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Modern Decorative Objects

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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Murano Glass Vase by Archimede Seguso for Vetri D'Arte
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Beautiful teal-colored Murano glass bubble vase. Fabricated by Archimede Seguso for Vetri D'Arte in the 1980's, Italy. This beautiful Venetian glass vase is made with hand-blown gl...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Twenty-Seven Woods, Chinese Artificial Flower Vase Omega by Ettore Sottsass
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Twenty-seven woods for a Chinese artificial flower vase omega by Ettore Sottsass, Edited by Design Gallery Milano, 1995. Limited edition ...
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1990s European Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Aluminum

Pierre Bonnard 'Femme Nue Debout Bras Leves Derriere La Tete..' Alva Repro
Located in Sharon, CT
Cast from the original "Femme Nue Debout Bras Leves Derriere La Tete, S'epongeant La Nuque" Bronze in The Albright Art Gallery. Published by Alva Reproductions. A rare reproduction ...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Plaster

Large Modern Giraffe Sculpture, American, Mid- Century
Located in Rochester, NY
A large and early sand cast aluminum Modernist sculpture of a giraffe by Cuban American artist Manuel Carbonell. Pedestal included. Height is 73” with base. Presented by Joseph Da...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Handcrafted & Turned Oak Japanese Yakisugi Bowl
Located in London, GB
Fine traditionally hand-crafted and turned Oak half Japanese Yakisugi platter - bowl. These unique pieces are handmade to the very best quality in London using traditional techniques...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak

Maria Vessel, Handmade in Portugal
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Maria Vessel in Brick Designed by Project 213A in 2020 Handmade Stoneware This vase is inspired by the Greco-Roman period, having a timeless appearance and finished with a contempor...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Jubokko Sculpture by Chandler McLellan
Located in Geneve, CH
Jubokko Sculpture by Chandler McLellan Limited Edition of 8 Pieces. Dimensions: D 10.2 x W 20.3 x H 34.4 cm. Materials: Hard maple and walnut. Sculptures will be signed and numbere...
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2010s American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Walnut, Maple

Appuntito Vase Large
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Appuntito Vase Large in White Designed by Project 213A in 2023 Artisanal ceramic vase created by skilled artisans in Project 213A's own ceramic workshop. The entire vase is covered ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Tiffany & Co. Clear Crystal Candlesticks, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of crystal candlesticks By Tiffany & Co., "Louis Comfort Tiffany Collection" (signed to the underside) New York, USA...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

1960s Modernist Amber Glass Belgian Vase by Val Saint Lambert
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This Belgian Vase by Val Saint Lambert is a stunning example of mid-century design and craftsmanship. Its unique combination of form, color, and texture makes it a striking centerpie...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Cut Glass

Modernist Hand-Blown Amber Murano Glass Box with Brass Fittings
Located in New York, NY
This warm and elegant Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Glass Box in Amber W/ Brass Fittings originates from Italy during the 21st Century. A sleek and minimal piece with incredible hues a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Hand-Blown Murano Modern Sculptural Vase Clear with 24-karat Gold Flecks Grande
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A striking tribute to elemental form, the Hand-Blown Murano Modern Sculptural Vase in Clear with 24-karat Gold Flecks Grande is a masterwork of texture and luminosity. Its surface ri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Leaf

Large Modernist Crystal Shark by Kristaluxus
Located in Fairfield, CA
A large vintage crystal shark sculpture by Krystaluxus. Great modernist shape. Marked on the base by the maker.
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Late 20th Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Raaquu Raku Fired Large Oval Vase S/N0000868 Centerpiece Art Series, Malaysia
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
The Oval Vase is a tall, teardrop-shaped design best for adding a touch of elegance and intrigue to an interior space. Made using the Raku technique, it easily becomes a great conver...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

Baccarat Signed, Set of 2 Clear and Amethist Crystal Vases, France, 1980
Located in Rijssen, NL
Luxury at its finest, high-end crystal vases made by Baccarat. This models are produced from 1987 to 1994. Both vases having flat tear dropped shaped body's. One vase is full body cl...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

