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Modern Jars

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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
21st Century Appesa Jar Handmade and Hand Glazed in Italy by Ilaria Bianchi
Located in Milan, IT
Handmade and Hand glazed Italian Ceramic Dishwasher-safe 21x Ø13 cm This Handcrafted and hand-glazed ceramic jug/vase is made in Grottaglie (Puglia), one of the most acknowledg...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Ceramic

Set of 2 Small Jade Vases by Doa Ceramics
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 small jade vases by Doa Ceramics Dimensions: 3.5" (in). Materials: ceramic. Technique: hand-crafted. Freeform. Glazed. Also available in 6".
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2010s Turkish Modern Jars

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Ceramic

Gravedad Stoneware Vase by Camila Apaez
Located in Geneve, CH
Gravedad stoneware vase by Camila Apaez One of a kind Materials: Stoneware Dimensions: 16 x 15 x 6 cm Options: White bone, butter milk, Negro Mate This year has been shaped by...
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2010s Mexican Modern Jars

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Stoneware

Small Obvara Vase by Doa Ceramics
Located in Geneve, CH
Small Obvara vase by Doa Ceramics Dimensions: 3.5" (in) Materials: Ceramic. Technique: Hand-crafted. Freeform. Glazed.
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2010s Belgian Modern Jars

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Ceramic

Garrafa No. I Vase by Camila Apaez
Located in Geneve, CH
Garrafa No. I vase by Camila Apaez One of a kind Materials: stoneware Dimensions: 17 x 8 x 18 cm Options: White Bone, Chocolate, Buttermilk, Charcoal Black, Glossy, Spotted Gray,...
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2010s Mexican Modern Jars

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Stoneware

Pot Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Pot vase by Imperfettolab Dimensions: Ø 36 x H 46 cm Materials: Fiberglass A traditional shape, to which the fiberglass and its careful processing give a contemporary style. An ...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Floro Vase by Lilia Cruz Corona Garduño
Located in Geneve, CH
Floro vase by Lilia Cruz Corona Garduño Dimensions: W 18 x D 18 x H 31 cm Materials: High-temperature ceramics (Stoneware) and vitrified glaze Platalea...
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2010s Mexican Modern Jars

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Stoneware

Pair of Koneo Vases by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Pair of Koneo Vases by Imperfettolab Dimensions: Ø 47 x H 120 cm Materials: Raw material Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Verter Turroni, Emanuela Ravelli and ou...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Tong Coffee Vase by kar
Located in Geneve, CH
Tong coffee vase by kar Materials: FRP Dimensions: 26 x 26 x 34 cm A smooth shape for integrating into any space. Multiple-use as a flower vase, a container for blueprints, posters,...
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2010s Chinese Modern Jars

Materials

Fiberglass

Tribù Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Tribù vase by Imperfettolab Designer: Verter Turroni 2020 Dimensions: D 32.5 x H 54 cm Materials: Fibreglass Vases as works of ancient civilizations. Primordial and enigmatic...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

