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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 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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Item Ships From: Europe
Style: Modern
Grey Earthenwear, Leaf Sculpture // 166
Located in København V, 84
Handbuilt Stonewear Sculpture in grey earthenwear clay. The edgaes are colored with black porcelain paint.
It is sculpted by hand, slowly adding coils and clay to create the fina...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Clay
Maria Vessel, Handmade in Portugal
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Maria Vessel in Midnight Blue
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
Fine Bone China Salad Plate with Organic Shapes and Delicate Green Colors
By Deborah M. Allen
Located in London, GB
Jenny Green, 1882 Ltd. with Deborah M Allen. Californian-based artist Deborah M Allen’s love of the water has always influenced her work, which often includes references to carved landscapes and the unexpected organic shapes and colors we prize in nature. The result? Gorgeous contemplations of space, fluidity and light. This collection of Fine bone china showcases...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Fine Bone China Tall Vase Slip-Cast Hand Carved Plaster Models
By Max Lamb
Located in London, GB
Crockery White, 1882 Ltd. with Max Lamb. A collection of fine bone china tableware slip-cast from plaster models carved by hand, with glazed interior f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Fine Bone China Jug Slip-Cast Hand Carved Plaster Models
By Max Lamb
Located in London, GB
Crockery White, 1882 Ltd. with Max Lamb. A collection of fine bone china tableware slip-cast from plaster models carved by hand, with glazed interior for functionality and raw exteri...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Set of 2 WIT Mug / Orange / Ecru by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
The WIT cup is a multifunctional vessel with a playful stem. It can become your favorite coffee cup, a dessert bowl, a container for pens, or other favorite accessories. WIT chalices...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Ceramics
Materials
Clay
Contemporary Ceramic Dinind Set
Located in Geneve, CH
Tea pot n°1– Diameter 16 x height 18cm
Tea cup n°2– Diameter 10.5 x height 13.8 cm
Coffee cup n°3– Diameter 10.5 x height 13.4 cm
Milk jug n°4– Diameter 6.7 x height 8.6cm
Sugar ...
Category
2010s French Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic vase attributed to Bertoncello Roberto Rigon
Located in Lugo, IT
Blue ceramic vase attributed to Bertoncello Roberto Rigon.
Seven defects as pictured
Good conditions.
Thank you
Category
1960s Vintage Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Montecatini ceramic cups
Located in Lugo, IT
Six cups Montecatini production.
1 defect good condition.
Thank you
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Maria Vessel, Handmade in Portugal
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Maria Vessel in Brick
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 contempor...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Radicchio Handpainted Ceramic Tray Made in Italy
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
This stunning colelction is totally handmade and hanpainted in Italy.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Large Unique Janine Janet Ceramics Sculpture of a Rooster, Hand Painted, 1950s
By Janine Janet, Illums Bolighus
Located in Odense, DK
A large unique faience figure in the shape of a rooster. Handmade by the artist Janine Janet in the 1950s. Decorated with cream coloured glaze as well as greyish brown glazed feather...
Category
1950s French Vintage Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Contemporary Earthenware Large Bowl with Interpretation of Traditional Creamware
By Faye Toogood
Located in London, GB
Indigo Storm, 1882 Ltd. with Faye Toogood. Faye Toogood’s range of ceramic designs for 1882 Ltd. celebrates the accidental beauty of natural imperfec...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Fine Bone China Mug with Organic Shapes and Delicate Green Colours
By Deborah M. Allen
Located in London, GB
Jenny Green, 1882 Ltd. with Deborah M Allen. Californian-based artist Deborah M Allen’s love of the water has always influenced her work, which often includes references to carved landscapes and the unexpected organic shapes and colours we prize in nature. The result? Gorgeous contemplations of space, fluidity and light. This collection of fine bone china showcases...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Contemporary Earthenware Espresso Cup with Classic Tones of English Delftware
By Faye Toogood
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
Contemporary Sculptural Stoneware Ceramic Art Modder Beauty by Françoise Jeffrey
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Each of Françoise Jeffrey's ceramic pieces is hand made, coil built, organically shaped and unique in their own way, thus creating a basic and timeless design. Perfectly imperfect, i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Dutch Contemporary Sculptural Ceramic Art Modder Calmness by Françoise Jeffrey
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Each of Françoise Jeffrey's ceramic pieces is hand made, coil built, organically shaped and unique in their own way, thus creating a basic and timeless design. Perfectly imperfect, i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Mini Aniela / Ecru / Orange / Circus Incense Holder by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
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
Dutch Contemporary Sculptural Ceramic Art Modder Happy Tail by Françoise Jeffrey
