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Vases For Sale
Early 20th Century Opalescent Glass "Floral Salver" by Marius Sabino
Located in London, GB
A fabulous early 20th Century Art Deco clear and opalescent plate decorated with a symmetrical floral design. Exhibiting very fine deep sky blue colour and good hand finished surface...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Glass

Midcentury German or Scandinavian Art Pottery Vase
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish and finely made midcentury art pottery vase probably of German or Scandinavian origin. The vase is very lightly potted with a layered skirt style pattern around the bo...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vases

Materials

Pottery

Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri D'Art Incrociato Oro Glass Vase
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An absolutely stunning mid-century Italian Murano 'incrociato oro' art glass vase designed by Flavio Poli (1900-1984) for Seguso Vetri D'art around 1949. This exquisite and finely ma...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Blue Stoneware Miniature Vase by Berndt Friberg. Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden 1964
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful miniature stoneware vase with amazing light blue hare’s fur glaze. Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1964. Good condi...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Rare H.Bequet Faience Floral Relief Pitcher Vase, Belgium Ceramics
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Rare Hubert Bequet ceramic pitcher vase was decorated with a bright colorful raised pattern of abstract flowers on textured teal background. Gold accents draw attention to highly de...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Gold

Large 19th Century French Glazed Yellow Confit Pot
Located in Pearland, TX
A lovely large antique 19th century French confit pot with drippy mustard yellow glaze from the South of France, Castelnaudary. This pot or planter is hand thrown with charming handl...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Vases

Materials

Terracotta

Vintage Fused Glass Footed Vase, Hand Blown Art Glass
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Sculptural vintage vase is decorated with free-flowing fused red and yellow glass designs on mottled pink glass background; colored glass encases clear glass core, with clear glass ...
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20th Century American Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

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. ____ Rumma, a home decor & furniture brand based in NYC, was founded from generational love...
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2010s Indonesian Vases

Materials

Terracotta

Pair of Sèvres-Inspired Cobalt Blue and Gold Porcelain Vases, Scrolling Foliage
Located in Yonkers, NY
A pair of Sèvres-inspired cobalt blue and gold porcelain vases, adorned with intricate scrolling foliage and arabesque motifs. These vases echo the refined elegance of 18th-century F...
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Late 20th Century Rococo Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Murano Vintage Glass Vases Cartoccio a Bollicine
Located in Bochum, NRW
Pair of Murano vintage glass vases Cartoccio a Bollicine, in beautiful light blue and chartreuse pale green. Murano glass vases with everted ruffled rim, ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Exceptional Strong & Thick Curved Design Murano, Glass Art Floor Jardiniere Vase
Located in Lisse, NL
Great condition and all handcrafted thick glass planter or jardiniere, made in Italy. If you are looking for a truly exclusive and very stylish, extra large vase then this avantgard...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

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...
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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Vase Red Color France 1940 Ard Deco Style
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Vase in Ceramic, in a red color. With a beautiful Patina. It has been made in France, circa 1940.
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Regency English Crown Derby Pair Urns Vases Pot Pourri Centerpieces 1815
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Wonderful Rare Matched Pair of Early English Regency Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Pot Pourri or Pastile Burners of traditional form. First quarter of the Nineteenth Century. Lavishly hand decorated in Imari palette with colours of Iron Red and Cobalt Blue with gilt on an off-white ground, each rim with four projecting Lion's heads ending on four paw feet on a shaped base. Condition: Superb condition for such early items, light wear to gilding at high points and some staining inside, evidence of gilt overpainting on one cover, see image. Both bases with iron red mark for circa 1815. Diameter: (entire) 5.5" (14cm). Height: 6" (15.25cm). Location: Dublin City, Ireland. Affordable Fixed Price Worldwide Store to door shipping offered by Seller. Please take time to scroll down below and click "View All From Seller" or favorite our Shop PATRICK HOWARD...
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19th Century English Regency Antique Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Coors Pottery Skyscraper Ceramic Vase
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
This is a rare Coors Pottery vase from the 1920s. It is a beautiful Art Deco blue scrapper.
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Medusa Large Vase by Gaetano Pesce
Located in Milan, IT
Combining vivid colors and a bold silhouette, this vase will make a stylish statement in a contemporary home. This striking piece, crafted entirely of soft resin, was designed by Gae...
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2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Resin

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...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Sommerso

