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Modern Ceramics

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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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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Item type: New and Made To Order
Style: Modern
Bloom Sculpture by Elnaz Rafati
Located in Geneve, CH
Bloom by Elnaz Rafati (Sculpture 6) Dimensions: D 14 x W 24.2 x H 40.7 cm. Materials: Clay. I am an Iranian architect and artist living in NYC. After receiving my architectural ...
Category

2010s American Modern Ceramics

Materials

Clay

Alfonso Vase, by Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
This vase draws inspiration from the Icelandic volcanic rock formations which can be found by Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach. It his sculpted by organically displacing seventeen indivi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ceramics

Materials

Clay

Mini Aniela / Ecru / Circus Incense Holder by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
Ceramic ecru glaze pink ball ø 15 cm Aniela MINI is the answer to the need for a small item - a coaster that can be used to hold jewelry, sweets or burn incense sticks.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Ceramics

Materials

Clay

Modern Ceramica Gatti 1928 Crown Bowl Basket Handmade Ceramic Gold Pink Flowers
Located in Faenza, IT
CARLA CORONA elegant cup or centerpiece in ceramic, forged on the lathe and hand painted. The inside of the crown is entirely painted in pure gold, while the outside is presented in ...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Modern Ceramica Gatti 1928 Crown Bowl Basket Handmade Ceramic Gold Platinum Gems
Located in Faenza, IT
LAURA CROWN Centerpiece bowl in ceramic, made on the wheel and hand painted. The inside of the crown is entirely hand painted in pure gold, while the outside is painted in a shade of...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Rock Handmade Ceramic Flower Vase II - Black & White
Located in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, AR
Beautiful handmade ceramic flower vase, perfect for displaying your favorite blooms. With its simple lines and contemporary aesthetics, this unique ceramic vase crosses the line betw...
Category

2010s Argentine Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Clay

Vase 0022 Grès Roux Chamotté by Marta Dervin
Located in Geneve, CH
Vase 0022 Grès Roux Chamotté by Marta Dervin Dimensions: ø7 x H 27-31 cm Materials: Stoneware Marta Dervin works with stoneware and porcelain that she shapes by hand to create simpl...
Category

2010s French Modern Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Modern Ceramica Gatti 1928 Crown Bowl Basket Handmade Ceramic White Platinum
Located in Faenza, IT
LAURA CROWN Centerpiece bowl in ceramic, made on the wheel and hand painted. The inside of the crown is entirely hand-painted in platinum, while the outside is in white majolica embe...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Spikes White Ceramic Handmade Plant Pot
Located in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, AR
Beautiful ceramic handmade plant pot. Carefully crafted, each planter is thrown and trimmed on the wheel, and every outer spike is individually attached by hand. Finished with a hand...
Category

2010s Argentine Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Clay

Alfonso Vase, by Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
This vase draws inspiration from the Icelandic volcanic rock formations which can be found by Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach. It his sculpted by organically displacing seventeen indivi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ceramics

Materials

Clay

Vase 0025 Grès Roux Chamotté by Marta Dervin
Located in Geneve, CH
Vase 0025 Grès Roux Chamotté by Marta Dervin Dimensions: ø7.5 x H 31-35 cm Materials: Stoneware Marta Dervin works with stoneware and porcelain that she...
Category

2010s French Modern Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Maria Vessel, Handmade in Portugal
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Maria vessel in Shiny White Designed by Project 213A in 2020 Handmade Stoneware This vase is inspired by the Greco-Roman period, having a timeless appearance and finished with a contemporary textured shiny glaze. Each piece develops its own distinctive character with shades of black as it goes through the firing process. No two pieces will look alike...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Modern Matera Blue and Gold Vase Original Ceramic
Located in monza, Monza and Brianza
Recovered from the roof of an ancient masseria ( farmhouse ) outside Matera - Basilicata, these series of pieces have been treated to recover their insulation properties first, and t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Handmade Rock Ceramic Salad Bowl - Black & White Splatterware
Located in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, AR
Fantastic handmade salad serving bowl. The perfect piece for making a bold statement, this large ceramic salad bowl is great for functional use or as beautiful decoration in your hom...
Category

2010s Argentine Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Pottery

Set of 2 Sconces by Olivia Cognet
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 sconces by Olivia Cognet Materials: Ceramic Dimensions: L 18 cm H 27 cm Each of Olivia’s handmade creations is a unique work of art, the...
Category

