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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Vase Vessel Sculpture Tulip Solid Block Amber Onyx Handmade Italy Collectible
Located in Ancona, Marche
Important sculptural vase carved by hand from a solid block of Amber onyx.
Vase dimensions: L 27 x W 22 x H 49 cm.
Available in different onyx and marbles.
Limited Edition of 35....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Onyx
Pair Vallauris France Table Lights Color Turquoise With Rafia Fringed Shades
Located in Hamburg, DE
1 pair of Table lights from Vallauris France, color turquoise, the initials VF for VALLAURIS FRANCE is given on the bottom and a stamp FRANCE , size: 30cm height x 20cm diameter, Han...
Category
1960s French Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Contemporary Green Flower Glass Blown Cylinder Vase Handcrafted, Natalia Criado
Located in Milan, IT
This charming vase handcrafted of fine crystal is a showcase of pure volumes. Its elegant silhouette is composed of a spherical, blue base sustaining the cylindrical, clear body. Cra...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Vase Vessel Sculpture Tulip Amber Onyx Marble Collectible Design Handmade Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Important sculptural vase carved by hand from a solid block of Amber onyx.
Vase dimensions: L 22 x W 21 x H 49 cm, available in different onyx and marbles....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Onyx, Marble
Set of 2 Casa de Familia Bottles by Josep Maria Jujol
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of Casa de Familia bottles by Josep Maria Jujol
Dimensions: Diameter 13 x Height 27 cm
Materials: Glass.
He designed the Casa de Familia Bottle in 1912, and more than a ...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Hand Blown Murano Vase in Onyx Black Medium
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This elegant Murano glass vase embodies the sophistication and timeless artistry of Venetian glassmakers. Its deep black hue, contrasted with the crystal-clear glass edges, evokes a ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
$1,950 Sale Price
25% Off
Contemporary Gaetano Pesce Spaghetti L 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 prop...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Resin
Hand-Blown Murano Cactus Vase in Amethyst Medium
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Inspired by the sculptural elegance of desert flora, this hand-blown Murano Cactus Vase in grey is a refined expression of organic form and contemporary ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
$1,695 Sale Price
25% Off
Hand-Blown Murano Cactus Vase in Fern Green with Bubbles Medium
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A striking fusion of organic form and Venetian mastery, this Hand-Blown Murano Cactus Vase in Fern Green with Bubbles radiates tactile poetry and sculptural grace. Its gently ribbed ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
$1,695 Sale Price
25% Off
Oval Bud Vase by Robbie Heidinger
Located in New York, NY
Glazed stoneware. Footed oval-shaped vase with applied forms & blue glazes. Artist signed on underside.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
21st Century Alessandro Mendini Large Vase in Murano Glass Various Colors
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
21st century Alessandro Mendini Freccia large vase in Murano glass various colors.
Designed by Alessandro Mendini, Freccia is a triangular base vase with an integral side which serv...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Ceramic Vase "EVE-L" Handcrafted in Bronze by Gabriella B. Made in Italy
By Gabriella B.
Located in Treviso, IT
EVE-L - Ceramic vase handcrafted in bronze
code VS033.
