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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Returnable Items Only
New Modern Small Pot in Black Marquinia Marble, creator Ivan Colominas
Located in Milan, IT
Pyxis pot, jar or container for multiple uses.
Size: 12.6 x 11 cm, smooth finishing. Commercial name: Pyxis S, Pyxis collection by the Spanish designer Ivan Colominas. Available also...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Marble
Murano, Italy. Art glass vase with a slender neck. Blue and purple glass.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Murano, Italy. Art glass vase with a slender neck.
Blue and purple glass.
Approximately 1970.
Label.
Perfect condition.
Dimensions: H 27.0 cm x W 9.0 cm x D 5.0 cm.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Modernist Frosted Smoked Amethyst Floral Detail Glass Vase by William Glasner
Located in New York, NY
This lovely and sophisticated Modernist Frosted Glass Vase with Floral Relief Detailing in Smoked Amethyst by William Glasner originates from the United States, Circa 1990. Features ...
Category
1990s American Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Decorative Ceramic Cat Bitossi Fiorato, Gold Flowers on Turquoise
By Fornasetti
Located in MILANO, IT
A coveted collector’s item as early as the 1950s, Fornasetti cats surprise with the sophisticated decorations that colour their surroundings with sheer ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Pair Georg Jensen Alfredo Vases Made in Denmark
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly sculptural pair of polished stainless steel vases by Georg Jensen. This pair stands alone by themselves with their beauty. The substantial height combined with the chrom...
Category
Early 2000s Danish Modern Vases
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Jean Hastings Art Studio Pottery Bottle Form Vase
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Slender Jean Hastings handcrafted glazed ceramic vase. Featuring a lipped bottle form, vertically heavily striated detail, Camel, Beige, Cocoa, Brown coloration and White translucent...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
An unique Murano Art glass vase, multi color orange yellow black by Alberto Dona
By Alberto Donà
Located in London, GB
Here we have an unique Italian Murano Art Studio glass vase , hand blown glass with multiple techniques involved and glass in tones of orange black and yellow colors melting in an ...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Vaso in resina Gaetano Pesce
Located in Torino, Piemonte
Blue resin vase designed by Gaetano Pesce and produced by Fish Design Model Nugget
Marchiato alla base, con certificato di autenticità.
Measurements: diameter 18 cm, height 27 cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Resin
Nana / Red Vase by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
A small vase with a unique form composed of six pretzels and a contrasting base. The NANA vase beautifully displays any bouquet, its beauty accentuated by the vase's striking color. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Vases
Materials
Clay
Irena Vase / Yellow by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
IRENA has a simple, compact spherical shape with a short cylindrical neck. The vase is made of noble ceramics and, in its classic and fully functional form, is an artistic addition t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Vases
Materials
Clay
Travertine Pedestal Bowl XL
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 vary ...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Vases
Materials
Travertine
A Wonderful Baccarat Cobalt Blue Crystal Oceanie Vase Modern French
By Baccarat
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful crystal Oceanie cobalt blue collar vase designed by the French artist Thomas Bastide (born 1954) for Baccarat. Made in France, the vase features a cylindrical barrel stop...
Category
20th Century French Modern Vases
Materials
Crystal
Wonderful Large French Cut Crystal Baccarat Edith Mid-Century Modern Chunky Vase
By Baccarat
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful French cut crystal Mid-Century Modern design panel / chunky vase by Baccarat, in the Edith pattern.
Stamped on the bottom
Category
20th Century French Modern Vases
Materials
Crystal
Pink Marble Pedestal Bowl XL
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 acid of citrus fruits can stain ma...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Vases
Materials
Marble
Wonderful Daum France Crystal "Pate De Verre" Large Art Glass Iris Flower Vase
By Daum
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Daum France Crystal "Pate De Verre" Large Art Glass Iris Flower Vase
Category
20th Century French Modern Vases
Materials
Crystal
Mid 20th Century Marcello Fantoni Raymor Italian Orange and Brown Ceramic Vase
Located in Indianapolis, IN
A mid-20th century beige, orange, and brown ceramic vase by sculptor, ceramist, metalworker, multi-media artist and designer Marcello Fantoni (1915-2011) for Raymor Italy. The brown ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Customizable Hand-crafted Ceramic Vase (Parliament A) by James Hicks
By James Hicks
Located in New York, NY
This meticulously crafted glazed ceramic vase is skillfully handcrafted by James Hicks. The design features a sleek modern rectangle hollow brick form with openings inspired by the a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mario Ferrarini for Bitossi Italian Ceramic Vase Sculpture Centerpiece 2010s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian ceramic vase sculpture centrepiece “Vasi Litigati” series designed by Mario Ferrarini and produced by Bitossi.
