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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Late 20th Century Italian Nason Mazzega Two-Body Orange Murano Glass Vase
Late 20th Century Italian Nason Mazzega Two-Body Orange Murano Glass Vase

Late 20th Century Italian Nason Mazzega Two-Body Orange Murano Glass Vase

By Mazzega, Ermanno Nason

Located in Milano, IT

This is a rare and extremely fascinating two-body vase in Murano glass. Designed by Ermanno Nason for I.V.R. Mazzega in the 1980s, it is a perfect expression of the pop aesthetic of ...

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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

21st Century Alessandro Mendini Gemello Murano Vase Amber Yellow
21st Century Alessandro Mendini Gemello Murano Vase Amber Yellow

21st Century Alessandro Mendini Gemello Murano Vase Amber Yellow

By Purho Murano, Alessandro Mendini

Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT

21st Century Alessandro Mendini, GEMELLO transparent vase, Murano glass. Purho continues to search for products with complementary shapes with the pair of Gemello and Gemella vases ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Turquoise Small Vase With Flowers by Wilhelm Kåge
Turquoise Small Vase With Flowers by Wilhelm Kåge

Turquoise Small Vase With Flowers by Wilhelm Kåge

By Wilhelm Kage

Located in Atlanta, GA

Wilhelm Kåge (1889–1960) stands as a central figure in the history of 20th-century Swedish ceramic design. Widely regarded as a pioneer of Swedish modernism, Kåge played a crucial ro...

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1950s Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Omega G Table Clock by Nomon - Modern Stainless Steel & Brass Design
Omega G Table Clock by Nomon - Modern Stainless Steel & Brass Design

Omega G Table Clock by Nomon - Modern Stainless Steel & Brass Design

By Nomon

Located in New York, NY

The Omega G Clock impresses by keeping a clock suspended in the air while losing its depth by removing unnecessary items and making it simple and glamorous . Omega G table...

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2010s Spanish Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Stainless Steel, Brass

Frederic Weinberg – Modernist Life Sized Bird Cage Sculpture with Ceramic Birds
Frederic Weinberg – Modernist Life Sized Bird Cage Sculpture with Ceramic Birds

Frederic Weinberg – Modernist Life Sized Bird Cage Sculpture with Ceramic Birds

By Frederic Weinberg

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

This striking life-sized Modernist bird cage sculpture by Frederic Weinberg combines the artist’s signature mid-century design sensibility with whimsical, nature-inspired charm. The ...

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20th Century American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Salta Medium Square Cream Onyx Stone Pair of Bookends
Salta Medium Square Cream Onyx Stone Pair of Bookends

Salta Medium Square Cream Onyx Stone Pair of Bookends

By AIREDELSUR

Located in Buenos Aires, AR

Salta province is called the beautiful, and this adjective introduces us to its profound beauty. Its fertile valleys, windy desert, colorful mountains and blue sky are the images tha...

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2010s Argentine Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone, Onyx, Metal

Pair of “São Paulo” Bronzed Quartz Wall Sconces by House of Aura
Pair of “São Paulo” Bronzed Quartz Wall Sconces by House of Aura

Pair of “São Paulo” Bronzed Quartz Wall Sconces by House of Aura

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A striking pair of “São Paulo” wall sconces, designed and produced by House of Aura, featuring a sculptural interplay of bronzed metal and natural quartz crystal. Tall, architectural...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Maitland Smith Large Pink Marble & Brass Box
Maitland Smith Large Pink Marble & Brass Box

Maitland Smith Large Pink Marble & Brass Box

By Maitland Smith

Located in Stamford, CT

Maitland Smith 1980s large tessellated stone and brass inlay decorative box. Light pink stone with light pink detailing. Brass banding retains unpolished patina.

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1980s American Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone, Brass

Pair of Art Deco Lamps in Bronze, Early 20th Century, H: 260cm
Pair of Art Deco Lamps in Bronze, Early 20th Century, H: 260cm

Pair of Art Deco Lamps in Bronze, Early 20th Century, H: 260cm

Located in Madrid, ES

Pair of Art Deco Lamps, Early 20th Century, H: 260cm Sculptural floor lamp depicting a classical female figure holding an urn and arms of light. Material and Style: Often made of b...

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20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Costantini Diego Modern Real Gold Made Murano Glass Vase with Dragonflies, 2022
Costantini Diego Modern Real Gold Made Murano Glass Vase with Dragonflies, 2022

Costantini Diego Modern Real Gold Made Murano Glass Vase with Dragonflies, 2022

By Costantini

Located in Murano, Venezia

Handmade Murano glass blown vase with real 24kt gold leaf and multicolored dragonflies attached with magnet. The vase contains 11 dragonflies. Modern vase ideal for a modern and r...

