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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Nok 2 Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Nok 2 Vase by Imperfettolab
Dimensions: D47 x W47 x H230 cm
Materials: Fiberglass.
Also available in different models. Please contact us.
A collection of ornamental vases of enigmat...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Fiberglass
Contemporary Handmade Ceramic Ash Vase XL, Red and White
Located in Brooklyn, NY
One of a kind ceramic ash 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 cera...
Category
2010s American Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Clay
Nº 5 Contemporary Glazed Ceramic Napoleon Blue Showtime Vase by Jaime Hyon
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
Konart Turkish Modern Abstract Twisted Glass Crystal Vase Centerpiece (A)
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Modern Abstract Turkish Konart Twisted Glass Crystal Vase Centerpiece (A). Approx 10 lbs. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 9" H x 7" W x 7" D.
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Hand-Blown Murano Cactus Vase in Amethyst Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Evoking the soft mystery of twilight and the tactile charm of sculptural form, the Hand-Blown Murano Cactus Vase in Amethyst is a poetic expression of co...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Hand-Blown Murano Cactus Vase in Amethyst Medium
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Inspired by the sculptural elegance of desert flora, this hand-blown Murano Cactus Vase in grey is a refined expression of organic form and contemporary ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Hand-Blown Murano Modern Fluid Vase Clear with 24-karat Gold Flecks and Bubbles
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A luminous embodiment of Murano glass artistry, this Hand-Blown Murano Modern Fluid Vase in Clear with 24-karat Gold Flecks and Bubbles evokes timeless elegance in its most refined f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Gold Leaf
Hand-Blown Murano Cactus Vase in Grey Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Inspired by the sculptural elegance of desert flora, this hand-blown Murano Cactus Vase in grey is a refined expression of organic form and contemporary ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Hand-Blown Murano Cactus Vase in Grey Medium
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Inspired by the sculptural elegance of desert flora, this hand-blown Murano Cactus Vase in grey is a refined expression of organic form and contemporary ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Hand-Blown Murano Modern Fluid Vase Clear with 24-karat Gold Flecks and Bubbles
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A luminous embodiment of Murano glass artistry, this Hand-Blown Murano Modern Fluid Vase in Clear with 24-karat Gold Flecks and Bubbles evokes timeless elegance in its most refined f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Gold Leaf
Hand-Blown Murano Cactus Vase in Fern Green with Bubbles Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A striking fusion of organic form and Venetian mastery, this Hand-Blown Murano Cactus Vase in Fern Green with Bubbles radiates tactile poetry and sculptural grace. Its gently ribbed ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Ceramic and enamel vase possible Fiamma Roma Ferruccio Palazi
Located in Lugo, IT
Ceramic vase and enamels possible Fiamma Roma Ferruccio Palazi.
Defects as per photo
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Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Hand-Blown Murano Cactus Vase in Fern Green with Bubbles Medium
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A striking fusion of organic form and Venetian mastery, this Hand-Blown Murano Cactus Vase in Fern Green with Bubbles radiates tactile poetry and sculptural grace. Its gently ribbed ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Hand-Blown Murano Cactus Vase in Fern Green with Bubbles Small
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A striking fusion of organic form and Venetian mastery, this Hand-Blown Murano Cactus Vase in Fern Green with Bubbles radiates tactile poetry and sculptural grace. Its gently ribbed ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Hand-Blown Murano Cactus Vase in Amber Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Playful in form yet refined in execution, the Hand-Blown Murano Cactus Vase in Amber is a sculptural statement of modern glass artistry. Inspired by the ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Hand-Blown Murano Cactus Vase in Amber Medium
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Playful in form yet refined in execution, the Hand-Blown Murano Cactus Vase in Amber is a sculptural statement of modern glass artistry. Inspired by the ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Hand-Blown Murano Modern Fluid Vase Clear with 24-karat Gold Flecks and Bubbles
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A luminous embodiment of Murano glass artistry, this Hand-Blown Murano Modern Fluid Vase in Clear with 24-karat Gold Flecks and Bubbles evokes timeless elegance in its most refined f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Hand-Blown Murano Modern Fluid Vase in Aquamarine Blue with Bubbles
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A captivating expression of contemporary Murano artistry, this Hand-Blown Murano Modern Fluid Vase in Aquamarine Blue with Bubbles emerges in a sculptural form that captures the esse...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
New Modern Vase in red and white Marble, creator Cibic
By Matteo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
small vase in red Levanto and white Michelangelo Marble.
Size: 16.3 x 4 x 10.6 cm, smooth finishing. Commercial name: Arturo, Homage collection by the Italian Designer Matteo Cibic.
Made in Italy, hand finished.
