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Vases For Sale
Handmade Ceramic Vase #531 in Black Glaze with Black Tencel Fringe
Handmade Ceramic Vase #531 in Black Glaze with Black Tencel Fringe

Handmade Ceramic Vase #531 in Black Glaze with Black Tencel Fringe

By Karen Gayle Tinney

Located in Proctorsville, VT

Vase #531 by Karen Gayle Tinney Quiet symmetry and front-facing fringe details make this vase perfect for display on a shelf or table. Hand formed beige stoneware with black glaze. Black tencel...

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2010s American Organic Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Cotton

A large pair of 20th C decorative black glass vases
A large pair of 20th C decorative black glass vases

A large pair of 20th C decorative black glass vases

Located in Reepham, GB

A large pair of 20th-century decorative black glass vases. Combining bold presence with refined craftsmanship, their deep, lustrous surfaces catching the light to create a dramatic f...

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20th Century Vases

Materials

Glass

Beautiful 1960s Rimini Blu ceramic vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Italy
Beautiful 1960s Rimini Blu ceramic vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Italy

Beautiful 1960s Rimini Blu ceramic vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Italy

By Bitossi, Aldo Londi

Located in München, DE

A very beautiful decorative 1960s ceramic vase from the Rimini Blu collection. The design is by the renowned Italian artist and painter Aldo Londi. Manufactured by Bitossi. Made in I...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Gustave Tiffoche Large White Stoneware Ceramic Vase, circa 1970
Gustave Tiffoche Large White Stoneware Ceramic Vase, circa 1970

Gustave Tiffoche Large White Stoneware Ceramic Vase, circa 1970

By Gustave Tiffoche

Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR

Gustave Tiffoche Large ligth grey stoneware ceramic vase by Gustave Tiffoche Original perfect condition Signed Realised circa 1970 Measures: height 43 cm large 25 cm.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Vase in Pressed Ruby Red Glass by Fyens Glasværk, 1920s
Antique Vase in Pressed Ruby Red Glass by Fyens Glasværk, 1920s

Antique Vase in Pressed Ruby Red Glass by Fyens Glasværk, 1920s

By Fyens glasværk 1

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A 1920s flower vase in pressed ryby/deep red glass. Made at Fyens Glasværk (later Holmegaard) in the early 1920s. It's a substantial and tall piece measuring 28 cm in height. Suitabl...

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Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Glass

Swedish Designer, Sizable Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Swedish Designer, Sizable Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1940s

Swedish Designer, Sizable Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A sizable freeform vase designed likely designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Wear consistent with age and use Overall Dimensions (inches): 25.5"H x 16.5"W x 15.0"D All items...

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1940s Vintage Vases

Materials

Glass

Large Copper Amphora Vase by Egidio Casagrande, signed
Large Copper Amphora Vase by Egidio Casagrande, signed

Large Copper Amphora Vase by Egidio Casagrande, signed

Located in Piacenza, Italy

Sculptural large amphora-shaped copper vase, designed by Egidio Casagrande in Italy during the 1950s. The piece is defined by a softly twisted body and a flared, irregular rim, creat...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vases

Materials

Metal

Vase Yemen by Ettore Sottsass for Venini Murano ca. 1994
Vase Yemen by Ettore Sottsass for Venini Murano ca. 1994

Vase Yemen by Ettore Sottsass for Venini Murano ca. 1994

By Venini, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Vase Yemen by Ettore Sottsass for Venini Murano ca. 1994 A vintage vase from the 'Yemen' series, designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1994. Manufactured by Venini Murano Venice in 2002. T...

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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

MARCO AURELIO - CARACALLA - OTTAVIANO - NERONE Terracotta Hand Made 21th Century
MARCO AURELIO - CARACALLA - OTTAVIANO - NERONE Terracotta Hand Made 21th Century

MARCO AURELIO - CARACALLA - OTTAVIANO - NERONE Terracotta Hand Made 21th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

MARCO AURELIO - CARACALLA - OTTAVIANO - NERONE Terracotta Hand Made 21th Century Height 33 cm Width 15 cm Depth 14 cm Weight 15 Kg Square base 12 X 12 Material Terracotta

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Terracotta

New Modern Large Vase in Black Marquinia Marble, creator Ivan Colominas Stock
New Modern Large Vase in Black Marquinia Marble, creator Ivan Colominas Stock

New Modern Large Vase in Black Marquinia Marble, creator Ivan Colominas Stock

By Ivan Colominas

Located in Milan, IT

A vase that’s an homage to design and to marble itself: the Marquinia veins look skyward, toward the crater defined by round shapes and sinuous profiles, toward the reinterpretation ...