Meissen Schneeballen Covered Snowball Vase w/ Birds, Flowers, Leaves & Branches
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent and large Meissen Schneeballen (snowball) covered vase, richly adorned with a vibrant aviary and botanical ensemble in full three-dimensional relief. Crafted in the mid...
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19th Century German Rococo Antique Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Koi Glass Repousse Vase in the Style Of Lalique
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful Vase with Swimming Koi in the style of Lalique. The lavender opalescent glass with three dimensional fish makes a wonderful statement. The vase can stand alone as a de...
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20th Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Artisan Murano Sommerso Glass "Alto" Vase
Located in New York, NY
Whether displaying one or a collection, the elegant Alto Vase is certain to be noticed. Each long-neck vase is made using the traditional Sommerso technique,...
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2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Murano Glass, Sommerso

Pair Dragon Bronze vases Meiji period Japan
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice set of Bronze Dragon vases. Meiji period . Japan Beautiful warm color and patine . so decorative .
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1880s Japanese Meiji Antique Vases

Materials

Bronze

Amalfi, Contemporary Porcelain Vase with Decorative Design 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...
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2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Anna Ehrner for Kosta Boda Large Atoll Glass Bowl Scandinavian Modern
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Large handcrafted bowl was designed by Anna Ehrner for Kosta Boda as a part of 'Atoll' series. It has a solid, heavy clear glass walls with unique free-form pattern of hand-applied ...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Moser Large Pair Amethyst Pedestal Glass Vases with Chinese Designs
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An exceptional and large pair Moser amethyst glass vases with gilded chinoiserie patterns dating from around 1910. These tall glass vases Stand on...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Cut Glass

Elegant Amber Blown Glass Vase - Early 20th Century Spanish Artistry
Located in Barcelona, ES
Enhance your decor with the timeless elegance of this vintage amber blown glass vase from the early 20th century. Crafted by an unknown Spanish ...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

white and green art deco 20th century design ceramic vase by Gustave Asch 1940
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Gustave Asch - Sainte-Radegonde Large white and green art deco 20th century design ceramic vase Circa 1940 Signed under the base Original perfect condition Height 24 cm Large 1...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Two Ceramic Vases by Tomas Anagrius Sweden 1960's
Located in San Mateo, CA
Two incised ceramic vases by Swedish artist Tomas Anagrius. These were made at his studio in Alingsas, Sweden in the 1960's.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Large Antique Terracotta Jar
Located in Delray Beach, FL
An antique terracotta jar in grand scale ,with beautiful aged patina two side handles, the third one is missing. Good condition even though the ...
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19th Century European Antique Vases

Materials

Terracotta

White Long Head Vase
Located in Milan, IT
A decorative vase for the home, that can contain water and flowers. The pinecones above the head are an element that characterizes the Sicilian culture: a symbol of hospitality and g...
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2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Danish Designer, Vase, Ceramic, Denmark, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A brown unglazed ceramic vase designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1970s. Dimensions: 7.5” H x 10.5” Diameter Diameter of Opening: 2.8”
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1970s Danish Vintage Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Italian Designer, Sizable Vase, Murano Glass, Italy, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A sizable Murano glass vase designed and produced in Italy, c. 1970s. Dimensions: 12.125” H x 12.375” diameter 
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1970s Italian Vintage Vases

Materials

Glass

Japanese Satsuma Vase, Early 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Japanese Satsuma vase, circa early-20th century, late 1930s-1940s, Japan. Colors include red, black, gold, yellow, white, burgundy, green, and flesh tones. Dimensions: 5"...
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1930s Japanese Vintage Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery

