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Amphora Shape Red Vase by Emilie Lemardeley
Amphora Shape Red Vase by Emilie Lemardeley

Amphora Shape Red Vase by Emilie Lemardeley

Located in Geneve, CH

Amphora Shape Red Vase by Emilie Lemardeley Unique Piece Dimensions: Ø 42 x H 65 cm Materials: Hand blown glass.

Category

2010s French Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Basket Shape Green Vase by Emilie Lemardeley
Basket Shape Green Vase by Emilie Lemardeley

Basket Shape Green Vase by Emilie Lemardeley

Located in Geneve, CH

Basket Shape Green Vase by Emilie Lemardeley Unique Piece Dimensions: ⌀ 48 x H 38 cm Materials: Hand blown glass.

Category

2010s French Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Basket Shape White Vase by Emilie Lemardeley
Basket Shape White Vase by Emilie Lemardeley

Basket Shape White Vase by Emilie Lemardeley

Located in Geneve, CH

Basket Shape White Vase by Emilie Lemardeley Unique Piece Dimensions: ⌀ 50 x H 38 cm Materials: Hand blown glass.

Category

2010s French Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Anemone Shape Grey Vase by Emilie Lemardeley
Anemone Shape Grey Vase by Emilie Lemardeley

Anemone Shape Grey Vase by Emilie Lemardeley

Located in Geneve, CH

Anemone Shape Grey Vase by Emilie Lemardeley Unique Piece Dimensions: D 40 x W 51 x H 40 cm Materials: Hand blown glass.

Category

2010s French Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

VIntage Blue and Gold Murano Glass Vase
VIntage Blue and Gold Murano Glass Vase

VIntage Blue and Gold Murano Glass Vase

Located in Dallas, TX

Perfect for adding a touch of elegance to any room, this vase is a unique and stylish addition to any collection. 11w x 18.5h

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Unique Tara One 1 Vessel - Contemporary Sculpted in Black Wood by Megarisiotis
Unique Tara One 1 Vessel - Contemporary Sculpted in Black Wood by Megarisiotis

Unique Tara One 1 Vessel - Contemporary Sculpted in Black Wood by Megarisiotis

Located in Geneve, CH

Tara One 1 Vessel - Contemporary Sculpted in Black Wood by Megarisiotis One Of A Kind Dimensions: Ø 40 x H 14 cm. Materials: Turned, brushed, and burned oak. Tara is undoubtedly the...

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Oak

Unique Tara One 2 Vessel - Contemporary Sculpted in Black Wood by Megarisiotis
Unique Tara One 2 Vessel - Contemporary Sculpted in Black Wood by Megarisiotis

Unique Tara One 2 Vessel - Contemporary Sculpted in Black Wood by Megarisiotis

Located in Geneve, CH

Tara One 2 Vessel by Megarisiotis One Of A Kind Dimensions: Ø 37 x H 14 cm. Materials: Turned, brushed, and burned oak. Tara is undoubtedly the most powerful female deity in the Bud...

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Oak

Kosta Boda Meadow Vase Winter Small
Kosta Boda Meadow Vase Winter Small

Kosta Boda Meadow Vase Winter Small

Located in Wilkes Barre, PA

During the production the vases are rolled in crushed pieces of white glass, which makes each vase unique.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Vases

Materials

Crystal

Kosta Boda Meadow Vase Spring Wide
Kosta Boda Meadow Vase Spring Wide

Kosta Boda Meadow Vase Spring Wide

Located in Wilkes Barre, PA

During the production the vases are rolled in crushed pieces of colored glass, which makes each vase unique.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Vases

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Boho Original Studio Pottery Biomorphic Vase
Vintage Boho Original Studio Pottery Biomorphic Vase

Vintage Boho Original Studio Pottery Biomorphic Vase

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Measuring 6.25" in diameter and 5.25" tall, this versatile vessel functions beautifully as a unique bud vase or "tulipiere," allowing for creative, multi-stemmed floral arrangements.

