Folk Art Vases and Vessels
FOLK ART STYLE
Folk art is a genre of art that shares the creator’s traditions, offering not just an artistic display but an opportunity to learn about a culture. Antique, new and vintage folk art typically reflects a heritage or location. It can include utilitarian objects and handmade art as diverse as weather vanes, duck decoys, portraiture and paintings, carnival art and quilts.
Quilts are a quintessential part of American folk art but their roots are international, with quilting dating back to Ancient Egypt. The practice spread to Europe and was especially prominent in the Middle Ages, with one of the oldest surviving examples being the Tristan quilt made in Sicily in the 14th century. They were made as bedcovers and clothing, including as a layer for knights to wear beneath their armor. Native American folk art includes functional objects reflecting their heritage, such as baskets, textiles and wooden pieces.
Elsewhere, the vast range of work associated with Mexican folk art includes masks made by Mexican craftspeople for traditional celebrations and ceremonial dances. Mexican masks are part of the country’s folk-art traditions that go back thousands of years and play a role in festivals and theater.
Works in the folk art tradition are valuable because of the skills involved, like weaving, hand-carving wood and even stonework. Many folk artists are self-taught, while some train as apprentices within their community. By using available materials and taking a personal approach to their creations, artists ensure each piece is unique and conveys a story.
During the Great Depression, artistic materials in America were hard to come by, so artisans used discarded wood from cigar boxes and shipping crates to make highly stylized, notched pieces — most often picture frames and boxes — that are today sought after by collectors. This folk art style is called tramp art and was popular from roughly 1870 until the 1940s.
Folk art brings vibrant culture and traditions into your home. Browse an extensive collection of antique, new and vintage folk art on 1stDibs.
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Style: Folk Art
Carved African Figural Urns, Mid-20th Century
Located in Pasadena, CA
These cups are highly decorative reproductions of Kuba Royal cups. They do not exhibit any sign of true age or use through traditional wear patterns. These w...
Category
Mid-20th Century African Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Wood
Folk Art Treenware Vase or Urn of Inlay Wood
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderfully hand-crafted greenware vase or urn - the inlay and marquetry is wonderfully intricate and detailed. With a little glass insert, a small tumbler...
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20th Century Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Wood
Moroccan Vintage Green Olive Jar
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Moroccan vintage, 1960's green olive jar, or planter.
Handcrafted by the Berber people in Tamgroute Morocco.
Great glazed earthenware with different hu...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Earthenware
Montopolyi Arno Italian Vase with Winged Guardians An unusual piece
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Montopolyi Arno Italian Vase with Winged Guardians
An unusual piece made in terracotta marked Montopolyi Arno, the vase a very attractive piece relief decorated with plants and 4 ...
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1950s Vintage Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Terracotta
Decorative Folk Art Handcrafted Exotic Wood Lacquered Belly Flower Vase
Located in Miami, FL
Decorative Folk Art handcrafted exotic wood lacquered belly flower vase.
A-762-335
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Late 20th Century American Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Wood
Green Lava Vessel 1
By LAKE BELL
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
With a nod to the spontaneity and privileged imperfection that is the human condition, all of my pieces imbue an energy of function and whimsy.
The Green Lava 1 slipware vessel embo...
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2010s American Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Stoneware
Earthenware Hungarian Pottery Hand Painted, circa 1900's
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Earthenware Hungarian Pottery Hand Painted, circa 1900's
Discover the timeless charm and artistry of this original hand-painted earthenware pottery, ...
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Earthenware
Poole Pottery Vase by Anita Harris Lovely vibrant colours. A delightful piece
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Poole Pottery Vase by Anita Harris
Lovely vibrant colours. A delightful piece by Anita Harris
In Volcano Colours an Aztec style design, this lovely bright oval vase is in good con...
Category
20th Century Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Pottery
Set of 5 Large Moss Green Glass Chemist or Pharmacy Jars
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A set of 5 large moss green glass chemist or pharmacy jars
These are wonderful attractive jars from the mid 19th Century, they have been hand blown and labeled Worm Powders, Teet...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Cut Glass
Earthenware Hungarian Pottery, circa 1900s
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Earthenware Hungarian Pottery, circa 1900s
This exquisite piece of early 20th century, this antique Hungarian pottery stands as a testament ...
