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Space Age Vases and Vessels

SPACE AGE STYLE

Vintage Space Age furniture captured post–World War II optimism with swooping shapes, bowed lines and experimentation with new materials including plastic and fiberglass.

From the launch of the Sputnik 1 satellite in 1957 to the landing of Apollo 11 astronauts on the moon in 1969, the space race between the Soviet Union and the United States propelled advancements in technology that transformed culture. Space Age design encompassed fashion, architecture, cars, furniture and objects for the home, bringing wonder and hope for the future into everyday life.

Coinciding with Pop art, Space Age style featured bold colors and forms. Eero Aarnio’s Ball chair, which debuted in 1966, used molded fiberglass for a capsule-like space while Verner Panton’s 1959 Panton chair was a single piece of molded plastic for a gravity-defying S shape. Red versions of Olivier Mourgue’s 1964 Djinn chair were futuristic enough to appear on the space station in Stanley Kubrick’s 1968 film 2001: A Space Odyssey. Today, Joe Colombo is revered as a master of modern Italian design thanks to the provocative modular furniture pieces he created, such as the Tube chair and the Elda armchair, both of which embody the future-forward spirit of the Space Age.

The Space Age spirit extended to home building too. The futuristic Case Study Houses, which were designed by the likes of Pierre Koenig, Charles and Ray Eames, Richard Neutra and Whitney R. Smith, are considered a high point of modernism and the Southern California lifestyle.

Sometimes the nods to space exploration were more literal, like moon and star motifs or the 1965 Eclisse lamp by Vico Magistretti that saw the mid-century Italian designer integrating a movable inner shade to “eclipse” the light source. Alongside the pioneering moon missions, JVC manufactured the Videosphere portable television reminiscent of the Apollo 11 space helmets.

Although the style faded in the 1970s — with the 1975 joining of the Apollo and Soyuz spacecrafts signaling a new era of cooperation and the global oil crisis impacting the availability of plastics — the era’s innovations influenced designers into the 21st century such as Zaha Hadid and Djivan Schapira.

Find a collection of vintage Space Age seating, tables, lighting and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Space Age
Seventies Vase “Spider web” made by Scheurich Keramik Germany
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Amazing spider web vase in a vibrant orange with black fat lava. These vases are very sought after and in this size difficult to find.
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Space Age Vase by Royal Porzellan Bavaria Germany
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
In a perfect condition this stunning vase, very Space Age.
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Arthur Elliott for ANRI "Universum" Space Age Chess Set
By ANRI
Located in Skokie, IL
ANRI "Universum" Space Age Walnut and Maple Chess Set A strikingly modern "Universum" or Space Age chess set made in Italy by ANRI. The set is contained in a finely crafted wooden case with brass hinges and a brass clasp. Inside the case, two separate felt-lined compartments cradle the chess pieces. The chess pieces are crafted from kiln-dried white maple and black walnut. They are nicely carved and lightly weighted. The entire set is in excellent condition. The chess pieces were designed by Arthur...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Brass

Blue & Clear Murano Glass 1960s-1970s Vase/Bottle Attributed to Barovier e Toso
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Thick Murano glass vase/bottle in blue shades attributed to Barovier and Toso Italian glasswork. Excellent condition.
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Seventies Fat Lava Vase by Scheurich Keramik Germany
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Nicely colored in orange, brown and black Fat Lava vase from the Seventies.
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

1960 Scheurich "Lava" Germany Ceramic Enamel Red Horses Vase Umbrella Stand
Located in Brescia, IT
Vase Scheurich Ceramic Germany, 1960 Ceramic Black and Red Lava Perfect Condiction
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1960s Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Space Age Vase by Kingston Pottery
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Beautiful timeless piece of ceramics by Kingston Pottery UK.
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1970s British Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Space Age Porcelain Vase by Krautheim & Adelberg - MCM Masterpiece 1960s
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Step into the captivating world of mid-century modern design with this beautiful space age porcelain vase, a stunning relic from the 1960s. Crafted by the esteemed porcelain manufact...
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

Seventies Fat Lava Vases Germany (3 pcs)
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Three vibrant colored vases. The highest vase is from Scheurich Keramik and the height is 28 cm The orange vase is from Bay Keramik and its height is 20 cm The triangle vase is fro...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Seventies Fat Lava Vase by Dieter Peter for Carstens Keramik Germany
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Beautiful rare Carstens Keramik vase. Teal fat lava glaze with circular fonds in 3D relief, designed by Dieter Peter in 1970s. This model Is part of Carstens high end Luxus Series.
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

