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Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer. 

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Luxury Handcrafted Murano Glass Vase by Maestro del Vetro, 1970s
Luxury Handcrafted Murano Glass Vase by Maestro del Vetro, 1970s

Luxury Handcrafted Murano Glass Vase by Maestro del Vetro, 1970s

$416Sale Price|20% Off

Luxury Handcrafted Murano Glass Vase by Maestro del Vetro, 1970s

Located in Milano, IT

1970s Luxury green handcrafted vase in Murano glass by Maestro del Vetro. Made in Italy. The item is in excellent condition. This vase is handmade in blown glass. Dimension: diam 7,0...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Angelo Mangiarotti Style Biomorphic Freeform White Ceramic Vase 1960s
Angelo Mangiarotti Style Biomorphic Freeform White Ceramic Vase 1960s

Angelo Mangiarotti Style Biomorphic Freeform White Ceramic Vase 1960s

$430

Angelo Mangiarotti Style Biomorphic Freeform White Ceramic Vase 1960s

By Angelo Mangiarotti

Located in San Diego, CA

White Ceramic vase with a ribbon-like structure with freeform, fluid geometry. This piece looks similar to the minimalist aesthetic of Angelo Mangiarotti, specifically his iconic Phi...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Flavio Poli for Seguso Murano Sommerso Glass Vases, Set of 3, Italy, 1950s
Flavio Poli for Seguso Murano Sommerso Glass Vases, Set of 3, Italy, 1950s

Flavio Poli for Seguso Murano Sommerso Glass Vases, Set of 3, Italy, 1950s

$1,757 / set

Flavio Poli for Seguso Murano Sommerso Glass Vases, Set of 3, Italy, 1950s

By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Flavio Poli

Located in Stockholm, SE

A striking and sculptural set of three Murano glass vases designed by Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri d’Arte, Italy, circa 1950. Exemplifying the mastery of the Sommerso (“submerged”) t...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Rörstrand Set of 6 Signed Miniature Vases, Nylund & Stålhane, Lundgren, 1950s
Rörstrand Set of 6 Signed Miniature Vases, Nylund & Stålhane, Lundgren, 1950s

Rörstrand Set of 6 Signed Miniature Vases, Nylund & Stålhane, Lundgren, 1950s

$1,645 / set

Rörstrand Set of 6 Signed Miniature Vases, Nylund & Stålhane, Lundgren, 1950s

By Rörstrand, Bertil Lundgren, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Gunnar Nylund

Located in Stockholm, SE

A rare and beautifully curated set of six signed Rörstrand miniature vases, executed in Sweden during the 1950s, representing the golden era of Scandinavian modern ceramics. Each pie...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Flavio Poli Murano Glass Vase, Sommerso Technique, Green, 1960s
Flavio Poli Murano Glass Vase, Sommerso Technique, Green, 1960s

Flavio Poli Murano Glass Vase, Sommerso Technique, Green, 1960s

$640

Flavio Poli Murano Glass Vase, Sommerso Technique, Green, 1960s

By Flavio Poli

Located in Milano, IT

1960s This striking Murano glass vase, designed by the renowned Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri d'Arte, is a quintessential example of mid-century Italian glassmaking. Showcasing Poli's...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Aldo Londi Linea Series Ceramic Onion Shaped Vase for Bitossi Italy 1950s
Aldo Londi Linea Series Ceramic Onion Shaped Vase for Bitossi Italy 1950s

Aldo Londi Linea Series Ceramic Onion Shaped Vase for Bitossi Italy 1950s

$185

Aldo Londi Linea Series Ceramic Onion Shaped Vase for Bitossi Italy 1950s

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in Miami, FL

Great Mid Century Modern ceramic vessel from the Linea Series by Aldo Londi for Bitossi. This 50s vessel has the typical design of thin vertical stripes of black and light olive gre...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Pottery

