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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chaircrafted 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
Italian Murano Clear Art Glass Bowl or Ashtray, circa 1970s
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and substantial Italian modern Murano clear/transparent art glass ashtray or bowl, circa late-20th century, 1970s, Italy. Beautiful as a stand-alone object, candy dish (pieces pops with colorful candy as demonstrated), or its intended use, an ashtray. Indentation in front supports a cigarette. Piece appears to have never been used. Dimensions: .88" thickness 4.57" diameter 3" H (at lowest in front) 6.25" H (highest point at back) Other items in images also available, search 1stDibs ref. #s: Italian blue alabaster marble box...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls

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Art Glass, Murano Glass

Mothership Catch All - Handblown Contemporary Glass Vessel for the Home
Located in New York, NY
The Mothership Catch All, as the Hampton Coliseum in Virginia was affectionately dubbed by concertgoers, uses blended color bands to embody the spirit of the venue where the Grateful Dead played their infamous secret show billed...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Bowls

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Blown Glass

Hand-Blown Modern Murano Bowl in Rose Medium
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hand-Blown Modern Murano Bowl in Rose is a masterpiece of Venetian craftsmanship, embodying both modern elegance and time-honored glassmaking tradition. This exquisite piece, created...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Murano Glass

Pila Bowl Irish Green, Blue Onyx & Verde by Greg Natale
Located in Sydney,, NSW
To juxtapose marble’s natural veining, the Pila Bowl references the work of modernist architect Paul Rudolph. Reflecting the tension between built and organic forms in contemporary design, this stacked bowl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Decorative Bowls

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Marble

UNISM - Small Tray - Brushed Brass
Located in Warszawa, PL
The Fluid Tray, crafted using the sand-casting method, measures 26 cm in length—perfectly sized to hold your most cherished items. Its surface features a single, elegant recess, comb...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Decorative Bowls

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Brass

Blue and White Art Glass Bowl
Located in New York, NY
A blue and white art glass bowl with copper colored shimmer in the Italian Murano style, oval in shape, circa late-20th century. Great as a standalone piece on a cocktail table, shel...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Decorative Bowls

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Art Glass

Blue and White Art Glass Bowl
Blue and White Art Glass Bowl
$300 Sale Price
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Pink or Red Glazed Porcelain Ceramic Bowl or Cup by Marc Uzan, circa 2010
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Marc Uzan Elegant porcelain bowl with pink or light red ceramic glaze color Elegant porcelain form realized circa 2010 Signed under the base Original perfect conditions ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Decorative Bowls

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Porcelain

Ceramic Stoneware Tea Bowl in Shino Style by Warren Mackenzie
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stoneware tea bowl by American ceramist Warren Mackenzie (1924-2018). Potted in a column shape with a prominent encircling ridged node in the midsection, the upright bowl evokes th...
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20th Century American Modern Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

New Modern Fruit Bowl in Black Marble, creator Karen Chekerdjian
Located in Milan, IT
Inside Out Fruit Bowl in black Marquinia marble, designed by the internationally renowned designer Karen Chekerdjian - it is available also in other colours. It is part of the Inside...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Marble

1990s Studio Art Glass Bowl Sculptural Pedestal Dish
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1990s Studio Art Glass Bowl Sculptural Pedestal Dish 3 h x 9.13 x 9.75 Preowned original condition unaltered Refer to images.
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1990s Modern Decorative Bowls

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Art Glass

RGB Crystal Color Bowl, Handmade Contemporary Luxury Glass Vessel
Located in New York, NY
The RGB crystal color bowls are minimal color studies inspired by the classic Red Green Blue color sets used in digital and print media. After the large ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Bowls

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Glass

Raaquu Mizu Raku Pottery Trinket Bowl - Full Copper Matte - Handmade Ceramic
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Mizu (水) ~ (n) water Our Mizu bowl comes with 3 short legs. It would look elegant on its own or as a keeper of trinkets or potpourri. This Mizu bowl is the kind of piece to create ...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Copper

ClassiCon Bowl in Grey
Located in New York, NY
Hand blown glass bowl. available in: Quarzgrau quartz grey Amethystviolett amethyst violet Bernsteinorange amber orange Smaragdgrün emerald green Montanablau Montana blue Saphirbla...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Decorative Bowls