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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

A. Faucci Blue Art Glass Vase with Engraved Floral Design
A. Faucci Blue Art Glass Vase with Engraved Floral Design

A. Faucci Blue Art Glass Vase with Engraved Floral Design

Located in Milano, IT

**A. Faucci Blue Art Glass Vase with Floral Decoration, 1989** Elegant blue art glass vase by **A. Faucci**, signed and dated **1989**. The piece features a rounded, spherical body,...

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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Polished Briarwood and Mahogany Jewel Box with Gold-Plated Hardware
Polished Briarwood and Mahogany Jewel Box with Gold-Plated Hardware

Polished Briarwood and Mahogany Jewel Box with Gold-Plated Hardware

By Agresti

Located in New York, NY

Jewelry chest in polished briarwood and mahogany, ultrasuede lining, 24-karat gold plated brass accessories. With necklace bars, lockable doors and five drawers. Adjustable mirror on...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Contemporary Modern, Bebek Chestnut Wood Single-Compartment Box
Contemporary Modern, Bebek Chestnut Wood Single-Compartment Box

Contemporary Modern, Bebek Chestnut Wood Single-Compartment Box

By DAY Studio

Located in İstanbul, İstanbul

Istanbul is a wooden box collection inspired by some of towns most iconic buildings: Galata Tower, Hagia Sophia and Bebek Mosque. Each item takes its name from these structures. The ...

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2010s Turkish Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Chestnut

Handmade Ceramic Spikes Black Round Vase
Handmade Ceramic Spikes Black Round Vase

Handmade Ceramic Spikes Black Round Vase

By OWO Ceramics

Located in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, AR

Beautiful black round vase with spikes, perfect for showcasing your cherished blooms. Providing a unique perspective from every angle, this round cera...

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2010s Argentine Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Pottery

Sculpture Geometric Ceramic Vase Vessel Special Iridescent Bronze Glazed Italy
Sculpture Geometric Ceramic Vase Vessel Special Iridescent Bronze Glazed Italy

Sculpture Geometric Ceramic Vase Vessel Special Iridescent Bronze Glazed Italy

By deBlona

Located in Recanati, IT

The sculptural vase 'Panoplia' is distinguished by its particular shape characterized by an alternance of voids and overlapping solids that make it a vase with 'a thousand faces': lo...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Majolica

Vintage Murano Glass Colorful Rainbow Swirl on Lucite Abstract Sculpture
Vintage Murano Glass Colorful Rainbow Swirl on Lucite Abstract Sculpture

Vintage Murano Glass Colorful Rainbow Swirl on Lucite Abstract Sculpture

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Lovely vintage colorful rainbow glass art sculpture mounted on lucite. Marked Murano. No chips or breaks. Dimensions 8 H x 6.5 W x 3 D.

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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Italian modern orange ceramic vase by Enzo Bioli for Il Picchio, 1970s
Italian modern orange ceramic vase by Enzo Bioli for Il Picchio, 1970s

Italian modern orange ceramic vase by Enzo Bioli for Il Picchio, 1970s

By  Enzo Benedetto

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern orange ceramic vase by Enzo Bioli for Il Picchio, 1970s Orange glazed ceramic vase. The geometric and sculptural shape is composed of three vertical elements placed si...

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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Anchorage Silver Plated Brass Teapot, by Peter Shire from Memphis Milano
Anchorage Silver Plated Brass Teapot, by Peter Shire from Memphis Milano

Anchorage Silver Plated Brass Teapot, by Peter Shire from Memphis Milano

By Memphis Milano, Peter Shire

Located in La Morra, Cuneo

The anchorage teapot, was originally designed by Peter Shire in 1982. The Teapot is in brass with plated silver, and is also available in solid 925 silver. Prices may vary for the st...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Silver

Tom Corbin Signed Limited Edition Bronze Nude Female Reaching Torso Sculpture
Tom Corbin Signed Limited Edition Bronze Nude Female Reaching Torso Sculpture

Tom Corbin Signed Limited Edition Bronze Nude Female Reaching Torso Sculpture

By Tom Corbin

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful work by renowned American artist/ sculptor Tom Corbin. This piece of a figurative nude female/woman is titled Reaching Torso and features a fantastic rich green/brown pat...

