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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chaircrafted 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
Sailor Vase Handmade Textured Glaze
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
The Sailor vase by project 213A has been designed in 2020 and was launched in 2021. This glaze has a rough almost sandy texture and comes in a soft beige oat colour Handmade in Por...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Contemporary Gaetano Pesce Spaghetti L 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 22cm x H 36cm Other sizes available. Colours: Red. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Resin

Murano Glass Centerpiece Organic Shape
Located in Murano, VE
Discover Oculus, a mesmerizing blown glass plate boasting an organic, casual shape. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, each piece is a testament to the artistry of glassmak...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Fazzoletto Glass Vase in Aquamarine by Fulvio Bianconi & Paolo Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase with pinched rim in aquamarine and mint designed by Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini in 1948. Perfect for indoor home decor as container, vide-poche or statement pi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Italian Blue Marble Urns Vases, Pair
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and substantial pair of urn style blue marble vases, circa mid-20th century, Italy. Marble has black veining and is beautifully carved and...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Marble

Flower Glass Vase, Italian Manufacture, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
This flower glass vase is a splendid decorative object manufactured by Italian manufacturer. Elegant Murano colorless glass standing on a round base. The upper edges are decora...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass

Pair Georg Jensen Alfredo Vases Made in Denmark
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly sculptural pair of polished stainless steel vases by Georg Jensen. This pair stands alone by themselves with their beauty. The substantial height combined with the chrom...
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Early 2000s Danish Modern Vases and Vessels

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Stainless Steel, Chrome

Suzu Raku Pottery Vase, Half Copper Matte, Handmade Ceramic Home Decor Gift
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Suzu (鈴) ~ (n) bell Our Suzu vase is named after its shape resembling a bell. With a wide base and a narrow mouth, this vase will be a great addition to a modern-style interior spac...
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21st Century and Contemporary Malaysian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Copper

Modern Fiberglass Indoor/Outdoor Green Planter from Costantini, Cosimo, in Stock
Located in New York, NY
The Cosimo Modern fiberglass planter from Costantini is usable inside or out and is shown here in a neon green color but can be specified in the color of your choice. Also available in matte or semi gloss. Measures 47" round by 51" H. About Costantini Design Costantini has been a trusted source for custom furniture, objects and lighting for a global client base since 2002. Its founder and owner, William Stuart...
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2010s Argentine Modern Vases and Vessels

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Fiberglass, Lacquer

Blue Ceramic Majolica Vase Vessel Decorative Butterflies Hand Painted Italy
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. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Majolica

Vintage Modern Glass Vase Budveszel Gyula Hungary 1990s
Located in Debrecen, HU
This vintage glass vase is a unique piece that will add a touch of modern elegance to any space. Handmade in Hungary by Budveszel Gyula in the 1990s, this vase features a colourful d...
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1990s Hungarian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Dokutsu Raku Fired Pottery Vase - Full Copper Matte -Handmade Ceramic Home Decor
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Dokutsu ( 洞窟 ) ~ (n) cavern The Dokutsu Vase displays a modern style with its hollowed center. It would go very well with our Umi Vase or perfectly fine on its own as well. Our Dok...
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21st Century and Contemporary Malaysian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Copper

Oak Narcisse Vase by Najma Temsoury
Located in Geneve, CH
Oak Narcisse vase by Najma Temsoury Dimensions: D 16.6 x W 30 x H 45 cm Materials: Solid wood with veneer, stainless steel tube, the lens in PMMA with diameter 300 mm. Also avail...
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2010s French Modern Vases and Vessels

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Stainless Steel

Ceramic Hoopoe Vase , Hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
This exquisite "Hoopoe and Flower" vase, crafted by Ardmore Ceramics in South Africa, stands as a testament to the studio's renowned artistry. Measuring 16 inches in height, 17 inche...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Don Reitz Signed Salt Fired Studio Ceramic Pottery Sculpture Vase
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderful and unique work by famed American ceramic master Don Reitz who was known for his salt-fired works and the distinctive colors and forms he achiev...
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20th Century American Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Stoneware

Sirio Glass Flower Vase, by Ettore Sottsass from Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Sirio glass vase was originally designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1982. Signed on the edge of the Stand: "E. Sottsass per Memphis Milano”. For further information please see authen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass

1984 Signed Satin Frosted Art Glass Perfume Bottle Milli Chips
Located in Dayton, OH
1984 signed art glass perfume bottle and stopper, made of satin glass with white stripes and one flattened crystal clear side showing o...
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1980s Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Art Glass

Stylish Contemporary Orange Glazed Globular Vase Signed Morgan Dated 2004
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An unusual and very stylish contemporary art pottery vase of globular shaped signed Morgan and dated 2004. The rounded pottery vase stands on a flat ungl...
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Early 2000s British Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Pottery

