Are Japanese vases valuable?

Yes, some Japanese vases are valuable. Some of the most highly sought-after types of Japanese vases include Satsuma, Kutani, Arita and Imari pieces. There is also a demand for select cloisonné and bronze vases made by Japanese artisans. The size, style, condition and rarity of a Japanese vase will contribute to its value. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can give you an estimate of how much a particular vase is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Japanese vases.

What is a Japanese Satsuma vase?

A type of Japanese pottery originated from Satsuma province in Japan is termed as Satsuma ware. A vase of this kind is known as a Satsuma vase. An interesting fact about Satsuma ware is that they feature a "makers mark" or marking as a key to help collectors unlock the value, age and authenticity of the piece. Shop a range of antique and vintage Japanese vases on 1stDibs.

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Toyo Japan

Japanese Modern Stoneware Studio Pottery Glazed Vase / Vessel, Japan, c. 1970s

$325

Japanese Modern Stoneware Studio Pottery Glazed Vase / Vessel, Japan, c. 1970s

Located in Deland, FL

Introducing a stunning Japanese Modern stoneware vase. Simultaneously understated and intricate this studio pottery piece features gentle ribs and swirling warm colors and is the per...

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Vintage 1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Teak

Post Modern Ikebana Vase, Ceramic, Memphis Style, Japan, 1980s

$175

Post Modern Ikebana Vase, Ceramic, Memphis Style, Japan, 1980s

By Memphis Group, Toyo

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Post Modern Ikebana Vase, Japan, 1980's "interesting form and nice color" "in good as found condition with one small imperfection - see images"

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Vintage 1980s Japanese Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Ceramic Vase

$495

Japanese Ceramic Vase

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Very unique Japanese vase with abstract pattern in a variety of brown tones. The deepest brown glaze is raised, giving the vase a wonderful tactile texture.

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Late 20th Century Japanese Organic Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Pottery Vase

$1,650

Japanese Pottery Vase

Located in New York, NY

A very beautiful white to off-white round Japanese pottery vase, late Modern/Art Deco period, circa early-20th century Japan, 1921-1941.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Modern Brass Ikebana Vase, Tall Design, Signed, Japanese, 20th Century

$625

Modern Brass Ikebana Vase, Tall Design, Signed, Japanese, 20th Century

Located in San Francisco, CA

A tall brass ikebana vase with a thin neck. Signed.

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20th Century Japanese Modern Vases

Materials

Brass

Modernist Japanese Ikebana Vase, Japan, 20th Century

$180Sale Price|20% Off

Modernist Japanese Ikebana Vase, Japan, 20th Century

By Toyo

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Modernist Japanese Ikebana Vase, Japan, 20th Century.

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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Ceramic Pottery Vase

$450

Japanese Ceramic Pottery Vase

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Handcrafted by skilled artisans using centuries-old techniques, this vase is a testament to Japan's rich heritage in ceramic artistry.

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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Ikebana Ceramic Vase

$175

Japanese Ikebana Ceramic Vase

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful Japanese ikebana white ceramic vase, circa 1960s. The vase is in great shape with no chips or cracks and has a wonderful mid-century circular shape with a split opening at ...

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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Modernist Ikebana Ceramic Vase, Japan, 20th Century

$360Sale Price|20% Off

Japanese Modernist Ikebana Ceramic Vase, Japan, 20th Century

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Japanese Ikebana Ceramic Vase, Japan, 20th Century.

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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

70s Huge Mid Century Modern Sculpture Japanese Crescent Ikebana Planter Vase

$1,250 / item

70s Huge Mid Century Modern Sculpture Japanese Crescent Ikebana Planter Vase

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

70s Huge Mid Century Modern Sculpture Japanese Crescent Ikebana Planter Vase Spectacular Large Mid Century Modern Gloss Black Toyo Sculptural Planter, Vase or Table top Centerpiece...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

MCM Japanese Ikebana Ceramic Vase

$275

MCM Japanese Ikebana Ceramic Vase

Located in San Diego, CA

A very nice MCM Japanese ikebana semi-circle ceramic vase, circa 1970s. The vase is in great shape with no chips or cracks and has a wonderful mid-century curved shape with a pin str...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Japanese Studio Ceramic Vase

$395

Vintage Japanese Studio Ceramic Vase

Located in Oakland, CA

Absolutely stunning Japanese ceramic studio glazed vase with original box. Dreamy purple lavender glaze with hints of greens. Expertly crafted, unknown artist. Fully signed on box an...