Murano Shell Form Glass Sculpture - Unsigned - Italy - Late 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Murano multi-color and blue glass shell form sculpture - polished finish with flat ground base - unsigned - Italy - late 20th century. Excellent vintage condition - no loss - no dam...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Warwick Parker English Salt Glazed Studio Pottery Bottle Vase
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very fine quality salt glazed studio pottery bottle flagon shaped vase by Dorset based potter Warwick Parker (b.1940) dating from the 20th century. Th...
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20th Century English Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Tondo Doni Boboda Love Vase by Mario Cioni
Located in Milan, IT
An interpretation of the most powerful force in the world, this crystal vase is named Love and will be a stunning addition to a modern or classic interior. Its cognac-colored curves ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Murano Sommerso Biomorphic Shaped Bowl Centerpiece
Located in Pasadena, TX
Murano Sommerso Biomorphic Shaped Bowl Centerpiece 1970s Stunning Murano hand blown art glass bowl or centerpiece in gradations of light blue leading ...
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Late 20th Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

"Spring!", Murano Glass Centerpiece, Handmade in Italy, Unique Design, 2022
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The jellyfish is the main element of the Mosche Bianche's "Medusa" Collection: fluid, delicate but also dangerous and deadly. It represents the water, the circle of life. Glass f...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Glass Sculpture "Omaggio to Picasso" by Sandro Frattin
By Sandro Frattin, Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Bradenton, FL
Vintage Murano Glass Figure Titled "Omaggio To Picasso" (Homage to Picasso) by renowned Italian artist Sandro Frattin. Heavy Murano art glass depicting a woman's stylized head wearin...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Medici Vase in White Terracotta, in the Style of the Antique, 21st Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Medici vase in white terracotta, in the style of the antique, 21st century. Medici vase in the taste of Antiquity, white terracotta, modern work, decorated with six graceful female ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Massive Blue Lucite Frog Sculpture by Shlomi Haziza
Located in San Diego, CA
Massive blue lucite frog sculpture by Israeli artist, Shlomi Haziza, circa 1980s. The piece is in good vintage condition with with the exception of a small repair and a small chip on...
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Late 20th Century Israeli Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Lucite

Italian Murano Art Glass Cat and Goldfish Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and substantial Italian Murano art glass cat and goldfish sculpture, numbered/limited edition, in the Modern style, circa mid-20th centu...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Contemporary Modern, Kubbe Large Candleholder, Varnished Brass
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Kubbe collection was designed with inspiration from the domes of the courtyards, shops and workshops of the Grand Bazaar, which has been the center of silver-smiting in Istanbul for ...
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2010s Turkish Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Pablo Picasso Ceramic Plate by Bernardaud Limoges, Don Quixote Decor
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning decorative ceramic plate was manufactured by Bernardaud et Cie in Limoges, France, with an original design by Pablo Picasso. The plate represents an iconic work by the ...
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Early 2000s French Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Porcelain

Contemporary Coloured Crystal Bookend, Model BOO.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Contemporary coloured crystal bookend, Model BOO. Modern bookend in cut crystal, coloured in bright, warm colours. h: 20cm, w: 14cm, d: 7cm
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

Iridescent Amber Cornucopia Sculpture Vase in Blown Murano Glass 1990s Italy
Located in Villaverla, IT
Iridescent Amber Cornucopia Sculpture Vase in Blown Murano Glass 1990s Italy. This exquisite cornucopia, crafted from amber-hued Murano glass, is...
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1990s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass

Large Pink and Gray Murano Glass Vase
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
A cylindrical modern large vase produced in Murano, Italy with a base and top in pale pink with the center being a light gray color. Would do great as a center piece on a table with ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Spiderman Bust Sculpture in Carrara Marble
Located in Tivoli Terme, Roma
The sculpture was made from a single block of Carrara statuary marble, one of a kind piece.  
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Carrara Marble

