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Urns For Sale
Pair of large Sevres urns, 19 th century cobalt blue
Located in Houston, TX
Grand and very tall urns that are extremely well painted Make this pair exceptional. The ormolu is original and Complete with brilliant gilding. They are 19 th century And signed Po...
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19th Century French Antique Urns

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage 'Ming Style' Temple Jar Blue and White Glazed Porcelain
Located in Glasgow, GB
Vintage porcelain temple jar, handcrafted towards the end of the 20th century, in 1980s China Artistically decorated in a simple yet decorative Ming-era style. Its body features a figural scene perfectly realized in hand-painted cobalt blue enamel. Flying birds and floral motifs are interspersed between bold blue borders and graphic Chinese-style decorations. Coming together and creating a striking contrast against the luminous white underglaze porcelain. The porcelain jar measures 20 cm in height and 15 cm in diameter. It's in good condition for its age and use, bearing only x1 small chip to the lip of the temple jar. And is stamped on its underside with a 'Zhongguo Zhi Zao...
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1980s Chinese Ming Vintage Urns

Materials

Enamel

Rare 19th Century Neoclassical Cast Iron Urn
Located in Bozeman, MT
Rare 19th-century neoclassical cast iron urn / vase with a mythological motif. Copenhagen, Denmark, circa 1850.
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Mid-19th Century Danish Neoclassical Antique Urns

Materials

Iron

Maitland Smith Chinoiserie Blue & Brown Floral Porcelain Mantel Vase Urn 15"
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 20th century porcelain vase / urn by Maitland Smith. Features round panels of chinoiserie floral designs, framed in a background of speckled brown and a pattern of spirals aroun...
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Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Urns

Materials

Porcelain

French Porcelain Faience Rouen Double Handled Urn Jardiniere Pot 21"
Located in Dayton, OH
French faience enameled porcelain urn / jardiniere / planter / cachepot featuring an ornate swirling foliate and floral design in blue, yellow, and orange on a white ground. Tapered ...
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20th Century Urns

Materials

Porcelain

Archimede Seguso Murano Opal Pink Alabastro XL Vase, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
One of a kind large Pink alabastro Murano glass vase. Attributed to Archimede Seguso, Italy, 1950s. This amphora shaped blown glass vase has a clean design and a beautiful soft pink ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Urns

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Large Spanish Incised Terracotta Vase
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1633 Hand made and glazed incised Spanish Vase
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1960s Vintage Urns

Materials

Terracotta

Alabaster Marble Urn, Small
Located in New York, NY
A European alabaster marble urn, in the Neoclassical style, circa mid-20th century, Europe (Italy or Spain.) Urn is on the smaller side; beautiful as a standalone piece decorative ob...
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Mid-20th Century European Neoclassical Urns

Materials

Alabaster, Marble

1955 Wedgwood Light Blue Jasperware Tobacco Jar
Located in Stamford, CT
1955 Wedgwood light blue Jasperware tobacco jar. Stamped with brand stamp and date stamp (1955) on the underside.
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1950s English Neoclassical Vintage Urns

Materials

Ceramic

Small Vintage Lidded Urn, Chinese, Hand Painted Ceramic, Spice Jar, Ginger Pot
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small vintage lidded urn. A Chinese, ceramic spice jar, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1980. Petite of form, with an appealing b...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Urns

Materials

Ceramic

Pair Antique Black Basalt Vases Wedgwood and Bentley Late 18th Century Ca. 1775
Located in Katonah, NY
This exceptional pair of black basalt vases was produced by Wedgwood & Bentley in the late 18th century, circa 1775. The vases' decoration features bacchanalian boys playing. They symbolize liberation from social norms and constraints, often embodying the balance or imbalance between order and chaos. The figures are sculpted in solid deep relief. Wedgwood and Bentley...
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Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Urns

