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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chaircrafted 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
Vintage Tall Italian Vase in Clear Murano Glass with "Mosaic" Flakes Decoration
Located in Milano, IT
Confetti are a symbol of the world renowned venetian carnival, so in a way it only makes sense to find them (sort of) into another world famous craft product from the floating city. ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Vases

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Murano Glass

Signed Scavo Glass Vase by Archimede Seguso, Murano, Italy, 20th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This large Murano glass vase was made by Archimede Seguso, one of the most respected glassmakers in Italy. It features a beautiful scavo finish, a special technique that gives the gl...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Vases

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Murano Glass

WILD - Terracotta- XXI Century - by Chiara Berta Artist
Located in Medesano, IT
The collection is called "Colors is Life." This project aims to see a two-dimensional vision of design taking shape in space realized. As usual, these are pieces made entirely by han...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Terracotta

Ceramic Vase by Nathalie Du Pasquier for Alessio Sarri Editions, Italy
Located in Milan, Italy
Ceramic vase designed by Nathalie Du Pasquier and produced by Alesso Sarri Editions, Italy. Signed. Biography Nathalie du Pasquier (b. 1957, Bordeaux, France) worked as a designe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Contemporary Sand Casted Bronze Round Disk Tray by Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
Bronze disk tray - signed Arno Declercq. Sand casted in pink bronze and hand polished. Measures: 27 cm wide x 27 cm long x 9 cm high / 10.6” wide x 10.6” long x 3.5” high Signed by A...
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2010s Belgian Modern Vases

Materials

Bronze

Michael Bang Spiderweb Studio Glass Vase for Holmegaard, Denmark
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Large circular vase in light-blue toned clear art glass. Its an unique piece and its signed by the artist, numbered and dated. It is decorated with applied threads of glass creating ...
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1990s Danish Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Hand-Blown Murano Glass Vase with Organic Viridian Green Sculptural Striations
Located in New York, NY
This striking hand-blown Murano glass vase features organic sculptural striations in a vibrant viridian green, showcasing the artistry and tradition of Venetian glassmaking. The vas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

No.102 Stoneware Sculpture, Tonfisk by Ciona Lee
Located in Geneve, CH
No.98 stoneware sculpture, Tonfisk by Ciona Lee One of a Kind Dimensions: Ø 13 x H 19 cm Materials: White stoneware, satin cream glaze Variations of size and colour available ...
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2010s British Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Statuario Marble and Hand Blown Glass, "Abito" Vase by Sandro Lopez White, Italy
Located in Milano, IT
A glass and marble vase to add a touch of softness and detail to the interior. The thin and delicate material of the top contrasts the marble body of the base and creates a layered s...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Statuary Marble

Chrome Plated Pressure Vase XL by Tim Teven
Located in Geneve, CH
Chrome plated pressure vase XL by Tim Teven Pressure Series (2018 - Ongoing) Dimensions: 20 x 10 x 48 cm Materials: Chrome plated steel or stainless steel Available in differen...
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2010s Dutch Modern Vases

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Hand-Blown Murano Supreme Vase in Onyx Black Tall
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A striking testament to masterful glass artistry, the Murano Supreme Vase in Onyx Black captivates with a sculptural presence that is both bold and serene. Each piece is hand-blown b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Femme Oiseau Vase by Oikos Estudio
Located in Geneve, CH
Femme Oiseau Vase by Oikos Estudio Handmade Dimensions: D 10 x H 20 cm (Dimensions may vary). Materials: High-fired stoneware. Each piece is unique and might show slight variations ...
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2010s Spanish Modern Vases

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Stoneware

Contemporary, modern, green marble vase, carved by hand, bygone vase FORMAR
Located in 中西區, HK
Timeless material, classic shape & modern craftmenship Give these vases a unique texture following each piece’s natural veins and pattersn immitating the timely erosions we seldom fi...
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2010s Chinese Modern Vases