21st Century Temperanza Jar Handmade and Hand Glazed in Italy by Ilaria Bianchi
Located in Milan, IT
Hand made and hand glazed Ceramic, Made in Italy Dishwasher-safe 21x Ø13 cm This Handcrafted and hand-glazed ceramic jug/vase is made in Grottaglie (Puglia), one of the most acknowledged Italian hubs for ceramics, and it is entirely hand glazed and decorated by the artist Ilaria Bianchi, this makes each piece unique as it traces the hand of the artist. Glazed with elegant and gestural traits this jar shows the image of the Temperance the XIV arcana of Tarot. This is a magical object, Temperanza is mixing the waters as a metaphor for mixing her inner feelings. She is connected to her body and her dance moves the oceans. This is a perfect object to be gifted, to show your presence and love for them. The item is perfect as a water jar to quench your guests' thirst or as a vase for fresh or dry flowers. Each piece of the Temperanza collection bears the artist's signature under the base. This object will be made for you at your request. Dishwasher-safe 21x Ø13 cm Every piece is handmade and so unique, every difference (most of the time unnoticeable ) is the trace of the artist that made it. Temperanza by Ilaria Bianchi promotes emotional relationships with our objects and intimate spaces. A production limited to the essential, an ethical manufacturing cycle involving materials, ancient traditional techniques and new methodologies, such us the "applicator baby bottle” method, an innovative way to hand-glaze ceramics. Temperanza is hand-made in Grottaglie (Puglia) in the prestigious Franco Fasano’s workshop and hand-glazed by the designer Ilaria Bianchi. Each element is handmade and therefore unique, every difference is the trace of the artist who created it. Temperanza’s objects tell us stories, things were never just things, tools to solve functional activities. Most of the time they embody symbolic and metaphorical values. The first human beings lived immersed in an "integrated" environment, devoid of a real separation between myth and nature. Temperanza offers small daily artworks created with a soul, which keep us company and reconnect us to the emotional power of objects, hoping to make our relationships with them more lasting and sustainable. Temperanza bridges our collective and private rituals. The means used...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Ceramic

Esopo Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Esopo vase by Imperfettolab Dimensions: Ø 20 x H 21 cm Materials: Raw material Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Verter Turroni, Emanuela Ravelli and our children...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Vaso Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Vaso Vase by Imperfettolab Dimensions: Ø 37 x H 29 cm Materials: Raw material Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Verter Turroni, Emanuela Ravelli and our children ...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Tong White Vase by kar
Located in Geneve, CH
Tong white vase by kar Materials: FRP Dimensions: 26 x 26 x 34 cm. *This piece is suitable for outdoor use. A smooth shape for integrating into any space. Multiple-use as a flower va...
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2010s Chinese Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Gravedad Stoneware Vase by Camila Apaez
Located in Geneve, CH
Gravedad stoneware vase by Camila Apaez One of a kind Materials: Stoneware Dimensions: 16 x 15 x 6 cm Options: White bone, butter milk This year has been shaped by the topogra...
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2010s Mexican Modern Jars

Materials

Stoneware

1984 Taylor & NG Minimals Scottish Terrier Dog Cookie Jar and Mug
By Taylor & NG
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1984 Scottish Terrier Cookie Jar and Scottie Mug by Taylor and NG Stamped San Francisco, CA Made in Japan Cup 4.63 d x 3.38 w x 3.5 h Jar 6 diameter ...
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1980s Japanese Vintage Modern Jars

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Ceramic

Esopo Bowl by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Esopo Bowl by Imperfettolab Dimensions: Ø 20 x H 10 cm Materials: Raw material Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Verter Turroni, Emanuela Ravelli and our children...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Ombligos Unique Stoneware Vase by Camila Apaez
Located in Geneve, CH
Ombligos unique stoneware vase by Camila Apaez Unique Materials: Stoneware Dimensions: 7 x 17 x 14 cm Options: Buttermilk, charcoal black This year has been shaped by the top...
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2010s Mexican Modern Jars

Materials

Stoneware

Incline Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Incline vase by Imperfettolab Dimensions: Ø 38 x H 67 cm Materials: Raw material Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Verter Turroni, Emanuela Ravelli and our children Elia...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Costantini Diego Modern Real Gold Made Murano Glass Vase with Butterflies
Located in Murano, Venezia
Handmade Murano glass blown vase with real 24kt gold leaf and Monarch butterflies attached with magnet. The vase contains 16 Monarch butterflies Modern vase ideal for a modern and r...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass

Unda Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Unda vase by Imperfettolab Designer: Verter Turroni 2018 Dimensions: 30 x H 45 cm Materials: Fibreglass Vase in fibreglass. Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Verter T...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