1970s Stunning Space Age Vase in Ceramic by Brambilla. Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Space age vase in ceramic by Brambilla. Made in Italy, It's in excellent condition diam 5,90" x 14,37" H inches diam cm 15 x cm 36,5 H
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Seventies Fat Lava Vase by Scheurich Keramik Germany
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Nicely colored Fat Lava vase from the Seventies.
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Murano, 1950, Italian, Attributed to Flavio Poli
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Murano We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'Vi...
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1950s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Fratelli Toso Murano Opalescent Lavender Bubbles Italian Art Glass Flower Vase
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown opalescent, light purple / lavender and controlled bubbles Italian art glass flower vase. The piece is documented to the Fratelli Toso company. It...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass

1970s Gorgeous Set of 3 Vases in Murano Glass, Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Gorgeous set of 3 vases in Murano glass. The items are in excellent condition. Dimensions: Blu vase diameter 3,14" x 10,23" height inches Blu vase diameter 8 cm x 26 height...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Salviati Murano Orange White Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass 1950s Genie Decanter
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Gorgeous, and rare design, vintage Murano hand blown orange and white stripes, with gold flecks Italian art glass genie bottle decanter. Attributed to designer Alfredo Barbini for th...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Gold Leaf

Seventies vase by Carstens Keramik Germany
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Very nice model of a 70s Carstens Keramik vase.
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1970s Dutch Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

1970s Pewter Bowls and Vases by Gjlla Giani for Sormani Nucleo, Italy
Located in Arosio, IT
The Space Age had its own accessories: elements that looked like spaceships or radars. In the early Seventies, Gjlla Giani designed for Sormani Nucleo of Arosio, Italy, a vast series...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Pewter

Seventies Vase ‘Pagoda’ made by Scheurich Keramik Germany
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Nice Seventies vase. Model: Pagoda. In brown and red glaze.
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Vintage sculptural & Rare Ceramic Vase in Chrome Finish , with holes 1970's
Located in Milano, IT
Ceramic Vase - Ceramic Sculpture - Italian Ceramic Vase - Rare Object This is an intriguing and rare ceramic vase, coated in a shiny chromed paint coat. Handcrafted in a playful an...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Vase 1950, Sing 'Querandi, Churba 4139/72' (Blown inside a tree trunk)
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Vase Blown inside a tree trunk Querandi 1950 to 1954 Otto Ullmann assumes the technical direction of the Bohemia Glass Argentina SRL glass factory in Sao Tome after his emigration to...
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1950s Argentine Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Violet Murano Glass 1960/70s vase by Fratelli Toso
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Murano "sommerso" vase in clear and violet glass manufactured in Italy by the Glasswerk Fratelli Toso. Very good condition. Original manifacturing label.
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Pair of 1960s Bohemian/Czech Glass Optical Illusion Tall Orange Vases Space Age
Located in Torquay, GB
Pair of 1960s Bohemian/Czech Glass Optical Illusion Tall Orange Vases Space Age. Optical illusion vases in gradient orange colour, ranging from flamin...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

1990s Space Age Silver Plated Atomes Vase by Richard Hutten for Christofle
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A silver plated and glass vase designed and manufactured in France by Christofle, it has never been used and it came in original box. Richard Hutten, a renowned Dutch designer known for his innovative and playful approach to design, collaborated with Christofle, a prestigious French silverware and luxury goods manufacturer, to create the Atomes Vase...
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Late 20th Century French Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Silver Plate

Op Art Ice Glass Vase by Claus Josef Riedel, Austria, 1970s
Located in Vienna, AT
A wonderful Brutalism style geometric Op Art ice glass vase from the 1970s. Designed and executed by Claus Josef Riedel in Austria. Made of thick and solid „melting“ crystal glass. L...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Crystal

