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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
No.102 Stoneware Sculpture, Tonfisk by Ciona Lee
Located in Geneve, CH
No.98 stoneware sculpture, Tonfisk by Ciona Lee One of a Kind Dimensions: Ø 13 x H 19 cm Materials: White stoneware, satin cream glaze Variations of size and colour available ...
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2010s British Modern Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Large Modern Ceramic Vase by Mary Gumà Catalan Ceramist Spain 1980
Located in Miami, FL
Mary Gumà ( b. 1951 Catalonia Spain ) 1980 large hand made pottery vessel with a striped design. Bulbous shaped vase tapering to a flaring top, off-white body with stripes in grayish...
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1980s Spanish Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Pottery

Hand-Blown Murano Glass Vase with Organic Viridian Green Sculptural Striations
Located in New York, NY
This striking hand-blown Murano glass vase features organic sculptural striations in a vibrant viridian green, showcasing the artistry and tradition of Venetian glassmaking. The vas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Sculptural Contemporary Ukrainian Glazed Chamotte Vase Ephemeral V by Voznicki
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Andriy and Olesya Voznicki are well established Ukrainian artists. They have both graduated from Lviv Academy of Art in Ukraine, Olesya - from the Art Glass department and Andriy as ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Clay

Large Eclissi Vase in Orange and Red by Carlo Moretti
Located in New York, NY
The alternating interplay between transparent and opaque colors and Murano crystal give this fattened sphere the identity of Carlo Moretti. A sequence of orange streaks bound togethe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Flexible Formed Vase 3 by Rino Claessens
Located in Geneve, CH
Flexible Formed Vase 3 by Rino Claessens Dimensions: D 26 x W 26 x H 16.5 cm. Materials: Glazed ceramic. Finish: Satin gloss black glaze. Weight: 1....
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2010s Dutch Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Miki Pop Ceramic Sculpture, Mushroom by Malwina Konopacka
Located in Geneve, CH
Miki pop ceramic sculpture - mushroom by Malwina Konopacka Unique sculpture ( Decorated and hand-painted by the artist ) Materials: Impregnated...
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2010s Polish Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

The Drago Nero Vessel by Coseincorso
Located in Geneve, CH
The Drago Nero Vessel by Coseincorso Dimensions: Ø 40 x H 35 cm. Materials: Ceramic with unleaded glaze. The Drago Nero takes inspiration from the drug pots produced in Castelli be...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Jan Benda, Krystyna Glass, Iridescent Studio Glass Vase, Canada, circa 2000
By Jan Benda
Located in Chatham, ON
Jan Benda - Krystyna glass - Canadian iridescent studio glass double gourd vase - fine quality with excellent iridescence - signed on the base - Canada (British Columbia) - circa 200...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Art Glass

Seguso Vetri D’Arte , Model 5730 Vase Designed By Flavio Poli, 1939
Located in Westport, CT
A beautiful oval shaped double-ribbed criss-cross patterned vase, blown in a transparent celadon color for Seguso Vetri d’Arte by Flavio Poli, model 5730 Marc Heiremans, ‘Seguso Vet...
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20th Century Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Bumps 2.0 Blue Cobalt Vase by Arkadiusz Szwed
Located in Geneve, CH
Bumps 2.0 blue cobalt vase by Arkadiusz Szwed Dimensions: L 16 x W 16 x H 20 cm Materials: Porcelain Arkadiusz Szwed designs and produce ceramic...
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2010s Polish Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Porcelain

FRAMENTO Vase - Nero Marquina Marble Contemporary Vase by Sfero Design
Located in Cologna Veneta, IT
An extraordinary design of singular contemporary sophistication, this vase is handcrafted from four slabs of Nero Marquina marble with honed finish that are visibly and differently f...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Marble

