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Vases For Sale
Robert Maxwell for Pottery Craft USA Vase
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Striking modern slip-cast vase with overlapping circles motif was created by Robert Maxwell for Pottery Craft USA using his innovative glazing techn...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Pottery
Menagerie Hand-Painted Ceramic Vase - Animals
By Les Ottomans
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Enhance your living space with the whimsical charm of the Hand-Painted Ceramic Menagerie Vase. Featuring delightful depictions of playful animals carefully painted around its surface...
Category
2010s Italian Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Murano Barovier & Toso Cordonato D'oro Art Glass Vase
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stunning mid-century Italian Murano red art glass Cordonata D'oro vase with a tri-corn top. The vase is heavily made standing on a clear glass rounded foot with a vertical ribbed d...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Sophisticated pewter vase in Swedish Grace dated 1936
Located in Knivsta, SE
Sophisticated pewter vase in Swedish Grace. Made by J.L. Hultman in Stockholm, Sweden and dated 1936 (K8). The vase is simply and elegantly decorated in a period design.
Wear consis...
Category
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Vases
Materials
Pewter
Fish Design by Gaetano Pesce - Amazonia Vase - L Size - Ruby, Light Blue, Brown
Located in barasso, IT
Amazonia Vase - Clear Ruby, Clear Light Blue, Clear Brown And Matt Pastel Blue
Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce for Fish Design 1995 collection.
Measures: L - ø 22cm x H ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Arts and Crafts Vases
Materials
Resin
Set of 2 Cosmos Vases in Shagreen, Shell and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Vases
Materials
Brass
Handmade Ceramic Vase #695 in Dark Green with Green Tencel Braid and Fringe
Located in Proctorsville, VT
Vase #695 by Karen Gayle Tinney
Equal parts functional and sculptural, this vase is the perfect size for a small bouquet but packs enough detail for it to stand alone as a decorativ...
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Cotton
Bitossi pottery vase, Rimini Blue, By Aldo Londi, Italy
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
Classic Aldo Londi Bitossi ceramic vase from the Rimini blue range. A gorgeous Mid-century modern retro classic, with really nice glazing, the colors are what makes these vases so sp...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vases
Materials
Wicker, Art Glass
Marble Vase Decorative Sculpture White Arabescato Marble Handmade Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Important sculptural vase carved by hand from a solid block of Arabescato marble.
Vase dimension: D 52 x H 45 cm.
Available in different marble, onyx and quartzite.
Limited edition of 35.
Each vase is hand signed and numbered by the artists (engraved), 100% handmade in Italy and comes with a “Certificate of Authenticity”.
Marble is a natural material, every piece is unique as each marble block is different in veins and color shades. All of our creations are handmade by Italian artisans and can slightly vary in shape and size. This is to be considered as a guarantee of a handmade object.
All Pieruga objects are made of precious and natural marbles and onyx. Marble is sensitive to acid-based liquids, especially a prolonged contact with substances such as wine, lemon, vinegar, fruit juices, cola and alcohol can stain the surface.
Cleaning should be carried out with a soft sponge, water and neutral detergent. Do not use metallic or abrasive sponges, do not wash in the dishwasher, do not use in the microwave. The color of the marble after washing can undergo variations due to the humidity trapped in the surface’s micro-pores. Once fully dried it will regain its original color. The brass inlays tend to oxidize over time, to make them return to shine again use a soft cotton pad soaked in a solution of water and traditional Marseille soap, gently rub over the brass inserts and rinse the surface thoroughly. We are against the use of chemical products, all Pieruga objects are processed and polished through long manual processes without the use of polishing liquids.
Pieruga proudly creates elegant accessories and complements in marble through artisanal processes, bringing into dialogue ancient techniques of sculpture with advanced technologies. 100% handmade in Italy.
Our Mission is a clear Signal of opposition to the enormous waste that occurs in the extraction and processing of large blocks of marble, tons of material are discarded and thrown, in disfigurement to the generosity of our mountains.
Rediscovering the ancient art of manual sculpture we give new life to even the smallest fragment of marble, bringing to light its millenary beauty that is lost in more than 2000 years of architecture and sculpture.