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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Marble

Italian Hand Painted Porcelain Vase by Capodimonte
Italian Hand Painted Porcelain Vase by Capodimonte

Italian Hand Painted Porcelain Vase by Capodimonte

By Capodimonte

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Italian hand painted porcelain biscuit vase, circa 1990s. Characterized by a classic line with floral decorations. Italian manufacturing brand imprinted ...

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1990s Italian Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Large Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Vase
Large Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Vase

Large Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese copper vase with polychrome cloisonne enamel decor. Late Meiji period, before 1912. Baluster shape, flower brunches and birds decor against turquoise background. ...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Vases

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Meritalia Big Surprise 1 / Purple, Pink and Red by Gaetano Pesce
Meritalia Big Surprise 1 / Purple, Pink and Red by Gaetano Pesce

Meritalia Big Surprise 1 / Purple, Pink and Red by Gaetano Pesce

By Meritalia, Gaetano Pesce

Located in Toronto, ON

Each vase by Edizioni del Pesce embodies a singular and unrepeatable identity, telling a different story through innovative shapes, intricate details and a varied chromatic range. Th...

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Resin

Isak Isaksson Green Ceramic Vase - Crystalline Glaze Contemporary Artist
Isak Isaksson Green Ceramic Vase - Crystalline Glaze Contemporary Artist

Isak Isaksson Green Ceramic Vase - Crystalline Glaze Contemporary Artist

By Isak Isaksson

Located in Stockholm, SE

A green vase with a crystalline glaze designed by Isak Isaksson in Sweden. The vase is 10 cm (4") high and about 11 cm (4.4") in diameter and it is in excellent condition. This is a ...

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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Unique Handmade 21st Century Medium Round Vase in Olive Green and Oxblood
Unique Handmade 21st Century Medium Round Vase in Olive Green and Oxblood

Unique Handmade 21st Century Medium Round Vase in Olive Green and Oxblood

By Elyse Graham

Located in Springfield, OR

This striking vase is handmade by artist Elyse Graham in her Los Angeles studio. This collection of vessels is inspired by our incredible and diverse microbiome. The artist is ...

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2010s American Vases

Materials

Resin, Plaster

Art Nouveau Cameo Glass Vase Daum Nancy, France, circa 1900
Art Nouveau Cameo Glass Vase Daum Nancy, France, circa 1900

Art Nouveau Cameo Glass Vase Daum Nancy, France, circa 1900

By Daum

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

Art Nouveau cameo glass vase featuring a finely acid-etched landscape decoration depicting trees silhouetted against a sunset over water. The warm amber and deep brown overlays creat...

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19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Vases

Materials

Glass

Rare Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vase with Kingfisher and Reeds, Hayashi Kodenji
Rare Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vase with Kingfisher and Reeds, Hayashi Kodenji

Rare Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vase with Kingfisher and Reeds, Hayashi Kodenji

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

A Rare Japanese Meiji Period Lobed Silver-Wire Cloisonné Enamel Vase with Kingfisher and Reeds, Attributed to the Hayashi Kodenji Studio A rare and elegant Japanese cloisonné enamel...

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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Vases

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Pair Ando Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases With Roses on Chalcedony Ground
Pair Ando Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases With Roses on Chalcedony Ground

Pair Ando Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases With Roses on Chalcedony Ground

Located in Long Island City, NY

A superb and highly decorative pair of Japanese Ando cloisonné enamel vases dating to the Taishō or early Shōwa period, executed with elegant naturalistic roses against an exceptiona...