Materials

Stoneware

2 Turquoise Cloisonné Chrysanthemums Lidded Ginger Jar Vase Urn Pair 8"
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of early 20th century cloisonné ginger jars with lids featuring a design of chrysanthemums and swirling tendrils in white on a turquoise blue ground. Dimensions: 5.5" x 7.75" (...
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20th Century Chinoiserie Urns

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Antique Meissen School Classical Figural & Floral Porcelain Lidded Urn C1880
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Classical Figural & Floral Porcelain Lidded Urn in the Manner of Meissen C1880 Measures- 21"H x 10.25"W x 10.25"D
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Late 19th Century Antique Urns

Materials

Porcelain

Rare 19th Century Neoclassical Cast Iron Urn
Located in Bozeman, MT
Rare 19th-century neoclassical cast iron urn / vase with a mythological motif. Copenhagen, Denmark, circa 1850.
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Mid-19th Century Danish Neoclassical Antique Urns

Materials

Iron

Large Artisan-Crafted Silver Urns - A Pair
Located in Austin, TX
One-of-a-Kind hand-crafted silver urns using the Repousse method of hammered design. Each is slightly unique from the other. Unusually large size and excellent condition. Probably mi...
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Late 20th Century Spanish Baroque Revival Urns

Materials

Silver

Palace size 19 th century Sevres porcelain urn, signed Maglin
Located in Houston, TX
The magnificent large size makes this piece rare. The painting is very well done and the color combination Is exceptional. The top and bottom is painted in a cobalt Blue hue with go...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Urns

Materials

Porcelain

Modern Large Scale Neolithic Style Ceramic Pots
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two modern Neolithic style Chinese ceramic pots. Sold separately. Large pot has a small hairline crack on the bottom that has been repaired. please...
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20th Century Chinese Neoclassical Urns

Materials

Ceramic

Mikrokosmos Cast Iron Urn by Olof Hult Scandinavian Modern
Located in Copenhagen, DK
OLOF HULT - SCANDINAVIAN MODERN Trädgårdsurnor "Mikrokosmos" by Olof Hult, Sweden. Cast iron urn with natural patina. Model exhibited at The International Exposition of Modern I...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Urns

Materials

Iron

Kaiser - K. Nossek, Vintage Porcelain Urn and Cover, Germany, Mid-20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
KAISER (manufacturer) - K. Nossek (designer) - Desiree (product line) - vintage fine porcelain urn and cover - featuring shaded enamels and flor...
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Mid-20th Century German Modern Urns

Materials

Porcelain

Rare 19th c. Antique Terracotta Water Urn with Iron Spout, Whitewashed Patina
Located in Clermont, FL
Antique 19th century water urn with faucet. Urn is a testament to the history and artistry of a bygone era. Made from terracotta material, displays decorative motifs, featuring a uni...
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19th Century Moroccan Spanish Colonial Antique Urns

Materials

Iron

Large Antique 19th Century Hammered French Copper Water Jug with Handle
Located in COLMAR, FR
A wonderful antique French Water jug in copper. This handmade jug dates from the late-19th Century and is a great exemple of craftsmanship from this era. Most likely made by a local ...
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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Urns

Materials

Copper

Large Exotic Fabienne Jouvin Ceramic Covered Urn
Located in Norwood, NJ
Jarre De Temple "Toucans". Temple jar, covered urn by noted designer Fabienne Jouvin. Exotic inspiration from his travels with imaginative design featuring jungle decorations with to...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Urns

Materials

Ceramic

French Sèvres Porcelain Urns, Pair
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and rare pair of French Sèvres porcelain bronze-mounted urns, Neoclassical/Rococo design period, circa 19th century, mid-1800s, Fra...
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19th Century French Rococo Antique Urns

Materials

Bronze

Irish George III Style Fluted Mahogany Peat Bucket with Brass Hardware
Located in New York, NY
Irish George III Style fluted mahogany peat bucket with brass hardware. Almost identical to buckets in The Gerstenfeld collection.
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21st Century and Contemporary Irish George III Urns

