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Minimalist Vases and Vessels

MINIMALIST STYLE

A revival in the popularity of authentic Minimalist furniture is rooted in history while reflecting the needs and tastes of the 21st century. Designer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s aphorism that “less is more” influenced the evolution of 20th-century interiors with an emphasis on function and order. This was a shift from the 19th century, with its lavish Victorian decorating, and was spread around the world through design styles including Bauhaus and brutalism.

Yet Minimalism was present in furniture design long before the clean lines of modernism, such as in the simple and elegant utility of Shaker furniture. Although the Minimalist art movement of the 1960s and ’70s had little crossover with furniture design, artist Donald Judd was inspired by the Shakers in creating his own spare daybeds and tables from sturdy wood. (Judd, whose advocacy of symmetry also informed his architectural projects, furnished his Manhattan loft with unassuming but poetic works by iconic modernist designers such as Gerrit Rietveld and Alvar Aalto.)

Understatement rather than ornamentation and open space instead of clutter are central themes for a Minimalist living room and bedroom. As opposed to Maximalism, the focus for Minimalist furniture and decor is on simplicity and considering the design and purpose of every object.

Furnishings are usually made in neutral or monochrome colors and pared down to their essentials — think nesting coffee tables, sectional sofas and accent pieces such as ottomans. And Minimalist ceramics can help achieve a decor that is both timeless and of the moment. The organic textures and personalization of handmade craftsmanship associated with these works have served as a sort of anti-Internet to screen-weary decorators. That said, while the thoughtful ergonomics of Scandinavian modern furniture, with its handcrafted teak frames, are at home in Minimalist spaces, so are the quietly striking pieces by Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa that employ industrial materials like stainless steel, aluminum and plastic.

Minimalist furniture is not for making flashy statements; it boasts subdued appeal and excels at harmonizing with any room. And, as it encompasses many different movements and eras of design, it also never goes out of style, owing to its tasteful refinement.

Find a collection of Minimalist tables, seating, lighting and more furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Minimalist
Vintage German Minimalist Porcelain Vase from Thomas, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage German Minimalist Porcelain Vase from Thomas, 1970s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1970 to 1979 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: Ce...
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20th Century German Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Korean Celadon Vase with Cranes in Flight
Located in Chicago, IL
Korean celadon pottery, known as cheongja, was perfected during the Goryeo dynasty (918 to 1392), when Korean kilns began emulating the turquois...
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Late 20th Century North Korean Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Vintage Italian Ceramic Decorative Bottle by Bruno Gambone (circa 1990s) - Large
Located in London, GB
Italian ceramic decorative bottle by Bruno Gambone (circa 1990s). This sculptural work consists of a rectangular body with soft, curvy shoulders leading to a graceful, elongated neck...
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1990s Italian Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Handbuilt Organic Modern Ceramic Moon Vase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Handbuilt organic modern vase made from a groggy clay body covered layers of glossy and matte white glaze. Each vase is made by hand in our Brooklyn studio, and no two are ever exactly alike. The moon...
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2010s American Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Handbuilt Organic Modern Ceramic Moon Vase with Lava Glaze
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Handbuilt organic modern moon vase made from a groggy clay body covered layers of glossy and matte white glaze, and a heavily textured lava glaze. Each vase is made by hand in our Br...
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2010s American Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Large Minimalist Two Tone Brass & Bronze Vase / Candle Holder by Michael Aram
Located in San Diego, CA
A large minimalist two tone brass and bronze vase / candle holder signed by Michael Aram, circa 1980s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with a nice patina and measures 11....
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Brass, Bronze

21st Century ‘Krater N°4’, in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
A part of a captivating new line blending ancient Greek pottery with contemporary design, the ‘Krater N°4’ vase showcases delicate blue underglaze illustrations and seashells' sculpt...
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2010s European Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Clay, Stoneware

Petite Celadon Bud Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
Described in ancient Chinese texts as the “moon dyed with spring water,” celadon ceramics are prized for their well-proportioned forms and luminous blue-green glazes. This vintage ce...
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Late 20th Century Thai Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

21st Century ‘Volute’, in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
A part of a captivating new line blending ancient Greek pottery with contemporary design, the ‘Volute’ vase showcases delicate black underglaze illustrations that harmonize tradition...
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2010s European Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Clay, Stoneware

