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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Opalino Glass Vase in Horizon Milk White inside by Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase with slim, oval shaped body and funnel shaped neck. Featured in aquamarine colored glass. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or strong statement piece for a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Fazzoletto Opalino Large Glass Vase in Grey/Indigo by Fulvio Bianconi and Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Created from the collaboration between Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini, characterized by a soft shape with a graceful wavy lip, always unique, obtained using the free-hand technique...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

2 Moor Heads "Futuristic Women", Handmade in Italy, 2019, Unique Design
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

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Gold Leaf

Fazzoletto Opalino Large Glass Vase in Red/Apple Green Inside by Fulvio Bianconi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Created from the collaboration between Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini, characterized by a soft shape with a graceful wavy lip, always unique, obtained using the free-hand technique...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

A. D. Copier, Dutch ceramicist. Ceramic flower pot. 1930s/40s
Located in København, Copenhagen
A. D. Copier (1901-1991), Dutch ceramicist. Ceramic flower pot. Glaze in yellow-green hues. Industrial design. 1930/40s. Marked. Perfect condition. Dimensions: D 18.0 cm x H 6.4 cm.
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1930s Dutch Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Brenda: Handmade Unique Murano Glass Vase
Located in Murano, VE
Introducing the stunning Brenda Glass Vase, a true masterpiece handcrafted in the heart of Murano, Italy. The elegant interplay of transparencies and the distinctive balloton textu...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Incisi Glass Vase in Brass by Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A multitude of shapes and colours. Apparently, Paolo Venini had a knack for experimenting with Incisi. They are countless. The vase owes its name to the "Incisione a Freddo" glassmak...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

fferrone Contemporary Czech Glass Fluted Large with Medium Vases Handcrafted
Located in Chicago, IL
Large with medium Stella vases - Set of two The contemporary Czech glass Stella large and medium vases, from a single stem to a beautiful bouquet, t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Odalische Small Glass Vase in Rio Green by Leonardo Ranucci
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sensual movements dance mysteriously in enchanted oriental nights. Additional information: Material: Blown opal Color: Green river Dimensions: Ø 18 x H 34 cm Available in othe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Luxury Vase Collection "Love and Feelings", Porcelain, Handmade in Italy
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Special collection of Love's inspirated hearts.
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Gold Leaf

Ceramic Floor Vase, by Grimstrup, Signed E.J, 1937 – Abstract Cubist Design
Located in Kastrup, DK
Large Unique Floor Vase from Grimstrup Ceramics, Signed "E.J 1937" Height: 58 cm (22.8 inches).Diameter top / bottom : 33 / 19 cm. This exceptional and rare ceramic floor vase is cr...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Hand Blown Murano Barrel Vase in Grey Smoke XXL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Murano vase is an exemplary piece of modern glass artistry, combining traditional craftsmanship with a sleek, contemporary design. This vase features a robust, geometric silhoue...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Large Kähler Floor Vase with Yellow Glaze
Located in Kastrup, DK
Large Kähler Floor Vase with Yellow Uranium Glaze. This impressive Kähler floor vase features a vibrant yellow uranium glaze with subtle matte orange areas, naturally occurring as p...
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Early 20th Century European Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Ghidini 1961 Tornado Sculptural Vase in Bronze by Campana Brothers
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Spiral of brass, a dizzying vortex of reflected light. A thousand liquid rings rise from a hypothetical sea, expand and crown themselves with fragrant flowers. It’s a highly evocativ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Bronze

Hand Blown Murano Canetto Vase in Grey Medium
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Introducing a masterpiece of glass artistry that transcends mere decoration, embodying the pinnacle of luxury and refinement. This hand-blown vase, with its smoky grey allure and ele...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Deco Large Vase in Rio Green Glass 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

Unique Green Patina Festive Olé 13 Vase by Hania Jneid
Located in Geneve, CH
Green Patina Festive Olé 13 Vase by Hania Jneid Unique piece Dimensions H 29 cm D 20 cm Materials Stoneware , Glaze, Underglaze, Silver Lustre Hand Built and Hand Glazed by the artis...
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2010s Spanish Modern Vases and Vessels

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Luster, Stoneware

Hand Blown Murano Canetto Vase in Grey Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Murano vase exudes an aura of refined luxury and modern elegance. The matte grey finish, accentuated by a ribbed texture, creates a visual and tactile experience that is both so...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Hand Blown Murano Poker Vase in Onyx Black
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Transform your living space into a realm of sophistication with this outstanding Murano, a testament to luxury and high-end craftsmanship. Its pitch-black surface emanates an aura of...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Fazzoletto Opalino Large Glass Vase in Grey/Horizon by Fulvio Bianconi & Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Created from the collaboration between Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini, characterized by a soft shape with a graceful wavy lip, always unique, obtained using the free-hand technique...
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20th Century Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Riflessi Small Vase in Multicolor Glass by Michela Catta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
“Endless shades of lagoon water enliven, like strokes of paint, the glass surface in all its forms. These unique creations, blown and crafted free-hand with the skilful Canne techniq...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Yellow Ceramic Vase by Poemu, France 2023
Located in New York, NY
Yellow glazed ceramic vase in the abstract shape of a female torso. The surface is speckled with black dots. The vase is signed POEMU on the bottom. Poemu is a multidisciplinary Fre...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

