1960s Op Art Glass MCM Vase by Frantisek Vizner for Sklo Union Libochovice
By Lalique
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Vintage optical pressed glass vase, designed by Frantisek Vizner for Sklo Union Libochovice in 1962. Made in former Czechoslovakia. It has no chips and no cracks.
Glass
Mid Century Modern Swedish Ceramic Yellow Floor Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
Elevate your home decor with this stunning MCM Vase, a perfect blend of style and functionality.
Ceramic
Brutalist MCM Stoneware Bud Vase
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice MCM brutalist studio pottery stoneware vase, circa 1970s.
Stoneware
MCM Japanese Ikebana Ceramic Vase
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice MCM Japanese ikebana semi-circle ceramic vase, circa 1970s.
Ceramic
Vintage MCM Hand Painted Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exquisite Royal Copenhagen "Baca" series vase is a quintessential example of Mid-Century Danish modernism. Designed by the celebrated artist Nils Thorsson in the 1960s, the vess...
Ceramic
$200Sale Price|20% Off
MCM Round Earthenware Bud Vase
Located in San Diego, CA
MCM round earthenware signed bud vase, circa 1970s.
Earthenware
$400 / item
Large MCM Studio Pottery Vase - Signed
Located in San Diego, CA
Large MCM studio pottery vase with a volcanic rock finish, circa 1970s.
Stoneware
Modernist MCM Solid Teak Bud Vase
Located in San Diego, CA
A really cool modernist MCM solid staved teak bud vase, circa the 1970s.
Teak
MCM California Studio Pottery Stoneware Vase
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice MCM California studio pottery stoneware vase with brown earth tones, circa 1970s.
Pottery
American MCM Signed Rosewood Bud Vase
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice American MCM signed rosewood bud vase, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 3.5"Dx 9.5"H.
Rosewood
MCM California Studio Pottery Stoneware Vase
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice MCM California studio pottery stoneware vase with brown and green earth tones and pinched sides, circa 1966.
Pottery
MCM Stoneware Vase by Fratelli Fanciullacci
By Fratelli Fanciullacci
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful MCM stoneware vase by Fratelli Fanciullacci, circa 1960s.
Pottery
Modernist MCM Teak and Glass Bud Vase
Located in San Diego, CA
A really cool modernist MCM solid teak and glass cylinder bud vase, circa the 1970s.
Teak, Glass
Vintage Italian MCM Rosenthal Netter Ceramic Vase
By Rosenthal Netter
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vibrant cylindrical vase was created in Italy for the renowned importer Rosenthal-Netter, a hallmark of sophisticated mid-century interior decor. Featuring a rhythmic, hand-pain...
Ceramic
$239Sale Price|20% Off
MCM Copper Ice Bucket Vase
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Mid century modern copper ice bucket .
Copper
Vintage MCM Original Studio Pottery Engraved Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exceptional vintage studio pottery vase is a masterclass in Mid-Century Modern design, echoing the iconic aesthetic of mid-century Italian ceramics. Hand-thrown with a sophistic...
Pottery
Vintage MCM West German Glazed Ceramic Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exceptional original West German art pottery vase is a masterclass in Mid-Century Modern design, embodying the vibrant energy and experimental spirit of the 1960s "Fat Lava" era...
Ceramic
$240Sale Price|20% Off
MCM Powder Blue Ceramic Vase by Hyalyn
By Hyalyn
Located in San Diego, CA
A very fun MCM powder blue ceramic vase by Hyalyn, circa 1960s.
Ceramic
Vintage MCM West German Studio Pottery Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fantastic vintage MCM table vase. An iconic West German design with a repeating ring of design characters.
Pottery
$600Sale Price|20% Off
MCM Flat Porcelain Vase by Jessie Higginson
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice MCM style flat porcelain vase with inlaid glazed geometric design by Jessie Higginson, circa 2000s.
Porcelain
Danish MCM Stoneware Vase by Tue Poulsen, 1960s.
By Tue Poulsen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish MCM Stoneware Vase by Tue Poulsen, 1960s. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern cylindrical stoneware vase in brutalist style.
Stoneware
MCM Drip Glaze "Stamped" Studio Pottery Stoneware Vase
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice MCM drip glaze studio pottery stoneware vase, circa 1970s.
Stoneware
Rare Ruscha Hellas Handled Jug Vase Geomitric Pattern Pottery Vase MCM
By Ruscha
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This striking mid-century modern handled jug vase is a rare piece from the Hellas series by Ruscha Keramik, Germany. Crafted in ceramic, the vase showcases a bold, tapered silhouette...
Ceramic, Clay, Pottery
German Studio Ceramic Vase Monika Maetzel McM Design, 1960er
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
German Studio Ceramic Vase Monika Maetzel McM Design, 1960er Elegant vintage vase by Monika Maetzel.