Materials

Fiberglass

Pair of Alma Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Pair of Alma Vase by Imperfettolab Dimensions: Ø 47 x H 44 cm Materials: Raw material Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Verter Turroni, Emanuela Ravelli and our c...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Pair of Bulbo Vases by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Pair of Bulbo vases by Imperfettolab Dimensions: Ø 47 x H 50 cm Ø 47 x H 42 cm Materials: Raw material Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Verter Turroni, Emanue...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Set of 3 Blue Vases by Doa Ceramics
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3 blue vases by Doa Ceramics Dimensions: Small 3.5" (in) Medium 8" (in) Large: 12" (in) Materials: Ceramic. Technique: Hand-crafted. Freeform. Glazed.  
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2010s Turkish Modern Jars

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 3 Incline Vases by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3 Incline vase by Imperfettolab Dimensions: Ø 38 x H 67 cm Ø30 x H 55 cm Ø 28 x H 49 cm Materials: Raw material Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Verte...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Bulbo Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Bulbo vase by Imperfettolab Dimensions: Ø 47 x H 42 cm Materials: Raw material Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Verter Turroni, Emanuela Ravelli and our children...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Incline Vase 49 by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Incline Vase 49 by Imperfettolab Dimensions: Ø 28 x H 49 cm Materials: Raw material Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Verter Turroni, Emanuela Ravelli and our chi...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Incline Vase 55 by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Incline Vase 55 by Imperfettolab Dimensions: Ø 30 x H 55 cm Materials: Raw material Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Verter Turroni, Emanuela Ravelli and our children E...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Pair of Bulbo Vases by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Pair of Bulbo Vases by Imperfettolab Dimensions: Ø 38 x H 45 cm Ø 32 x H 42 cm Materials: raw material Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Verter Turroni, Emanue...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Koneo Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Koneo vase by Imperfettolab Dimensions: Ø 47 x H 120 cm Materials: Raw material Imperfetto lab Who we are ? We are a family. Verter Turroni, Emanuela Ravelli and our children Elia,...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Unda Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Unda vase by Imperfettolab Designer: Verter Turroni 2018 Dimensions: W 97 x D 15 H 25.5 cm Materials: Fibreglass Vase in fibreglass. Imperfetto lab Who we are ? We are a family. V...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Unda Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Unda vase by Imperfettolab Designer: Verter Turroni 2018 Dimensions: 40 x H 49 cm Materials: Fibreglass Vase in fibreglass. Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Set of Vaso Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Vaso Vase by Imperfettolab Dimensions: Ø 37 x H 29 cm Ø 47 x H 36 cm Materials: Raw material Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Verter Turroni, Emanuela Ravell...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Pair of Unda Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Pair of Unda Vase by Imperfettolab Designer: Verter Turroni 2018 Dimensions: 30 x H 45 cm Materials: Fibreglass Vase in fibreglass. Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are ...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Tribù Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Tribù vase by Imperfettolab Designer: Verter Turroni 2020 Dimensions: D 36 x H 95 cm Materials: Fibreglass Vases as works of ancient civilizations. Primordial and enigmatic f...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Set of 2 Pot Vases by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 pot vases by Imperfettolab Dimensions: Ø 36 x H 46 cm, Ø 30 x H 40 cm Materials: fiberglass A traditional shape, to which the fiberglass and its careful processing give...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Unda Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Unda vase by Imperfettolab Designer: Verter Turroni 2018 Dimensions: D 26 x H 18.5 cm Materials: fibreglass Vase in fibreglass. Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a fa...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Koneo Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Koneo Vase by Imperfettolab Dimensions: Ø 47 x H 120 cm Materials: Raw material Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Verter Turroni, Emanuela Ravelli and our childre...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Venetian Murano Green and Colorless Glass Jars, Pair
Located in New York, NY
Venetian Murano peacock green and colorless seeded glass covered jars, a pair, each with seeded clear glass finial above green circular lids, the flarin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Jars

