Art Deco Vases and Vessels
ART DECO STYLE
Art Deco furniture is characterized by its celebration of modern life. More than its emphasis on natural wood grains and focus on traditional craftsmanship, vintage Art Deco dining chairs, tables, desks, cabinets and other furniture — which typically refers to pieces produced during the 1920s and 1930s — is an ode to the glamour of the “Roaring Twenties.”
ORIGINS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged in the 1920s
- Flourished while the popularity of Art Nouveau declined
- Term derives from 1925’s Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes (International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts) in Paris, France
- Informed by Ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession; influenced Streamline Moderne and mid-century modernism
CHARACTERISTICS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN
- Bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs
- Use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood
- Metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes
- Embellishments made from exotic animal hides, inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory
ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
VINTAGE ART DECO FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship.
Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu.
The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. “Art Deco design” is often used broadly, to describe the work of creators in associated or ancillary styles. This is particularly true of American Art Deco, which is also called Streamline Moderne or Machine Age design. (Streamline Moderne, sometimes known as Art Moderne, was a phenomenon largely of the 1930s, post–Art Nouveau.)
Art Deco textile designers employed dazzling floral motifs and vivid colors, and while Art Deco furniture makers respected the dark woods and modern metals with which they worked, they frequently incorporated decorative embellishments such as exotic animal hides as well as veneers in their seating, case pieces, living room sets and bedroom furniture.
From mother-of-pearl inlaid vitrines to chrome aviator chairs, bold and inventive works in the Art Deco style include chaise longues (also known as chaise lounges) and curved armchairs. Today, the style is still favored by interior designers looking to infuse a home with an air of luxury and sophistication.
The vintage Art Deco furniture for sale on 1stDibs includes dressers, coffee tables, decorative objects and more.
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Style: Art Deco
Item Ships From: USA
Claudius Linossier Dinanderie Vase
Located in New York, NY
This copper, brass, and silver French Art Deco vase by Claudius Linossier utilizes the dinanderie technique. Using dinanderie, the artist hand-hammers thin sheets of alternating meta...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Silver, Brass, Copper
1940 Vintage Roseville Art Pottery Green Ming Tree 568-8 Rare Bonsai Planter
Located in San Gabriel, CA
Roseville Ming Tree Green 1949 Mid Century Art Pottery Window Box Planter 568-8. Very good condition. Bottom marked with Roseville, USA and shape number. No chips but very slight gra...
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Art Deco Bohemian Czech Cranberry Red Clear Floral Art Glass Vase
Located in Miami Beach, FL
1930s Czech Art Deco cranberry red enamel and clear glass vase featuring a geometric shaped flaring body vase with a 12 sided foot base. The vase ...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Cut Glass
Pierre D'Avesn Art Deco Vase in Yellow Art Glass
Located in New York, NY
Pierre Gire aka Pierre D'Avesn Art Deco vase in yellow art glass. circa 1920s. Vase with an ovoid body entirely grooved on a circular base. Stamped on base.
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Art Glass
Japanese Pottery Vase
Located in New York, NY
A very beautiful white to off-white round Japanese pottery vase, late Modern/Art Deco period, circa early-20th century Japan, 1921-1941. Vase has a ...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Modern Vase in Shagreen with Shell and Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Rose Vase by R&Y Augousti is a stunning creation that embodies contemporary luxury through its masterful combination of exquisite materials. Handcrafted from rich shagreen, bronz...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Brass
René Lalique Charmilles Vase
By René Lalique
Located in New Orleans, LA
Abstracted foliate motifs swirl atop each other to form this Lalique vase in the Charmilles motif, first designed by René Lalique on October 8, 1926. Inspired by bowers under greener...
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20th Century French Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Glass
Barovier Seguso Ferro Murano Blue White Italian Art Glass Decorative Flower Vase
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful antique Murano hand blown rich sapphire blue, white and gold flecks Italian art glass sculptural flower vase. Documented to the Artistica Soffiera Vetreria - Barovier Segus...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Gold Leaf
French Majolica Sailing Ship Clock with 2 Vases Sarreguemines, circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica sailing ship clock with 2 vases Sarreguemines Esdeve, circa 1930.
Set with a clock and 2 vases.
Art Deco period.
