Modernist Ikebana Ceramic Vase, Japan, 20th Century
By Toyo
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Modernist Ikebana Ceramic Vase, Japan, 20th Century
20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases
Ceramic
Modernist Ikebana Ceramic Vase, Japan, 20th Century
By Toyo
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Modernist Ikebana Ceramic Vase, Japan, 20th Century
Ceramic
Modernist Ikebana Ceramic Vase, Japan, c.1970
By Toyo
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Modernist Ikebana Ceramic Vase, Japan, c.1970.
Ceramic
Modernist Ikebana Iridescent Glaze Vase, Japan, 20th Century
By Toyo
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Modernist Ikebana Iridescent Glaze Vase, Japan, 20th Century.
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modernist Ikebana Vase, Japan 1950s
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist Ikebana vase with a vessel structure and textured surface. Unknown signature in bottom
Clay
$230
H 7 in W 7 in D 5 in
Modernist Ikebana Weed Pot Asymmetrical Vase, Black Glaze Ceramic, Japan 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist Ikebana vase with black glaze. Asymmetrical with a ribbed texture. Japan, 1960
Ceramic
$520Sale Price|20% Off
H 10 in Dm 6 in
1960s Japanese Modernist Ikebana Ceramic Pottery Sgraffito Pedestal Vase Vessel
By David Cressey
Located in San Diego, CA
Outstanding Japanese modernist Ikebana ceramic/pottery pedestal vase/vessel, circa 1960s. Wonderful
Pottery
$360Sale Price|20% Off
H 12.25 in W 5.38 in D 4.25 in
Japanese Modernist Ikebana Ceramic Vase, Japan, 20th Century
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Japanese Ikebana Ceramic Vase, Japan, 20th Century.
Ceramic
$260Sale Price|20% Off
H 4.5 in W 9.63 in D 6.38 in
Toyo Modernist Ikebana Two Tiered Ceramic Planter / Vase, Japan c.1965
By Toyo
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Toyo Modernist Two Tiered Ceramic Planter / Vase, Japan c.1965.
Ceramic
Mid Century Dual Neck White Ceramic Ikebana Vase Sculpture, Japan 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
Sculptural dual branch ceramic modernist Ikebana White glaze with a fantastic form. Retains a
Ceramic
Mid Century Pottery Ikebana Suiban Flower Vase Signed, Japan
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist Ikebana vase with a suiban structure and smooth surface. Blue celadon glaze and Unknown
Ceramic
Modernist Walnut Ikebana Planter
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist solid walnut Ikebana planter with metal frog, circa 1990s. The piece measures: 5.5" D x
Walnut
Modernist Ceramic Ikebana Vase
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice MCM modernist white ceramic Ikebana vase, circa 1960s. The vase is made of ceramic, in
Ceramic
Vintage Japanese Modernist Ceramic Ikebana
Located in Oakland, CA
Spectacular modernist Japanese ceramic ikebana c1970s. Incredible form and still retains the
Ceramic
Modernist Japanese Ikebana Vase, Japan, 20th Century
By Toyo
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Modernist Japanese Ikebana Vase, Japan, 20th Century.
Ceramic
Mid Century Modernist Japanese Cast Iron Ikebana Planter
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in San Diego, CA
Mid-Century Modernist iron Ikebana planter from Japan. It could also be used as a planter or
Iron
Mid Century Modernist Japanese Cast Iron Ikebana Planter
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in San Diego, CA
Mid-Century Modernist iron Ikebana planter from Japan. It could also be used as a planter or
Iron
Modernist Japanese Iron Ikebana Planter, Japan, c.1955
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Mid Century Modern Ikebana Tripod Planter, Japan, c.1955.
Iron
Toyo Modernist Japanese Ceramic Ikebana Chalice Vase, c.1965
By Toyo
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Toyo Modernist Japanese Ceramic Ikebana Chalice Vase, c.1965.
Ceramic
$100Sale Price|20% Off
H 9 in W 10.88 in D 3 in
Modernist Japanese White Pyramid Ikebana Vase, Japan, 20th Century
By Toyo
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Modernist Japanese White Pyramid Ikebana Vase, Japan, 20th Century.