The vase consists of two parts, a cilindric base and a ‘hat’ th...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Pulegoso glass vase
Located in Borgo Veneto, IT
Murano blown glass vase pulegoso master Sergio Costantini
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Blue blown glass vase
Located in Borgo Veneto, IT
Blue Murano blown glass vase
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Murano glass jug
Located in Borgo Veneto, IT
Venetian art glass carafe.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Boch Keramis, Belgium. Large ceramic vase. White glaze. Modernist design
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Boch Keramis, Belgium. Large ceramic vase. White glaze. Modernist design. Geometric pattern.
1970s/80s.
Marked.
In perfect condition with a minor firing flaw on the top.
Dimensions: ...
Category
1970s Belgian Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of blown glass vases
Located in Borgo Veneto, IT
Pair of Murano blown glass vases a chalcedony
Category
2010s European Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Murano/Venini, Italy. Large hand-blown ochre yellow art glass vase.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Murano/Venini, Italy.
Large hand-blown ochre yellow art glass vase. Triple gourd-shaped.
Ca. 1970.
Perfect condition.
Label.
Dimensions: Height 47.0 cm x Diameter 12.0 cm.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Silver bowl
Located in Borgo Veneto, IT
Murano glass pulegoso bowl and silver leaf
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
I go in Murano glass
Located in Borgo Veneto, IT
Vado in Murano blown glass.Contemporary
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Tall Santa Vase made in Spain with Hand Marbled White and Terracotta Clay.
By Tina Vaia
Located in VALÈNCIA, ES
Introducing our exquisite tall elegant Santa vase, a testament to refined craftsmanship and timeless design. Standing proudly, this vase embodies sophistication and grace, making it ...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Vases
Materials
Clay
1980s Dino Martens Style Modernist Blue Murano Glass with Murrine Inserts Vase
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A particular blue Murano glass vase with murrine inserts in the style of Dino Martens, made in Italy in the 1980s, it's a unique piece. The vase is a captivating and exquisite piece ...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass, Murrine
Italian modern orange red sculpture vase by Florio Paccagnella, 2023
Located in MIlano, IT
Ceramic sculpture painted bright red with a matte finish. The subject of the sculpture is geometric and rounded, with a round hole in the middle and two square openings located in th...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Sculptural Modern Murano Blown Rostrato Vase In Aquamarine
Located in Westport, CT
A sublime thickly blown iridescent aquamarine vase. The iridescence blown into the glass adds an additional dimension to this beautiful color, an effect of movement as light changes...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Small Contemporary Decorative Vase, English, Straw Silk Art Glass, Flower Sleeve
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small contemporary decorative vase. An English, straw silk art glass flower sleeve by Margaret Johnson.
Unusual and interesting technique matched with great colour
Display...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Waterford Crystal Footed Bowl Vase
Located in Countryside, IL
Waterford Crystal Footed Bowl Vase
This vase measures: 8.75 wide x 8.75 deep x 9.5 inches high
We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as much detail as possible...
Category
Early 2000s Northern Irish Modern Vases
Materials
Crystal
Waterford Cut Crystal Vase Bowl
Located in Countryside, IL
Waterford Cut Crystal Vase Bowl
This vase measures: 8.25 wide x 8.25 deep x 9 inches high
We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as much detail as possible. We ...
Category
Early 2000s Northern Irish Modern Vases
Materials
Crystal
Pair of Ceramic White Lions Tureens, hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the exquisite White Lions Tureen, part of the Timbavati collection by Wiseman Ceramics—a stunning fusion of African artistry and storytelling, meticulously hand-painted a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Unique Hand-Made Sculptural Glazed Ceramic Umbrella Stand by Rexx Fischer 2024
Located in Miami, FL
Unique Hand-Made Sculptural Glazed Ceramic Umbrella Stand by Rexx Fischer 2024
Offered for sale is a hand-made ceramic umbrella stand that is signed and dated 2024 by Rexx Fischer. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
FRAMENTO Vase by Sfero Design - Nero Marquina Marble Contemporary Vase
Located in Cologna Veneta, IT
FRAMENTO (Fragment) vase - Designed by Sfero Design
An extraordinary design of singular contemporary sophistication, this vase is handcrafted from four slabs of Nero Marquina marble...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Marble
Colorful Ceramic Leopard Vase, hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the captivating Leopard Vase by Senzo Duma Ceramics, a stunning testament to African artistry, meticulously hand-painted and hand-sculpted in South Africa.
Crafted with ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Colorful Ceramic Lion vase, hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the captivating Lion Jug by Senzo Duma Ceramics, a true masterpiece of African artistry, meticulously hand-painted and hand-sculpted in South Africa.
Crafted with care a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Modern Murano Glass Vase in Gold-Amber Color signed by Hand, Italy 2015
Located in Salzburg, AT
A straight-lined vase with a matt, amber-colored interior and an exterior covered with an abstract and porous-looking gold glaze.