Clock / H : 7.3" , 11" by 2.8"
Pair of vases / H ...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Art Deco Studebaker Automobile Glass & Bakelite Perfume Bottles, 6 Available
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This set of six small vintage glass automobile car perfume bottles with a Streamline Art Deco design. Each multi-use bottle showcases the silhouette of a classic Studebaker, complete...
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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Glass, Bakelite
Modern Vase in Shagreen with Shell and Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The "Vase Rose" by R&Y Augousti is a stunning creation that embodies contemporary luxury through its masterful combination of exquisite materials. Handcrafted from rich shagreen, bro...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Brass
Shagreen Sculptural Vases with Pen Shell and Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Brass
Fredrick Carder Era Steuben Aqua Marine Iridescent Verre de Soie Glass Bowl Vase
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine iridescent American art glass bowl or vase.
By Steuben.
In Aqua Marine glass with an iridescent finish (similar to their Verre de Soie color and treatment).
In the second...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Pair of Crazed Opaline Glass Bud Vases, c. 1930s
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite pair of bud vases dates to the early 20th century and are elegantly shaped of white opaline glass with yellow accents. Shimmering with subtle crazing and iridescence, the...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Blown Glass
Art Deco Silver Overlay Art Glass Vase
Located in Norwood, NJ
Art Deco mottled purple art glass vase with applied silver overlay birds.
Features silver overlay birds and butterflies.
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Silver
Green Ronces Vase By René Lalique
By René Lalique
Located in New Orleans, LA
Designed by René Lalique in 1921, this Ronces pattern vase features a bold array of winding blackberry vines. The vessel highlights the master's love of the striking forms and natura...
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20th Century French Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Glass
Schneider Art Deco Style Art Glass Vase
Located in Miami, FL
This captivating Art Deco art glass vase, designed by the renowned Charles Schneider, embodies the elegance and artistry of the era. Crafted in France by the esteemed Schneider Glass...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Blown Glass, Art Glass
Crackled Ceramic Planter or Vase by Boch Freres, 1930s
Located in New York, NY
Boch Freres
Crackled ceramic planter or vase in alternating ribbed and smooth glazed finish.
Signed, Belgium 1930s
Dimensions : 6 diameter x 5 H.
Category
1930s Belgian Vintage Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Murano Green Gold Flecks Bullicante Italian Art Glass Sculptural Flower Vase
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful, large and rare Murano hand blown green, controlled bubbles and gold flecks Italian art glass pulled glass sculptural flower vase. Att...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Gold Leaf
Vintage Sculptural Asymmetrical Art Deco White Ceramic Vase 1980s
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage vase in Art Deco style has rounded profile with pronounced, asymmetrical graphic relief, creating an upwards movement and visual interest. The relief continues on the back si...
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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Shagreen Vase with Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Square Vase by R&Y Augousti is a stunning fusion of modern elegance and meticulous craftsmanship. Handcrafted from luxurious shagreen, this piece is accented with subtle brass de...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Brass
Brass Skyscraper Vase
Located in Hanover, MA
Vintage solid brass skyscraper vase
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1970s Korean Vintage Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Brass
Antique 1920s Art Deco Moser Style Bohemian Art Glass Lidded Jar
Located in Charleston, SC
Probably made by Moser. The amazing work on this piece are the hand blown legs that support the bowl. The splatter effect is the green and black paints inside the clear glass and h...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Art Glass, Paint
Gabriel Keramik, Vase, Black-Glazed Earthenware, Sweden, c. 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-glazed earthenware vase designed and produced by Gabriel Keramik, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Earthenware
Vintage "Lips" Vase by Rosenthal
By Rosenthal
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice vintage "Lips" vase by Rosenthal , circa 1940s. The vase is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measures 7"W x 4"D x 6.5"H ! #3476
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Porcelain
1940's Large McCoy Butterfly Ceramic Vase In White
Located in Red Lion, PA
This large McCoy cylindrical Butterfly vase is a stunning example of the company’s artistry, featuring a beautifully raised pattern of butterflies gracefully flocking to leaves. Fini...
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Swedish Art Deco Dirigold Goldware Bud Vase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Dirigold was a gold-toned alloy created in 1914 by Carl Molin to appear like gold, without the downside of tarnishing. In 1935, the company was changed the name from 'Dirigold' to 'D...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Multicolored Art Glass Vase
Located in Miami, FL
A beautiful multi-colored French Art Deco style mouth-blown art glass vase.
