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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Collection of 4 Vases Moor Head, 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...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

Richard Uhlemeyer Vase and Jar Ceramic German Pottery Green and Terra Cotta Red
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vase and jar created by Richard Uhlemeyer, German ceramist, beautiful glaze in dark green and terra cotta red shades, Vase size 16cm diameter x 16 cm hight Jar size 16cm diameter ...
Category

1940s German Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Pottery, Ceramic

Opalino Sabbiato Glass Vase in Acquamarine by Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase with slim, oval shaped body and funnel shaped neck. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or strong statement piece for any room. It appears in refined color...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Ceramic Vase "CHANELLE" Handcrafted in 24kt Gold, by Gabriella B. Made in Italy
Located in Treviso, IT
Ceramic vase CHANELLE fully handcrafted in 24-karat gold cod. CH070 Measures: H. 165.0 cm. - Dm. 60.0 cm.
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Nana / Ecru Vase with Black Ball 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

Small Hasu Bowl by Elan Atelier in Stock
Located in New York, NY
Available now and ready to ship! Description/ Bronze bowl with gold leaf interior produced using the superior lost wax bronze casting process, hand-rubbed and finished in select...
Category

2010s European Modern Vases

Materials

Bronze

Moorish Head, Handmade Sicily Vase, Size M, Colorful, Choose Paint & Colors E19
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 co...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Enamel

Long Neck Ceramic Vase by Faina
Located in Geneve, CH
Long neck ceramic vase by Faina Design: Victoriya Yakusha Materials: ceramic. Dimensions: L 10 x W 5 x H 38 cm In search of new-old design messages, Vi...
Category

2010s Ukrainian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Vase "Asia" Handcrafted in White by Gabriella B. Made in Italy
Located in Treviso, IT
Ceramic vase Asia white glazed cod. ASIA001 Measures: Height 110.0 cm. - diameter 38.0 cm.
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Tondo Doni Boboda Passion Red Vase by Mario Cioni
Located in Milan, IT
Part of the Boboda collection, this red crystal vase embodies passion. Either alone or displayed alongside power and love, the other two pieces that c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Small Contemporary Candle Stand, English, Art Glass, Votive, Posy Vase, Holder
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small contemporary candle stand. An English, art glass and straw silk votive or posy vase by Margaret Johnson. Striking orange hues with charming appliqué detail Displayi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Late 90s Postmodern Vase Handcrafted in Ukraine
Located in Miami, FL
Handcrafted Ukrainian post modern vase with dark fuchsia color made circa late 1990s.
Category

Late 20th Century Ukrainian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 2 Coffee Wing Bowl Big by 101 Copenhagen
Located in Geneve, CH
A set of 2 coffee wing bowl big by 101 Copenhagen Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl Dimensions: L36 / W36 / H20 CM Materials: Ceramic It is all about gravity an...
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2010s Danish Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Nº 5 Contemporary Glazed Ceramic White Showtime Vase Collection by J. Hayon
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Nº 5 Contemporary Glazed Ceramic Napoleon Blue Showtime Vase by Jaime Hyon Materials: Ceramic Dimensions: Diam. 23 cm x H 59 cm The Showtime Vases are just as current as...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

2000s Astonishing Vase by Carlo Nason in Murano Glass. Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Astonishing Vase by Carlo Nason in Murano Glass. Made in Italy in 2005. The vase is signed at the bottom C. Nason and is in excellent condition. Dimension: diameter 7,08 x 11,02 H in...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Salviati Murano Italian Trailed Design Black & White Art Glass Vase, 1997
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish Italian art glass vase of tall oval cylindrical shape made by Salviati on the Island of Murano and dated 1997. Started in 1859 by Antonio Salviati the company is renow...
Category

1990s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Large blue stoneware ceramic vase sculpture by Dominique Garet La Borne
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Dominique Garet - La Borne Large sculptural stoneware ceramic vase Blue and brown stoneware ceramic glazes colors Original perfect condition signed Realised in pre-order in 202...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Contemporary Gaetano Pesce Pompitu II L 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: L ø 22cm x H 36cm Other sizes available Colo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Resin