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Earthenware
Earthenware Hungarian Pottery, circa 1900s
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Earthenware Hungarian Pottery, circa 1900s
Step back in time and embrace the enchanting rustic elegance of the early 20th century, a treasure from th...
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Earthenware, Terracotta
Turquoise Quad Vase
By LAKE BELL
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
With a nod to the spontaneity and privileged imperfection that is the human condition, all of my pieces imbue an energy of function and whimsy.
This coil built brown stoneware clay ...
Category
2010s American Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Stoneware
18th Century Wooden Apothecary Jar
Located in Copenhagen, K
Wooden pharmaceutical apothecary jar, marked "CARB LIGN PR".
Category
1790s German Antique Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Wood
Vintage 1970's Hand Painted Pair Of Folk Art Pottery - Signed by Artist
Located in San Carlos, CA
For Sale: Stunning 1970's Vintage Folk Art Pottery Vases
Add a touch of vintage charm to your home with this gorgeous pair of 1970's folk art pottery vases. Both vases showcase a di...
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1970s American Vintage Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Pottery
Earthenware Hungarian Pottery, circa 1900s
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Earthenware Hungarian Pottery, circa 1900s
This exquisite piece of European pottery, originating from Hungary, stands as a testament to the artistic ...
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Earthenware
Late 20th Century Vintage Boho Hand Painted Metal Cache Pot
Located in west palm beach, FL
Infuse your space with artistic flair using this vintage boho hand-painted metal cache pot. Crafted with intricate detail and vibrant colors, this piece exudes a captivating charm re...
Category
Late 20th Century American Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Metal
Earthenware Hungarian Pottery, circa 1900s
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Earthenware Hungarian Pottery, circa 1900s
Discover the enchanting charm of this antique Hungarian Folk Art pottery, a genuine earthenware treasure th...
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Earthenware
Mexican Antique Dolores Porras Clay Pottery Folk Art Green Terracotta Vessel
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
This one of a kind Mexican antique is one of few pieces Dolores had at her home at the time she passed away. Dolores experimented to create new forms w...
Category
1980s Mexican Vintage Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Pottery, Clay, Terracotta
Pair of 19th century folk art stoneware ceramic bottles realised in La Borne
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
La Borne - France
Realised circa 1850
Pair of 19th century stoneware ceramic bottles
unique pieces
Original good condition
number one
height 25 cm
large 12 cm
number two
heigh...
Category
19th Century French Antique Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Brass Jam Pan. English 19th Century
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great rustic accessory for the country kitchen
Country house condition. Original patina to brass and rusty iron handle
Free UK shipping
Category
1870s English Antique Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Brass, Iron
Moorish Heads Vases "Catania Purple", Handmade in Italy, 2019, Unique Design
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...
Category
2010s Italian Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Gold Leaf
Moorish Heads Vases Collection "Cool Gray", Set of 2 Pieces, Handmade in Italy
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...
Category
2010s Italian Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Gold Leaf
Vintage Three Feathers Whiskey Oversized Store Display Advertising Glass Bottle
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Oversized store display/advertising bottle for Three Feathers Whiskey (ca. 1940s, USA).
Composed of amber glass with dual labels and original wooden stopper.
Specks present to the gl...
Category
1940s American Vintage Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Vintage Large Folk Art Tonala Sandstone Pottery Vase, 1960's
By Ken Edwards
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Large Folk Art Tonala Sandstone Pottery Vase, 1960s.
Vintage Large Folk Art Tonala sandstone pottery vase with bird and flowers signed.
Vintage large sandstone vase textured and hand-painted with an abstract bird and floral raised glazed decoration.
Beautiful Vintage Mexican Ceramic Vase in the style of Ken Edwards.
Hand-crafted vintage Tonala...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Pottery
Alabama Folk Art Pottery grouping Montgomery area pre-WW2 anonymous craftsman
Located in Mobile, AL
Bark decorated folk pottery grouping. These are believed to be tourist ware made by an unidentified couple in the Montgomery area before and about the time of WW2. To date, their nam...
