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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Wonderful Pair Mid Century Modern Murano Art Glass Clear Black Italian Bud Vases
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Pair Of Mid Century Modern Murano Style Art Glass With Clear & Black Blown Italian Tall Bud Vases
Category

20th Century Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Danish Holmegaard Glass Vase by Michael Bang
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
A beautiful vase designed by Michael Bang for Holmegaard in Denmark. A timeless stylish piece. I have a similar bowl for sale
Category

1970s Danish Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Tsuri 2 Pack Raku Pottery Vase - Carbon Copper - Handmade Ceramic Home Decor
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
You get : 2 Units of Tsuri Vase in a finish of your choice. Our Tsuri vase is based on the classic bottle shape but with a wider mouth at the top. It would definitely look grea...
Category

2010s Malaysian Modern Vases

Materials

Copper

Hand-Blown Murano Modern Tall Textural Vase in Smoky Grey
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Ethereal and sculptural, this hand-blown Murano vase commands attention with its statuesque 21-inch height and alluring texture. Rendered in a sophisticated gradient of smoky grey, t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Ceramic Vase "THAI" White Glazed with Platinum Top by Gabriella B. Made in Italy
Located in Treviso, IT
THAI - Ceramic vase white glazed with handcrafted platinum top Code AS002 Measures: Height 145.0 cm., diameter 38.0 cm.
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Opalino Glass Vase in Acquamarine Milk White Inside by Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase with slim, oval shaped body and funnel shaped neck. Featured in aquamarine colored glass. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or strong statement piece for a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Hana W Mini Vase Raku Ceramic, Obvara, Handmade Home Decor Gift
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Hana W ~ 花 flower Our Hana W mini raku vase is an expression of a classical vase shape in a miniature form. This vase makes for an adorable gift or a tabletop decorative piece that...
Category

2010s Malaysian Modern Vases

Materials

Copper

1977 Crystal Vase Amber Large by Greg Natale
Located in Sydney,, NSW
With their clean, minimalist lines, faceted corner detail and sultry colours, Greg Natale’s new 1977 vases will make a sophisticated addition to any room. The vases are part of ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Vases

Materials

Crystal

Hikari 3 Pack Raku Pottery Vase - Carbon Copper - Handmade Ceramic Home Decor
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
You get : 3 Unit of Hikari Vase ( 3" x 3.5" x 3.5" ) Hikari ( 光 ) ~ (n) light This Hikari Vase is a circular thrown vase with a wide uneven mouth and small round base. Its miniat...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Vases

Materials

Copper

Pre-Order Raaquu Raku Pottery Large Globe XL 13" 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. This Globe XL Vase is a round, capacious piece produced using the Raku techniqu...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Vases

Materials

Copper

Venini Yemen Geometric Glass Vase in Multi-Color by Ettore Sottsass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase with geometric, circular shaped body and triangular neck and base. Designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1994. Featured in coral red, milk-white, black and light green col...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Ceramic Vase "SWAN" Handcrafted in Bronze by Gabriella B., Made in Italy
Located in Treviso, IT
Ceramic vase SWAN handcrafted in bronze cod. B002 LN measures: Height 90.0 cm. - Diameter 18.0 cm.  
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Hand-Blown Murano Modern Sculptural Vase Clear with 24-karat Gold Flecks Medium
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A striking tribute to elemental form, the Hand-Blown Murano Modern Sculptural Vase in Clear with 24-karat Gold Flecks is a masterwork of texture and luminosity. Its surface ripples a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

Contemporary Gaetano Pesce Pompitu II XLVase 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: XL ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Resin

Simon Moore English Hand Blown Blue Art Glass Vase Dated 1989
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish modern English hand blown art glass vase by renowned glass maker Simon Moore (b.1959) dated 1989. Simon Moore has a had highly successful career since graduation in 19...
Category

1980s English Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Modernist Bowl by Lorenzo Burchiellaro
Located in New York, NY
A modernist bowl by artist Lorenzo Burchiellaro. Textured cast aluminum colored in earth tones. Signed underneath Burchiellaro.
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Aluminum, Enamel