Modern Catalan Double Sided Ceramic Vase by Isabel Barba-Formosa Spain 1970s
Located in Miami, FL
Hand made in Spain, unusual double side ceramic vessel from the Catalan ceramist Isabel Barba-Formosa (1947-2021). Glazed in dark blue, designed with the top vase and ring, painte...
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1970s Spanish Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Post-War German Incised Orange and Beige Vase
Located in Queens, NY
Post-War West Germany orange shaped cylindrical vase with incised beige ribbed & geometric banded middle section (Original label attached vú KERAMIK).      
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20th Century German Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Contemporary Jardiniere Stand, English, Beech, Side Table, Cotswold School Taste
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a contemporary jardiniere stand. An English, beech side table in Cotswold School taste. Beautifully presented stand with fascinating curvature Displays a desirable contempo...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Beech

Killarney Clear Crystal Table Vase by Waterford
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite "Killarney" Cut Crystal Vase by Waterford - a stunning piece that effortlessly combines timeless elegance with modern sophistication. This clear glass vase ...
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1980s Irish Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Crystal

Marga III Vessel by Raquel Vidal and Pedro Paz
Located in Geneve, CH
Marga III Vessel by Raquel Vidal and Pedro Paz Exclusive for Galerie Philia Dimensions: Ø 23 x H 44 cm. Materials: Ceramic. All our pieces are handmade in our own workshop located in Valencia. Please contact us. Based in Spain, Canoa Lab...
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2010s Spanish Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Signed Scavo Glass Vase by Archimede Seguso, Murano, Italy, 20th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This large Murano glass vase was made by Archimede Seguso, one of the most respected glassmakers in Italy. It features a beautiful scavo finish, a special technique that gives the gl...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Venini Fazzoletto Opalino Large Vase in Horizon Murano Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fazzoletto Opalino Large Vase in Amber Murano Glass by Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini. An exclusive new take on the Opalini technique from the 15t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Large Sculptural Ceramic Vessel by Richard Devore Exhibited and Published
By Richard DeVore
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large stoneware vessel by Richard DeVore (American, 1933-2006) made in 1972. The cylindrical vessel takes an unusual sculptural form with curvy edges that flows freely in contoured...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Larry Lubow Three Footed Bowl
Located in North Miami, FL
Larry Lubow is a contemporary California artist; his sculptures are ceramic and metal. This is a stunning large bowl with thick gold crackle glaze overlay. His work can be viewed in ...
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1990s American Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Gold

Contemporary White Vase Made of Ceramic Designed by Jaime Hayón
Located in Ibiza, Spain
These contemporary vases, crafted from enamelled stoneware ceramic in various colors, are intricately handmade from multiple pieces, inspired by scout ships sent into space. Each vas...
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2010s Spanish Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

NANA Vase Black by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
A small vase that beautifully accentuates the charm of any bouquet but also stands alone as a sculpture. With objects from the OKO family, it's like with children – wherever they app...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Clay

Myface Eden F Fiberglass Outdoor Planter
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Eden Planter F allows to curate the perfect ambiance, blending nature with refined design to create a truly inspiring environment. With its geometric form, it enhances any décor with...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Fiberglass

Minimalist Organic Form, Pink Fiberglass Vase by kar
Located in Geneve, CH
Tong pink vase by kar Materials: FRP Dimensions: 26 x 26 x 34 cm *This piece is suitable for outdoor use. A smooth shape for integrating into any space. Multiple-use as a flower va...
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2010s Chinese Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Fiberglass

Contemporary Gaetano Pesce Clear Special XL Vase Resin Yellow, Lime, Turquoise
Located in barasso, IT
Clear special extra color vase - Clear yellow, matt lime, matt turquoise. Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection. Measures: XL - ø 30cm...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Resin

Deco Medium Vase in Red by Napoleone Martinuzzi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Historic vase designed by Napoleone Martinuzzi in opalino glass characterized by round horizontal ribs. The model is proposed in three shades of colour and in three sizes. Rhythm"...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Black and White Sgraffito Pot
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite 21st-century Chinese hand-thrown porcelain pot features a small, wide lip that gracefully transitions to a generous, rounded bosom before tapering elegantly to a narro...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Porcelain