Seguso Murano Coral Orange White Opal Italian Art Glass Vanity Perfume Bottle
Seguso Murano Coral Orange White Opal Italian Art Glass Vanity Perfume Bottle

Seguso Murano Coral Orange White Opal Italian Art Glass Vanity Perfume Bottle

$500

Seguso Murano Coral Orange White Opal Italian Art Glass Vanity Perfume Bottle

By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Archimede Seguso

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown opalescent white over coral orange Italian art glass vanity footed perfume bottle. The piece is documented to designer Archimede Seguso. It has be...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Opaline Glass

1950's Aldo Londi Bitossi - Italy for Raymor Tall Blue Fritte Fused Glass Vase
1950's Aldo Londi Bitossi - Italy for Raymor Tall Blue Fritte Fused Glass Vase

1950's Aldo Londi Bitossi - Italy for Raymor Tall Blue Fritte Fused Glass Vase

$3,000

1950's Aldo Londi Bitossi - Italy for Raymor Tall Blue Fritte Fused Glass Vase

By Aldo Londi, Raymor, Bitossi

Located in St. Louis, MO

Impressive Aldo Londi (Italian, 1911-2003) Fritte Vase for Raymor, mid-20th century, Bitossi blue glazed textured ceramic body with fused glass center. Large Circular form with tall ...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Clay

1970s Murano Glass Vase, Space Age Design, Lime Green, Italy
1970s Murano Glass Vase, Space Age Design, Lime Green, Italy

1970s Murano Glass Vase, Space Age Design, Lime Green, Italy

$352Sale Price|20% Off

1970s Murano Glass Vase, Space Age Design, Lime Green, Italy

Located in Milano, IT

1970s Murano glass vase. Featuring a bold, biomorphic "Space Age" silhouette, this Italian masterpiece showcases a vibrant lime green incamiciato (layered) glass technique. A tall, s...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Lalique 'Ladybird' Crystal Vase 1980s
Lalique 'Ladybird' Crystal Vase 1980s

Lalique 'Ladybird' Crystal Vase 1980s

$493

Lalique 'Ladybird' Crystal Vase 1980s

Located in Milano, MI

Crystal vase by Lalique, "Coccinelle" collection, made in the 1980s Ø cm 10.5 h cm 10.5 Lalique is a renowned French luxury glassware and crystal brand, recognized worldwide for it...

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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Crystal

Murano Pink Cased Glass Vase, Optic Swirl Design, Italy, Circa 1970s
Murano Pink Cased Glass Vase, Optic Swirl Design, Italy, Circa 1970s

Murano Pink Cased Glass Vase, Optic Swirl Design, Italy, Circa 1970s

$612

Murano Pink Cased Glass Vase, Optic Swirl Design, Italy, Circa 1970s

By Venini

Located in Glasgow, GB

This Murano pink cased glass vase, produced in Italy in the 1970s, is a finely executed example of vintage Murano glass and Italian art glass, featuring a pronounced optic swirl patt...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Vintage porcelain vase in the style of "Old Paris", China, Mid-20th Century
Vintage porcelain vase in the style of "Old Paris", China, Mid-20th Century

Vintage porcelain vase in the style of "Old Paris", China, Mid-20th Century

$364

Vintage porcelain vase in the style of "Old Paris", China, Mid-20th Century

Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI

Beautiful vintage porcelain vase in the style of "Old Paris". Made in China in mid-20th Century. Gilt swan neck handles to the shoulder, with flared neck, and sitting on a round socl...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

greek vintage VASE by nikos dazelidis, 1960s/70s, signed, space age
greek vintage VASE by nikos dazelidis, 1960s/70s, signed, space age

greek vintage VASE by nikos dazelidis, 1960s/70s, signed, space age

$440

greek vintage VASE by nikos dazelidis, 1960s/70s, signed, space age

Located in Mannheim, DE

Vintage Space Age ceramic vase by the Greek ceramic artist Nikos Dazelidis. 1960s to 1970s. Sculptural form with a hole, matte rough surface. Signed on the bottom. Very good conditi...