Wonderful details and very good condition.
Would enhance any setting.
Measures: 10 1/4" High x 4 1/2"-...
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20th Century French Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Art Glass
Tall Art Deco Pottery Vase Charles Greber, circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
Tall Art Deco pottery vase Charles Greber, circa 1930
Primitive style with handles.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Pottery
Carl Sorensen Bronze Verdigris Tone Trumpet Vase, 1920's
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Tall Art Deco Bronze Trumpet Vase by Philadelphia metalsmith and Tiffany designer Carl Sorensen. Featuring a handcrafted vase form, polished GOld toned ...
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1950s French Vintage Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Sandrift by Lalique- Frosted Glass Vase, France, Scribe Signed
By Lalique
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Lalique frosted glass Sandrift vase was produced in the 1960's in the Art Deco style. It is in ovoid form with frosted overlapping shells. Scribe signed on the bottom Lalique, Fr...
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1960s French Vintage Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Art Glass
Unusual Art Deco Vase with Flowers in Blue and Gold by Longwy, France
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Covered with bold flowers in full bloom, and glazed in an unusual palette of periwinkle, navy blue, gold and sky blue, this ovoid-form Art Deco vase was made by the famed Longwy cera...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Large Roseville Magnolia Green Ceramic Basket Planter Vase
Located in Red Lion, PA
Large Roseville Magnolia Green Ceramic Basket Vase – 1943
This stunning Roseville Magnolia basket vase is a beautiful example of mid-20th-century American art pottery, featuring the...
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1940s Vintage Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Panthere de Cartier Collectible Vintage Perfume Bottle in original Box Art Deco
By Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Panthere de Cartier Collectible Vintage Perfume Bottle in original Box Art Deco style.
It is vintage from the 1980s.
It is marked Cartier made ...
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Art Glass
Antique Frederick Carder for Steuben Red Steuben Grotesque Vase, 1920s
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique Frederick Carder for Steuben red Steuben Grotesque vase
Additional information:
Materials: Glass
Color: Red
Brand: Steuben
Designer: S...
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20th Century Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Glass
Art Deco Egyptian Faience Glaze Vase Signed Leon Volkmar for Durant Kilns
By Durant Kilns, Leon Volkmar
Located in New York, NY
This rare and stunning Art Deco Egyptian Faience Glaze Vase Signed Leon Volkmar for Durant Kilns originates from the United States, C.1922. This piece features a timeless composition...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Faience
Art Deco Skyscraper Style White Porcelain Scroll Form Vase by Abingdon
Located in New York, NY
This refined Art Deco vase was realized in the United States by the esteemed maker Abingdon Co., circa 1940. It features a reeded base, and a stepped rectangular body overlapping tie...
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Porcelain
"Lion and Antelope", Bottle-Form Art Deco Vase by Primavera, possibly Buthaud
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Large and substantial, this unique bottle-form vase features a lion and antelope on one side, and a branch with leaves on the other, all glazed in rich deep brown and ivory. Each si...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Art Deco Glass Vase "Digitale" by Le Verre Francais
Located in Miami, FL
Art Deco glass vase in the Digitale pattern by Le Verre Francais.
Charles Schneider was a renowned glassmaker during the Art Deco period in France. He was known for his beautiful and...
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20th Century French Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Glass
Tiffin Art Deco Uranium Iridized Green Glass Vase, Glows in UV
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Sculptural Art Deco style vase is made of uranium green glass. Minimal, streamlined shape and color scheme of the piece are accentuated with iridized finish, that adds visual interes...
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Uranium Glass, Glass, Art Glass
"Deer with Weeping Willow, " Superb Art Deco Vase by Primavera, France
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A superb example of Art Deco craftsmanship, produced by one of the world's finest workshops in the 1930s, this vase depicts a deer with lifted head, flanked by a weeping willow tree,...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Clay
Czech Art Deco Bud Vase with Handles, 1918-1920 Pottery
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Rare ceramic bud vase with handles is decorated with abstract geometric decor of chocolate brown and burnt orange stars floating on cream beige background. The handles, rim, and base...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Hammered American Pewter Vase
Located in Malibu, CA
Vintage hammered pewter trumpet-shaped vase with a round base and ringed at the top and bottom of the trumpet. The bottom of the vase is indented in the center and bears the incised,...