Raaquu Raku Fired Large Oval Vase S/N0000374 Centerpiece Art Series, Malaysia
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
The Oval Vase is a tall, teardrop-shaped design best for adding a touch of elegance and intrigue to an interior space. Made using the Raku technique, it easily becomes a great conver...
Category

2010s Malaysian Modern Vases

Materials

Copper

Trio of Donghia Carved Murano Glass 'Bamboo' Vases
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Trio of Donghia Carved Murano Glass 'Bamboo' Vases Italy, circa 1990s  A trio of exquisite Donghia-carved Murano glass 'Bamboo' vases from Italy in the 1990s. This stunning ensemble...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Mid Century Murano Art Glass Curving Aqua and Golden Yellow Vetro Sommerso Vase
Located in Tustin, CA
Very striking, hand made and mouth blown in Italy, mid-century Murano art glass sommerso vetro curving vase in vibrant shades of aqua blue color with rich golden yellow center. The ...
Category

20th Century Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Redwood Svitok Vase in reclaimed wood
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Svitok vase in reclaimed redwood. Inspired by the knots and twists in trees with the likeness of a fabric knot. The irregular shapes and folds in the wood encourage curiosity, just a...
Category

2010s American Modern Vases

Materials

Reclaimed Wood

Vase ‘Skogsbruk, Gryning I’ Designed Sissi Westerberg for Reijmyre, Sweden, Blue
Located in Stockholm, SE
Vase ‘Skogsbruk, Gryning I’ designed Sissi Westerberg for Reijmyre, Sweden, 2016. Glass.
Category

2010s Swedish Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Hand-Blown Murano Modern Tall Faceted Vase in Emerald Green Medium
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hand-Blown Murano Modern Tall Faceted Vase in Emerald Green exudes a refined elegance through its masterfully sculpted silhouette, carefully hand-formed by skilled artisans in Murano...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Aylesford Pottery the Friars Red Glazed Studio Pottery Vase
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stylish The Friars Aylesford Pottery studio pottery vase decorated in red glazes dating from the 20th century. The Aylesford pottery was founded in 1954 by David Leach who taught...
Category

20th Century English Modern Vases

Materials

Pottery

Raaquu Raku Fired Large Globe Vase S/N0000627 Centerpiece Art Series
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. This Globe Vase is a round, capacious piece produced using the Raku technique, resulting in a beauti...
Category

2010s Malaysian Modern Vases

Materials

Copper

Small Hickory Vase by Elan Atelier in Stock
Located in New York, NY
Available now and ready to ship! Description/ Bronze vase produced using the superior lost wax bronze casting process, hand-rubbed and finished in selected patina.
Category

2010s European Modern Vases

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Modern Glass Vase Budveszel Gyula Hungary 1990s
Located in Debrecen, HU
This vintage glass vase is a unique piece that will add a touch of modern elegance to any space. Handmade in Hungary by Budveszel Gyula in the 1990s, this vase features a colourful d...
Category

1990s Hungarian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Small Contemporary Posy Jar, English, Art Glass, Baluster Urn, Flower Vase
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small contemporary posy jar. An English, art glass and straw silk baluster urn by Margaret Johnson. Eye-catching green hue with an unusual decorative finish Displays a de...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

John Bergen Studio Canada Hand painted Glazed Round Ceramic Vase Contemporary 80
Located in Miami, FL
Marked and Numbered John Bergen Studio Canada round Ceramic Vase, Vessel made in the 1980. Hand-painted and glazed in mellow pastel colors. The opening me...
Category

1980s Canadian Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Nozomu Raku Pottery Vase, Full Copper Matte, Handmade Ceramic Home Decor Gift
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Nozomu ( 望む ) ~ (n) hope Our Nozomu Vase has a flattened surface and a narrow mouth, heart-shaped with a smaller base. With its soft curves and a textured finish, it adds a soothing...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malaysian Modern Vases