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1960s Greek Vintage Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

French Designer, Vase, Ceramic, France, 1960s
French Designer, Vase, Ceramic, France, 1960s

French Designer, Vase, Ceramic, France, 1960s

$1,900

French Designer, Vase, Ceramic, France, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

A brown-glazed ceramic vase designed and produced in France, c. 1960s. Signed "M. Taquet" Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 12.25"H x 9.15"D All items...

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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Carl-Harry Stålhane, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1950s
Carl-Harry Stålhane, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1950s

Carl-Harry Stålhane, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1950s

$2,400

Carl-Harry Stålhane, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1950s

By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand

Located in High Point, NC

A unique brown and green-glazed stoneware vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Mandruzzato Murano Pink Yellow Sommerso Faceted Art Glass Vase, Italy 1960
Mandruzzato Murano Pink Yellow Sommerso Faceted Art Glass Vase, Italy 1960

Mandruzzato Murano Pink Yellow Sommerso Faceted Art Glass Vase, Italy 1960

$1,212Sale Price|20% Off

Mandruzzato Murano Pink Yellow Sommerso Faceted Art Glass Vase, Italy 1960

By Alessandro Mandruzzato

Located in Barcelona, ES

Eye-catching Sommerso Murano faceted vase in Pink yellow and clear glass attributed to Mandruzzato. Italy, 1960s. Pink and yellow glass double cased into clear glass using the Somme...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Flavio Poli Murano Glass Vase, Seguso Design, Italy, 1960s, 3.93\"
Flavio Poli Murano Glass Vase, Seguso Design, Italy, 1960s, 3.93\"

Flavio Poli Murano Glass Vase, Seguso Design, Italy, 1960s, 3.93\"

$680

Flavio Poli Murano Glass Vase, Seguso Design, Italy, 1960s, 3.93\"

By Flavio Poli

Located in Milano, IT

1960s Astonishing vase By Flavio Poli for Seguso in Murano glass. Made in Italy. The item is in excellent condition. Dimensions: diam 3,93 x 9,44 H inches diam 10 cm x 24 H cm

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Sommerso blue Murano glass vase, style Flavio Poli, Italy 1970s
Sommerso blue Murano glass vase, style Flavio Poli, Italy 1970s

Sommerso blue Murano glass vase, style Flavio Poli, Italy 1970s

$517

Sommerso blue Murano glass vase, style Flavio Poli, Italy 1970s

Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI

Original Murano glass vase Sommerso in style Flavio Poli made in Italy in the 1970s. The vintage vase is in good vintage condition. Dimensions: Width: 10 cm / 4 inches Height: 26 c...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Empoli Amber Glass Decanter Set, Wayne Husted, Italy, 1950s
Empoli Amber Glass Decanter Set, Wayne Husted, Italy, 1950s

Empoli Amber Glass Decanter Set, Wayne Husted, Italy, 1950s

$1,704 / set

Empoli Amber Glass Decanter Set, Wayne Husted, Italy, 1950s

By Wayne Husted, Stelvia, Empoli

Located in Valencia, VC

A collection of five Empoli amber glass pieces produced by the Stelvia Glass Workshop in Italy during the 1950s–1960s. Three of the decanters are attributed to designs by American glass artist Wayne Husted, created for the American market. Two examples retain the “Made in Italy” mark often associated with these exports. The group includes four decanters with stoppers and one apothecary or candy jar. All pieces are handmade using the pressed or molded glass technique characteristic of Empoli production, and feature the warm amber tone typical of Stelvia glass from this period. Condition is very good overall. One stopper has a small hairline crack at the base, which is stable and barely visible unless closely examined. Dimensions (tallest to shortest) Decanter: 18.9 in H (48 cm) Decanter: 17.7 in H (45 cm) Candy / apothecary jar: 11.4 in H (29 cm) “Grapes” decanter...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Livio Seguso for Bisazza: A Rare Ruby Scavo Collection
Livio Seguso for Bisazza: A Rare Ruby Scavo Collection

