Modern Decorative Bowls
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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Style: Modern
Contemporary Hand Blown Glass Bowl Little Bird Swallow Cute Decorative Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Rondine Bowl
Contemporary Glass Sculpture by Simone Crestani
Unique Piece
The Rondine Bowl by Simone Crestani is a poetic celebration of lightness and nature, part of his enchanting...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass
Vintage 1960s E.O Brody Co Emerald Green Pressed Glass Candy / Compote Dish
Located in East Quogue, NY
Rich emerald green mid-century modern E. O. Brody Co. pressed Glass Candy / Compote Dish with thick Dutch Floral tulip and leaf pattern and ruffle rim. Made in Cleveland, Ohio, Model...
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass
A Large White Shaped Onyx Bowl Or Centerpiece
Located in New York, NY
Offered for sale is a large and exquisite hand-carved onyx bowl, polished to a refined luster and natural elegance. This sculptural piece features bands of translucent and semi-opag...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Onyx
Handmade Crystal Art Bowl – All'EDEN Black and Clear Decorative Centerpiece
Located in Glendale, CA
All'EDEN Handmade Crystal Decorative Bowl – Black & Clear Art Glass Centerpiece for Modern Interiors
Discover the All'EDEN Handmade Crystal Decorative Bowl, a bold expression of art...
Category
2010s Central American Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Crystal
Green Atoll Art Glass Bowl by Anna Ehrner for Kosta Boda, 1980s
By Anna Ehrner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Thick and heavy conical art glass bowl from Kosta Boda in Sweden. It was designed by Anna Ehrner in the mid 1980s. The bowl is called Atoll and it features swirl-work to the inside o...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass
$238 Sale Price
20% Off
ELLIPSES Handmade Crystal Decorative Bowl
Located in Glendale, CA
Pieces Included: Made in Italy Spoon, Footed Bow, Lid Bowl
The Ellipses footed crystal bowl is a handcrafted, multifunctional centerpiece th...
Category
2010s Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Crystal
$488 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Small Candy Bowl in White Resin by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Our Candy Bowl is handmade in traslucid white resin with marbled texture in white and pearl. It is cute and fun making it a statement piece that can be used to serve your favorite ca...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Resin
Bowl Vase Vessel White Calacatta Marble Handmade Italy Collectible Design
Located in Ancona, Marche
Bowl sculpted by hand from a solid block of Calacatta marble. Velvet finishing.
Dimensions: Big L 56 x W 27 x H 12 cm.
Also available: Small L 35 x W 17 x H 8 cm. and Medium L 45 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Marble
Ribera Handmade Large Centerpiece Bowl - Stoneware
By OWO Ceramics
Located in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, AR
Beautiful large centerpiece bowl crafted from stoneware clay. Inspired by the vibrant marine life of the reef and the soft motion of ocean waves, this extra large fruit bowl showcases a distinctive blend of artistry and nature, capturing the tranquil beauty of the sea.
Each centerpiece bowl is wheel-thrown and hand-glazed in our studio, featuring a soft, white matte finish that beautifully enhances the organic textures of the clay. The glaze has been specially formulated for this collection, reflecting the dedication and craftsmanship that goes into each piece.
Ideal for keeping your weekly fruits out on the counter or as a striking standalone accent, this white centerpiece bowl...
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Pottery, Stoneware
$1,450 / item
Oval Pedestal Resin Bowl, White and Pearl by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Our oval pedestal bowl is great for holding fruit, plants, decorative objects, faux succulents and specially everyone's attention. You can have it on display on a kitchen counter or ...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Resin
Travertine Pet Bowl Set Rectangle
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Unique and Stunning Pet bowl made of travertine stone. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our travertine bowls are a study in sculptural simplicity. Natural variations in the sto...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Travertine
$583 / item
Bubble Bowl in Marbled Dark Green Resin by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Our Bubble Bowl is handmade in dark green & white marbled resin. Its modern, fun and unique design makes it a statement piece and can be used as decor or as a fruit platter.
Designe...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Resin
Bubble Bowl in Light Pink Resin by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Our Bubble Bowl is handmade in marbled light pink resin. Its modern, fun and unique design makes it a statement piece and can be used as decor or as a fruit platter.