Materials

Marble

Blue Ball Glass Vase by Birgitta Watz for Lindshammar, 1995
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rocking globe-shaped cobalt blue glass vase designed by Birgitta Watz in 1995 and manufactured by Lindshammar in Sweden. Standing on a plane surface th...
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1990s Swedish Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Miki Pop Ceramic Sculpture, Mushroom by Malwina Konopacka
Located in Geneve, CH
Miki pop ceramic sculpture - mushroom by Malwina Konopacka Unique sculpture ( Decorated and hand-painted by the artist ) Materials: Impregnated...
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2010s Polish Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Murano "Facce" Vase by Giuliano Busato
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian multicolor Murano art glass vase hand blown to form abstract faces / Made in Italy by Giuliano Busato, circa 1990s Original maker's mark underside Measures: Height 15.5 inche...
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20th Century Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Caltagirone Ceramic Carafe Vase Model Ciclope
Located in Milan, Italy
Large sculpture carafe in ceramic, totally handmade, a unique example produced for Superego Editions. Produced in Caltagirone, Sicily, Italy. Anthropomorphic vase. Biography: Su...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Flexible Formed Vase 3 by Rino Claessens
Located in Geneve, CH
Flexible Formed Vase 3 by Rino Claessens Dimensions: D 26 x W 26 x H 16.5 cm. Materials: Glazed ceramic. Finish: Satin gloss black glaze. Weight: 1....
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2010s Dutch Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

A 1970s Modernist Ceramic Italian Vase by Bertoncello
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is an iconic brown and beige ceramic vases designed and manufactured in Italy by Bertoncello in the Seventies, it embodies the design characteristics of the period, showcasing a...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

LOUIS MATHE - Vintage Studio Pottery Vase - Signed - Canada - Circa 1992
Located in Chatham, ON
LOUIS MATHE - Vintage studio pottery vase with applied medallion handles with engraved Muskox - thick matte two tone grey glaze over the st...
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Late 20th Century Canadian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Bumps 2.0 Blue Cobalt Vase by Arkadiusz Szwed
Located in Geneve, CH
Bumps 2.0 blue cobalt vase by Arkadiusz Szwed Dimensions: L 16 x W 16 x H 20 cm Materials: Porcelain Arkadiusz Szwed designs and produce ceramic...
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2010s Polish Modern Vases

Materials

Porcelain

STACKED Single-Fluted Maple Vessel by Richard Haining, Available Now
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Single-Fluted Vessel is one part of a trio of vessels. The three vessels are all identical in their overall shape, but vary in the number of flutes; Single-Flute, Double-Flute, ...
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2010s American Modern Vases

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Ceramic, Pottery, Wood, Hardwood, Maple, Softwood, Reclaimed Wood, Scrap...

Vintage Sgraffito & Glaze Decorated Studio Pottery Vase - Unsigned - Late 20th C
Located in Chatham, ON
Vintage - molded - small sgraffito and glaze decorated studio pottery vase - unsigned - marked on the base with the numeral 2 - late 20th century. Excellent vintage condition - no l...
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Late 20th Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Glass Vase Designed by Sissi Westerberg for Reijmyre, Sweden, 2017, Turquoise
Located in Stockholm, SE
Vase designed by Sissi Westerberg for Reijmyre, Sweden, 2017. Glass.
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2010s Swedish Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Modern Catalan Double Sided Ceramic Vase by Isabel Barba-Formosa Spain 1970s
Located in Miami, FL
Hand made in Spain, unusual double side ceramic vessel from the Catalan ceramist Isabel Barba-Formosa (1947-2021). Glazed in dark blue, designed with the top vase and ring, painte...
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1970s Spanish Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Large American Studio Glass Colored “Lava” Centerpiece by, Leon Applebaum
Located in Buffalo, NY
An exceptionally large American contemporary Studio glass "Lava" hand blown centerpiece by, Leon Applebaum decorated with yellow, purple, red and blue coloration against a heavy orga...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Contemporary Gaetano Pesce Clear Special L Vase Resin Fuchsia Pink Lilac
Located in barasso, IT
Clear special extra color vase - Clear pink, clear fuchsia, clear lilac, matt pink. Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection. Measures: L...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Resin

Vintage Pair Serra Gallery Ceramic Vases - Josep Serra - Spain - 1970s
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful pair of early 1970s ceramic Modern Vessels by Josep Serra for Serra Studio in Catalonia, Spain. Brown vase with striped designer on the body tapering to a solid coffee br...
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1970s Spanish Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Contemporary Repoussé Large Tree Trunk Pot in Dark Antique Copper by Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large tree trunk design pot Dark antique copper Hand Repoussé Limited Edition Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Repoussé is the t...
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2010s Modern Vases

Materials

Copper

Pair of Cornish Serpentine Stone Urn-Shaped Vases
Located in London, GB
Pair of Cornish Serpentine stone urn vases English, 20th Century Height 20.5cm, diameter 8cm This pair of very interesting vases is crafted from very fine Cornish serpentine, a beau...
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20th Century English Modern Vases

