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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
No.90 Stoneware Sculpture, Tonfisk by Ciona Lee
Located in Geneve, CH
No.90 stoneware sculpture, Tonfisk by Ciona Lee One of a Kind Dimensions: Ø 11 x H 15 cm Materials: White stoneware, satin cream glaze Variations of size and colour available ...
Category

2010s British Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

White Asase Ya' Vase by Lea Ginac
Located in Geneve, CH
White Asase Ya' Vase by Lea Ginac Unique Piece. Dimensions: Diameter 33.5 x height 33.5 cm Materials: Handmade glazed ceramic. Technique: Hand-modeling. Available in two othe...
Category

2010s French Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Set of 2 Big Sphere Vases Square by 101 Copenhagen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Big Sphere Vases Square by 101 Copenhagen. Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl. Dimensions: L33 / W16 / H43 cm. Materials: Ceramic The Sphere collection ...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 3 Acrylic Vessel by Lenny Stöpp
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3 acrylic vessel by Lenny Stöpp Materials: Acrylic composite Finish: A1 sealer plus matt Dimensions: Blue 8 x 12 x 20cm Green 12 x 40cm Orange 16 x 30cm All pieces are...
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Vases

Materials

Acrylic

Red Mini Pot 2 by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Red Mini Pot 2 by Sebastian Herkner Materials: Heat-resistant red ceramic. Technique: Glazed. Oven cooked and polished with semi-precious stones. Dimens...
Category

2010s German Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

White Les Inseparables Vase by Lea Ginac
Located in Geneve, CH
White Les Inseparables vase by Lea Ginac Limited Edition of 2. Dimensions: D 18 x W 20 x H 34 cm Materials: Chamotte earth in white or terracotta Technique: Hand-modeling. Avai...
Category

2010s French Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Set of 5 Showtime Vases by Jaime Hayon
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of showtime vases by Jaime Hayon Dimensions: D 19 x H 33, D 31 x H 34, D 27 x H 47, D 21 x H 48, D 23 x 59 cm Materials: Made in two pieces in enameled stoneware porcelain; mo...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Large Whole Terracotta Les Inseparables Vase by Lea Ginac
Located in Geneve, CH
Large Whole Terracotta Les Inseparables vase by Lea Ginac Limited Edition of 3 Dimensions: Diameter 64 x H 66 cm Materials: Chamotte earth in white or terracotta Technique: Hand-mo...
Category

2010s French Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Silver Bronze Bowl by Daniele Giannetti
Located in Geneve, CH
Silver bronze bowl by Daniele Giannetti Dimensions: Ø 30 x H 12 cm. Materials: Glazed terracotta. All pieces are made in terracotta from Montelupo, only fired once, then colored...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Terracotta

Large Pot 1 by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Large Pot 1 by Sebastian Herkner Materials: Heat-resistant red ceramic. Technique: Glazed. Oven cooked and polished with semi-precious stones. Dimension...
Category

2010s German Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Holiday Vase by Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Holiday vase in shiny white. Designed by Project 213A in 2021 handmade stoneware. The oval vase, ruffled on the edges brings about contrast of lightness. This hand made and embelli...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Set of 4 White Kabin Vase Fat by 101 Copenhagen
Located in Geneve, CH
A set of 2 white Kabin vase fat by 101 Copenhagen Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl Dimensions: L35 / W35 / H25 cm Materials: Ceramic Kabin is a collection of handmade ceramic vases that is inspired from Japanese craftsmanship. The design is characterized by an oval shape, resting on top of a small foot or pedestal, adding a certain refinement to the classic form. The series of large table vases was created to offer the same stability and complexity as the classical Japanese tea...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Red Mini Tray 2 by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Red mini tray 2 by Sebastian Herkner Materials: Heat-resistant red ceramic. Technique: Glazed. Oven cooked and polished with semi-precious stones. Dimensio...
Category

2010s German Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Medium Bowl Barro Dining by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Medium bowl Barro dining by Sebastian Herkner Materials: heat-resistant black ceramic. Technique: glazed. Oven cooked and polished with semi-precious stones. Dimensions: diameter 31 cm x height 11 cm Available in sizes: Large, small, and X small. This vase belongs to the Barro dining range, a collection of unique and high-quality ceramics made using traditional pottery crafts. It’s designed by Sebastian Herkner who has taken inspiration from the archetypal forms of jewelry shown in the Museo del Oro in Bogotá. The result is a rustic-elegant range of vases, bowls, and pots that can also be used as plant...
Category