2010s French Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Pineapple Hand Painted Ceramic Starter Set of 2
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Wonderful set of handapainted ceramic starter plates. Pineapple shaped these paltes are made in Italy and will bringa tropical touch on your table.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Alfonso Vase, by Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
This vase draws inspiration from the Icelandic volcanic rock formations which can be found by Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach. It is sculpted by organically displacing seventeen individ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ceramics

Materials

Clay

Modern Ceramica Gatti 1928 Crown Bowl Basket Handmade Ceramic Gold Colored Gems
Located in Faenza, IT
CORONA DIANA elegant cup or centrepiece, made on the lathe and hand painted. It can also be a precious fruit holder. Inside the crown is enamelled in white with multicolored mother-o...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Decorative Plate Centerpiece Wall Dish Fireclay Warm White Materic Finish, Italy
Located in Recanati, IT
Decorative plate in fireclay, entirely handmade in Italy. The incredibly material finish has been left natural to highlight the beauty and uniqueness of this clay. The whiteness of i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

White Ceramic Kawa Vase #14, Organic Porcelain Flower Vase, ceramic
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A porcelain flower vase with an organic and fabric-like form and texture. Clear glazed applied on interior surface. As a result of the production...
Category

2010s American Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Modern Ceramica Gatti 1928 Crown Bowl Basket Handmade Ceramic Gold Colored Gems
Located in Faenza, IT
LAURA CROWN Elegant centerpiece ceramic bowl, made on the lathe and hand painted. The inside and outside of the crown are entirely hand painted in pure gold. The diamond-shaped stone...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Contemporary Earthenware Espresso Cup with Classic Tones of English Delftware
Located in London, GB
Indigo Rain, 1882 Ltd. with Faye Toogood. Designer Faye Toogood’s addition to her range of ceramic designs for 1882 Ltd. puts a fresh spin on the forms and traditions of English crea...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Enyo Vase by Lava Studio Ceramics
Located in Geneve, CH
Enyo vase by lava studio ceramics. Unique, 2020 Materials: Glazed stoneware Dimensions: H 27 cm x D 28 cm Lava ceramics is a collective studio ba...
Category

2010s Greek Modern Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Hand Painted Monkeys Salt&Pepper Made in Italy Set of 2
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
There are few salt&pepper as finky as these ones. Shaped as monkeys these items are handmade and handpainted in Italy.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Ribbonear Ceramic Vase by Lava Studio Ceramics
Located in Geneve, CH
Ribbonear ceramic vase by Lava Studio Ceramics Unique, 2020 Materials: Glazed stoneware Dimensions: H 25 cm x D 18-20-40 cm Lava ceramics is a collective studio based in Athens.
Category

2010s Greek Modern Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Blue Stool by Milan Pekař
Located in Geneve, CH
Blue stool by Milan Pekar Dimensions: W40 x D40 x H42 cm Materials: Glaze, clay Handmade in the Czech Republic Also available: Different colors and ...
Category

2010s Czech Modern Ceramics

Materials

Clay

Modern Ceramica Gatti 1928 Crown Bowl Basket Handmade Ceramic Gold Pink Flowers
Located in Faenza, IT
CARLA CORONA elegant cup or centerpiece in ceramic, forged on the lathe and hand painted. The inside of the crown is entirely painted in pure gold, while the outside is presented in ...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Pomegranate Hand Painted Ceramic Starter Set of 2
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Wonderful set of handapainted ceramic starter plates Pomegranate shaped these items are made in Italy and will bring a tropical touch on your table.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Sculpture Form No_002 by AOAO
Located in Geneve, CH
Sculpture form no_002 by AOAO Dimensions: W 37 x D 4 x H 47 cm Materials: plaster Color options available upon request. The idea was born after deciding to reconnect with my family and my grandfather – a sculptor artist. Learning to sculpt and being a designer compelled me to combine these two mediums and use their best values. Experimenting with the functionality of sculpture and the meaning of furniture led me to create the collection. Studio AOAO is an interdisciplinary studio combining art and design. It was created by Alicja Strzyzynska and Onur Iseri in Amsterdam in 2020. “We specialise in making sculptural pieces by experimenting with the functionality of sculpture and the meaning of furniture. In our works, we focus on the emotional connection between the object and the user. All of our work seeks the experience of intimacy and the metaphysical bond between personal interaction and meaningful narrative. Through sculptural value and reflective design, we aim to create pieces that last for generations and help reduce environmental waste.” The inspiration to sculpt came from Alicja’s roots, her grandfather – an artist sculptor. Alicja completed Masters of Arts Degree in Product and Visual Communication Design at Warsaw Academy of Fine Arts and finished her bachelor degree in Interior Architecture. Alicja previously worked in Tokyo and Amsterdam in architectural design studios. Onur completed his business studies in Japan and worked in digital design & marketing as well as teaching in Tokyo. The studio’s first collection debuted at Rossana Orlandi Gallery during Milan Design Week 2021. The studio currently collaborates with RO Gallery...
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Ceramics