Category

Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Vases

Materials

Pottery

Kosta Boda Meadow Vase Spring Tall
Kosta Boda Meadow Vase Spring Tall

Kosta Boda Meadow Vase Spring Tall

Located in Wilkes Barre, PA

During the production the vases are rolled in crushed pieces of colored glass, which makes each vase unique.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Vases

Materials

Crystal

Alessio Tasca Ceramic Vase, Italy, 1970
Alessio Tasca Ceramic Vase, Italy, 1970

Alessio Tasca Ceramic Vase, Italy, 1970

By Alessio Tasca

Located in Piacenza, Italy

A stunning squared unique ceramic vase designed and exectuted by Alessio Tasca.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Kosta Boda Saraband Vase Purple/Green
Kosta Boda Saraband Vase Purple/Green

Kosta Boda Saraband Vase Purple/Green

By Göran Wärff

Located in Wilkes Barre, PA

Saraband is handmade at Kosta Glassworks in Sweden by using a free-hand technique, which makes each vase unique. The magnificent Saraband is a sculpture, a vase, and an art piece, pa...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Vases

Materials

Crystal

Kosta Boda Saraband Vase Red/Amber
Kosta Boda Saraband Vase Red/Amber

Kosta Boda Saraband Vase Red/Amber

By Göran Wärff

Located in Wilkes Barre, PA

Saraband is handmade at Kosta Glassworks in Sweden by using a free-hand technique, which makes each vase unique. The magnificent Saraband is a sculpture, a vase, and an art piece, pa...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Vases

Materials

Crystal

Big Marble Vase by Veronika Švábeníková
Big Marble Vase by Veronika Švábeníková

Big Marble Vase by Veronika Švábeníková

Located in Geneve, CH

Big marble vase by Veronika Švábeníková Dimensions: 17 × 17 × 23.5 cm Materials: Ceramic A truly unique collection of ceramic vases that will enhance any decor.

Category

2010s Czech Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Big Marble Vase by Veronika Švábeníková
Big Marble Vase by Veronika Švábeníková

Big Marble Vase by Veronika Švábeníková

Located in Geneve, CH

Big marble vase by Veronika Švábeníková Dimensions: 17 × 17 × 23.5 cm Materials: Ceramic A truly unique collection of ceramic vases that will enhance any decor.

Category

2010s Czech Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Big Marble Vase by Veronika Švábeníková
Big Marble Vase by Veronika Švábeníková

Big Marble Vase by Veronika Švábeníková

Located in Geneve, CH

Big marble vase by Veronika Švábeníková Dimensions: 17 × 17 × 23.5 cm Materials: Ceramic A truly unique collection of ceramic vases that will enhance any decor.

Category

2010s Czech Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Boho Trio of Studio Pottery Vases
Vintage Boho Trio of Studio Pottery Vases

Vintage Boho Trio of Studio Pottery Vases

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Each vase showcases unique handcrafted details, from the varied silhouettes to the subtly textured, earthy glazes that catch the light beautifully.

Category

Late 20th Century American Rustic Vases

Materials

Earthenware, Pottery

Small Marble Vase by Veronika Švábeníková
Small Marble Vase by Veronika Švábeníková

Small Marble Vase by Veronika Švábeníková

Located in Geneve, CH

Small marble vase by Veronika Švábeníková Dimensions: 14 × 14 × 17.5 cm Materials: Ceramic A petit version of a truly unique collection of ceramic vases that will enhance any de...

Category

2010s Czech Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Small Marble Vase by Veronika Švábeníková
Small Marble Vase by Veronika Švábeníková

Small Marble Vase by Veronika Švábeníková

Located in Geneve, CH

A petit version of a truly unique collection of ceramic vases that will enhance any decor.

Category

2010s Czech Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Small Marble Vase by Veronika Švábeníková
Small Marble Vase by Veronika Švábeníková

Small Marble Vase by Veronika Švábeníková

Located in Geneve, CH

Small marble vase by Veronika Švábeníková Dimensions: 14 × 14 × 17.5 cm Materials: Ceramic A petit version of a truly unique collection of ceramic vases that will enhance any de...

Category

2010s Czech Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Five Stems Black Vase by Fabio Novembre
Five Stems Black Vase by Fabio Novembre

Five Stems Black Vase by Fabio Novembre

By Bitossi

Located in Milan, IT

This vase features a unique composition of five cylindrical stems of varying heights rising from a textured base that functions as a water reservoir.

