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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Organic Modern Ceramic Botryoidal Bubbly Planter in Black by Forma Rosa Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Our Bubbly Collection strengthens the poetic relationship between digital design and hand craft. Through the process of generative design, The form of t...
Category
2010s Peruvian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
"Love Stings" Hearts Design Vases Set of 3 Pieces Made in Italy 2019, Wall Decor
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
Vintage Big Murano Glass Vase by Venini, 1970s
By Venini
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Big Murano Glass Vase by Venini, Italy 1970s.
49 cm x 20 cm.
Excellent condition.
Category
1970s European Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Aquaring, Sculptural Polished Silver Decanter, Made In Italy
By Raju Peddada
Located in Chicago, IL
A stunning example of minimalist design and natural form, this silver decanter is both beautiful and functional. Fabricated in Italy, this proto-type by designer Raju Peddada is a s...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Silver
Franco Bettonica, Ikebana, Square Vase, Gabbianelli, 1960s
Located in Paris, FR
Franco Bettonica (1927-1999)
Ikebana
A white ceramic flower holder, of square shape surmounted with a white grid.
Produced by Gabbianelli, Ital...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Hand Blown Murano Flute Vase in Teal
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Introducing our flute vase in a tranquil teal; a masterpiece of artisanal glasswork that exudes elegance and sophistication. Each curve and contour of this vase is meticulously craft...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
"Giova" Table Lamp + Flower Pot Designed by Gae Aulenti for FontanaArte
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Giova" is a refined table lamp and flower pot hybrid piece of design, designed by Gae Aulenti and manufactured by FontanaArte, featuring a chromed metal base, a middle globe in transparent blown glass, an inner globe in polished white opaline glass, an upper half-sphere in pink blown glass with decorative bubbles, black power cable, plug and switch. Its lighting source is 1 x 100W 230V E27 (HA, FL, LED).
DIMENSIONS:
Ø 19.7", H. 23.2"
"Giova" marks the debut of Gae Aulenti in the field of lighting design. Available in two sizes, it is both a lamp and a luminous sculpture. Placed on a metal base, a transparent bowl containing a sphere of white opal glass, which in turn houses the light source. Placed above there's a smaller bowl in blown "pulegoso" glass, meaning "with irregular bubbles", which serves as a flower vase. Now also available with gray "pulegoso" glass and a gold finished base.
GAE AULENTI graduated from Milan Polytechnic in 1953 and since 1956 has been working there designing for architecture, interior and industrial design and theatre scenery. In the early eighties she was the artistic director at FontanaArte, creating timeless lamps and furnishing elements for the company that are still in the catalogue. In particular: Giova lamp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Chrome, Gold, Metal
Hyacinth Vase Italian Glass & Sterling Silver Sottsass Association Egizia Milano
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Extremely rare cylindric hyacinth vase with an additional glass liner designed by Manuela and Riccardo Forti when they have been with Sottsass Associati,...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Signed Gabriella Crespi Modernist Lucite & Stainless Steel (Moon Flask) Vase
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Modernist lucite and stainless steel vase.
By Gabriella Crespi.
In a moon flask form with a lucite body and stainless steel removable neck.
Simply a wonderful vase!
Date...
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Stainless Steel
Small Dew Vase in Cast Bronze by Elan Atelier
By Elan Atelier
Located in New York, NY
Small Dew Vase in Cast Bronze by Elan Atelier
The Dew vase is made in our atelier utilizing the lost wax casting technique. Various sizes and custom finishes are available by reques...
Category
2010s European Modern Vases
Materials
Bronze
Rosenthal Versace Flat Plate, "Les Tresors de la Me" decoration, "Ikarus"
Located in Madrid, ES
Rosenthal Versace Flat Plate,
"Les Tresors de la Me" decoration, "Ikarus" shape by Paul Wunderlich,
porcelain, white body, with polychrome and gold-painted shell decoration, black ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Luxury Vase #9 "XXL". Porcelain. Handmade design and crafted in Italy. 2020.