Orchies Ceramics Factory Pair Of French Art Deco Ceramic Vases
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly invite you to read the entire description, as we provide detailed technical and historical information to ensure the authenticity of our objects. These stunning vases display clear Art Deco influences, evident in the geometric lines and squared, decorative handles adorned with elegant gilding. The tapered, symmetrical shape is typical of the 1920s and 1930s when Art Deco was at its peak. The predominant color is a deep cobalt blue, characteristic of high-quality ceramic production from that era, associated with a refined decorative style. The gilded handles create a striking and luxurious visual contrast with the rest of the design. The geometric gilded handles, distinctive in their elegance, reflect neoclassical influences reinterpreted through the lens of Art Deco. The decorative details on the handles were applied by hand, a hallmark of fine ceramic craftsmanship. The ceramic used is glazed earthenware. The glossy finish suggests the use of vitreous glazes, applied to achieve a shiny, even surface. The gilding on the handles may have been done using the ceramic lustre technique, where gold is applied at a low temperature after an initial firing, resulting in a durable, shiny finish. The vases date to the period between 1925 and 1930, as indicated by the stamps on the bottom. The Orchies pottery factory was one of the leading French manufacturers specializing in ceramics, located in Orchies, in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region. Founded in 1886 by Désiré Leroy, the company quickly gained a reputation for the quality of its products and its distinctive trademark, often featuring the silhouette of a windmill, a typical symbol of that region of France. Initially focused on decorative ceramics and household items, the factory later expanded by merging with other local manufacturers, broadening its range of products. A key figure in the company's growth was Jules Auguste Hamin, who helped drive its expansion and brand development. Orchies products were renowned for their craftsmanship and the high quality of materials used. The ceramics were produced using a variety of techniques, including terracotta and glazed stoneware. Orchies excelled in the creation of decorative vases, tableware, pitchers, and other ornamental objects. Bright colors and glossy finishes were characteristic of many of their works, which blended elements of local tradition with Art Nouveau influences. During its golden age, Orchies not only dominated the French market but also exported its ceramics to several European countries and beyond. Its quality craftsmanship and refined design made its products highly valued by both the general public and collectors of art ceramics. The Orchies factory played a major role in the French ceramic industry from the late 19th to the early 20th century, contributing significantly to the development of the Nord-Pas-de-Calais ceramic tradition. However, like many factories of the time, Orchies faced increasing industrial competition and the economic crises of the 20th century, ultimately ceasing operations in the mid-1900s. Today, Orchies ceramics are highly sought after by collectors for their beauty and rarity. The windmill silhouette, imprinted on many of their pieces, remains a distinctive mark of quality and elegance. This pair of vases is a beautiful example of French Art Deco ceramics...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Rare Barbara Brenner Rosenthal Studio Linie Op Art Wave Vase Germany Mint
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Rare Barbara Brenner Rosenthal Studio Linie Op Art Wave Vase Germany Mint Rare Barbara Brenner Rosenthal Studio Linie Op Art Wave Vase Germany Mint Spectacular Modernist Barbara ...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Baccarat Lead Crystal Rectangle Vase, Signed
Located in Ross, CA
Heavy let crystal rectangle Baccarat vase / jardiniere, made in France in the 1980's. Includes the Baccarat stamp on the bottom as well as Baccarat in cursive on the side.
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1980s French Modern Vintage Vases

Materials

Crystal

Contemporary Gaetano Pesce Indian Summer L Vase Soft Resin Blue Red
Located in barasso, IT
Indian summer vase, clear blue, matt red Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection. Measures: L ø 22cm x H 36cm Colours: clear blue, matt red ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Resin

Echo Single Fin Ceramic Vase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
These otherworldly pieces combine stark, futuristic geometry with the warmth of ancient ceramic vessels. The collection explores the dichotomy between digital repeating planes and an...
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2010s American Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Stoneware

Antique French Faience Blue & White Floral Flower Frog Vase, circa 1900
Located in Pearland, TX
A fine antique French faience hand molded flower frog vase or rose bowl, circa 1900. This charming flower frog has a hand painted floral design in vibrant cobalt blue and white. It d...
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Early 20th Century French Country Vases

Materials

Faience

Art Nouveau Majolica Vase by Sarreguemines, France
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This antique Art Nouveau double-handled majolica ceramic vase features a beautifully embossed floral motif and was made by the famous French manu...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Vases

Materials

Ceramic

AVEM Murano Tutti Frutti Murrine Multicolor Art Glass Vase, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Hand blown Murano multicolor murrine art glass vase with gold leaf flecks. Attributed to Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.), Italy, 1950s. Exquisite and sculptural handblown Murano glass vase with an eye-catching 'Tutti Frutti' design different from all sides, multicolor murrine decorations and Aventurine gold flecks. This highly decorative vase shows a magnificent art glass work and it is in excellent condition. To be exhibited alone or as a part of a Murano glass collection. Lovely to be used as decorative vase or flower vase and perfect as a gift idea. Measures: 23 cm H x 20 cm W x 10 cm D // 9,05 in H x 7,87 in W x 3,93 in D A curated selection of Murano glass vases and other decorative objects is avaliable at our 1stdibs marketplace. We invite you to enjoy the whole collection. Tutti Frutti Murano Art Glass Vase // AVEM Murano Glass Vase...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

