Question 1

How do I tell if a vase is a Tiffany vase?

Accepted Answer

There are a few ways to initially check if a vase is a Tiffany vase. Check the base of a vase for a mark or initials from the maker. The iridescent quality of Tiffany glass is crafted into the glass, rather than sprayed or painted on, so any marks where the iridescence has rubbed off would indicate that a vase is not an authentic Tiffany piece. To be sure if a vase is a Tiffany vase, it is best to have a professional evaluate it. Shop a range of expertly vetted Tiffany vases on 1stDibs.

Question 2

What is a Galle vase?

Accepted Answer

French artist Emile Galle was well known for his glasswork, especially his Galle vases. These vases featured swirling colors with flowers or leaves as an accent. Galle was born in 1846 and died in 1904, and his works are considered to be a significant influence in the Art Nouveau movement. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.

Question 3

What are cinnabar vases?

Accepted Answer

A cinnabar vase is a vessel with an open top made out of lacquer in a dark reddish-orange color. Most cinnabar vases come from China and Japan and show off intricate carvings. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of cinnabar vases.

Question 4

What is a bubble vase?

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A bubble vase is a vessel with an open top and a curvy body. Depending on the design, a bubble vase may have a simple round shape or a more complex silhouette with two or more round sections stacked one atop the other. Most bubble vases are glass, and people frequently use them to hold fresh, silk or dried flowers. Find a variety of bubble vases on 1stDibs.

Question 5

What is a Kutani vase?

Accepted Answer

A Kutani vase is Japanese-style porcelain created in the former Kutani region. The porcelain pieces will have a “Kutani” mark combined with “Nihon” (Japan). On 1stDibs, find a collection of Kutani porcelain pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.

Question 6

What is a Nippon vase?

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A Nippon vase refers to a ceramic vase stamped with “Nippon”. In 1891, the USA forbade items that weren’t plainly marked or stamped, so Japan began stamping its porcelain exports with “Nippon”, which translates to “Japan”. You’ll find a variety of Nippon ceramics from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 7

What is a porcelain vase?

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A porcelain vase is a vessel made out of vitrified pottery. Porcelain is a semi-translucent white color and has a smooth, sleek texture. Traditionally, people use porcelain vases to hold fresh, dried and silk flower arrangements, but you can also display them empty as decorative accents. Find a range of antique and vintage porcelain vases on 1stDibs.

Question 8

What is a baluster vase?

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A baluster vase is a decorative vase that is shaped in the form of a vertical molded shaft or square. It is generally made of porcelain or other ceramic material. Shop a range of antique and vintage baluster vases on 1stDibs.

Question 9

What is a face vase?

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A face vase is a type of decorative object with an open top and a design that resembles a human face. In some cases, the facial features extend outwards from the vase. Other pieces feature carved, engraved or painted faces. On 1stDibs, find a selection of face vases.

Question 10

What is cloisonne vase?

Accepted Answer

Cloisonné is a process for decorating objects by using metal strips or wire to create a design that is then filled in with enamel. Gemstones and colored glass can also be used in the design work, but would have to be cut down to size. This process produced vibrant intricate designs, which would especially be seen on vases. You’ll find a variety of cloisonné pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 11

What is a vase in art?

Accepted Answer

A vase is a type of open container, often made of clay or glass. Vases are typically used to hold things like cut flowers or liquids. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique and modern vases from some of the world’s top sellers.

Question 12

What is a Sèvres vase?

Accepted Answer

A Sèvres vase is a style of a vase from French pottery brand Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres known for its highly intricate designs and details. Sèvres is widely credited for the development of hard-paste porcelain in Europe, which is favored for its homogenous and smooth texture. Shop a selection of Sèvres pottery, including vases, on 1stDibs.

Question 13

What is a swung vase?

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A swung vase is a vase produced with a unique glassblowing technique. To produce a swung vase, a glassblower holds the glass at the end of the blow pipe and then uses a tool to swing the glass, causing it to grow longer. The end result is a vase with a flared bottom, a long neck and an irregularly shaped mouth. On 1stDibs, find a variety of glass vases.

Question 14

What is an ikebana vase?

Accepted Answer

An ikebana vase is a vessel used to hold flowers arranged according to the principles of ikebana, a Japanese art form. Often, the vases feature a holder in the bottom called a frog. Its purpose is to secure individual stems in place, so that the arrangement does not shift when someone moves the vase. Find a variety of ikebana vases on 1stDibs.

Question 15

What are the types of vases?

Accepted Answer

Vases can be categorized in a variety of different ways, from purpose to shape to era and what materials they’re made of. Classifying them by what materials they’re made of gives you the categories of crystal, clay, beaded, metal and glass. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary vases from top sellers around the world.

Question 16

What are vases made of?

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Vases are made out of a variety of materials. Glass vases are very common, as are ones produced out of pottery, such as ceramic and porcelain. Artisans also craft vases out of wood, stone and rust-resistant metals like brass, aluminum and stainless steel. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vases.

Question 17

What is a Sommerso vase?

Accepted Answer

A Sommerso vase is a vase that’s created by submerging the vase into pots of molten colored glass repeatedly creating the appearance of layered glass inside a colorless glass shell. It’s one of the methods perfected by the famed Murano glassmakers. Find an assortment of sommerso vases from the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 18

What is vase pottery?

Accepted Answer

Vase pottery is a type of decorative object with an open top formed out of earthenware or clay. Not all vases are clay, however. Artisans may also produce them out of glass, aluminum, stone, marble, bronze and stainless steel. Typically, people arrange flowers in vases, but they can also function as standalone decorations. You'll find a large collection of antique and vintage vases on 1stDibs.

Question 19

What is a moriage vase?

Accepted Answer

A moriage vase is an open vessel made of pottery. Often used for flower-arranging, the vases feature raised slip decorations, such as scrollwork or flowers. You will usually find the motif on Japanese porcelain ware. On 1stDibs, find a variety of moriage vases.

Question 20

What is an Imari vase?

Accepted Answer

An Imari vase is a porcelain vessel named after the Japanese port from which this type of porcelain was shipped to the West starting in the late 1600s. Imari vases often have rich, traditional designs including colorful and exotic landscapes, birds, twisted trees and other imagery popular at the time. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Imari vases from top sellers worldwide on 1stDibs.

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