This is not a vase but a card holder. Or perhaps a pen holder. Or maybe it is a vase, but with a mouth and ears. The important thing is understanding that one can be mistaken but still smile; like Cibic’s creations, which never renounce anthropomorphism and good cheer...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Marble
Nadine Saylor's Hand Blown Glass Vase, Dash & Three Dots
Located in Soquel, CA
Wonderfully modern clear blown glass vase with boxed dash and three dots by Nadine Saylor (American, 20th Century), 2004. Signed and dated on bottom. Con...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Contemporary Multicolor Murano Glass Vase Signed by Cenedese, 1990s, Italy
By Cenedese
Located in Villaverla, IT
Contemporary Multicolor Murano Glass Vase Signed by Cenedese 1990s Italy.
This amazing vase will steal the scene in your house thanks to its artistic design. The irregular patterns ...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass
Hand Blown Murano Vase in Emerald Green
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This striking Murano vase is a masterpiece of exquisite glass craftsmanship, capturing the essence of sophisticated elegance with its unique pentagonal shape. The vase's striking eme...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Salta Rectangular Medium Flower Vase, Alpaca Silver & Blue Onyx
By AIREDELSUR
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
Salta province is called the beautiful, and this adjective introduces us to its profound beauty. Its fertile valleys, windy desert, colorful mountains and blue sky are the images tha...
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Vases
Materials
Stone, Onyx, Metal
Extra Large Tessellated Stone Floor Vase
Located in Denton, TX
Extra Large Tessellated Stone Floor Vase. Swirls of tan and white coloring. Can be used for indoor or outdoor decor.
Category
1980s Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Stone
1980s Modernist Mel Pottery Vase Textured Abstract Design
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1980s Modernist Mel Pottery Vase Textured Abstract Design
Signed Mel
7 h x 5 diameter
Preowned original vintage condition.
Refer to images.
Category
1980s Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Pottery
Tondo Doni Metropolis Black Vase by Mario Cioni
By Mario Cioni
Located in Milan, IT
This stunning vase was crafted entirely of black crystal and its unique volumes are a celebration of Expressionist art. Dynamic and intriguing, the asymmetrical lines of this silhoue...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Lotty Mouth Blown Glass Decanter/Vase Designed by Aldo Cibic
By Aldo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
Lotty is a mouth blown borosilicate glass decanter characterized by sinuous and soft 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 Penta Vase in Green Medium
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite pentagonal Murano vase, a true masterpiece of Italian luxury and craftsmanship, meticulously crafted by the finest glassblowers in Murano, Italy. This vase, in a stunn...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Riflessi Small Vase in Multicolor Glass by Michela Catta
By Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
“Endless shades of lagoon water enliven, like strokes of paint, the glass surface in all its forms. These unique creations, blown and crafted free-hand with the skilful Canne techniq...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Fazzoletto Opalino Large Glass Vase in Grey/Indigo 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
Tom Philabaum Art Glass Vase from "Handbuilt" Series, 1987
By Tom Philabaum
Located in Hanover, MA
Art glass vase by Tom Philabaum from his "Handbuilt" series, circa 1987.
Tom Philabaum received a B.A. in Art and Education from Southern Illinois University in 1969, and then joined the innovative Glass Program at the University of Wisconsin studying under Harvey Littleton. He completed a Master’s degree in 1973 before moving to Tucson, where he built his own glass-blowing studio, and earned an M.F.A. in ceramics from the University of Arizona. He has been a working artist since that time, as well as starting Philabaum Glass Gallery in 1982, where he has curated exhibitions ever since.
Handbuilt Series 1987 – 2007
This series was born out of Tom’s long...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Jean Hastings Earthen Textured Bottle Form Art Studio Pottery 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
Set of 3 Hand Blown Murano Voda Vases / Bottles in Frosted Brass
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
Murano Glass
Goddess E15, Woman's Moorish Head, Handmade in Sicily Vase, Size M, Bichrome
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
Hand-Blown Murano Modern Tall Faceted Vase in Eucalyptus Green Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Hand-Blown Murano Modern Tall Faceted Vase, known as the Luna Vase, an exquisite hand-blown Murano masterpiece, captivates with its faceted silhouette and deep eucalyptus green h...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Convertendo Vase by Enrico Z
By Zanetto
Located in Milan, IT
An exquisite example of refined craftsmanship, this vase is made of titanium and copper with a polished finish that adds a luminous and elegant allure to this unique piece of decor. ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Metal
Hand-Blown Modern Tall Murano Vase in Rose Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hand-Blown Modern Tall Murano Vase in Rose is a masterpiece of Venetian craftsmanship, embodying elegance and exclusivity. Crafted by the finest Mur...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Contemporary Art Glass Vase / Sculpture by Kit Karbler & Michael David
Located in San Diego, CA
Contemporary art glass vase / sculpture by Kit Karbler & Michael David of Blake Street Glass Studio, circa 1990s. This original design is achieved by their technique of layering, thr...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
European glass artist. Large art glass vase. Amber-colored. 1960s/70s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
European glass artist. Large art glass vase. Amber-coloured.
1960s/70s.
In excellent condition.
Dimensions: H 30.0 cm x W 19.0 cm.
In excellent condition with a small production flaw...