Livio Seguso for Bisazza: A Rare Ruby Scavo Collection

$5,641 / set

Livio Seguso for Bisazza: A Rare Ruby Scavo Collection

By Livio Seguso, Bisazza Vetro

Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence

This unique set of three vessels was designed by Livio Seguso for Bisazza, representing the "Scavo" aesthetic of the 1980s and 1990s. The set comprises a tall vase, a gourd-shaped va...

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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Seguso Vase Murano Glass Sommerso Italian Desiign Mid-Century Modern 1960s
Seguso Vase Murano Glass Sommerso Italian Desiign Mid-Century Modern 1960s

Seguso Vase Murano Glass Sommerso Italian Desiign Mid-Century Modern 1960s

$293

Seguso Vase Murano Glass Sommerso Italian Desiign Mid-Century Modern 1960s

By Flavio Poli

Located in Palermo, IT

Stunning Sommerso Murano faceted vase in Blue and Amber Yellow glass attributed to Mandruzzato. Blue and yellow double layered glass cased into soft blue clear glass using the Sommer...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

German Op Art Bisque Porcelain Vase by Lorenz Hutschenreuther
German Op Art Bisque Porcelain Vase by Lorenz Hutschenreuther

German Op Art Bisque Porcelain Vase by Lorenz Hutschenreuther

$100

German Op Art Bisque Porcelain Vase by Lorenz Hutschenreuther

Located in Fairfield, CA

A mid century bisque porcelain vase, made in Germany by Lorenz Hutschenreuther. Cylindrical shape with an intricate op art relief design to the surface. Matte white glaze to the exte...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

1970s Murano Glass Fazzoletto Vase by Dogi, Handcrafted, Sculptural Design
1970s Murano Glass Fazzoletto Vase by Dogi, Handcrafted, Sculptural Design

1970s Murano Glass Fazzoletto Vase by Dogi, Handcrafted, Sculptural Design

$440Sale Price|20% Off

1970s Murano Glass Fazzoletto Vase by Dogi, Handcrafted, Sculptural Design

Located in Milano, IT

This sophisticated Murano glass vase was handcrafted in Italy during theby the renowned glassmaker Dogi. The piece features a vibrant, translucent blue glass body with a beautifully ...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Murano Art Glass Vase Green and Yellow Organic Form
Murano Art Glass Vase Green and Yellow Organic Form

Murano Art Glass Vase Green and Yellow Organic Form

$528

Murano Art Glass Vase Green and Yellow Organic Form

Located in Marinha Grande, PT

Elegant Italian Murano art glass vase. Executed using the traditional Sommerso technique, the piece features a luminous gradient of opaline yellow and vivid green encased in clear gl...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Mid-Century Modern Glass Vase, Blue, Scandinavian Design, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Glass Vase, Blue, Scandinavian Design, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Glass Vase, Blue, Scandinavian Design, 1960s

$352

Mid-Century Modern Glass Vase, Blue, Scandinavian Design, 1960s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Scandinavian Glass Vase, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969. Additional information: Materials: Glass Style: Mid-Century Modern Color: Blue Item Type:...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

VENINI Lady Purple Murano Glass, Signed 2016, handmade in Italy
VENINI Lady Purple Murano Glass, Signed 2016, handmade in Italy

VENINI Lady Purple Murano Glass, Signed 2016, handmade in Italy

$699

VENINI Lady Purple Murano Glass, Signed 2016, handmade in Italy

By Venini, Leonardo Ranucci

Located in Venezia, IT

Venini Lady vase (2016) signed on the base, and accompanied by its original Venini box and paperwork. The gently flared rim and balanced proportions enhance the richness of the colo...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Swedish Modern - Large pewter vase - Ernst Svedbom, Svenskt Tenn 1960's
Swedish Modern - Large pewter vase - Ernst Svedbom, Svenskt Tenn 1960's

