Modern Vases
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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Style: Modern
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Handmade and unique ceramic vase – in turquoise
Located in Münster, DE
The La Faccia-vase is a unique piece, made by us –CortoMagDelft – a small ceramic-manufactory in the northern Germany.
Since the vase is made entirely of ceramic, it is stable, idea...
Category
2010s German Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Travertine Pedestal Bowl Extra Large
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
A substantial travertine bowl with unique structure rests atop a pedestal for a grand presentation of fruits and vegetables.
Due to the nature of the material, each piece may var...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Vases
Materials
Travertine
Large Pot 2 by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Large Pot 2 by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: Heat-resistant black ceramic.
Technique: Glazed. Oven cooked and polished with semi-precious stones.
Dimensi...
Category
2010s German Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
21st Century Karim Rashid Queen Vase Murano Glass Honey and Oriental Red
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
21st century Karim Rashid Queen vase Murano glass various Amber base blue top
Queen designed by Karim Rashid is a curvaceous vase that combine regality with visual wit. Proposed in ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano 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
Handmade Ceramic Spikes White Decorative Flower Vase III
By OWO Ceramics
Located in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, AR
Beautiful decorative flower vase, perfect for showcasing your cherished blooms. Providing a unique perspective from every angle, this handmade ceramic vase blurs the line between fun...
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Clay
Pink Marble Pedestal Bowl Large
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 ...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Vases
Materials
Marble
Pink Marble Pedestal Bowl Medium
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 ...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Vases
Materials
Marble
White/Lilac Marble Pedestal Bowl Large
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
A substantial white marble bowl with unique lilac veining rests atop a pedestal for a grand presentation of fruits and vegetables.
Exposure to the acid of citrus fruits can stain...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Vases
Materials
Marble
Maria Vessel, Handmade in Portugal
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Maria Vessel in Midnight Blue
Designed by Project 213A in 2020
Handmade Stoneware
This vase is inspired by the Greco-Roman period, having a timeless appearance and finished with a contemporary textured shiny glaze. Each piece develops its own distinctive character with shades of black as it goes through the firing process. No two pieces will look alike...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Ornamental by Lameice Abu Aker Mouth-Blown Cups " Eye Candy"
Located in Jerusalem, IL
This piece is designed by Lameice Abu Aker a Palestinian designer based in Jerusalem.
mouth-blown, lampworked, and shaped, in Jaba' a small village in the Palestinian Territories. pr...
Category
2010s Palestinian Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Japanese Modern Minimalist LAAB Dome Vase Raku Ceramic White Crakle
By LAAB Milano
Located in monza, Monza and Brianza
Dome vase
Singular, unpredictable cracks and tiny speckles distinguish the captivating aesthetic of this vase, featuring a cylindrical base and mouth incorporated within the spher...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Handmade Spikes White Ceramic Flower Vase V
By OWO Ceramics
Located in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, AR
Beautiful white ceramic flower vase with spikes, perfect for showcasing your cherished blooms. Providing a unique perspective from every angle, this handmade ceramic vase blurs the l...
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Clay
Contemporary Gaetano Pesce Clear Special L Vase Soft Resin Amber Fuchsia Blue
Located in barasso, IT
Clear special extra color vase, clear amber, fuchsia and blue
Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection.
Measures: L Ø 22cm x H 36cm
Co...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Resin
Vase Solifl'Or Pluie H - Set
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A simple, contemporary style along with the matte, white finesse of the porcelain will add a unique French touch to your table and to your home decor.
Design by Kaoline.
Solifl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Vase Soliflore Horizon - Set
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A simple, contemporary style along with the matte, white finesse of the porcelain will add a unique French touch to your table and to your home decor.
Design by Kaoline.
Solifl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Vase Vessel Decorative Sculpture White Onyx Marble Hand-carved Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Luxurious small vase sculpted by hand from a solid block of white onyx.
