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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Larry Lubow Three Footed Bowl
Located in North Miami, FL
Larry Lubow is a contemporary California artist; his sculptures are ceramic and metal. This is a stunning large bowl with thick gold crackle glaze overlay. His work can be viewed in ...
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1990s American Modern Decorative Bowls

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Gold

Contemporary Gold Bronze Dish Vide Poche Rond XL by Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Bronze Vide Poche Rond XL by Henry Wilson Dimensions: D 18 x H 4 cm Materials: Bronze Your Vide Poche is designed with your loose-pocket items in mind – think keys, change and phon...
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2010s Australian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Bronze

Ed Edward Moulthrop Signed Large Turned Figured Tulipwood Centerpiece Art Bowl
Located in Studio City, CA
A magnificent work by 20th century master wood-turner/artist Ed Moulthrop who is recognized as the father of modern woodturning, and credited with moving woodturning from a simple cr...
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20th Century American Modern Decorative Bowls

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Wood

Nymphenburg Hella Jongerius Frog prince bowl hand painted porcelain
Located in München, Bavaria
Hella Jongerius has collaborated with Porzellan Manufaktur Nymphenburg for many years creating humurous modern items in porcelain. The hand craft and attention to detail that Nymphen...
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21st Century and Contemporary German 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

Incised & Glazed Studio Pottery Bowl - Hand Formed - Signed - Late 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Vintage incised and glazed studio pottery bowl - hand formed terracotta body - signed on the base (unidentified artist/potter) - Canada (likely) - late 20th century. Excellent vinta...
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Late 20th Century Canadian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Brass Dish by Hayno Focken
Located in San Francisco, CA
A small hammered brass dish with interior etchings by Hayno Focken for Thand-Arbek [Thand-Arbek HP].
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1930s German Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls

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Brass

Brass Bowl by Hayno Focken
Located in San Francisco, CA
A hammered brass bowl by German metalworker Hayno Focken. Impressed makers mark [HH].
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1930s German Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls

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Brass

Structured Exquisite Clear Crystal Bowl by Lalique, France
Located in Rijssen, NL
A crystal masterpiece with beautiful engravings by Lalique, this decorative bowl crystallizes the extraordinary know-how of the Baccarat craftsmen. The different cuts in the bowl pr...
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1970s French Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls

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Crystal

Polished Bronze Dish by Just Andersen Model # LC 1385
Located in San Francisco, CA
A footed bronze dish by Just Andersen. Stamped on base with Just Andersen makers mark. DENMARK. L C 1385.
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1930s Danish Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls

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Bronze

Hand-Blown Modern Murano Bowl in Aquamarine Medium
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This hand-blown Murano bowl in aquamarine is a true masterpiece of Italian craftsmanship, created using the revered Battuto technique. Its meticulously sculpted surface features a pa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Murano Glass

Classic Large Bowl in Black Quartz by Kathryn McCoy
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Bold, tactile, and richly elemental, the Classic Large Bowl in Black Quartz by Kathryn McCoy is a striking fusion of raw nature and refined design. Each piece is handcrafted using ja...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Bowls

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Quartz, Rock Crystal

ClassiCon Vase in Amethyst Violet by ClassiCon
Located in New York, NY
Hand blown glass vase in violet. In Stock. Dimensions: W 22 cm, H 20 cm. Also Available by special order in : Quarzgrau quartz grey Amethystviolett amethyst violet Bernsteinoran...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Decorative Bowls

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Blown 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

Small Bowl - Aged Brass
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

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Brass

Large Bowl - Brushed 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

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Aluminum

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

Set of 3 Ceramic Bowls "BOWLS" Handcrafted in White and Bronze by Gabriella B.
Located in Treviso, IT
Set of ceramic bowls enameled outside, hand-finished bronze (platinum o 24kt gold) inside - Measures: BA111 - H.5 cm. x Dm 11 cm. - BA119 - H. 8,5 cm. x Dm 19 cm. - BA127 - H. 12,5 c...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

All'EDEN Green/Clear Handmade Crystal Decorative Bowl – Elegant Artisan Piece
Located in Glendale, CA
Introducing the All'EDEN Handmade Crystal Decorative Bowl in a captivating green and clear design. This exquisite bowl is crafted by skilled artisans, showcasing a harmonious blend o...
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2010s Central American Modern Decorative Bowls

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Crystal

Modern Serving Tray Calacatta Marble Leather Handmade Portugal by Lusitanus Home
Located in Lisboa, PT
Serving tray Alentejo, Lusitanus Home Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Lusitanus Home. A sublime serving tray, Alentejo was designed to uplift layback moments. A r...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Decorative Bowls

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Marble

21st Century Karim Rashid Mini Bowl Murano Glass Coffee
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
Kastle mini bowl, Murano glass, by Karim Rashid, 21st century. Karim Rashid has conceived for Purho a mini collection of bowls and vases characterized by their faceted, structural fo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Murano Glass