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Vintage 1980s Japanese Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Clay

Japanese Ceramic Blue Vases, Pair

$1,250 / set

Japanese Ceramic Blue Vases, Pair

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful pair of Modern periwinkle blue Japanese vases with octagonal base, pinched waist, and clover like design at neck/top.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Large Japanese Ikebana Stoneware Vase

$325

Large Japanese Ikebana Stoneware Vase

Located in San Diego, CA

Large Japanese ikebana stoneware vase, circa 1960s. The vase is in great shape with no chips or cracks and has a wonderful mid-century circular shape with a split finish. The piece m...

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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Antique Bronze Ikebana Vase Japan

$970

Antique Bronze Ikebana Vase Japan

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Antique Ikebana Vase Bronze Bowl with floral relief Unable to read symbols Very old thick texturized patina present. Refer to images. 4.13 h x 5 diameter

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Modern Vases

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Japanese Modernist Bronze Vase c1960s

$695

Vintage Japanese Modernist Bronze Vase c1960s

Located in Oakland, CA

Stunning modernist bronze vase by an unknown Japanese artist c1960s. Incredible craftsmanship and design with a beautiful patina. Fully signed.

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Vintage 1960s Japanese Modern Vases

Materials

Bronze

Katsumine Vintage Modernist Bronze Vase Japan

$950

Katsumine Vintage Modernist Bronze Vase Japan

Located in Oakland, CA

Stunning modernist bronze vase by Katsumine c1960s, Japan.

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Vintage 1970s Japanese Modern Vases

Materials

Bronze

Modernist Japanese White Pyramid Ikebana Vase, Japan, 20th Century

$100Sale Price|20% Off

Modernist Japanese White Pyramid Ikebana Vase, Japan, 20th Century

By Toyo

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Modernist Japanese White Pyramid Ikebana Vase, Japan, 20th Century.

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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Japanese Abstract Studio Vase c1960s

$950

Vintage Japanese Abstract Studio Vase c1960s

Located in Oakland, CA

Fantastic vintage Japanese studio slab vase with numerical motif on face, reminiscent of work by Osamu Suzuki and Satoshi Sato. Glazed on inside so it will hold water. Acquired on my...

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Vintage 1960s Japanese Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Toyo Japan Black Sculptural Ceramic Vase, Vessel Asian Mid-Century Modern

$595

Toyo Japan Black Sculptural Ceramic Vase, Vessel Asian Mid-Century Modern

By Toyo

Located in Miami, FL

Asian Mid-Century Modern stunning sculptural vase in glazed black ceramic. Original mark at the base. A-776-335

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Late 20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Shun Kumagai Contemporary Japanese Glass Vase

$800

Shun Kumagai Contemporary Japanese Glass Vase

Located in Oakland, CA

Incredible modernist cast glass vase by noted contemporary Japanese artist, Shun Kumagai resembling an old Roman glass vessel from another time. Depending on the light, these pieces ...

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2010s Japanese Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Japanese Craftsman Bronze Vases Black Volcanic Patinated Enamel, Japan 1930

$5,500 / set

Japanese Craftsman Bronze Vases Black Volcanic Patinated Enamel, Japan 1930

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair Japanese Craftsman Bronze Vases Black Volcanic Patinated Enamel, Japan 1930's. Vases have a vibrant color of black with a green/blue hue. Vases are quite heavy being solid bron...

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Vintage 1930s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Vintage Japanese Bud Vase

$220

Vintage Japanese Bud Vase

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Square ceramic bud vase with cream glaze, hand-painted brown dot motif band, linear border detailing, and cylindrical neck.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Modernst Japanese Iron Vase c1960s

$400

Vintage Modernst Japanese Iron Vase c1960s

Located in Oakland, CA

Fantastic vintage modernist Japanese iron vase with fish motif c1960s. Excellent condition, signed.