Vase dimensions: D 13, H 22 cm. The polished finishing underlines the transparency of the onyx making this a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Onyx
21st Century Karim Rashid Knight Vase Murano Glass Red and Black
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
21st century Karim Rashid Knight vase Murano glass various colors.
Color stands out in the Knight vase designed by Karim Rashid, displaying its playful undulating stripes of polychr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
21st Century Karim Rashid Coppa Bowl Transparent Murano Glass Various Colors
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
21st century Karim Rashid Coppa bowl transparent Murano glass various colors.
Designed by Karim Rashid, Coppa is a small glass container with round, sinuous, markedly colored shapes...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
21st Century Karim Rashid Centerpiece Container Murano Glass Ocean Blue
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
21st century Karim Rashid centerpiece container Murano glass various colors.
Designed by Karim Rashid, Kountess is a stately, sculptural jar with a lid. Just like its twin model, Kou...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Contemporary Ceramic Tulipano Corteccia Texture Coral Vase
Located in Porcia, IT
Merging modern design with innovative artistic sensibility, this vase is a daring exercise in balance and visual harmony. Fashioned by artist Paola ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Contemporary Ceramic Ninfea Corteccia Texture White Tray
Located in Porcia, IT
This one-of-a-kind tray in white paper clay (clay enriched with cellulose and natural fibers) will infuse contemporary glamour and sculptural flair in any dècor. Sophisticated in its simplicity, this white tray...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Contemporary Ceramic Cartoccio Texture Fide Yellow Vase
Located in Porcia, IT
Combining tradition with innovation, ceramist Paola Paronetto's handcrafted pieces are designed for those who love to surround themselves with refined and exclusive objects. Part of ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Contemporary Ceramic Cartocci Texture White and Gold Bowl #1
Located in Porcia, IT
Striking and stately, this bowl features dynamic horizontal and vertical ridges and a distinctive panel insert in gold, whose vibrant color and smooth surface elegantly contrast with...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
fferrone Contemporary Minimal Triple Black Steel Flower Sculptural Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
Three vases in one, composed of a series of black minimal hand-painted stainless steel tubes in various dimensions and cut on the bias, the contemporary Bana Triple vase can uniquely accommodate a single stem to full flower...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Vases
Materials
Stainless Steel
Modern Azalea Ceramic Handmade Customizable Cone Coral Colorful Vase
By Pieces
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Flora ceramics are cleverly designed to make arranging your flowers easy. So simple you can't mess this up. Pretty. Modern. Call it pretty modern. Each piece is handmade. Shown i...
Category
2010s American Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain, Ceramic
Forsythia Ceramic Handmade Vase by Pieces, Modern Customizable Yellow Pitcher
By Pieces
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Flora ceramics are cleverly designed to make arranging your flowers easy. So simple you can't mess this up. Pretty. Modern. Call it pretty modern. Each piece is handmade. Shown i...
Category
2010s American Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain, Ceramic
Sedge Double Cone Ceramic Handmade Vase by Pieces, Customizable Cream Vessel
By Pieces
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Flora ceramics are cleverly designed to make arranging your flowers easy. So simple you can't mess this up. Pretty. Modern. Call it pretty modern. Each piece is handmade. Shown i...
Category
2010s American Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain, Ceramic
Hydrangea Ceramic Handmade Vase by Pieces, Modern Customizable Blue Pitcher
By Pieces
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Flora ceramics are cleverly designed to make arranging your flowers easy. So simple you can't mess this up. Pretty. Modern. Call it pretty modern. Each piece is handmade. Shown i...
Category
2010s American Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain, Ceramic
White / Lilac Marble Pedestal Bowl XL
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
A substantial white marble bowl with unique lilac veining rests atop a pedestal for a grand presentation of fruits and vegetables.