1970s Gorgeous Pair of Vases in Murano Glass by Dogi, Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Gorgeous pair of vases in Murano glass by Dogi. These vases are two sculptures and they are in excellent condition. Made in Italy. Measures: diameter 6,29" x 14,17" height inc...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Space Age Gabbianelli Handmade Ceramic Vases in Orange and White, 1960s
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Embark on a journey into the captivating world of Space Age Ceramics with this exceptional set of three vintage ceramic vases, skillfully designed and crafted by Gabbianelli in Italy during the 1960s. These vases exude a distinctive shape and showcase brilliant hues of orange and green, capturing the essence of the innovative Space Age era. Each vase in this remarkable set is a testament to Gabbianelli's artistry, featuring a unique 'G' mark proudly stamped under the base. The synergy of shape, colors, and size transforms these vases into a stunning ensemble that adds a touch of Space Age splendor to any interior. Elevate your decor with this vintage ceramic vase set...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Orange Ceramic Vase 'Bowling Ball' by Enzo Bioli for Il Picchio, 1960s
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
The 'Bowling ball' vase is an artistic ceramic vase designed by the designer Enzo Bioli (Parma 1932 - 2006) and produced by the historic company "Il Picchio" founded in the 60s by Bi...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

1970s Stunning Original Big Scheurich Lava Vase
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Stunning Original Big Scheurich Lava Vase in excellent condition. This vase is beautiful, it seems a sculpture Dimensions: diameter 4,72" x 12,59"...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Fat Lava Vase by Walter Becht Germany
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Nice vase from the Walter Becht company Germany.
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Enzo Bioli Space Age Vase Ceramiche Il Picchio, 1970s
Located in Parma, IT
Il Picchio ceramic vase designed by Enzo Bioli 1970s. In polished white ceramic with space age shape and hole for flower. Signed at the base. In excellent condition.
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Pair of Vases in Murano, 1970, Italian
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Murano We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'Vi...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Italian Space Age Empoli Blown Glass Vanity Set, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of Decanter and Lidded Box Vanity Set. An eye-cathing Empoli blown glass vanity set from the Space Age Era. Italy 1960s. The set is comprisde by a...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Glass, Opaline Glass

Space Age 'Fazzoletto' Vase by Luigi Massoni for Guzzini - MCM 70s Masterpiece
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
This rare "Fazzoletto" ('Tissue' or 'Muchoir' in French) vase by Luigi Massoni for Guzzini exemplifies the ingenuity of 1970s Italian design. Crafted from polymethacrylate, a cutting...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Plastic

Italian deep blue ceramic vase centerpiece by Sele Arte, Nove 1970s
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Beautiful sculptural centerpiece in blue glazed ceramic by Sele Arte, from Nove (Vicenza), Italy. Perfect vintage condition. This vase it's original and feat...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Rosenthal Cylinder Lead Crystal Glass Vase Vessel Diagonal Base Mid-Century
Located in Miami, FL
Striking original Rosenthal Space Age Lead crystal glass cylinder vase, vessel with diagonal base, made in Germany. It will look amazing on top o...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Crystal

Space Age 'Tissue' Grey Vase by Luigi Massoni for Guzzini - MCM 70s Masterpiece
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Rare “Fazzoletto” Space Age vase by Luigi Massoni for Guzzini. Designed in the 1970s, this sculptural piece draws inspiration from a gently folded tissue, capturing the essence of fu...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Acrylic

Vintage 'Space Age' Opaline Florence Vase, Empoli, 1955s
Located in Verviers, BE
Vintage opaline from Florence. This is a rare color and size, a must have for any collector. Looks simply stunning. The piece is in excellent condition and a real beauty!  ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass, Opaline Glass

Large orange & clear Murano glass 1970s vase/umbrella stand by Cardin for Venini
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Large orange & clear Murano glass vase/umbrella stand designed by Pierre Cardin for Venini in the 1970s.The vase is made with the mold casting...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Vintage 'Space Age' Set Opaline Florence Vase, Empoli, 1955
Located in Verviers, BE
Vintage opaline from Florence. This is a rare color and size, a must have for any collector. Looks simply stunning. The piece is in excellent condition and a real beauty! With best wishes, Geert ?Early Bird Gallery...
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1950s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass, Opaline Glass