Swedish Modern - Large pewter vase - Ernst Svedbom, Svenskt Tenn 1960's

$1,057

Swedish Modern - Large pewter vase - Ernst Svedbom, Svenskt Tenn 1960's

By Svenskt Tenn

Located in Stockholm, SE

Elegant pewter vase designed by Ernst Svedbom for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, circa 1960s. This beautifully balanced vessel features a classical amphora form with sweeping sculptural handl...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Pewter

Vintage Blue Ceramic Vase by Bassano, Italy 1970s
Vintage Blue Ceramic Vase by Bassano, Italy 1970s

Vintage Blue Ceramic Vase by Bassano, Italy 1970s

$329

Vintage Blue Ceramic Vase by Bassano, Italy 1970s

By Bassano

Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI

The vintage ceramic vase from Bassano is made in Chinese antique technique. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Bassano ceramics (also known as "Bassano del Grappa") is a traditional Italian...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Vincenzo Nason Murano Sommerso Pink Faceted Art Glass Vase, Italy 1960
Vincenzo Nason Murano Sommerso Pink Faceted Art Glass Vase, Italy 1960

Vincenzo Nason Murano Sommerso Pink Faceted Art Glass Vase, Italy 1960

$1,028

Vincenzo Nason Murano Sommerso Pink Faceted Art Glass Vase, Italy 1960

By Vincenzo Nason & Cie, Mandruzzato

Located in Barcelona, ES

Excellent Sommerso vase with faceted glass in smoke pink color. Designed by Vincenzo Nason for Mandruzzato, Italy, 1960s. Pale pink glass cased into clear glass using the Sommerso t...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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

Lino Sabattini Persepoli Collezione Vase Signed Italy 1960s
Lino Sabattini Persepoli Collezione Vase Signed Italy 1960s

Lino Sabattini Persepoli Collezione Vase Signed Italy 1960s

$500

Lino Sabattini Persepoli Collezione Vase Signed Italy 1960s

By Lino Sabattini

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Lino Sabattini "Persepoli" Collezione vase made in Italy, circa the 1960s. The silver-plated vase is signed with Lino Sabattini's signature at the bottom right side and is marked "Pe...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Metal

Murano Glass Vase Decorative Object Made in Italy 1960s/70s Mid-Century Modern
Murano Glass Vase Decorative Object Made in Italy 1960s/70s Mid-Century Modern

Murano Glass Vase Decorative Object Made in Italy 1960s/70s Mid-Century Modern

$399

Murano Glass Vase Decorative Object Made in Italy 1960s/70s Mid-Century Modern

Located in Palermo, IT

Stunning cased glass vase, in a light green shade. Shaped body, circular mouth, circular base. Please watch the video and photos carefully, thank you. Weight: 1.400 Kg Mouth diamet...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Scandinavian Mid-century modern vintage pottery vases from Tilgmans, Sweden
Scandinavian Mid-century modern vintage pottery vases from Tilgmans, Sweden

Scandinavian Mid-century modern vintage pottery vases from Tilgmans, Sweden

$523 / set

Scandinavian Mid-century modern vintage pottery vases from Tilgmans, Sweden

By Tilgmans Keramik

Located in Skarpnäck, SE

A fantastic pair of large ceramic vases by Tilgmans, Sweden. Tilgmans is celebrated for its masterful use of graffito decoration, a signature technique that defines these striking pi...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

VENINI vase Fazzoletto Aquamarine & Green Murano Glass 90th, Signed 2011
VENINI vase Fazzoletto Aquamarine & Green Murano Glass 90th, Signed 2011