Marble Bowl Centerpiece Decorative Vase in White Calacatta Marble Handmade Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Bowl sculpted by hand from a solid block of Calacatta marble. Velvet finishing. Dimensions: Medium L 45, W 22, H 10 cm. Also available: Small L 35, W 17, H 8 cm and Big L 56, W 27...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Marble

21st Century Alessandro Mendini Murano Glass Petalo Large Vase Red
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
21st century Alessandro Mendini, Petalo large vase 3 petals, Murano glass. Petal is a rounded vase that, thanks to some fine metal wires, when blown creates lobed shapes that resembl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Murano Glass

21st Century Alessandro Mendini Murano Glass Small Vase White
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
21st century Alessandro Mendini, Petalo small vase, 6 petals, Murano glass, various colors Petal is a rounded vase that, thanks to some fine metal wires, when blown creates lobed sha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Murano Glass

Bjorn Wiinblad White Porcelain Bowl for Rosenthal, Germany, 20th Century
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Bjorn Wiinblad White Porcelain Bowl for Rosenthal, Germany, 20th Century
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20th Century German Modern Decorative Bowls

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Porcelain

Polia Pillin rare footed bowl with lid ceramic/ pottery , signed .
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful and rare footed , lidded bowl decorated with horses by the very well known Artis, Polia Pillin .signed in bottom, Pillin .
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Decorative Bowls

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Pottery

Contemporary Crystal Bowl with Gemmed Decoration Hand Crafted by Ghiró Studio
Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano
This object is a handmade artistic sculpture that can be used as a bowl, as a centerpiece or simply as it is to furnish any environment. This crystal has a high transparency aquamari...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Glass

Red Travertine Tray by Le Lampade
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Red round travertine tray by Le Lampade. Made in Italy This item can be also custom made.
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Travertine

Tiffany & Co. Cut Crystal Snack Bowls, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of cut crystal snack bowls By Tiffany & Co. (signed at the base) USA, Late 20th Century Each measures: 4.38"W x 4.38"D x 2.5"H. Very good original vintage condition.
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Late 20th Century American Modern Decorative Bowls

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Crystal

1990s Modern Design Silver Plated Italian Centerpiece by Mesa
Located in Aci Castello, IT
An iconic silver plated round centerpiece designed by Francesco Bettoni and manufactured by Mesa Italy in the Nineties, it's marked on the bottom and in good conditions overall. In ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Silver Plate

Exceptional Large Raku Glazed Studio Ceramic Bowl Japan Inspired Design
Located in Miami, FL
Exceptional Japanese Style Raku Fired or Ceramic Decorative Bowl with vibrant polychrome crackle glaze, unique Japan-inspired design, circa 1960. A stunning raku fired decorative bowl is attributed to the design of Michel Brainin from Honfleur, France. The impressive size is 21 1/4" Diameter x 2 3/8" H, weighs 23 pounds. This wonderfully hand-crafted decorative bowl would look fabulous on any table or large countertop. Very good vintage condition. Possibly inspired by Paul Soldner pottery...
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20th Century French Modern Decorative Bowls

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Earthenware, Ceramic

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

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Burbuja Bowl in Grapefruit Marbled Resin by Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Our round 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 use it a...
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2010s Mexican Modern Decorative Bowls

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Resin

1960´s Prototype Handblown Blue Glass Ashtray, Bowl by Per Lütken for Holmegaard
Located in Knebel, DK
Extremly rare Danish handblown prototype blue glass ashtray - bowl by Per Lütken for Holmegaard. The circular handblown ashtray feature an extremly rich mixture of almost all variet...
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1960s Danish Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Glass

Sculptural Translucent Glass Bowl by Daum, France
By Daum
Located in Kastrup, DK
Sculptural translucent glass bowl produced by Daum, France. It is signed "Daum France", approx. 1950.  
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Glass

Hand-Blown Modern Murano Bowl in Olive Green Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A testament to Venetian mastery, this hand-blown Murano bowl in olive green is an exquisite fusion of artistry and luxury. The Battuto technique creates a sculptural, hammered textur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Murano Glass

Vintage Cut Crystal Clear Glass Ashtray Monogrammed
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Beautiful cut crystal clear glass ashtray decorated with a monogram design. Heavy crystal shines like a diamond. Wonderful fashionable glass multif...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls

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Crystal

Shallow Bowl with Brightly Colored Dots Hand Blown Art Glass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An amazing Art Glass Hand Blown Bowl with dot pattern. This piece is signed B.T., and was acquired from a prominent Estate in Bel Air. A complement to any cocktail table, console ...
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20th Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art 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

Materials

Murano Glass

Square Planter Bowl in Selenite by Kathryn McCoy
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Bowls

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Rock Crystal

Bowl Centerpiece Vessel Imperial Green Marble Handmade Italy Collectible Design
Located in Ancona, Marche
Important sculptural bowl carved by hand from a solid block of Imperial Green. Bowl dimensions: L 59 x W 34 x H 6 cm. Available in different marbles, onyx and quartzite. Limited ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Onyx