Pieruga Marble...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Marble
Pair of Tapio Wirkkala White Porcelain "Pollo" Vases for Rosenthal Studio Linie
By Rosenthal
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An amazing set of two midcentury studio art porcelain vases made in Germany, by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal, circa 1980s. Vases are in very good condition with no chips, cracks, or ...
Category
1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Nils Lamberg for Orrefors Sommerso Grey and Clear Glass Vase
Located in Barcelona, ES
Scandinavian Modern Sommerso Smoked Grey Tall Glass Vase by Nils Landberg for Orrefors
Elegant smoked grey and clear sommerso glass vase. Designed by Nils Landberg and manufactured ...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Sommerso
Empoli Glass Vase, Italy, 1960 in Red Color with Relief Patterns
By Empoli
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This is a genuine Empoli art glass large vase, with the stick used by Emploli, whiten made in Italy. This is a Murano glass, the vase is heavy and large, and in a perfect condition. ...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Contemporary Gaetano Pesce Spaghetti L Vase Soft Resin Clear White
Located in barasso, IT
Spaghetti vase, clear, white.
Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection.
Measures: L ø 22cm x H 36cm
Othe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Resin
Amalfi, Contemporary Porcelain Vase with Decorative Design by Vito Nesta
By Vito Nesta
Located in Milano, Lombardia
The Classic design of this porcelain vase comes back to life with retro decorations with a contemporary flavor. The Italian coast of Amalfi inspires t...
Category
2010s Italian Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Sommerso murano glass vase style Flavio Poli, Italy 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Original Murano glass vase Sommerso in style Flavio Poli made in Italy in the 1970s.
The vintage vase is in very good vintage condition, with no damage.
Dimensions:
Width: 9 cm / 3...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Art Glass Vase with Sodium Bubbles Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala 1940s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Art Glass Vase with Sodium Bubbles Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala 1940s
A rare art glass vase designed by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala Glassworks in the 1940s. Free blown crystal clear gl...
Category
1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Baccarat Set of Structured Exquise Clear Crystal Vases, France, 1990
By Saint Louis, Baccarat
Located in Rijssen, NL
Glorifying the effects of refracted light for 170 years, the iconic Baccarat and Saint Louis vases are well-known all over the world.
Two crystal masterpieces of exceptional proport...
Category
1990s French Modern Vases
Materials
Crystal
Whisper Vase Sculpture, Handmade Organic Shape in Terracotta White
Located in New York, US
Unique and organic shape featuring a stunning hand-crafted textures giving a touch of elegance to any space. Each piece is the work of individual artisan, making each piece one-of-a-...
Category
2010s Indonesian Vases
Materials
Terracotta
Antique Large Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Hawk Floral Vase
Located in New York, NY
An antique Japanese Meiji period cloisonne vase with an eagle. Circa early 20th century, 1900s. The vase is decorated with an autumn landscape with white chrysanthemums and an image ...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Vases
Materials
Enamel
Tapio Wirkkala Iceberg Still Mold Blown Crystal Vase 3825
Located in New York, NY
Tapio Wirkkala still-mold blown crystal "Iceberg" vase.
Hand Incised signature to underside: [Tapio Wirkkala 3825].
Measures 7¾ H × 8 W × 7 D in...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Crystal
Mid-Century Modern Large Glass Vase GullaSkruf Sweden, 1950s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This wonderful large vase made in Sweden at GullaSkruf was designed by Kjell Blomberg in the 1950s.
It has a lovely color and as many of the designers from Sweden the light has a ce...
Category
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vases
Materials
Glass
1929 René Lalique - Vase Milan Glass With Sepia Patina
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Vase "Milan" made in frosted glass with a sepia patina by René Lalique in 1929.
Stamped signature.
Perfect condition. Very beautiful patina.
Height: 28 cm
Félix Marcilh...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Antique Large Figural Art Pottery Vessel by S. Hublet, Beige Art Deco Style Vase
By S. Hublet
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Art Deco style stoneware vase attributed to S. Hublet (Sylvain Hublet). Hand-crafted, this vessel has a granite like beige, pink and black surface accented by freeform chevr...