Materials

Mahogany

Petite Dutch Delft White Ironstone Urn Vase, circa 1950
Located in Pearland, TX
A charming petite Delft white ironstone urn or vase with handles and a fluted design made in the Netherlands. Marked "Delfts Wit Holland" on revers...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Urns

Materials

Ceramic

1876 Centennial Exhibition, J & L. Lobmeyr Ormolu Mounted Ruby Glass Centerpiece
Located in New York, NY
1876 Centennial Exhibition, J & L. Lobmeyr Exceptional Ormolu Mounted Bohemian Ruby Glass Centerpiece This exceptional Bohemian ruby red glass centerpiece, by he renowned Viennese glass manufacturer J. & L. Lobmeyr, exemplifies the firm's mastery in combining classical aesthetics with innovative design. Created circa 1876, this piece was showcased at the Centennial International Exhibition in Philadelphia, reflecting the era's fascination with classical motifs and superior craftsmanship. The centerpiece adopts a form inspired by admired Greek patterns, characterized by its elegant proportions and harmonious contours. The exquisite ormolu handles, reminiscent of Urbino vase designs, are artfully crafted as serpents with their heads pressed flat upon the rim in a vigilant posture, while their sinuous bodies attach gracefully to the bowl, culminating in finely detailed finials. This serpentine motif not only enhances the visual allure but also imbues the piece with symbolic significance, as snakes often represent protection and eternal life in classical iconography.​ Encircling the vessel is an expansive frieze featuring intricate scrollwork and figural representations. At the center of this decorative band stands a winged female figure, flanked by conventionally stylized lions, a composition that evokes themes of strength and guardianship prevalent in ancient art. The engraving is executed with extraordinary precision, with each leaf and tendril rendered in minute detail, showcasing the unparalleled skill of the artisans. The Centennial International Exhibition of 1876 in Philadelphia was a seminal event, marking the first World's Fair held in the United States. It celebrated the nation's centennial and served as a global stage for artistic and industrial achievements. J. & L. Lobmeyr's participation in this exhibition underscored their commitment to excellence and innovation in glassmaking. Pieces such as this centerpiece would have captivated audiences with their blend of historical inspiration and contemporary artistry, reflecting the 19th-century penchant for reviving classical forms through modern techniques. Founded in 1823 by Josef Lobmeyr, the company quickly established itself as a purveyor of fine glassware, earning the distinction of becoming the Imperial Court Supplier. Under the stewardship of Josef's sons, Josef and Ludwig, the firm expanded its artistic horizons, collaborating with eminent designers and embracing diverse stylistic influences, including Islamic and Persian motifs. Their innovative approach and dedication to quality garnered international acclaim, with their works featured in prestigious institutions such as the Museum of Modern Art in New York, and most importantly The Corning Museum of Glass. This Bohemian ruby red glass centerpiece with ormolu...
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19th Century Austrian Greek Revival Antique Urns

Materials

Ormolu

Onyx Marble Urn Box
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful onyx marble urn form vessel/round footed box with lid, circa 1970s. Lid has a beautiful, detailed finial top. Colors include shades of cream, tan, white, sand, and red bu...
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1970s Unknown Moorish Vintage Urns

Materials

Onyx, Marble

19th Century Italian Antique Pair of Renaissance Style Terra Cotta Urns
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A pair of Renaissance style very ornate antique Italian terra cotta vases decorated with Caryatides and garlands, in good condition. The bodice of the urns is set on a square base. T...
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Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Urns

Materials

Terracotta

Raaquu Urn Set - Obvara - Ceramic Raku Pottery
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
This is a set of 3 urns that are made of the following pieces : *Heiwa - Peace* Our Heiwa urn is a mid sized urn that has a unique lipped design where ...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Urns

Materials

Copper

French Sèvres Porcelain Urns, Pair
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and rare pair of French Sèvres porcelain bronze-mounted urns, Neoclassical/Rococo design period, circa 19th century, mid-1800s, Fra...
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19th Century French Rococo Antique Urns