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Pewter
Art Deco Glass Vase by Charles Schneider
Located in Miami, FL
Art Deco Glass Vase in Purple hues signed and by Charles Schneider.
Signature: Schneider
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Glass
Cosmos Vase in Shagreen, Mother of Pearl and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
La Cosmos vase in small is a whimsical piece with both it’s sculptural shape and graphic pattern inlaid in a mixture of cream shagreen, mother of pearl and bronze-patina brass. Available in other shapes and sizes to form a dramatic cluster of vases...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Brass
Rare and Exceptional Art Deco Patte de Verre by Georges Despret
Located in Miami, FL
A rare and exceptional vase with a raised decoration of magical bat like creatures, circa 1910-1920. Measures: Height 9 ¾ in., width 15 in., depth 12 in. George Despret (1862-1952) w...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Art Glass
Italian Green Murano Glass Vase Attributed to Barovier & Toso, 1930s
By Barovier
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare hand-blown Murano glass vase attributed to the esteemed Barovier & Toso atelier in the 1930s. Its fluid, organic form captures the artistry of hand-blown glass. Defined by a s...
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Glass
Large of Art Nouveau Japanese Satsuma Style Vase
Located in Norton, MA
Japan, 20th century
A truly hand-painted with extreme attention and design energy in the creation of patterns and gilt line work all around the entire big vase. It's highly represen...
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20th Century Japanese Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Porcelain
Arte Deco Enamel Flower Vase by Camille Fauré
Located in Miami, FL
Art Deco vase enamel and bronze vase with Deco flowers in Blue hues and White.
Signature: C. Fauré. Limoges.
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Bronze, Enamel
Art Deco Bronze Tall Bud Vase by Dirilyte
By Dirilyte
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Art Deco period polished bronze tall bud vase
By Dirilyte
USA, Circa 1940s
Measures: 3.75"W x 3.75"D x 11.5"H.
Very good original vintage...
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Bronze
Large Antique Gorham Sterling Silver Maintenon Pattern Flower Vase
By Gorham
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine large antique flower vase.
By Gorham.
In sterling silver.
In the Maintenon pattern.
With raised and engraved decoration throughout...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Sterling Silver
Czech Art Deco Clear and Blue Glass Vase
Located in Queens, NY
Art Deco Continental (Czechoslovakia) taper cylindrical clear and blue glass vase with geometric oval pattern.
Category
20th Century Czech Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Glass
French Art Deco Vase by Daum Nancy
By Daum
Located in Bridgewater, CT
French Art Deco vase by Daum Nancy in yellow acid cut clear and frosted glass, signed.
Category
1930s French Vintage Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Art Glass
"Phoenix Urn", Large Art Deco Urn in Periwinkle and Green by Waylande Gregory
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Large and impressive, this unique Art Deco urn by Waylande Gregory depicts two flying phoenix birds, wings outstretched and brilliantly plumed in shades of deep periwinkle and silver...
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Shagreen Sculptural Vase with Pen Shell and Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Brass
"Male Nude with Harp", Art Deco Engraved Glass Vase by Lindstrand for Orrefors
Located in Philadelphia, PA
One of Vicke Lindstrand's characterisitically elegant, stylized nude figures for the Orrefors glass company in Sweden at the height of the Art Deco era in 1939, this piece features a...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Glass
Sven Erik Skawonius, Vase, Earthenware, Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed earthenware vase designed by Sven Erik Skawonius and produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1940s.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Earthenware
Antique Awaji Pottery Vase Art Deco Swirl Green Large Monochrome Handles
Located in Wilton, CT
Antique Awaji pottery vase in Hu form with with big wing handles and organic swirled grooves and great emerald green monochrome glaze, circa 1920. Measures: 12" high, 11" diameter. U...
Category
1920s Japanese Vintage Art Deco Vases and Vessels
Materials
Pottery
Art Deco vases and vessels for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Art Deco vases and vessels 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 vases and vessels created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with glass, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Deco vases and vessels made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Scandinavia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original vases and vessels, popular names associated with this style include René Lalique, Charles Schneider, Upsala Ekeby, and Daum. 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 vases and vessels differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $95 and tops out at $120,000 while the average work can sell for $1,478.