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Sommerso Murano Glass Vase Pink/ Green, Italy, circa 1960/70
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Highly decorative mid century Murano Glass Vase from the renown workshops in Italy around 1960/70. A fantastic shaped, mid-sized vase with twisted body combined with a lovely coloration from pink tones down to a bright green on the base. An exceptional designed Murano masterpiece...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Blue and Grey "Scavo" Murano Glass Vases, Italy, Bottacin Venezia, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing pair of mid-century "SCAVO" stained glass vases. These wonderful set was realized in Venice, Italy in the 1960s and are signed by Bottacin.
Elegant in shape and of extraordi...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
1921 René Lalique - Vase Ronces Cased Opalescent Glass With Blue Patina
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Vase "Ronces" made in cased opalescent glass with blue patina by René Lalique in 1921.
Engraved signature.
Perfect condition. very nice patina.
height: 23.5 cm
Félix Marcilhac, R...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
18th Century Spanish Granada Antique Lebrillo Bowl XL
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A very large antique Spanish Lebrillo mixing bowl in earthenware, made of hand crafted terra cotta, originating from Granada, Spain. Featuring a glaz...
Category
18th Century Spanish Antique Vases
Materials
Terracotta
"Thorny" Luxury Vases Set of 3 Pieces, Handmade in Italy, 2021, Hand Painted
By Elica Studio
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.
This collection is made by 4 beautiful...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Gold Leaf
Handmade Spikes White Round Ceramic Vase
By OWO Ceramics
Located in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, AR
Beautiful white round ceramic vase, perfect for displaying your favorite flower arrangements. Offering a unique view from every angle, this round ceramic vase crosses the line between functionality and ornament. Use it as a fully functional flower vase or as an adornment for your home.
All vases...
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Pottery
Pair of Austrian Royal Vienna Porcelain Encrusted Floral Vases
Located in Soquel, CA
Pair of exquisite 19th century Royal Vienna porcelain vases. A fine example of the Neo-Classical Austrian style, these vases are decorated with an ornate garden floral motif. Encrusted with sculptural bunches of pink and yellow roses, and painted with tiny bees, butterflies, and gold accents.
The Royal Vienna mark (Bindenschild, or shield) appears on the base of each vase in blue.
Each vase measures 7"H x 4"W x 4"D.
History of The Royal Vienna Porcelain Factory:
The Royal Vienna Porcelain factory was founded in 1717 by Claudius Innocentius Du Paquier...
Category
19th Century Austrian Neoclassical Antique Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Bronze Art Deco Vase by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful bronze vase with amazing patina.
Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s.
Great condition, with only some light scratches.
Stamped 'BRONS' and makers mark.
Category
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Vases
Materials
Bronze
Antique 1890s Pair of Victoria Austria Vase "Marked"
By Limoges
Located in Norton, MA
Antique 1890s pair of Victoria Austria vase. Comprising Austrian porcelain vases with hand-painted decorated scenes of cattle watering. Measure: Heigh...
Category
Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Arne Bang, Vase, Stoneware, Denmark, 1930s
By Arne Bang
Located in High Point, NC
A fluted brown-glazed stoneware vase designed and produced by Arne Bang, Denmark, 1930s.
Category
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Bertil Vallien Kosta Boda Minos Glass Vases, Sweden, 1984
Located in Bochum, NRW
Bertil Vallien Kosta Boda Minos Glass Vases, Sweden, 1984
Bertil Vallien's vases with a swelling body, and swirling white decor. It was traditionally mouth-blown, giving it a uniq...
Category
1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Vases
Materials
Glass, Blown Glass
Pink Marble Pedestal Bowl XL
Located in Eindhoven, NB
A substantial pink marble bowl with unique white veining rests atop a pedestal for a grand presentation of fruits and vegetables.
Exposure to the acid of citrus fruits can stain ma...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Vases
Materials
Marble
Umbrella Holder Stand with Bamboo Design, circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
A white glazed ceramic umbrella holder stand with bamboo design, circa late-20th century, 1988. Piece can also double as a tall vase. Measureme...
Category
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Vessel 07 in Smooth Stoneware Clay. Handmade by Jade Paton for Lemon
By 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...
Category
2010s South African Modern Vases
Materials
Clay, Ceramic
German Mid-Century Modern Pottery Fat Lava Vase, Germany, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An amazing midcentury studio art pottery vase made in Germany, circa 1970s. Vase is in very good condition with no chips, cracks, or flea bites. Signed with makers mark.