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Mid-20th Century Vases

Materials

Enamel

Art Deco Vase '159' in Disco Metal by Just Andersen, Denmark, 1930s
Art Deco Vase '159' in Disco Metal by Just Andersen, Denmark, 1930s

Art Deco Vase '159' in Disco Metal by Just Andersen, Denmark, 1930s

By Just Andersen

Located in Balen, BE

Art Deco Vase No. 159 in Disco Metal by Just Andersen – Denmark, 1930s Featuring “Adam and Eve” Relief Motif This rare Art Deco vase, model no. 159, was designed by Just Andersen in...

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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Vases

Materials

Brass

Unique Handmade 21st Century Bud Vase in Indigo and Forest Green
Unique Handmade 21st Century Bud Vase in Indigo and Forest Green

Unique Handmade 21st Century Bud Vase in Indigo and Forest Green

By Elyse Graham

Located in Springfield, OR

This unusual limited edition bud vase is handmade by artist Elyse Graham in her Los Angeles studio. This collection of vessels is inspired by our incredible and diverse microbiome...

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2010s American Organic Modern Vases

Materials

Resin, Plaster

Alfonso Vase, by Project 213A
Alfonso Vase, by Project 213A

Alfonso Vase, by Project 213A

By Project 213A

Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT

This vase draws inspiration from the Icelandic volcanic rock formations which can be found by Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach. It his sculpted by organically displacing seventeen indivi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vases

Materials

Clay

Monumental Pair Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vases Amid Crashing Waves
Monumental Pair Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vases Amid Crashing Waves

Monumental Pair Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vases Amid Crashing Waves

Located in Long Island City, NY

An impressive and monumental pair of Chinese cloisonné enamel vases produced by the Beijing Cloisonné Company, each standing approximately 41 inches in height. These large-scale va...

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20th Century Chinese Meiji Vases

Materials

Enamel

Cylindrical Murano Glass Vase, Yellow and Amethyst color with bright red accents
Cylindrical Murano Glass Vase, Yellow and Amethyst color with bright red accents

Cylindrical Murano Glass Vase, Yellow and Amethyst color with bright red accents

By Silvio Piattelli

Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence

Vase of my own design inspired by Rothko's bitonal paintings. Executed in Murano with the very difficult working technique called “a piera.” This in particular is made "senza vetro" ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Handmade 21st Century Oblong Huxley Vase in Lichen Green by Elyse Graham
Handmade 21st Century Oblong Huxley Vase in Lichen Green by Elyse Graham

Handmade 21st Century Oblong Huxley Vase in Lichen Green by Elyse Graham

By Elyse Graham

Located in Springfield, OR

This unusual and playful Huxley Vase is handmade by artist Elyse Graham in her Los Angeles studio. This collection of vessels is inspired by our incredible and diverse microbiome....

Category

2010s American Organic Modern Vases

Materials

Resin, Plaster

Antique Garniture English Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Vases by Thomas Steel 19C
Antique Garniture English Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Vases by Thomas Steel 19C

Antique Garniture English Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Vases by Thomas Steel 19C

By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain

Located in Dublin, Ireland

An exceptionally fine quality rare example of an early Bloor period Royal Crown Derby hand painted porcelain Garniture of generous proportions by Thomas Steel. First quarter of the N...

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19th Century English Regency Antique Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Large Art Deco Pottery Vase Antoine Dubois Bouffioulx
Large Art Deco Pottery Vase Antoine Dubois Bouffioulx

Large Art Deco Pottery Vase Antoine Dubois Bouffioulx

By Antoine Dubois

Located in Austin, TX

Very Large Pottery vase signed Antoine Dubois for Bouffioulx circa 1930. Height / 15.5 inches.

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1930s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Vases

Materials

Pottery

Art Deco Vase brass and copper conbination vienna around 1920s
Art Deco Vase brass and copper conbination vienna around 1920s

Art Deco Vase brass and copper conbination vienna around 1920s

Located in Wien, AT

Art Deco Vase brass and copper conbination vienna around 1920s Polished and stove enameled

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1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Vases

Materials

Brass, Copper

Small Duckling Tray in Blue Resin by Paola Valle
Small Duckling Tray in Blue Resin by Paola Valle

Small Duckling Tray in Blue Resin by Paola Valle

By Paola Valle

Located in Ciudad De México, MX

Our Duck and Duckling trays bring a fun and exciting twist to any space, styled in built-ins or filled with eggs, this trays is are versatile as they are playful. Available in two s...