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.
The heart collection is inspired by the ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Contemporary Ceramic Colorful Vase Majolica Pottery Handmade Handcrafted Clay
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
By Lorenzo Lorenzzo
It's funny how most of us only make time to see the sunset when we are on vacation as if this extraordinary and calming moment can only happen when we are free f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Clay
Koi Raku Pottery Vase with Gift Box - Smoked Raku - Handmade Ceramic
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
This is a gift box and the vase comes in a RAAQUU branded wooden pine box (9 in x 5.1 in x 5.1 in).
YOU GET :
1 Vase in the selected finish of your choice in a Wooden pine box wi...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Vases
Materials
Copper
Ingeborg Lundin Orrefors Applet Expo Series 1964
By Orrefors
Located in Toledo, OH
Ingeborg Lundin (1921-1991) for Orrefors Applet from Expo Series 1964. Signed.
Category
20th Century European Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
In-Stock, White Organic Vase, Kawa Vase 19, sculptural ceramic abstract
By Luft Tanaka
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Kawa Vase 19
Made by casting liquid clay into sewn leather molds, all pieces in the Kawa Series are one-of-a-kind.
4" dia. x 11" h
1 unit in stock. Ships in 5-7 days.
Kawa Seri...
Category
2010s American Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain
Medium Dew Vase in Cast Bronze by Elan Atelier
By Elan Atelier
Located in New York, NY
Medium Dew Vase in Cast Bronze by Elan Atelier
The Dew vase is made in our atelier utilizing the lost wax casting technique. Various sizes and custom finishes are available by reque...
Category
2010s European Modern Vases
Materials
Bronze
Contemporary Gaetano Pesce Spaghetti XL Vase Resin Clear Gold
Located in barasso, IT
Spaghetti vase, clear and gold.
Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection.
Picture showing L size.
When ordering alternative sizes the proporti...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Resin
"Different" Luxury Vases Set of 4 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
Twenty-Seven Woods for a Chinese Artificial Flowers, Vase F by Ettore Sottsass
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
F vase made for the collection of twenty-seven woods for Chinese Artificial flowers vase by Ettore Sottsass,
Edited by Design Gallery Milano, 1995.
Limited edition of 12 numbered pi...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Brass
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
Hand Blown Murano Vase External Sbruffi in Clear
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting this excellent Sbruffi vase, a masterpiece that truly mirrors the splendor of Murano glass artistry. This piece, with its intricate swirls and delicate transparency, encap...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of glasses attributed to Barovier and Toso
Located in Lugo, IT
Pair of glass and bubble vases attributed to Barovier and Toso.
One smaller
Good conditions.
Thank you
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Contemporary Gaetano Pesce Pompitu II M Vase Soft Resin Blue Acid Green
Located in barasso, IT
Pompitu II vase, blue, acid 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
Colo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Resin
Raaquu Hikari Raku Pottery Vase - Smoked Raku - Handmade Ceramic, Malaysia
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Hikari (光) ~ (n) light
This Hikari Vase is a circular thrown vase with a wide uneven mouth and small round base. Its miniature shape exudes a sense of flow, making it easy to blend ...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Vases
Materials
Copper
Hand-Blown Murano Frozen Vase in Emerald Green Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Murano Frozen Vase in Emerald Green is a sculptural marvel, embodying the essence of refined design and intricate craftsmanship. Its deep emerald green surface flows seamlessly i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Lino Tagliapietra Blown Glass Tessuto Vase, Bowl or Vessel Sculpture, Italian
Located in North Miami, FL
This magnificent work of glass by the maestro Murano glass blower Lino Tagliapietra is a piece of sculpture in glass form. It is a sculpture, a vase and or a vessel. The technique which is very complicated and of this master is called Tessutto. This is the large size of this particular graphic glass work. The glass canes which cross form almost an optical view. It is dated 1990. Lino Tagliapetra is in class all by himself. At the young age of 11 he began his apprenticeship with Seguso. He was born on the island of Murano in 1934 and is now pushing 86 years of age. This is a very sophisticated work of art in glass and must be appreciated with such. It is best lite...
