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9" Glass Thorn Vessel, Crystal Clear, art glass bowl
Located in Toronto, ON
, appropriately titled “Thorn Vessels”, in which clear glass thorns elevate a brightly colored hand blown glass
Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass

7" Glass Thorn Vessel, Gold topaz, art glass bowl
Located in Toronto, ON
, appropriately titled “Thorn Vessels”, in which clear glass thorns elevate a brightly colored hand blown glass
Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass

7" Glass Thorn Vessel, Cobalt blue, art glass bowl
Located in Toronto, ON
, appropriately titled “Thorn Vessels”, in which clear glass thorns elevate a brightly colored hand blown glass
Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass

13.5" Glass tilted thorn vessel, purple, amethyst, art glass bowl
Located in Toronto, ON
, appropriately titled “Thorn Vessels”, in which clear glass thorns elevate a brightly colored hand blown glass
Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass

Thorn Gold Vase
By Marioni
Located in Milan, IT
Brimming with opulent character, this luminous vase is distinguished by an extraordinary polished gold finish that enhances its grooved, rounded silhouette with spiked rims. A superb...
Category

2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Thorn Gold Vase
Thorn Gold Vase
H 10.24 in W 13 in D 7.49 in
Thorn Tall Gold Vase
By Marioni
Located in Milan, IT
A striking and unusual design of sophisticated character, this tall vase belongs to the Thorn
Category

2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Thorn Tall Gold Vase
Thorn Tall Gold Vase
H 16.54 in W 12.6 in D 6.3 in
Thorn Large Gold Vase
By Marioni
Located in Milan, IT
This splendid vase will add a luminous character to a refined entryway or living room decor, thanks to sublime craftsmanship and singular design. Handmade of ceramic, its grooved, ro...
Category

2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Thorn Large Gold Vase
Thorn Large Gold Vase
H 13.39 in W 13.78 in D 8.27 in
Thorn Vase Adolf Matura, circa 1965
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Thorn Vase Adolf Matura, circa 1965 This extremely rare 'vase object' was designed in 1965 and
Category

20th Century Czech Vases

Materials

Glass

Early René Lalique art glass vase "Chamarande". With thorn-shaped handles.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Early René Lalique art glass vase "Chamarande". Dark topaz glass with two thorn-shaped handles
Category

Vintage 1920s French Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Scandinavian Modern "Rose Thorn" Vase by Knud Basse, Michael Andersen & Sons.
By Michael Andersen & Son, Knud Basse
Located in New York, NY
Scandinavian Modern ceramic vase by Knud Basse for Michael Andersen & Sons. This "Rose Thorn
Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Knud Basse Thorn Vases Produced by Michael Andersen, Denmark, ca 1970s
By Knud Basse
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare thorn vase in light green designed by Knud Basse and produced by Michael Andersen, Denmark. In
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Rene Lalique, Orange Thorn Vase, France 1920s Art Nouveau/Art Deco
By René Lalique, Lalique
Located in PARIS, FR
Magnificent orange thorn vase by Rene Lalique. Model created in 1921, withdrawn from the catalog in
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Vases

Materials

Glass

Danish set of two dark green stoneware vases with cactus like thorns
By Knud Basse
Located in DK
This set of two ‘Rosentorn’ / rose thorn vases are designed by Knud Basse (1916-1991). They have a
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Luxury Vase #1 "Thorns Heart". Porcelain. Handmade design and crafted in Italy.
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The heart collection is the result of the extravagant creativity of two innovative designers, who are inspired especially by the human body. The heart collection is inspired by the ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Porcelain, Acrylic

Pair of Dark Green Knud Basse Thorn Vases Produced by Michael Andersen, Denmark
By Knud Basse, Michael Andersen & Son
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of thorn vases in dark green glaze designed by Knud Basse and produced by Michael
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

