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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Communicating Vases 4 elements BLUE in ceramic XXI Century by Chiara Berta Artist
Located in Medesano, IT
Communicating vessels represent bonds, the unions between individuals. They are made entirely by hand from ceramic or terracotta and each one is a unique piece. Vasi Comunicanti was ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Pair of Momento JH40 Vases, Cream , by Jaime Hayon for &Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
The sculptural shapes of each Momento Vase can often be identified in Hayon’s paintings, the two distinct pieces exhibit a strong and playful graphic identity. Both equally iconic in...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

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

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Crystal

Contemporary Ceramic Decorative Bottle Liscia Texture Ivory
Located in Porcia, IT
Part of the exclusive Cartocci collection, this bottle-shaped sculpture was handcrafted using paper clay, a clay-base mixture enriched with natural fibers to make it more pliable dur...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Lalique signed Centre Piece, France
Located in Rijssen, NL
Luxury at its finest, high-end crystal bowl made and signed by Lalique.  This rare Lalique centerpiece adorned with orchids on each end. This oval shaped centerpiece bowl has underst...
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20th Century French Modern Vases and Vessels

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Crystal

Pair of Taupe Coloured Terracotta Vases, Jars.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Taupe coloured terracotta vases, Jars. Pair of Jars, terracotta vases in the antique style. Ø 42 H. 57 cm
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Vases and Vessels

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Terracotta

Pewter & Brass Metal Cachepot
Located in Stamford, CT
Pewter and brass cachepot with brass ring pulls. Versatile design perfect as a planter or catch all. No makers mark or signature.
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1980s American Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Brass, Pewter

Glaciar Tall Silver Alpaca & Bordeaux Onyx Stone Flower Vase
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
Glaciar collection is meticulously handcrafted by our local artisans with these rectangular onyx pieces set around alpaca silver flower vases, boxes and trays. Our pieces are made b...
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2010s Argentine Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Stone, Onyx, Metal

1960's Swedish Crystal Vase 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 ...
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20th Century Swedish Modern Vases and Vessels

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Crystal

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

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Ceramic

Archimede Seguso Rossoe Bianco Vase 1950
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Archimede Seguso Rossoe Bianco Vase 1950 This stunning Archimede Seguso Rosso e Bianco Vase, crafted in Murano, Italy, circa 1950, is a masterpiece of mid-century glass artistry. Fe...
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20th Century Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Raaquu Kumo Raku Pottery Vase - Half 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

fferrone Contemporary Minimal Double Black Steel Flower Sculptural Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
Two 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 Double vase can uniquely accommodate a single stem to full flower...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Vases and Vessels

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Stainless Steel

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

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Brass

Large Vase from China, 21st Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
"Large Vase from China, 21st Century". Celadon color, modern work, decorative, XXI century.
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Vases and Vessels

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Other

Tro of Swarovski Porcelain & Jeweld Crystal “Milik” Vases Rare Sold Out Edition
Located in Palm Springs, CA
This is the most chic, modern collection by Swarovski. And very RARE. Designed by Artist Martin Zendron for Swarovski Crystal Co, Austria in 2005, the edition was retired and com...
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Early 2000s Austrian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

Contemporary Rabbit Hand Blown Glass Vase Spring Animal Cute Bunny Decanter Pot
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Introducing the whimsical Rabbit Vase, a charming hand-blown glass creation by the talented Simone Crestani. This delicate decanter, crafted entirely in tr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass

Pair of Italian Porcelain Silver Lustre Nautilus Cachepots
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Italian porcelain silver lustre nautilus cachepots, Each one bright and shiny, modeled of nautilus clam shell, of good size 13.5" wide x 9.5" high x 7.5" deep, the interior m...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Porcelain

Contemporary Burnt and Wazed Oak Large Black Disk Tray by Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
Disk tray large black by Arno Declercq. Dimensions: D43 x W43 x H9 cm. Meterials: burned and waxed Oak. Signed by Arno Declercq. Arno Declercq Belgia...
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2010s Belgian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Oak

White & Clear Swirl Art Glass Murano Large Handkerchief Bowl, Modern, 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful Murano hand blown Italian art glass handkerchief bowl with some small air bubbles in the glass. A beautiful piece of art for any room. Found at an Estate Sale in Verona, It...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Pair of Taupe Coloured Terracotta Vases, Jars.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Taupe coloured terracotta vases, Jars. Pair of Jars, terracotta vases in the antique style. Ø 40 H. 57 cm
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Terracotta

Petite White Clear Swirl Art Glass Murano Flower Design Bowl, Modern, 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful Murano hand blown Italian art glass bowl in calyx style. A beautiful piece of art for any room. Found at an Estate Sale in Verona, Italy.
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