Category
1930s American Vintage Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Pottery
Brown Ceramic Pitcher or Vase by Andersson & Johansson, Höganäs, Sweden, 1920s
Located in Grythyttan, SE
This rare Swedish folk art stoneware pitcher or vase, crafted by Andersson & Johansson for Höganäs in Sweden, features a striking brown body with cream-white decoration. Designed by ...
Category
1920s Swedish Vintage Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Stoneware
Moorish Head Matt Vases Collection "Vittoria", Set of 3, Handmade in Italy
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...
Category
2010s Italian Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Gold Leaf
Small Antique Ovoid Mid-Atlantic Redware Pottery Flower Pot
By John Bell
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique redware flowerpot.
Found in Virginia (likely Mid-Atlantic in origin).
Simply a wonderful folky piece of Americana!
Date:
Late 18th or...
Category
Early 19th Century American Antique Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Pottery
Vintage Boho Original Studio Pottery Face Vase
Located in west palm beach, FL
Add whimsy and artisan charm to your collection with this Vintage Boho Original Studio Pottery Face Vase. Boldly sculpted and hand-glazed in rich green with earthy golden highlights,...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Clay, Pottery
Vintage Gouda Pottery Jug with Stopper, Hand Painted, Holland, 20th Century
By Gouda Vase
Located in Chatham, ON
Vintage Gouda folk art pottery jug or decanter with stopper - hand painted stylized floral decoration to the front and back - clear high gloss glaze with...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Moorish Heads Vases Collection "Red and Gold", Set of 2, Handmade in Italy
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...
Category
2010s Italian Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Gold Leaf
Spanish Terracotta Albarello Vase
Located in Barcelona, ES
Glazed Terracotta vase in shades of green, blue, beige
Traditional spanish glazed ceramic vase "Albarelo" in green and blue pastel colors decoration with brown accents.
It has a mark on the bottom (IOX).
Spain, circa 1960s.
Popular pottery; Medical Ceramic-ware.
Measures: 21 cm H x 14,5 cm diameter // 8,26 in H x 5,70 in diameter.
More glazed and unglazed terracotta spanish...
Category
20th Century Spanish Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Terracotta, Ceramic, Earthenware
Moorish Heads Vases Collection "Catania Green", Set of 3, Handmade in Italy
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...
Category
2010s Italian Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Gold Leaf
Ceramic Square Bottle Vase with Naive-Style Motifs in Brown Glaze
Located in Grythyttan, SE
Exuding a distinctive charm, this square-shaped bottle vase features rounded corners and is adorned with captivating painted motifs in brown, beige, and black glazes. The vase's brow...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Earthenware
Antique Traditional Malaysian Hand-Carved Folk Art Carafe, Early 1900s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Antique traditional Southeast Asian ceramic Labu Sayong water cooler carafe bottle vase with hand-carved graphic and organic decorations. Dark blackish brown gourd shaped shiny piece...
Category
Early 20th Century Malaysian Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Clay, Pottery, Ceramic
Folk Art Wheel Turned Pot with Applied Decoration - Signed - Canada - Circa 1974
Located in Chatham, ON
Vintage folk art glazed studio pottery vase/pot with applied floral decoration - small size - signed & dated on the base - Canada - circa 1974.
Excellent vintage condition - no loss...
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Big Clay Jar from 1800 Sweden in Warm Tones
Located in Forest, BE
Interesting jar from the 19th century. Coming from Sweden and used by folks in the countryside. Warm tones glaze, with nice details to the foot. Very good condition.
Category
Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Clay
WWI Trench Art Vases, French, 1917- Set of 2
Located in Ross, CA
WWI Trench art vases etched with the French Rooster, bows, and the year 1917. Trench art was art commonly made by soldiers with shell casings to pass the time in the trenches of WW...
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1910s French Vintage Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Brass
California Studio Organic Pottery Vessel Brush Pot Vase
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Studio organic pottery vessel brush pot vase with incised Geometric pattern.
A very nice California studio pottery earthenware vase with beautiful grayish blue and brown earth tones.
The vase has a wonderful free form design featuring abstract stroke...
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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Pottery
Moorish Head Matt Vases Collection "Monreale", Set of 3, Handmade in Italy
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...