Materials

Copper

Alfonso Vase, by Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
This vase draws inspiration from the Icelandic volcanic rock formations which can be found by Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach. It is sculpted by organically displacing seventeen individ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vases

Materials

Clay

Pepper Vase Large Size in Cast Bronze from Elan Atelier
Located in New York, NY
Pepper vase large size in cast bronze from Elan Atelier The Pepper vases are cast in solid bronze using the lost wax method. Available in several s...
Category

2010s European Modern Vases

Materials

Bronze

1970s Modernist Clear Plexiglass Rectangular Italian Vase
Located in Aci Castello, IT
The vase features a modernist design, emphasizing simplicity, functionality, and the beauty of unadorned materials. It aligns with the 1970s aesthetic of minimalism and geometric for...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Plexiglass

Pre-Order Grand Floor Vase, 37.5 inch Tall, Ceramic Raku Pottery
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Gentle Reminder for this Pre-order piece: Dear buyer, if you're planning on gifting a RAAQUU piece, do keep in mind to make your order at least 2 weeks before the intended date you'd...
Category

2010s Malaysian Modern Vases

Materials

Copper

Hand Blown Murano Indented Vase in Amber
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Introducing our indented vase in a deep, luxurious amber hue, an epitome of refined elegance and artisanal excellence. Crafted by skilled Murano glass artisans, this vase showcases a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Jjirasi Vase #07. From the series Jjirasi
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Jjirasi Vase #07, 2021 by Yongwon Noh From the series Jjirasi Ceramic, PVC Sticker and Resin Size: 9 in. H x 7.8 in. W x 7.8 in. D Weight: 5kg Unpacked Unique Piece Signature writte...
Category

2010s North Korean Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Resin, PVC

Dokutsu & Umi Raku Pottery Vase, Half Copper Matte, Handmade Ceramic Home Decor
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
You get : Measures: 2 Units of Dokutsu Vase ( 4.7" x 4.7" x 2.5" ) 1 Unit of Umi Vase ( 4.7" x 4.7" x 2.5" ) The Dokutsu Vase displays a modern style with its hollowed center....
Category

2010s Malaysian Modern Vases

Materials

Copper

Contemporary Gaetano Pesce Pompitu II L Vase Soft Resin Lilac Matt Pumpkin
Located in barasso, IT
Pompitu II vase, clear lilac, matt pumpkin. Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection. Measures: L ø...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Resin

Hand Blown Murano Battuto Vase in Black and Deep Green Medium
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This vase is an exquisite example of Murano glass artistry, merging both matte and glossy finishes to create a striking visual contrast. This vase features a dark, matte exterior tha...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Koban Raku Pottery Vase with Water Tube - Full Copper Matte - Handmade Ceramic
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Koban (小判) - (n) oval NEW AND IMPROVED : This vase comes with a waterproof tube insert for fresh flowers and cuttings. Insert width is 2cm/0.8 inches wide The Koban vase is a class...
Category

2010s Malaysian Modern Vases

Materials

Copper

Ceramic Vase "Twins" Handcrafted in Platinum by Gabriella B. Made in Italy
Located in Treviso, IT
Ceramic vase TWINS handcrafted in platinum cod. C005 Measures: H. 130.0 cm. - Dm. 16.0 cm.   
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Small Smokey Glass Contemporary Vase
Located in Geneve, CH
Small smokey glass contemporary vase Dimensions: D 16 x W 16 x H 30 cm Materials: Glass Also available in sizes medium and large. Who says all v...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Hana R Mini Vase Raku Ceramic, Obvara, Handmade Home Decor Gift
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Hana R ~ 花 Flower. Our Hana R mini raku vase is the most geometric and edgy designs in our series. Its needle like shape creates a slip and faceted surface that stands out. Each pi...
Category

2010s Malaysian Modern Vases

Materials

Copper

Ceramic Vase "CAMILLE" Handcrafted in Bronze by Gabriella B. Made in Italy
Located in Treviso, IT
CAMILLE - Ceramic vase handcrafted in bronze code VS006 measures: H. 120.0 cm., Dm. 45.0 cm.
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 3 Hand Blown Murano Voda Vases / Bottles in Frosted Silver
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Introducing the Voda Bottle collection, an extraordinary trio of artisanal masterpieces designed to elevate any space with their serene elegance and exquisite craftsmanship. These bo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Silver Leaf

