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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Protopunk Vase
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Protopunk is a collection of furniture and objects designed by Joost Van Bleiswijk. Each piece is handmade with thick cuts of steel roughly cut with a torch, welded together and then...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Vases

Materials

Cut Steel

Protopunk Vase
Protopunk Vase
$8,691 / item
Richard Uhlemeyer (1900-1954), German studio ceramist. Large ceramic floor vase.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Richard Uhlemeyer (1900-1954), German studio ceramist. Large ceramic floor vase. Lava glaze. 1940s. In perfect condition. Marked. Dimensions: H 40.5 cm x D 26.0 cm.
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1940s German Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Travertine Vase by Fratelli Mannelli Italy 1970's
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
1970's Italian modern round decorative tube vase in travertine by Fratelli Mannelli, Italy. Perfect as a decorative object holding up single flowers. No need for a bouqet! Comes with...
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20th Century Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Travertine

32 Ananke Glass Vase, by Ettore Sottsass from Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Ananke Glass Vase was originally designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1986. The vase is glass blown, and signed on the base, for further information please see authenticity info below....
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

small Italian dark blue rounded Vase with wraparound colorfull millefiori design
Located in Rümmingen, BW
This Murano glass vase, approximately 10 by 10 cm with a rounded full-body form, was handcrafted in Italy, likely between the 1960s and 1980s. Made using traditional Venetian glassma...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vases

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Art Glass

Hand Blown Murano Beveled Vase in Grey Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This fine Murano is a stunning example of contemporary glass artistry. Its faceted design, meticulously crafted by skilled artisans, captures light in a way that creates a mesmerizin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Hand Blown Murano Supreme Vase in Black
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Introducing the Supreme Black Vase, a masterful blend of matte elegance and glossy sophistication. Handcrafted in Murano, Italy, this vase stands as a testament to centuries of exqui...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Modern Polished Horn & Patinated Bronze Vase by Maitland Smith
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Modern Polished Horn & Patinated Bronze Vase by Maitland Smith Elevate your interior with this Modern Polished Horn & Patinated Bronze Vase, a striking vase crafted by Maitland Smi...
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20th Century 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...
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1990s Hungarian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

"Love Stings" Hearts Design Vases Set of 3 Pieces Made in Italy 2019, Wall Decor
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The heart collection is the result of the extravagant creativity of two innovative designers, who are inspired especially by the human body. This collection is made by 4 beautiful...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

Hand Blown Murano Spiral Vase Frosted Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite vase is a masterpiece of contemporary design, embodying the timeless elegance of Murano glass craftsmanship. Each vase is meticulously hand-blown by skilled artisans, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Venini Deco Glass Vase in Red by Napoleone Martinuzzi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase in red designed by Napoleone Martinuzzi in 1930. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or statement piece for any room. Also available in other colors on 1stdi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Hand Blown Murano Wide Taper Vase in Olive
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Introducing a true masterpiece that seamlessly marries contemporary elegance with time-honored craftsmanship. Its exquisite form, inspired by the delicate facets of cut gemstone, cap...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Hand Blown Murano Olivia Vase in Crystal with 24 Karat Gold Flecks
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This excellent Murano is a testament to the timeless elegance and superior craftsmanship synonymous with Murano glass artistry. Handcrafted in Murano, Italy by a renowned glass blowe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

Large Red Orange Vase by Doa Ceramics
Located in Geneve, CH
Large red orange vase by Doa Ceramics. Dimensions: 12" (in). Materials: ceramic. Technique: hand-crafted. Freeform. Glazed. Also available in siz...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Labuan Vase in Black with Blown Opal Glass by Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A classical form inspired by faraway places, magically projected in the contemporary world by the new colours. Drawing inspiration from exotic destinations in the Far East, Paolo ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Venini Re Vase in Milk-White Glass by Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini Re glass vase in milk-white by Rodolfo Dordoni. Blown handmade glass vases. Upper part, the crown, is covered by metal leaves. The lower part is ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