21st Century ‘Krater N°2’, in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
A part of a captivating new line blending ancient Greek pottery with contemporary design, the ‘Krater N°2’ vase showcases delicate blue underglaze illustrations that harmonize tradit...
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2010s European Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Clay, Stoneware

21st Century ‘Greek Coupe’, in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
A part of a captivating new line blending ancient Greek pottery with contemporary design, the ‘Greek Coupe’ vase showcases delicate blue underglaze illustrations that harmonize tradi...
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2010s European Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Clay, Stoneware

21st Century ‘Artemis - Black’, in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
A part of a captivating new line blending ancient Greek pottery with contemporary design, the ‘Artemis - Black’ vase showcases delicate blue underglaze illustrations of a face that h...
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2010s European Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Clay, Stoneware

21st Century ‘Krater N°3’, in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
A part of a captivating new line blending ancient Greek pottery with contemporary design, the ‘Krater N°3’ vase showcases delicate blue underglaze illustrations that harmonize tradit...
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2010s European Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Clay, Stoneware

21st Century ‘Krater N°1’, in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
A part of a captivating new line blending ancient Greek pottery with contemporary design, the ‘Greek Krater’ vase showcases delicate blue underglaze illustrations that harmonize trad...
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2010s European Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Clay, Stoneware

Celadon Cloud Meiping Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
Described in ancient Chinese texts as the “moon dyed with spring water,” celadon ceramics are prized for their well-proportioned forms and luminous blue-green glazes. This vintage ce...
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Late 20th Century Thai Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

21st Century ‘Dal Negative Circles Black', White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
‘Dal Negative Circles Black’ ceramic vase This vase is part of a new series inspired by iconic Art (and more precisely paintings) movements. Here is our DAL model with motifs base...
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2010s European Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Clay, Stoneware

Crackle Celadon Kitchen Jar
Located in Chicago, IL
Described in ancient Chinese texts as the “moon dyed with spring water,” celadon ceramics are prized for their well-proportioned forms and luminous blue-green glazes. This vintage ce...
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Late 20th Century Thai Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Royal Haeger Large Mauve Pink Vase
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Royal Haeger mauve pink vase has graceful, traditional shape and monochromatic semi-glossy glaze. This large size, minimalistic vase will look great on its own or paired with other ...
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Pottery

21st Century ‘Greek Column’, in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
A part of a captivating new line blending ancient Greek pottery with contemporary design, the ‘Greek Column’ vase showcases delicate blue underglaze illustrations that harmonize trad...
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2010s European Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Clay, Stoneware

21st Century ‘Chytra’, in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
A part of a captivating new line blending ancient Greek pottery with contemporary design, the ‘Chyrta’ vase showcases delicate blue underglaze illustrations and ribbons that harmoniz...
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2010s European Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Clay, Stoneware

Etched Celadon Pomegranate Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
Described in ancient Chinese texts as the “moon dyed with spring water,” celadon ceramics are prized for their well-proportioned forms and luminous blue-green glazes. This vintage ce...
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Late 20th Century Thai Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

21st Century ‘Greek [L]’, in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
A part of a captivating triptych blending ancient Greek pottery with contemporary design, the ‘Greek [L]’ vase showcases delicate blue underglaze illustrations that harmonize traditi...
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2010s European Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Clay, Stoneware

21st Century ‘Greek Pitcher N°2’, in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
A part of a captivating new line blending ancient Greek pottery with contemporary design, the ‘Greek Pitcher N°2’ vase showcases delicate blue underglaze illustrations that harmonize...
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2010s European Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Clay, Stoneware

Handbuilt Organic Modern Large Ceramic Moon Vase with Lava Glaze
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Handbuilt organic modern vase made from a groggy clay body covered layers of glossy and matte white glaze, with a heavily textured glaze on top. Each vase is made by hand in our Broo...
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2010s American Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

21st Century Ellipse N°2 Vase in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
Ellipse 2 - White Hand-crafted in our studio in France. H: 20 CM / L: 24 CM H: 7.8 INCH. / L: 9.4 INCH. - Stoneware fired at high temperature finished with transparent glossy glaz...
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2010s European Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Clay, Stoneware

21st Century ‘Greek [M]’, in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
A part of a captivating triptych blending ancient Greek pottery with contemporary design, the ‘Greek [M]’ vase showcases delicate blue underglaze illustrations that harmonize traditi...
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2010s European Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Clay, Stoneware