Exposure to the acid of citrus fruits can stain...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Vases
Materials
Marble
Contemporary Ceramic Vulcano Corteccia Texture Lilac Low Vase
Located in Porcia, IT
Dynamic and chic, this versatile vase will diffuse a sophisticated aura into a modern living room or entryway decor. The elegant form of the conical Sil...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Contemporary Ceramic Cartocci Texture Print White Bowl
Located in Porcia, IT
The contemporary allure of this stunning sculpture will elevate the design of any interior with its handcrafted, unique, and minimal silhouette. A captivating piece inspired by every...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
21st Century Zazen Collection Concrete Vase Dark Grey Color, Mod. II
Located in Rome, Lazio
The Zazen line combines organic shapes with the texture of concrete, giving life to a family of four highly recognizable vases.
Each vase is produced f...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Cement
Majestic Green Onyx Sculpture Vase Subjects Roses Leaves Hand Carved in Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
"Roma Imperiale" is not just a vase or rather a sculpture, imagine it as a memory, the memory of a nobility now dissolved, a suspended memory, forgotten in a secret garden, of those ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Onyx, Marble
Sculpture Vase Vessel Solid Rare Pure White Onyx Hand Carved in Italy Wavy Shape
Located in Ancona, Marche
Important sculptural vase carved by hand from a solid block of pure white onyx. The vase is hand sculpted, starting from a large block of white onyx which has been carefully selected...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Stone, Marble, Onyx
Contemporary Red Burgundy Pink Glazed Ceramic Explorer Vase No.3 by Jaime Hayon
By Jaime Hayon
Located in Barcelona, ES
The shapely forms of the pieces in the Explorer Collection, have been condensed into these vases. They are objects that are part of my cosmos, taken from my drawings. The materialisa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Contemporary Ceramic Anemone Small Footed Bowl Cartoccio Texture White and Gold
Located in Porcia, IT
A striking work of art, this sculptural bowl is a testament to artistic innovation and craftsmanship. Entirely handmade of paper clay, this bowl has a conical Silhouette with sloping...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Modern Vase, Matte Finish Aquamarine, Spheres 24kt Gold Luster, Handmade Italy
By deBlona
Located in Recanati, IT
Elegant aquamarine vase with a matte finishing, alternating with reflective surfaces embellished with 24Kt gold luster. This technique sees ceramics to undergo three cooking phases: ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Gold, Gold Plate
Vase Vessel Sculpture Organic Shape Solid Block Blue Azul Marble Collectible
Located in Ancona, Marche
Important sculptural vase carved by hand from a solid block of Azul Macaubas.
Vase dimensions: D 52 x H 45 cm, available in different quartzite, onyx and marbles.
Limited edition ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Quartz
Labuan Vase in Black with Blown Opal Glass by Venini
By Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A classical form inspired by faraway places, magically projected in the contemporary world by the new colours.
Drawing inspiration from exotic destinations in the Far East, Paolo ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Contemporary Ceramic Cactus Vase #1 Colored
Located in Porcia, IT
Italian ceramist Paola Paronetto's Cactus series of decorative objects draws inspiration from the beauty and harmony in nature. Handcrafted of paper c...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Contemporary Fish Design Gaetano Pesce Medusa L Vase Soft Resin
Located in barasso, IT
Medusa vase, Clear Dark Ruby And Matt Pastel Blue
Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection.
Measures: L Ø 22cm x H 36cm
Other sizes availabl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Resin
Travertine Pedestal Bowl Large
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
A substantial travertine bowl with unique structure rests atop a pedestal for a grand presentation of fruits and vegetables.
Due to the nature of the material, each piece may var...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Vases
Materials
Travertine
Black Marble Pedestal Bowl XL
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
A substantial black 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...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Vases
Materials
Marble
Silver Travertine Eclipse Bowl
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Stunning, aesthetic, timeless are words that can be used to describe this elegant and modern travertine Eclipse bowl from Kiwano. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our travertin...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Vases
Materials
Travertine
Volume 1 Vase by Milan Pekař
By Milan Pekar
Located in Geneve, CH
Volume 1 vase by Milan Pekar
Dimensions: D11 x H15 cm
Materials: Glaze, porcelain
Handmade in the Czech Republic.
