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Mid-Century Vase Germany Fat Lava
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Nice mid-century vase, good condition.
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Vase Germany Fat Lava
Mid-Century Vase Germany Fat Lava
H 10.24 in W 3.55 in D 2.76 in
Small Mid-Century Vase Robert Picault Vallauris
By Robert Picault
Located in Austin, TX
Small mid-century vase signed Robert Picault Vallauris.
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

ACCOLAY French Mid-century Vase, 1950s
By André Baud
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Mid-century vase by ACCOLAY, France, 1950s. Concentric lines. Superb green, black and yellow
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Vintage 1920s French Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Vase in the style of Lazar Lissitzky, 1920s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Vase in the style of Lazar Lissitzky, 1920s
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Vintage 1920s Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Vase by Ingrid Atterberg Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1950s
By Ingrid Atterberg, Upsala Ekeby
Located in Stockholm, SE
Mid-Century vase designed by Ingrid Atterberg and produced at Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Earthenware, Ceramic

White Midcentury Vase, Carrara 1132, Wilhelm Kåge Gustavsberg
By Gustavsberg, Wilhelm Kage
Located in Stockholm, SE
A white midcentury vase of model Carrara 1132 designed by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg. The vase has
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Hertha Bengtsson Designed Swedish Mid-Century Vase Produced at Rorstrand, Studio
By Hertha Bengtson, Rörstrand
Located in New York, NY
Hertha Bengtsson designed conical form Swedish mid-century vase produced at Rorstrand, Studio
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Original Midcentury Vase, Glazed Ceramics, Czechia, 1950s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Original midcentury vase. Perfectly Preserved Condition. Period: 1950-1959 Source: Czechia
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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ceramic

Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand Mid-century Vase 1950s Sweden
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Farsta, SE
Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand Midcentury Vase 1950s Sweden The mid-century vase from the 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Mid-Century Vase, Glazed Ceramics, Well-Preserved Condition, Czechia, 1950s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Original midcentury vase. Well-preserved condition. Period: 1950-1959 Source: Czechia Material
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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Vase Burnt Orange and Iridescent Gold Pulled Feather, Quezal Style
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Mid-Century vase burnt orange & iridescent gold pulled feather, Quezal style. The vase is in a
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Spectacular Large Mid-Century Vase In The Style of Antonio Prieto C. 1970's
By Antonio Prieto
Located in Bernville, PA
Spectacular Mid-Century vase in the style of Antonio Prieto. Beautiful, soft earthtone colors and
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Pottery

Ceramic Mid-Century Vase
Located in London, GB
A ceramic vase, likely West German but not stamped. Germany, mid to late 20th century. Good
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Mid-Century Vase
Ceramic Mid-Century Vase
H 11.82 in Dm 7.09 in
Italian Midcentury Vase Abstract Sculture Multi-Color Salvatore Meli Style
By Salvatore Meli
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Italian midcentury vase abstract Sculture multi-color Salvatore Meli style.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Vase in Burnt Umber w/ Dandelion Yellow Hand-Brushed Patterned Glaze
Located in New York, NY
-This boldly patterned Mid-Century Modernist Ceramic Vase Originates from the United States, Circa
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Jean Lurçat French Ceramic Midcentury Vase 22/50
By Jean Lurçat
Located in Miami, FL
Jean Lurçat French ceramic midcentury vase 22/50 Offered for sale is a limited edition number 22
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Mid Century Vase by Spara Germany
By Spara
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Beautiful a bit brutalist vase from Spara Germany. Spara Schamotte was founded in 1947 and it was
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Vase, Bohemia, 1950's
By Bohemia
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of glass Original condition.
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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Midcentury Vase by Dean Santner
By Dean Santner
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration is this beautifully sculpted vase by Master Craftsman Dean Santner. Santner
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Wood

Midcentury Vase by Dean Santner
Midcentury Vase by Dean Santner
H 13.25 in W 16 in D 5 in
Mid Century Vase by Fratelli Fanciullacci Italy
By Fratelli Fanciullacci
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Stunning and vibrant, 38cm high, vase with sgrafitto and hand-painted colored glossy pattern. On
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Marianne Starck Large Ceramic Mid Century Vase
By Marianne Starck
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful handmade Danish modernist ceramic vase from the Tribal series by ceramic artist Marianne
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

West German Painted Ceramic Mid-Century Vase
Located in London, GB
A West-German stamped ceramic vase. Originally yellow since re-painted white at some point
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Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

West German Green Ceramic Mid-Century Vase
Located in London, GB
A light green ceramic vase. Germany, c1970s. Stamped to base. Good condition
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20th Century German Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Murano Murrina Art Glass Mid-Century Vase, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
Fantastic vase from the Murano glassworks, both for its particular workmanship and for its colour
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Murano Glass