Measures: Height 200.0 cm., diameter. 60.0 cm.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Tall Amberina Crackle Glass Vase Attributed to Blenko Glass
By Blenko Glass
Located in Miami, FL
Tall Amberina Crackle Glass Vase Attributed to Blenko Glass
Offered for sale is a tall Amberina crackle glass vase attributed to Blenko. The vase has coloring that blends from an orange to a deep red. The finish is the iconic Blenko crackle...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Ruby "English Rose" Hand Carved Porcelain Arts & Crafts Pottery Vase
Located in New York, NY
"English Rose" hand carved porcelain modern Arts & Crafts pottery vase with ruby glaze. Vase is slip cast into plaster mold. Handcrafted and signed by the artist Christopher Brody. T...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Hand Blown Murano Vase Gomitolo in Tourmaline Green Tall
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This tall, elegant Murano glass vase epitomizes modern sophistication while celebrating the rich heritage of traditional glass-blowing techniques. Standing as a testament to Murano’s master artisans, its unique, twisted design gracefully spirals around the body, creating a mesmerizing interplay of light and shadow. Rich hints of tourmaline green...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
$4,425 Sale Price
25% Off
Maria Vessel, Handmade in Portugal
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Maria Vessel in Oat
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 contemp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
$333 / item
Iside I21, Man's Moorish Head, Handmade in Sicily, 2021, Golden, Size M
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The Collection
This collection offers ideas for contemporary décor through sophisticated revelations of art bound to the tradition of ceramics of Caltagirone, objets d’art that comb...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Enamel
New Modern Vase L in White Arabescato marble, Designed by Jacopo Simonetti
Located in Milan, IT
Vase L in White Arabescato marble, designed by Jacopo Simonetti.
Available also in Pink Egeo, Black Marquinia, White Onyx marble and in the S version.
Armonia Collection: Inspired ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Marble
Labuan Glass Vase in Red Milk White inside by Venini
By Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase with full, round body and funnel shaped neck in red. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or strong statement piece for any room.
Dimensions: 27.5 cm diame...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
$1,375 / item
Ceramic Vase "Louis" White Matte Glazed by Gabriella B. Made in Italy
By Gabriella B.
Located in Treviso, IT
Ceramic vase LOUIS white matte glazed
cod. CP300
Measures:
H. 160.0 cm. Dm. 40.0 cm.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Pierre Small Red and Glass Vase by Borek Sipek for Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The vase by Borek Sipek has leaves, shoots, thorns and twigs clinging on their surface. A whole world of fantasy stolen from the world of plants.
Borek Sipek (1949-2016) studied int...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Bowl by Gerald and Gotlind Weigel Ceramic
Located in Krefeld, DE
Beautiful impressive Bowl by Gerald and Gotlind Weigel. The structure of the glaze is developed by using a net. It is signed by Weigel and th...
Category
1980s German Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Large green vase, Murano sommerso glass
By Seguso
Located in Milano, IT
Many are the different styles of glass that are created on the island of Murano. Blown, sculpted or molded glass is used to create any kind of object, ranging from bowls and vases to...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
$1,807 Sale Price
20% Off
Crystal Square Flower Vase TIZO
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a crystal square flower vase by Tizo.
Dimensions: 4.25" H x 3.75" W x 2" D. Opening 1.5" in diameter.
Please visit take a look at our listings, we have an a...
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Crystal
Boboda Power Amethyst Vase by Mario Cioni
By Mario Cioni
Located in Milan, IT
A splendid addition to a Classic living room, eclectic entryway, or modern study, this stunning vase was crafted of crystal in a sublime amethyst color. The deep burgundy hue is encl...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
$3,059 / item
Modern Decor Large White Happy Susto Ceramic Flower Vase by Jaime Hayon
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Modern Decor large white happy susto ceramic flower vase by Jaime Hayon
Materials:
Porcelain
Dimensions:
D 14 cm x W 33 cm x H 47 cm
A cerami...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Hand Blown Murano Sphere Vase in Emerald Green Small
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Murano is an extraordinary piece that marries luxurious design with timeless elegance. This stunning glass sphere is a testament to the artistry and skill of its creators, featu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
$562 Sale Price
25% Off
Soft Vessel, White Ceramics
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Soft is a collection of sensual and tactile ceramic pieces in which Kiki looks at vernacular shapes to re-imagine them. The Netherlands has a long history of craft and Dutch designer...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
$313 / item
Hand Blown Murano Olive Vase in Grey
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Introducing a refined masterpiece of contemporary Murano glass craftsmanship. This sleek, olive grey vase exudes sophistication with its geometric precision and seamless design. Enca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
$1,181 Sale Price
25% Off
Set of 2 Coffee Duck Plate Mini by 101 Copenhagen
Located in Geneve, CH
A set of 2 coffee duck plate miniby 101 Copenhagen
Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl
Dimensions: L30 / W30 / H9,5 cm
Materials: Ceramic
...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Modernist White Porcelain Vase by Rosenthal Studio-Linie
By Rosenthal
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice modernist white porcelain vase by Rosenthal Studio-Linie, circa 1970s. The vase is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measures 6"W x 3"D x 6"H. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain
New Modern Vase in White Onyx marble, Designed by Jacopo Simonetti
Located in Milan, IT
Vase S in White Onyx marble, designed by Jacopo Simonetti.