Acanthus Jar, a Clear Spiky Sculptural Vessel with Stopper by James Lethbridge
By James Lethbridge
Located in London, GB
multitude of glass thorns, shards and tendrils. The act of repetitious making has stayed a constant for
Category

2010s British Organic Modern Jars

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Empoli Jar with Spike, a unique clear & blue glass vessel by James Lethbridge
By James Lethbridge
Located in London, GB
incorporate a multitude of glass thorns, shards and tendrils. The act of repetitious making has stayed a
Category

2010s Belgian Organic Modern Jars

Materials

Silver Leaf

Bertha Nathanielsen for Royal Copenhagen, Large Unique Art Nouveau Vase
Located in Copenhagen, DK
. White rose with thorns. Dated 1929. Measures: 44 x 21 cm. In excellent condition. Stamped. 1st
Category

Vintage 1920s Danish Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Porcelain

"Lovesick" Luxury Vases Set of 5 Pieces, Handmade in Italy, 2021, Hand Painted
By Elica Studio
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
moulds. The sculptures (thorns, coral, birds,..) are added to the heart immediately after finishing. The
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

"Gold" Hearts Design Vases Set of 3 Pieces, Made in Italy, 2019, Wall Decor
By Elica Studio
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
moulds. The sculptures (thorns, coral, birds,..) are added to the heart immediately after finishing. The
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

"Love Hurts" Design Vases Collection of 6 Pieces, Made in Italy, 2019
By Elica Studio
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
moulds. The sculptures (thorns, coral, birds,..) are added to the heart immediately after finishing. The
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

"Love" Hearts Design Vases Set of 5 Pieces, Made in Italy, 2019, Wall Decor
By Elica Studio
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
moulds. The sculptures (thorns, coral, birds,..) are added to the heart immediately after finishing. The
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

"White Gold" Heart Vases Set of 5 Pieces, Handmade in Italy, 2021, Hand Painted
By Elica Studio
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
moulds. The sculptures (thorns, coral, birds,..) are added to the heart immediately after finishing. The
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

"That's Amore" Design Vases Collection of 4 Pieces, Made in Italy, 2019
By Elica Studio
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
moulds. The sculptures (thorns, coral, birds,..) are added to the heart immediately after finishing. The
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

"Roses" Luxury Vases Set of 8 Pieces, Handmade in Italy, 2021, Hand Painted
By Elica Studio
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
moulds. The sculptures (thorns, coral, birds,..) are added to the heart immediately after finishing. The
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

"Different" Luxury Vases Set of 4 Pieces, Handmade in Italy, 2021, Hand Painted
By Elica Studio
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
moulds. The sculptures (thorns, coral, birds,..) are added to the heart immediately after finishing. The
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

"Wild" Luxury Vases Set of 5 Pieces, Handmade in Italy, 2021, Hand Painted
By Elica Studio
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
moulds. The sculptures (thorns, coral, birds,..) are added to the heart immediately after finishing. The
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

"Amore E Odio" Design Vases Collection of 4 Pieces, Made in Italy, 2019
By Elica Studio
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
moulds. The sculptures (thorns, coral, birds,..) are added to the heart immediately after finishing. The
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

"Golden" Luxury Vases Set of 3 Pieces, Handmade in Italy, 2021, Hand Painted
By Elica Studio
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
moulds. The sculptures (thorns, coral, birds,..) are added to the heart immediately after finishing. The
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

"Odi et Amo" Hearts Design Vases Set of 5 Pieces, Made in Italy 2019, Wall Decor
By Elica Studio
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
moulds. The sculptures (thorns, coral, birds,..) are added to the heart immediately after finishing. The
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

"Nail" Luxury Vases Set of 5 Pieces, Handmade in Italy, 2021, Hand Painted
By Elica Studio
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
moulds. The sculptures (thorns, coral, birds,..) are added to the heart immediately after finishing. The
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