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Early 2000s American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Salta Rectangular Large Bar Tray,  Alpaca Silver & Leather
Salta Rectangular Large Bar Tray,  Alpaca Silver & Leather

Salta Rectangular Large Bar Tray, Alpaca Silver & Leather

By AIREDELSUR

Located in Buenos Aires, AR

Salta province is called the beautiful, and this adjective introduces us to its profound beauty. Its fertile valleys, windy desert, colorful mountains and blue sky are the images tha...

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2010s Argentine Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

New Modern Vase in Various Marble, Creator Arthur Arbesser
New Modern Vase in Various Marble, Creator Arthur Arbesser

New Modern Vase in Various Marble, Creator Arthur Arbesser

By Arthur Arbesser

Located in Milan, IT

Vase in black Marquinia, white Michelangelo, Arabescato Vagli Filo Rosso, green Guatemala and Blu Sodalite marbles. Size: 20 x 12 x 32 cm, 7.9 x 4.7 x 12.6 in, smooth finishing. Comm...

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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

New Modern Fruit Bowl in White Marble, Creator Karen Chekerdjian
New Modern Fruit Bowl in White Marble, Creator Karen Chekerdjian

New Modern Fruit Bowl in White Marble, Creator Karen Chekerdjian

By 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 Objects

Materials

Marble

Vintage Studio Pottery Vase - Manipulated Rim - Signed - Late 20th Century
Vintage Studio Pottery Vase - Manipulated Rim - Signed - Late 20th Century

Vintage Studio Pottery Vase - Manipulated Rim - Signed - Late 20th Century

Located in Chatham, ON

Vintage wheel thrown studio pottery vase with twisted and manipulated rim - thin blue crackle glaze - signed 'OHK' on the base. Excellent vintage condition - no loss - no damage - n...

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Late 20th Century Canadian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Pink and Yellow Murano Art Glass Vase with Gradient Color Design
Pink and Yellow Murano Art Glass Vase with Gradient Color Design

Pink and Yellow Murano Art Glass Vase with Gradient Color Design

Located in Milano, IT

**Pink and Yellow Murano Art Glass Vase with Gradient Color Design** Elegant Murano art glass vase, likely dating from the late 20th century, approximately the **1980s–1990s**. The ...

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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Vintage Silver-Plate Vase By Bruno Munari Italian Design, 1973
Vintage Silver-Plate Vase By Bruno Munari Italian Design, 1973

Vintage Silver-Plate Vase By Bruno Munari Italian Design, 1973

By Bruno Munari

Located in North Miami, FL

This undulating sculptural vintage silver-plate vase signed B.Munari on the bottom 1973 is both sculptural and utilitarian. It is Italian by Bruno Munari made for Danese and a lovely vase and or desk accessory and will have so many other applications. it can also be used as a candle holder without the glass insert. The small glass vessel is short and will hold a few roses, a few orchids or a few gardenias or your favorite flower. It is 4" height x 2" diameter. Please note this is not the re-issue and is totally vintage...

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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver Plate

Anda G Wall Clock by Nomon, Polished Brass & Walnut, Modern Design
Anda G Wall Clock by Nomon, Polished Brass & Walnut, Modern Design

Anda G Wall Clock by Nomon, Polished Brass & Walnut, Modern Design

By Nomon

Located in New York, NY

New Anda G Clock brings us to mind the subtle elegance of design in the 50’s. Each clock is a unique handmade piece. New Anda G Clock: Polished brass circle, walnut hands Not OK fo...

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2010s Spanish Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Handmade Vase - Murano Glass

Handmade Vase - Murano Glass

By Roberto Beltrami

Located in Murano, VE

The Marea collection is a fascinating series of vases, each a testament to the artistry of Roberto Beltrami and his skilled team of glassblowers. Meticulously handcrafted on the famo...

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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Bowl Vase Vessel Centerpiece  White Marble Calacatta Italian Collectible Design
Bowl Vase Vessel Centerpiece  White Marble Calacatta Italian Collectible Design

Bowl Vase Vessel Centerpiece White Marble Calacatta Italian Collectible Design

By Barberini & Gunnell

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 X...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Contemporary Modern, Galata Chestnut Wood 2-Compartment Box
Contemporary Modern, Galata Chestnut Wood 2-Compartment Box

Contemporary Modern, Galata Chestnut Wood 2-Compartment Box

By DAY Studio

Located in İstanbul, İstanbul

Istanbul is a wooden box collection inspired by some of towns most iconic buildings: Galata Tower, Hagia Sophia and Bebek Mosque. Each item takes its name from these structures. The ...