Available also in Pink Egeo, Black Marquinia, White Arabescato marble and in the L version.
Armonia Collection: Inspired ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Marble
21st century Pair of Original of "Tomato" Vases
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of "Tomato" Vases
Magnificent pair of ceramic vases in the shape of tomatoes, made by hand. The bright colour of this pair will look great in your kitchen or dining room.
The va...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
$1,902 / set
"Neomurrino" Italian Glass Vase by Barovier & Toso
Located in New York, NY
"Neomurrino" Italian art glass vase by Barovier & Toso.
Clear Murano glass with fused marbled
Murrine in hues of white and black.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Blue Ceramic Majolica Vase Vessel Decorative Butterflies Hand Painted Italy
By deBlona
Located in Recanati, IT
Of extraordinary beauty and unique charm, the blue butterfly has always been considered the bearer of wishes. According to ancient beliefs it has the power to make dreams come true. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Majolica
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
Warwick Parker English Salt Glazed Studio Pottery Bottle Vase
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very fine quality salt glazed studio pottery bottle flagon shaped vase by Dorset based potter Warwick Parker (b.1940) dating from the 20th century. Th...
Category
20th Century English Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Ceramic Vase "MERLINO" Handcrafted in 24kt Gold by Gabriella B. Made in Italy
By Gabriella B.
Located in Treviso, IT
MERLINO - Ceramic vase handcrafted in 24-karat gold, white glazed inside
cod. GL050
measures: Height 90.0 cm., diameter 28.0 cm.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Hand Blown Murano Globe Vase in Clear with a Hint of Rose
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Immerse yourself in the exquisite artistry of this external sbruffi with hints of rose, a testament to the mastery of traditional glassblowing techniques. This captivating piece is m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
$1,950 Sale Price
25% Off
Large Scale Handblown Murano Frosted & Textured Graphite Vase
Located in New York, NY
This stunning modernist large vase was handblown in Murano, Italy- the island off the coast of Venice renowned for centuries for its superlative glass production. It features a cylin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Deneb Glass Vase, by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis Milano Collection
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Deneb vase in multicolored glass was originally designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1982 for Memphis. Signed “E.Sottsass per Memphis Milano”.
Ettore Sottsass was born in Innsbruck in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Armani Casa Move Metal Oval Vases Pair
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Pair of Armani Vada Move Metal Oval vases in mate finish. El gang Armani design. Great decor or gift.
Category
2010s American Modern Vases
Materials
Metal
$1,200 / set
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
$299 Sale Price
20% Off
Hand Painted Wheel Thrown & Manipulated Porcelain Vase by Bender, 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
BENDER (Unidentified Artist/Potter) - Hand painted wheel thrown and manipulated Studio Pottery porcelain vase - signed on the base - country of origin unknown - late 20th century.
...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Vase "DIANA" Handcrafted in Bronze by Gabriella B., Made in Italy
By Gabriella B.
Located in Treviso, IT
DIANA - Ceramic vase fully handcrafted in bronze
code CP003, measures:
height 130.0 cm., diameter 40.0 cm.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Large Italian Art Glass Vase by Alfredo Barbini for Murano Glass
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful large Italian art glass vase by Alfredo Barbini for Murano Glass, circa 1990s. The piece has a wonderful pebble finish and is in very good vintage condition. The vase mea...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Ceramic Vase "KIM" Handcrafted in 24-Karat Gold by Gabriella B. Made in Italy
By Gabriella B.