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Blown Glass

ZERO Black Nickel and Bronze Valet Tray by OA
Located in Vero Beach, FL
ZERO valet tray in a black polished Nickel with a bronze mesh insert to catch the finest of jewels, keys or special trinkets. The valet tray is the perfect f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Decorative Bowls

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Metal, Bronze

Vittorio Zecchin, Soffiato Bowl, Glass, Italy, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
A green-coloured soffiato glass bowl designed and produced by Vittorio Zecchin, Italy, 1920s.
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1920s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Glass

Contemporary Hand Blown Glass Bowl Jumping Frog Animal Cute Nature Playful Water
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Introducing the Jumping Frog Bowl, a delightful handmade creation by the talented Simone Crestani. This charming piece is part of the enchanting Little Animals Collection, celebratin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Glass

New Modern Fruit Bowl in White Marble, Creator Karen Chekerdjian
Located in Milan, IT
The value of change in a simple act, in stock. Karen Chekerdjian’s new creation puts design front and centre: from one foundation, multiple possibilities. An essential shape and clas...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Marble

Orange Onyx Bowl Centerpiece Decorative Sculpture Hand-carved Solid Marble Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Important sculptural bowl carved by hand from a solid block of orange onyx. The polished finishing underlines the transparency of this special material, ma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Onyx

Hand Blown Murano Bowl in Rock Gold
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite hand blown Murano bowl features a subtle gold hue that transitions into almost clear, showcasing the delicate craftsmanship and innovative design that are hallmarks of...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Murano Glass

Andrew Crouch Marches Pottery Copper & Tenmoku Glazed Vaseuins
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very well made studio art pottery vase or bowl decorated with copper and tenmoku glazes s by Shropshire based potter Andrew Crouch (British, b. 1955) and dating from the latter 20t...
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Late 20th Century English Modern Decorative Bowls

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Stoneware

Dora De Larios Signed Mexican American California Studio Pottery Large Art Bowl
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautifully designed and gorgeously glazed large bowl by famed Mexican-American California studio art potter Dora De Larios. The work features hand-painted designs with flowers a...
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20th Century American Modern Decorative Bowls

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Pottery

Pink Onyx Decorative Bowl Centerpiece Vase Vessel Sculpture Hand Carved, Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Bowl sculpted by hand from a solid block of Pink onyx. The polished finishing underlines the transparency of the onyx making this a very precious object. Bowl dimensions: Medium L ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Onyx, Marble

Polished Bronze Hilda Bowl by FAKASAKA Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Polished Hilda bowl by FAKASAKA Design Dimensions: W 78 x D 41 x H 12 cm Materials: Polished bronze.    
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2010s Brazilian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Bronze

Raaquu Mizu Raku Pottery Trinket Bowl - Half Copper Matte - Handmade Ceramic
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Mizu ~ (n) water Our Mizu bowl comes with 3 short legs. It would look elegant on its own or as a keeper of trinkets or potpourri. This Mizu bowl is the kind of piece to create a un...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Copper

"Strato" Vase Set in Tuscan Alabaster by Andrea Grecucci
Located in MILAN, IT
"Strato" vase set in Tuscan Alabaster by Andrea Grecucci Dimensions: "Strato uno" - 8.5 cm D x 9 cm H 3.35” W x 3.55” H "Strato due" - 8.5 cm D x 18 cm H 3.35” D x 7.09” H "...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Alabaster

Winchcombe Studio Pottery Large Slip Decorated Bowl
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A large and impressive Winchcombe studio pottery bowl with slip trailed patterning and copper glazes attributed to Ray Finch and dating from the latter 20th century. The hand thrown ...
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Late 20th Century English Modern Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Tessa Fuchs Studio Pottery Bowl Hand Decorated with Penguins
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish studio art pottery bowl hand decorated with penguins by renowned artist and potter Tessa Fuchs (British, 1936-2012) and dating between 1970 and 1999. The hand-thrown c...
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1970s English Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Black marble carved large Ming
Located in Mexico City, MX
Ming in carved Monterrey black marble. Handmade in Mexico by local craftsmen. Production time: 6-8 weeks for items without marble / 13-14 weeks for marble pieces. Shipping +10 additi...
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2010s Mexican Modern Decorative Bowls

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Marble

Bob Fierek Cornish Studio Pottery Bowl with Barnacles
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An impressive Cornish studio pottery bowl applied with barnacle designs by Bob Fierek and dating from the latter 20th century. The bowl is of wide rounded form standing on a narrow r...
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20th Century English Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stoneware