Category
1960s Unknown Vintage Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Venini Opalino Small Vase in Horizon Milk White Inside Murano Glass
By Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opalino small vase in Amber Murano glass by Venini. The Opalino vase is all about sophisticated and unique colors, thanks to the use of the traditional Opalino technique. This method...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Contemporary White and Red Candy Cane Design Curved Art Glass Vase
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary "candy cane"" design art glass vase with a tapered white glass body with a gently curving neck and a raised red spiral design."
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Tondo Doni Rhapsody Black Vase by Mario Cioni
By Mario Cioni
Located in Milan, IT
In music, Rhapsody is a free and varied composition. It is presented as a set of melodies, different among them for rhythm and harmony that it gives to the composition extemporized tones where its coherence it is expressed only in the general context. Tondo Doni...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Small Vallauris Stoneware Vase with Metallic-Crystal Glaze by Serafino Ferraro
By Serafino Ferraro
Located in Kastrup, DK
Serafino Ferraro (French, 1939-2017).
Small ceramic vase decorated with a striking metallic crystallizations hades of blue and yellow by the artist Serafino Ferraro. H: 13 cm.
Signe...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Limited Edition Modern Vase Yermilov CSL6 by NOOM in Hammered Copper and Steel
Located in Paris, FR
Yermilov vase, one of the vases from the "Suprematic" collection.
The collection inspired by the geometric works of the great Suprematist Kazimir Malevich. Suprematism is a modernis...
Category
2010s Ukrainian Modern Vases
Materials
Steel, Copper
Glaciar Short Silver Alpaca & White Onyx Stone Flowervase
By AIREDELSUR
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
Glaciar collection is meticulously handcrafted by our local artisans with these rectangular onyx pieces set around alpaca silver flower vases, boxes and trays.
Our pieces are made...
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Vases
Materials
Stone, Onyx, Metal
Supernova Vase, Hand-Blown Murano Glass, Available in Different Colors, Size S
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The organically shaped bowls of different sizes and forms offer multiple opportunities of poetic harmony. The iridescent amber contains all the colors of the spectrum and fascinates ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Tondo Doni Skyline Black Vase by Mario Cioni
By Mario Cioni
Located in Milan, IT
Part of the Skyline collection, this vase is a superb addition to a modern home. It can be displayed with a floral composition or as is, showcasing its elegant cylindrical shape with...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Vertigo Vase by Mario Cioni
By Mario Cioni
Located in Milan, IT
Part of the Vertigo collection, this vase with lid was crafted of transparent glass and features a footed shape and a conical bowl. The smooth surface of the piece is adorned with an...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Luxe' Vase by Mario Cioni
By Mario Cioni
Located in Milan, IT
A stunning work of art, this crystal vase is a magnificent sculptural object that can be displayed anywhere in the house to imbue it with bold sophistication. The semi-arched black...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Venini Fazzoletto Opalino Small Vase in Indigo Murano Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fazzoletto Opalino Small 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. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Rene Lalique Languedoc Vase
By René Lalique
Located in Countryside, IL
Rene Lalique Languedoc Vase
This vase measures: 12 wide x 12 deep x 8.5 inches high
This vase is in Excellent Vintage Condition with some general ...
Category
2010s French Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Moorish Head, Handmade Sicily, Vase, Size M, Colorful, Metallized Finishing E23
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
Drop Design Vase, Hand-Blown Murano Glass, Available in Different Colors, Size L
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Drop is reminiscent of Jupiter‘s ring. It was designed with the double functionality of being a vase and a fruit bowl. In use, the majestic and artistic f...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Marc Fish, Contemporary, Ash, Rose Gold Leaf, Three Triptych Vessels, UK, 21st c
By Marc Fish
Located in Manhasset, NY
Marc Fish, Contemporary, Ash, Gold Leaf, Set of Three 'Triptych' Vessels, UK, 21st C.
Marc Fish's relics series is a remarkable exploration of craftsmanship and modern technology. T...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Vases
Materials
Gold Leaf
Hand-Blown Modern Tall Murano Vase in Aquamarine Medium
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Hand-Blown Modern Tall Murano Vase in Aquamarine Medium is a striking example of Venetian glass artistry, masterfully crafted using the Battuto ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Hand-Blown Modern Tall Murano Vase in Onyx Black Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Hand-Blown Modern Tall Murano Vase in Black Large is a masterpiece of Italian glass artistry, crafted using the intricate Battuto technique. Thi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Hand-Blown Modern Tall Murano Vase in Onyx Black Medium
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Hand-Blown Modern Tall Murano Vase in Black Medium is a masterpiece of Italian glass artistry, crafted using the intricate Battuto technique. Th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Artistic Milk-White Murano Glass Vase, by Romano Donà, Italy, 1990s
By Romano Donà
Located in Villaverla, IT
Artistic milk-white and iridescent vase with Murano glass and paste, by Romano Donà, Italy, 1990s.
This artistic vase, entirely made with blown Murano glass in the 1990s, has a uniq...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Cut Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass, Glass
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