Strands of glass are laid all around it, these stran...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Pretty English Modern Sterling Silver Vase, 1937
Located in New York, NY
Pretty English Modern sterling silver vase, 1937. Straight and tapering sides with curved bottom; overhanging mouth has wavy curvilinear rim with applied reeding. Stepped and domed f...
Category
1930s British Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Sterling Silver
Steel Vase III by Duzi Objects
Located in DARLINGTON, WA
Steel Vase III by Duzi Objects
Perth-based steel sculpture artist Douglas Powell of Duzi Objects delves into the realms of fluidity, movement, and three-dimensional shapes through ...
Category
2010s Australian Modern Vases
Materials
Steel
Steel Vase V by Duzi Objects
Located in DARLINGTON, WA
Steel Vase V by Duzi Objects
Perth-based steel sculpture artist Douglas Powell of Duzi Objects delves into the realms of fluidity, movement, and three-dimensional shapes through hi...
Category
2010s Australian Modern Vases
Materials
Steel
Steel Vase 1 by Duzi Objects
Located in DARLINGTON, WA
Steel Vase 1 by Duzi Objects
Perth-based steel sculpture artist Douglas Powell of Duzi Objects delves into the realms of fluidity, movement, and three-dimensional shapes through hi...
Category
2010s Australian Modern Vases
Materials
Steel
Colorful Ceramic Monkey jewelry box, hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the exquisite Monkey Jewelry Box by Senzo Duma Ceramics, a stunning fusion of African artistry and functionality, meticulously hand-painted and hand-sculpted in South Afr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Colorful Ceramic Leopards Tureen, hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the stunning Leopard Tureen by Wiseman Ceramics, a true masterpiece of African craftsmanship, meticulously hand-painted and hand-sculpted in South Africa.
Designed by Wi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Nilo Vase, Designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1983 for the Collection Memphis Milano
Located in Beirut, LB
The Nilo vase was originally designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1983 for Memphis Milano 1981-1988. Produced by Memphis in 2013-2014.
A classic by Sottsass, the Nilo porcelain vase is par...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Aniela Platter / Circus / Candy / Red by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
ANIELA can be described in three words: perfect-fruit-plate! Of course, it works just as well for serving sweets or savory snacks. Its wide base and a funny ball-shaped handle gain a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Vases
Materials
Clay
Sculptural Contemporary Ukrainian Glazed Chamotte Vase Ephemeral V by Voznicki
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 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Vases
Materials
Clay
Vintage Multicolor Murano Style Confetti Swirl Art Glass Vase
Located in East Quogue, NY
Elegant vintage multicolor Murano style End-of-Day swirl confetti 1970s bulb-shaped art glass vase with cinched neck and ruffle top.
A lovely, colorful, modern piece.
Excellent v...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Lalique Crystal Orchidee Vase Orchid Opalescent Clear
By Lalique
Located in Countryside, IL
Lalique Crystal Orchidee Vase Orchid Opalescent/Clear
This vase measures: 9 wide x 7.5 deep x 6.25 inches high
We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as much d...
Category
Early 2000s French Modern Vases
Materials
Crystal
Large Ceramic Vase by Ivo de Santis for Gli Utruschi , 1970's
Located in New York, NY
Large decorative Modernist ceramic vase designed by Ivo de Santis for Gli Utruschi.
Earthen tones with colorful accents and lines with ribbed neck details.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mario Bellini Shanghai Gold Vase for Kartell
By Mario Bellini, Kartell
Located in Miami, FL
Gold Shanghai vase designed by Mario Bellini for Kartell.
A multi-faceted vase widening from the base to the top in a swirling motion. Shanghai is like refracted light radiating fro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Plastic
Daum French Pate de Verre Hibiscus Lavender Vase
By Daum
Located in Countryside, IL
Daum French Pate de Verre Hibiscus Lavender Vase
This vase measures: 9.5 wide x 9.5 deep x 10 inches high
We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as much detail ...
Category
Early 2000s French Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
French Modern Large Mosaic Vase
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful French modern large 32" colorful mosaic vase. The vase features different color tiling encircling its circumference giving it a distinctive charm.
Category
2010s French Modern Vases
Materials
Clay
Pair of Murano glass dishes as centrepieces, Italy Late 20th century
Located in New York, NY
Pair of shallow glass dishes made of tricoloured Murano glass in an oval shape with a slightly curled end. The center boasts an opaque white surface, encircled by clear glass and fra...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Steel Vase IV by Duzi Objects
Located in DARLINGTON, WA
Stunning Steel Vase IV by Duzi Objects
Perth-based steel sculpture artist Douglas Powell of Duzi Objects delves into the realms of fluidity, movement, and three-dimensional shapes ...
Category
2010s Australian Modern Vases
Materials
Steel
Aqua Murano “Rostrate” Vase
Located in Austin, TX
Italian Murano glass vase, in Aqua color, crafted in the “rostrate” technique, in the manner of iconic Murano glass powerhouse “ Barovier “, mimicking birds beaks. We love the striki...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
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
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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