Ceramic
$300Sale Price|20% Off
H 10.63 in W 4.5 in D 3.25 in
Toyo Modernist Hand Made Ceramic Ikebana Vase, Japan, 20th Century
By Toyo
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Toyo Hand Made Ceramic Ikebana Vase, Japan, 20th Century.
Ceramic
Midcentury Ceramic Ikebana Vase Sculpture, Japan 1960
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible modernist dual spout Ikebana stoneware flower vase. Signed on the base. Japan, 1960
Ceramic
Midcentury Ceramic Ikebana Vase Sculpture, Japan 1960
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible modernist dual spout Ikebana stoneware flower vase with off white and tan glazes
Ceramic
Midcentury Modernist Ikebana Vase Ceramic Vase
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist Ikebana-style vase. Minimalist design beautiful glaze and color no chips or cracks.
Ceramic
Mid-Century Black Modernist Ikebana Vase, Japan
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist Ikebana vase with a textured surface. Retains the original Japanese label. Japan, 1960s.
Clay
Mid-Century Modernist Ikebana Vase, Japan 1950s
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist Ikebana footed vase with a textured surface and abstract designs on all four sides. Japan
Clay
Mid-Century Modernist Ikebana Vase, Japan 1950s
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist Ikebana vase with multiple openings and a textured surface. Retains the original label on
Clay
Mid-Century Geometric Postmodern Modernist Ikebana Vase, Japan 1980s
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist Ikebana vase with multifaceted sides and a textured surface. nice colors signed on the
Clay
Sold
H 3.5 in W 9.5 in D 9 in
Mid-Century Modernist Ikebana Vase Planter Freeform Centerpiece Japan 1950s
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist Ikebana vase in flat black glaze in a beautiful freeform shape. stamped Japan, 1950s
Ceramic
Sold
H 2.75 in W 16.5 in D 3 in
Mid-Century Modernist Ikebana Vase Planter Rectangular Centerpiece Japan 1950s
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist Ikebana vase with rigged black lines in a beautiful chartruse & Black color combo . Japan
Ceramic
Sold
H 4 in W 18.5 in D 7 in
Mid-Century Modernist Ikebana Vase Planter Rectangular Centerpiece Japan 1950s
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist Ikebana vase with brutalist finish & Black spots color combo . Japan, 1950s. good
Ceramic
Midcentury Modernist Ikebana Vase, Japan 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist ceramic Ikebana vase with a dual ring design. Japan, 1960
Ceramic
Midcentury Tear Drop Ceramic Ikebana Vase Sculpture, Japan 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
Sculptural tear drop ceramic modernist Ikebana vase. Textured white glaze . Retains the original
Ceramic
Sold
H 8.25 in W 7 in D 7 in
Midcentury Ceramic Ikebana Triangular Tripod Vase Planter Sculpture Japan 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
Sculptural triangular form modernist Ikebana vase. Tripod feet with a great glaze and texture. This
Ceramic
Modernist Japanese Iron Ikebana Planter
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in San Diego, CA
Mid-Century Modernist iron Ikebana planter from Japan. Signed.
Iron
Modernist Japanese Iron Ikebana Planter
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in San Diego, CA
Mid-Century Modernist iron Ikebana tripod planter from Japan. Wonderful patina.
Iron
Japanese Modernist Ceramic Ikebana Vase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Striped ceramic Ikebana vase from Japan, circa 1960s. Vase measures 7.5" in height by 6.5" in
Ceramic
Vintage Japanese Modernist Iron Ikebana c1960s
Located in Oakland, CA
Beautiful vintage modernist Japanese iron ikebana vase with geometric accents. Nice overall patina
Iron
Modernist Japanese Toyo Black Ikebana Sculptural Vase
By Toyo
Located in Cordova, SC
Vintage black ceramic Japanese Ikebana vase. Unsigned. No chips or cracks. The sculptural piece is
Ceramic
1980s Japanese Modernist Decorative Ikebana Vase Form
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Striking Ikebana vase by an unknown Japanese maker, circa 1980s. Vase measures 9" by 14" x 2.5" and
Ceramic, Earthenware
Toyo Modernist Ceramic Ikebana Planter, Japan, 20th Century
By Toyo, Architectural Pottery
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Toyo Modernist Ceramic Ikebana Planter, Japan, 20th Century. Very good original condition. This
Ceramic
Pair of Black Mate Ceramic Ikebana Planters Modernist
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of black ceramic ikebana planters, in a black mate, finish great design an look.