21st Century Ellipse N°1 Vase in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
ELLIPSE 1 - WHITE Hand-crafted in our studio in France. H: 22.5 CM / L: 29 CM H: 10 INCH. / L: 11.4 INCH. - Stoneware fired at high temperature finished with transparent glossy gl...
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2010s European Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Clay, Stoneware

Vintage German Space Age Planter, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Minimalist Space Age plant box made of plastic. The interrupted, lower edge of the box acts like an integrated base that puts the box off the ground over a shadow joint. Additional...
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20th Century German Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Plastic

Handcrafted Glass Vase, Madame Small, Kanz Architetti
By kanz
Located in Venezia, Veneto
The Madame collection reinterprets traditional Venetian vases, their refined details and delicate colors. The shape comes from the decomposition and composition of the typical flarin...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Glass

21st Century ‘Organic Fusion N°1’ Plate, in White Ceramic, Handcrafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
'Organic Fusion N°1' Handmade Ceramic Plate / Bowl The 'Organic Fusion N°1' plate is a versatile and functional piece that goes beyond traditional tableware. It features several s...
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2010s European Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Clay, Stoneware

Brass Vase, Brazilian Contemporary Style
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Yugen means a deep inner feeling, an expression of depth, the untranslated mystery, the incomprehensible and the abstract in all artistic activities. According to the Japanese, Yugen...
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2010s Brazilian Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Brass

Chinese Crackle Celadon Pear Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
Described in ancient Chinese texts as the “moon dyed with spring water,” celadon porcelains are prized for their well-proportioned forms and luminous blue-green glazes. This contempo...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

Petite Celadon Water Pot
Located in Chicago, IL
Described in ancient Chinese texts as the “moon dyed with spring water,” celadon ceramics are prized for their well-proportioned forms and luminous blue-green glazes. This vintage ce...
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Late 20th Century Thai Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Vintage German Space Age Planter from Bauform-Wohnform, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Minimalist Space Age plant box made of plastic. The interrupted, lower edge of the box acts like an integrated base that puts the box off the ground over a shadow joint. This piece ...
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20th Century German Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Plastic

Chinese Crackle Celadon Pear Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
Described in ancient Chinese texts as the “moon dyed with spring water,” celadon porcelains are prized for their well-proportioned forms and luminous blue-green glazes. This contempo...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

Handbuilt Organic Modern Ceramic Moon Vase with Metallic Bronze Glaze
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Handbuilt organic modern vase made from a groggy clay body and a metallic bronze glaze. Each vase is made by hand in our Brooklyn studio, and no two are ever exactly alike. All dimen...
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2010s American Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Early 19th C Italian Marble Vessel
Located in Nijlen, BE
This 19th century Italian mortar is exceptionally large, beautifully carved in marble and has stood the test of time. A beige marble with a greyish tou...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Marble

Handbuilt Organic Modern Large Ceramic Moon Vase with Lava Glaze
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Handbuilt organic modern vase made from a groggy clay body covered layers of glossy and matte white glaze, with a heavily textured lava glaze on top. Each vase is made by hand in our...
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2010s American Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Vintage West German Pottery WGP Minimalist Vase from Scheurich 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage West German Pottery WGP Minimalist Vase from Scheurich, 1970s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1970 to 1979 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Mat...
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20th Century German Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Set of 2 Vintage German Wormser Terra-Sigillata Pottery Vase
Located in Hamburg, DE
Wormser Samian, dimensions: H: 20 / 23.5 cm. This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: Ceramic Color: Brown Styles: Minimalist Period: 1970s Country of ...
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20th Century German Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Postmodern Minimalist Ceramic Vase from ASA Selection, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Postmodern Minimalist Ceramic Vase from ASA Selection, 1980s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: C...
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20th Century German Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Chinese Crackle Celadon Phoenix Tail Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
Described in ancient Chinese texts as the “moon dyed with spring water,” celadon porcelains are prized for their well-proportioned forms and luminous blue-green glazes. This contempo...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

Cobalt Bottleneck Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
Drawing on a long Chinese tradition of monochrome ceramics, this tall gooseneck vase is coated in a deep blue glaze, reminiscent of a dark night sky. The vase features a rounded, glo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

1970s Sabattini Style Minimalist Silver Plated Italian Vase
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Chic 1970s Italian Minimalist silver plated Vase in Sabattini Style Introduce a touch of sophisticated Italian design to your home with this striking silver-plated vase, embodying th...
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Late 20th Century Italian Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Silver Plate