Materials

Bronze

Mid-century vintage hand painted Italian pottery urns with lids/pair
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a pair of mid-century vintage Italian hand painted pottery urns with lids. This pair of urns have beautiful hand sculpted handles on either side with sculpted leaves and my...
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1960s Italian Renaissance Vintage Urns

Materials

Pottery

Pair of Riveted Iron Floor Vases
Located in Dallas, TX
The Brendan Bass Estate Collection pays homage to the beauty of vintage and antique pieces, each artfully concealing endless stories collected through the generations in which they ...
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20th Century Industrial Urns

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Neo-Classic Spelter, Gilt, Bronze Cherub and Rams Head Ewer
Located in Louisville, KY
This ewer is a stunning decorator item! The attention to detail from this era is nothing short of exquisite. From the beautiful cherub that adorns the handle to the rams heads, every...
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Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Urns

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Bronze

Oversized Chinese Blue and White Pottery Urn with Lid 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Oversized Chinese Blue and White Pottery Urn with Lid 20thC Measures- 24.5"H x 13.5"W x 13.5"D
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20th Century Chinese Urns

Materials

Pottery

Pair of Palace Style Vintage Blue and White Chinese Urns
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
A very important vintage pair of oriental porcelain vases, each of urn form and decorated with floral and architectural designs in hues of blue on a white ground. The neck with oppo...
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1950s Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Urns

Materials

Porcelain

Jean Gerbino, Vallauris, France, Ceramic Mosaic Shaped Vase Snowflake Motif Vase
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Jean Gerbino for Vallauris, France, ceramic glazed mosaic, shaped vase with snowflake motif In exceptional original condition Circa 1960's Signed Gerbino to base Height 4.5 inch, Di...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Urns

Materials

Ceramic

Midcentury Ceramic Tazza
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1960's Italian glazed ceramic tazza. Measurements: Diameter: 13.5" Height: 9.5".
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1960s Italian Vintage Urns

Materials

Ceramic

Grand Tour Ancient Egyptian Style Alabaster Storage Jar
Located in Stamford, CT
19th century hand carved alabaster storage jar in the ancient Egyptian Late Dynastic style, with tapering neck topped by a wide everted rim. Great evocative decorative piece for the ...
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Late 19th Century Egyptian Grand Tour Antique Urns

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Alabaster

Antique Pair French Duck Egg Bleu Sevres Urns 19th C
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique pair of French Sevres porcelain twin masque head handled lidded urns with dome lids, in the Louis XV manner, Circa 1870 in date. The vases with a duck...
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1870s French Antique Urns

Materials

Porcelain

18th Century Rare Terracotta Hand Carved French Biot Pot
Located in Miami, FL
This fabulous handmade terracotta pot originated in the Provençal town of Biot and was used to store olive oil. In perfect condition, the photos show the pot in sunlight. These pots ...
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1780s French Baroque Antique Urns

Materials

Terracotta

Pair Mottahedeh Old English Lowestoft Lidded Orange Urns
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elegant, hand painted orange and gilt decoration enhances the classical urn form of this pair. Details include removable lids with foo dog finials. Mottahedeh is the recognized lead...
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1990s Portuguese Chinese Export Urns

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage 'Ming Style' Temple Jar Blue and White Glazed Porcelain
Located in Glasgow, GB
Vintage porcelain temple jar, handcrafted towards the end of the 20th century, in 1980s China Artistically decorated in a simple yet decorative Ming-era style. Its body features a figural scene perfectly realized in hand-painted cobalt blue enamel. Flying birds and floral motifs are interspersed between bold blue borders and graphic Chinese-style decorations. Coming together and creating a striking contrast against the luminous white underglaze porcelain. The porcelain jar measures 20 cm in height and 15 cm in diameter. It's in good condition for its age and use, bearing only x1 small chip to the lip of the temple jar. And is stamped on its underside with a 'Zhongguo Zhi Zao...
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1980s Chinese Ming Vintage Urns