Warner Bros, Looney Tunes Wile E. Coyote ACME Rocket Cookie Jar
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Warner Bros, Looney Tunes Wile E. Coyote Rocket Cookie Jar. It depicts a hand painted ceramic cookie jar shaped as Wile E. Coyote ACME Rocket. Below the base is hallmarked ...
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20th Century Taiwanese Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Sculptural White Ceramic Kawa Vases, by Luft Tanaka, organic, porcelain
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A pair of white porcelain vases made by casting into leather molds. As a result of the production process each item is one-of-a-kind. Set includes one tall vase and one medium vase...
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2010s American Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain

Vase Painted Two-handled Amphora Majolica Renaissance Vessel Italian Ceramic
Located in Recanati, IT
This large luxurious amphora, in majolica handmade in Italy and hand-painted in polychrome, is characterized by a dense presence of naturalistic ornamental motifs that decorate the v...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Vintage Tall and Colorful Vintage Italian Sculpture in Murano Glass
Located in Milano, IT
Murano, Venice, the Carnival, the buildings. everything is colour in the venetian lagoon, and this vase clearly is no exception! Despite having a massive (yet very thin & tall) body ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Set/3 Vases, Ceramic Vases, White, Handmade in Portugal by Lusitanus Home
Located in Lisboa, PT
Nebula Vases, Lusitanus Home Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Lusitanus Home. This beautiful set includes three waterproof ceramic vases, perfect to be displayed to...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Koi, Tsuri, Zen Raku Pottery Vase, Obvara, Handmade Ceramic Decor
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Make her smile with the sweetest surprise & brighten up her birthday with our ceramic décor set. *Does not come with dried flowers. You get : 1 Tsuri vase 1 Koi vase 1 Zen vase...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Copper

Luxury Vase #51 "Fragile". Porcelain. Handmade design and crafted in Italy. 2020
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The heart collection is the result of the extravagant creativity of two innovative designers, who are inspired especially by the human body. The heart collection is inspired by the ...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Porcelain

Raaquu Koi Raku Pottery Vase, Obvara, Handmade Ceramic Home Decor
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Koi (鯉) (n) carp Our Koi vase is bottle-shaped with a wavy arched mouth which slightly resembles the mouth of a fish. Its eclectic design would blend in well in any interior décor s...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Copper

CAPA Large Pitcher, Alpaca Silver & Gray Marble
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
With the concept of intermingle materials from our earth, soft marbles and manually hammered alpaca, this sophisticated and elegant line is created, and it includes trays, champagne ...
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2010s Argentine Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Marble, Metal

Seo of 8 Eggshell Vases. From the Oygg series
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Seo of 8 Eggshell Vases, 2023 From The Oygg series Material : Egg Shells, Jesmonite Dimensions: 82.4 W x 10 D x 19.3 H (cm) Individual size: 10.3 W x 10 D x 19.3 H (cm) Weight: 10 k...
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2010s North Korean Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Shell, Eggshell

fferrone Contemporary Minimal Triple Black Steel Flower Sculptural Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
Three vases in one, composed of a series of black minimal hand-painted stainless steel tubes in various dimensions and cut on the bias, the contemporary Bana Triple vase can uniquely accommodate a single stem to full flower...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Stainless Steel

Venini Murano Italian Blue Glass Bottle Incisi Serie, 1981
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian light blue glass bottle with stopper, “Incisi” series, submerged glass with surface entirely worked by grinding produced by Venini Murano, Ve...
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1880s Italian Antique Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Venini Bolle Glass Vase in Pink and White by 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....
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

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...
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2010s American Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Brass

New Modern Vase in White Onyx marble, Designed by Jacopo Simonetti
Located in Milan, IT
Vase S in White Onyx marble, designed by Jacopo Simonetti. Available also in Pink Egeo, Black Marquinia, White Arabescato marble and in the L version. Armonia Collection: Inspired ...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Marble

Hana F Mini Vase Raku Ceramic, Obvara, Handmade Home Decor Gift
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Hana F ~ 花 Flower Our Hana F mini raku vase is clay representation of a tulip flower. Two overlapping petals form the body of this mini vase. This vase makes for an adorable gift o...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Copper

Raaquu Raku Fired Omoide Urn in S/N80000109 Art Series, Malaysia
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Omoide ~ (思い出) - Memories The passing of a loved one will always be a defining moment in a person's life. The Omoide Urn is a one of a kind ceramic piece that offers a focal point ...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Copper

Ceramic "apple" vase by Georges Jouve, France, 1950's
Located in Paris, FR
Black ceramic vase by Georges Jouve, signed, France, 1950's
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1950s French Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Opalino Glass Vase in Tea and Crystal by Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase with slim, oval shaped body and funnel shaped neck. Featured in tea and crystal colored glass. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or strong statement piece ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Art Glass

Venini Idria Large Vase in Amber Murano Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Idria large vase in Amber Murano glass by Venini. The Ancient Greek water vessel sheds its skin, as terracotta gives way to glass, thanks to Venini. Its design speaks of bygone days ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Hana O Mini Vase Raku Ceramic, Obvara, Handmade Home Decor Gift
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Hana O ~ 花 Flower Our Hana O mini raku vase bears a classical pottery vase shape and is suitable for wide headed single stalk flowers. This vase makes for an adorable gift or a tab...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Copper