Also available: Different colors and patterns
Established own studio August 2009 – Focus mainly on porcelain, developing own glazes. Mould makings, and Slip casting. Milan Pekar is an award-winning product designer. Assistant professor at Studio of Ceramics and Porcelain...
Category
2010s Czech Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Volume 1 Vase by Milan Pekař
By Milan Pekar
Located in Geneve, CH
Volume 1 vase by Milan Pekar
Dimensions: D11 x H15 cm
Materials: Glaze, porcelain
Handmade in the Czech Republic.
Also available: Different colors and patterns
Established own st...
Category
2010s Czech Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Fog Vase 03 in Alabaster
By TIPSTUDIO
Located in Florence, IT
Fog is a research path on alabaster with the aim of investigate new approaches to stone processing enhancing fully its characteristics. Handcrafted by skilled artisans from Volterra,...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Alabaster
Fog Vase 02 in Alabaster
By TIPSTUDIO
Located in Florence, IT
Fog is a research path on alabaster with the aim of investigate new approaches to stone processing enhancing fully its characteristics. Handcrafted by skilled artisans from Volterra,...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Alabaster
Fog Vase 01 in Alabaster
By TIPSTUDIO
Located in Florence, IT
Fog is a research path on alabaster with the aim of investigate new approaches to stone processing enhancing fully its characteristics. Handcrafted by skilled artisans from Volterra,...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Alabaster
Maria Vessel, Handmade in Portugal
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Maria Vessel in Brick
Designed by Project 213A in 2020
Handmade Stoneware
This vase is inspired by the Greco-Roman period, having a timeless appearance and finished with a contempor...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Contemporary Gaetano Pesce Indian Summer XL Vase Soft Resin Orange Pink
Located in barasso, IT
Indian Summer vase, clear orange, matt pastel pink.
Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection.
Measures: XL ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Resin
Black Marble Pedestal Bowl Medium
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
A substantial black 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...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Vases
Materials
Marble
Contemporary Hoof Vase in Raspberry Peking Glass by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hoof vase
Raspberry peking glass finish
Hand blown glass
Hand carved
Contemporary
Limited Edition.
Peking glass refers to the high-quality glass art produced by the imperial and
commercial workshops in Beijing during the Ching Dynasty, China 1644-1911. Since then, ‘Peking Glass’ has become synonymous with the Chinese technique of glassmaking. Robert Kuo glass...
Category
2010s Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Blown Glass
Kyuka Dual Flow Vase, Ikebana, modern ceramics
Located in MILANÓWEK, 14
The Dual Flow vase stands out due to its exceptional blend of classic European form and the delicate aesthetics of Japanese ikebana. Its distinctive shape allows for the creation of ...
Category
2010s Polish Modern Vases
Materials
Clay, Porcelain
Handmade Rock Decorative Ceramic Vase I - Black & White
By OWO Ceramics
Located in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, AR
Beautiful decorative ceramic vase, perfect for displaying your favorite blooms. With its simple lines and contemporary aesthetics, this handmade pottery vase crosses the line between...
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Clay
Pigmenti Large Vase in Glazed Grape Glass by Venini
By Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With the Pigmenti collection, Venini aims to send out a sign of renewal through the development of a classic form as the expression of a contemporary interior design accessory. PIGME...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Tall Large Bottle Lava Stone White&Black Volcanic Clay and Porcelain Vessel
Located in London, GB
Tall large bottle shaped white and black stoneware clay and porcelain vessel with heavy volcanic textured glaze and lava stone.
There is an option to add gold lustre or black feathe...
Category
2010s European Modern Vases
Materials
Clay
Modern vases for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern vases 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 created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern vases made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original vases, popular names associated with this style include Venini, RAAQUU, VG-VGnewtrend, and Carlo Moretti. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for vases differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $28 and tops out at $45,920 while the average work can sell for $993.
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