VENINI vase Fazzoletto Aquamarine & Green Murano Glass 90th, Signed 2011

$763

VENINI vase Fazzoletto Aquamarine & Green Murano Glass 90th, Signed 2011

By Fulvio Bianconi, Venini

Located in Venezia, IT

Timeless Venini Fazzoletto vase, model 700.02 90th anniversary, in Aquamarine and Green opalino glass, diamond-engraved Venini 2011 with box and paperwork. Hand-blown and shaped free...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Beige Mid-Century Fat Lava Vase, Studio Ceramic by Ruscha 1970s, Western Germany
Beige Mid-Century Fat Lava Vase, Studio Ceramic by Ruscha 1970s, Western Germany

Beige Mid-Century Fat Lava Vase, Studio Ceramic by Ruscha 1970s, Western Germany

$105

Beige Mid-Century Fat Lava Vase, Studio Ceramic by Ruscha 1970s, Western Germany

By Ruscha, Kurt Tschörner

Located in Andernach, DE

A beautiful stylish piece of art by Ruscha Keramik, West Germany around 1970. Attributed to the hands of Kurt Tschörner and a typical 70s design. Beige to light brown hues of ''fat l...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Aquamarine Vase by Ca dei Vetrai, Handmade Murano Glass, Italy, 1970
Aquamarine Vase by Ca dei Vetrai, Handmade Murano Glass, Italy, 1970

Aquamarine Vase by Ca dei Vetrai, Handmade Murano Glass, Italy, 1970

$309Sale Price|20% Off

Aquamarine Vase by Ca dei Vetrai, Handmade Murano Glass, Italy, 1970

Located in Milano, IT

Gorgeous aquamarine vase by Ca dei Vetrai, handmade in Murano glass. This vase is in excellent condition. Made in Italy. Vase diameter 7,87 x 12,99 height inches. Vase diameter 20 cm...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

1970s Blue Vase by Jean Close for Michielotto, Italy - Excellent
1970s Blue Vase by Jean Close for Michielotto, Italy - Excellent

1970s Blue Vase by Jean Close for Michielotto, Italy - Excellent

$490

1970s Blue Vase by Jean Close for Michielotto, Italy - Excellent

Located in Milano, IT

1970s Astonishing blue vase by Jean Close' for Michielotto. Made in Italy. The item is in excellent condition and signed with the Jean Close' Atelier label. Dimension: diam 6,29 x 15...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vase by Ca dei Vetrai, Italy, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vase by Ca dei Vetrai, Italy, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vase by Ca dei Vetrai, Italy, 1960s

$328Sale Price|20% Off

Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vase by Ca dei Vetrai, Italy, 1960s

Located in Milano, IT

1960s Astonishing green vase by Ca dei Vetrai in Murano glass. Made in Italy. The item is in excellent condition. Dimension: diameter 7,87 x 11,41 H inches diameter cm 20 x cm 29 H

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Mid-Century Pewter Carafe Vase with Teak Handle, 1960s
Mid-Century Pewter Carafe Vase with Teak Handle, 1960s

Mid-Century Pewter Carafe Vase with Teak Handle, 1960s

$938

Mid-Century Pewter Carafe Vase with Teak Handle, 1960s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Pewter Carafe Vase with Teak Handle from K.M.D. Tiel Royal Holland Pewter, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece h...

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20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Metal

Italian Murano Blue Scavo Vase Roman Style Italian Art Glass
Italian Murano Blue Scavo Vase Roman Style Italian Art Glass

Italian Murano Blue Scavo Vase Roman Style Italian Art Glass

$446

Italian Murano Blue Scavo Vase Roman Style Italian Art Glass

By Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Cenedese Scavo, Cenedese, Franco Moretti, Archimede Seguso

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

This vintage Murano Scavo vase in cobalt blue captures the essence of Italian glass artistry. The Scavo technique gives it a weathered, ancient look, reminiscent of artifacts from an...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Bohemian Red Ruby Cut to Clear Crystal Glass Vase – Starburst and Lattice Motif
Bohemian Red Ruby Cut to Clear Crystal Glass Vase – Starburst and Lattice Motif

Bohemian Red Ruby Cut to Clear Crystal Glass Vase – Starburst and Lattice Motif

$253Sale Price|20% Off

Bohemian Red Ruby Cut to Clear Crystal Glass Vase – Starburst and Lattice Motif

Located in Bochum, NRW

This Bohemian Red Ruby Cut to Clear Crystal Vase is a breathtaking example of traditional European glass artistry. Featuring a rich ruby hue contrasted by precision-cut clear crystal...