Category
1990s American Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Early Ceramic Vase with Honan Glaze by Brother Thomas Bezanson
Located in Atlanta, GA
An early ceramic vase of cylinder form by potter Brother Thomas Bezanson (1929-2007). The minimalistic silouette that tapers toward the top and with a s...
Category
20th Century American Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Flower Glass Vase, Italian Manufacture, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
This flower glass vase is a splendid decorative object manufactured by Italian manufacturer.
Elegant Murano colorless glass standing on a round base.
The upper edges are decora...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Blue Groove Series, Set of Six Handmade Modern Glass Design Vases
Located in New York, NY
The Blue Groove series is a group of modern design objects which each feature an embedded groove that offers a machine-made quality to these otherwi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Hand-Blown Murano Supreme Vase in Clear with 24-karat Gold Flecks Tall
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Hand-Blown Murano Supreme Vase in clear with 24-karat gold flecks is a radiant masterpiece of Italian design, blending timeless elegance with extraordinary craftsmanship. This ta...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Gold Leaf
Hand-Blown Murano Supreme Vase in Emerald Green Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Hand-Blown Murano Supreme Vase in emerald green exudes timeless elegance, blending frosted and clear glass into a harmonious masterpiece. Its gently ribbed texture creates a dyna...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Hand-Blown Murano Supreme Vase in Light Amaretto Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Hand-Blown Murano Supreme Vase in light amaretto is a stunning embodiment of Italian artistry and sophistication, designed to elevate any interior with its timeless allure. This ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Rotunda Nude Form in Black
Located in Richmond, VA
Female nude form ‘Rotunda’ by Jude Jelfs. Slab-built earthenware with vitreous slips and sgraffito. Glazed inside.
Due to the handmade nature, subtle variations in form and finish a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Vases
Materials
Earthenware
Carrot Flower Vase, by Nathalie du Pasquier from Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Carrot ceramic vase was originally designed by Nathalie du Pasquier in 1985 for Memphis Milano. The transmuted ceramic arises in geometric compositions ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Italian Blue Marble Urns Vases, Pair
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and substantial pair of urn style blue marble vases, circa mid-20th century, Italy. Marble has black veining and is beautifully carved and...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Marble
Hana W Mini Vase Raku Ceramic, Smoked Raku, Handmade Home Decor Gift
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Hana W ~ 花 Flower
Our Hana W mini raku vase is an expression of a classical vase shape in a miniature form. This vase makes for an adorable gift or a tabletop decorative piece that...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Vases
Materials
Copper
Raaquu Hoseki Raku Pottery Vase - Full Copper Matte - Handmade Ceramic, Malaysia
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Hoseki ( 宝石 ) ~ (n) gem
The Hoseki Vase is named “gem” in Japanese for its slightly angular shape. Wide-mouthed with a textured finish and soft edges, it adds a classy touch to any ...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Vases
Materials
Copper
Contemporary Fish Design Gaetano Pesce Medusa L 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: L - Ø 22cm x H 36cm
Other sizes available
Colours: Matt green....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Resin
Gio Ponti Style Silver Vase
Located in New York, NY
Silver plated vase with multiple stems.
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Silver
Blue and White Porcelain Vase by Ivan Weiss for Royal Copenhagen, 1980s
By Ivan Weiss
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Modern porcelain vase with blue decor designed by the danish ceramist Ivan Weiss and manufactured by Royal Copenhagen during the 1980s. Fully ...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Three Silverplate Vases by Lino Sabattini
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A three-piece set of silver plate vases, circa 1970s designed by Lino Sabattini (Italian, born 1925). A minimalist design by celebrated Gio Ponti collaborator and Christofle director...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Silver Plate
DeCastelli Jaipur 183 Vase in Stainless Steel by Stefano Dussin
By DeCastelli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Next stop, India: these oriental-style decorative vases are sculptural elements with generous yet simultaneously slim shapes. In addition to classic finishes, like corten and burnish...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Stainless Steel
Hana W Mini Vase Raku Ceramic - Half Copper Matte - Handmade Home Decor Gift
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Hana W ~ 花 Flower
Our Hana W mini raku vase is an expression of a classical vase shape in a miniature form. This vase makes for an adorable gift or a tabletop decorative piece that...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Vases
Materials
Copper
Ceramic Vase "PALOMA" Black Glazed by Gabriella B., Made in Italy
By Gabriella B.