Signed Blenko Cobalt Blue Glass Studded Bowl
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful handcrafted blown glass bowl by Benklo. This beautiful piece is signed and conceptualizes the beauty and glow of cobalt blue handblown glass and texture. The piece's simp...
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Early 2000s American Modern Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Minimalist Organic Form, Black Fiberglass Vase by kar
Located in Geneve, CH
Tong coffee vase by kar Materials: FRP Dimensions: 26 x 26 x 34 cm A smooth shape for integrating into any space. Multiple-use as a flower vase, a container for blueprints, posters,...
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2010s Chinese Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Fiberglass

Set Of 2 Sandstone Decorative Objects by Mylene Niedzialkowski
Located in Geneve, CH
Set Of 2 Sandstone Decorative Objects by Mylene Niedzialkowski Unique Pieces. Dimensions: Ø 22 x H 25,5 cm. Materials: Sandstone and enamel. Modules composed of 2 or 3 glazed stone...
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2010s French Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Sandstone, Enamel

Matte Black Vase by Daniele Giannetti
Located in Geneve, CH
Matte Black vase by Daniele Giannetti Dimensions: Ø 17 x H 15 cm. Materials: Glazed terracotta. All pieces are made in terracotta from Montelupo...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Terracotta

Hand Blown Contemporary Wrinkle Black Glass Vase by Erik Olovsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Unique Piece. Hand blown glass vase made in forms of soft clay that are shaped by hand just before blowing the glass into the form. The process makes all pieces unique and gives them...
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2010s Swedish Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass

1980s Modern Hand-Blown Green and Gray Murano Glass Vase by Venini
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This striking hand-blown Murano glass vase by Venini, crafted in the 1980s, is a refined example of modern Italian glass artistry. Its bold flared rim and clean, fluid form are enhan...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Set Salta Leather Tea Pot, Cream & Sugar Alpaca Silver & Leather
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...
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2010s Argentine Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Metal

Myface Eden C Fiberglass Outdoor Planter
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Eden Planter C allows to curate the perfect ambiance, blending nature with refined design to create a truly inspiring environment. With its geometric form, it enhances any décor with...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Fiberglass

Hutschenreuther, Heinrich Fuchs, MCM Porcelain Vase, Germany, circa 1970's
Located in Chatham, ON
Hutschenreuther (Manufacturer) - Dr. Heinrich Fuchs (Designer) - Mid century porcelain vase - featuring Origami-like folds in the design that play with light and the unique shape - w...
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Mid-20th Century German Modern Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

Sandra Johnstone Abstract Lidded Vessel c1970s California
Located in Oakland, CA
Amazing salt-fired abstract lidded vessel by well listed potter, Sandra Johnstone c1970s. Incredible piece, museum quality. Johnstone (1936-1991) studied with Peter Voulkos at UC Ber...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Clay

Vintage Sgraffito Decorated & Glazed Ceramic Vase - Signed - Late 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Vintage sgraffito decorated and glazed ceramic vase - molded body - glazed interior - indistinctly signed and numbered on the base - country of origin unknown - late 20th century. E...
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Late 20th Century Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Swan Neck by Rick Owens
Located in Geneve, CH
Swan neck by Rick Owens 2007 Dimensions: L 20 x W 20 x H 71 cm Materials: Bronze Weight: 4.5 kg Available in black finish or Nitrate (Dark Brown) finish. Rick Owens is a California...
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2010s French Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Bronze

Elegant Ceramic Vase Inspired by Ancient Cave Art and Natural Earth Elements
Located in Pasadena, CA
This handmade ceramic vase has a light beige color and a rounded shape with a distinctive, textured surface. The surface is heavily textured with cracks, crevices, and an uneven fini...
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2010s American Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Glass Vase Designed by Sissi Westerberg for Reijmyre, Sweden, 2017, Turquoise
Located in Stockholm, SE
Vase designed by Sissi Westerberg for Reijmyre, Sweden, 2017. Glass.
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2010s Swedish Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass

