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Vintage 1960s Hand-Blown Red Glass Vase with Silver Details
Vintage 1960s Hand-Blown Red Glass Vase with Silver Details

Vintage 1960s Hand-Blown Red Glass Vase with Silver Details

Located in PARIS, FR

statement piece. Add a touch of vintage charm to your space with this unique hand-crafted vase that

Category

20th Century Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Japanese Contemporary White Blue Porcelain Vase by Master Artist
Japanese Contemporary White Blue Porcelain Vase by Master Artist

Japanese Contemporary White Blue Porcelain Vase by Master Artist

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Unique Japanese contemporary decorative porcelain vase, hand-painted in blue underglaze and red on

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Vases

Materials

Porcelain

A 20th century vintage art glass vase by Jan Beranek
A 20th century vintage art glass vase by Jan Beranek

A 20th century vintage art glass vase by Jan Beranek

By Jan Beranek

Located in BARCELONA, ES

figure in the world of art glass, this vase represents a unique blend of functionality and aesthetic

Category

Late 20th Century Czech Space Age Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Midcentury Striped Holmegaard Art GlassGlass Vase by Michael Bang , 1960s
Midcentury Striped Holmegaard Art GlassGlass Vase by Michael Bang , 1960s

Midcentury Striped Holmegaard Art GlassGlass Vase by Michael Bang , 1960s

By Holmegaard

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Dating from the 1960s this unique hand-blown art glass vase by Michael Bang was made at Holmegaard

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Murano Rainbow Aventurine Flecks Swirl Ribbons Italian Art Glass Fazzoletto Vase
Murano Rainbow Aventurine Flecks Swirl Ribbons Italian Art Glass Fazzoletto Vase

Murano Rainbow Aventurine Flecks Swirl Ribbons Italian Art Glass Fazzoletto Vase

By Dino Martens, Fratelli Toso, Venini

Located in Kissimmee, FL

flecks ribbons, creating a unique alternating pattern. The vase also has an applied white glass trim

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Ribbon

A 20th century Opalescent art Glass vase signed Henry Dean
A 20th century Opalescent art Glass vase signed Henry Dean

A 20th century Opalescent art Glass vase signed Henry Dean

Located in BARCELONA, ES

, brings a unique touch to this vase, making it a standout addition to any collection. The opalescent

Category

Late 20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Japanese Platinum Black Porcelain Vase by Contemporary Master Artist
Japanese Platinum Black Porcelain Vase by Contemporary Master Artist

Japanese Platinum Black Porcelain Vase by Contemporary Master Artist

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Unique contemporary Japanese decorative porcelain vase hand painted in platinum and black over a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Platinum

16” Tall Michael Nourot Art Glass Ruffled Vase - Signed, Special Order
16” Tall Michael Nourot Art Glass Ruffled Vase - Signed, Special Order

16” Tall Michael Nourot Art Glass Ruffled Vase - Signed, Special Order

Located in Germantown, MD

made for Thalia and Larry Punt June 18, 1999. Unique, Original. Hand Made and shaped. This vase is

Category

20th Century American Egyptian Revival Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Japanese Contemporary Black Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 8
Japanese Contemporary Black Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 8

Japanese Contemporary Black Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 8

Located in Takarazuka, JP

available upon request. This unique porcelain vase comes in a custom made wooden case signed by the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Vases

Materials

Porcelain

A Majestic and Monumental Patinated Bronze Vase With Regal Roman Emperors
A Majestic and Monumental Patinated Bronze Vase With Regal Roman Emperors

A Majestic and Monumental Patinated Bronze Vase With Regal Roman Emperors

Located in Long Island City, NY

exceptional and truly unique, one of a kind vase. 33" high x 20" diameter Very good condition, normal wear

Category

Antique 19th Century Vases

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Mod.03 "Carbono" Vase by Domingos Tótora, Brazil 2019
Mod.03 "Carbono" Vase by Domingos Tótora, Brazil 2019

Mod.03 "Carbono" Vase by Domingos Tótora, Brazil 2019

By Domingos Tótora

Located in Utrecht, NL

hand and inherently open to little imperfections and differences, making each piece unique. This vase