Lily Candle Holder Brass Unlacquered by Greg Natale
Located in Sydney,, NSW
With softly undulating edges reminiscent of floating lily pads, the Lily Candle Holder brings a sculptural elegance to any surface. Cast as a high-polished dish, the Lily Candle Hold...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Decorative Bowls

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Brass

1970s Mandruzzato Modernist Red Sommerso Murano Glass Ashtray
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A red sommerso murano glass bowl designed and manufactured in Venice in the Seventies by Mandruzzato. It's in lovely conditions, probably never used as ashtray. Crafted by the skille...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Murano Glass

Large Sascha Brastoff Enamel Charger
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A large and joyful Sascha Brastoff enamel charger-14" diameter. Could be hung on the wall or placed anywhere.
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1960s American Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls

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Enamel

Large Bowl in Brass with 3 Round Feet, Italy 1970's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Beautiful brass bowl with 3 small legs. It is handmade in Italy, ca. 1970's. The noble material is aged, creating a beautiful patina. Stunning and elegant shape. It is in very good...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Brass

Sequoia Vessel (Gold Dusted) by Brian Chaaban
Located in London, GB
The Sequoia Vessel presents a perfect harmony of rustic elegance and modern functionality. Inspired by the serene landscapes of mountain ranges, this vessel sink brings natural sophi...
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2010s American Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Orrefors Graal Glass Cobalt Blue Bowl by Gunnar Cyren
Located in North Miami, FL
This stunning and abstract figure signed Orrefors graal glass bowl is by the noted Swedish designer: Gunnar Cyren. It is from 1968. The colors are spect...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls

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Blown Glass

1980s Modern Pink, Green and Clear Murano Glass Bowl By Nason & Moretti
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A fruit bowl or centerpiece designed and manufactured in Murano in the Eighties by Nason Moretti in good condition overall, it's labeled and marked.T he bowl is crafted from high-qua...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Murano Glass

UNISM - Large Bowl - Textured Aluminium
Located in Warszawa, PL
The product is made by sand casting - pouring molten aluminium or brass into sand moulds. Product surface is finished by hand-polishing to desired smoothness (brushed or polished) an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Aluminum

Pila Crystal Bowl Clear & Black Onyx by Greg Natale
Located in Sydney,, NSW
The Pila Crystal Bowl presents a playful stacked arrangement in reference to the work of modernist architect Paul Rudolph. Reflecting the tension between built and organic forms in c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Crystal

Mizu Suzu 2 Pack Raku Pottery Trinket Bowl, Half Copper Matte, Handmade Ceramic
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
You get : 1 Unit of Mizu Bowl ( 3" x 5.5" x 5.5" ) 1 Unit of Suzu Vase ( 5.3" x 3.4" x 3.4" ) Our Mizu bowl comes with 3 short legs. It would look elegant on its own or as a k...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Copper

1980s Sculptural Glass Shell Footed Dish
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage Sculptural Glass Shell Dish footed. In the style of Blenko Glass Company. No label 6.75 w x 6.88 d x 2.68 h Preowned original vintage condition See all images please.
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Late 20th Century Modern Decorative Bowls

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Art Glass

Reuben Haley, Freeform Bowl, Ceramic, USA, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A freeform bowl designed by Reuben Haley and produced by Muncie Pottery, USA, 1930s.
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1930s American Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

2000s Studio Art Maple Bowl Sculptural Turned Wood
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Studio Art Maple Bowl Turned Wood Signed initials at bottom 3.5 h x 9 w x 8.38 d Preowned vintage Refer to images for condition
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Early 2000s Modern Decorative Bowls

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Maple

2 Fililla Glass Vase, by Ettore Sottsass from Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Fililla Glass Vase is blown glass, with a pendant and was originally designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1986. Signed on the base, for further information please see authenticity info...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Blown Glass

Ceramic Bowl "TALIA" Handcrafted in 24-Karat Gold and Platinum by Gabriella B.
Located in Treviso, IT
Ceramic bowl TALIA, handcrafted in 24-karat gold inside and platinum outside code DD022. Measures: H. 22.0 cm. - Dm. 60.0 cm.
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Bowl "CLIO" Handcrafted in 24-Karat Gold by Gabriella B. Made in Italy
Located in Treviso, IT
Ceramic bowl CLIO, handcrafted in 24-karat gold code DD011 measures: H. 15.0 cm. - Dm. 60.0 cm.
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