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

Materials

Steel

Large Architectural Pottery Stoneware Vase David Cressey
Located in Los Angeles, CA
California design. Rare. Limited. Survivor. This form was usually made from a mold into lamps with a textured pattern, drilled hole for plug, wood base and hardware. This one has n...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Stoneware

Contemporary Vase, Arabescato Viola Marble Brown Glass Cylinder by Erik Olovsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Drill vases Part chaos and part control, drill vases are an exercise in improvisation. The origin of the project lies in Carrara, and the small fragments...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Marble

Set of 2 Osaka Bowls Big by 101 Copenhagen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 osaka bowls big by 101 Copenhagen Designed by Nicolaj Nøddesbo & Tommy Hyldahl Dimensions: L 25 / W 25 / H 22 cm Materials: Fiber Concrete Osaka is inspired by ceramic...
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2010s Danish Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Concrete

Nunki Carlo Moretti Contemporary Mouth Blown Murano Glass Vase
Located in New York, NY
Carlo Moretti Nunki contemporary mouth blown Murano glass vase in clear glass with red stripe overlay. Part of the I Piccoli collection, small in size but gives a considerable amoun...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Tall Studio Pottery Ceramic Glazed Vase Warren Mackinzie
Located in Atlanta, GA
A tall cylinder shape stoneware vase by American studio potter Warren MacKenzie (1924-2018). The vase displays a slightly ambiguous shape between circle and sqaure and it features tw...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Contemporary Japanese White Glaze Ceramic Vase by Manji Inoue
By Inoue Manji
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large glazed white porcelain vase in the jar-form by Japanese ceramic artist Inoue Manji (Japanese, b. 1929). Minimalistic in form, the vase is pure white with a very subtle blue h...
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Late 20th Century Japanese Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Coffee Offset Vase Big by 101 Copenhagen
Located in Geneve, CH
Coffee offset vase big by 101 Copenhagen Designed by Nicolaj Nøddesbo & Tommy Hyldahl Dimensions: L 60 / W 40 / H 48 cm Materials: Fiber concrete Offse...
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2010s Danish Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Concrete

Gambaro e Poggi Scavo Handled Frosted Turquoise Murano Vase
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Frosted Aquamarine Gambaro and Poggi Scavo Murano Glass Vase, Circa 1990s. Featuring a handcrafted frosted Agean blue and green ancient Roman style g...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Tall Vintage Display Vase, English, Cut Crystal Glass, Flower Sleeve, Decorative
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a tall vintage display vase. An English, cut crystal glass flower sleeve, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1990. Appealing tapered form with a bright, decorative appea...
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1990s British Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Cut Glass

Vintage Awaji Pottery Manipulated Drip Vase
Located in Wilton, CT
Large Awaji pottery drip vase with thick, multicolored lava glaze suspended above the unglazed lower portion of the vase. Impressed four character mark on side of base. Drill hole pr...
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1930s Japanese Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Pottery

Emilio Robba Sculptor of Flowers Purple Boutique Vase Urn Sculpture 12"
Located in Dayton, OH
Rare French Emilio Robba dark purple lacquered boutique vase - round form with a hammered texture and tapered, angled opening trimmed with a trio of gold painted lines. Weighted base...
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Late 20th Century Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Lacquer

Handcrafted Glass Vase By LSA International, Poland 1990s
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Handcrafted Glass Vase By LSA International, Poland 1990s
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1990s Polish Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass

Tetris Planter, Rose Pink Fiberglass Planters
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fiberglass planters suitable for indoor or outdoor use. Made by hand in Vietnam. Lead time 8 weeks unless in stock. Dimensions: H 18 in. x D 9 in. x W 18 in.
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2010s Vietnamese Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Fiberglass

Sandra Johnstone Abstract Stack Salt-Fired Vase 1970s California
Located in Oakland, CA
Amazing salt-fired abstract stack vase by well listed potter, Sandra Johnstone c1970s. Johnstone (1936-1991) studied with Peter Voulkos at UC Berkeley in the early 1950s. She was at ...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Clay

Vintage Pablo Picasso Edition Madura Visage Pitcher 1955
Located in Oakland, CA
Authentic Pablo Picasso edition Madura Visage Pitcher c1955. Only 500 of these exist. Stamped ‘Madoura Plein Feu/EditionPicasso’ and other markings present. Stunning example from an ...
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1950s French Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

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Clay

Organic Modern Ceramic Botryoidal Bubbly Planter in Black by Forma Rosa Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Our Bubbly Collection strengthens the poetic relationship between digital design and hand craft. Through the process of generative design, The form of t...
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2010s Peruvian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

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

Materials

Murano Glass

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

Materials

Art Glass

Blue Butterflies Vase, Vessel Glazed Ceramic, Majolica Ornament, Handmade 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

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Ceramic, Majolica

Hana R Mini Vase Raku Ceramic - Half Copper Matte - Handmade Home Decor Gift
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...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Copper