2010s German Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vase 1 Barro Dining by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Vase 1 barro dining by Sebastian Herkner Materials: Heat-resistant Black ceramic. Technique: Glazed. Oven cooked and polished with semi-precious stones. Dimensions: Diameter 12 ...
Category

2010s German Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

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

La Fabrique Des Rêves N°2 by Kiki Van Eijk
Located in Geneve, CH
La Fabrique Des Rêves N°2 by Kiki Van Eijk. Dimensions: D 20 x W 20 x H 42.6 cm. Materials: mouth-blown colored glass and painted wood. Also available in colors: blue, yellow, and...
Category

2010s French Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass

Sunset Moon Vase by Arina Antonova
Located in Geneve, CH
Sunset Moon vase by Arina Antonova Dimensions: H 33 x D 33 cm Materials: Stoneware, porcelain, glaze. Born in Sewastopol (Crimea), I was surrounded by t...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Vases

Materials

Porcelain, Stoneware

Olive Umber, Small by Daniele Giannetti
Located in Geneve, CH
Olive umber, small by Daniele Giannetti (handmade, hand-painted) Dimensions: D 11 x H 12 cm Materials: Terracotta Also available: Big and medium sizes All pieces are made in ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Terracotta

Iridescent Bronze Vase by Daniele Giannetti
Located in Geneve, CH
Iridescent bronze vase by Daniele Giannetti Dimensions: Ø 25 x H 18 cm. Materials: Glazed terracotta. All pieces are made in terracotta from Montelupo, only fired once, then co...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Terracotta

Silver Bronze Vase by Daniele Giannetti
Located in Geneve, CH
Silver bronze vase by Daniele Giannetti Dimensions: Ø 25 x H 18 cm. Materials: glazed terracotta. All pieces are made in terracotta from Montelupo, only fired once, then colore...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Terracotta

Sand Large Vase by Biancodichina
Located in Geneve, CH
Sand large vase by Biancodichina Dimensions: 9.5 x H 35cm. Materials: Limoges porcelain, pigment, glaze. Technique: Slab building technique. The “sand effect” is made of porce...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Mini Tray 2 by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Mini tray 2 by Sebastian Herkner Materials: Heat-resistant black ceramic. Technique: Glazed. Oven cooked and polished with semi-precious stones. Dimensi...
Category

2010s German Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Red Mini Pot 1 by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Red Mini Pot 1 by Sebastian Herkner Materials: Heat-resistant red ceramic. Technique: Glazed. Oven cooked and polished with semi-precious stones. Dimens...
Category

2010s German Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Handmade Ceramic Spikes White Decorative Vase VI
Located in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, AR
Beautiful white decorative vase with spikes, perfect for showcasing your cherished blooms. Providing a unique perspective from every angle, this handmade ceramic vase blurs the line ...
Category

2010s Argentine Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Clay

X-Small Bowl Barro Dining by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
X small bowl Barro dining by Sebastian Herkner Materials: heat-resistant Black ceramic. Technique: glazed. Oven cooked and polished with semi-precious stones. Dimensions: diameter 16.5 cm x height 8 cm Available in sizes: Large, Medium, and Small. This vase belongs to the Barro dining range, a collection of unique and high-quality ceramics made using traditional pottery crafts. It’s designed by Sebastian Herkner who has taken inspiration from the archetypal forms of jewelry shown in the Museo del Oro in Bogotá. The result is a rustic-elegant range of vases, bowls, and pots that can also be used as plant...
Category

2010s German Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Unique Glass Vase by Atelier George
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique glass vase by Atelier George One of a Kind Dimensions: Ø 14 x H 25 cm Materials: Handblown glass Variation of colours available. The Moire...
Category

2010s French Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Set of 2 Coffee Duck Plate Big by 101 Copenhagen
Located in Geneve, CH
A set of 2 coffee duck plate big by 101 Copenhagen Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl Dimensions: L45 / W45 / H13 CM Materials: Ceramic ...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Soapstone Amorfo 04 by Alva Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Soapstone Amorfo 04 by Alva Design Materials: Soapstone Dimensions: Ø 35 x h 6 cm ALVA is a furniture and objects design office, formed by brothers Susana Bastos, artist and des...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Vases