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2010s Mexican Modern Vases

Materials

Marble

Travertine Angled Wine Cooler
Travertine Angled Wine Cooler

Travertine Angled Wine Cooler

Located in Eindhoven, NB

The natural properties of this ANGLED travertine wine cooler will keep your wine chilled. That’s the beauty of natural stone: it looks good while serving a functional purpose. Place ...

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2010s Turkish Modern Vases

Materials

Travertine

Symbiosis Clay Vase - Bone White
Symbiosis Clay Vase - Bone White

Symbiosis Clay Vase - Bone White

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This Symbiosis Clay Vase is a unique sculptural vase made of white clay. Its rustic yet minimalist look is perfect for organic modern and futuristic décor schemes. Handmade with care...

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2010s Mexican Organic Modern Vases

Materials

Clay

1932 René Lalique - Art Deco Vase Biskra Navy Blue Glass
1932 René Lalique - Art Deco Vase Biskra Navy Blue Glass

1932 René Lalique - Art Deco Vase Biskra Navy Blue Glass

By René Lalique

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Art Deco Vase "Biskra" made in navy blue glass by René Lalique in 1932. Stamped signature on bottom. Perfect condition. Amazing and very rare color. Height : 29 cm Félix Marcilh...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

English Arts & Crafts Crocodile Stamped Copper Pitcher
English Arts & Crafts Crocodile Stamped Copper Pitcher

English Arts & Crafts Crocodile Stamped Copper Pitcher

Located in Chicago, IL

This early 20th-century English Arts & Crafts copper vessel leans closer to object than accessory—its surface relentlessly stamped in a crocodile pattern that feels almost confro...

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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Vases

Materials

Copper

Large 8" Etched Brass Vase with Peacock Design
Large 8" Etched Brass Vase with Peacock Design

Large 8" Etched Brass Vase with Peacock Design

Located in Fairfield, CA

A vintage brass vase with an intricate etched floral design with peacocks to the surface. Black finish with the etched design revealing the gold brass underneath. Measures 6"Dia x 8....

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Late 20th Century Indian Hollywood Regency Vases

Materials

Brass

San Domingo (Kewa) Black-on-Cream Pottery Vase  by Darrin Aguilar, Circa 1970s
San Domingo (Kewa) Black-on-Cream Pottery Vase  by Darrin Aguilar, Circa 1970s

San Domingo (Kewa) Black-on-Cream Pottery Vase by Darrin Aguilar, Circa 1970s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

San Domingo (Kewa) Black-on-Cream Pottery Vase by Darrin Aguilar A finely executed contemporary Pueblo pottery Vase by Darrin Aguilar of San Domingo Pueblo (now Kewa Pueblo), New Me...

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20th Century American Native American Vases

Materials

Pottery

Very Rare Art Deco Fish Vase Cracke Glaze Orchies France 1920s
Very Rare Art Deco Fish Vase Cracke Glaze Orchies France 1920s

Very Rare Art Deco Fish Vase Cracke Glaze Orchies France 1920s

By Orchies

Located in Poperinge, BE

Very rare bulbous vase with a crackle effect and colorful fish decoration on a cream or beige background. This vase was manufactured by Orchies France and dates from the Art Deco per...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Vases

Materials

Earthenware

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Maple Leaves Yoshiko Noda
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Maple Leaves Yoshiko Noda

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Maple Leaves Yoshiko Noda

Located in Long Island City, NY

A large Japanese cloisonné enamel vase attributed to Yoshiko Noda, exhibiting a refined and modern aesthetic characteristic of early 20th century work. The composition features styli...

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20th Century Japanese Vases

Materials

Enamel

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Ando Signed Purple Ground Roses
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Ando Signed Purple Ground Roses

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Ando Signed Purple Ground Roses

Located in Long Island City, NY

A refined Japanese cloisonné enamel vase by the Ando workshop, dating to the late Meiji to early Taisho period, and bearing a signature to the underside. The piece exemplifies the tr...