Materials

Enamel

Pair Antique Carl Thieme Potschappel Dresden Lidded Vases Pedestals Sevres 1880
Located in Portland, OR
A very fine & monumental pair of late 19th century Porcelain lidded urns on pedestals by Carl Thieme (Potschappel), with Sevres marks, circa 1880. The urns are in three three section...
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1880s German Rococo Revival Antique Urns

Materials

Porcelain

18th Century Rare Terracotta Hand Carved French Biot Pot
Located in Miami, FL
This fabulous handmade terracotta pot originated in the Provençal town of Biot and was used to store olive oil. In perfect condition, the photos show the pot in sunlight. These pots ...
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1780s French Baroque Antique Urns

Materials

Terracotta

Antique French Grand Tour Bronze & Ormolu Urn, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique French Grand Tour dark patinated bronze and ormolu urn with ormolu liner, C1850 in date. This stunning bronze is superbly cast and has an elegant brown...
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1850s French Antique Urns

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Pair Chinese Porcelain Lidded Ginger Urns - Qianlong Vases, Jars, Qing Pottery
Located in Stamford, CT
A beautiful pair of Chinese Porcelain Qianlong vases, lidded ginger jars with the Qing Pottery markings. Hand painted designs are intricate and plentiful...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Urns

Materials

Porcelain

Dresden Helena Wolfsohn, 1843-1878, rare hand painted urn
Located in Uppsala , SE
Dresden, Helena Wolfsohn, 1843 - 1878, hand painted porcelain lidded urn. Dual handled. Classical scenes in two cartouches on cobalt ground with gilt highlights. Helena Wolfsohn wa...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Urns

Materials

Porcelain

18th Century Large Delft Urn / Vase with Handles
Located in Basildon, GB
18th Century Large Delft Urn / Vase , with beast decorated handles, painted in blue with river landscapes, a courting couple and bridge, within foliate an...
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Mid-18th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Antique Urns

Materials

Delft

Ceramic Leopard Urn Pair , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Pair of Leopard Urns The Pair of Leopard Urns is an extraordinary ceramic decorative art piece that captures the fierce beauty and elegance of South Africa's wildlife. Crafted by Lov...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Urns

Materials

Ceramic

Diminutive Pair of Ocean Blue Mercury Glass Vases, France Circa 1900s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Diminutive Pair of Ocean Blue Mercury Glass Vases France, circa 1900s A captivating pair of Ocean Blue Mercury Glass Vases, originating from France in the early 1900s. Each vase,...
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Early 20th Century French High Victorian Urns

Materials

Mercury Glass

Wedgwood Jasperware Urn Vase Neoclassical Design, Small
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful, small, English Wedgwood Jasperware urn vase in the neoclassical design style, circa 20th century, England. Piece is a matte stonew...
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20th Century English Neoclassical Urns

Materials

Stoneware, Pottery

Maitland Smith Heavy Bronze Neoclassical Cherub Sunflower Urn Compote Box 12"
Located in Dayton, OH
Rare vintage Maitland Smith bronze lidded and footed urn / compote featuring a low round form on paw feet, decorated with a Greek / Grecian design of cherubs in high relief, with a l...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Urns

Materials

Bronze

Large 19th Century Gilt/ Painted Porcelain Pair Urn
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Large pair early 19th Century gild hand painted and crafted porcelain covered decorative urns / vases . Each urn features exterior painted scene details with gilt gold side handles. Each signed with pseudo sevres mark...
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1810s French Antique Urns

Materials

Gold

Gilt Bronze-Mounted English Samson Porcelain Decorative Urns
Located in Tarry Town, NY
A magnificent pair of gilt bronze-mounted English Samson porcelain decorative urns, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship and timeless elegance. Each urn features a flattened baluster...
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1860s English Louis Philippe Antique Urns