Materials

Soapstone

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

Blue Bling Vase by Arina Antonova
Located in Geneve, CH
Blue bling vase by Arina Antonova Dimensions: H 40 x D 20 cm Materials: stoneware, porcelain, pigments. Born in Sewastopol (Crimea), I was surrounded by the natural variety of t...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Vases

Materials

Porcelain, Stoneware

Vase 1 Barro Dining by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Vase 1 barro dining by Sebastian Herkner Materials: heat-resistant Black ceramic. Technique: Glazed. Oven cooked and polished with semi-precious stones. Dimensions: Diameter 12 ...
Category

2010s German Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Ita 2, Soapstone Vase by Alva Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Ita 2 - soapstone vase by Alva Design Materials: Soapstone, brass Dimensions: 25 (Ø) x 32 (H) Alva is a furniture and objects design office, formed by brothers Susana Bastos, artist...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Vases

Materials

Soapstone

Kartell Shanghai Vase in Blue by Mario Bellini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A multi-faceted vase widening from the base to the top in a swirling motion. Shanghai is like refracted light radiating from prism-like crystals with an alternating play of flashes a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Plastic

Contemporary Ceramic Handmade Vase
Located in London, GB
Nature is a central theme in Julianas’ work. By studying textures, structures and colours from nature and by observing, discovering and collecting, she approaches natural forms and found objects and translates them into new works. The technique Juliana uses on the objects helps her to get into a hyper-focused state. The term hyperfocus describes a special state of intense concentration. In several hours of work and under high concentration, every single lamella is attached to the main clay body. A Walk in...
Category

2010s German Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Monumental Art Glass Vase by Bohemia Glass, Czechoslovakia, Vintage
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful hand blown Czechoslovakia art glass vase. Created by Bohemian glass. Clear glass with lots of Bubbles inside. Nice blue flakes. A be...
Category

1980s Czech Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Beige Iridescent Vase by Daniele Giannetti
Located in Geneve, CH
Beige Iridescent vase by Daniele Giannetti Dimensions: Ø 34 x H 26 cm. Materials: Glazed terracotta. All pieces are made in terracotta from Monte...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Terracotta

Italian Handmade Murano Glass Vase, circa 2000
Located in Vilnius, LT
Italian handmade assymetric/oval form vase is made of transparent Murano glass with inlaid gold dust.  
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Celebration to Picasso Large Murano Art Glass Abstract Face Vase Mario, Italy
Located in Montreal, QC
Spectacular Murano Art glass face Sculpture vase made in celebration to Picasso. The handcrafted multicolored sculpture is signed by the artist. T...
Category

1990s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Giant Sphere Vase Bubl by 101 Copenhagen
Located in Geneve, CH
Giant sphere vase bubl by 101 Copenhagen Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl Dimensions: L75 / W33 / H100 cm Materials: Ceramic The Sphere collection celebrates unique silhouettes and textures that makes an impact with the decorative charm of sculptural art. Elegantly sculpted, each vase is finished in intricate ornate detailing. Inspired by ancient Chinese vases...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Large Choco Vase by Pauline Deltour
Located in Geneve, CH
Large choco vase by Pauline Deltour Materials: natural palm-fibres, glass Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia. Mouth-blown Dimensions: W 16 x H 30 cm Available in colors: light bl...
Category

2010s German Modern Vases

Materials

Natural Fiber, Glass

Stig Lindberg Ceramic, Stoneware, Vase / Vessel for Gustavsberg, Grazia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful silver paint in this Lindberg vase by Gustavsberg, Grazia model.
Category

1950s Swedish Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Red Large Pot 2 by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Red large pot 2 by Sebastian Herkner Materials: Heat-resistant red ceramic. Technique: Glazed. Oven cooked and polished with semi-p...
Category

2010s German Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Tall Matte Black Vase by Daniele Giannetti
Located in Geneve, CH
Tall matte black vase by Daniele Giannetti. Dimensions: Ø 22 x H 83 cm. Materials: Glazed terracotta. All pieces are made in terracotta from Mon...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Terracotta