21st Century Federico Peri Cilindro Small Glossy Vase Murano Glass Deep Blue
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
Cilindro Small Glossy-Transparent vase, Murano glass, by Federico Peri, 21st century. Cilindro is a vase from the Essentials collection designed by Federico Peri for Purho in spring 2021. Created from the starting-point of an oval and conical hollow glass cylinder, Cilindro is distinguished by its mouth marked by a pronounced round shaping created during the raw processing when the glass is still white-hot. An apparent irregularity which dignifies the lines and gives character to the final product. Cilindro is available in two sizes, Large and Small, in both glossytransparent and satin-shaded...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Pims Mouth Blown Glass Bottle / Vase Designed by Aldo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
Pims is a mouth blown borosilicate glass bottle with a slim shape, a little masterpiece where the Paola C.’s craftsmen ability meets the design by Aldo Cibic...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Hand Blown Murano Poker Vase in Onyx Black
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Transform your living space into a realm of sophistication with this outstanding Murano, a testament to luxury and high-end craftsmanship. Its pitch-black surface emanates an aura of...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Hand Blown Murano Poker Vase in Onyx Black
Hand Blown Murano Poker Vase in Onyx Black
$2,550 Sale Price / item
25% Off
Large Eclissi Vase in Red, Ivory, and Grey 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 ivory streaks bound together...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Iside I19, Woman's Moorish Head, Handmade in Sicily, 2021, Golden, Size S
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The Collection This collection offers ideas for contemporary décor through sophisticated revelations of art bound to the tradition of ceramics of Caltagirone, objets d’art that comb...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Enamel

Hand Blown Murano Taper Wide Vase in Rust
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite vase, with its deeply rich amber hue, is a true marvel of craftsmanship. The multifaceted surface creates a mesmerizing dance, reflecting a warm, inviting glow that en...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Deco Medium Vase in Grey 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

Rob Sieminski Ceramic Vase, Hand Built, Sculpted, Brown, Signed
Located in New York, NY
Rob Sieminski vase, ceramic. Large chunky hand built, smoke fired, double walled vessel with incised carved decoration on the outer shell and a heart shaped double opening on the top. Signed with the artist's cipher on the underside: 3 rectangular impressions. Rob Sieminski is a full-time potter living in the western mountains of Maine. He has taught ceramics at the Whitemarsh Art Center (PA), the University of Delaware, the Maryland Institute of Art, and West Chester...
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1990s American Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Debbie Low Vase White & Silver by Greg Natale
Located in Sydney,, NSW
Channelling the raw and rebellious energy of New York’s post-punk scene, the Debbie collection pays tribute to the legendary Blondie frontwoman with a mix of rock-and-roll audacity a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Vases

Materials

Silver

Opalino Glass Vase in Red 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...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Post-War West Germany Green and Orange Ceramic Vase
Located in Queens, NY
Post-War West Germany olive green ceramic vase with an orange incised centered multiple shell form pattern (JASBA).       
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20th Century German Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Incisi Glass Vase in Brass by Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A multitude of shapes and colours. Apparently, Paolo Venini had a knack for experimenting with Incisi. They are countless. The vase owes its name to the "Incisione a Freddo" glassmak...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Hand Blown Murano Penta Vase in Onyx Black
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Introducing an exquisite piece of Murano glass artistry, this onyx black vase is a stunning example of contemporary elegance and timeless craftsmanship. Han...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

BREAK THE RIGS - Terracotta Vase - 21st 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

Echo Hand Built Sculptural Multi-ring Ceramic Vase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
One of a kind, these statement pieces are unique in design and execution. Meticulously hand built in Brooklyn, each slab of clay is cut with precision dried over time to maintain...
Category

2010s American Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Stoneware

Alpha Centaury Glass Flower Vase, by Marco Zanini for Memphis Milano Collection
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Alpha Centaury Glass Flower Vase was designed by Marco Zanini in 1982. Signed on the base, please see below for further information. Marco Zanini was born in Trento in 1954. He ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

21st Century Chamelea I White Ceramic Vase Vessel Designed Chiara Andreatti
Located in Milan, IT
Chamalea is a vase in ceramic with a mat finishing outside and enameled inside designed by Chiara Andreatti for Paola C., and it is part of the collection Coquille, a family composed...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Tall Abstract Murano Sommerso "Burri" Vase
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite, hand-crafted Murano glass vase showcases the unique Sommerso technique with the addition of aventurina. The shimmering gold hue created is mesmerizing as it captures ...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Hand Blown Murano Facet Thick Vase in Clear
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Introducing one of the crowned jewels of our showroom, a marvel of craftsmanship and a beacon of pure refinement; this extraordinary piece, with its intricate facets and crystalline ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Contemporary Marble and Wood Sculpture, Candleholders, Flower Vase iTotem
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Contemporary handmade sculpture, candleholder, flower vase modular as you like made up of two marbles: Carrara white, Grey Bardiglio, solid wood and glass ampoule for fresh flowers....
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Marble

Labuan Small Glass Vase in Indigo by Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A classical form inspired by faraway places, magically projected in the contemporary world by the new colours. It draws inspiration from faraway places, halfway between fantasy an...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Luxury Vase #51 "Fragile". Porcelain. Handmade design and crafted in Italy. 2020
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The heart collection is the result of the extravagant creativity of two innovative designers, who are inspired especially by the human body. The heart collection is inspired by the ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Moor Heads Vases "Galaxy Electric Blue", Handmade in Italy, 2019, Home Decor
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,...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