Materials

Serpentine

Marga III Vessel by Raquel Vidal and Pedro Paz
Located in Geneve, CH
Marga III Vessel by Raquel Vidal and Pedro Paz Exclusive for Galerie Philia Dimensions: Ø 23 x H 44 cm. Materials: Ceramic. All our pieces are handmade in our own workshop located in Valencia. Please contact us. Based in Spain, Canoa Lab...
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2010s Spanish Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Handmade "chess-inspired" ceramic vase, Italy, "BlackBishop" by Sara Khamisi
Located in Milano, IT
The “Bishop Vase" from the "Kish o Mat" collection, designed by the artist Sara Khamisi is inspired by chess characters. Each ceramic in this collection tells a unique story.  The "Bishop vase" features a cylindrical body composed of two slightly offset halves, elegantly referencing the distinctive diagonal movements of the bishop piece on the chessboard. Handcrafted in Milan from slipcast ceramic, the vase has a smooth, matte black finish that enhances its sleek, contemporary aesthetic. Thanks to its handmade nature, each vase has slight imperfections, adding to its charm and authenticity. Its clean and simple design makes it suitable for a variety of interior styles. It can be displayed alone or arranged with other elements from the collection to create elegant and sculptural compositions. Drawing on her Persian heritage, the artist named the collection "Kish o Mat," the Persian term that inspired the word "Checkmate." This collection represents a modern interpretation of historic forms. Order yours today and enhance your collection of decor...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 2 Bold Ada Planters by Llot Llov
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 bold Ada Planters by Llot Llov Dimensions: Ø 35 cm x H: 50 cm Pot 1: Ø 35 cm x 30 cm; Pot 2: Ø 20 cm x 20 cm Materials: brushed raw aluminium Also available in black powder-coated. Ada Planter was made in a metal spinning process out of aluminium, meant to be the new home for plants with roots. They come in four types, all can be filled from both sides, allowing for endless combinations from cactus as well as palm trees. The new edition is ready to order in brushed aluminium. The unpainted surface shows the raw Material. Each plant pot is hand-turned and hand-brushed and is reminiscent of an untreated Industrial piece. The slightly reflective metal surface creates a beautiful contrast to the fresh green leaves. The new planter...
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2010s German Modern Vases

Materials

Aluminum

6 Amici III White Vase by Linde Burkhardt for Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Evanescent and enigmatic, this collection features six different pearly ceramic lids atop pearly ceramic vases. The "6 Amici" collection is designed by Linde Burkhardt.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Adelaide I Medium White Vase by Xie Dong for Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
As she experimented with different materials, and due to a special technique, Xie Dong has mandaged to ruffle, and almost pleat, ceramics. She's a true artist, able to translate a de...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Ceramic Vase "Bob" White Matte Glazed by Gabriella B. Made in Italy
Located in Treviso, IT
Ceramic vase BOB white matte glazed cod. CP044 Measures: H. 172.0 cm. - D. 40.0 cm.
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Minimalist Organic Form, Pink Fiberglass Vase by kar
Located in Geneve, CH
Tong pink vase by kar Materials: FRP Dimensions: 26 x 26 x 34 cm *This piece is suitable for outdoor use. A smooth shape for integrating into any space. Multiple-use as a flower va...
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2010s Chinese Modern Vases

Materials

Fiberglass

1980s Modern Hand-Blown Green and Gray Murano Glass Vase by Venini
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This striking hand-blown Murano glass vase by Venini, crafted in the 1980s, is a refined example of modern Italian glass artistry. Its bold flared rim and clean, fluid form are enhan...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Contemporary Gaetano Pesce Spaghetti XL Vase Soft Resin Orange Dark Lavender
Located in barasso, IT
Spaghetti vase, clear orange, matt dark lavender. Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection. Measure...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Resin

Large 21th century design white and brown stonewware ceramic vase by ATOI 2010
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
ATOI (born in 1987) Large white and brown stoneware ceramic vase signed by ATOI Realised circa 2010 Signed original perfect condition height 25 cm Large 18 cm
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Geometric Vessel Sculpture Handmade Blackened and Waxed Iron
Located in Bronx, NY
Vessel No 4. J.M. Szymanski d. 2024 Blackened and waxed iron This is a unique architectural object made entirely of iron. J.M. Szymanski uses a unique process of metal sculpting to ...
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2010s American Modern Vases