No.94 Stoneware Sculpture, Tonfisk by Ciona Lee
Located in Geneve, CH
No.94 stoneware sculpture, Tonfisk by Ciona Lee One of a kind Dimensions: Ø 10 x H 16 cm Materials: Black stoneware, frost white glaze Variations of siz...
Category

2010s British Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

No.44 Stoneware Sculpture, Tonfisk by Ciona Lee
Located in Geneve, CH
No.44 stoneware sculpture, tonfisk by Ciona Lee One of a Kind Dimensions: W 14.5 x D 6 x H 11.5 cm Materials: Black Grogged Stoneware, Frost White Glaze ...
Category

2010s British Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Pre-Order Raku Large 11" Globe Vase - Full Copper Matte - Ceramic Pottery Decor
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
The large Raku fired vase Centerpiece Series by RAAQUU. A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. This Globe Vase is a round, capacious piec...
Category

2010s Malaysian Modern Vases

Materials

Copper

Iridescent Bronze Vase by Daniele Giannetti
Located in Geneve, CH
Iridescent bronze vase by Daniele Giannetti Dimensions: Ø 36 x H 18 cm. Materials: Glazed terracotta. All pieces are made in terracotta from Montelupo, only fired once, then co...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Terracotta

White Vase by Daniele Giannetti
Located in Geneve, CH
White vase by Daniele Giannetti Dimensions: Ø 30 x H 16 cm. Materials: glazed terracotta. All pieces are made in terracotta from Montelupo, onl...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Terracotta

Saxbo glazed vase ceramic/stoneware by Edith Sonne , signed/marked
By Edith Sonne Brun, Saxbo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful stoneware vase by the well known potter Edith Sonne.
Category

1950s Danish Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Red Large Vase by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Red large vase by Sebastian Herkner Materials: Heat-resistant red ceramic. Technique: Glazed. Oven cooked and polished with semi-precious stones. Dimensions: Diameter 31 cm x He...
Category

2010s German Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 2 Sand Sphere Vases Bubl Hexa by 101 Copenhagen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 sand sphere vases bubl hexa by 101 Copenhagen Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl Dimensions: L42 / W18,5 / H60 cm Materials: Ceramic The Sphere collecti...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 4 Dark Grey Big Sphere Vases Bubl by 101 Copenhagen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 dark grey big sphere vases Bubl by 101 Copenhagen Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl Dimensions: L 31,5 / W 14 / H 45 cm Materials: ceramic The Sphere c...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Kernos Vessel by Acoocooro
Located in Geneve, CH
Kernos vessel by Acoocooro Dimensions: Ø 13 x H 23 cm. Materials: Stackable set of two "crema maya" marble bowls and cast bronze bowl and lid; vessel, container, or burner. Kernos (plural kernoi), a very peculiar form of compound vessel or, simply put, «a plurality of bowls,» that was utilized for ceremonial purposes from as early as the Neolithic period. It may have been part of the rites and offerings to goddesses like Demeter, Kore, and Attis; but there are those who believe it was nothing more than table dishes. The two crema maya vessels...
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Vases

Materials

Stone, Bronze

Set of Augite, Olive Umber, Orange Ochre & Prussian Blue by Daniele Giannetti
Located in Geneve, CH
A set of augite (M), olive umber (M), orange ochre (M) & Prussian blue (S) by Daniele Giannetti (Handmade, Hand-Painted) Dimensions: D24 x H33 augite (M), D20 x H30 Olive Umber (M),...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Terracotta

Red Small Tray 2 by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Red small tray 2 by Sebastian Herkner Materials: Heat-resistant red ceramic. Technique: Glazed. Oven cooked and polished with semi-precious stones. Dimensions: Diameter 32 cm x H 1...
Category

2010s German Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Red Large Pot 1 by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Red large pot 1 by Sebastian Herkner Materials: Heat-resistant red ceramic. Technique: Glazed. Oven cooked and polished with semi-precious stones. Dimensions: Diameter 43 cm x h...
Category

2010s German Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Red Small Pot 1 by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Red small pot 1 by Sebastian Herkner Materials: Heat-resistant red ceramic. Technique: Glazed. Oven cooked and polished with semi-precious stones. Dimen...
Category

2010s German Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

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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