Modern Vases and Vessels
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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Style: Modern
In-Stock, White Organic Vase, Kawa Vase 19, sculptural ceramic abstract
By Luft Tanaka
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Kawa Vase 19
Made by casting liquid clay into sewn leather molds, all pieces in the Kawa Series are one-of-a-kind.
4" dia. x 11" h
1 unit in stock. Ships in 5-7 days.
Kawa Seri...
Category
2010s American Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain
Gaetano Pesce Clear Special XL Vase Resin Yellow, Ruby, Pink, Fuchsia
Located in barasso, IT
Clear special extra color vase - Matt Warm Yellow, Dark Ruby, Clear Pink, Matt Fuchsia
Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection.
Measures: XL ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Resin
21st Century Esker Vase in Biscuit Porcelain by POL
By JCP UNIVERSE
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
"The unworldly beauty of ceramic in a sculpture by POL, realized exclusively for JCP Universe. Esker is a line of biscuit porcelain vases built with the rubble of ceramic factories. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Porcelain
Hana W Mini Vase Raku Ceramic, Smoked Raku, Handmade Home Decor Gift
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Hana W ~ 花 Flower
Our Hana W mini raku vase is an expression of a classical vase shape in a miniature form. This vase makes for an adorable gift or a tabletop decorative piece that...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Copper
Raaquu Hoseki Raku Pottery Vase - Full Copper Matte - Handmade Ceramic, Malaysia
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Hoseki ( 宝石 ) ~ (n) gem
The Hoseki Vase is named “gem” in Japanese for its slightly angular shape. Wide-mouthed with a textured finish and soft edges, it adds a classy touch to any ...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Copper
Blue and White Porcelain Vase by Ivan Weiss for Royal Copenhagen, 1980s
By Ivan Weiss
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Modern porcelain vase with blue decor designed by the danish ceramist Ivan Weiss and manufactured by Royal Copenhagen during the 1980s. Fully ...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Porcelain
Ceramic Giraffe Jug , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Giraffe Jug Hand Painted by Jabu Nene and Sculpted by Motsamai Sello from Love Art Ceramic
This exquisite Giraffe Jug is a stunning piece of decorative art crafted in South Africa b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Hana W Mini Vase Raku Ceramic - Half Copper Matte - Handmade Home Decor Gift
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Hana W ~ 花 Flower
Our Hana W mini raku vase is an expression of a classical vase shape in a miniature form. This vase makes for an adorable gift or a tabletop decorative piece that...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Copper
Rosenthal Versace Flat Plate, "Les Tresors de la Me" decoration, "Ikarus"
Located in Madrid, ES
Rosenthal Versace Flat Plate,
"Les Tresors de la Me" decoration, "Ikarus" shape by Paul Wunderlich,
porcelain, white body, with polychrome and gold-painted shell decoration, black ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Tessellated Marble and Brass Vases
Located in London, GB
A pair of tessellated marble with brass inlay vases by Maitland Smith.
A very elegant and stylised pair with stepped design with brass banded inlay.
G...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Marble, Brass
Contemporary Gaetano Pesce Indian Summer L Vase Soft Resin Fuchsia Ocean Blue
Located in barasso, IT
Indian Summer vase, clear light fuchsia and matt ocean blue.
Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection.
Measures: L ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Resin
Tsuchi Raku Mini Planter Pot Set of 3 - Carbon Copper - Handmade Ceramic
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Tsuchi - Earth
*Plants are not included in this purchase
Our Tsuchi pot is named after the medium it holds ; Earth. This pot is double sealed to prevent moisture from seeping into ...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Copper
21st Century Zazen Collection Concrete Vase Dark Grey Color, Mod. II
Located in Rome, Lazio
The Zazen line combines organic shapes with the texture of concrete, giving life to a family of four highly recognizable vases.
Each vase is produced f...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Cement
Venini Murrine Romane Multi-Color Vase by Carlo Scarpa
By Venini, Carlo Scarpa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini Murrine Romane vase in multi-color by Carlo Scarpa. Numbered Edition. These Murrine are called “roman” due to their graphic signs and because the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Glass
Blue Ceramic Majolica Vase Vessel Decorative Butterflies Hand Painted Italy
By deBlona
Located in Recanati, IT
Of extraordinary beauty and unique charm, the blue butterfly has always been considered the bearer of wishes. According to ancient beliefs it has the power to make dreams come true. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Majolica
Ceramic Vase "PALOMA" Black Glazed by Gabriella B., Made in Italy
By Gabriella B.