Materials

Steel, Iron

Herend Decor "Flower Bouquet" Vase Hand Painted Hungarian Porcelain, Modern
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Exquisite vase in hand painted Hungarian porcelain by Herend. In "flower bouquet" pattern. Modern Vase with the charm of the 19th century. Since 1826, Herend's factory has been one o...
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Late 20th Century Hungarian Modern Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Small Crushed Glass Vase: Black & White Hand Blown Glass by Avram Rusu Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Combining black & white our small striped crushed vase uses contrast to maximum effect. This timeless mix and works beautifully with bold or soft tones. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Contemporary Bronze Triple Tray with Polished Interior, Signed Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
Bronze Triple Tray - Signed Arno Declercq Measures: 30 cm L x 28 cm W x 19 cm H (11.8” L x 11” W x 7.5” H) Material: bronze Signed by Arno Declercq --Arno Declercq-- Belgian designe...
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2010s Belgian Modern Vases

Materials

Bronze

Accolay Vase
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
An original ceramic by Accolay.
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1960s French Vintage Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Venini Opalino Small Vase in Orange Milk White Inside Murano Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opalino small vase in Amber Murano glass by Venini. The Opalino vase is all about sophisticated and unique colors, thanks to the use of the traditional Op...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

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Murano Glass

Sculptural Contemporary Ukrainian Glazed Chamotte Vase Ephemeral V by Voznicki
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Andriy and Olesya Voznicki are well established Ukrainian artists. They have both graduated from Lviv Academy of Art in Ukraine, Olesya - from the Art Glass department and Andriy as ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Vases

Materials

Clay

Alexandre Kostanda ceramic , pottery abstract vessel /pitcher , Vallauris .
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful abstract design by the Polish ? French artist Alexandre Kostanda , made in Vallauris , France .
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Large Eclissi Vase in Orange and Red by Carlo Moretti
Located in New York, NY
The alternating interplay between transparent and opaque colors and Murano crystal give this fattened sphere the identity of Carlo Moretti. A sequence of orange streaks bound togethe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Matte Black Vase by Daniele Giannetti
Located in Geneve, CH
Matte Black vase by Daniele Giannetti Dimensions: Ø 17 x H 15 cm. Materials: Glazed terracotta. All pieces are made in terracotta from Montelupo...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Terracotta

Italian Murano Art Glass Vase
Located in Astoria, NY
Italian Murano Art Glass Vase, 2000, yellow ground with blue swirls, green iridescence, and opaque black lip, illegibly marked "Valle of Raub (?)" and dated "2000" to underside. 12" ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

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Murano Glass

The Drago Nero Vessel by Coseincorso
Located in Geneve, CH
The Drago Nero Vessel by Coseincorso Dimensions: Ø 40 x H 35 cm. Materials: Ceramic with unleaded glaze. The Drago Nero takes inspiration from the drug pots produced in Castelli be...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Minimalist Organic Form, Black Fiberglass Vase by kar
Located in Geneve, CH
Tong coffee vase by kar Materials: FRP Dimensions: 26 x 26 x 34 cm A smooth shape for integrating into any space. Multiple-use as a flower vase, a container for blueprints, posters,...
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2010s Chinese Modern Vases

Materials

Fiberglass

Cenedese Murano Glass Spherical Vase with Iridescent Scavo Finish
Located in Stamford, CT
A Cenedese Murano glass spherical vase of black glass with iridescent Scavo finish, Italy.
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Post-War German Incised Orange and Beige Vase
Located in Queens, NY
Post-War West Germany orange shaped cylindrical vase with incised beige ribbed & geometric banded middle section (Original label attached vú KERAMIK).      
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20th Century German Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

FRAMENTO Vase - Nero Marquina Marble Contemporary Vase by Sfero Design
Located in Cologna Veneta, IT
An extraordinary design of singular contemporary sophistication, this vase is handcrafted from four slabs of Nero Marquina marble with honed finish that are visibly and differently f...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Marble

Pair of Veritas Contemporary Faceted Optical Glass Square Vases, Texas, 2016
Located in Glasgow, GB
Pair of contemporary faceted optical glass square vases by Veritas, Texas, 2016, each hand-crafted in crystal-clear optical glass. The thick, heavyweight block form is precision-cut ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Vases

Materials

Optical Glass

Contemporary Faceted Optical Glass Vase by Veritas, Texas US, 2016
Located in Glasgow, GB
Contemporary faceted optical glass vase by Veritas, Texas, 2016, in crystal-clear cut glass with pyramid facets and a sculptural modern form. This thick, heavyweight optical glass va...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Vases

Materials

Optical 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Resin

Hand Blown Murano Vase in Black Onyx with Bubbles
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Crafted with the refined Bullicante technique, this Murano vase showcases the pinnacle of Venetian glass artistry. This vase is meticulously handcrafted, featuring a stunning black c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

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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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