New Modern Fruit Bowl in Brown Marble, creator Karen Chekerdjian
Located in Milan, IT
Inside Out Fruit Bowl in Tobacco Brown marble, designed by the internationally renowned designer Karen Chekerdjian - it is available also in other colours. It is part of the Inside O...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Marble

Handcrafted Ash Yakisugi Platter
Located in London, GB
Fine traditionally hand-crafted and turned Ash platter finished with Japanese scorched yakisugi technique and natural rim. These are handmade to the...
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2010s English Modern Decorative Bowls

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Ash

Jean Luce Etched Glass Bowl, circa 1930s
Located in New York, NY
Jean Luce acid etched crystal glass bowl. Signed on the bottom with the etched monogram of the double ‘L’. Jean Luce (French, 1895-1964) Bio – “Trained as a ceramist and glassmake...
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20th Century French Modern Decorative Bowls

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Glass

Decorative Bowl Vase Centerpiece Blue Azul Macaubas Marble Collectible Design
Located in Ancona, Marche
Bowl sculpted by hand from a solid block of Azul Macaubas. Polished finishing. Dimensions: Big L 56, W 27, H 12 cm. Also available: Small L 35, W 17, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Quartz

Three Sided Turquoise Murano Glass Bowl with Gold-Leaf Inclusions
Located in New York, NY
Hand-crafted by skilled artisans of Murano, this three-sided glass dish showcases the vibrant colors and intricate detail that characterize the island's tradition of glassmaking. An ...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Murano Glass

Alexandra Von Furstenberg Acrylic Luxe Bowl in Green
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add a touch of modern glamour to your space with this stunning Acrylic Luxe Bowl in Green by renowned designer Alexandra Von Furstenberg. Expertly crafted from premium, high-gloss ac...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Bowls

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Acrylic, Plexiglass, Lucite

CYM Crystal Color Bowls, Handmade Contemporary Luxury Glass Vessel
Located in New York, NY
The RGB crystal color bowls are minimal color studies inspired by the classic red green blue color sets used in digital and print media. After the large ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Bowls

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Glass

Decorative Bowl Champagne Bucket Wine Coolers Set Amber Onyx Hand-carved Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Luxurious Champagne bucket and two bowls sculpted by hand from a solid block of Amber Onyx. Polished finishing. Champagne bucket dimensions: D 26, H 41 cm. Available in different marbles, onyx and quartzite. Oval bowl dimensions: L 45, W 22, H 10 cm. Available in different marbles, onyx and quartzite. Gondola bowl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Onyx

1993 Georg Jensen Denmark Sculptural Stainless Please Pass Me Dish
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1993 Georg Jensen Denmark Sculptural Dish Stainless Steel Please Pass Me Bowl Made in Denmark. Stamped Georg Jensen at the bottom. Unique design. 1.75 tall x 8.5 w x 5.5 d Preowned o...
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1990s Danish Modern Decorative Bowls

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Stainless Steel

Decorative Bowl Serveware Vase Vessel Sculpture Amber Onyx Handmade Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Bowl sculpted by hand from a solid block of Amber onyx. The polished finishing underlines the transparency of the onyx making this a very precious object. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Onyx

Ceramic Bowl "GABRIEL" Leopard Decorated, Handcrafted in Bronze by Gabriella B.
Located in Treviso, IT
Ceramic bowl GABRIEL, leopard decorated with inside and handles handcrafted in bronze code CP036H measures: H. 40.0 cm. - Dm. 70.0 cm.
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Murano, Italy, colossal waved bowl in green and purple art glass. 1970s.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Murano, Italy, colossal waved bowl in green and purple art glass. 1970s. In perfect condition. Dimensions: L 52.8 cm x D 21.5 cm x H 14.0 cm.
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls

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Art Glass

Studio Pottery Conical Bowl, Indistinctly Signed, Canada, circa 2006
Located in Chatham, ON
Superb Studio Pottery conical bowl - wheel thrown featuring a hand painted swirl pattern to the inside of the bowl in tan and turquoise - sand infused glo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Alfredo Barbini Rare" Inciso" Murano Glass Bowl/Centerpiece
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very nice technique of hand carved parallel lines in a thick sasso glass shape with a yellow inside and top and bottom shine polished. Similar sample can b...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Glass

Polia Pillin Ceramic / Pottery Bowl/Plate, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful ceramic plate painting, by the very well known, Los Angeles artist Polia Pillin.
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1950s American Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

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.

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