Category
2010s Italian Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Gold Leaf
Swedish Craft, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1900
Located in High Point, NC
An unglazed terra-cotta earthenware vase designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1900.
Category
Early 1900s Swedish Antique Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Earthenware
Moorish Heads Vases "Agrigento Bordeaux", Handmade in Italy, 2019, Unique Design
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...
Category
2010s Italian Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Gold Leaf
1880s Decorated Salt Glaze Stoneware Jug Stamped 1 MILLER & WOODARD STRASBURG VA
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Nice old decorated salt glaze stoneware jug stamped 1 MILLER & WOODARD STRASBURG VA. There are chips and cracks present, and pictured. "1" gallon capacity mark, cylindrical form with...
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1880s American Antique Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Stoneware
Raku Ceramic Vessel Vase by Bob Green
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Bob Green Southern Folk Art Burnished Raku Vessel
This stunning burnished raku ceramic vessel by Bob Green, a celebrated Southern folk artist, showcases the captivating unpredictabil...
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Early 2000s American Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Italian Faience 18th Century Majolica Riser with Annunciation
Located in Milano, MI
From Central Italy a 18th century Majolica Riser consisting of a flat circular dish with raised edge, resting on a base with a simple shape. The ...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Majolica
Swedish Folk Art Bulb Vase with Floral Motif by Maggie Wibom for Bo Fajans, 1930
By Bo Fajans
Located in Grythyttan, SE
Swedish Folk Art Bulb Vase with Purple and Mustard Yellow Glaze by Maggie Wibom for Bo Fajans, 1930
Bulb-shaped vase featuring a semi-transparent glaze adorned with minuscule purple ...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Stoneware
Moorish Heads Vases Collection "Sciacca", Set of 2 Pieces, Handmade in Italy
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...
Category
2010s Italian Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Gold Leaf
Moorish Heads Vases "Catania Dark Green", Handmade in Italy, 2019, Unique Design
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...
Category
2010s Italian Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Gold Leaf
Vintage Majolica Lidded Jar - Eggplant Form - Hand Painted Leaves - 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Vintage majolica hand painted lidded jar - eggplant form - molded ceramic - unsigned - mid 20th century.
Excellent vintage condition - minor manufacturing flaws consistent with hand...
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Mid-20th Century Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Moorish Heads Vases Collection "Ragusa", Set of 3 Pieces, Handmade in Italy
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...
Category
2010s Italian Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Gold Leaf
Moorish Heads Vases "Catania Dark Gray", Handmade in Italy, 2019, Unique Design
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...
Category
2010s Italian Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Gold Leaf
Mexican Antique One of a Kind Flower Pot Clay Dolores Porras Ceramic Vase
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
Dolores Porras Enríquez is widely known throughout Mexico and the world for being the creator of a technique rooted in the land of Oaxaca: pottery in natural color, glazed and decora...
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1980s Mexican Vintage Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Enamel
Vintage Mexican Enamelware
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this vintage Mexican enamelware, circa 1940.
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1940s Mexican Vintage Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Moorish Head Matt Vases Collection "Carini", Set of 2 Pieces, Handmade in Italy
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...
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2010s Italian Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Gold Leaf
Moorish Heads Vases Collection "Palermo décor", Set of 2, Handmade in Italy
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...
Category
2010s Italian Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Gold Leaf
Moorish Heads Vases "Catania Bronze", Handmade in Italy, 2019, Unique Design
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...
Category
2010s Italian Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Gold Leaf
Moorish Heads Vases Collection "Cool Grey", Set of 4 Pieces, Handmade in Italy
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...
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2010s Italian Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Gold Leaf
Green Swirl Ceramic Touring Pottery Vase
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful green, brown, and cream touring pottery vase. Wide at the bottom, and slim towards the top, this piece will be a fantastic pop of color in any space.
Glazed on the inside in a verdigris blue.
Bottom reads in black:
Made in Cripple Creek...
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20th Century American Folk Art Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Folk Art vases and vessels for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique folk art 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, folk art, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Folk Art vases and vessels made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and Italy 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 Mosche Bianche, Dolores Porras , Berber Tribes of Morocco, and Gouda Pottery. 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 $75 and tops out at $8,052 while the average work can sell for $1,080.