Andre Baud Midcentury Vase, Vallauris, 1950s
By André Baud
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Ceramic vase by Andre BAUD (Vallauris), France, 1950s. Vase emblematic of this period in Vallauris
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Vase by Carstens-Tonnieshof Keramik Germany
By Carstens Tönnieshof
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Beautiful vibrant blue with yellow/ochre ceramic vase from the quality items maker Carstens Keramik.
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Stoneware Vintage Midcentury Vase, Poland, 1950s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Stoneware brown vintage vase Very good condition height 29 cm, diameter of the outlet 11 cm.
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Vintage 1950s Polish Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Stoneware

Set of 5 Midcentury Vases, 1970s
By Royal Porzellan Bavaria KPM Germany Handarbeit.
Located in Delft, NL
Dimensions: Left to right: 19cmH, 20cm Diameter 16cm H, 13cm W, 13cm D 20cmH, 16cm Diameter 13cmH, 12cmW, 4,5cmD 40cmH , 12cm Diameter Condition: Mint.
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic, Glass

Set of 5 Midcentury Vases, 1970s
Set of 5 Midcentury Vases, 1970s
H 15.75 in W 4.73 in D 4.73 in
Mid-century vase by Arthur Andersson for Wallåkra, Sweden.
By Arthur Anderson, Wallåkra
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
the best mid-century modern Scandinavian potteries ever made. It is 12cm (4.72") high and around 11cm
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Swedish Mid-Century Vase by Inger Persson for Rorstrand
By Inger Persson
Located in Lidköping, SE
. At Rörstrand Persson designed tableware in porcelain and stoneware, vases, pots and small animal
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Swedish Mid-Century Vase by Inger Persson for Rorstrand
By Inger Persson
Located in Lidköping, SE
. At Rörstrand Persson designed tableware in porcelain and stoneware, vases, pots and small animal
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Midcentury Vase by Vicke Lindstrand, 1940s, Sweden
By Upsala Ekeby, Vicke Lindstrand
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Wonderful vase produced at Ekeby and designed by Vicke Lindstand in the 1940s. Its streamline shape
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Small Mid-Century Vase or Vessel by Hans Hedberg, Sweden
Located in London, GB
A small stoneware vase by the highly-regarded Swedish ceramicist Hans Hedberg (1917 - 2007). Glazed
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Mid-20th Century Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Enamelled mid century vase from Björn Engo. Norway 1950 - 1959
Located in CADALSO, ES
Extremely rare to find vases from this artist
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Enamel

Mid Century Vase By Frantisek Peceny For Hermanova Hut, 1963
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful vintage glass vase made of pressed clear transparent glass. designed by Frantisek Peceny
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Glass

large italian mid century VASE fratelli fanciullacci sailboat sgraffito decor
By Fratelli Fanciullacci
Located in Mannheim, DE
Very beautiful 1960s vase by Fratelli Fanciullacci. Outstanding sgraffito decor and rough glase
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Swedish Mid-Century Vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand
By Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Lidköping, SE
. Stålhane was the Artistic Leader of Rörstrand (Lidköping) starting in the mid 50s. At the same time as he
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Midcentury Vase by Eva Englund for Pukeberg, Sweden
By Eva Englund, Pukeberg Sweden
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Hand blown vase designed by Eva Englund for Pukeberg Glass Manufacturer, Sweden in dark smokey
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Blown Glass

Brown Midcentury Vase, Wawel, Poland New Look, 1960s
Located in Chorzów, PL
A brown porcelain vase in the New Look style from the 1960s. Very good condition, no damage
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Vintage 1960s Polish Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Porcelain

Midcentury Vase by Ditmar Urbach, Collection Julie, 1964
By Ditmar Urbach
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage ceramic vase produced by Ditmar Urbach in Czechoslovakia in 1964. Collection Julie.
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Vintage Mid-Century Vase by Friedl Holzer-Kjellberg, Arabia, 1940s
By Arabia, Friedl Holzer-Kjellberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stoneware vase by Friedl Holzer-Kjellberg, large and voluminous, glazed with amazing, deep red
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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Stoneware

Mid-Century Vase in Ceramic by Marianne Westman, Sweden, 1960s
By Marianne Westman, Rörstrand
Located in Lejre, DK
Decorative ceramic vase designed by Marianne Westman and made by Rörstrand, Made in Sweden. Great
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Ceramic

French Mid-Century Vase, A Composition of Sandstone Shells and Glass
Located in Miami, FL
A unique, hand-crafted vase made of sandstone, shells and sand glass. A very decorative piece of
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Mid-20th Century Vases

Materials

Sandstone

Angelo Mangiarotti Pair of Mid Century Vases for Fratelli Brambilla 1960s
By Angelo Mangiarotti, Fratelli Brambilla
Located in Tilburg, NL
Fantastic pair of freeform vases by Angelo Mangiarotti (1921 – 2012) for Fratelli Brambilla Milano
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Vase Decor Filigran by Adele Bolz for Ruscha Keramik
By Ruscha
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Beautiful and rare vase by Adele Bolz for Ruscha Keramik. The ‘Filigran’ decor was only produced
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Large Mid-Century Vase/Pitcher by Bodo Mans for Bay Keramik
By Bodo Mans, Bay Keramik
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Beautiful large vase/pitcher from the Congo range designed by Bodo Mans and produced by Bay Keramik
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic, Clay