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Vintage 1960s Japanese Modern Vases

Materials

Iron

Fukagawa Japanese Modernist Porcelain Vase

$750

Fukagawa Japanese Modernist Porcelain Vase

By Fukagawa

Located in Sharon, CT

A rare and beautiful vase, an unusual Fukagawa without any oriental naturalistic overtones.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Ceramic Japanese Shigaraki Yaki Ikebana Flower Vase Vessel, Japan, c. 1960s

$385

Ceramic Japanese Shigaraki Yaki Ikebana Flower Vase Vessel, Japan, c. 1960s

Located in Deland, FL

Introducing a splendid Japanese-made Yaki Ikebana flower vase crafted from a porcelain base with a characteristic rough Shigaraki finish that shines from every angle.

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Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Toshio Ichibashi Modernist Japanese Bronze Vase c1970s

$650

Toshio Ichibashi Modernist Japanese Bronze Vase c1970s

Located in Oakland, CA

Stunning vintage turned brass vase with modernist design by noted Japanese metal artist, Toshio Ichibashi c1970s. Comes with original signed box.

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Vintage 1970s Japanese Modern Vases

Materials

Brass

Vintage Tall Japanese Geometric Ceramic Vase c1970s

$950

Vintage Tall Japanese Geometric Ceramic Vase c1970s

Located in Oakland, CA

Stunning vintage Japanese tall stoneware ikebana vase with wonderful geometric designs. Signed by maker and acquired in Japan on my last buying trip.

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Vintage 1970s Japanese Modern Vases

Materials

Clay

Sasaki Sengai Japan Signed Purple Green Encased Glass Vase Mid-Century Modern

$695

Sasaki Sengai Japan Signed Purple Green Encased Glass Vase Mid-Century Modern

Located in Miami, FL

Sasaki Sengai oval encased Art Glass flower vase in Purple and hue of olive green and the light blue interior. Minimalism Cubism Style Pattern and a very heavy Vessel, Centerpiece or...

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Vintage 1980s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Rare Michio Koinuma Architectural Vase Japan 1970s

$2,200

Rare Michio Koinuma Architectural Vase Japan 1970s

Located in Oakland, CA

Stunning architectural ceramic vase by well noted Japanese ceramic artist, Michio Koinuma c1970s. Incredible modernist construction and surface texture. Comes with signed box and bio...

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Vintage 1970s Japanese Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Midcentury Ceramic Ikebana Vase Sculpture, Japan 1960

$440

Midcentury Ceramic Ikebana Vase Sculpture, Japan 1960

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredible modernist dual spout Ikebana stoneware flower vase. Signed on the base. Japan, 1960

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Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Op Art Japan Ceramic Black and Red Round Flat Vase Mid-Century Modern

$695

Op Art Japan Ceramic Black and Red Round Flat Vase Mid-Century Modern

Located in Miami, FL

Stunning Mid-Century Modern round and flat Japan black ceramic vase with red stripes.

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Late 20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

1960s Minimalist Orange Vase Sake Bottle Japan

$65

1960s Minimalist Orange Vase Sake Bottle Japan

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a 1960s modern minimalist aesthetic orange vase. Small bud vase Japanese sake bottle.

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Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Modernist Ikebana Ceramic Vase, Japan, 20th Century

$275

Modernist Ikebana Ceramic Vase, Japan, 20th Century

By Toyo

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Modernist Ikebana Ceramic Vase, Japan, 20th Century

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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Modernist Ikebana Ceramic Vase, Japan, c.1970

$550

Modernist Ikebana Ceramic Vase, Japan, c.1970

By Toyo

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Modernist Ikebana Ceramic Vase, Japan, c.1970.

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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Sasaki Sengai Japan Clear Lead Crystal Vase Ward Bennett Mid-Century Modern 75

$600

Sasaki Sengai Japan Clear Lead Crystal Vase Ward Bennett Mid-Century Modern 75

By Ward Bennett

Located in Miami, FL

Signed Sasaki Sengai round lead crystal flower vase, etched to-clear, made in Japan and designed by Ward Bennett. 24% Lead Crystal. Marked with Label and Engraved. The vase is very h...