Ceramic
MCM Signed Ceramic Studio Pottery Vase Large 23"
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Offering One of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Art Acquisitions Of A Signed Large Ceramic Studio Pottery Vase Approximate...
Ceramic
Vintage Italian mcm enamel bud vase, circa 1960
Located in View Park, CA
A mid century modern Italian bud vase, circa 1960. In tones of persimmon and licorice. Pick up in central west Los Angeles or we ship worldwide. 1.6” diameter x 8” height
Enamel
MCM California Studio Pottery Stoneware Fan Shaped Vase - Signed
Located in San Diego, CA
A very well crafted MCM California studio pottery stoneware fan shaped vase, circa 1970s.
Stoneware
Danish MCM Ceramic Vase by Mette Doller, Svaneke. 1960s.
By Mette Doller
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish MCM Ceramic Vase by Mette Doller, Svaneke. 1960s.
Ceramic
$132Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Nemadji Pottery Vase mcm home décor antique mid century Decorative Vase
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Nemadji Pottery Vase mcm home décor antique mid century decorative pot flower vase Dimensions. 6 W ; 4 1/2 D ; 7 1/2 H
Pottery
MCM Signed California Studio Pottery Stoneware Vase with Sunbursts
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice MCM signed California studio pottery stoneware vase with sunbursts, circa 1960s.
Pottery
Vintage Vase - Wolfgang Thibault Keramik Mid Century McM Design, 1970s
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Vintage Vase - Wolfgang Thibault Keramik - Mid Century McM Design - 1970s Interesting, elegant and hand -turned vase from the pottery Wolfgang Thibault, whom on the underside with '...
Pottery
Pair of Modernist MCM Solid Teak and Brass Bud Vases
Located in San Diego, CA
A really cool pair of modernist MCM solid teak and brass pedestal vases, circa the 1960s.
Teak
Small MCM Drip Glaze Ceramic Vase by Ken's of California
Located in San Diego, CA
Small MCM drip glaze ceramic vase by Ken's of California, circa 1960s.
Ceramic
MCM Drip Glaze Studio Pottery Stoneware Vase by Del Soto
By David Cressey
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice MCM drip glaze studio pottery stoneware vase by Del Soto, circa 1971.
Stoneware
MCM Royal Copenhagen Cylindrical Faience Vase By Niels Thorsson, Denmark
By Nils Thorsson, Royal Copenhagen
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Niels Thorsson Faience Vase. Wonderful cylindrical piece to add to any collection of these desirable Scandinavian Modern ceramic sculptural vessels. Swedish-Danish...
Ceramic, Faience
Miguel Pineda Mexican MCM Enameled Silverplate Vase with Prehispanic Scene
By Miguel Pineda
Located in Mexico City, MX
A fine 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern silver plate with enamel vase by Mexican designer Miguel Pineda. The multi-color enamel shows a Mayan sacrifice scene with fantastic creatures...
Silver Plate, Enamel
Vintage Duchin MCM Creation Sterling Silver Base Etched Glass Bud Vase
By Maurice Duchin
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage Duchin MCM Creation Sterling Silver Base Etched Glass Bud Vase, circa 1960s.
Sterling Silver
MCM Stig Lindberg Stoneware Conical Vase, Domino Series, Black/White, 1954
By Stig Lindberg
Located in Downingtown, PA
Modernist Rhythm: Stig Lindberg — Domino Series Conical Vase Object: Conical Vase, Domino Series Designer: Stig Lindberg (1916–1982) Manufacturer: Gustavsberg, Sweden Date: Designed ...
Porcelain
Hutschenreuther, Heinrich Fuchs, MCM Porcelain Vase, Germany, circa 1970's
By Dr. Heinrich Fuchs, Hutschenreuther
Located in Chatham, ON
Hutschenreuther (Manufacturer) - Dr. Heinrich Fuchs (Designer) - Mid century porcelain vase - featuring Origami-like folds in the design that play with light and the unique shape - w...
Porcelain
Pair of Large Italian MCM Italica Ars Atomic Red Vases
Located in Forney, TX
Scarce pair of vintage Italian Mid-Century Modern Italica ARS large hand-turned Fine pottery vases. Bright atomic red glaze with wide rim on tapered body, ending in circular foot, ma...
Pottery
$260Sale Price|20% Off
MCM Drip Glazed Vase by Flamand J.W.C. of Belgium
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice MCM drip glazed vase by Flamand J.W.C. of Belgium, circa 1960s.
Pottery
Vintage Miniature Italian Ceramic MCM Pitcher, Midcentury Modern Blue Bud Vase
By Bitossi
Located in Chicago, IL
Color, shape and line converge in a miniature modernist mid century Italian glazed ceramic vase. Primary colors of blue, yellow and red give this small piece a potent appeal. Not one...