Located in Treviso, IT
Ceramic vase KIM fully handcrafted in 24-karat gold
cod. CP007
Measures: H. 90.0 cm. - Dm. 35.0 cm.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
1980's Modern Sculptural Pink Crackle Vase by Jaru
By Jaru
Located in West Chester, PA
A fantastic artisan made two-handled sculptural ceramic vase fired in a pink crackle glaze finish by the California pottery company Jaru.
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
"Paper Bag" by California Bronze
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Whimsical "paper bag" made from cast metal from California Bronze. Would make for a fun decorative piece in any interior. Photographed atop a Cappellini sid...
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Metal
Vintage Giant Moroccan Jar
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Vintage Giant Moroccan jar with colorful classic Moroccan design motifs.
Category
1970s Moroccan Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Green and Black Small Vessel by Ilse Claesson
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ilse Margareta Claesson (1907–1999), later known as Ilse Claesson Roempke, was a groundbreaking Swedish ceramist, painter and textile artist, celebrated for her modernist designs roo...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Ceramic Vase "MARY II" Handcrafted in Bronze by Gabriella B., Made in Italy
By Gabriella B.
Located in Treviso, IT
Ceramic cup MARY II handcrafted in bronze, white glazed inside
cod. CP114
measures: Height 70.0 cm. - diameter 35.0 cm.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Soapstone Amorfo 02 by Alva Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Amorfo 02 by Alva Design
Materials: Soapstone
Dimensions: Ø 25 x H 15 cm
ALVA is a furniture and objects design office, formed by brothers Susana Bastos...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Vases
Materials
Soapstone
$1,343 / item
A Sapphire Blue Vase by Per Lütken for Holmegaard
Located in San Francisco, CA
A sapphire blue mouth-blown vases for Holmegaard glass and each signed on the bottom. Very good condition all around, with no chips or scratches. Engraved with the year, 1955, and Ho...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
No.44 Stoneware Sculpture, Tonfisk by Ciona Lee
Located in Geneve, CH
No.44 stoneware sculpture, tonfisk by Ciona Lee
One of a Kind
Dimensions: W 14.5 x D 6 x H 11.5 cm
Materials: Black Grogged Stoneware, Frost White Glaze
...
Category
2010s British Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Jjirasi Vase #04. From the series Jjirasi
By Yongwon Noh
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Jjirasi Vase #04, 2021 by Yongwon Noh
From the series Jjirasi
Ceramic, PVC Sticker and Resin
Size: 6.6 in. H x 5.5 in. W x 5.5 in. D
Weight: 3kg Unpacked
Unique Piece
Signature writ...
Category
2010s North Korean Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Resin, PVC
Hand-Blown Murano Frozen Vase in Light Amaretto Medium
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This hand-blown Murano "Frozen" vase in light amaretto is a true masterpiece. The rich, russet hue radiates warmth and sophistication, creating a striking contrast with the frosted, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
$1,950 Sale Price
25% Off
1978 Merlot Marble Vase By Greg Natale
By Greg Natale
Located in Sydney,, NSW
1978 marked the second anniversary of the New York City nightclub Studio 54, where art and culture converged to inspire a new era of design and architecture. Crafted from raw marble,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Vases
Materials
Marble
$350 / item
Italian Modern Yellow Ceramic Vase ET1 by Ettore Sottsass for A. Sarri, 1990s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern yellow ceramic Vase ET1 by Ettore Sottsass for A. Sarri, 1990s
Rare and elegant vase mod. ET1 with round base in ceramic painted in yellow and glazed in white. The st...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Gutta Vase CS2 by NOOM
Located in Geneve, CH
Gutta Vase CS2 by NOOM
Dimensions: W 24 x D 27 x H 22 cm
Materials: Amber blown glass.
Sculptural glass vases “Gutta” pay homage to the ancient glassblower-artist technique "guta,...
Category
2010s Ukrainian Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
$1,522 / item
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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