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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Marga VI Vessel by Raquel Vidal and Pedro Paz
Located in Geneve, CH
Marga VI Vessel by Raquel Vidal and Pedro Paz Exclusive for Galerie Philia Dimensions: Ø 23,5 x H 22 cm. Materials: Ceramic. All our pieces are handmade in our own workshop located in Valencia. Please contact us. Based in Spain, Canoa Lab...
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2010s Spanish Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Mid Century Sven Palmqvist Orrefors Pa Expo 1965 Cobalt Blue Flower Vase 9"
Located in Dayton, OH
Rare mid century Sven Palmqvist for Orrefors Swedish cobalt blue rectangular glass bud vase or flower urn. Marked Orrefors Expo Pa 370-65 and signed Palmqvist on base. Circa 1965. ...
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1960s Vintage Modern Vases

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Glass

Set/4 Ceramic Vases w/ Leather, White, Handmade in Portugal by Lusitanus Home
Located in Lisboa, PT
Philip Vases, Lusitanus Home Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Lusitanus Home. This beautiful set includes four waterproof ceramic vases, perfect to be displayed toget...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vases

Materials

Metal

Set of 3 White Ceramic Kawa Vases, Luft Tanaka, organic, porcelain
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A set of three white ceramic Kawa Vases by Luft Tanaka Studio. Each item is made by casting porcelain into sewn leather molds and are truly one-of-a-kind. As a result of the product...
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2010s American Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Clay

Standard I Cinesi Vase in Dark Red by Carlo Moretti
Located in New York, NY
By putting three layers of glass on one another in three distinct moments colored opaque glass, clear crystal and colored crystal one achieves the amazing effect of a material that plays with the light and changes thickness, consistency and chromatic effect. Two-colored objects...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Crystal

Olga Medium Glass Vase w/ Multicolored Detail by Borek Sipek for Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Gorgeous centrepiece with multicolored lace decorations. Olga is a joy for the eyes. Borek Sipek (1949-2016). after studying interior design at the school for arts and crafts in...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Volume 1 Vase by Milan Pekař
Located in Geneve, CH
Volume 1 vase by Milan Pekar Dimensions: D11 x H15 cm Materials: Glaze, porcelain Handmade in the Czech Republic. Also available: Different colors and patterns Established own studio August 2009 – Focus mainly on porcelain, developing own glazes. Mould makings, and Slip casting. Milan Pekar is an award-winning product designer. Assistant professor at Studio of Ceramics and Porcelain...
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2010s Czech Modern Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Resin Fruit Bowl by Gaetano Pesce Fish Collection Unique Colorful Modern Design.
Located in Ibiza, Spain
Soft resin fruit bowl designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for the Fish Design collection. Handcrafted in transparent pink, turquoise, and matte yellow resin. Fish is a celebration of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Resin

1960s Gio Ponti Style Minimalist Chromed Metal Multiple Cylinder Vase
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This chromed metal vase exemplifies the balance between form and function, with its sleek modernist design and versatile use, aligning well with Gio Ponti’s iconic design philosophy....
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Mid-20th Century Modern Vases

Materials

Metal

Decorative Brutalist White Stoneware Ceramic Vase by Hervé Rousseau 21st Century
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Hervé Rousseau Original and elegant stoneware ceramic vase by Hervé Rousseau. Decorative white ceramic glaze color. Original perfect condition....
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Marga II Vessel by Raquel Vidal and Pedro Paz
Located in Geneve, CH
Marga II Vessel by Raquel Vidal and Pedro Paz Exclusive for Galerie Philia Dimensions: Ø 22 x H 23 cm. Materials: Ceramic. All our pieces are handmade in our own workshop located in Valencia. Please contact us. Based in Spain, Canoa Lab...
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2010s Spanish Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Steuben Crystal or Glass Palace Model No. 8354 Vase
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine art glass vase. By Steuben. The Palace vase model no. 8354. Designed by Donald Pollard in 1977. With a classic vasiform shape. Sim...
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20th Century American Modern Vases