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Vintage 1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Crystal, Lead

Mid-Century Modernist Ikebana Vase, Japan 1950s

$525

Mid-Century Modernist Ikebana Vase, Japan 1950s

Located in San Diego, CA

Unknown signature in bottom. Japan, 1950s. Mid-Century, Hollywood Regency, Art Deco, Eclectic, Coastal, Modern, Boho, Organic Modern, Minimalist, Scandinavian, Brutalist, Ceramics

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Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Clay

Op Art Japan Ceramic Baby Blue and White Round Flat Vase Mid-Century Modern

$950

Op Art Japan Ceramic Baby Blue and White Round Flat Vase Mid-Century Modern

By Raymor

Located in Miami, FL

Stunning Mid-Century Modern round and flat Japan baby blue and white ceramic vase with a Sculptural opening.

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Late 20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Mid-Century Craftsmans Bronze Vase Blue Volcanic Patinated Enamel Japan

$2,876Sale Price|20% Off

Japanese Mid-Century Craftsmans Bronze Vase Blue Volcanic Patinated Enamel Japan

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Spectacular Japanese vase. We have never had one quite like it! Super understated but with a vibrant blue glaze! Mottled or Volcanic textured enamel over Bronze. The glaze consists o...

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Vintage 1930s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Bronze

Sasaki by Ward Bennett Post-Modern Lead Crystal Geometric Vase / Catchall, Japan

$450

Sasaki by Ward Bennett Post-Modern Lead Crystal Geometric Vase / Catchall, Japan

By Ward Bennett

Located in San Diego, CA

A sophisticated Postmodern lead crystal vase or sculptural catchall designed by Ward Bennett for Sasaki, Japan, circa 1980s.

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Crystal

TOYO Ceramic Ikebana Vase, Japan, 20th Century

$140Sale Price|20% Off

TOYO Ceramic Ikebana Vase, Japan, 20th Century

By Toyo

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

TOYO Ceramic Ikebana Vase, Japan, 20th Century.

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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Mid Century Ceramic Majolica Parrot Vase - Japan

$75

Mid Century Ceramic Majolica Parrot Vase - Japan

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A small mid-century modern ceramic bird motif vase. This petite vessel features a bird perched upon a tree.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Mid-Century Glazed Ceramic Lotus Vase

$950

Japanese Mid-Century Glazed Ceramic Lotus Vase

Located in Astoria, NY

Japanese Mid-Century Modern glazed ceramic vase in lotus shape, stamped with mark on the bottom. 9.5" height x 3.25" diameter.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Pottery

Ceramic Japanese Ikebana Vase from Yamasan, 1970s

$324

Ceramic Japanese Ikebana Vase from Yamasan, 1970s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A rectangular Japanese Ikebana vase in orange with speckles in earthy brown/green glazes. Ikebana is the Japanese equivalent of arranging flowers. The vase has a label from Yamasan t...

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Vintage 1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

1960s Japanese Bud Vase Dark Brown Glaze

$132

1960s Japanese Bud Vase Dark Brown Glaze

Located in Chula Vista, CA

1960s Japanese Weed Pot Vase Dark Brown Glaze 3.75 diameter x 4.5 h Signed but unable to read. Original vintage condition Refer to images.

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Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Pottery

Rare Kazuo Yagi Ceramic Sculpture Vase c1960s Japan

$4,500

Rare Kazuo Yagi Ceramic Sculpture Vase c1960s Japan

By Kazuo Yagi

Located in Oakland, CA

Exceedingly rare sculpture vase by iconic Ceramic Artist from the mid-century period In Japan, Kazuo Yagi c1960s.

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Vintage 1960s Japanese Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Mikasa Japan Ceramic Black and White Vases Wave Mid-Century Modern, Set of 2

$500 / set

Mikasa Japan Ceramic Black and White Vases Wave Mid-Century Modern, Set of 2

By Mikasa

Located in Miami, FL

Set of 2 Mikasa Japan ceramic black and white vases with wave design Mid-Century Modern.

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Late 20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Mid Century Modern Brown Drip Glazed Bulbous Japanese Studio Vase Signed

$650

Vintage Mid Century Modern Brown Drip Glazed Bulbous Japanese Studio Vase Signed

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Mid Century Modern Brown Drip Glazed Bulbous Ceramic Pottery Studio Artisan Crafted Round Enameled Vase with Illegible Signature to Base.

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Shun Kumagai Contemporary Japanese Round Cast Glass Vase

$600

Shun Kumagai Contemporary Japanese Round Cast Glass Vase

Located in Oakland, CA

Incredible modernist cast glass vase by noted contemporary Japanese artist, Shun Kumagai resembling an old Roman glass vessel from another time. Depending on the light, these pieces ...