Category

2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Monumental Italian Copper Baluster Urn Amphora Vase
Monumental Italian Copper Baluster Urn Amphora Vase

Monumental Italian Copper Baluster Urn Amphora Vase

By Midcentury Italian school

Located in Atlanta, GA

The hand-worked details on the copper, along with its beautiful patina, give this vessel its unique appeal. The important vase features an entirely hammered pattern with a raised bea...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Revival Vases

Materials

Metal, Copper

Trio Olive Green Vase by Biancodichina
Trio Olive Green Vase by Biancodichina

Trio Olive Green Vase by Biancodichina

Located in Geneve, CH

Trio Olive Green Vase by Biancodichina Unique piece. Dimensions: D 16 x W 25 x H 37 cm.

Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Filomena Street Vendor of Lemons Vase
Filomena Street Vendor of Lemons Vase

Filomena Street Vendor of Lemons Vase

By Patrizia Italiano

Located in Milan, IT

This entirely unique, head-shaped vase in matte white ceramic was handcrafted as an homage to the folk value of Sicilian street markets.

Category

2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Handmade Spikes Tall White Ceramic Vase IV
Handmade Spikes Tall White Ceramic Vase IV

Handmade Spikes Tall White Ceramic Vase IV

By OWO Ceramics

Located in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, AR

Providing a unique perspective from every angle, this handmade pottery vase blurs the line between functionality and ornament.

Category

2010s Argentine Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Pottery

Trio Pure White Vase by Biancodichina
Trio Pure White Vase by Biancodichina

Trio Pure White Vase by Biancodichina

Located in Geneve, CH

Trio Pure White Vase by Biancodichina Unique piece. Dimensions: D 16 x W 25 x H 37 cm.

Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Kosta Boda Crackle Circular Vase XL
Kosta Boda Crackle Circular Vase XL

Kosta Boda Crackle Circular Vase XL

By Asa Jungnelius

Located in Wilkes Barre, PA

The circular glass that Crackle Circular is made of, makes the products shift in color, and the small bubbles created during the process of making circular glass into a new product, ...

Category

2010s Swedish Vases

Materials

Crystal

Kosta Boda Crackle Circular Vase Tall
Kosta Boda Crackle Circular Vase Tall

Kosta Boda Crackle Circular Vase Tall

By Asa Jungnelius

Located in Wilkes Barre, PA

The circular glass that Crackle Circular is made of, makes the products shift in color, and the small bubbles created during the process of making circular glass into a new product, ...

Category

2010s Swedish Vases

Materials

Crystal

Handcrafted Iridescent Smoke Crystal Vases, Mid-Century Modern
Handcrafted Iridescent Smoke Crystal Vases, Mid-Century Modern

Handcrafted Iridescent Smoke Crystal Vases, Mid-Century Modern

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The heavy rounded crystal glass object has an artistic inclusion of an iridescent smoke color inserted into the transparent vase. A unique handmade design adds to the extraordinary a...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Crystal

Murano Green & Amber Sommerso Glass Faceted Vase
Murano Green & Amber Sommerso Glass Faceted Vase

Murano Green & Amber Sommerso Glass Faceted Vase

Located in KUTNO, PL

The faceted edges act as a prism, splitting the light and enhancing the play of colors, making each piece unique. Sommerso vases from Murano are among the most collectible pieces of...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Handmade Spikes White Ceramic Flower Vase V
Handmade Spikes White Ceramic Flower Vase V

Handmade Spikes White Ceramic Flower Vase V

By OWO Ceramics

Located in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, AR

Providing a unique perspective from every angle, this handmade ceramic vase blurs the line between functionality and ornament.

Category

2010s Argentine Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Pottery

Vintage Boho Praying Mantis Studio Pottery Vase
Vintage Boho Praying Mantis Studio Pottery Vase

Vintage Boho Praying Mantis Studio Pottery Vase

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Presenting a captivating Vintage Boho Studio Pottery Vase, a unique artisan creation featuring an evocative praying mantis motif.