Petite Celadon Bud Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
Described in ancient Chinese texts as the “moon dyed with spring water,” celadon ceramics are prized for their well-proportioned forms and luminous blue-green glazes. This vintage ce...
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Late 20th Century Thai Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

1990s Postmodern Ceramic Multi Face Art Vase Signed-A Pair
Located in Bensalem, PA
Pair of TMS Inc Multi face vases VITRUVIAN COLLECTION Each artistic design expresses the harmonization of the relationship between parts of the body w...
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1990s American Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Large Glass Factice Truth by Calvin Klein
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly large and iconic glass factice by Calvin Klein. This factice follows the iconic fragrance bottle legacy that is his fragrance Truth. The large scale of this piece is softe...
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1990s French Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Glass

6th Century B.C. Phoenician Wine Vessel
Located in Atlanta, GA
This vessel is inspired by ancient Phoenician forms yet reimagined through a minimalist, modern lens—creating a striking silhouette that feels both timeless and architectural. Hand-s...
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2010s American Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Plaster

21st Century ‘Chain’, in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
A captivating addition to our new line, blending ancient Greek pottery with contemporary design, the ‘Chain’ vase features a delicate stoneware tone-on-tone handmade chain that harmo...
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2010s European Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Clay, Stoneware

Italian Cylindrical Ceramic Vase by Bruno Gambone, circa 1970s, Large
Located in London, GB
Stunningly tall cylindrical ceramic vase with single, amphora-style handle and Eastern motif on an elegant beige earthenware surface, by Bruno Gambone (circa 1970s). This substantial...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Italian Midcentury Decorative Ceramic Jug by Bruno Gambone, circa 1970s
Located in London, GB
Italian ceramic decorative pitcher / vase by Bruno Gambone (circa 1970s). Just as our other Bruno Gambone vessels do, this one too has a purity of form, muted hue and demonstrated, e...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Large Murano style glass Vase
Located in Dallas, TX
This listing features a large vase made from Murano glass with an orange yellow body and delicate cream white dots all over, which closely resemble a strawberry. Murano glass dates...
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20th Century Italian Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Chinese Stone Courtyard Trough, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Once a common sight in courtyards throughout rural China, this textured stone vessel was used as a grain or water trough for chickens and other barnyard fowl. Chiseled from a block o...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Limestone

21st Century 'Flowers Pattern' Vase in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
‘Flowers Pattern’ Handmade White Ceramic Vase This vase is part of a new series inspired by iconic Art (and more precisely paintings) movements. Here is our Lune [M] model with moti...
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2010s European Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Clay, Stoneware

Provincial Chinese Clay Vessel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Sculpted during the early 20th century in China's Shanxi province, this clay vessel has a smoky grey exterior with balanced proportions and a beautifully irregular unglazed surface. ...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Earthenware

21st Century ‘Fern’, in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
A part of a captivating new line blending ancient Greek pottery with contemporary design, the ‘Fern’ vase showcases delicate black underglaze illustrations t...
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2010s European Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Clay, Stoneware

Seattle Planter Umbrella Holder by Jonathan Nesci in Wax Polished Aluminum Plate
Located in Columbus, IN
Seattle planter umbrella stand/planter made in quarter-inch waxed aluminum. The bottom of the umbrella side slants slightly towards removable planter opening for a little watering help on rainy days. Included is a galvanized steel planter box for the base. Produced for The New, the inaugural show of Volume...
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2010s American Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Aluminum

21st Century 'Rounds Pattern' Vase in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
‘Rounds Pattern’ Handmade White Ceramic Vase This vase is part of a new series inspired by iconic Art (and more precisely paintings) movement...
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2010s European Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Clay, Stoneware

Chinese Stone Kitchen Mortar, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
Carved from a single block of granite, this stone vessel is an early 19th century mortar once used in a Chinese kitchen to grind spices, herbs, and other condiments. Chisel marks tex...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Granite

Full Moon Jar in Black Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Full moon jar Cream lacquer (60 coats) Copper base Hand repousse Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Lacquer is a laborious and time-consuming process. After it...
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2010s Unknown Minimalist Vases and Vessels

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Copper

Minimalist vases and vessels for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Minimalist 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, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, clay and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Minimalist vases and vessels made in a specific country, there are Europe, Asia, 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 Inhee Ma, Lana Kova , kanz, and Tugce Sonmez Evin. 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 $55 and tops out at $21,025 while the average work can sell for $564.

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