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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Vases

Materials

Enamel

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Ando School Pink White Minimalist
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Ando School Pink White Minimalist

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Ando School Pink White Minimalist

Located in Long Island City, NY

A refined Japanese cloisonné enamel vase attributed to the Ando school, dating to the late Meiji or early Taisho period, distinguished by its restrained aesthetic and elegant use of ...

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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Vases

Materials

Enamel

Italian Bitossi Ceramic Vase, Hand-Painted, Orange Red Glaze, 1960s
Italian Bitossi Ceramic Vase, Hand-Painted, Orange Red Glaze, 1960s

Italian Bitossi Ceramic Vase, Hand-Painted, Orange Red Glaze, 1960s

By Rörstrand, Bitossi, Lavenia, Aldo Londi, Mari Simmulson

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Italian Bitossi ceramic vase with striking orange red glaze under raw surface and bright white shiny glaze on the top part. Numbered under base. Beautiful vintage condition. Italy...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware, Pottery, Ceramic

Japanese Meiji Cloisonné Enamel Vase with Cherry Blossoms, Ota Tamashiro
Japanese Meiji Cloisonné Enamel Vase with Cherry Blossoms, Ota Tamashiro

Japanese Meiji Cloisonné Enamel Vase with Cherry Blossoms, Ota Tamashiro

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

A Japanese Meiji Period Silver-Wire Cloisonné Enamel Vase with Cherry Blossoms and Narcissus, Attributed to Ota Tamashiro An elegant Japanese cloisonné enamel vase from the Meiji pe...

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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Vases

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Butterflies, Contemporary Porcelain Vase with Decorative Design by Vito Nesta
Butterflies, Contemporary Porcelain Vase with Decorative Design by Vito Nesta

Butterflies, Contemporary Porcelain Vase with Decorative Design by Vito Nesta

By Vito Nesta

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Display this butterfly porcelain vase on its own or add flowers to give the decor element some life. The design reminds of illustrations from an antique Lepidopterology book and make...

Category

2010s Italian Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Large Belgian Crystal Centerpiece Wine Cooler by Val Saint Lambert
Large Belgian Crystal Centerpiece Wine Cooler by Val Saint Lambert

Large Belgian Crystal Centerpiece Wine Cooler by Val Saint Lambert

By Val Saint Lambert

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Impressive and substantial thick crystal vase with many uses. Would make a wonderful addition to any home as a centerpiece filled with fresh flowers, filled with ice as a wine chille...

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Mid-20th Century Belgian American Classical Vases

Materials

Crystal

Large Antique 19th Century Quality Japanese Imari Floor Standing Vase
Large Antique 19th Century Quality Japanese Imari Floor Standing Vase

Large Antique 19th Century Quality Japanese Imari Floor Standing Vase

Located in Suffolk, GB

Large antique 19th century quality Japanese Imari floor standing vase having a splendid trumpet shaped scalloped edge top, fantastic hand painted panels with Japanese people in perio...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Monumental Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Dueling Dragons
Monumental Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Dueling Dragons

Monumental Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Dueling Dragons

Located in Long Island City, NY

A striking and highly ambitious Japanese cloisonné enamel vase, remarkable for its monumental scale and dramatic dueling dragon composition, standing an impressive 25 inches tall. Se...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Vases

Materials

Enamel

Gaetano Pesce Twins-C Vase XL Resin Grey Pink
Gaetano Pesce Twins-C Vase XL Resin Grey Pink

Gaetano Pesce Twins-C Vase XL Resin Grey Pink

Located in barasso, IT

Twin-C vase, clear grey and pink. Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection. Measures: XL - ø 30cm x H 56cm Colours: Clear grey and pink. Mater...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Arts and Crafts Vases

Materials

Resin

Black and Brown 20th Century Stoneware Ceramic Floor Vase by Steen Kepp 1975
Black and Brown 20th Century Stoneware Ceramic Floor Vase by Steen Kepp 1975

Black and Brown 20th Century Stoneware Ceramic Floor Vase by Steen Kepp 1975

By Steen Kepp

Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR

Steen Kepp - La Borne Realised circa 1975-1980 Large brown and black stoneware ceramic floor vase. Signed under the base Original perfect condition Measures: Height 40...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

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.