Designed by Pao...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Resin
Oval Pedestal Resin Bowl, Smoke and Black Pearl by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Our oval pedestal bowl is great for holding fruit, plants, decorative objects, faux succulents and specially everyone's attention. You can have it on display on a kitchen counter or ...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Resin
XL Footed Resin Bowl Centerpiece in Yellow by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
An elegant XL round bowl that is supported by four half spheres that make a fun, bold and unique piece great for holding fruit, plants and specially everyone's attention. You can hav...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Resin
French Modern Carved Rock Crystal Diminutive Organic Bowl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French Modern Carved Rock Crystal Diminutive Organic Bowl
This exquisite modern French bowl is masterfully hand-carved from a single piece of natural rock crystal, showcasing its st...
Category
20th Century French Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Rock Crystal
Hermes, Paris - Silver & Gold Plated Vase / Beaker / Desk Cup
By Hermès
Located in Bath, GB
A rare find, this stunning small vase / beaker / cup is perfect for a small bouquet, pens on a desk-top or perhaps cosmetic brushes on a dressing table; or simply enjoy it's modernis...
Category
1980s French Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver Plate
Bubble Bowl in Clear and Marbled Aqua Resin by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Our Bubble Bowl is handmade in clear resin with aqua marbled texture. Its modern, fun and unique design makes it a statement piece and can be used as decor or as a fruit platter.
De...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Resin
Art Glass Bowl and Candlesticks by Anna Ehrner for Kosta Boda, 1980s
By Kosta Boda
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Thick and heavy conical art glass bow and two matching candlesticks from Kosta Boda in Sweden. Designed by Anna Ehrner in the mid 1980s. The technique is called Atoll and it features...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass
$313 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Onyx Narrow Bowl
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Introducing our exquisite Onyx Bowl, a fusion of elegance and functionality. Crafted from luxurious onyx stone, this stunning bowl is a testament to timeless beauty and sophisticatio...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Marble
$392 / item
Rosso Levanto Marble Narrow Bowl
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Introducing our exquisite Rosso Levanto Marble Bowl, a fusion of elegance and functionality. Crafted from luxurious Rosso Levanto marble, this stunning bowl is a testament to timeles...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Marble
$392 / item
Bowl Vase Vessel Centerpiece White Calacatta Marble Collectible Design Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Bowl sculpted by hand from a solid block of Calacatta marble. Polished finishing.
Dimensions: Big L 56 x W 27 x H 12 cm.
Also available: Small L 35 x W 17 x H 8 cm. and Medium L ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Marble
Travertine Eclipse Bowl XL
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Stunning, aesthetic, timeless are words that can be used to describe this elegant and modern travertine Eclipse bowl from Kiwano. Expertly craf...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Travertine
$404 / item
Vintage Decorative Fruit Bowl, English, Cut Crystal Glass, Serving Dish, Punch
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage decorative fruit bowl. An English, cut crystal glass serving dish, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1990.
Appealingly decorative fruit bowl with a bright app...
Category
1990s British Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Cut Glass
Black Marble Narrow Bowl
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Introducing our exquisite black marble narrow bowl, a fusion of elegance and functionality. Crafted from luxurious black marble with, this stunning bowl is a testament to timeless be...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Marble
$351 / item
New Modern Fruit Bowl in Red Marble, creator Karen Chekerdjian
Located in Milan, IT
Inside Out Fruit Bowl in red Levanto marble, designed by the internationally renowned designer Karen Chekerdjian - it is available also in other colours.
I...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Marble
Rosso Levanto Eclipse Bowl
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Stunning, aesthetic, timeless are words that can be used to describe this elegant and modern travertine Eclipse bowl from Kiwano. Expertly craf...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Marble
$393 / item
Bubble Bowl in Marbled Smoke and Black Resin by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Our Bubble Bowl is handmade in smoke & black marbled resin. Its modern, fun and unique design makes it a statement piece and can be used as decor or as a fruit platter.
Designed by ...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Resin
Decorative Bowl Centerpiece Vessel Sculpture in Imperial Grey Marble Handmade
Located in Ancona, Marche
Gondola, big elegant bowl, hand-sculpted from a solid block of Imperial Grey marble.
Bowl dimensions: Small L 55, W 12, H 9.5 cm.