"Leg Up" Handmade Terra Cotta Planter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Handmade by Naomi S. Clark Materials: Terracotta Dimensions: H 3.5" x W 9.5" x D 5.5" Edition: Unique Naomi Clark is a painter and textile artist currently residing in Norwalk, CT....
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2010s American Modern Vases and Vessels

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Terracotta, Clay

Labuan Small Glass Vase in Horizon by Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A classical form inspired by faraway places, magically projected in the contemporary world by the new colours. It draws inspiration from faraway places, halfway between fantasy an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Baccarat Crystal Porcupine, Signed, France
Located in New York, NY
A Baccarat crystal porcupine. Includes original branded red box. Made in France, 2000. Measures: L 5.0" × W 2.5" × H 3.0".
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Early 2000s French Modern Vases and Vessels

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Crystal

Incisi Glass Vase in Acerbo by Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A multitude of shapes and colours. Apparently, Paolo Venini had a knack for experimenting with Incisi. They are countless. The vase owes its name to the "Incisione a Freddo" glassmak...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Monofiore Decorative Jar with Cap in Green Blown Glass by Laura de Santillana
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Different shapes, different colours. But all bursting with energy. Their caps recall the shapes and patterns of nature. Every Monofiore by Laura de Santillana is unique: a small prec...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Unique Olé Festive Vase in Beige by Hania Jneid
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique Olé Festive Vase in Beige by Hania Jneid Unique piece Dimensions D 25 cm H 345cm Materials Stoneware , Glaze, Underglaze, Silver Lustre Hand Built and Hand Glazed by the artis...
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2010s Spanish Modern Vases and Vessels

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Luster, Stoneware

Venini 'Where Are My Glasses?' Double Lens Vase in Mint and Green by Ron Arad
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini double glass vase in mint green and grass green designed by Ron Arad in 2018. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or statement piece for any room. Also available in oth...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Mobach, Netherlands, two unique vases. Glaze in brown-green tones.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Mobach, Netherlands, two unique vases. Glaze in brown-green tones. The tall vase has a glossy surface. 1960s/70s. In excellent condition. The tall vase has crazing from the producti...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Aquaring, Sculptural Polished Silver Decanter, Made In Italy
Located in Chicago, IL
A stunning example of minimalist design and natural form, this silver decanter is both beautiful and functional. Fabricated in Italy, this proto-type by designer Raju Peddada is a s...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Silver

Fazzoletto Opalino Large Glass Vase in Milk White by Fulvio Bianconi and Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Created from the collaboration between Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini, characterized by a soft shape with a graceful wavy lip, always unique, obtained using the free-hand technique...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass

Vallauris, France. Ceramic vase in surrealist style. Raku-fired glaze.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Vallauris, France. Ceramic vase in surrealist style. Raku-fired glaze. Interior with red glaze. 1960s/70s. Perfect condition. Marked. Dimensions: H 24.0 cm x W 19.0 cm.
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1960s French Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Handcrafted Murano Glass Vase - Pizzicato
Located in Murano, VE
The Pizzicato collection features a wonderful exploration of contrasts, masterfully blending traditional Murano techniques with a distinctly modern aesthetic. These exquisite vases a...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Hand Blown Murano Moon Vase in Ruby Red Medium
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite vase features a luxurious matte red exterior with polished beveled edges creating a striking visual and tactile experience. The deep, rich red glaze is inspired by the...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Venere V11, Woman's Moorish Head, Handmade in Sicily, 2021, Black/White, Size S
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The collection This collection offers ideas for contemporary décor through sophisticated revelations of art bound to the tradition of ceramics of Caltagirone, objets d’art that comb...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Enamel

Artistic Murano Glass Vase - Brina
Located in Murano, VE
The Brina vase collection is a sublime testament to the centuries-old tradition of Murano glassmaking, meticulously handcrafted by the master artisans of Wave Murano Glass. Each piec...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Murano Glass Vase - Empire
Located in Murano, VE
The Impero collection is a profound tribute to the glorious history of Murano glassmaking, a series of vases made to honor a timeless tradition. These splendid objects are distinguis...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Hand Blown Murano Penta Vase in Grey Medium
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite pentagonal Murano vase, a true masterpiece of Italian luxury and craftsmanship, meticulously crafted by the finest glassblowers in Murano, Italy. This vase, in a stunn...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