Orrefors Carat Vase Small
Located in Wilkes Barre, PA
The Carat collection is based on a contemporary interpretation of the traditional cut glass for which Orrefors is world-renowned. The small vase is covered with the collection’s char...
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2010s Slovenian Vases

Materials

Crystal

1960s Krosno Green Vase Tapered Art Glass Poland
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents Krosno Poland Modern Green Vase Abstract Art Glass Hand blown tapered Art Glass 11 h x 5 diameter Preowned vintage Refer to images for details
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1960s Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Marmo Tall Green Vase with Gold by Griffe Montenapoleone by Vetrerie di Empoli
Located in Milan, IT
This exquisite vase features an elongated oval body handcrafted of glass with a stunning marble appearance that will make a luxurious statement in any decor. The emerald green glass ...
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2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Gold

LALIQUE - 'Dampierre', Frosted & Clear Crystal Vase, France, 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
LALIQUE - 'Dampierre' - Vintage Art Deco style luxury crystal vase designed in 1948 by Marc Lalique (son of Rene Lalique) - striking frosted finish to the central band featuring bird...
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Vases

Materials

Crystal

Cube Vase
Located in Milan, IT
A superb dash of color and elegant texture distinguish this stunning crystal vase of the Cube Collection. A short, clear stem links the round foot with the elongated bowl, both in vi...
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2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Crystal

Cube Vase
Cube Vase
$730 / item
Mont Blanc, Contemporary Porcelain Vase with Decorative Design 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. This vase is embellished with animals and branches inspired by the fau...
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2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Contemporary Gaetano Pesce Rock Xl Vase Resin Black White
Located in barasso, IT
Rock vase - clear antique matt black and white. Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection. Measures: XL - ø 30cm x H 56cm Vase in soft resin de...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Arts and Crafts Vases

Materials

Resin

Art Deco WMF vase ( marked on bottom ) vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco WMF vase ( marked on bottom ) vienna around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled
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1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Vases

Materials

Brass

Pre-Order Raku Large 11" Globe Vase - Full Copper Matte - Ceramic Pottery Decor
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
The large Raku fired vase Centerpiece Series by RAAQUU. A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. This Globe Vase is a round, capacious piec...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Vases

Materials

Copper

Mid-Century Modern Murano Art Glass Vase
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A beautiful green Murano glass vase with clear base. Signed on the bottom 'Murano'. The vase is in very good condition, no chips and no feta bites. Beautiful color. Dimensions: 3...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Mandruzzato Murano Sommerso Red, Blue, Yellow & Clear Faceted Glass Vase, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Beautiful faceted Sommerso triple cased rubi red, yellow and blue Murano glass vase attributed to Mandruzzato. Murano, Italy, 1960s. The vibrant colors make this piece highly decora...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Mid-Century Ubelacker Brutalist Vase
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
A bit of a Brutalist mid-century vase from the Ubelacker pottery.
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

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...
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2010s Dutch Modern Vases

Materials

Marble

Silver Travertine Vase and Wine Cooler
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Our silver travertine vase is designed by us and hand crafted by the artisans within the fair-trade principles. Crafted from a natural travertine stone, this vase will be sure to wi...
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2010s Dutch Modern Vases

Materials

Travertine

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 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Arts and Crafts Vases

Materials

Resin

Large Lomonosov 22K Gold, Cobalt Decor Porcelain Vase, USSR - 2 available
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Russian white porcelain vase manufactured in the 1950s by the Lomonosov Porcelain Factory (founded in 1744). Soft shaped organic Mid-Century Modern vase decorated by hand with large mineral...
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Mid-20th Century Russian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Gold

Chinese Famille Rose Medallion Export Porcelain Jardiniere, 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
Chinese Famille rose medallion export porcelain jardiniere, 19th century.  
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Purple Fatlava Ceramic Vase from Dümler & Breiden, Germany, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Unique looking vase covered all over in a mixed fatlava glaze of purple, rose and greens nuances. Designed and made by Dumler & Breiden in Germany during the 1970s. Imprinted/signed ...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Amphorae Lekytos vase by Mario Cioni & C
Located in Milan, IT
The reinterpretation of the typical Greek shape recalls this vase's name. It wants to enhance the beauty of simple but never obvious shapes, that can fit in any environment. Crystal ...
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2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Crystal

Rare Masons Ironstone Lidded Alcove very large Vase with dragons, Ca 1825
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very rare, highly individual and very decorative, very large Lidded Vase in the Chinoiserie style with applied dragons, made by Mason's Ironst...
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Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Vases

Materials

Ironstone

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.

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