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Crystal

Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Pitcher By Fratelli Fanciullacci Italy
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Pitcher By Fratelli Fanciullacci Italy

Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Pitcher By Fratelli Fanciullacci Italy

$458

Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Pitcher By Fratelli Fanciullacci Italy

By Fratelli Fanciullacci

Located in Bochum, NRW

Beautiful pottery jug/handled vase, Italy late 1950s-1960s. Signed. A stunning form and décor, body shaped as a jug, glossy white spray-glaze has a mottled texture, decorated using ...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Joke Stroes Vase, Mobach, the Netherlands, Late 20th Century
Joke Stroes Vase, Mobach, the Netherlands, Late 20th Century

Joke Stroes Vase, Mobach, the Netherlands, Late 20th Century

$364

Joke Stroes Vase, Mobach, the Netherlands, Late 20th Century

By Mobach

Located in MAASTRICHT, LI

Product description This ceramic vase was made by Joke Stroes, a Dutch ceramicist working for Mobach (Utrecht) in after 1966. In the beginning of her career Joke worked for Westraven...

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Late 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Earthenware

Dümler & Breiden Ceramic Cachepot with Sgraffito Décor, 1950s
Dümler & Breiden Ceramic Cachepot with Sgraffito Décor, 1950s

Dümler & Breiden Ceramic Cachepot with Sgraffito Décor, 1950s

$622

Dümler & Breiden Ceramic Cachepot with Sgraffito Décor, 1950s

By Dümler & Breiden, West German Pottery

Located in Valencia, VC

Large Dümler & Breiden West German Ceramic Bowl / Cachepot with Sgraffito Décor, 1950s A very beautiful and sculptural large ceramic bowl or cachepot by Dümler & Breiden, ha...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware, Terracotta

Mid Century Murano Sommerso Glass Vase - Italy - Circa 1950's
Mid Century Murano Sommerso Glass Vase - Italy - Circa 1950's

Mid Century Murano Sommerso Glass Vase - Italy - Circa 1950's

$690

Mid Century Murano Sommerso Glass Vase - Italy - Circa 1950's

By Flavio Poli

Located in Chatham, ON

Mid Century Murano Sommerso art glass vase - featuring a red interior and clear glass casing - flat polished base - unsigned - Italy - circa 1950's. Excellent vintage condition - no...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Rare Tapio Wirkkala Rosenthal Studio Line White Op Art Porcelain Vase
Rare Tapio Wirkkala Rosenthal Studio Line White Op Art Porcelain Vase

Rare Tapio Wirkkala Rosenthal Studio Line White Op Art Porcelain Vase

$458

Rare Tapio Wirkkala Rosenthal Studio Line White Op Art Porcelain Vase

By Rosenthal, Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

This elegant white porcelain vase was designed by the renowned Finnish designer Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal Studio Line, Germany. Characteristic of Wirkkala’s refined and sculptural...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

Jean Gerbino, Vallauris, France, Ceramic Mosaic Shaped Vase Snowflake Motif Vase
Jean Gerbino, Vallauris, France, Ceramic Mosaic Shaped Vase Snowflake Motif Vase