Category

2010s Brazilian Organic Modern Vases

Materials

Paper

Mod.01 "Carbono" Vase by Domingos Tótora, Brazil 2019
Mod.01 "Carbono" Vase by Domingos Tótora, Brazil 2019

Mod.01 "Carbono" Vase by Domingos Tótora, Brazil 2019

By Domingos Tótora

Located in Utrecht, NL

hand and inherently open to little imperfections and differences, making each piece unique. This vase

Category

2010s Brazilian Organic Modern Vases

Materials

Paper

Mod.02 "Carbono" Vase by Domingos Tótora, Brazil 2019
Mod.02 "Carbono" Vase by Domingos Tótora, Brazil 2019

Mod.02 "Carbono" Vase by Domingos Tótora, Brazil 2019

By Domingos Tótora

Located in Utrecht, NL

hand and inherently open to little imperfections and differences, making each piece unique. This vase

Category

2010s Brazilian Organic Modern Vases

Materials

Paper

Murano Pink White Aventurine Flecks Ribbons Italian Art Glass Fazzoletto Vase
Murano Pink White Aventurine Flecks Ribbons Italian Art Glass Fazzoletto Vase

Murano Pink White Aventurine Flecks Ribbons Italian Art Glass Fazzoletto Vase

By Venini, Fratelli Toso

Located in Kissimmee, FL

ribbons. It has 3 decorative pulled peaks along the edge off the rim, creating a unique shape. The vase

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Tricolarial 40, a multicoloured handblown sculptural vase by Vic Bamforth
Tricolarial 40, a multicoloured handblown sculptural vase by Vic Bamforth

Tricolarial 40, a multicoloured handblown sculptural vase by Vic Bamforth

Located in London, GB

'Tricolarial 40' is a unique handblown sculptural vase by the British artist Vic Bamforth. With

Category

2010s British Organic Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Gilded Japanese Red Porcelain Vase by Contemporary Master Artist
Gilded Japanese Red Porcelain Vase by Contemporary Master Artist

Gilded Japanese Red Porcelain Vase by Contemporary Master Artist

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Exceptional large Japanese porcelain vase uniquely gilded in platinum inside, and hand-painted

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Vases

Materials

Gold, Platinum

Large Modern Art Deco Vase with Fish Flowers and Plants
Large Modern Art Deco Vase with Fish Flowers and Plants

Large Modern Art Deco Vase with Fish Flowers and Plants

Located in Antwerp, BE

Large France Modern art deco unique ceramic studio vase. This vase depicts an underwater scene with

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Rectangle Bubble Vase in Navy Blue Resin by Paola Valle
Rectangle Bubble Vase in Navy Blue Resin by Paola Valle

Rectangle Bubble Vase in Navy Blue Resin by Paola Valle

By Paola Valle

Located in Ciudad De México, MX

Striking and elegant, the Rectangle Bubble Vase has a unique silhouette that brings a modern and

Category

2010s Mexican Modern Vases

Materials

Marble

Green Orange Gold Porcelain Vase by Contemporary Japanese Artist
Green Orange Gold Porcelain Vase by Contemporary Japanese Artist

Green Orange Gold Porcelain Vase by Contemporary Japanese Artist

Located in Takarazuka, JP

profile is available upon request. This unique large porcelain vase in brilliant green and orange with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Gold

Modern Sculptural Vase in White Shagreen by R&Y Augousti
Modern Sculptural Vase in White Shagreen by R&Y Augousti

Modern Sculptural Vase in White Shagreen by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in West Hollywood, CA

The La Dame Vase by R&Y Augousti is a stunning embodiment of elegance and artisanal mastery

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Vases

Materials

Shagreen Stingray

Large Polychrome Stoneware Vase by Gösta Millberg, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s
Large Polychrome Stoneware Vase by Gösta Millberg, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s

Large Polychrome Stoneware Vase by Gösta Millberg, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s

By Rörstrand

Located in Grythyttan, SE

glazes makes each vase unique. The color range is quite remarkable, encompassing various shades like

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Ettore Sottsass Vase from Stepped Series in Enameled Ceramic by Bitossi
Ettore Sottsass Vase from Stepped Series in Enameled Ceramic by Bitossi

Ettore Sottsass Vase from Stepped Series in Enameled Ceramic by Bitossi

By Ettore Sottsass, Bitossi

Located in Cascina, Pisa

this version, the vase presents a unique composition of color that never come in production, in fact