Ceramic
Unusual Pair of Modernist Architectural Cubist Ikebana Vases, Made in Japan
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual pair of modernist architectural cubist Ikebana vases, made in Japan. Amazing form, color
Ceramic
Sold
H 8.25 in W 4.25 in L 8.25 in
Japan Vintage Pair of Modernist Flower Bud Ikebana Bronze Vases, Signed
Located in South Burlington, VT
indoor space with this fine artisan signed treasure from Japan. This is a superb pair of modernist hand
Bronze
Sold
H 11.5 in Dm 6 in L 11.5 in
Japan Vintage Pair of Modernist Flower Bud Ikebana Bronze Vases, Signed
Located in South Burlington, VT
) modernist hand cast bronze bud vases. Their simple lines reflect world class Japanese design. The smaller
Bronze
Mid Century Ceramic Ikebana Vase Planter Centerpiece, Japan 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
Ceramic modernist rectangular centerpiece Ikebana vase or planter. Great glaze with a textured
Ceramic
Modernist Ikebana Pottery Vase, Signed
By Doyle Lane
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Modernist Ikebana Pottery Vase, Signed Craig Easter, exceptional shape with glaze finish.
Pottery
Midcentury Modernist Ikebana Vase, Japan 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist Ikebana vase. Minimalist design with two vase section at the end and one open section in
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modernist Ikebana Vase, Japan 1950s
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist Ikebana vase with fantastic abstract decoration. Japan, 1950s.
Clay
Mid-Century Modernist Ikebana Vase, Japan 1950s
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist Ikebana vase with multiple openings and a textured surface. Japan, 1950s.
Clay
Mid-Century Modernist Ikebana Vase, Japan 1950s
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist Ikebana vase with multiple openings and a textured surface. nice colors signed on the
Clay
Mid-Century Black Modernist Ikebana Vase, Japan
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist Ikebana vase with a textured surface. Retains the original Toyo label on the bottom
Clay
Mid-Century Black Modernist Ikebana Vase, Japan
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist Ikebana vase with a textured surface. A quality piece with good weight and expertly
Clay
Sculptural Modernist Ikebana Ceramic Vase, Japan, c.1965
By Toyo
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Sculptural Modernist Ikebana Ceramic Vase, Japan, c.1965.
Ceramic
Sold
H 8 in W 11.75 in D 2.75 in
1960s Japanese Modernist Ikebana Ceramic Pottery Freeform Abstract Vase Vessel
By David Cressey
Located in San Diego, CA
Outstanding Japanese modernist Ikebana ceramic/pottery pedestal vase/vessel, circa 1960s. Wonderful
Pottery
Modernist Ikebana Planter
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist maple and dark wood Ikebana planter with metal frog, circa 1990s. The piece has a space
Wood, Maple
1960's Japanese Modernist Ikebana Bronze Abstract Vase Vessel Artist Signed!