Pre-Order Raaquu Raku Pottery Large Oval XL 14" Ceramic Vase - H.C Matte
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
THIS IS A PRE-ORDER A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. The Oval XL Vase is a tall, teardrop-shaped design best for adding a touch of e...
Category

2010s Malaysian Modern Vases

Materials

Copper

Deco Medium Vase in Apple Green by Napoleone Martinuzzi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Historic vase designed by Napoleone Martinuzzi in opalino glass characterized by round horizontal ribs. The model is proposed in three shades of colour and in three sizes. Rhythm"...
Category

20th Century Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Handmade White Ceramic Flower Vase, Kawa Vase #7, Organic Sculptural Porcelain
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Kawa Vase 07 Tall white ceramic vase with textured raw porcelain exterior surface and clear glazed interior. As a result of the production process each item is one-of-a-kind. Use i...
Category

2010s American Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain

1980s Modernist Red and White Tall Murano Glass Bottle Vase by Carlo Moretti
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A rare red and white murano glass bottle vase designed and manufactured in Italy in the Eighties, it's in perfect conditions. This Vase by C...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Sculpture Decorative Vase Vessel Abstract White Carrara Marble Hand-carved Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Important sculptural vase carved by hand from a solid block of white Carrara marble. Vase dimension: L 28, W 19, H 61 cm. Available in different marbles. Limited edition of 35. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Marble

Venini Fazzoletto Opalino Medium Vase in Horizon Murano Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fazzoletto Opalino medium vase in Horizon Murano glass by Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini. An exclusive new take on the Opalini technique from the 15th century makes its color uniqu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Set of 4 Yapacunchi Ceramica Black Striped with Gold Accent Ceramic Vessels
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A set of 4 Yapacunchi Ceramica ceramic vessels. This fun set of vessels feature a variety of shapes, sizes, and uses, but all beautiful and decorative. Each piece has a black base wi...
Category

20th Century Ecuadorean Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Anne-Marie Trolle Danish Royal Copenhagen Zenit Ceramic Vase
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish Danish Royal Copenhagen Zenit pattern ceramic art vase designed by Anne-Marie Trolle (b. 1944) and dating from around 1980. The vase is of tall oval shape standing on ...
Category

1980s Danish Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

David Leach Lowerdown Pottery Studio Pottery Waisted Patterned Vase
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish Lowerdown Pottery stoneware studio pottery vase decorated with stylized flower heads by renowned potter David Leach (British, 1911-2005) dating from around 1970. The h...
Category

1970s English Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

21st Century by Arch. E. Mari "PAROS B" Marble Sculpture Vase Centerpiece
Located in massa, IT
Marble vase "PAROS B" designed by E.Mari Size: Diameter cm. 29 x 20 Height. Materials: White Carrara / National Travertine Designed by: Enzo Mari.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Marble

21st Century by Arch. E.Mari "PAROS M" Design Marble Sculpture Vase Centerpiece
Located in massa, IT
Marble sculpture vase "PAROS M" designed by E.Mari Size: Diameter Cm. 19 x 30 height. Materials: White Carrara Designed by: Enzo Mari.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Marble

Ceramic Vase "OPHELIA" Black Glazed by Gabriella B., Made in Italy
Located in Treviso, IT
Ceramic vase OPHELIA black glazed cod. C003 measures: Height 120.0 - Diameter 25.0 cm.  
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Hand-Blown Modern Tall Murano Vase in Olive Green Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hand-Blown Modern Tall Murano Vase in Olive Green exudes refined sophistication with its masterfully sculpted form and rich, organic hue. Handcrafte...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Jaime Hayon Gardenias Contemporary Terracotta Vase Nº 4
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Gardenias vase nº 4 by Jaime Hayon. Hand-turned terracota withan impermeable treatment.
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Vases

Materials

Terracotta

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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