Materials

Plaster

Modern Ceramica Gatti 1928 Crown Bowl Basket Handmade Ceramic White Platinum
Located in Faenza, IT
LAURA CROWN Centerpiece bowl in ceramic, made on the wheel and hand painted. The inside of the crown is entirely hand-painted in platinum, while the outside is in white majolica embe...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Lamp by Olivia Cognet
Located in Geneve, CH
Ceramic lamp by Olivia Cognet Materials: Ceramic Dimensions: H around 40-50 cm tall Each of Olivia’s handmade creations is a unique work of art, the snapshot of a precious momen...
Category

2010s French Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Stoneware Clay milk jug in terracotta colour hand cast in UK
Located in London, GB
The pieces are slip cast in London, made from stoneware in small batches. The hand painted details around the rim of each item in the collection is created by glaze in a complimentar...
Category

2010s English Modern Ceramics

Materials

Cast Stone

Modern Ceramica Gatti 1928 Crown Bowl Basket Handmade Ceramic Gold Black Flowers
Located in Faenza, IT
CARLA CORONA elegant cup or centerpiece in ceramic, forged on the lathe and hand painted. The inside of the crown is entirely painted in pure gold, while the outside is presented in ...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Amorphia L Vase by Lava Studio Ceramics
Located in Geneve, CH
Amorphia L vase by Lava Studio Ceramics. Unique, 2020 Materials: Glazed stoneware Dimensions: H 17 cm x D 15-17 cm Lava ceramics is a collective studio based in Athens.
Category

2010s Greek Modern Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Jason Fox Wheel Thrown Ceramic Vase / Flower Bottle
Located in Burbank, CA
Wheel Thrown Ceramic Vase/ Flower Bottle by Jason Fox Part of his Flower Bottle Series, American contemporary ceramic artist Jason Fox borrows inspira...
Category

2010s American Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain, Pottery, Stoneware

Wheel Thrown Flower Stamped Vase by Jason Fox
Located in Burbank, CA
Wheel Thrown Flower Stamped Buncheong Vase by Jason Fox 6 1/2" x 6 1/2" American Contemporary Ceramic Artist Jason Fox shows his love of Korean Pottery with his take on Bunche...
Category

2010s American Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Pottery, Stoneware

Ceramic Hex Planter in Iron Gate by BZIPPY
Located in Sun Valley, CA
Ceramic Hex Planter in Iron Gate. Made to order. BZIPPY ceramic goods are one-of-a-kind stoneware / earthenware editions including furniture, planters and home accessories. Each...
Category

2010s American Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Flat Vase Project by 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Flat vase in Brick. Designed by Project 213A in 2021. Handmade Stoneware. Creation demands destruction, taking the old and the typical to conceive the...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Modern Ceramica Gatti 1928 Crown Bowl Basket Handmade Ceramic Gold Colored Gems
Located in Faenza, IT
CORONA DIANA elegant bowl or centerpiece, made on the lathe and hand painted. Inside the crown is completely painted in pure gold, while outside it has a light and bright green colou...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Mama totem Unique Ceramic Sculpture by Malwina Konopacka
Located in Geneve, CH
Mama totem unique ceramic sculpture by Malwina Konopacka Unique sculpture Materials: Ceramic Dimensions: H 180 cm MAMA totem / 2019 (hgt. 180 cm) was realized for DesignBlok Pr...
Category