Materials

Crystal

Rectangle Bubble Vase in Navy Blue Resin by Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Striking and elegant, the Rectangle Bubble Vase has a unique silhouette that brings a modern and playful feel to any space. Styled in built-ins or filled with florals, this vase is a...
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2010s Mexican Modern Vases

Materials

Marble

Tiffany & Co Signed Crystal Vase
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
This contemporary Tiffany & Co crystal vase features a modern geometrical pattern design, making it stylish and elegant. The bottom of the vase is marked, " Tiffany & Co."
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1990s American Modern Vases

Materials

Rock Crystal

"White" 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...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

Contemporary Gaetano Pesce Spaghetti XL Vase Soft Resin Purple, Turquoise
Located in barasso, IT
Spaghetti vase, purple, turquoise. Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection. Measures: XL - ø 30cm x H 56cm Other sizes available. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Resin

Set 20 Decorative Brass Tube Sculptures Flower Holders by Diego Mardegan
Located in London, GB
Set of flower holders, handmade brass cylinder-shaped made of different sizes in diameter and heights. Handmade brass cylinder-shaped made of different s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Brass

Baccarat Set of Structured Exquise Clear Crystal Vases, France, 1990
Located in Rijssen, NL
Glorifying the effects of refracted light for 170 years, the iconic Baccarat and Saint Louis vases are well-known all over the world. Two crystal masterpieces of exceptional proport...
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1990s French Modern Vases

Materials

Crystal

21st Century Federico Peri Cilindro Large Satin Vase Murano Glass Smoke
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
Cilindro Large Satin-Shaded finish vase, Murano glass, by Federico Peri, 21st century. Cilindro is a vase from the Essentials collection designed by Federico Peri for Purho in sprin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Ettore Sottsass Twenty-Seven Woods for a Chinese Artificial Flower Vase G
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Twenty-seven woods for a Chinese Artificial flower vase G by Ettore Sottsass, edited by Design Gallery Milano, 1995. Limited edition of 12 signed and numered pieces, number 3 / 1...
Category

1990s European Modern Vases

Materials

Brass

Turquoise Blue Pottery Vase
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Modern turquoise blue Amphora pottery vase, circa early-20th century, USA. Very good condition as shown in images. No chips noted. Dimension...
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Early 20th Century American Modern Vases

Materials

Clay

Standard I Cinesi Vase in Cobalt Blue by Carlo Moretti
Located in New York, NY
By putting three layers of glass on one another in three distinct moments colored opaque glass, clear crystal and colored crystal one achieves the amazing effect of a material that plays with the light and changes thickness, consistency and chromatic effect. Two-colored objects...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Crystal

Hyacinth Vase Italian Glass & Sterling Silver Sottsass Association Egizia Milano
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Extremely rare cylindric hyacinth vase with an additional glass liner designed by Manuela and Riccardo Forti when they have been with Sottsass Associati,...
Category

1990s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Color Number 3 Showtime Vase by Jaime Hayon
Located in Geneve, CH
Color Number 3 showtime vase by Jaime Hayon Dimensions: Diameter 27 x H 42 cm Materials: Made in two pieces in enameled stoneware porcelain; mono-color (interior and external in ...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Large Pot 2 by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Large Pot 2 by Sebastian Herkner Materials: Heat-resistant black ceramic. Technique: Glazed. Oven cooked and polished with semi-precious stones. Dimensi...
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2010s German Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Hand Blown Emerald Green Murano Glass Vase with Gold Leaf Infused Dot Design
Located in New York, NY
Richly colored Emerald green Murano glass vase decorated with applied dot design in clear glass with gold leaf inclusions. Italy, 2023 ...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Bertil Vallien Cameo Midnight sky Vase with Ravens Crows Kosta Boda Atelier 1992
Located in Mobile, AL
Bertil's work is often haunting, but this bottle vase is ready for display or perhaps for the most adventurous as a container for your personal witch's brew. A entire layer of end of day type scattered glass has been cameo acid cut back to reveal a frosted midnight blue glass underlayer. But, just look at these birds. Ravens, crows... certainly birds of the night. A taller neck than I have seen before and the slight slumping and bubbled inclusions reinforce the visual message that this is both art and handicraft. The fortuitous bold coloration of the birds makes the pattern boldly assert. Marked Kosta Boda Atelier 92 and B Vallien...
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1990s Swedish Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Set of 2 Giant Sphere Vases Bubl by 101 Copenhagen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 giant sphere vases bubl by 101 Copenhagen. Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl. Dimensions: L75 / W33 / H100 cm. Materials: ceramic. The Sphere collectio...
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2010s Danish Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Contemporary Organic Shape, Plain Dark Brown Ceramic Vase by Willem Van Hooff
Located in Geneve, CH
Ombe Vase by Willem Van Hooff Dimensions: W 23 x D 7 x H 28 cm (Dimensions may vary as pieces are hand-made and might present slight variations in sizes) Materials: Earthenware, cera...
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2010s Dutch Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