Also available: Large L 65, W 13, H 11 cm.
Availabl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Marble
Frosted and Etched Cut Glass Leaf Vase/Bowl on Geometric Base by Robert Guenther
By Robert Guenther
Located in New York, NY
This stunning modernist vase was realized by the esteemed artisan Robert Guenter in the United States circa 1990. It features a tiered skyscraper style geometric base consisting of s...
Category
1990s American Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass
Pink Marble Narrow Bowl
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Stunning, aesthetic, timeless are words that can be used to describe this elegant and modern pink marble narrow bowl from Kiwano. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our traverti...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Travertine
$328 / item
Travertine Cat or Dog Bowl Set
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Unique and Stunning Pet bowl made of travertine stone. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our travertine bowls are a study in sculptural simplicity. Natural variations in the sto...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Travertine
$447 / item
Silver Travertine Bowl XL
Located in Eindhoven, NB
A substantial silver travertine bowl with unique structure rests atop a pedestal for a grand presentation of fruits and vegetables.
Due to the nature of the material, each piece ...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Travertine
$344 / item
Travertine Narrow Bowl
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Stunning, aesthetic, timeless are words that can be used to describe this elegant and modern travertine bowl from Kiwano. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our travertine bowls ...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Travertine
$306 / item
Set of Bowls in Imperial Grey and Brown Emperador Marble Italian design
Located in Ancona, Marche
Gondola, set of two elegant bowls in different sizes, hand-sculpted from a solid block of Imperial Grey marble and Brown Emperador Marble.
Bowl dimensions: Big L 65 X W 13 X H 11. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Marble
Vintage Centrepiece Fruit Bowl, English, Cut Crystal Glass, Decor, Serving Dish
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage centrepiece fruit bowl. An English, cut crystal glass decorative serving dish, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1980.
Striking cut detail throughout this app...
Category
1980s British Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Cut Glass
Orrefors, Lars Hellsten, Orion Crystal / Glass Bowl, Sweden, 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Orrefors (Manufacturer) - Lars Hellsten (Designer) - Orion (Product Line / Name) - Vintage Scandinavian clear crystal / glass bowl - original applied sticker and etched signature to ...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Crystal
$245 Sale Price
30% Off
Silver Travertine Eclipse Bowl
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Stunning, aesthetic, timeless are words that can be used to describe this elegant and modern travertine Eclipse bowl from Kiwano. Expertly craf...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Travertine
$344 / item
Murano Pedestal 'Button' Dish by Enrico Camozzo, Italy, 1980s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Footed Murano bowl or Bonboniere by Enrico Camozzo. Designed and manufactured in Murano Italy during the 1980s. Beautiful vintage condition.
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Murano Glass
$335 Sale Price
40% Off
Travertine Cylinder Bowl
Located in Eindhoven, NB
This substantial silver travertine bowl is beautifully handcrafted from a single piece of genuine travertine and honed for a silky mat finish. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, ...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Travertine
$291 / item
Silver Travertine Narrow Bowl
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Stunning, aesthetic, timeless are words that can be used to describe this elegant and modern travertine bowl from Kiwano. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our travertine bowls ...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Travertine
$328 / item
Extra Large Bowl in Selenite
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Indulge in the captivating allure of Kathryn McCoy's Rock Crystal Collection, a masterpiece that seamlessly blends nature's raw beauty with exquisite craftsmanship. Available in vari...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Rock Crystal
Travertine Eclipse Bowl
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Stunning, aesthetic, timeless are words that can be used to describe this elegant and modern travertine Eclipse bowl from Kiwano. Expertly craf...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Travertine
$332 / item
Travertine Bowl With Lid
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Stunning, aesthetic, timeless are words that can be used to describe this elegant and modern travertine bowl from Kiwano. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our travertine vases ...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Marble
$369 / item
Silver Travertine Cylinder Bowl
Located in Eindhoven, NB
This substantial silver travertine bowl is beautifully handcrafted from a single piece of genuine travertine and honed for a silky mat finish. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, ...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Travertine
$349 / item
Baccarat Crystal Lidded Candy Dish or Crystal Mustard Bowl
By Baccarat
Located in Miami, FL
A very good quality Baccarat crystal lidded candy dish or mustard bowl.
This serving piece is in perfect condition, still has the original sticker...