Materials

Bronze

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stoneware vase by Gunnar Nylund, in a beautiful, curvesome form. Glazed oxidized copper green, with a beautiful “Mimosa” pattern. Gunnar Nylund was one of the most influential ceram...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Urns

Materials

Stoneware

Antique Japanese Embossed Urn with Elephant Handles
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
8-174 Embossed bronze urn with stylized elephant handles Bronze has aged patina with red oxide impressions Reeds not included.
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1940s Central Asian Vintage Urns

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Primitive Dove Tailed Hammered Copper Brass Water Jug
Located in Louisville, KY
Copper vessels of this nature were once primitively made in Europe and Middle Eastern areas of the world. This piece is a stunning example of the stout, but primitive craftsmanship t...
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19th Century European Primitive Antique Urns

Materials

Brass, Copper

A Tessellated Marble Tazza Urn Dish By Maitland Smith
Located in London, GB
A Tessellated marble Tazza urn in Italian Emporador Marble. The undulating edge on the dish with brass banded soccle support.
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Urns

Materials

Marble

Classical 19th Swedish Urn Form Bronze Vase with Sea Dolphin Handles
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and graphic 19th century classical vase was realized in Swededn. It features a square base that ascends into an undulating fillet and an urn form body with a cylindrical...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Antique Urns

Materials

Bronze

Pair Of Antique Decorative Urns, Japanese, Bronze, Vase, Edo Period, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique decorative urns. A Japanese, bronze baluster vase, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1850. Delightful pair of va...
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Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Urns

Materials

Bronze

Mid-Cenury Primitivist Marble Vase with Relief Carved Geometric Detailing
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated Mid Century Modern primitivist vase was realized in France circa 1950. It features a cylindrical body that tapers towards the top with a flared mouth that cantilevers over the body of the piece- in a beautiful white exotic marble. The surface of the vase has been handcarved in relief with a wealth of geometric motifs including stylized celtic knots bookended on top and bottom by deconstructed Greek key motifs. Additionally, there is an arched form with a open circle approaching the top of this piece. With its clean modernist lines, monochromatic palate, and patently (and beautifully) hand crafted aesthetic, this piece would be a winning addition to any style of interior from classic Mid Century to contremporary. While it is a perfectly functional vase...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Urns

Materials

Marble

Pair Antique Carl Thieme Potschappel Dresden Lidded Vases Pedestals Sevres 1880
Located in Portland, OR
A very fine & monumental pair of late 19th century Porcelain lidded urns on pedestals by Carl Thieme (Potschappel), with Sevres marks, circa 1880. The urns are in three three section...
Category

1880s German Rococo Revival Antique Urns

Materials

Porcelain

1960s Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Coffee / Tea pot, hand-painted, 1st-sorting
Located in Skien, NO
Vintage Porcelain Coffee Pot with hand-painted, under-glazed decoration of the Blue Fluted pattern from Royal Copenhagen, Denmark. Item: Coffee / Tea Jug / Pot Medium: Glazed Porce...
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1960s Danish Art Nouveau Vintage Urns

Materials

Porcelain

Elegant pair of Tazzas in Oak from the 19th Century in a classic style
Located in Knivsta, SE
Elegant pair of Tazzas in Oak from the 19th Century in a classic style with a nice patina. Some wear in the bowls ( See pictures) Wear consistent with age and use
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19th Century European Antique Urns

Materials

Oak

Art Deco Urn Flambé 1930s - Gunnar Nylund - Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A ceramic urn designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand. It is 22.5 cm (9") high and in excellent condition. It is marked as the photo shows and it is marked as 1st quality, it has some...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Urns

Materials

Ceramic

Very Large Saggar Fired Burnished Clay Vessel, 1980s, Jill Symes
Located in Melbourne, AU
A very large and appealing Saggar fired vessel, made by Australian potter, Jill Symes. Signed, with original stickers and leaflet. This beautiful pot has ...
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1980s Australian Organic Modern Vintage Urns