Category

20th Century Italian Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Modern Kintsugi Style Frosted Glass Vase, a Set of 3
Modern Kintsugi Style Frosted Glass Vase, a Set of 3

Modern Kintsugi Style Frosted Glass Vase, a Set of 3

Located in Plainview, NY

A trio of Modern Kintsugi-style skinny vases, each a unique embodiment of artistry and contemporary

Category

Late 20th Century Japonisme Vases

Materials

Glass

Rectangle Bubble Vase in Beige Resin Terrazo by Paola Valle
Rectangle Bubble Vase in Beige Resin Terrazo by Paola Valle

Rectangle Bubble Vase in Beige Resin Terrazo by Paola Valle

By Paola Valle

Located in Ciudad De México, MX

Striking and elegant, the Rectangle Bubble Vase has a unique silhouette that brings a modern and

Category

2010s Mexican Modern Vases

Materials

Marble

Grenat Foncé Vase V in Deep Burgundy Glazed Ceramic by Gazar Studio
Grenat Foncé Vase V in Deep Burgundy Glazed Ceramic by Gazar Studio

Grenat Foncé Vase V in Deep Burgundy Glazed Ceramic by Gazar Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Grenat Foncé Vase V in Deep Burgundy Glazed Ceramic by Gazar Studio Unique Piece Dimensions: Ø 22 x

Category

2010s Serbian Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Clay

1950s Kaj Franck Iittala Hand Blown Glass Small Vase Finland
1950s Kaj Franck Iittala Hand Blown Glass Small Vase Finland

1950s Kaj Franck Iittala Hand Blown Glass Small Vase Finland

By Kaj Franck

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a 1950s Kaj Franck Iittala hand blown glass small vase. Unique modern

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Antique Mt. Washington Styled Quilted Opalescent & Enamelled Art Glass Vase
Antique Mt. Washington Styled Quilted Opalescent & Enamelled Art Glass Vase

Antique Mt. Washington Styled Quilted Opalescent & Enamelled Art Glass Vase

By Mount Washington Glass Works

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

Victorian style. The vase has a unique squared shape with clear glass handles and indenations to the front

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Curt Magnus Addin, Swedish artist. Ceramic vase in modernist style.
Curt Magnus Addin, Swedish artist. Ceramic vase in modernist style.

Curt Magnus Addin, Swedish artist. Ceramic vase in modernist style.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Curt Magnus Addin, own workshop, Swedish ceramic artist. Unique ceramic vase in a modernist style

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Curt Magnus Addin, Swedish artist. Ceramic vase in modernist style.
Curt Magnus Addin, Swedish artist. Ceramic vase in modernist style.

Curt Magnus Addin, Swedish artist. Ceramic vase in modernist style.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Curt Magnus Addin, own workshop, Swedish ceramic artist. Unique ceramic vase in a modernist style

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Alessio Tasca Ceramic Vase, Mid-Century Modern, Italy, Circa 1970
Alessio Tasca Ceramic Vase, Mid-Century Modern, Italy, Circa 1970

Alessio Tasca Ceramic Vase, Mid-Century Modern, Italy, Circa 1970

By Alessio Tasca

Located in Piacenza, Italy

A stunning squared unique ceramic vase designed and exectuted by Alessio Tasca. Italy, 1970.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Scandinavian Modern Stoneware Vase by Jørgen Mogensen, Royal Copenhagen, 1960s
Scandinavian Modern Stoneware Vase by Jørgen Mogensen, Royal Copenhagen, 1960s

Scandinavian Modern Stoneware Vase by Jørgen Mogensen, Royal Copenhagen, 1960s

By Jørgen Mogensen, Royal Copenhagen

Located in Odense, DK

Unique stoneware vase made by Danish artist Jørgen Mogensen at Royal Copenhagen in the 1960s

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Extra Large 33cm Pink Heavy Large Murano Glass Sommerso Vase Italy, 1970s
Extra Large 33cm Pink Heavy Large Murano Glass Sommerso Vase Italy, 1970s

Extra Large 33cm Pink Heavy Large Murano Glass Sommerso Vase Italy, 1970s

By Flavio Poli, Alessandro Mandruzzato

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

vase has a unique coloration of clear glass and a mixture of pink tone and clear glass on the bottom