Category
20th Century French Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Crystal
Handcrafted Turned Oak Yakisugi Bowl
Located in London, GB
Fine traditionally hand-crafted and turned Oak half Yakisugi platter - bowl. These are handmade to the very best quality in London using traditional techniq...
Category
2010s English Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Oak
$420 / item
Eye Candy Saucer
Located in Jerusalem, IL
Eye Candy Saucer, a miniature bowl meticulously crafted through the fusion of mouth and hand-blown glass techniques. This exquisite saucer is a celebration of artisanal craftsmanship...
Category
2010s Palestinian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Parana Ceramic Fruit Bowl, by Masanori Umeda from Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
Trigonal ceramic fruit bowl in pastel colors was originally designed by Masanori Umeda in 1983 for Memphis Milano.
Was born in 1941 at Kanagawa in Japan. He obtained his diploma fro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Contemporary Black Copper Bai He Tray by Robert Kuo, Hand Repousse
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bai He tray
Black copper
Hand repoussé
Limited edition
Each piece is individually crafted and is unique.
Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief o...
Category
2010s Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Copper
La Paglia Sterling Silver Bowl by International Silver
Located in Miami, FL
An impressive sterling silver bowl by Alphonse La Paglia for International Sterling. Alphonse La Paglia is known for his distinct designs and studied under Georg Jensen. This bowl ha...
Category
20th Century American Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Sterling Silver
Silver Travertine Cylinder Bowl with Lid
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Stunning, aesthetic, timeless are words that can be used to describe this elegant and modern travertine bowl from Kiwano. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our travertine vases ...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Travertine
$392 / item
Hand-Blown Murano Modern Faceted Bowl in Emerald Green
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Hand-Blown Murano Modern Faceted Bowl in Emerald Green is a masterpiece of Italian glass artistry, reflecting centuries of Murano craftsmanship. Its striking, multifaceted surfac...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Murano Glass
Contemporary Green Marble Bowl on Brass-Cladded Base -Ralph Lauren-.
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Contemporary Green Marble Bowl on Brass-Cladded Base -Ralph Lauren-.
This bowl is made of solid Italian verde antico marble with a brass-cladded bas...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Marble, Brass
All'EDEN Yellow/Clear Handmade Crystal Decorative Bowl – Elegant Artisan Craft
Located in Glendale, CA
Introducing the All'EDEN Handmade Crystal Decorative Bowl in a vibrant yellow and clear design. This exquisite bowl is meticulously crafted by skilled artisans, showcasing a stunnin...
Category
2010s Central American Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Crystal
Colorado Ceramic Teapot, by Marco Zanini from Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Colorado teapot in ceramic was originally designed by Marco Zanini in 1983.
Marco Zanini was born in Trento in 1954. He graduated in architecture ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
XL Footed Resin Bowl Centerpiece in White and Pearl by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
An elegant XL round bowl that is supported by four half spheres that make a fun, bold and unique piece great for holding fruit, plants and specially everyone's attention. You can hav...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Resin
Debbie Bowl Black & Silver by Greg Natale
By Greg Natale
Located in Sydney,, NSW
Channelling the raw and rebellious energy of New York’s post-punk scene, the Debbie collection pays tribute to the legendary Blondie frontwoman with a mix of rock-and-roll audacity a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Silver
$270 / item
Pietra Brass Dish Lacquered by Greg Natale
By Greg Natale
Located in Sydney,, NSW
Evoking the organic architecture of Australian coastlines, the Pietra Brass Dish is a delicate design modelled from hand-cast forms. Cast as a high-polished dish, this charming catch...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Brass
Life Size Painted Plaster Gigas Tridacna Clam Shell
By Serge Roche
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Life Size Painted Plaster Gigas Tridacna Clam Shell,
France, circa 1950s
Style and design influence of Serge Roche
A rare and impressive life-size painted plaster Gigas Tridacna cl...
Category
20th Century French Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Plaster
Modern decorative bowls for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern decorative bowls for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage decorative bowls created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with glass, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern decorative bowls made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative bowls, popular names associated with this style include Gunnar Nylund, Alfredo Barbini, Antonio da Ros, and Danese Milano. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for decorative bowls differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $48 and tops out at $4,863 while the average work can sell for $498.