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2010s Turkish Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Chestnut

Brazilian Modern Handcrafted Studio Bronze Ashtray or Catchall, Signed DS
Brazilian Modern Handcrafted Studio Bronze Ashtray or Catchall, Signed DS

Brazilian Modern Handcrafted Studio Bronze Ashtray or Catchall, Signed DS

Located in Miami, FL

Handcrafted studio patinated bronze ashtray or catchall circa 1990s, Brazil. The initials DS have been carved into the bronze. Artist unknown.

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Late 20th Century Brazilian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

2 Murano Italian Art Glass Sea Turtle Aquarium Figurines Paperweights Pair
2 Murano Italian Art Glass Sea Turtle Aquarium Figurines Paperweights Pair

2 Murano Italian Art Glass Sea Turtle Aquarium Figurines Paperweights Pair

Located in Dayton, OH

Pair of hand blown Italian art glass figurines / paperweights or hand chillers in the shape of sea turtles with a miniature aquarium scene of two more turtles inside their shells. Me...

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1970s Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Art Glass Heart Paperweight Decorative Object
Art Glass Heart Paperweight Decorative Object

Art Glass Heart Paperweight Decorative Object

By Robert Held

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful and substantial art glass heart paperweight or decorative object by artist Robet Held, circa late-20th century. Heart is a light green art glass with touches of blue and ...

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Late 20th Century Canadian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Chandigarh I - Mint Green - Design Sculpture Paolo Giordano Cement Cast
Chandigarh I - Mint Green - Design Sculpture Paolo Giordano Cement Cast

Chandigarh I - Mint Green - Design Sculpture Paolo Giordano Cement Cast

By Paolo Giordano

Located in MILANO, ML

Chandigarh I - Mint Green - Design Sculpture Paolo Giordano Cement Cast Chandigarh is a collection of sculptures inspired by the homonym city designed by Le Corbusier, who imagined ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Concrete, Cement

Handcrafted Ash Yakisugi Platter
Handcrafted Ash Yakisugi Platter

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 Objects

Materials

Ash

Spikes White Ceramic Handmade Plant Pot
Spikes White Ceramic Handmade Plant Pot

Spikes White Ceramic Handmade Plant Pot

By OWO Ceramics

Located in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, AR

Beautiful ceramic handmade plant pot. Carefully crafted, each planter is thrown and trimmed on the wheel, and every outer spike is individually attached by hand. Finished with a hand...

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2010s Argentine Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Pottery

Shona Carved Marble Bird Sculpture by Maikosi Kanyeredza, 1985
Shona Carved Marble Bird Sculpture by Maikosi Kanyeredza, 1985

Shona Carved Marble Bird Sculpture by Maikosi Kanyeredza, 1985

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Maikosi Kanyeredza marble shona carved bird. Beautifully carved, signed to bottom edge.

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1980s Zimbabwean Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Vase Vessel Sculpture Tulip Amber Onyx Marble Collectible Design Handmade Italy
Vase Vessel Sculpture Tulip Amber Onyx Marble Collectible Design Handmade Italy

Vase Vessel Sculpture Tulip Amber Onyx Marble Collectible Design Handmade Italy

By Pieruga Marble, Barberini & Gunnell

Located in Ancona, Marche

Important sculptural vase carved by hand from a solid block of Amber onyx. Vase dimensions: L 22 x W 21 x H 49 cm, available in different onyx and marbles....

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Onyx, Marble

Gemme Short Glass Vase in Violet by Venini
Gemme Short Glass Vase in Violet by Venini

Gemme Short Glass Vase in Violet by Venini

By Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Venini glass vase with shaped body and neck in violet designed in 2017. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or statement piece for any room. Also available in other colors on ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Bronze Sculpture of a Woman, 1991, Signed.
Bronze Sculpture of a Woman, 1991, Signed.

Bronze Sculpture of a Woman, 1991, Signed.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Bronze sculpture of a woman, 1991, signed. A modern art bronze sculpture of a woman, signed and dated 1991. Dimensions : H: 22.5cm, W: 15cm, D: 15cm Contact us before ordering to ...

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20th Century French Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Eclipse Box by Greg Natale
Eclipse Box by Greg Natale

Eclipse Box by Greg Natale

By Greg Natale

Located in Sydney,, NSW

The unique Solar collection conjures the spirit of the mystical universe. Natale’s solar candles encompass mysticism and pairs it with clean architectural lines in an evocative and e...