Jean Gerbino, Vallauris, France, Ceramic Mosaic Shaped Vase Snowflake Motif Vase

$612

Jean Gerbino, Vallauris, France, Ceramic Mosaic Shaped Vase Snowflake Motif Vase

By Jean Gerbino

Located in Rothley, Leicestershire

Jean Gerbino for Vallauris, France, ceramic glazed mosaic, shaped vase with snowflake motif In exceptional original condition Circa 1960's Signed Gerbino to base Height 4.5 inch, Di...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Flavio Poli Large Centerpiece in Murano Emerald and Amber Glass, Italy 1960
Flavio Poli Large Centerpiece in Murano Emerald and Amber Glass, Italy 1960

Flavio Poli Large Centerpiece in Murano Emerald and Amber Glass, Italy 1960

$646

Flavio Poli Large Centerpiece in Murano Emerald and Amber Glass, Italy 1960

By Flavio Poli

Located in Roma, IT

Marvelous mid-century Murano large centerpiece in mouth-blown sommerso Murano glass in a stunning light emeral and amber color. This elegant and highly sculptural piece was designed...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Boldly Shaped, Jean Gerbino, Vallauris, France, Ceramic Neriage Baluster Vase
Boldly Shaped, Jean Gerbino, Vallauris, France, Ceramic Neriage Baluster Vase

Boldly Shaped, Jean Gerbino, Vallauris, France, Ceramic Neriage Baluster Vase

$1,020

Boldly Shaped, Jean Gerbino, Vallauris, France, Ceramic Neriage Baluster Vase

By Jean Gerbino

Located in Rothley, Leicestershire

Boldly shaped, Jean Gerbino for Vallauris, France, ceramic glazed neriage baluster vase of earth tones A remarkable piece of craft from Gerbino. Fabulous shape. Circa 1960's Signed G...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Murano glass Vase. Web design of Cobalt-Aquamarine Murrine, Vittorio Ferro Style
Murano glass Vase. Web design of Cobalt-Aquamarine Murrine, Vittorio Ferro Style

Murano glass Vase. Web design of Cobalt-Aquamarine Murrine, Vittorio Ferro Style

$2,115

Murano glass Vase. Web design of Cobalt-Aquamarine Murrine, Vittorio Ferro Style

By Fratelli Toso

Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence

Enchanting Murrine Vase with a complex web of Murrine. Looking carefully these are squared Murrine with an design of a rose. The Murrinas are made of Cobalt blue and acquamarine, the...

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1880s Italian Antique Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine

Colossi, giant Murano glass vases. Maestro collection. Piattelli design. Signed
Colossi, giant Murano glass vases. Maestro collection. Piattelli design. Signed

Colossi, giant Murano glass vases. Maestro collection. Piattelli design. Signed

$5,212 / set

Colossi, giant Murano glass vases. Maestro collection. Piattelli design. Signed

By Silvio Piattelli

Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence

I Colossi – Black Rosette vases The I Colossi are a group of Murano vases, part of the ongoing Maestro collection, created in collaboration with the glass artist E. Colizza. Each p...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Gold Leaf

Modernist Japanese White Pyramid Ikebana Vase, Japan, 20th Century
Modernist Japanese White Pyramid Ikebana Vase, Japan, 20th Century

Modernist Japanese White Pyramid Ikebana Vase, Japan, 20th Century

$100Sale Price|20% Off

Modernist Japanese White Pyramid Ikebana Vase, Japan, 20th Century

By Toyo

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Modernist Japanese White Pyramid Ikebana Vase, Japan, 20th Century.

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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Big Murano Glass Vase
Mid-Century Modern Big Murano Glass Vase

Mid-Century Modern Big Murano Glass Vase

$464

Mid-Century Modern Big Murano Glass Vase

By Murano Glass Sommerso

Located in Waddinxveen, ZH

Beautiful purple and green Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano glass vase. This piece is a tall one and the weight is 2 kilos

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass, Murano Glass

Mid-century Modern vases and vessels for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern 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 ceramic, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern vases and vessels made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Germany 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 Scheurich Keramik, Rörstrand, Bitossi, and Venini. 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 $44 and tops out at $114,459 while the average work can sell for $803.

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