Ceramic
Large MCM Solid Staved Teak Vase with Tiger Wood Trim by Tieszen
Located in San Diego, CA
A really cool large MCM solid staved teak vase with tiger wood trim by Tieszen of San Diego, CA, circa the 1970s.
Teak
$376Sale Price|20% Off
MCM Rare Art Glass Vase by Nanny Still, Finland 1960's
By Nanny Still
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern Scandinavian Design Rare Art Glass Vase by Nanny Still, made in Finland 1960's. Orange to red fade pressed glass vase with ball sphere shapes and hooped bot...
Glass
$408Sale Price|20% Off
1960s Swedish Pukeberg Heavy Glass Ice Vase by Uno Westerberg, MCM
By Pukeberg Sweden, Uno Westerberg
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage 1960s stunning heavy "Ice Glass" vase designed by Uno Westerberg for Pukeberg Sweden. It offers a superb organic design and beautiful dimensions, ideal for accommodating medi...
Glass, Art Glass
Marcello Fantoni Leather Ceramic Vase with Horse Design Vintage Italian MCM
By Marcello Fantoni
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
An iconic mid-century modern vase or vessel by Italian artist Marcello Fantoni. Leather encased ceramic vase with a modernist horse design. Circa 1950s. Marcello Fantoni (1915-2011) ...
Ceramic, Leather
Vintage Terracotta Extra Large Vessel Floor Vase with Rings - MCM Retro 1970s
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This stunning vintage terracotta floor vase is a true statement piece, showcasing the artistry of the 70s and 80s Postmodern MCM (Mid-Century Modern) design.
Terracotta
Italica Ars Vintage Italian Pottery Raymor MCM PV Atomic Yellow Vase 11"
By Italica Ars
Located in Wilton, CT
Vintage Italian Italica Ars pottery vase for Peasant Village Imports in atomic yellow mottled glaze. Hand turned. Circa 1960's. 11 1/2" high, 7" diameter. Excellent condition, glaze ...
Pottery
$380Sale Price|20% Off
California Design MCM Hand-Carved Inlaid Mixed Wood Vase by Heinz Norhausen
Located in San Diego, CA
A absolutely gorgeous California design MCM hand-carved inlaid mixed wood vase by Heinz Norhausen, circa 1970s.
Rosewood, Maple, Burl
MCM Czech Cranberry Art Glass Vase by Josef Hospodka for Chribska Glassworks
By Chribska Glassworks
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-century Czech cranberry art glass vase by Josef Hospodka for Chřibská glassworks. The vase features a Beautiful pink encased in clear glass, with a twisted form and open reliefs ...
Art Glass
MCM Shawnee Pottery 896 Hawaiian Hula Girl Polynesian Pink Plant Bust Vase
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original Mid-century Shawnee Pottery "896" hula plant Lady bust vase with red top. Crafted by the renowned Shawnee Pottery company in the 1950s this features a bust of a young native...
Ceramic
Bold Red and Black Empoli Glass Vase - Vintage Eclectic Italian Artistry MCM
By Vetrerie di Empoli, Empoli
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This striking Empoli vase features a captivating design characterized by bold red and black swirls that create a dynamic visual effect. The glass is expertly crafted, showcasing the ...
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Opaline Glass
MCM Drip Glaze Studio Pottery Stoneware Vase in the Style of David Cressey
By David Cressey
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice MCM drip glaze studio pottery stoneware vase in the style of David Cressey, circa 1970s.
Stoneware
Henry Gernhardt Studio Pottery Vintage Vase Organic MCM Feelie Weed Pot Signed
Located in Wilton, CT
Vintage Henry Gernhardt studio pottery vase in spherical form with little trumpet mouth and terrific blue and purple velvety mottled matt glaze. Impressed cipher on base. 5 3/4" high...
Pottery
$240Sale Price|20% Off
MCM Pop Art "Schilling Black Pepper" Ceramic Vase/Planter by Lynn of California
Located in San Diego, CA
A very fun MCM pop art "Schilling Black Pepper" ceramic vase or planter by Lynn of California, circa 1970s.
Ceramic
$388Sale Price|20% Off
1950s Japanese Wabi-Sabi Sandy-Tan Tilted Asymmetric Porcelain Bud Vase MCM
By Gertrud and Otto Natzler
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderful asymmetrical footed bud vase reflecting the Wabi-Sabi tenants of intentional acceptance of natural imperfection.
Porcelain
$540Sale Price|55% Off
1950s Tall Hand Thrown Cerulean Blue Bud Flower Vase MCM Italian Pottery
Located in Hyattsville, MD
A piece of decor right out of a Giorgio Morandi painting. A hand-thrown organic wavering bottle form narrow neck vase, in high-gloss blue glaze.
Pottery
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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.
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