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Blown Glass

Black Vaso Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Vaso vase by Imperfettolab Dimensions: Ø 37 x H 29 cm Materials: Raw material Imperfetto Lab Who we are? We are a family. Verter Turroni, Emanuela Ravelli and our children E...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Pair of Incline Vases by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Pair of Incline vases by Imperfettolab Dimensions: Ø 38 x H 67 cm Ø 30 x H 55 cm Materials: Raw material. Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Verter Turroni, Ema...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Pair of Unda Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Pair of Unda Vase by Imperfettolab Designer: Verter Turroni 2018 Dimensions: 40 x H 49 cm Materials: Fibreglass Vase in fibreglass. Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. ...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Set of Black Vaso Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of Black Vaso Vase by Imperfettolab Dimensions: Ø 37 x H 29 cm Ø 47 x H 36 cm Materials: Raw material Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Verter Turroni, Em...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Unda Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Unda vase by Imperfettolab Designer: Verter Turroni 2018 Dimensions: D 40 x H 35 cm Materials: Fibreglass Vase in fibreglass. Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a fami...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Unda Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Unda vase by Imperfettolab Designer: Verter Turroni 2018 Dimensions: D 30 x H 52.5 cm Materials: Fibreglass Vase in fibreglass. Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a fa...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Unda Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Unda vase by Imperfettolab Designer: Verter Turroni 2018 Dimensions: D 40 x W 31 x H 52.5 cm Materials: Fibreglass Vase in fibreglass. Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We a...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Unda Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Unda vase by Imperfettolab Designer: Verter Turroni 2018 Dimensions: D 50 x H 28 cm Materials: Fibreglass Vase in fibreglass. Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a fami...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Pot Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Pot vase by Imperfettolab Dimensions: Ø 30 x H 40 cm Materials: Fiberglass A traditional shape, to which the fiberglass and its careful processing give a contemporary style. An ...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Echo Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Echo vase by Imperfettolab 2017 Dimensions: D 40 x H 42 cm Materials: Fibreglass The design with peculiar geometries makes this vase a singular object with a distinctive chara...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Echo Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Echo vase by Imperfettolab 2017 Dimensions: D 40 x H 34 cm. Materials: Fibreglass The design with peculiar geometries makes this vase a singular object with a distinctive chara...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Set of 3 Incline Vases by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3 Incline Vase by Imperfettolab Dimensions: Ø 38 x H 67 cm Ø30 x H 55 cm Ø 28 x H 49 cm Materials: Raw material Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Verte...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Tribù Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Tribù vase by Imperfettolab Designer: Verter Turroni 2020 Dimensions: D 40 x H 5 cm Materials: Fibreglass Vases as works of ancient civilizations. Primordial and enigmatic fo...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Echo Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Echo vase by Imperfettolab 2017 Dimensions: D 40 x H 37 cm Materials: Fibreglass The design with peculiar geometries makes this vase a singular object with a distinctive chara...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Echo Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Echo vase by Imperfettolab 2017 Dimensions: D 40 x H 37 cm Materials: Fibreglass The design with peculiar geometries makes this vase a singular object with a distinctive chara...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Echo Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Echo vase by Imperfettolab 2017 Dimensions: D 40 x H 42 cm Materials: Fibreglass The design with peculiar geometries makes this vase a singular object with a distinctive chara...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Unda Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Unda vase by Imperfettolab Designer: Verter Turroni 2018 Dimensions: D 40 x H 47 cm Materials: Fibreglass Vase in fibreglass. Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a fami...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Tribù Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Tribù vase by Imperfettolab Designer: Verter Turroni 2020 Dimensions: D 57 x W 45 x H 44 cm Materials: Fibreglass Vases as works of ancient civilizations. Primordial and enig...
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2010s Italian Modern Jars

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Fiberglass

Unique Torso Stoneware Vase by Camila Apaez
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique Torso Stoneware vase by Camila Apaez Unique Materials: Stoneware Dimensions: 7 x 8 x 25 cm Options: White bone, Chocolate, Buttermilk, Charcoal Black, Glossy, Spotted Gra...
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2010s Mexican Modern Jars

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Stoneware

Modern jars for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern jars 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 jars 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 ceramic, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern jars 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 jars, popular names associated with this style include Greenapple, Lusitanus Home, Ivan Colominas, and Elena Cutolo. 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 jars differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $122 and tops out at $33,446 while the average work can sell for $1,035.

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