Materials

Clay

Set of Three Hand-painted Ceramic Pugliese Pots late 1800s
Located in Florence, Tuscany
A wonderful set of hand-painted and hand-made ceramic pots from Puglia. The three have been hand-painted with deep blue leaf patterns and are utterly gorgeous. It is very rare to fin...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Urns

Materials

Ceramic

18th Century Rare Terracotta Hand Carved French Biot Pot
Located in Miami, FL
This fabulous handmade terracotta pot originated in the Provençal town of Biot and was used to store olive oil. In perfect condition, the photo...
Category

1780s French Baroque Antique Urns

Materials

Terracotta

Pre-Order Omoide Urn 170 Cubic Inches, Obvara, Ceramic Raku Pottery
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Omoide ~ (思い出) - memories The passing of a loved one will always be a defining moment in a person's life. The Omoide Urn is a one of a kind ceramic piece that offers a focal point ...
Category

2010s Malaysian Modern Urns

Materials

Copper

French Aesthetic Movement Bronze Champleve Urns
Located in Downingtown, PA
French Aesthetic Movement bronze champleve Urns, Circa 1880 The pair of aesthetic movement champleve footed jardinieres with floral enameling over a ...
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1880s French Aesthetic Movement Antique Urns

Materials

Metal

Porcelain Potpourri Urn in the Rocco Style, ca. 19th century
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful German hand painted porcelain potpourri urn vase with flowers and putti, in the Rocco style, by Sitzendorf, circa 19th century or earlier, Germany. Piece has details flor...
Category

19th Century German Rococo Antique Urns

Materials

Porcelain

Pair Of Marble And Bronze Cassolettes, 19th Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Pair of light green marble cassolettes with gilded bronze ornamentation: garlands of flowers and leaves, putti heads, pine cone lids Some wear and scratches, old restorations to the...
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Urns

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Chinese Export Imari Porcelain Decorative Vase / Urn
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Presenting a magnificent pair of 19th century Chinese Export Imari porcelain decorative vases, perfect for collectors and admirers of fine Asian art. Each vase showcases the exquisit...
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19th Century Asian Chinese Export Antique Urns

Materials

Porcelain

Antique and Vintage Urns for Sale

Decorative vases and antique and vintage urns are statement objects for the home that can date back centuries. Ranging from pieces with intricate, hand-painted details to more minimal forms with abstract shapes, decorative vases and urns come in a range of styles and sizes.

An urn is a type of vase that typically has a cover, a narrow neck and a round body, sometimes with a footed pedestal. However, when a vessel is called an urn, this often denotes its purpose rather than its origin or shape. One of the urn’s most crucial roles was and remains to be to hold the ashes of people for funerary rites. Another type of urn is adorned with figures that tell a story or show a scene.

Some of the earliest vases were formed from clay or metal-like bronze. Mesopotamians used them not only for decoration but also for storage. In ancient Greece, vases and urns frequently depicted stories from mythology, showing images of the gods and heroes. In ancient Egypt, vases such as the amphora had ceremonial purposes.

Over time, vases grew in popularity among artists as a different kind of canvas for expression. Unlike many of the ancient examples, these vases were not always functional but instead made for a striking addition to one’s decor. Even a plain, solid-colored vase can add color or style to a room. Metal urns are elegant additions to your living room or foyer rather than outside, unless you’re partial to the alluring weathered patina that is expected to characterize an antique cast-iron garden urn.

Every interior designer will tell you that decorative objects are what make a house a home. Decorative objects trumpet the homeowner’s personality while bringing a room to life. For designers, they present an opportunity to express their creative vision.

When looking for a decorative vase, it’s important to note the design and also the size and shape. Decorative vases vary from those with a wide base to those with long slender necks. Browse decorative vases and an extensive ceramic urn collection on 1stDibs.

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