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Each of Françoise Jeffrey's ceramic pieces is hand made, coil built, organically shaped and unique in their own way, thus creating a basic and timeless design. Perfectly imperfect, i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Contemporary Sculptural Ceramic Art Modder Brave Little Sis by Françoise Jeffrey
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Each of Françoise Jeffrey's ceramic pieces is hand made, coil built, organically shaped and unique in their own way, thus creating a basic and timeless design. Perfectly imperfect, i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Dutch Contemporary Sculptural Ceramic Art Modder Nurture by Françoise Jeffrey
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Each of Françoise Jeffrey's ceramic pieces is hand made, coil built, organically shaped and unique in their own way, thus creating a basic and timeless design. Perfectly imperfect, i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Dutch Contemporary Sculptural Ceramic Art Modder Embracing by Françoise Jeffrey
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Each of Françoise Jeffrey's ceramic pieces is hand made, coil built, organically shaped and unique in their own way, thus creating a basic and timeless design. Perfectly imperfect, i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Dutch Contemporary Sculptural Ceramic Art Modder Emotional by Françoise Jeffrey
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Each of Françoise Jeffrey's ceramic pieces is hand made, coil built, organically shaped and unique in their own way, thus creating a basic and timeless design. Perfectly imperfect, i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Dutch Contemporary Sculptural Ceramic Art Modder in Touch by Françoise Jeffrey
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Each of Françoise Jeffrey's ceramic pieces is hand made, coil built, organically shaped and unique in their own way, thus creating a basic and timeless design. Perfectly imperfect, i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Contemporary Sculptural Ceramic Art Modder Doing Her Thing by Françoise Jeffrey
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Each of Françoise Jeffrey's ceramic pieces is hand made, coil built, organically shaped and unique in their own way, thus creating a basic and timeless design. Perfectly imperfect, i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
UCHO Mug / Orange by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
Funny, capacious, and handy – that's what UCHO is all about, the first mug in the OKO Family that begins a new chapter in the brand's history. The mug has a sturdy handle shaped like...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Ceramics
Materials
Clay
Set of 2 UCHO Mug / White by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
Funny, capacious, and handy – that's what UCHO is all about, the first mug in the OKO Family that begins a new chapter in the brand's history. The mug has a sturdy handle shaped like...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Ceramics
Materials
Clay
Set of 2 UCHO Mug / Orange by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
Funny, capacious, and handy – that's what UCHO is all about, the first mug in the OKO Family that begins a new chapter in the brand's history. The mug has a sturdy handle shaped like...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Ceramics
Materials
Clay
Basilico Model Teapot by Ettore Sottsass for Alessio Sarri Editions
Located in Milan, Italy
Basilico is one of the teapots from the "The Indian Memory" collection designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1987 and now re-edited by Alessio Sarri.
All the pieces in the collection are s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Set of 2 WIT Mug / Red by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
The WIT cup is a multifunctional vessel with a playful stem. It can become your favorite coffee cup, a dessert bowl, a container for pens, or other favorite accessories. WIT chalices...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Ceramics
Materials
Clay
Set of 2 WIT Mug / Candy / Ecru by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
Set of two WIT cup Candy and Ecru.
The WIT cup is a multifunctional vessel with a playful stem. It can become your favorite coffee cup, a dessert bowl, a container for pens, or othe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Ceramics
Materials
Clay
Set of 2 WIT Mug / Candy / Denim by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
Set of two WIT cup Candy and Denim.
The WIT cup is a multifunctional vessel with a playful stem. It can become your favorite coffee cup, a dessert bowl, a container for pens, or oth...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Ceramics
Materials
Clay
Set of 2 WIT Mug / Candy pink by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
Set of two WIT cup Candy.
The WIT cup is a multifunctional vessel with a playful stem. It can become your favorite coffee cup, a dessert bowl, a container for pens, or other favori...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Ceramics
Materials
Clay
WIT Mug / Orange by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
The WIT cup is a multifunctional vessel with a playful stem. It can become your favorite coffee cup, a dessert bowl, a container for pens, or other favorite accessories. WIT chalices...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Ceramics
Materials
Clay
Gradient Blue 3D Printed Ceramic Tecla Vase Italy Contemporary 21st Century
By Lea Studios
Located in Zero Branco, TV
The designs of the Tecla Collection are characterized by a gear pattern that changes the width as it adapts along the organic shapes of the object. This creates a sturdy product with...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
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 shapes by hand to create sim...