"White" Luxury Vases Set of 5 Pieces, Handmade in Italy, 2021, Hand Painted
By Elica Studio
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
moulds. The sculptures (thorns, coral, birds,..) are added to the heart immediately after finishing. The
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

"Love Stings" Hearts Design Vases Set of 3 Pieces Made in Italy 2019, Wall Decor
By Elica Studio
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
moulds. The sculptures (thorns, coral, birds,..) are added to the heart immediately after finishing. The
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

Peary II Medium Glass Vase by Borek Sipek for Driade
By B. Sipek, Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The vases by borek sipek have onion, leaves, shoots, thorns and twigs clinging on their top. A
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Peary I Medium Clear, Green and Red Glass Vase by Borek Sipek for Driade
By B. Sipek, Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The vases by borek sipek have onion, leaves, shoots, thorns and twigs clinging on their top. a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

"Thorny" Luxury Vases Set of 3 Pieces, Handmade in Italy, 2021, Hand Painted
By Elica Studio
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
moulds. The sculptures (thorns, coral, birds,..) are added to the heart immediately after finishing. The
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

Soliflore sculpture Bizen pottery by Mori Taiga artist, Japan
Located in Paris, FR
the material and free its edges like the thorns on a rosebush. The final result is particularly glazed
Category

2010s Japanese Vases

Materials

Pottery

Royal Bonn - Franz Anton Mehlem, Hand Painted & Gilded Vase / Lamp, circa 1900
By Franz Anton Mehlem, Royal Bonn
Located in Chatham, ON
pink and soft purple floral blossoms with thorns to the front and back (likely Flowering Quince) - all
Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Pierre Small Red and Glass Vase by Borek Sipek for Driade
By B. Sipek, Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The vase by Borek Sipek has leaves, shoots, thorns and twigs clinging on their surface. A whole
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Hera Large Green and Glass Vase by Borek Sipek for Driade
By B. Sipek, Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The gorgeous Hera vase by Borek Sipek has leaves, shoots, thorns and twigs clinging on their
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Argencourt Large Yellow and Glass Vase by Borek Sipek for Driade
By B. Sipek, Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The vases by Borek Sipek are often is pried by leaves, shoots, thorns and twigs, clinging to a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Bronze Baluster Vase - Barbedienne Cast Iron - Thistles Of Lorraine Decor - Peri
By F. Barbedienne Foundry
Located in CRÉTEIL, FR
), the Duke of Lorraine. It refers to the thorns of the thistle, imported then from the region of Angers
Category

Antique 19th Century Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Bronze

Acanthus Veronese in Orange, a Spiky Textured Glass Jar by James Lethbridge
By James Lethbridge
Located in London, GB
multitude of glass thorns, shards and tendrils. The act of repetitious making has stayed a constant for
Category

2010s British Organic Modern Jars

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Acanthus Veronese in Green, is a Unique Glass Jar by James Lethbridge
By James Lethbridge
Located in London, GB
multitude of glass thorns, shards and tendrils. The act of repetitious making has stayed a constant for
Category

2010s Belgian Organic Modern Jars

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Acanthus Veronese in Blue, a Clear & Blue Glass Jar by James Lethbridge
By James Lethbridge
Located in London, GB
multitude of glass thorns, shards and tendrils. The act of repetitious making has stayed a constant for
Category

2010s Belgian Organic Modern Jars

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Art Nouveau Cameo Vase 'Coquelicot', Corn Poppy Decor, Daum Nancy, France, 1895
By Daum
Located in Vienna, AT
yellow-orange, décor made of branches with thorns, buds and flowers of a dog rose in a high cut, satined
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Glass

Pair of Abstract Organic Ceramic Sculptures, Tina Vlassopulos
By Tina Vlassopulos
Located in New York, NY
Thorns, 2020 (Ceramic, C. 11.25 in. h x 5 in. w and 17 in. h x 5.5 in. w, Object No.: 3930) Tina
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Art Nouveau Cameo Vase with Wild Roses Decor, Daum Nancy, France, Circa 1900
By Daum
Located in Vienna, AT
yellow-orange, décor made of branches with thorns, buds and flowers of a dog rose in a high cut, satined
Category

Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Glass

Kiko Lopez, Wild I, Illuminated Bohemian Crystal Vase, France, 2023
By Kiko Lopez
Located in New York, NY
always intrigued him, both for its age (it’s at least a thousand years old), and its amazing thorns—big
Category

2010s French Vases

Materials

Crystal

Kiko Lopez, Wild II, Illuminated Bohemian Crystal Vase, France, 2023
By Kiko Lopez
Located in New York, NY
always intrigued him, both for its age (it’s at least a thousand years old), and its amazing thorns—big
Category

2010s French Vases

Materials

Crystal

Kiko Lopez, Wild II, Illuminated Bohemian Crystal Vase, France, 2023
By Kiko Lopez
Located in New York, NY
always intrigued him, both for its age (it’s at least a thousand years old), and its amazing thorns—big
Category

2010s French Vases

Materials

Crystal

Pokie Vase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
molten material of glass. The soft thorns on this vase also mimics natural occurring spikes that might
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Vases

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Pokie Vase
Pokie Vase
H 8 in W 8 in D 8 in
19th Century Rockingham Porcelain Urns
By H&R Daniel
Located in London, GB
from 1820's with an assortment of garden flowers and gilded thorn handles. The lower part of these
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Antique Early 19th Century British Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Impressive Glass Vase with Stylized Thorn Design by Steuben
By Steuben Glass
Located in New York, NY
Impressive glass vase by Steuben features four stylized thorns that twist around the center of the
Category

20th Century Vases

Knud Basse for Mechael Andersen & Son, Rose Thorn Vases 'Gray-Green'
By Knud Basse, Michael Andersen & Son
Located in New York, NY
& Sons. These "Rose Thorn" design vases have a beautiful low luster dark gray with green undertones
Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Knud Basse Rose Thorn Vase, Moss Green by Michael Andersen & Søn, Denmark 1950s
By Knud Basse, Michael Andersen & Son
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Thorn Vase with moss green matte glaze, made in the 1950´s Sign. monogram KB for Knud Basse + shield
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Round Venus Jar with Thistle Top, a Glass & Copper Vessel by James Lethbridge
By James Lethbridge
Located in London, GB
incorporate a multitude of glass thorns, shards and tendrils. The act of repetitious making has stayed a
Category

2010s Belgian Organic Modern Jars

Materials

Copper

Vintage Nine Roses Vase
Located in Haarlem, NL
The glass tubes are all connected and have tiny glass thorns. Very delicate and a miracle that it
Category

20th Century Vases

Materials

Glass

Vintage Nine Roses Vase
Vintage Nine Roses Vase
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H 14.97 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Large Art Nouveau Amphora Glass Vase with Enamel Paintings, Bohemia, circa 1900
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
thorn branch. A unique masterpiece of bohemian Art Nouveau glass art coming in absolute great original
Category

Early 20th Century Czech Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Enamel

Mid-20th Century French Lalique Ispahan Crystal Vase with Etched & Frosted Roses
By Lalique
Located in Dallas, TX
by Marc Lalique, the round Ispahan rose vase features an etched and frosted floral, branch and thorn
Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vases

Materials

Crystal

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Thorn Vessel For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal thorn vessel for your home. A thorn vessel — often made from ceramic, metal and glass — can elevate any home. There are 30 variations of the antique or vintage thorn vessel you’re looking for, while we also have 36 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a thorn vessel — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A thorn vessel, designed in the modern, Scandinavian Modern or Art Nouveau style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made thorn vessel has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Elica Studio, Knud Basse and Michael Andersen & Son are consistently popular.

How Much is a Thorn Vessel?

Prices for a thorn vessel can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $175 and can go as high as $22,850, while the average can fetch as much as $2,610.

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.

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