REGENBOGEN: Contemporary lead crystal large vase
Located in Berlin, DE
Make a bold statement with futuristic crystal! Hand cut and polished by traditional artisans, this sculptural, angular vase uses a dichroic film to exaggerate the colour splitting ef...
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2010s Chinese Modern Vases and Vessels

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Crystal

Set of 4 Bottles by Lukasz Friedrich
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 bottles by Lukasz Friedrich Dimensions: Horizontal: 39 x 5 x H 24,5 cm Brass bottle 41 x 5 x H 42 Black bottle: 20,5 x 5,5 x H 48 cm Steel bottle: 24 x 5 x H 41,5 cm Materia...
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2010s European Modern Vases and Vessels

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Steel

Moor Head Vase, Handmade in Sicily, Gold Leaf, Colors Customizable, Centerpiece
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Gold Leaf

Contemporary Gaetano Pesce Indian Summer M Vase Soft Resin Grey Turquoise
Located in barasso, IT
Indian Summer vase - Clear grey and matt turquoise Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection. Measures: M - ø 16cm x H 26cm Colours: Clear grey...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Resin

"Tulip Pot" Handmade Terra Cotta Planter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Handmade by Naomi S. Clark Materials: Terracotta Dimensions: H 4" x W 7" x D 7" 2020 Edition: Unique Plant Name: Rattlesnake Calathea Watering Schedule: Water once ev...
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2010s American Modern Vases and Vessels

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Terracotta, Clay

Baccarat Signed, Exquise Extra Large Ginkgo Crystal Vase, France
Located in Rijssen, NL
Luxury at its finest, high-end crystal vase made and signed by Baccarat.  The form of the Baccarat Clear crystal Ginkgo Extra vase is a perfect homage to its namesake, the ginkgo bil...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Crystal

Nozomu Raku Pottery Vase, Half Copper Matte, Handmade Ceramic Home Decor Gift
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Nozomu ( 望む ) ~ (n) hope Our Nozomu Vase has a flattened surface and a narrow mouth, heart-shaped with a smaller base. With its soft curves and a textured finish, it adds a soothing...
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21st Century and Contemporary Malaysian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Copper

Luxury Vase #53 "Trophy". Porcelain. Handmade design and crafted in Italy. 2020.
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The heart collection is the result of the extravagant creativity of two innovative designers, who are inspired especially by the human body. The heart collection is inspired by the ...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Gold Leaf

Murano, Vase, Blown Glass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A fluted blown glass vase designed and produced in Murano, Italy, c. 1940s.
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1940s Italian Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

An unique Murano Art glass vase, multi color orange yellow black by Alberto Dona
Located in London, GB
Here we have an unique Italian Murano Art Studio glass vase , hand blown glass with multiple techniques involved and glass in tones of orange black and yellow colors melting in an ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Vase Soliflore Horizon - Set
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A simple, contemporary style along with the matte, white finesse of the porcelain will add a unique French touch to your table and to your home decor. Design by Kaoline. Solifl...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Porcelain

Raaquu Kumo Raku Pottery Vase - Full Copper Matte - Handmade Ceramic, Malaysia
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Kumo ( 雲 ) - (n) cloud Our Kumo Vase is a flattened globe vase with a narrow base and a narrow mouth. Its contemporary shape promises to blend well with any interior style. The Kum...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Copper

Contemporary Blue Flower Glass Blown Cylinder Vase Handcrafted by Natalia Criado
Located in Milan, IT
This charming vase handcrafted of fineglass is a showcase of pure volumes. Its elegant silhouette is composed of a spherical, green base sustaining the cylindrical, clear body. Craft...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Blown Glass

Barovier Toso, Monumental "Bolloni" Murano Glass Vase, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great Barovier Toso " Bolloni" murano Vase. Signed in bottom. Large clear vase with large lens.
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass, Murano Glass, Glass

Pre-Order Raaquu Raku Pottery Large Oval XL 14" Ceramic Vase - H.C Matte
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
THIS IS A PRE-ORDER A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. The Oval XL Vase is a tall, teardrop-shaped design best for adding a touch of e...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Copper

Venini Oman Vase in Gray, Red & Aquamarine by Ettore Sottsass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini Oman glass vase in Gray/red/aquamarine by Ettore Sottsass. Handblown glass. Numbered edition for year Color: Gray/Red/Aquamarine Dimensions: Ø 33.5 cm, H 40 cm Year of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Blown Glass

French Modern Floral Cameo Glass Vase, Signed Daum+Nancy France
By Daum
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French Modern Floral Cameo Glass Vase, Signed Daum+Nancy France France, 20th Century Signed in script signature 'Drum +Nancy-France' The vase fitted with a long neck, subtle m...
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Richard Haining STACKED Pronghorn Vessel, Alaskan Cedar, Yakisugi, Available Now
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Richard’s work is driven by the concept of renewal—transforming salvaged materials into functional & decorative art that embodies beauty, craftsmanship, & environmental mindfulness. ...
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2010s American Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Pottery, Wood, Hardwood, Ebony, Maple, Oak, Walnut, Cedar, Fir,...

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