2010s Polish Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Italian Contemporary Artistic Ceramic Canopo Vase by Amaaro, 2022
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian contemporary "Canopo" serie ceramic vase designed and produced by Amaaro. This vase is directly inspired by the Egyptian canopic jars; i...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Radicchio Hand Painted Ceramic Salad Bowl Made in Italy
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
This stunning collection is totally handmade and hand painted in Italy.   
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Modern Ceramica Gatti 1928 Crown Bowl Basket Handmade Ceramic Gold Black Flowers
Located in Faenza, IT
CARLA CORONA elegant cup or centerpiece in ceramic, forged on the lathe and hand painted. The inside of the crown is entirely painted in pure gold, while the outside is presented in ...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

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

2010s Argentine Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Clay

Saint Jacques Handpainted dinenr plates set of 4 Made in Italy
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
A wonderful set of dinner plates to make your table shine Hanpainted, in italy, Saint Jacques (scallops) will bring an everyday summer on your ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Ottomans Palms Handpainted Ceramic Dinenr plate Made in Italy
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
a unique piece of art totally handpainted in Italy by crafted artisand the tropical mood metts the Ottomans world
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Milk Jug
Located in Geneve, CH
Ceramic Milk Jug Dimensions: Diameter 15cm x height 21cm Materials: Ceramic. Anthracite stoneware clay. Pigment. Technique: Hand-crafted. Glazed. Bic...
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Hand Painted Pineapple Salt & Pepper Made in Italy Set of 2
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
There are few salt & pepper as funky as these ones shaped as pineapples these items are handmade and handpainted in Italy.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Black Carafe and Cups Set by Craig Barrow
Located in Geneve, CH
Black Carafe and cups set by Craig Barrow. Dimensions: 7.5 x 10.5 x 20.5cm - 6 x 5 x 5.5cm Volume approx.: 400ml - 50ml Variations: Black porcelain, black glaze. Black porcelain, nebular glaze. White porcelain, white glaze. White porcelain, nebular glaze. A set of porcelain carafe and shot cups concepted over numerous visits to the Swedish island...
Category

2010s German Modern Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Ottomans Palms Handpainted Ceramic Dinenr plate Made in Italy
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
a unique piece of art totally handpainted in Italy by crafted artisand the tropical mood metts the Ottomans world
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Flat Vase Project by 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Flat vase in Shiny White. Designed by Project 213A in 2021. Handmade Stoneware. Creation demands destruction, taking the old and the typical to conceive th...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

White Organic Ceramic Kawa Vase 05, Leather Cast Porcelain Flower Vase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tactile and organic porcelain vase with leather textured exterior surface and clear glazed interior. As a result of the production process each item is one-of-a-kind. Use individual...
Category

2010s American Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Clay

In-stock, White Organic Ceramic Kawa Vase Small, Leather Cast Porcelain Bud Vase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tactile and organic porcelain vase with leather textured exterior surface and clear glazed interior. Due to the production process, each item is one-of-a-kind. Use individually as a...
Category

2010s American Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Ottomans Palms Handpainted Ceramic Dinner Plate Made in Italy
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
A unique piece of art totally handpainted in Italy by crafted artisand the tropical mood metts the Ottomans world.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Stoneware Clay Bowl in Terracotta Colour Hand Cast in UK
Located in London, GB
The pieces are slip cast in London, made from stoneware in small batches. The hand painted details around the rim of each item in the collection is created by glaze in a complimentar...
Category

2010s English Modern Ceramics

Materials

Cast Stone

Tributte Platter by Rodrigo Lobato Yáñes
Located in Geneve, CH
Tributte platter by Rodrigo Lobato Yáñes. Dimensions: H 2.3'' x W 11.3'' x D 11.3" Materials: Slip casting, glazing and single firing process. Platalea studio was born out of a ...
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Heart Sculpture by Natasja Alers
Located in Geneve, CH
Heart sculpture by Natasja Alers, 2018 Dimensions: 45 x 40 x 37 cm Material: ceramics, glazes. Visual artist Natasja Alers (The Hague, 1987) gradu...
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2010s Dutch Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Garden Green Handmade Ceramic Dessert Plate
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Green as the gardens that give the name to this collection This handmade and hand painted plate reproduces the rattan plates used for picnic and outdoor...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Modern ceramics for sale on 1stDibs.

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