Category

2010s Japanese Organic Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Japanese Mid Century Patinaed Bronze Bud Vase

$356Sale Price|25% Off

Japanese Mid Century Patinaed Bronze Bud Vase

Located in Malibu, CA

Vintage Japanese bronze Bud vase with dramatic form & color. The finish created with chemical etching and metal leaf. Excellent condition, no dents dings or other damages.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Bronze

Vintage ceramic vase Quail and Millet, Japan 1970s

$271

Vintage ceramic vase Quail and Millet, Japan 1970s

Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI

Vintage Japanese blue and white vase with honeycomb pattern with quails and millet design. Made in Japan in the 1970s. Good vintage condition. Dimensions: Width: 12 cm / 4.7 inches ...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Ito Shin Modernist Japanese Large Wood-Fired Vase

$1,800

Vintage Ito Shin Modernist Japanese Large Wood-Fired Vase

Located in Oakland, CA

Incredible large-scale wood-fired vase with incised geometric glazed lines adding a design element which transforms this vase into an elegant architectural art piece. Ito Shin (b. ...

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Late 20th Century Japanese Modern Vases

Materials

Clay

Mid-Century Modern Vase

$450

Mid-Century Modern Vase

Located in Miami, FL

Small midcentury vase, signed. Most likely from Japan.

Category

Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Japanese Yamasan Ikebana Vase in Glazed Stoneware, 1970s

$236

Vintage Japanese Yamasan Ikebana Vase in Glazed Stoneware, 1970s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Mid century glazed ceramic ikebana bowl or vase. The glazes spands from okra brown, blue, light blue, grey and white. It has an unusual abstract leaf inspired form. It was Made in Ja...

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Vintage 1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Shiro Kuramata flower vase violet acrylic Japanese minimalist style

$1,250

Shiro Kuramata flower vase violet acrylic Japanese minimalist style

By Shiro Kuramata

Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Shiro Kuramata's acrylic flower vase. Aluminium tube put into acrylic block. It's great work of Japanese minimalist style. Transparent body makes complex light reflections around. ...

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2010s Japanese Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Aluminum

Shiro Kuramata flower vase blue acrylic Japanese minimalist style

$1,250

Shiro Kuramata flower vase blue acrylic Japanese minimalist style

By Shiro Kuramata

Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Shiro Kuramata's acrylic flower vase. Aluminium tube put into acrylic block. It's great work of Japanese minimalist style. Transparent body makes complex light reflections around. ...

Category

2010s Japanese Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Japanese Studio Pottery Vase from Mashiko, 1960s

$587

Mid-Century Japanese Studio Pottery Vase from Mashiko, 1960s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Japanese Studio Pottery Vase from Mashiko, 1960s, in Restored conditions.

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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

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Japanese Modern Vase For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the Japanese modern vase you’re looking for. A Japanese modern vase — often made from ceramic, plastic and glass — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a Japanese modern vase, we have 163 options in-stock, while there are 16 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect Japanese modern vase — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A Japanese modern vase is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made Japanese modern vase has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Shiro Kuramata, Marutomi and Ettore Sottsass are consistently popular.

How Much is a Japanese Modern Vase?

The average selling price for a Japanese modern vase at 1stDibs is $900, while they’re typically $50 on the low end and $12,000 for the highest priced.

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.

Questions About Japanese Modern Vase

Are Japanese vases valuable?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
Yes, some Japanese vases are valuable. Some of the most highly sought-after types of Japanese vases include Satsuma, Kutani, Arita and Imari pieces. There is also a demand for select cloisonné and bronze vases made by Japanese artisans. The size, style, condition and rarity of a Japanese vase will contribute to its value. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can give you an estimate of how much a particular vase is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Japanese vases.
What is a Japanese Satsuma vase?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A type of Japanese pottery originated from Satsuma province in Japan is termed as Satsuma ware. A vase of this kind is known as a Satsuma vase. An interesting fact about Satsuma ware is that they feature a "makers mark" or marking as a key to help collectors unlock the value, age and authenticity of the piece. Shop a range of antique and vintage Japanese vases on 1stDibs.