Murano Glass Centerpiece Organic Shape
Located in Murano, VE
Discover Oculus, a mesmerizing blown glass plate boasting an organic, casual shape. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, each piece is a testament to the artistry of glassmak...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Knotted Tissue Box Square Home Office Accessories By André Fu Living
Located in Admiralty, HK
Description: Tissue box Color: Caramel Size: 14 x 14 x 15 H cm Material: PU Collection: Knotted.
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2010s Thai Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Faux Leather

Hand-Blown Modern Murano Bowl in Rose Large
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 Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Titicaca Porcelain Vase, by Matteo Thun from Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Titicaca porcelain vase was originally designed by Matteo Thun in 1982, winks an eye to the largest lake in South America, its design follows a line of experimentation with a dis...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Large Copan Hand Carved Porcelain Pottery Vase
Located in New York, NY
Large urn form "Copan" design hand carved porcelain art pottery vase with midnight blue glazed feaather pattern from a Mayan ruler's cape all around. Handcrafted and signed by the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Ceramic Big Five Urn Pair , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Hand-sculpted by George & Thabo and hand-painted by Wiseman at Wiseman Ceramics in South Africa, this ceramic Big 5 urns pair stands 27 inches high, with dimensions of 14 inches in b...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Gary Weisman Nude Male Torso Bronze Sculpture
By Gary Weisman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine bronze sculpture by Gary Weisman of a male nude torso. With a mixed chocolate brown and verdigris patina. Gary Weisman is an important living American sculptor active in Phi...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Set of 3 Blue Ceramic Planters by Hatsu
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3 Blue Ceramic Planters by Hatsu Dimensions: D 23 x H 18 cm, D 16.5 x H 14 cm, D 13 x H 12 cm. Materials: Ceramic. Introducing our bold blue ceramic planters, available in la...
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2010s Indian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

"Lemon!" Fluorescent Murano Glass Jellyfish, Venice, Handmade in Italy, 2025
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The jellyfish is the main element of the Mosche Bianche's "Medusa" Collection: fluid, delicate but also dangerous and deadly. It represents the water, the circle of life. The speci...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

New Modern Candleholder in Green Marble, creator Karen Chekerdjian
Located in Milan, IT
The value of change in a simple act. Karen Chekerdjian’s new creation puts design front and centre: from one foundation, multiple possibilities. Light casts a magical, eternal glow o...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Bronze Sculpture by Studio Glustin at Cost Price
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Gilt bronze sculpture on black marble basement. Creation by Studio Glustin.
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2010s French Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Striking tall handmade ceramic vase by Scheurich with "fat lava" green glaze
Located in London, GB
This is a tall striking four sided vase by the renowned modernist German ceramicist Schuerich in stunning "fat lava" bottle green glaze with deep 5mm carved circular patterns to all...
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1970s German Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Venini Satin Medium Glass Vase in Tea
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Satin glass vase, designed and manufactured by Venini, features the same shape of the iconic opalino vase with a frosted finish. Indoor use only. Dimensions: Ø 17 cm, H 36 cm.     
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Perforated Ceramic Horse, Candle, Centerpiece Handmade Without Mold, NEW 2024
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of an Horse in a modern way. The animal is gently handcrafted starting from clay and all hand worked. All the pieces from Mosche Bianche are uniq...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Articulating Tubular Steel Mannequin
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Introducing the Tubular Steel Articulating Mannequin, attributed to the renowned displays by Jack Hruska for Bloomingdale’s. Crafted with precision and innovation, this mannequin showcases seamless articulation and striking design. Made from high-quality tubular steel, it embodies durability and style, providing the perfect canvas for showcasing fashion-forward looks. Elevate your retail space or home with this iconic piece, where sophistication meets functionality in every pose. Photographed atop Eames fiberglass arm shell chair and with vintage leather mail...
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20th Century American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Steel

Orange Kosta Boda Bowl Votive by Anna Ehrne
Located in Denton, TX
Orange Kosta Boda bowl votive by Anna Ehrne. Can be used for a tea light candle or entry way bowl.
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Mid-20th Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