Dali Vase, Glass Object
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
"Add an Artistic Touch to Your Space with the Captivating Dali Vase Glass Object Elevate your interior design with the mesmerizing beauty of the Dali Vase Glass Object. Inspired by t...
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2010s Turkish Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass

AI Ceramic Mini Urn, Full Copper Matte, Ceramic Raku Pottery
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Ai ~ Love Our Ai Mini Urn is our smallest design in this range. It is a half-palm sized piece that is best used to keep visual representation of the memory of a loved one. This urn ...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Copper

In Stock in Los Angeles, Blue & Gold Sasa Vase, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A superb work of art handcrafted of clay, this stunning vase depicts in a detailed way the masculine features of a Moor's head, adorned with fruit and flowers. Typical of the Sicilia...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Gold Leaf

A Wonderful Baccarat Cobalt Blue Crystal Oceanie Vase Modern French
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful crystal Oceanie cobalt blue collar vase designed by the French artist Thomas Bastide (born 1954) for Baccarat. Made in France, the vase features a cylindrical barrel stop...
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20th Century French Modern Vases and Vessels

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Crystal

Hans Merz for Meissen, large porcelain vase with geometric pattern
Located in København, Copenhagen
Hans Merz for Meissen. Large porcelain vase in a modern design with a geometric pattern and white glaze. Model number 50231. Approximately from the 1970s. Marked. Third factory quali...
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1970s German Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Porcelain

Marga II Vessel by Raquel Vidal and Pedro Paz
Located in Geneve, CH
Marga II Vessel by Raquel Vidal and Pedro Paz Exclusive for Galerie Philia Dimensions: Ø 22 x H 23 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

Large Hollóháza Porcelain Vase, Art Deco Motifs and Gold Border, Mid-20th C
Located in København, Copenhagen
Large Hollóháza porcelain vase. Art Deco motifs and gold border. Mid-20th century. Measures: 30 x 16 cm. In excellent condition. Stamped.
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Mid-20th Century Hungarian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

1970s Barovier Style Modern Blue and Gold Murano Glass Vase
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This 1970s beautiful Murano glass vase in a Barovier-style exhibits the distinct characteristics of Murano glass craftsmanship, renowned for its elaborate and luxurious designs. The ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Vessel 01 in Natural Smooth Clay. Handmade by Jade Paton for Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
For the La Terra collection, Lemon collaborated with renowned artist Jade Paton. Jade creates contemporary sculptures out of clay. Her main source of inspir...
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2010s South African Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Venini Opalino Large Vase in Amber Murano Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opalino large vase in amber Murano glass by Venini. The Opalino vase is all about sophisticated and unique colors, thanks to the use of the traditional Opalino technique. This method...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Modern Cast Brass, Chiseled Timber and Resin Dawa Ice Bucket
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
This modern ice bucket is part of the egg designs Dawa luxury bar collection and is a great addition to any home cocktail bar, or simply as a place t...
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2010s South African Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Black Candle Holder in Oak, Bunker by Arno Declercq
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary black candle holder in oak, bunker by Arno Declercq Dimensions: W 32 x L 32 x H 50 cm Materials: Burned and waxed oak Made by ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Wood, Oak

AI Ceramic Mini Urn, Smoked Raku, Ceramic Raku Pottery
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Ai ~ Love Our Ai Mini Urn is our smallest design in this range. It is a half-palm sized piece that is best used to keep visual representation of the memory of a loved one. This urn can be sealed permanently. Height : 1.8in ( 4.5cm ) Width : 2.4in ( 6.1cm ) Capacity : 3.4 Oz / 100 ml Available in 5 different finishes: Smoked Raku...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Copper

MUSE L Saffron: Bohemian crystal glass vases with unique curves
Located in Berlin, DE
Beauty lies in a reaching for order, but not in grasping it. These sensuous, full-bodied crystal vases were developed in dialogue with Berlin’s cult florist Marsano and artisanal gl...
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2010s Czech Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Blown Glass

Raaquu Hikari Raku Pottery Vase - Full Copper Matte - Handmade Ceramic, Malaysia
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Hikari (光) ~ (n) light This Hikari Vase is a circular thrown vase with a wide uneven mouth and small round base. Its miniature shape exudes a sense of flow, making it easy to blend ...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Copper

Original Pair of Seguso Scavo Vases in Murano Glass and Bronze Venice 1980s
Located in Villaverla, IT
Original Pair of Seguso Scavo Vases in Murano Glass and Bronze Venice 1980s. Entirely handmade in the 1980s, this pair of cone vases is an artwork by...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Bronze

Venini Deco Glass Vase in Indigo by Napoleone Martinuzzi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase in aquamarine designed by Napoleone Martinuzzi in 1930. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or statement piece for any room. Dimensions: 26 cm diameter x...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Art Glass

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.

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