Category

Late 20th Century American Rustic Vases

Materials

Pottery

Handmade Crystal Glass Vases with Irregular Bubble Décor
Handmade Crystal Glass Vases with Irregular Bubble Décor

Handmade Crystal Glass Vases with Irregular Bubble Décor

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The heavy cylinder shaped crystal glass object has an artistic inclusion of white inserted into the transparent vase. The unique handmade design adds to the extraordinary and irrepro...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Crystal

Maxivases Delftblue Vase by Roman Sedina
Maxivases Delftblue Vase by Roman Sedina

Maxivases Delftblue Vase by Roman Sedina

By Serena Confalonieri

Located in Geneve, CH

Under Sedin’s leadership, a unique collection of vases is being created on which renowned artists, designers, architects, theorists and gallerists from Europe collaborate.

Category

2010s Czech Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Maxivases Antracit Vase by Roman Sedina
Maxivases Antracit Vase by Roman Sedina

Maxivases Antracit Vase by Roman Sedina

By Serena Confalonieri

Located in Geneve, CH

Under Sedin’s leadership, a unique collection of vases is being created on which renowned artists, designers, architects, theorists and gallerists from Europe collaborate.

Category

2010s Czech Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Amphorae Lekytos vase by Mario Cioni & C
Amphorae Lekytos vase by Mario Cioni & C

Amphorae Lekytos vase by Mario Cioni & C

By Mario Cioni

Located in Milan, IT

Crystal with over 24% of PbO makes these vases have a unique brightness and therefore capable of innovate even the most modern spaces.

Category

2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Crystal

Amphorae Pythos vase by Mario Cioni & C
Amphorae Pythos vase by Mario Cioni & C

Amphorae Pythos vase by Mario Cioni & C

By Mario Cioni

Located in Milan, IT

Crystal with over 24% of PbO makes these vases have a unique brightness and therefore capable of innovate even the most modern spaces.

Category

2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Crystal

Amphorae Idria vase by Mario Cioni & C
Amphorae Idria vase by Mario Cioni & C

Amphorae Idria vase by Mario Cioni & C

By Mario Cioni

Located in Milan, IT

Crystal with over 24% of PbO makes these vases have a unique brightness and therefore capable of innovate even the most modern spaces.

Category

2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Crystal

Danish Brutalist Stoneware Vase by Conny Walther, 1970s
Danish Brutalist Stoneware Vase by Conny Walther, 1970s

Danish Brutalist Stoneware Vase by Conny Walther, 1970s

By Conny Walther

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A unique chanterelle shaped pottery vase/bowl in earthy polychrome glazes by the danish female ceramist Conny Walther.

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Brutalist Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Freeform Amber Colored Bubble Glass Vase 1960s
Freeform Amber Colored Bubble Glass Vase 1960s

Freeform Amber Colored Bubble Glass Vase 1960s

Located in Meer, VAN

Hand blown, this vase is a unique piece of glass art. The vase features a very beautiful and radiant amber color and numerous little bubbles.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Galle Cameo Art Glass Landscape Vase
Galle Cameo Art Glass Landscape Vase

Galle Cameo Art Glass Landscape Vase

By Émile Gallé

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

The unique conical shape of this vase begins as circular at the base and tapers into a triangular opening at the top.

Category

Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Glass

Renate Weidner, Rare “Vase with Feathers”, 2004
Renate Weidner, Rare “Vase with Feathers”, 2004

Renate Weidner, Rare “Vase with Feathers”, 2004

Located in Weesp, NL

The combination of tactile glaze work and the soft, airy feather detailing gives this piece a unique sculptural presence. The vase is monogrammed on the bottom, attesting to its auth...

Category

Early 2000s Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Feathers

Pigaia Vase XL by Angeliki Stamatakou
Pigaia Vase XL by Angeliki Stamatakou

Pigaia Vase XL by Angeliki Stamatakou

Located in Geneve, CH

She studied Fine Arts at AKTO University in Athens. Her work includes unique sculptural decor objects, vases, and centerpieces.

Category

2010s Greek Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Mulberry Collection Vase by Angeliki Stamatakou
Mulberry Collection Vase by Angeliki Stamatakou

Mulberry Collection Vase by Angeliki Stamatakou

Located in Geneve, CH

She studied Fine Arts at AKTO University in Athens. Her work includes unique sculptural decor objects, vases, and centerpieces.

Category

2010s Greek Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Platinum River Vase by Angeliki Stamatakou
Platinum River Vase by Angeliki Stamatakou

Platinum River Vase by Angeliki Stamatakou

Located in Geneve, CH

She studied Fine Arts at AKTO University in Athens. Her work includes unique sculptural decor objects, vases, and centerpieces.