ISIDE I17, Man's Moorish Head, Handmade in Sicily, 2021, Colorful Vase Size M
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
THE COLLECTION This collection offers ideas for contemporary décor through sophisticated revelations of art bound to the tradition of ceramics of Caltagirone, objets d’art that combine history and design. The extreme attention to details, supported by twenty years of experience of master craftsmen, is the company’s strength. The production technique hides secrets and art mixtures that make the product unique and exclusive. Mosche Bianche chooses to combine art and design to recall history through ceramic artworks in doing so, history revives, as in a fairy tale, an incredible civilization that is the sicilian culture. The moorish heads in ceramics, tribute to the beauty of ancient Sicily...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Enamel

Formosi Vase - Wave Murano Glass
Located in Murano, VE
The Formosi collection of modern vases masterfully captures the dramatic play between light and shadow, creating a strong yet elegant contrast that is both bold and sophisticated. Ea...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Hand Blown Murano Barrel Vase Grey XXL with a Side Cut
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Inspired by the grandeur of Italian architecture and the elegance of modern design, this Murano vase encapsulates a sophisticated charm. The light grey hue brings a sense of calm and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Venini Square Occhi Vase in White by Ludovico Diaz de Santillana, Tobia Scarpa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini Occhi glass vase in crystal by Ludovico Diaz de Santillana, Tobia Scarpa. Blown handmade glass vases with the “Murrine” technique. Color: Cryst...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Hand Blown Murano Goccia Vase in Grey Small
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Murano vase exudes a contemporary allure, merging geometric precision with the organic inspiration of a raindrop. Crafted by master glassmakers, this piece showcases a striking ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Hand Blown Murano Vase Goccia in Clear with 24-Karat Gold Flecks Medium
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This hand-blown Goccia vase, crafted in Murano, a small island in Venice, exudes timeless elegance and sophisticated design. It showcases a seamless transition from a clear glass bas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Gold Leaf

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

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Art Glass

Hand Blown Murano Barrel Vase in Grey XXL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A stunning creation from the heart of Murano's glassmaking tradition, this vase showcases an exceptional grey tint that lends a subtle, refined charm to its geometric design. Each fa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Hand Blown Murano Facet Thick Vase in Clear
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Introducing one of the crowned jewels of our showroom, a marvel of craftsmanship and a beacon of pure refinement; this extraordinary piece, with its intricate facets and crystalline ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Venini Opalino Small Vase in Apple Green Milk White Inside Murano Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opalino small vase in Amber Murano glass by Venini. The Opalino vase is all about sophisticated and unique colors, thanks to the use of the traditional Op...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Fazzoletto Bicolore Large Vase in Powder Pink & Green River
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Created from the collaboration between Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini, characterized by a soft shape with a graceful wavy lip, always unique, obtained using the free-hand technique...
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20th Century Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Venini 'Where Are My Glasses?' Glass Vase in Aquamarine & Crystal by Ron Arad
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase with round body and glass glasses sculpture. Featured in red colored glass. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or strong statement piece for any room. Di...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Japanese Modern Minimalist LAAB Shadow Sculpture Raku Ceramic White Black Crakle
Located in monza, Monza and Brianza
Shadow 1 sculpture A work of harmonization of darkness and light, cold and heat: yin e yang. A stunning sculpture with black crakle' and black dots on the brighter side and tiny w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Monofiore Carnevale Short Glass Vase in Aquamarine by Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase with full body and thin funneled neck with textured hexagonal shaped pattern atop surface of glass in aquamarine. Featured in aquamarine colored glass and designed ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Monofiore Balaton Sabbiato Short Glass Vase in Cipria Pink by Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase with full body and textured surface with hexagonal shaped pattern in gold designed in 1970. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or strong statement piece for...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Luxury Vase #42 "Gold Nugget". Porcelain. Handmade design and crafted in Italy.
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

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Gold Leaf

Venini Regina Vase in Gray Glass by Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini Regina glass vase in gray by Rodolfo Dordoni. Blown handmade glass vases. Upper part, the crown, is covered by metal leaves. The lower part is gla...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Venini Tessuti Battuti Vase in Red by Carlo Scarpa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tessuti Battuti vases, designed by Carlo Scarpa and manufactured by Venini, feature a blown handmade glass body with bicolored “Filigrana” stripes then...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Collection of 2 Moor Heads "Mars x 2", Handmade in Italy, 2019, Unique Design
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

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Gold Leaf

Venini Fazzoletto Bicolore Small Vase in Amber and Horizon Murano Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fazzoletto Bicolore Small Vase in Amber and Horizon Murano Glass by Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini. An exclusive new take on the Opalini technique from the 15th century makes its c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Set of 5 Contemporary Glazed Ceramic Showtime Vase Collection by Jaime Hayon
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of 5 Contemporary Glazed Ceramic Showtime Vase Collection Materials: Ceramic Dimensions: Nº1: Ø19 x H 33 cm Nº2: Ø13 x H 34 cm Nº3: Ø27 x H 42 cm Nº4: Ø21 x H 48 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

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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.

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