Creamy Mid Century Vase by Andersson & Johansson for Höganäs Sweden, 1940s
By Andersson & Johansson, Höganäs Keramik
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare mid century stoneware / ceramic vase in a creamy glaze by the Swedish ceramist duo Andersson
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Jacques BREUGNOT, French Mid-century Vase, 1940s
By Atelier Design
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco stoneware vase by Jacques BREUGNOT (Bonny-sur-Loire), France, 1940s. Height: 11.6
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Pottery

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Stoneware

Mid-Century Modern Vase
Located in Miami, FL
Small midcentury vase, signed. Most likely from Japan.
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Vase
Mid-Century Modern Vase
H 7 in Dm 2.5 in
Vintage Midcentury Vase with Green and Black Lava Glaze Accents
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
with sweeping black accents, grey handle and base. This would look wonderful in any Mid-Century or
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Clay, Pottery

Carstens Toennishof Midcentury Vase Model 7060-30 Rough Glaze, 1960s
By Carstens Tönnieshof
Located in Mannheim, DE
A fantastic vintage West German vase manufactured by Carstens Toennishof in the 1960s. Model 7060
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Ubelacker Brutalist Vase
By Ü Keramik
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
A bit of a Brutalist mid-century vase from the Ubelacker pottery.
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Rosenthal Netter Italian Mid Century Vase Bitossi Paisley Aldo Londi c 1950/1960
By Aldo Londi, Rosenthal Netter
Located in New York, NY
Classic Mid Century Italian pottery vase with incised decoration, signed Italy numbered, and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Pottery

Mid-Century Vases Murano Glass Sommerso Multicolor Italian Design 1970s Set of 2
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 2 long neck vases produced in Italy in the 70s. Each single vase was made of transparent
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Murano Glass, Sommerso

Large Kaj Franck Blue Midcentury Vase Kartio by Nuutajarvi Nottsjo Finland
By Kaj Franck, Nuutajärvi Notsjõ
Located in Vienna, AT
A fine, large 11 1/2 inches high Kartio flower vase in blue from the 1950s. Designed by Kaj Franck
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Glass

Scheurich Europ-Line Midcentury Vase Model 248-38 Stripe Pattern 1950s
By Scheurich Keramik
Located in Mannheim, DE
Stunning West German vase manufactured by Scheurich Keramik in the late 1950s. Model number 248-38
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Ruscha Midcentury Vase Drip Glaze Earth Tones Kurt Tschoerner Model 340
By Ruscha, Kurt Tschörner
Located in Mannheim, DE
A fantastic vintage West German vase manufactured by Ruscha Keramik in the 1960s to 70s. Drip glaze
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Set of Three Midcentury Vases, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Set of Three vases in amazing organic shape. Produced in 1960s. Glass in perfect condition. The
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

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Glass

Set of Three Midcentury Vases, Europe, 1960s
Set of Three Midcentury Vases, Europe, 1960s
H 11.03 in W 4.34 in D 4.34 in
Danish Midcentury Vase Organic Shape by L. Hjorth Ceramic Eva Sjögren Attributed
By Lauritz Adolph Hjorth, Axel Salto, Eva Sjögren
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Ceramic vase with organic shape from the Danish ceramic studio L. Hjorth. The design is most likely
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Flavio Poli by Seguso Amber Green "Sommerso" Murano Glass 1950s Midcentury Vase
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Brescia, IT
Flavio Poli by Seguso Vetri D'Arte Murano, Italy 1950s Amber and Green "Sommerso" Vase
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Mid Century Vase For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the mid century vase you’re looking for. Each mid century vase for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, glass and murano glass. There are 13085 variations of the antique or vintage mid century vase you’re looking for, while we also have 216 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the mid century vase you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each mid century vase bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. A well-made mid century vase has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Bitossi, Scheurich Keramik and Venini are consistently popular.

How Much is a Mid Century Vase?

A mid century vase can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $950, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $258,168.

Finding the Right Decorative Objects for You

Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style. 

Ceramics are a versatile addition to any home. If you’ve amassed an assortment of functional pottery over the years, think of your mugs and salad bowls as decorative objects, ideal for displaying in a glass cabinet. Vintage ceramic serveware can pop along white open shelving in your dining area, while large stoneware pitchers paired with woven baskets or quilts in an open cupboard can introduce a rustic farmhouse-style element to your den.

Translucent decorative boxes or bowls made of an acrylic plastic called Lucite — a game changer in furniture that’s easy to clean and lasts long — are modern accents that are neutral enough to dress up a coffee table or desktop without cluttering it. If you’re showcasing pieces from the past, a vintage jewelry box for displaying your treasures can spark conversation. Where is the jewelry box from? Is there a story behind it?

Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”

To help with personalizing your space and truly making it your own, find an extraordinary collection of decorative objects on 1stDibs.

Questions About Mid Century Vase
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture 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. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. The mid-century modern period in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs now.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.

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    Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.

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