Located in Treviso, IT
Ceramic vase PALOMA white glazed finished
cod. B003 S
measures:
Height 120.0 - Diameter 25.0 cm.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Italian Silver Plate Modernist Tumbler Vase, circa 1980
Located in Atlanta, GA
A lovely tall silver plate vase crafted by the Italian silversmith designer B.F. The piece was crafted in Italy circa 1980. The design features a streamlined tumbler geometric shape ...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
Hand-Blown Murano Fluid Vase in Clear with 24karat Gold Flecks and Bubble Detail
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Hand-Blown Murano Fluid Vase is a striking testament to the unparalleled craftsmanship of Murano’s master glassmakers. This tall and substantial vase is meticulously hand-crafted...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Murano Glass
Karl Springer Monumental Hand Blown Scavo Glass and Bronze Urn 1980s
Located in New York, NY
"Venetian Glass and Bronze Urn", hand-blown glass with scavo finish and hand-forged bronze base and decorative elements by Seguso (Murano Italy) for Karl Springer, American 1980's. ...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Bronze
1960s Gio Ponti Style Minimalist Chromed Metal Multiple Cylinder Vase
By Gio Ponti
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This chromed metal vase exemplifies the balance between form and function, with its sleek modernist design and versatile use, aligning well with Gio Ponti’s iconic design philosophy....
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Metal
DeCastelli Jaipur 183 Vase in Stainless Steel by Stefano Dussin
By DeCastelli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Next stop, India: these oriental-style decorative vases are sculptural elements with generous yet simultaneously slim shapes. In addition to classic finishes, like corten and burnish...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Stainless Steel
Venini Bolle Glass Vase in Pink and White by Tapio Wirkkala
By Venini, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bolle Glass vase series, designed by Tapio Wirkkala and manufactured by Venini, was originally designed in 1966. Iconic masterpieces available in 5 different shapes. Indoor use only....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Glass
Large Daniel Lotton Pulled Feather Pink and Blue Art Glass Bowl or Vase, 1991
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very large Daniel Lotton art glass bowl or vase.
With pulled feather decoration in pink overlay on a blue ground.
Simply great craft!
Date:
1...
Category
1990s American Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Art Glass
Contemporary Gaetano Pesce Spaghetti M Vase Soft Resin Red
Located in barasso, IT
Spaghetti vase, red.
Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection.
Measures: L ø 16cm x H 26cm
Other sizes available.
Colours: Red.
Va...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Resin
1960's Swedish Crystal Vase by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Paris, FR
20th-century vintage modernist crystal vase signed by Swedish makers Orrefors. This chic statement decorative piece is highlighted by its modern design and thick curved cut.
Signed ...
Category
20th Century Swedish Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Crystal
Japanese Ceramic Blue Vases, Pair
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of Modern periwinkle blue Japanese vases with octagonal base, pinched waist, and clover like design at neck/top. Marked underneath/bot...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Hand Blown Murano Vase Sommerso in Black Onyx
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Sommerso Murano vase is a stunning example of Venetian glass artistry, combining clear and onyx black glass in a sophisticated, elegant design. Handcrafted by the master artisan...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Murano Glass
Alioth Glass Vase, by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis Milano Collection
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Alioth Glass Vase was designed by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis in 1983. The Venetian glass vase features blue fusions and black threads. Signed on the base.
Ettore Sottsass was b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Glass
Miniature Bud Vase 2, Made from Brass and Patinated Finish
Located in Chicago, IL
Each of these delicately, handcrafted bud vases is perfect as an individual home accessory or whimsical series. Made of brass and hand tarnished, each bud vase has its own unique for...