Hand Blown Murano Goccia Vase in Grey Small
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Murano vase exudes a contemporary allure, merging geometric precision with the organic inspiration of a raindrop. Crafted by master glassmakers, this piece showcases a striking ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Hand-Blown Murano Supreme Vase in Black Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Hand-Blown Murano Supreme Vase in black is a stunning embodiment of Italian artistry and sophistication, designed to elevate any interior with its timeless allure. This exquisite...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

New Modern Vase in marble, creator Matteo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
Vase in white Michelangelo, red Levanto and black Marquinia Marbles. Size: 27.3 x 38.4 x 7.3 cm, smooth finishing. Commercial name: Pietro, Homage Collection by the Italian designer...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Marble

R-Vase by Ettore Sottsass – Limited Edition Design, 1995
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
"R-Vase by Ettore Sottsass – Limited Edition Design, 1995" Presenting the R-Vase, designed by the visionary Italian architect and designer Ettore Sottsass for the Twenty-Seven Wood...
Category

1990s French Modern Vases

Materials

Brass

Large 21th century stoneware woodfiring floor vase by David Whitehead La Borne
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
David Whitehead - La Borne Large floor ceramic vase Unique woodfiring ceramic piece Realised circa 2020 Original perfect condition Signed under the base Height 55 cm Large 33 c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Koban 3 Pack Raku Pottery Vase with Water Tube - Carbon Copper - Handmade
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 You get : 3 units of Koba...
Category

2010s Malaysian Modern Vases

Materials

Copper

Contemporary Amber Blown Glass Bowl by Natalia Criado Circular Round Cone
Located in Milan, IT
The gelato cup, designed by Natalia Criado is part of the wonder crystal collection. Handcrafted with a nod to 19th-century glassblowing techniques, this delightful piece features an...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Relief Maple Vase 02 by Alice Lahana Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Relief Maple Vase 02 by Alice Lahana Studio Limited Edition of 8 Dimensions: D 11 x W 11 x H 80 cm Materials: Solid maple wood. Hand-sculpted, the Relief 02 vase is inspired by the ...
Category

2010s French Modern Vases

Materials

Ash

David Whitehead La Borne set of three colored ceramics vases contemporary art
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
David Whitehead Realised circa 2010 Set of three ceramic vases signed by David Whitehead Original perfect conditions Number one height 16 cm Number two height 16 cm Number 3 heig...
Category

2010s French Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Contemporary Repousse Fan Design Vase in Black Copper by Robert Kuo, Limited
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fan Design vase Black Copper Finish Hand Repoussé Contemporary Limited Edition Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hamm...
Category

2010s Modern Vases

Materials

Copper

Contemporary Gaetano Pesce Pompitu II L Vase Soft Resin Green Gold
Located in barasso, IT
Pompitu II vase, green and gold. 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

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

Hand Blown Murano Facet Vase in Amber
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Indulge in the mesmerizing allure of this beautiful amber vase, a statement piece that epitomizes elegance and sophistication. Handcrafted with meticulous precision, this vase boasts...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

2 MID-CENTURY-MODERN MODERNIST Glass VASES by ASTA STROMBERG Sweden 1970
Located in PARIS, FR
A very beautiful asymmetrical pair of vases, Modernist, Free-Form, Dansk, Scandinavian, in thick transparent glass, model numbers B896 and B894 and Stromberg signatures incised with ...
Category

1970s Swedish Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

New Modern Flower Vase in Blu Marble, Creator Karen Chekerdjian Stock
Located in Milan, IT
The value of change in a simple act. Karen Chekerdjian’s new creation puts design front and centre: from one foundation, multiple possibilities. Whether empty or filled with flowers,...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Marble

Quinta n.1_Dove Grey Painted Metal Succulent Plant Vase
Located in Bologna, Bologna
A collection of innovative miniature theatrical staging creates the backdrop against which the sculptural shape of succulent plants stands out. The vases of the 'Scenografie' series ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Metal

Gary Beecham Large Decorative Glass Plate 'Textile Vessel', 1982
By Gary Beecham
Located in Bochum, NRW
Gary Beecham Large Decorative Glass Plate 'Textile Vessel', 1982 Colorless cameo glass, with two-layer band pattern in center, like a yellow and brown checkered cloth. Brushed stainl...
Category