Accolay Vase
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
An original ceramic by Accolay.
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1960s French Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Large 21th century design white and brown stonewware ceramic vase by ATOI 2010
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
ATOI (born in 1987) Large white and brown stoneware ceramic vase signed by ATOI Realised circa 2010 Signed original perfect condition height 25 cm Large 18 cm
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Venini Fazzoletto Opalino Small Vase in Orange Murano Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fazzoletto Opalino small vase in amber Murano glass by Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini. An exclusive new take on the Opalini technique from the 15th century makes its color unique. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Set of 2 Bottles by Lukasz Friedrich
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 bottles by Lukasz Friedrich Dimensions: Brass bottle 41 x 5 x H 42 Black bottle: 30 x 5,5 H 35 Materials: steel, black patina, brass, wax Lukasz Friedrich (born 198...
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2010s European Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Steel

Blue-Dyed Calcite Urn-Shaped Mineral Vase
Located in London, GB
A blue-dyed calcite urn-shaped mineral vase. Continental, 20th century. Measures: height 25cm, width 13cm, depth 12cm. This beautiful vase is a twentieth century Continental pie...
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20th Century European Modern Vases and Vessels

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Precious Stone

Set of Two Charles Andre Spalted Elm Studio Vases, Signed and Dated 2000
Located in Morristown, NJ
Charles Andre (American, b. mid‑20th c.) two spalted wood vases. Both are turned from elm, showcasing beautiful spalting details that trace through the forms, enhanced by a smooth, p...
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Early 2000s American Modern Vases and Vessels

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Elm

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

La Urna Azul Urn by Acoocooro
Located in Geneve, CH
La Urna Azul urn by Acoocooro Dimensions: ø 27 x H 35 cm. Materials: Stackable urns and vessels (3) and tray (1) produced in turned white cedar wood; natural gourd ("guaje"); maque a...
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2010s Mexican Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Gold Leaf

Set of 2 Bottles by Lukasz Friedrich
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 bottles by Lukasz Friedrich Dimensions: Brass bottle 41 x 5 x H 42 Horizontal: 39 x 5 x H 24,5 cm Materials: steel, black patina, brass, wax. Lukasz Friedrich (born...
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2010s European Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Steel

Soapstone Amorfo 05 by Alva Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Soapstone Amorfo 05 by Alva Design Materials: Soapstone Dimensions: Ø 35 x H 6 cm ALVA is a furniture and objects design office, formed by brother...
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2010s Brazilian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Soapstone

Hand-Blown Murano Surpime Vase in Emerald Green Tall
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A celebration of timeless craftsmanship and rich color, the Hand-Blown Murano Surpime Vase in Emerald Green exudes both vibrance and refinement. This exquisite creation from the Vene...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Small Pot 1 by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Small pot 1 by Sebastian Herkner Materials: Heat-resistant black ceramic. Technique: Glazed. Oven cooked and polished with semi-precious stones. Dimensi...
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2010s German Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

VITA Vessel by Dust and Form
Located in Geneve, CH
Vita Vessel by Dust and Form Dimensions: W 20.3 x D 20.3 x 23 H cm Materials: Plaster, finished in a Matte Charcoal glaze both inside and out. This vessel is watertight and functio...
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2010s American Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Plaster

Outdoor Fiberglass Planter Eden D by Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Eden Planter D allows to curate the perfect ambiance, blending nature with refined design to create a truly inspiring environment. With its geometric form, it enhances any décor with...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Fiberglass

Outdoor Fiberglass Planter Eden E by Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Eden Planter E allows to curate the perfect ambiance, blending nature with refined design to create a truly inspiring environment. With its geometric form, it enhances any décor with...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Fiberglass

Outdoor Fiberglass Planter Eden B by Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Eden Planter B allows to curate the perfect ambiance, blending nature with refined design to create a truly inspiring environment. With its geometric form, it enhances any décor wit...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Fiberglass

Outdoor Fiberglass Planter Eden A by Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Eden Planter A allows to curate the perfect ambiance, blending nature with refined design to create a truly inspiring environment. With its geometric form, it enhances any décor with...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Fiberglass

1980s Modernist Red and White Tall Murano Glass Bottle Vase by Carlo Moretti
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A rare red and white murano glass bottle vase designed and manufactured in Italy in the Eighties, it's in perfect conditions. This Vase by C...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

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