Located in Treviso, IT
Ceramic vase PALOMA white glazed finished
cod. B003 S
measures:
Height 120.0 - Diameter 25.0 cm.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Terracotta Vessel, Usa
Located in New York, NY
In a career spanning over 30 years, New York City artist Christopher Russell has devoted himself to creating unique works of art, functional design...
Category
2010s American Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
21st Century Esker Vase in Biscuit Porcelain by POL
By JCP UNIVERSE
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
"The unworldly beauty of ceramic in a sculpture by POL, realized exclusively for JCP Universe. Esker is a line of biscuit porcelain vases built with the rubble of ceramic factories. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Ceramic "apple" vase by Georges Jouve, France, 1950's
Located in Paris, FR
Black ceramic vase by Georges Jouve, signed, France, 1950's
Category
1950s French Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
1960s Gio Ponti Style Minimalist Chromed Metal Multiple Cylinder Vase
By Gio Ponti
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This chromed metal vase exemplifies the balance between form and function, with its sleek modernist design and versatile use, aligning well with Gio Ponti’s iconic design philosophy....
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Vases
Materials
Metal
Tsuchi Raku Mini Planter Pot Set of 3 - Carbon Copper - Handmade Ceramic
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Tsuchi - Earth
*Plants are not included in this purchase
Our Tsuchi pot is named after the medium it holds ; Earth. This pot is double sealed to prevent moisture from seeping into ...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Vases
Materials
Copper
Gaetano Pesce Clear Special XL Vase Resin Yellow, Ruby, Pink, Fuchsia
Located in barasso, IT
Clear special extra color vase - Matt Warm Yellow, Dark Ruby, Clear Pink, Matt Fuchsia
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
Italian Silver Plate Modernist Tumbler Vase, circa 1980
Located in Atlanta, GA
A lovely tall silver plate vase crafted by the Italian silversmith designer B.F. The piece was crafted in Italy circa 1980. The design features a streamlined tumbler geometric shape ...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
Indian Summer Vase (Large), Clear Fume and Matte Turquoise by Gaetano Pesce
Located in Toronto, CA
Clear Fume and Turquoise "Indian Summer" Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection.
* All the pieces are hand-made and therefore unique. Variat...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Resin
Tall Bubble Vase in Black Textured Resin by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Striking and elegant, the Tall Bubble Vase has a unique silhouette that brings a modern and playful feel to any space. Styled in built-ins or filled with florals, this vase is as ver...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Vases
Materials
Resin
Moor Heads Vases "Venus with gold", Handmade in Italy, 2019, Unique Design
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Gold Leaf
"Nail" Luxury Vases Set of 5 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
Collection of 5 Modern Geometric Vessels Handcarved Rough Textured Planes Linear
Located in Bronx, NY
"Collection of Vessels — No. 1, 2, 4, 5 & 6"
J.M. Szymanski
2024
Vessels No. 1, 2, 4, 5 & 6 make up this unique collection. Designed to be displayed together. Mathematically designe...
Category
2010s American Modern Vases
Materials
Steel, Iron
Wonderful Vintage Venini Fazzoletto Bicolore Handkerchief Art Glass Vase
By Venini
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Vintage Venini Fazzoletto Bicolore Handkerchief Art Glass Vase With Gold Inclusions And White Interior, Signed And Dated On Underside
H: 11 1/4" X W: 10 3/4"
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
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.