WE - Terracotta Vase - 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...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Terracotta

Matt Moor Head Men Vase, Handmade in Sicily, Gold Leaf, Colors Customizable
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...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

Murano Glass Vase Lino Tagliapietra & Angelin Effetre International, Italy, 1986
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two beautiful and rare Italian glass vases from the 'Istria series' by Lino Tagliapietra and Marina Angelin for Effetre International, Murano...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

fferrone Contemporary Handcrafted Czech Fluted Glass Albany Medium Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
ALBANY MEDIUM VASE The Albany Vase inverts tradition with intricate fluting detail on the interior. The strong architectural lines are an exercise in material studies and production...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

fferrone Contemporary Handcrafted Clear Czech Glass Modern Large Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
ROSSI VASE LARGE From a single stem to a bouquet, the clear glass highlights the flower stem, celebrating it as an integral part of the arrangement. The lenticular effect of the fl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Contemporary Handmade Ceramic Noble Vase Red and White
Located in Brooklyn, NY
One of a kind ceramic Noble vase in red clay with white speckled base, copper green glaze interior. The vase is comprised of two different clay bodies and features a raw, unglazed ce...
Category

2010s American Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Fazzoletto Opalino Large Glass Vase in Black by Fulvio Bianconi and Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Created from the collaboration between Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini, characterized by a soft shape with a graceful wavy lip, always unique, obtained using the free-hand technique...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

21st Century Ludovica+Roberto Palomba Laguna Caigo Small Vase Murano Steel Grey
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
Caigo Small is a vase from the Laguna Collection designed by Ludovica+Roberto Palomba for Purho in spring 2022. Mignon version of the larger Caigo — which name refers to the thick fo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Vaso in ceramica Liverani Faenza
Located in Lugo, IT
Vaso in ceramica, produzione Liverani Faenza. Buone condizioni. Grazie
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vaso in ceramica Liverani Faenza
Vaso in ceramica Liverani Faenza
$420 Sale Price
20% Off
Hand Blown Murano Barrel Vase in Grey Smoke XXL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Murano vase is an exemplary piece of modern glass artistry, combining traditional craftsmanship with a sleek, contemporary design. This vase features a robust, geometric silhoue...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Venini Fazzoletto Opaline Large Vase in Amber/ Milk white Murano Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fazzoletto Opaline large vase in amber Murano glass by Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini. An exclusive new take on the Opalini technique from the 15th century makes its color unique. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Ghidini 1961 Tornado Sculptural Vase in Bronze by Campana Brothers
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Spiral of brass, a dizzying vortex of reflected light. A thousand liquid rings rise from a hypothetical sea, expand and crown themselves with fragrant flowers. It’s a highly evocativ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Bronze

Fazzoletto Opalino Large Glass Vase in Indigo/Orange by Fulvio Bianconi & Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Created from the collaboration between Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini, characterized by a soft shape with a graceful wavy lip, always unique, obtained using the free-hand technique...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Studio Pottery Brown Ceramic Vase – Textured Glaze, Wabi-Sabi Aesthetic
Located in Pasadena, CA
This handcrafted ceramic vase has a round shape and a dark-brown surface characterized by an irregular, rough texture. The exterior features pits, crevices, and small holes that crea...
Category

2010s American Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

ISIDE I15, Woman's Moorish Head, Handmade in Sicily, 2021, Colorful, Size L
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
THE COLLECTION This collection offers ideas for contemporary décor through sophisticated revelations of art bound to the tradition of ceramics of Caltagirone, objets d’art that comb...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Enamel

fferrone Set of 2 Contemporary Czech Clear Glass Trio Candelabras/Bud Vases
Located in Chicago, IL
The contemporary handcrafted set of two clear glass Trios Candelabras can serve as either a candelabra or bud vase. When used in multiples, endless playful arrangements can be create...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

"Nail" Luxury Vases Set of 5 Pieces, Handmade in Italy, 2021, Hand Painted
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The heart collection is the result of the extravagant creativity of two innovative designers, who are inspired especially by the human body. This collection is made by 4 beautiful...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

Beautiful Original Art Glass Vase by Renato Forti
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Renato Forti original signed contemporary art glass vase in lovely earth colors.
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Seguso Designed Art Glass Vase
Located in New York, NY
A Seguso designed Italian art glass vase. Cobalt blue with red and white pattern details. Signed: Archimede Seguso Murano.
Category

1950s Italian Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Barovier Toso, Monumental "Bolloni" Murano Glass Vase, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great Barovier Toso " Bolloni" murano Vase. Signed in bottom. Large clear vase with large lens.
Category

1960s Italian Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass, 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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