibs today.
The French sculptor shaped dense blocks into tactile forms meant to be used and held.
After synthetic dyes changed fashion, home goods and printed matter, it was only a matter of time till glass caught up.
The brilliantly simple design turns a modest bouquet into a major statement.
The Greek tragedian is said to have been handsome in his day.
Even for those who don’t indulge, elegant smoking accessories and audacious art portraying cigar enthusiasts hold a nostalgic allure.
It’s an excellent example of the sought-after ceramics coming out of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.