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Ame Vase, Handmade Textured Terracotta Jug in Beige
Located in New York, US
The Ame Vase, with its distinctive form, subtly enhances vignettes through textured details. Crafted by hand from terracotta clay, it exudes rustic charm to add an elegant touch to its overall presence.
Natural variation in the material and hand crafted pieces means no two are the same. Note that this product is delicate, so please handle with care and clean gently.
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Rumma, a home decor & furniture brand based in NYC, was founded from generational love...
Category
2010s Indonesian Vases
Materials
Terracotta
Ystad Metall, vase in brass, Swedish Modern mid1900s.
By Ystad-Metall
Located in Stockholm, SE
A beautiful vase in brass in the style of Art Deco, Scandinavian mid-1900s.
By Ystad Metall, Sweden.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Glass Vase Amber Colored, Austria, circa 1920
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Delicate 20th century glass vase from the Art Deco period, circa 1920 in Austria. The lovely vase knows how to convince, a great designed piece of glass, adorned by a special cut whi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Art Deco Vases
Materials
Glass
Antique Pair Japanese Chinese Imari Porcelain Ormolu Table Lamps Blue Red Gilt
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Stunning Pair Traditional Japanese Imari Bulbous Form Porcelain Vases of medium to large proportions, now converted to a pair of electric Table Lamps, complete with ormolu stepped ci...
Category
19th Century Chinese Late Victorian Antique Vases
Materials
Ormolu
Vase Vessel Sculpture Solid Block White Arabescato Marble Carrara Handmade Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Important sculptural vase carved by hand from a solid block of Arabescato marble.
Vase dimension: D 52 x H 45 cm. Available in different marbles.
Limited edition of 35.
Each vase...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Marble
KPM Berlin "Juventute" Porcelain Vase
Located in Vienna, AT
"Juventute" vase white porcelain with glossy glaze, designed by KPM workshop in 1890.
Category
1950s German Art Nouveau Vintage Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Contemporary Fish Design Gaetano Pesce Medusa M Vase Soft Resin Green
Located in barasso, IT
Medusa vase, Matt green
Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection.
Measures: M ø 16cm x H 26cm
Other sizes available
Colours: Matt g...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Resin
1976 Modernist Art Pottery Glazed Stoneware Vase signed
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Modernist Art Pottery Glazed Stoneware Vase signed
1976 appears as Richard Carmels
9 h. X 8 diameter
Preowned vintage, refer to images provided.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Pottery
A pair of extra large glass vases by Per Lutken for Holmegaard
By Holmegaard, Per Lütken
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of extra large hand blown glass vases by Per Lutken for Holmegaard, Denmark , Circa 1960th.
One vases signed and dated. Dimensions : H 15.75" x 12.5" x 11". (H 15.25" x 12.5" ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Clear Special Large Red Vase by Gaetano Pesce
Located in Milan, IT
This stunning vase belongs to the Fish Design Collection of iconic, unique pieces designed by Gaetano Pesce. Chalice shape, it is strikingly han...
Category
2010s Italian Vases
Materials
Resin
French 1970's Geometric Design Clear Pressed Glass Vase
By Luminarc
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful geometric shaped three sided clear pressed glass vase with
wonderful heavy weight, reflects the light brilliantly.
Signed France on bot...
Category
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
New Modern Flower Vase in Black Marble, creator Karen Chekerdjian
Located in Milan, IT
The value of change in a simple act. Karen Chekerdjian’s new creation puts design front and centre: from one foundation, multiple possibilities. Whether empty or filled with flowers,...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Marble
Antique Miniature Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Celadon Color Vase with Butterflies
Located in New York, NY
A miniature Japanese Meiji period vase, 1868 to 1912. The globular vase slightly tapering to the bottom decorated in polychrome enamels and copper wi...
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Vases
Materials
Enamel, Copper
Paul Hilditch Moorcroft Limited Edition London Architectural Riverscape Vase
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stunning Moorcroft London Architectural limited edition vase recording Docklands to The City of London from the embankment by Paul Hilditch and conceived in 2011. This large tall bulbous vase is richly glazed with tour-de-force tubelining skills with three scenes framed between tall ornate Victorian gas lights. The scenes run from Docklands with the river Thames in the foreground with the Thames Barrier and with the Dome overshadowed by the tall and iconic architectural buildings which make up the famous Docklands skyline. The second scene shows the large dome of St Pauls Cathedral with an iconic London red double decker bus in the foreground with the third scene showing one of the most iconic buildings of modern London the Gherkin set amidst the tall City of London buildings. All in all a spectacular and exceptional vase not only by its sheer size but the incredible way it has been decorated.
