Ceramic Sculptural Vessel
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vases
Ceramic, Faience
2010s British Rococo Vases
Ceramic
2010s British Organic Modern Vases
Ceramic
2010s British Organic Modern Vases
Ceramic
2010s British Organic Modern Vases
Ceramic
20th Century American Post-Modern Vases
Pottery, Ceramic
2010s American Modern Vases
Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Urns
Ceramic
20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vases
Ceramic
2010s American Modern Vases
Ceramic, Porcelain
Late 20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases
Ceramic
2010s American Modern Vases
Porcelain, Clay, Ceramic
2010s Brazilian Vases
Ceramic
2010s Brazilian Vases
Ceramic
2010s Brazilian Vases
Ceramic
2010s Brazilian Vases
Ceramic
2010s Norwegian Post-Modern Vases
Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay
2010s Norwegian Post-Modern Vases
Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay
2010s New Zealand Post-Modern Vases
Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay
2010s New Zealand Post-Modern Vases
Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay
2010s New Zealand Post-Modern Vases
Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay
2010s New Zealand Post-Modern Vases
Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay
2010s New Zealand Post-Modern Vases
Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay
2010s New Zealand Post-Modern Vases
Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay
2010s New Zealand Post-Modern Vases
Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay
2010s New Zealand Post-Modern Vases
Stoneware, Clay, Ceramic
2010s New Zealand Post-Modern Vases
Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay
2010s New Zealand Post-Modern Vases
Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay
2010s New Zealand Post-Modern Vases
Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay
2010s New Zealand Post-Modern Vases
Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay
2010s New Zealand Post-Modern Vases
Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay
2010s New Zealand Post-Modern Vases
Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay
2010s New Zealand Post-Modern Vases
Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Vases
Ceramic
20th Century American Vases
Ceramic
2010s New Zealand Post-Modern Vases
Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay
2010s New Zealand Post-Modern Vases
Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay
2010s British Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures
Ceramic
2010s New Zealand Post-Modern Vases
Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay
Vintage 1960s British Brutalist Vases
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Vases
Ceramic
2010s Norwegian Post-Modern Vases
Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay
2010s Norwegian Post-Modern Vases
Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay
2010s Norwegian Post-Modern Vases
Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Vases
Ceramic
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases
Ceramic
2010s American Modern Vases
Ceramic, Clay, Stoneware
2010s Danish Vases
Concrete
2010s New Zealand Post-Modern Vases
Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay
2010s New Zealand Post-Modern Vases
Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay
2010s Vases
Ceramic, Epoxy Resin
2010s Vases
Ceramic, Epoxy Resin
1990s American Modern Vases
Ceramic
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vases
Ceramic
2010s European Modern Vases
Ceramic
Vintage 1970s American Modern Vases
Ceramic
Late 20th Century American Modern Vases
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
2010s Danish Vases
Ceramic
2010s Danish Vases
Ceramic
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Finding the Right Vases for You
Whether it’s a Chinese Han dynasty glazed ceramic wine vessel, a work of Murano glass or a hand-painted Scandinavian modern stoneware piece, a fine vase brings a piece of history into your space as much as it adds a sophisticated dynamic.
Like sculptures or paintings, antique and vintage vases are considered works of fine art. Once offered as tributes to ancient rulers, vases continue to be gifted to heads of state today. Over time, decorative porcelain vases have become family heirlooms to be displayed prominently in our homes — loved pieces treasured from generation to generation.
The functional value of vases is well known. They were traditionally utilized as vessels for carrying dry goods or liquids, so some have handles and feature an opening at the top (where they flare back out). While artists have explored wildly sculptural alternatives over time, the most conventional vase shape is characterized by a bulbous base and a body with shoulders where the form curves inward.
Owing to their intrinsic functionality, vases are quite possibly versatile in ways few other art forms can match. They’re typically taller than they are wide. Some have a neck that offers height and is ideal for the stems of cut flowers. To pair with your mid-century modern decor, the right vase will be an elegant receptacle for leafy snake plants on your teak dining table, or, in the case of welcoming guests on your doorstep, a large ceramic floor vase for long tree branches or sticks — perhaps one crafted in the Art Nouveau style — works wonders.
Interior designers include vases of every type, size and style in their projects — be the canvas indoors or outdoors — often introducing a splash of color and a range of textures to an entryway or merely calling attention to nature’s asymmetries by bringing more organically shaped decorative objects into a home.
On 1stDibs, you can browse our collection of vases by material, including ceramic, glass, porcelain and more. Sizes range from tiny bud vases to massive statement pieces and every size in between.
- What is a ceramic vessel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A ceramic vessel is a hard-brittle material that is made by firing clay and other similar substances. It is used to store, transport and drink liquids such as water or wine. Shop a variety of vintage and antique ceramic vessels on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between ceramics and sculpture comes down to their purpose and materials. Made out of clay, ceramics are usually functional arts, meaning they serve a purpose beyond mere decoration. Examples include vases, bowls and drinkware. Sculpture is fine art. Sculptors use a wide range of materials, such as stone, wood, clay and plaster, to produce three-dimensional pieces that communicate messages, express thoughts and emotions or tell stories. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of ceramics and sculptures.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024The difference between sculpture and ceramics comes down largely to form and materials. Sculptures are three-dimensional works of art that can be produced out of a variety of materials, such as stone, wood, metal or plaster. Ceramics are decorative objects made out of earthen materials, such as clay. Some sculptures are made of ceramics, but ceramics can also be used to produce other types of objects, such as bowls, vases and dinnerware. Shop a wide variety of sculpture and ceramics on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between sculpture clay and ceramic clay is composition. Sculpture clay usually involves synthetic polymers that make it easy to work into highly complex shapes. Although there are various types of ceramic clay, it generally is a mix of kaolin and ball clay, which are less flexible and stretchy. Due to its properties, it can be formed into more basic shapes. Find a variety of ceramics and sculptures on 1stDibs.
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