Gaetano Pesce Clear Special XL Vase Resin Yellow, Ruby, Pink, Fuchsia
Located in barasso, IT
Clear special extra color vase - Matt Warm Yellow, Dark Ruby, Clear Pink, Matt Fuchsia 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

Chaîne D'ancre Vase by Hermès Paris
Located in Kelkheim (Taunus), HE
Chaîne d'Ancre Vase by Hermès Paris, set of 2. Pair of imposing silver-plated vases from the Mainson of Hermès Paris, decorated with the classic decor "Chaîne d'Ancre". Height...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Small Vintage Spiral Motif Posy Vase, Scottish, Art Glass, Flower Sleeve, Decor
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small vintage spiral motif posy vase. A Scottish, art glass flower sleeve, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1990. Attractive blown glass with superb colour Displays ...
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1990s European Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

21st Century Karim Rashid Centerpiece Container Murano Glass Ocean Blue
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
21st century Karim Rashid centerpiece container Murano glass various colors. Designed by Karim Rashid, Kountess is a stately, sculptural jar with a lid. Just like its twin model, Kou...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

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

2010s Argentine Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Pottery

Contemporary Organic Form, Rustic Off-White Ceramic Vase by Willem Van Hooff
Located in Geneve, CH
Veda Vase by Willem Van Hooff Core Vessel series Dimensions: W 29 x D 10 x H 37 cm (Dimensions may vary as pieces are hand-made and might...
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2010s Dutch Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Resin

Ceramic Vase "PALOMA" White Glazed by Gabriella B., Made in Italy
Located in Treviso, IT
Ceramic vase PALOMA white glazed finished cod. B003 S measures: Height 120.0 - Diameter 25.0 cm.  
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Venetian Scavo Vase in Blown Murano Glass Orange and Dawn Colors, Italy, 1980s
Located in Villaverla, IT
Venetian Scavo Vase in Blown Murano Glass with Orange and Dawn Colors Italy 1980s. This enchanting "scavo" vase stands out for the beauty of its shades...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass

Contemporary Ceramic Ninfea Corteccia Texture Black and White Tray
Located in Porcia, IT
A piece with strong, modern character, this captivating tray was handcrafted of paper clay (clay-base compound mixed with natural fibers), the slightly irregular circular shape finis...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Contemporary Gaetano Pesce Indian Summer L Vase Soft Resin Grey Turquoise
Located in barasso, IT
Indian Summer vase - Clear grey and matt turquoise Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection. Measures: L - ø 22cm x H 36cm Colours: Clear grey...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Resin

Contemporary Fish Design Gaetano Pesce Medusa XL Vase Soft Resin Green
Located in barasso, IT
Medusa vase - Matt green Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection. Measures: XL - Ø 30cm x H 56cm Other sizes available Colours: Ma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Resin

Ceramic Vase Model A ABC Collection by Alessandro Mendini for Superego Editions
Located in Milan, Italy
Model A ceramic vase, Abc Collection, designed by Alessandro Mendini and produced by Superego Editions, 99 pieces limited edition. Signed and numbered. Biography Alessandro Mendini ...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

6 Amici IV White Vase by Linde Burkhardt for Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Evanescent and enigmatic, this collection features six different pearly ceramic lids atop pearly ceramic vases. The "6 Amici" collection is designed by Linde Burkhardt.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