Located in San Diego, CA
Outstanding Japanese modernist Ikebana bronze vase/vessel, circa 1960s. Signed on the bottom by the
Bronze
Sold
H 8 in W 3.5 in D 3.5 in
1960s Japanese Modernist Ikebana Bronze Vase Vessel for Neiman Marcus, Japan
Located in San Diego, CA
Outstanding Japanese modernist Ikebana bronze vase/vessel, circa 1960s. Sold by Neiman Marcus of
Bronze
Midcentury Modernist Ikebana Vase, Japan 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist ceramic Ikebana vase with a minimalist incised abstract design. Signed on the base of the
Ceramic
Rare Modernist Ikebana Vase/Vessel by Kyohdoh Japan Yokkaichi
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible midcentury Ikebana vase by Kyohdoh Japan. This rare and beautiful vintage piece is an
Ceramic
Midcentury Ceramic Ikebana Vase Sculpture, Japan 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist Ikebana vase with black glaze and abstract design. It's artist signed on the base. Japan
Ceramic
Midcentury Dual Branch Ceramic Ikebana Vase Sculpture, Japan 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
Sculptural dual branch ceramic modernist Ikebana vase. Great textured drip glaze. Japan, 1960
Ceramic
Midcentury Ceramic Ikebana Vase Sculpture, Japan 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible and rare mid-century modernist Ikebana vase with black glaze and abstract design. Toyo
Ceramic
Midcentury Signed Ceramic Ikebana Vase Sculpture, Japan 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
Sculptural ceramic modernist Ikebana vase. Great glaze with a raised textured design and wabi sabi
Ceramic
Midcentury Ceramic Ikebana Vase Sculpture, Japan 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible modernist Ikebana flower vase with white glaze and a red-orange interior glaze. This
Ceramic
Midcentury Ceramic Ikebana Vase Sculpture, Japan 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
Sculptural conical form modernist Ikebana vase. This is a rare and hard to find form. It's artist
Ceramic
Midcentury Organic Black Mate Ceramic Ikebana Vase Sculpture, Japan 1960s
Located in San Diego, CA
Organic Sculptural fat tear drop ceramic modernist Ikebana vase. black mate outside and glossy
Ceramic
Midcentury Dual Branch Ceramic Ikebana Vase Sculpture, Japan 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
Sculptural dual branch ceramic modernist Ikebana vase. Great glaze with an incised textured design
Ceramic
Midcentury Tri Branch Ceramic Ikebana Vase Sculpture, Japan 1960
Located in San Diego, CA
Sculptural three branch ceramic modernist Ikebana vase. Great black glaze with an incised textured
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modernist Bowl, Japan, 1960s
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist Ikebana bowl with a fantastic geometric design. Signed with artist mark. Japan, 1950s.
Clay
Mid Century Brutalist Ikebana Planter Japan, 1950s
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly striking Modernist ikebana planter from Japan. This unique piece develops within the
Ceramic
Midcentury Organic Modern Ceramic Ikebana Vase Sculpture 1960s
Located in San Diego, CA
Sculptural and organic ceramic modernist Ikebana vase. This vintage piece exudes organic design and
Ceramic
Organic Modern Ceramic Ikebana Sculptural Vase 1990s Japan
Located in San Diego, CA
Sculptural and organic ceramic modernist Ikebana vase. This beautiful piece exudes organic design
Ceramic
Modernist Japanese Ikebana Planter
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in San Diego, CA
Mid-Century Modernist ceramic Ikebana planter from Japan.
Ceramic
Modernist Japanese Ikebana Vase
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist ceramic Ikebana vase with a great glaze. Japan, 1960s.
Ceramic
Modernist Japanese Ikebana Vase, 1960s
By Toyo
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Modernist Japanese Ikebana Vase, 1960s.
Ceramic
Modernist Japanese Ikebana Planter Signed
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist freeform ceramic Ikebana planter from Japan. Signed on the bottom.
Ceramic
Modernist Japanese Iron Ikebana Planter
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in San Diego, CA
Mid-Century Modernist iron ikebana tripod planter from Japan. Wonderful patina.
Iron
Modernist Japanese Ikebana Planter Signed
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in San Diego, CA
Mid-Century Modernist ceramic Ikebana planter from Japan. Signed with a cypher on the bottom.
Ceramic
1960s Japanese Ikebana Modernist Vase
Located in Oakland, CA
1960s abstract modernist footed ikebana vase in rich browns with a curved upward at the ends form
Ceramic
$2,500 / item
H 29 in Dm 19 in
Organic Modern Small Table Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Ivory Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE SMALL table lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada. Named Pata de Elefante –Elephant's Foot– for the prominent shape at its ba...