Lily Bowl Irish Green by Greg Natale
Located in Sydney,, NSW
With softly undulating edges reminiscent of floating lily pads, the Lily Bowl brings a sculptural elegance to any surface. Carved from one of four types of natural marble, this desig...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Decorative Bowls

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Marble

Large Stunning Vintage Pink White Art Glass Vase Italian
Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland
Title: Large Stunning Vintage Pink White Art Glass Bowl Italian Description: A fabulous, large vintage piece of art glass in a flamboyant, quirky shape that looks like it could...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Glass

Livio Seguso Murano Ribbed Textural LInes of Gray White Black Glass Bowl Vintage
Located in North Miami, FL
This stunning large almond shaped Italian Murano hand blown glass bowl by Livio Seguso for Rosenthal Studio LIne Germany is from the 80's. It has gradients of the colors of gray, black, light gray, white and clear. The outside is textural with ribbed glass blown lines of black gay...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls

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Blown Glass

Large Studio Craft Wood Bowl Hap Sakwa 1986
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950 - Original art object / bowl. Chunky form. Limited. Staved and turned polychromed wood. One-of-kind stain. Signed on the bottom "Hap Sakwa 11/86 Torus". Original vintage condit...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Decorative Bowls

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Wood

Aboriginal Dot Pattern Gilded Studio Ceramic Bowl, Signed, Australia, 20th C.
Located in Chatham, ON
Aboriginal 'dot' pattern studio pottery bowl with gilded highlights - wheel thrown conical shape - hand painted design with mirror black glaze to the outer sides and background - sig...
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20th Century Australian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Coral Size 10 Log Bowl by Loyal Loot Hand Made from Reclaimed Wood
Located in calgary, CA
Log bowls combine the beauty of a tree in its natural state with a high-gloss, vibrant finish. Each bowl is handmade using locally reclaimed trees of all var...
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2010s Canadian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Wood, Willow, Reclaimed Wood

Hand-Blown Murano Battuto Bowl in Tobacco Small
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Murano Battuto Vase in Tobacco, size small, is a masterclass in design and craftsmanship, brought to life through the renowned battuto technique. This traditional Venetian method...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Decorative Bowls

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Murano 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

White Carrara Marble Bowl Vase Vessel Centerpiece Hand Carved Design
Located in Ancona, Marche
Bowl sculpted by hand from a solid block of white Carrara marble. Polish finishing. Dimensions: Big L 56 x W 27 x H 12 cm. Also availabe: Small L 35 x W 17 x H 8 cm and Medium ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Marble

Franco Bastianelli for Studio Laurana, Modernist Bowl in Copper, 1960s-1970s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Franco Bastianelli for Studio Laurana. Modernist bowl in copper with beautiful enamel work, 1960s-1970s. Measures: 23.5 x 14.5 x 5.5 cm. Signed. In e...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls

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Copper

Hand-Blown Murano Modern Bowl Medium in Onyx Black
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This magnificent hand-blown Murano bowl in onyx black is a versatile piece that embodies both luxury and functionality, crafted with the utmost precision by Murano’s finest artisans....
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Murano Glass

Angelo Mangiarotti marble bowl / vessel by Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful bowl / nut cracker / vessel designed by Mangiarotti , made by Knoll International . Italy.
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Marble

Vintage Frosted Studio Glass Bowl - Signed Davidson - Late 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Vintage frosted studio glass bowl - signed Davidson - acid etched signature on the base - late 20th century. Excellent vintage condition - minor base rim chips - surface scratches ...
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Late 20th Century Modern Decorative Bowls

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Glass

Large Fused Art Glass Bowl Entitled "Navajo Weave" by Jeffery Phelps, 2010
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine American art glass bowl. By the Pittsburgh artist Jeffrey Phelps. Entitled: Navajo Weave In the form of a large, low bowl comprised of fus...
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2010s American Modern Decorative Bowls

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Art Glass

Art Bowls
Located in Lugo, IT
This series of artistic bowls was created by a possible ceramic artist. He is now 70 years old and attended the Ceramic Art Institute of Faenza, but he is no longer pursuing this pro...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Contemporary Square Black Travertine Block Big Poche Rond by Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Black Travertine Block Big Poche Rond by Henry Wilson Dimensions. W 35 x D 35 x H 7 cm Materials: Black Travertine This sculptural item is handmade i...
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2010s Australian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Travertine

Large Bowl - Polished 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

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Aluminum

Decorative Bowl Centerpiece Vessel Sculpture White Calacatta Marble Handmade
Located in Ancona, Marche
Gondola, big elegant bowl, hand-sculpted from a solid block of Calacatta marble. Bowl dimensions: Big L 65 x W 13 x H 11 cm. Also available: Small L 55 x W 12 x H 9.5 cm. Available...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

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Marble

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

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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