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Matte Green Sicilian Terracotta Vase Designed by Stefania Boemi
Matte Green Sicilian Terracotta Vase Designed by Stefania Boemi

Matte Green Sicilian Terracotta Vase Designed by Stefania Boemi

By Stefania Boemi

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

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Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Terracotta

Mid-Century Stoneware Vase by Sylvia Leuchovius for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1975
Mid-Century Stoneware Vase by Sylvia Leuchovius for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1975

Mid-Century Stoneware Vase by Sylvia Leuchovius for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1975

By Sylvia Leuchovius, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, rorstrand studio

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful and unique stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Made by Sylvia Leuchovius at Rörstrand

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Mid-Century Stoneware Vase by Sylvia Leuchovius for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1973
Mid-Century Stoneware Vase by Sylvia Leuchovius for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1973

Mid-Century Stoneware Vase by Sylvia Leuchovius for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1973

By rorstrand studio, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Sylvia Leuchovius, Rörstrand

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful and unique stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Made by Sylvia Leuchovius at Rörstrand

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

White and Black Sicilian Vase, Designed by Stefania Boemi
White and Black Sicilian Vase, Designed by Stefania Boemi

White and Black Sicilian Vase, Designed by Stefania Boemi

By Stefania Boemi

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

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Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Terracotta

Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vase, Pale Pink, Italy, 1980
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vase, Pale Pink, Italy, 1980

Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vase, Pale Pink, Italy, 1980

Located in Roma, Lazio

Beautiful vase from the Murano manufacture, particular design open at the front. Light, thin and

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #17
"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #17

"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #17

By Ugo La Pietra

Located in Milan, IT

Ugo La Pietra "Inner strength" vase #17 From the "Inner strength" collection, ceramics dedicated

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vases

Materials

Ceramic

"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #11
"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #11

"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #11

By Ugo La Pietra

Located in Milan, IT

Ugo La Pietra "Inner strength" vase #11 From the "Inner strength" collection, ceramics dedicated

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vases

Materials

Ceramic

"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #15
"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #15

"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #15

By Ugo La Pietra

Located in Milan, IT

Ugo La Pietra "Inner strength" vase #15 From the "Inner strength" collection, ceramics dedicated

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vases

Materials

Ceramic

"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #14
"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #14

"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #14

By Ugo La Pietra

Located in Milan, IT

Ugo La Pietra "Inner strength" vase #14 From the "Inner strength" collection, ceramics dedicated

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vases

Materials

Ceramic

"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #16
"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #16

"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #16

By Ugo La Pietra

Located in Milan, IT

Ugo La Pietra "Inner strength" vase #16 From the "Inner strength" collection, ceramics dedicated

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vases

Materials

Ceramic

"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #13
"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #13

"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #13

By Ugo La Pietra

Located in Milan, IT

Ugo La Pietra "Inner strength" vase #13 From the "Inner strength" collection, ceramics dedicated

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vases

Materials

Ceramic

"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #12
"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #12

"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #12

By Ugo La Pietra

Located in Milan, IT

Ugo La Pietra "Inner strength" vase #12 From the "Inner strength" collection, ceramics dedicated

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vases

Materials

Ceramic

"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #2
"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #2

"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #2

By Ugo La Pietra

Located in Milan, IT

Ugo La Pietra "Inner strength" vase #2 From the "Inner strength" collection, ceramics dedicated

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vases

Materials

Ceramic

"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #3
"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #3

"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #3

By Ugo La Pietra

Located in Milan, IT

Ugo La Pietra "Inner strength" vase #3 From the "Inner strength" collection, ceramics dedicated

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vases

Materials

Ceramic

"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #8
"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #8

"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #8

By Ugo La Pietra

Located in Milan, IT

Ugo La Pietra "Inner strength" vase #8 From the "Inner strength" collection, ceramics dedicated

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vases

Materials

Ceramic

"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #9
"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #9

"Inner Strength" Handmade Black Ceramic Bucchero Tuscan Etruscan Vase #9

By Ugo La Pietra

Located in Milan, IT

Ugo La Pietra "Inner strength" vase #9 From the "Inner strength" collection, ceramics dedicated

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vases

Materials

Ceramic

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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.