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Countenance or Cara Ceramic mask by Tom R Porter
Countenance or Cara Ceramic mask by Tom R Porter

Countenance or Cara Ceramic mask by Tom R Porter

By Tom Porter

Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT

Ceramic masks on oak frame, Tom R PORTER, London. Oak frame 35 x W34 cm Ceramic Mask H8 x W7 cm 2x Ceramic Masks H2 x W2 cm From the series Countenance or Cara, presented in 2024 a...

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2010s Portuguese Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Oak

Bertil Vallien Kosta Boda Swedish Confetti Art Glass Vase
Bertil Vallien Kosta Boda Swedish Confetti Art Glass Vase

Bertil Vallien Kosta Boda Swedish Confetti Art Glass Vase

By Bertil Vallien

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A rare and striking Swedish art glass vase made for Kosta Boda by renowned glass maker Bertil Vallien (Swedish, b.1938) and dating from the 1970’s. The square bodied vase is decorated in colored confetti pattern and and is one of a series of similarly designed pieces which Vallien produced during the 1970’s. The vase is hand blown and made in thick opaque blue glass...

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1970s Swedish Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Vintage Decorated & Glazed Studio Pottery Bowl - Signed - Late 20th Century
Vintage Decorated & Glazed Studio Pottery Bowl - Signed - Late 20th Century

Vintage Decorated & Glazed Studio Pottery Bowl - Signed - Late 20th Century

Located in Chatham, ON

Vintage studio pottery glazed and decorated bowl - wheel thrown stoneware body - signed with a cipher on the base (unidentified artist/potter) - country of origin unknown - late 20th...

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Late 20th Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Age and Experience, Ceramic and Found Object Assemblage
Age and Experience, Ceramic and Found Object Assemblage

Age and Experience, Ceramic and Found Object Assemblage

By Philip Capuano

Located in Chicago, IL

Artist Statement: During the summers in Connecticut when I was a pre-teen, I lived for playing baseball. I grew up on a farm and had to work hard, but I always made time for baseball. I played everyday and sometimes even slept with my glove underneath my pillow. I dreamed of playing professionally for the New York Yankees. The only thing that dragged me away from playing baseball was an arts and craft’s class in my school’s summer program. On Tuesday afternoon, after lunch, baseball was on hold for arts and crafts. In my first class, they taught us how to make pot holders and build things with Popsicle sticks by gluing them together. It was so much fun. I guess this was the earliest telling of what was to unfold in the future years. I continued to play semi-pro baseball until the age of 38. I was also into weightlifting and even placed in a national competition. Sports and art have always been my passions. I was willing to put sports on hold for my art, though. And sports have always influenced my artwork. My first great influence in art was my craft teacher in high school, Shirley Charron. I was not an “A” student by any means and I did not excel in math or science. Ms. Charron knew I wasn’t a great student and encouraged me to apply for art school at Silvermine College of Arts. The college was holding interviews and all I had to do was make an appointment and bring my artwork. I was excited to find out that they didn’t need to know my S.A.T. scores. So I met with Dean Bob Gray and he liked my artwork. I became a student at the Silvermine College and received my Associate’s Degree from there. I went on to the Maryland Institute of Art where I received my Bachelor of Arts degree. I met several students from various backgrounds and different countries. I was fortunate for having great teachers and mentors along the way. Visiting artists were a big influence to me, as well. My college years helped greatly, keeping me out of the ‘real world’ and into the realm of creativity and free­ flowing ideas. After receiving my Masters Degree from the Art Institute of Chicago in 1977. I stayed in Chicago. I became ‘so-to-speak’ a “Chicago” artist, living in lofts, dreaming the dreams of becoming known and reaching for the stars. I was still quite naïve at the age of 30. Luckily, I kept my day job as a cleaning man. I worked hard during those years after graduate school and still do 28 years later. During those 28 years, I tried out for the Chicago White Sox...

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Early 2000s American Modern Decorative Objects

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Metal

Jorge Coste Signed Bronze Diver Sculpture Mexican Modernist Figurative Art
Jorge Coste Signed Bronze Diver Sculpture Mexican Modernist Figurative Art

Jorge Coste Signed Bronze Diver Sculpture Mexican Modernist Figurative Art

By Javier Marin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A striking signed patinated bronze sculpture by Mexican artist Jorge Coste (born 1959), depicting a dramatically suspended female diver in a fluid, gravity-defying pose. This expres...