French Contemporary Design Hand Cut Crystal Vase from Reims, France
Located in Miami, FL
A stunning contemporary designed French hand cut crystal vase that varies with a simple design to extraordinary details of French art glass from the 1980s. Delightfully heavy, very g...
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20th Century French Modern Vases

Materials

Crystal

Venini Ossitocina Happy Pills Vase in White & Yellow by Fabio Novembre
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini Happy Pills in ossitocina by Fabio Novembre. Numbered edition handmade-blown glass with the “Incalmo” technique. Color: Multi-color Dime...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Vase White Bisquit Porcelain Design by Naaman Israel 1990s
By Coop Ceramic Art
Located in Vienna, AT
Vase white bisquit porcelain design by Naaman Israel 1990s. An interesting example of the upcoming design community in Israel during the 1990s. It is bas...
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1990s Israeli Modern Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Hand-Blown Murano Surpime Vase in Tobacco Medium
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A captivating interplay of artisanal mastery and opulent aesthetics, the Hand-Blown Murano Surpime Vase in Tobacco commands attention with its warm amber hues, gently deepening into ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Sphere Globe Fluted Glass Vase, circa 1970s, Pair, Large
Located in New York, NY
A relatively large pair of '70s modern round globe fluted glass vases with black detail at neck/rim, circa 1970s. Dimensions: 10.5" Diameter x 10.25...
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1970s Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Large Murano Glass Vase Entirely Handmade Italy 1990 Colorful
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Large Colored Murano Glass Vase made by skilled master glass artisans of Venice
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1990s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Roman Travertine Bowl by Le Lampade
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
White Roman travertine bowl designed by Le Lampade and made in Italy. 10 available.   
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Travertine

Set of 3 White Ceramic Kawa Vessels, Leather textured organic Porcelain vases
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Monolithic in shape and defined by their single vertical seams, the Kawa Vessels are fluid & expressive. Their construction method really shines light on their unique production tech...
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2010s American Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Daum France Crystal Bud Vase, Basket or Vide Poche, circa 1970
By Daum
Located in Atlanta, GA
Enhance your private interior with this extraordinary Daum Nancy France bud basket crystal vase, a striking example of artistic mastery. Crafted circa 1970, this rare and captivating...
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1970s French Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Crystal

Carlo Scarpa, Vase, Glass, Gold Leaf, Italy, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A blown glass and gold leaf vase designed by Carlo Scarpa and produced by Venini, Italy, c. 1930s. With acid etched marking "Venini Italia"
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1930s Italian Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Moor Head Vase, Handmade in Sicily, Gold Leaf, Colors Customizable, Centerpiece
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

Hand Blown Murano Vase in Cobalt Blue with Bubbles
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Crafted with the timeless Bullicante technique, this hand-blown Murano vase embodies the meticulous artistry of Venetian glassmakers. Each bubble is carefully encapsulated within lay...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Carrot Flower Vase, by Nathalie du Pasquier from Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Carrot ceramic vase was originally designed by Nathalie du Pasquier in 1985 for Memphis Milano. The transmuted ceramic arises in geometric compositions ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vase Painted Two-handled Amphora Majolica Renaissance Vessel Italian Ceramic
Located in Recanati, IT
This large luxurious amphora, in majolica handmade in Italy and hand-painted in polychrome, is characterized by a dense presence of naturalistic ornamental motifs that decorate the v...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Hand-Blown Murano Frozen Vase in Emerald Green Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Murano Frozen Vase in Emerald Green is a sculptural marvel, embodying the essence of refined design and intricate craftsmanship. Its deep emerald green surface flows seamlessly i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Contemporary Rabbit Hand Blown Glass Vase Spring Animal Cute Bunny Decanter Pot
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Introducing the whimsical Rabbit Vase, a charming hand-blown glass creation by the talented Simone Crestani. This delicate decanter, crafted entirely in tr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Ceramic Vase by Nathalie Du Pasquier for Alessio Sarri Editions, Italy
Located in Milan, Italy
Ceramic vase designed by Nathalie Du Pasquier and produced by Alesso Sarri Ceramiche, Italy. Signed. Biography Nathalie du Pasquier (b. 1957, Bordeaux, France) worked as a design...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian 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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