It is recorded by Moorcroft as ' Every once in a while, Moorcroft create a vase that is magical. Paul Hilditch’s magnificent London is a celebration of England’s capital, framing the new architecture of the city with wonderful Victorian gas lamps...
Category
2010s English Modern Vases
Materials
Pottery
Handmade Cast Concrete Bowl in Grey by UME Studio
By UMÉ Studio
Located in Oakland, CA
An edition of 150 unique bowls, the concrete Series by UMÉ Studio expresses the tension between heavy concrete and its delicate edge generated by hand pouring. While one assumes conc...
Category
2010s American Vases
Materials
Concrete
Rare Soliflore French Art Nouveau Cameo Glass Vase, Berries Decor by Emile Galle
By Émile Gallé
Located in Bochum, NRW
Delicate soliflore vase with berries and leaves decor.
Multi-layered glass, with a decor intricately cleared with acid through vivid crimson red against a deep yellow glass ground.
T...
Category
1910s French Art Nouveau Vintage Vases
Materials
Glass
Roger Capron French Ceramic Artist Vase Day and Night Vallauris, France c 1970
Located in Chicago, IL
Roger Capron ceramic vase titled Day and Night created in 1970 with Jean Derval.
This form was often also created as a lamp.
The vase is much more rare and a similar vase is pictured...
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Pair Of Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Namikawa School
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Japanese cloisonne enamel early Meiji translucent enamel vases . Each vase has an urn shaped body, a wide neck, and a fluted base. The vases are adorned with polychrome ena...
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Vases
Materials
Enamel
Swedish Modern Nils Landberg Orrefors Sommerso Smoked Grey Glass Large Vase
Located in Barcelona, ES
Elegant smoked grey and clear sommerso glass vase. Designed by Nils Landberg and manufactured by Orrefors. Sweden, 1970s.
This hand blown glass va...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Sommerso
Handmade Spikes White Ceramic Vase II
By OWO Ceramics
Located in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, AR
Beautiful white ceramic vase, perfect for showcasing your favorite floral arrangements. Providing a unique perspective from every angle, this handmade pottery vase gracefully blurs t...
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Clay
Antique and Vintage Vases for Sale
Whether it’s a Chinese Han dynasty glazed ceramic wine vessel, a work of Murano glass or a hand-painted Scandinavian modern stoneware piece, a fine vase brings a piece of history into your space as much as it adds a sophisticated dynamic.
Like sculptures or paintings, antique and vintage vases are considered works of fine art. Once offered as tributes to ancient rulers, vases continue to be gifted to heads of state today. Over time, decorative porcelain vases have become family heirlooms to be displayed prominently in our homes — loved pieces treasured from generation to generation.
The functional value of vases is well known. They were traditionally utilized as vessels for carrying dry goods or liquids, so some have handles and feature an opening at the top (where they flare back out). While artists have explored wildly sculptural alternatives over time, the most conventional vase shape is characterized by a bulbous base and a body with shoulders where the form curves inward.
Owing to their intrinsic functionality, vases are quite possibly versatile in ways few other art forms can match. They’re typically taller than they are wide. Some have a neck that offers height and is ideal for the stems of cut flowers. To pair with your mid-century modern decor, the right vase will be an elegant receptacle for leafy snake plants on your teak dining table, or, in the case of welcoming guests on your doorstep, a large ceramic floor vase for long tree branches or sticks — perhaps one crafted in the Art Nouveau style — works wonders.
Interior designers include vases of every type, size and style in their projects — be the canvas indoors or outdoors — often introducing a splash of color and a range of textures to an entryway or merely calling attention to nature’s asymmetries by bringing more organically shaped decorative objects into a home.
On 1stDibs, you can browse our collection of vases by material, including ceramic, glass, porcelain and more. Sizes range from tiny bud vases to massive statement pieces and every size in between.