1980s European Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Hand-Blown Murano Modern Tall Faceted Vase in Amethyst Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Hand-Blown Murano Modern Tall Faceted Vase in Amethyst embodies a captivating fusion of artistry and precision. This one-of-a-kind masterpiece, crafted in Murano, Italy, showcase...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

ARCADIA - Terracotta- XXI Century - by Chiara Berta Artist
Located in Medesano, IT
The collection is called "Colors is Life." This project aims to see the realization of a two-dimensional vision of drawing taking shape in space. As usual, these are pieces made enti...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Terracotta

New Modern Vase in Various Marble, Creator Arthur Arbesser STOCK
Located in Milan, IT
Vase in black Marquinia, white Michelangelo, Arabescato Vagli Filo Rosso, green Guatemala and Blu Sodalite marbles. Size: 20 x 12 x 32 cm, 7.9 x 4.7 x 12.6 in, smooth finishing. Comm...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Marble

Blue, Green & White Murano Glass Vase by Carlo Moretti, Italy 1990s
Located in Bochum, NRW
Vintage Murano glass vase "Onde di mare", made in "Phoenicio" technique, after a design by Carlo Moretti, Italy circa 1990s. Waves of blue, green and white shades of white glass past...
Category

1990s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Pietra Vase Verde by Greg Natale
Located in Sydney,, NSW
Evoking the organic architecture of Australian coastlines, the Pietra Vase features extractions modelled from hand-cast forms. An innovative vessel that connects nature and craftsman...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Vases

Materials

Marble

Small Contemporary Posy Jar, English, Art Glass, Flower Vase, Tea Light Holder
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small contemporary posy jar. An English, art glass and straw silk vase or tea light holder by Margaret Johnson. Appealing colour and fish motif attracts the eye Displays ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Twisted Blue Art Glass Vase by Martin B. Møller for Glashytten
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A handblown long-neck art glass vase in cobalt blue and clear. It is called Solitaire (Da: Solitær) and was made by glass artist Martin Birk Møller in his wor...
Category

Early 2000s Danish Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Decorative Bowl Sculpture Solid Imperial Grey Marble Centerpiece Made in Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Gondola, big elegant bowl, hand-sculpted from a solid block of Imperial Grey marble. Bowl dimensions: Small L 55 x W 12 x H 9.5 cm. Also available: Large L 65 x W 13 x H 11 cm. Ava...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Stone, Marble

Ceramic Vase "NADIRA" White Glazed with Bronze Top by Gabriella B. Made in Italy
Located in Treviso, IT
NADIRA - Ceramic vase white glazed with handcrafted bronze top code VS012 measures: Height 110.0 cm. - diameter 60.0 cm.
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

James Guitet for Sèvres. Large porcelain vase with Sèvres blue glaze.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pre-owned goods are exempt from import duties for U.S. customers. Therefore, no import tariffs will be applicable to your purchase. James Guitet (1925–2010) for Sèvres. Large porce...
Category

1970s French Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Jjirasi Vase #06. From the series Jjirasi
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Jjirasi Vase #06, 2021 by Yongwon Noh From the series Jjirasi Ceramic, PVC Sticker and Resin Size: 6.6 in. H x 3.5 in. W x 3.5 in. D Weight: 3kg Unpacked Unique Piece Signature writ...
Category

2010s North Korean Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Resin, PVC

Berndt Friberg Gustavsberg Miniature Square Studio Pottery Vase
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Berndt Friberg (Swedish, 1899-1981) joined Gustavsberg in 1934 and his work is considered as some of the finest examples of wheel thrown pottery of the 20th Century. Inspired by the ...
Category

1970s Swedish Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Modernist Rectangular Translucent Glass Vase by Bertil Vallien for Kosta Boda
Located in New York, NY
This stunning modernist vase was realized by Bertil Vallien for Kosta Boda in Sweden during the latter half of the 20th century. It features a volumetric rectangular body in transluc...
Category