U. Zaccagnini for Walt Disney Sleepy Glazed Ceramic Sculpture 1940s Italy
Located in Palermo, IT
Miniature signed Ugo Zaccagnini, in hand-glazed ceramic, depicting the dwarf Sleepy from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs by Walt Disney. Italian production from the 1940s. Signature ...
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1940s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

1970's Sommerso Murano Glass, Birds, Doves on a Tree, Sculpture
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A Murano glass sculpture depicting four birds in white and light pink perched on a clear glass tree with branches attached to a base decorated with rounds. A nice centerpiece in each...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Villeroy & Boch Neon Color-block Lucite Vase, a pair, 1990s
Located in Atlanta, GA
Villeroy & Boch produced that stunning pair of vases circa 1990. This playful design is modern with an incredible color combination. Each vase has a multilayer sandwich shape of Acry...
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1990s German Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Acrylic, Plexiglass, Lucite

Debbie Low Vase Black & Gold 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold

Vincenzo Eulissi 1970 Bronze Modern Sculpture in Lost Wax
Located in Milano, IT
Vincenzo Eulissi 1970 gilded bronze modern sculpture in lost wax.
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

6 Ropes by Alejandra Artizabal
Located in Geneve, CH
6 Ropes by Alejandra Artizabal Dimensions: 156 cm x 200 cm Materials: Fique - Furcraea andina .The plant is transformed manually into textiles and ropes and used in various applic...
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2010s Colombian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Other

Large Murano Glass Vase Entirely Handmade Italy 1990 Colorful
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Large Colored Murano Glass Vase made by skilled master glass artisans of Venice
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1990s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Small Candy Bowl in Blue Resin by Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Our Candy Bowl is handmade in traslucid blue resin with marbled texture in blue. It is cute and fun making it a statement piece that can be used to serve your favorite candy or as a ...
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2010s Mexican Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Resin

Louis Lejeune Norwich Terrier Hood Ornament
Located in Huntington, NY
Louis Lejeune Norwich Terrier Hood Ornament Louis Lejeune Mascots adorn the finest European & American Cars. The British Royal Family have, for many years, displayed mascots on ...
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Late 20th Century English Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Steel

Vintage Tall and Colorful Vintage Italian Sculpture in Murano Glass
Located in Milano, IT
Murano, Venice, the Carnival, the buildings. everything is colour in the venetian lagoon, and this vase clearly is no exception! Despite having a massive (yet very thin & tall) body ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

In-Stock, White Organic Vase, Kawa Vase 19, sculptural ceramic abstract
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Kawa Vase 19 Made by casting liquid clay into sewn leather molds, all pieces in the Kawa Series are one-of-a-kind. 4" dia. x 11" h 1 unit in stock. Ships in 5-7 days. Kawa Seri...
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2010s American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain

Hand-Blown Modern Murano Bowl with 24-karat Gold Flecks and Bubbles
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Hand-Blown Modern Murano Bowl with 24-karat Gold Flecks and Bubbles is a striking fusion of Italian craftsmanship and contemporary luxury. Expertly created using traditional Mura...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Leaf

Modern Carved Marble Torso by Luis R. Cuevas
Located in Norwood, NJ
Signed Carved white marble and green sculpture, abstract torso figure that swivels on black marble base by Luis R Cuevas. Contemporary. Born in Utuado, P...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Large Skull Sculpture by the Spanish Artist Gabriel, circa 1990
Located in Girona, Spain
Large skull sculpture by the Spanish Artist Gabriel Made with Rubber Strips, circa 1990, Spain Very good vintage condition. Gabriel Sanz Romero was born in 1954 in Barcelona. He ...
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Late 20th Century Spanish Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Rubber

Modern decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern decorative objects 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 objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern decorative objects made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Venini, RAAQUU, VG-VGnewtrend, and Mosche Bianche. 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 objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $15 and tops out at $6,718,000 while the average work can sell for $1,174.

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