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1990s Mexican Modern Decorative Objects

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Stone, Bronze

Elegance in blue. A unique handmade in Italy piece, Ceramic, Handcrafted 2026
Elegance in blue. A unique handmade in Italy piece, Ceramic, Handcrafted 2026

Elegance in blue. A unique handmade in Italy piece, Ceramic, Handcrafted 2026

Located in San Miniato PI, IT

This captivating handcrafted ceramic piece represents a powerful and unique fusion of human and organic forms, rendered in a singular, vibrant blue color. Standing against a seamless...

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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Fountain pen Ballpoint pen and pocket magnifying glass Set enamel Salimbeni
Fountain pen Ballpoint pen and pocket magnifying glass Set enamel Salimbeni

Fountain pen Ballpoint pen and pocket magnifying glass Set enamel Salimbeni

By Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Luxurious Desk Set Ballpoint pen, fountain pen and small pocket magnifying glass in 925/1000 sterling silver with translucent polychrome fire enamels on guilloche in an early 1900s A...

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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Two Interlocking Links Make a Pinkish Marble Paperweight
Two Interlocking Links Make a Pinkish Marble Paperweight

Two Interlocking Links Make a Pinkish Marble Paperweight

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A striking pair of hand-carved interlocking marble links, beautifully crafted with clean lines and timeless appeal. Sculptural in form and substantial in weight, they serve as both a...

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20th Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Italian Polished Brass Geometric Picture Frame, 1970s
Italian Polished Brass Geometric Picture Frame, 1970s

Italian Polished Brass Geometric Picture Frame, 1970s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Elegant Italian picture frame from the 1970s, crafted in solid polished brass with a bold, architectural presence. The design features a stepped geometric composition, with layered r...

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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Contemporary sandstone ceramics by a french artist
Contemporary sandstone ceramics by a french artist

Contemporary sandstone ceramics by a french artist

By Véra Rybaltchenko

Located in SAINT-YRIEIX-SUR-CHARENTE, FR

Contemporary ceramic sculpture by French artist Véra Rybaltchenko. Made from chamotte stoneware with a patina before firing and fired in the kiln. Véra is a prolific artist who has e...

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2010s French Modern Decorative Objects

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Sandstone

Contemporary 'Eye' Sculpture Pink Glass, Brass and 24kt Gold by Ghirò Studio
Contemporary 'Eye' Sculpture Pink Glass, Brass and 24kt Gold by Ghirò Studio

Contemporary 'Eye' Sculpture Pink Glass, Brass and 24kt Gold by Ghirò Studio

By Ghirò Studio

Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano

2023 Colletion of decorative objects by Ghirò Studio (Italy,Milan). The 'Eye' is not only a luxury refined piece of furniture but it is also a hand carved sculpture designed to embe...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

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Gold, Brass

Contemporary Modern, Aya Chestnut Wood 2-Compartment Box
Contemporary Modern, Aya Chestnut Wood 2-Compartment Box

Contemporary Modern, Aya Chestnut Wood 2-Compartment Box

By DAY Studio

Located in İstanbul, İstanbul

Istanbul is a wooden box collection inspired by some of towns most iconic buildings: Galata Tower, Hagia Sophia and Bebek Mosque. Each item takes its name from these structures. The ...

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2010s Turkish Modern Decorative Objects

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Chestnut

“Victor Salmones ‘Primogénito’ Bronze Sculpture, Edition 5/10, 72" Total Height
“Victor Salmones ‘Primogénito’ Bronze Sculpture, Edition 5/10, 72" Total Height

“Victor Salmones ‘Primogénito’ Bronze Sculpture, Edition 5/10, 72" Total Height

By Victor Salmones

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A monumental and emotionally resonant bronze sculpture by renowned Mexican artist Victor Salmones (1935–1989), titled “El Primogénito” ("The Firstborn"). Sculpted and cast in the ear...

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1980s Mexican Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Bronze Figurative Sculpture Inspired by Salvador Dali, USA, 1980s
Bronze Figurative Sculpture Inspired by Salvador Dali, USA, 1980s

Bronze Figurative Sculpture Inspired by Salvador Dali, USA, 1980s

By (after) Salvador Dali

Located in Miami, FL

Bronze figurative sculpture after Salvador Dali (1904-1989) mounted on black marble pedestal. Measures: 17.75" High x 4.25" Deep x 8.50" Wide This eye-catching bronze figurative sc...

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Late 20th Century American Modern Decorative Objects

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Marble, Bronze

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