20th Century Swedish Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Contemporary Amber Flower Glass Blown Cylinder Vase Handcrafted, Natalia Criado
Located in Milan, IT
This charming vase handcrafted of fine glass is a showcase of pure volumes. Its elegant silhouette is composed of a spherical, green base sustaining the cylindrical, clear body. Craf...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Raaquu Koi Raku Pottery Vase - Carbon Copper - Handmade Ceramic Home Decor
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Koi (鯉 ) (n) carp Our Koi vase is bottle-shaped with a wavy arched mouth which slightly resembles the mouth of a fish. Its eclectic design would blend in well in any interior décor ...
Category

2010s Malaysian Modern Vases

Materials

Copper

Koi, Koban, Keihatsu Raku Pottery Vase - Carbon Copper - Handmade Ceramic Decor
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Make Her Smile With The Sweetest Surprise & Brighten Up Her Birthday with our ceramic décor set. *Does not come with dried flowers. You get : 1 Koban Vase (comes with Water Tube) 1 Koi Vase...
Category

2010s Malaysian Modern Vases

Materials

Copper

ClassiCon Bowl in Grey
Located in New York, NY
Hand blown glass bowl. available in: Quarzgrau quartz grey Amethystviolett amethyst violet Bernsteinorange amber orange Smaragdgrün emerald green Montanablau Montana blue Saphirbla...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Sonia Lewis Studio Ceramic Craquelure Glazed Miniature Vase
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stunning studio ceramic porcelain squat shaped miniature rounded vase decorated in a brown stained craquelure glazed finish on a white ground by renowned Cambridgeshire based potte...
Category

20th Century English Modern Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Couple of green Moor Heads, Vase Centerpiece, Handmade in Italy, 2023, Bespoke
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Handmade piece in Italy. No mold. 90 Colors available. Sicily is the land of clay and handcrafted pieces. Love and jealousy melt inside those wonderful creations.
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Clay, Terracotta

Hand Blown Murano Goccia Vase in Green Small
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This elegant glass is an exquisite piece of Murano glass artistry, characterized by its distinctive teardrop shape. Originating from the renowned glassmaking island of Murano, Italy,...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Jaru Vintage Large Berry Color Ceramic Vase
By Jaru
Located in Palm Springs, CA
This very rare, large, berry colored ceramic vase was made in the 1980s by Jaru. Another mix matched vase in mauve/pink color is available on separate li...
Category

1980s American Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

New Modern Vase in Travertine and Marble, Designer Ivan Colominas
Located in Milan, IT
Vase in Travertine Navona and Emperor dark marbles. Size: 15×31,7 cm., 5,9x12,4 in. smooth finishing. Commercial name: Tivoli Vase L, Tivoli Collect...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Marble, Travertine

1980s Modernist Hand-Painted Ceramic Jug Vase by M Carbone per Ceramica Castelli
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A rare polychrome jug vase hand-crafted and painted by M.Carbone for Ceramica Castelli, the name of decor is Dripping, it's signed on the bottom. This Jug by Maurizio Carbone it's a ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

New Modern Vase in Black Marquinia marble, Designed by Jacopo Simonetti
Located in Milan, IT
Vase S in Black Marquinia marble, designed by Jacopo Simonetti. Available also in Pink Egeo, white onyx, White Arabescato marble and in the L version. Armonia Collection: Inspired ...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Marble

"Strato" Vase Set in Tuscan Alabaster by Andrea Grecucci
Located in MILAN, IT
"Strato" vase set in Tuscan Alabaster by Andrea Grecucci Dimensions: "Strato uno" - 8.5 cm D x 9 cm H 3.35” W x 3.55” H "Strato due" - 8.5 cm D x 18 cm H 3.35” D x 7.09” H "...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Alabaster

Jack in the Pulpit Floral Style Iridescent Art Glass Vase
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Fine vintage Jack in the pulpit iridescent art glass vase, possibly by Heron Glass or Czech and dating from the 20th century. The vase has an amethyst tint and is hand blown with a t...
Category

20th Century British Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Katerina Evangelidou Greek Stoneware Hand Built Studio Pottery Vase
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A hand-built squat studio pottery vase of slight tapering rhombic form in matte pink glazes by Katerina Evangelidou (Greek, c.1960). The four sided vase has two erupting vertical sea...
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20th Century English Modern Vases

Materials

Pottery

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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