Category
2010s American Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Brass
Allessandro Mendini Venini Cased Black & Green Art Glass Vase
By Venini
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish and beautifully hand-made Venetian Murano art glass vase in green and white glass cased in a mirror black glass finish p...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Art Glass
Casa Planter No1
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Casa Planter No 1 in Moss Blue
Designed by Project 213A in 2023
Artisanal planter created by skilled artisans in Project 213A's own workshop. Hand-sculpted ceramic with textured fin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Clay
Decorative Brutalist White Stoneware Ceramic Vase by Hervé Rousseau 21st Century
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Hervé Rousseau
Original and elegant stoneware ceramic vase by Hervé Rousseau.
Decorative white ceramic glaze color.
Original perfect condition....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Black Marble Medium Cylinder
Located in Mexico City, MX
Plantpot in carved Monterrey black marble. Handmade in Mexico. Production time: 6-8 weeks for items without marble / 13-14 weeks for marble pieces. Shipping +10 additional business ...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Marble
Black Glass Trumpet Vase by Hutschenreuther, Leonard, Germany, 1980s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Delicate black glass vase decorated with gold flowers by Leonard Paris. It was manufactured in Germany by Hutschenreuther during the 1980s.
Category
1980s German Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Glass
Chaîne D'ancre Vase by Hermès Paris
By Hermès
Located in Kelkheim (Taunus), HE
Chaîne d'Ancre Vase by Hermès Paris, set of 2.
Pair of imposing silver-plated vases from the Mainson of Hermès Paris, decorated with the classic decor "Chaîne d'Ancre".
Height...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
White Ceramic Pair Kawa Vases by Luft Tanaka, Leather Cast Porcelain Kawa Series
By Luft Tanaka
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A pair of tactile and organic porcelain vases with leather textured exterior surface and clear glazed interior. As a result of the production process each item is one-of-a-kind. Set includes one medium vase and one small vase.
Use individually as an understated accent or in a pair or cluster for a little more flair.
The vases are watertight.
Small Vase: 3.5" diameter. x 6.5" height
Medium vase: 3.5" diameter. x 8.5" height
Lead time 3-4 weeks.
Kawa Series...
Category
2010s American Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Christopher Anderson Textured Studio Pottery Vase
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish Studio Pottery vase with a shaped tenmoku glazed top, the body applied with matted textured glazes in contrasting brown tones by Christopher Anderson...
Category
Late 20th Century British Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Pottery
Collection of 5 Modern Geometric Vessels Handcarved Rough Textured Planes Linear
Located in Bronx, NY
"Collection of Vessels — No. 1, 2, 4, 5 & 6"
J.M. Szymanski
2024
Vessels No. 1, 2, 4, 5 & 6 make up this unique collection. Designed to be displayed together. Mathematically designe...
Category
2010s American Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Steel, Iron
Ceramic "apple" vase by Georges Jouve, France, 1950's
Located in Paris, FR
Black ceramic vase by Georges Jouve, signed, France, 1950's
Category
1950s French Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Nikko Raku Pottery Vase, Obvara, Handmade Ceramic Home Decor Gift
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Nikko ( 日光 ) - (n) sunlight
Our Nikko vase is a bulbous little one and perfect for those wanting to decorate small spaces without using up too much space. This vase sports a flatten...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malaysian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Copper
21st Century Karim Rashid Kountess Centerpiece Container Murano Glass Honey
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
21st century Karim Rashid centerpiece container Murano glass various colors.
Designed by Karim Rashid, Kountess is a stately, sculptural jar with a lid. Just like its twin model, Ko...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Murano Glass
Handblown Murano Sculptural Vase in Rose Gold
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The handblown Murano Burri Vase in Rose Gold is a sublime expression of luxury, merging the finest Venetian glassmaking traditions with an avant-garde design aesthetic. Its form, org...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Murano Glass
Miniature Bud Vase 1, Made from Brass and Patinated Finish
Located in Chicago, IL
Each of these delicately, handcrafted bud vases is perfect as an individual home accessory or whimsical series. Made of brass and hand tarnished, each bud vase has its own unique for...