Wood, Fabric, Linen, Fiberglass
Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Monumental size Bamboo lamps. Crafted in Italy and made to order, these lamps are modern and chic. Production lead time 2-4 weeks. Base diameter 8 inches, hat diameter 20 inches, he...
Brass
$916 / item
H 11.03 in W 5.91 in D 33.86 in
Pair of Articulated Sconce Mid-Century Modern Solid Brass Black and White
By Stilnovo, Arredoluce, Gino Sarfatti
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This exquisite sconce is a nod to the timeless pieces crafted by mid-century modern Italian studios Arteluce and Stilnovo in the 1950s, but with a unique and distinctive design that ...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
$5,210
H 30.71 in W 84.26 in D 43.31 in
Lounge Sofa in Cognac Leather by George Bighinello for Eurosalotto, Italy, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Large lounge sofa in cognac leather by George Bighinello for Eurosalotto, Italy, in the 1970s. A large lounge sofa in cognac leather by George Bighinello for Eurosalotto., Italy,...
Leather
Mid-Century Modern 1950s Italian Cabinet in Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cabinet, mahogany, mirrored glass, glass, brass, Italy, 1950s This charming cabinet stands out with its graphical door panels, featuring carved horizontal lines that add character ...
Brass
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
LU Swing Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful brass LU swing sconce made by Lumfardo Luminaires in patinated brass. Wired with an E26 medium based socket. Light bulb provided as well as all mounting hardware. Priced in...
Brass
$5,202Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 30.71 in W 58.27 in D 14.97 in
Travertine Console Table inspired by Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Amsterdam, NH
Made from high-quality travertine. This console can be customised in your requested dimensions. 2 x dome-topped pedestals are an sculpture in themselves. Rounded-edge tops appear to ...
Travertine
Panoplie Petite Iron Tripod Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Petite iron tripod lamp with slender legs and tapered feet. New wiring and new oyster linen shade. Multiple available, sold individually. Takes one E12 base bulb, up to 25 W or highe...
Iron
$266 / item
H 10.24 in W 8.67 in D 0.79 in
21st Century ‘Volute’, in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
By Inhee Ma
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
A part of a captivating new line blending ancient Greek pottery with contemporary design, the ‘Volute’ vase showcases delicate black underglaze illustrations that harmonize tradition...
Clay, Stoneware
$266 / item
H 9.45 in W 14.18 in D 0.79 in
21st Century ‘Greek Coupe’, in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
By Inhee Ma
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
A part of a captivating new line blending ancient Greek pottery with contemporary design, the ‘Greek Coupe’ vase showcases delicate blue underglaze illustrations that harmonize tradi...
Clay, Stoneware
Accademia Tavolo Picoli by Cini Boeri for Artemide 1978
By Artemide, Cini Boeri
Located in Barcelona, ES
The Accademia lamp, designed by Cini Boeri in 1978, is a small-scale version of the popular table lamp created for Artemide. This lamp is an impressive example of Boeri's minimalist ...
Iron
Sculptural Scandinavian Modern Chair in Wood Denmark - 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Sculptural Scandinavian Modern Chair in Wood, Denmark - 1960s.
Wood
$2,800 / set
H 31.5 in W 11.82 in D 5.91 in
Hand-Carved Primal Brutalist Wood Totem Sculpture Set of 3 – Egg Designs, Africa
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Khada Totem Sculpture set is hand-carved in Southern Africa from sustainable alien timber by a collective of Zimbabwean artisans, who set their own prices, ensuring each piece is...
Wood
Mamun Bedside
Located in Singapore, SG
Mamun, which translates to trustworthy in Arabic, was designed by Studio Kallang in 2021 as a playful take on both midcentury and brutalist forms. Designer Faezah Shaharuddin intende...
Teak
Custom Made Model 54 Mohair Velvet Lounge Chair
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design Model 54 lounge chair A custom made lounge chair developed and hand-made using the highest quality materials. The 54 chair is a contemporary update of an obscure desi...
Sheepskin, Beech
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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