$230Sale Price|49% Off
Green Flamingo Orchid Art Glass Vase by Per Lütken for Holmegaard, 1957
By Per Lütken
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Unique art glass vase designed and made by Per Lütken at Holmegaard in Denmark in 1957. Executed in green and clean hand-blown Sommerso Glass. Hand-signed to its base Holmegaard, 195...
Blown Glass
Ovoid Ceramic Vase in Green Glaze in the style of Anna-Lisa Thomson
By Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Such a tactile piece in the most beautiful ovoid shape. The numerals to its base could suggest that this piece was made by Michael Andersen & Son in Denmark. However the design and c...
Ceramic
Large Blue Bubble Glass Vase attributed to Helena Tynell by Jachmann, 1960s
By Helena Tynell
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Very good condition. Very huge and heavy. Very rare.
Glass
Fluted Art Deco Vase in Green Glazes in the manner of Arne Bang
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Small octagonal pottery vase verdigris green glazes. Unknown Scandinavian ceramist circa 1930 in the style of Arne Bang. It has no signature or markings. Measurements: H: 6.5 cm, D: ...
Ceramic
Pair of Sculptural Mid-Century Brutalist Ceramic Vases w. Hare's Fur Glaze, 1960
Located in Frederiksberg C, DK
Pair of Sculptural Mid-Century Brutalist Ceramic Vases with Hare's Fur Glaze, 1960s A pair of handmade, sculptural mid-century stoneware vases with organically flowing silhouettes a...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Vase by Tapio Wirkkala, Scandinavian Midcentury, Kantarelli Design, Finland
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in New York, NY
Vase by Tapio Wirkkala, one of the most famous designers in Scandinavia.
Blown Glass
Just Andersen Jardiniere Scandinavian Art Deco Bowl Vase
By Just Andersen
Located in Great Barrington, MA
Wonderful and rare Just Andersen piece. Depicting mermaids. Beautifully stylizer. Scandinavian grace. Art deco. Just Andersen. Perfectly patinated bronze. Great color.
Bronze
$83Sale Price|49% Off
Vintage Mid-century Modern Swedish Scandinavian Transparent Crystal Tulip Vase
By Jan Johansson, Orrefors
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Currently, the company operates as Orrefors Kosta Boda AB and is the largest group of glassworks in Scandinavia. This vase is in original vintage condition.
Crystal
$411Sale Price|20% Off
Decorative painting "Flowers in a vase" signed B. Billz, Scandinavia
Located in Chorzów, PL
Painting "Flowers in a vase" signed B. Billz Unknown painter Origin : Scandinavia early XX centry Very good condition. dimensions : with frame height 52 cm width 45 cm without frame...
Canvas
Danish Smoked Glass Set of Three Vessels, Mid-Century Design
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Danish set of three smoked glass pieces, comprising a tall sculptural vessel, a decanter with stopper and a small rounded vessel. The glass has a translucent smoke-grey tone, organic...
Glass
Scandinavian Modern Glazed Studio Ceramics, 1970s, Set of 3
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Curated lot of 3 Scandinavian ceramic/stoneware pieces. A bowl/dish by Jette Hellerøe, a ball vase by Robert Bentsen and an unknown octagonal trinket with technical references to Arn...
Ceramic, Stoneware
$2,900
Monumental Stone Mortar
Located in Long Island City, NY
This outstanding stone mortar would likely have been used to pound grain. It is carved from a single block of stone and impressively heavy. The interior dimensions are 8″ high x 11 1...
Stone
Important Stoneware Bowl by Eva Staehr-Nielsen for Saxbo
By Eva Stæhr Nielsen
Located in New York, NY
Important Stoneware bowl by Eva Staehr Nielsen for Saxbo Keramik, Denmark. The bowl was exhibited at the Prins Eugens Museum Waldesmarsudde and owned by prominent Swedish Architect...
Stoneware
Mid-Century Scandinavian Graphic Pattern Ceramic Pitcher, 1950s
By Søholm Stentøj
Located in Frederiksberg C, DK
Mid-Century Scandinavian Handcrafted Ceramic Pitcher, 1950s Elegant Scandinavian ceramic pitcher / vase dating to the 1950s. The piece is hand-thrown and glazed in the characteristi...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Glazed Sculptural Stoneware in the Style of Pablo Picasso, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A Picasso inspired stoneware vase in the shape of a female figurine. Its a unique piece and was executed by the Danish artist, sculptor and ceramist Paul Nyhuus (1911-70) during the ...