Category
2010s American Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Brass
Hand-Blown Murano Battuto Vase in Tobacco Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Murano Battuto Vase in Tobacco, size large, is a masterclass in design and craftsmanship, brought to life through the renowned battuto technique. This traditional Venetian method...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Murano Glass
Set Salta Leather Tea Pot, Cream & Sugar Alpaca Silver & Leather
By AIREDELSUR
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
Set Salta Leather Tea Pot, Cream & Sugar Alpaca Silver & Leather
(4 pieces)
1 Salta Square Tray 9.5" x 9.5"
1 Salta Tea Pot 4.3" x 5"
1 Salta Sugar Pot with Spoon 2.2" x 2.5"
1 Sal...
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Metal
Hand Blown Murano Sphere Vase in Emerald Green Small
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Murano is an extraordinary piece that marries luxurious design with timeless elegance. This stunning glass sphere is a testament to the artistry and skill of its creators, featu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Murano Glass
Tsuri Raku Pottery Vase - Obvara - Handmade Ceramic Home Decor Gift
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Tsuri ( ツリー ) ~ (n) tree
Our Tsuri vase is based on the classic bottle shape but with a wider mouth at the top. It would definitely look great when put together with other RAAQUU BA...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malaysian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Copper
Glass Vase with Metal Iris Overlay
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Glass Vase with an outer cage of metal Irises. Hand-Built leaves and flowers surround a blue/green Glass Vase.
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Metal
Venini Murano Italian Green Glass Bottle Vase Incisi Serie, 2004
By Venini
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian glass bottle vasec with stopper, “Incisi” series, in two-color submerged glass with surface entirely worked by grinding produced by Venini Murano, Venini trademark 2004 engra...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Murano Glass
Japanese Hibachi Blue and White Earthenware with Hand Painted Plum Blooms, 1950s
Located in Miami, FL
1950s Asian Modern earthenware Hibachi from Japan. Lovely decoration of blue and white large blooms with leaves, probably Plum or Peach blooms, signifying perseverance and hope. The flowers are like little faces enjoying the coming of spring...
Category
1950s Japanese Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Derek Clarkson Brush Decorated Porcelain Studio Pottery Vase
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A good and finely made studio pottery stoneware bottle vase of small size decorated with a repeat brush pattern of stylized insect like designs by Derek Clarkson...
Category
1970s English Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Porcelain
Handmade Rock Decorative Ceramic Vase I - Black & White
By OWO Ceramics
Located in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, AR
Beautiful decorative ceramic vase, perfect for displaying your favorite blooms. With its simple lines and contemporary aesthetics, this handmade pottery vase crosses the line between...
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Pottery
Italian Scavo Murano Glass Vase by Franco Moretti
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Beautiful Italian hand blown Scavo Murano glass vase, designed by Franco Moretti in the 1980s.
Measurements: 15.5” high, 8” wide and 6.5” deep.
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Murano Glass
A Primavera vase
By Primavera
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
An exceptional Primavera ceramic vase circa 1930
Category
20th Century French Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Multifunctional Silver Vessel, Sculptural Object by Raju Peddada - "Jupiter"
By Raju Peddada
Located in Chicago, IL
Legendary astronomer's postulation sets the renaissance in motion. Here, small moons, fixed in their heliocentric orbit, reveal fantastic journeys of the future. "Jupiter" is a re...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Silver
Seicho Raku Planter Pot Pottery, Full Copper Matte, Handmade Ceramic
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Seicho (成長) - Growth
Our Seicho pot is made to be a conversation starter for your precious indoor plant collection. Its size is perfect to be used for specialty indoor plants. Each ...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Copper
Carnival Collection Murano Glass Vase by Archimede Seguso for Seguso, 1980's
Located in Vicenza, VI
The vase in question is an elegant piece belonging to the "Carnival" collection of the well-known glassmaker Seguso Murano.
The "Carnival" collection was created between 1987 and 198...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Murano Glass
Hana R Mini Vase Raku Ceramic, Smoked Raku, Handmade Home Decor Gift
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Hana R ~ 花 Flower
Our Hana R mini raku vase is the most geometric and edgy designs in our series. Its needle like shape creates a slip and faceted surface that stands out. Each pie...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Vases and Vessels
Materials
Copper
Modern vases and vessels for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique 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, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern vases and vessels made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original vases and vessels, popular names associated with this style include Venini, RAAQUU, VG-VGnewtrend, and Carlo Moretti. 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 $28 and tops out at $45,920 while the average work can sell for $998.