Angelo Mangiarotti, Space age brown ceramic vase, Fratelli Brambilla Italy 1968
Located in Firenze, IT
Space age brown ceramic vase designed by Angelo Mangiarotti (1921 - 2012) Fratelli Brambilla, Italy ca. 1968 H 27 cm - 22 × 8 cm Labeled and marked on the base Conditions: excell...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Studio Opi, White space age mod. Ikebana C ceramic vase, Gabbianelli Italy 1970
Located in Firenze, IT
White modern ceramic / ashtray / vase mod. Ikebana C designed by Studio OPI (F. Bettonica, M. Melocchi) Italy ca. 1970 Marked under the base H 13 cm - 24 × 24 cm Conditions: exce...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Vintage 'Space Age' Set Opaline Florence Vase, 1955
Located in Verviers, BE
Vintage opaline from Florence. This is an unusual period colorway and size, that will give a midcentury touch to your interior. Size of the smaller one H 12.6 in x D 4.33 in. ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass, Opaline Glass

Pinzan Murano Art Glass Genie Decanter Orange White Yellow Swirls Nautical Shell
Located in Miami, FL
Engraved Giuliano Pinzan stunning and rare design Murano Art Glass hand blown red, orange, peach, green and blue with nautical Seashell Motives, genie bottle decanter. The piece is ...
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2010s Aruban Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Mid-20th Century Space Age Modern Reflective Silvered Glass Footed Vase, Italy
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-20th century Space Age modern reflective silvered glass footed vase, Italy By: unknown Material: glass, silver Technique: cast, molded, polished, silvered Dimensions: 7 in x 8.5...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Silver

Aquamarine, Orange and Gold Leaf 1970s Murano Glass Vase by F.lli Toso
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Small multicolored vase in clear, orange, aquamarine and gold leaf Murano glass by Toso Italian glasswork. Excellent condition.
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Late 20th Century Bulbous Polished Glass Yellow Vase of Scandinavian Design
Located in North Miami, FL
Late 20th century bulbous polished glass yellow vase of scandinavian design By: unknown Material: glass, enamel Technique: cast, enameled, glazed, polished Dimensions: 11 in x 10 in...
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Late 20th Century Scandinavian Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Enamel

1970s Astonishing Space Age White Vase in Ceramic by Gabbianelli, Made in Italy
Located in Milan, IT
1970s astonishing space age white vase in ceramic by Gabbianelli, made in Italy.
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1970s European Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Italian Red Blue Green Yellow Ceramic 1960s Urn by Sicas Sesto Fiorentino
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Italian red blue green yellow ceramic 1960s urn by Sicas Sesto Fiorentino with geometric and flower decoration. Very good condition: partially r...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Big Clear Murano Glass Bottle Attributed to Barovier & Toso, 1960s
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This big bottle was produced in Italy in the 1960s. It is made from a clear Murano glass with air bubbles inclusions which reminiscent of the Barovier and t...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Pair of Vases in Murano, 1950, Italian
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Murano We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'Vi...
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1950s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Vintage Ceramic Duo in Flame Red by Pareschi Laveno Italy, 1960s, Set of 2
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Authentic 60s ceramic decor by Pareschi Laveno - a rare table set including an ashtray and a vase. Crafted in Italy in the 1960s, the large ashtray and the quirky vase are both mad...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Seventies Large Fat Lava Vase by Scheurich Keramik Germany
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Nicely colored in blue and brown drip Fat Lava vase from the Seventies.
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Seventies Vase by Dieter Peter for Carstens Keramik Germany
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Beautiful rare Carstens Keramik vase. Designed by Dieter Peter in 1970s. This model Is part of Carstens high end Luxus Series.
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Murano, 1950, Italian, Attributed to Flavio Poli
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Murano We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'V...
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1950s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

1970s Stunning Original Big Scheurich Lava Vase
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Gorgeous big Scheurich Lava vase in excellent condition. This vase is a true piece of modern art Dimensions: diameter 4,72" x 15,74" height inc...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Seventies Vase made by Scheurich Keramik Germany
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Nice Seventies vase. In brown and orange glaze plus black fat lava.
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

1970s Gorgeous Set of 3 Vases in Murano Glass by Nason, Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
1970s gorgeous set of 3 vases in Murano glass by Nason. The items are in excellent condition. Handmade. Made in Italy Dimension: Diameter 3,14" x 11,02" Height inches Diameter 8 c...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Space Age vases and vessels for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Space Age 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, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Space Age vases and vessels made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Germany 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 Opaline florence, Fratelli Toso, Scheurich Keramik, and Ambrogio Pozzi. 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 $168 and tops out at $10,243 while the average work can sell for $771.

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