Stoneware
Scandinavian Studio Potter. Organically shaped lidded jar. 1980s/90s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Scandinavian Studio Potter. Organically shaped lidded jar. 1980s/90s Jar in thrown stoneware with raw surface and multicoloured glaze in pink, white and black tones. Origin: Scandi...
Stoneware
Bauhaus Era Pear Potpourri Jar in Lacquered Steel, 1920s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
As a protector//reducer of foul odors in the toilet or bedroom these small curious objects often disguised as a fruit or something humorous were popular during the 1920s in Scandinav...
Steel
Flora Danica Perfume Bottle by Swank & Royal Copenhagen, Modern Glass
Located in Queens, NY
Ovoid clear glass perfume bottle (FLORA DANICA by SWANK & ROYAL COPENHAGEN) with a canted base, a printed design of blue trumpet flowers, and a T-shaped stopper
Glass
Blue, Brown, White Bamboo Decor Lidded Ceramic Jar, circa 1980s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Asian inspired Scandinavian ceramic lidded bowl with white bamboo leaves on dark blue background and warm brown accents. Beautiful vintage condition. Scandinavia, circa 1980s.
Ceramic, Pottery
Brown Vintage Ceramic Pitcher with Globe Top, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Beautiful vintage condition. Scandinavia, circa 1960s.
Ceramic, Clay, Pottery
Scandinavian Naive Egg Trinket Jar in Glazed Stoneware, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Large ovoid lidded jar - egg trinket glazed and decorated naively with geometric pattern. Practical brass knob placed at the lids top. Signed VJ - un-identified Scandinavian ceramist...
Stoneware
Rectangular copper and metal planter, 1960s
Located in Brescia, IT
Copper sheet metal flower stand with a long rectangular basin and a black-painted metal support frame. Scandinavian production, 60s. The long copper sheet metal tub is supported by ...
Metal, Copper
$3,475Sale Price|20% Off
19th Century Wall-Mounted Flower Basket in Scandinavian Design
Located in Greding, DE
A vase-shaped, semi-circular flower basket from the 19th century. The wall is adorned with intricate leaf motifs and rosettes, defined by vertical struts. A narrow beaded brass band ...
Wood
$188Sale Price / set|49% Off
Danish Brutalist Glazed Ceramic Planters, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Curated set of 2 ceramic pieces. A pot shaped bowl/planter from Dot keramik in Denmark circa 1970 and an unknown square fat-lava vase or small planter from the the early 1970s. The s...
Ceramic
18th Century Rococo Pot For Fireplace Wood
Located in Copenhagen, K
Period brass cooking pot with decorations on the side and bottom. Pot has a iron handle to hook pot over the fireplace.
Brass, Iron
Scandinavian Petite Planter/ Wicker Adjustable Base
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Scandinavian Earthenware Petit Planter Fitted with Wicker Woven Adjustable Base, Ideal for either landscaping or decorative use Sourced vintage, antique find of Martyn Lawrence Bullard
Clay
$560Sale Price / set|20% Off
Scandinavian Set of Eight Sculpture Vases
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of eight sculpture vases. Each vase is hand colored shaped and sized. Vases can use for the flowers. We have 4 more vases like this.
Ceramic
Scandinavian Surreal Ceramic Sculpture, Vase, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Unusual ceramic vessel - sculpture in blue, turquoise and yellow glaze. Organically shaped as a Tadpole. Anonymous Scandinavian ceramist/artist circa 1970-80. Unsigned.
Ceramic
Elegant Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Oval Vase, Model 264 (1898-1923)
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in Lejre, DK
This elegant, oval vase from Royal Copenhagen Denmark belongs to the Blue Fluted Plain series and is model 264, produced between 1898-1923 in Copenhagen. With its timeless hand-paint...
Porcelain
Mid-Century Modern Set of 4 Teak Wood Containers or Vases / Desk Set by Pro Domo
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
A distinctive Mid-Century Modern set of four sculptural wooden containers or vases, each retaining its original Pro Domo label to the underside. The pieces are constructed from lami...
Metal
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.
The French sculptor shaped dense blocks into tactile forms meant to be used and held.
After synthetic dyes changed fashion, home goods and printed matter, it was only a matter of time till glass caught up.
The brilliantly simple design turns a modest bouquet into a major statement.
The Greek tragedian is said to have been handsome in his day.
Even for those who don’t indulge, elegant smoking accessories and audacious art portraying cigar enthusiasts hold a nostalgic allure.
It’s an excellent example of the sought-after ceramics coming out of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.