Category

2010s Greek Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Platinum

Large Millerighe Clear Glass Vase by Casarialto
Large Millerighe Clear Glass Vase by Casarialto

Large Millerighe Clear Glass Vase by Casarialto

By Casarialto

Located in Milan, IT

The Large Millerighe vase embodies a unique blend of traditional Italian artistry and modern elegance.

Category

2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Glass

Amazonia Multicolor Large Vase by Gaetano Pesce #1
Amazonia Multicolor Large Vase by Gaetano Pesce #1

Amazonia Multicolor Large Vase by Gaetano Pesce #1

By Corsi Design Factory

Located in Milan, IT

Part of the Fish Design collection, the vase showcases a unique sculptural form with a glossy finish and distinctive footed base.

Category

2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Resin

Galaxias 2 Vase by Angeliki Stamatakou
Galaxias 2 Vase by Angeliki Stamatakou

Galaxias 2 Vase by Angeliki Stamatakou

Located in Geneve, CH

She studied Fine Arts at AKTO University in Athens. Her work includes unique sculptural decor objects, vases, and centerpieces.

Category

2010s Greek Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Galaxias 1 Vase by Angeliki Stamatakou
Galaxias 1 Vase by Angeliki Stamatakou

Galaxias 1 Vase by Angeliki Stamatakou

Located in Geneve, CH

She studied Fine Arts at AKTO University in Athens. Her work includes unique sculptural decor objects, vases, and centerpieces.

Category

2010s Greek Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Menagerie Hand-Painted Ceramic Vase - Palm Tree
Menagerie Hand-Painted Ceramic Vase - Palm Tree

Menagerie Hand-Painted Ceramic Vase - Palm Tree

By Les Ottomans

Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT

Celebrate the beauty and playfulness of nature with this unique ceramic vase, an excellent gift for animal enthusiasts or anyone who appreciates artisanal quality.

Category

2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Boho Hand Carved Cypress Knot Vase
Vintage Boho Hand Carved Cypress Knot Vase

Vintage Boho Hand Carved Cypress Knot Vase

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Signed by the artist and originating from a studio in Cañon City, Colorado, this vase is a unique sculptural object, perfect for displaying a single stem or as a standalone work of a...

Category

Late 20th Century American Rustic Vases

Materials

Burl

Vintage Boho Hand Painted Glazed Ceramic Vase
Vintage Boho Hand Painted Glazed Ceramic Vase

Vintage Boho Hand Painted Glazed Ceramic Vase

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Inject a burst of vibrant personality into your decor with this captivating vintage Boho hand-painted glazed ceramic vase. This unique piece celebrates artistic freedom with its play...

Category

Late 20th Century American Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Brutalist Terracotta Vase, Tenmoku Glaze, 1970s UK
Brutalist Terracotta Vase, Tenmoku Glaze, 1970s UK

Brutalist Terracotta Vase, Tenmoku Glaze, 1970s UK

Located in Glasgow, GB

It is an example of mid-century British studio pottery, restrained yet expressive, and well-suited to collectors of British studio ceramics and interiors favouring sculptural ceramic...

Category

Vintage 1970s British Brutalist Vases

Materials

Terracotta

Pair of Large Murano Blown Vases
Pair of Large Murano Blown Vases

Pair of Large Murano Blown Vases

Located in Westport, CT

Pair of large Murano blown crème vases with a unique mint green color leaves applied asymmetrically signed Cenedese.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vases

Important Prototype Vases by Winslow Anderson, 1952
Important Prototype Vases by Winslow Anderson, 1952

Important Prototype Vases by Winslow Anderson, 1952

By Blenko Glass, Winslow Anderson

Located in South Charleston, WV

Of clear importance and a unique opportunity to have these vases which have unique dimensions from the actual production pieces.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

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Unique Vases For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of unique vases available for sale. Each of these unique unique vases was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, glass and porcelain. There are 591 antique and vintage unique vases for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 353 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of unique vases available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Unique vases made by Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made unique vases over the years, but those made by Royal Copenhagen, Bing & Grøndahl and Elyse Graham are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Unique Vases?

Prices for unique vases can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, unique vases begin at $53 and can go as high as $36,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,400.

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.