Category
2010s French Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
Ceramic plate by Roger Capron, France, 1960's
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Ceramic plate by Roger Capron, signed, 1960's
Category
1960s French Vintage Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Mini Aniela / Kobalt / Circus Incense Holder by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
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
Gabbianelli Walt Disney
Located in Lugo, IT
Three bowls with saucer and pitcher attributed to a Gabbianelli production.
Good conditions.
Thank you
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
higashi III
By Riggio
Located in London, GB
A bone china vessel with hand painted underglaze decoration by London artist Christopher Riggio
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
UCHO Mug / Choco brown by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
Funny, capacious, and handy – that's what UCHO is all about, the first mug in the OKO Family that begins a new chapter in the brand's history. The mug has a sturdy handle shaped like...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Ceramics
Materials
Clay
WIT Mug / Plum by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
The WIT cup is a multifunctional vessel with a playful stem. It can become your favorite coffee cup, a dessert bowl, a container for pens, or other favorite accessories. WIT chalices...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Ceramics
Materials
Clay
Pastille box I
By Riggio
Located in London, GB
A bone china lidded vessel with hand painted underglaze decoration by London artist Christopher Riggio
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
higashi VI
By Riggio
Located in London, GB
A bone china vessel with hand painted underglaze decoration by London artist Christopher Riggio
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
higashi II
By Riggio
Located in London, GB
A bone china vessel with hand painted underglaze decoration by London artist Christopher Riggio
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Spatial Concept V
By Riggio
Located in London, GB
a porcelain vessel on a glazed and gilded ceramic plinth by London artist Christopher Riggio
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Ceramics
Materials
Gold Leaf
higashi IV
By Riggio
Located in London, GB
A bone china vessel with hand painted underglaze decoration by London artist Christopher Riggio
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Spatial Concept IV
By Riggio
Located in London, GB
a pair of thrown porcelain vessels on a glazed and gilded ceramic plinth by London artist Christopher Riggio
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Ceramics
Materials
Gold Leaf
WIT Mug / Orange / Ecru by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
The WIT cup is a multifunctional vessel with a playful stem. It can become your favorite coffee cup, a dessert bowl, a container for pens, or other favorite accessories. WIT chalices...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Ceramics
Materials
Clay
Spatial Concept III
By Riggio
Located in London, GB
two thrown porcelain vessels on a glazed and gilded ceramic plinth by London artist Christopher Riggio
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Ceramics
Materials
Gold Leaf
Spatial Concept II
By Riggio
Located in London, GB
two thrown porcelain vessels on a glazed and gilded ceramic plinth by artist Christopher Riggio
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Ceramics
Materials
Gold Leaf
Spatial Concept I
By Riggio
Located in London, GB
A thrown porcelain vessel on a glazed and gilded ceramic plinth by artist Christopher Riggio
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Ceramics
Materials
Gold Leaf
Handapainted Coral ceramic dinner plates
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
handpainted coral ceramic plates
Made in italy, ceramic
A piece of italian craftsmanship on your table
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
WIT Mug / Candy / Ecru by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
The WIT cup is a multifunctional vessel with a playful stem. It can become your favorite coffee cup, a dessert bowl, a container for pens, or other favorite accessories. WIT chalices...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Ceramics
Materials
Clay
Lapislazzuli Model Teapot by Ettore Sottsass for Alessio Sarri Editions
Located in Milan, Italy
Lapislazzuli is one of the teapots from the "The Indian Memory" collection designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1987 and now re-edited by Alessio Sarri.
All the pieces in the collection a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
UCHO Mug / Yellow by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
Funny, capacious, and handy – that's what UCHO is all about, the first mug in the OKO Family that begins a new chapter in the brand's history. The mug has a sturdy handle shaped like...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Ceramics
Materials
Clay
Modern ceramics for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern ceramics 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 ceramics created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, stoneware and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern ceramics made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original ceramics, popular names associated with this style include Monika Patuszynska, Mosche Bianche, Richard A. Hirsch, and LAAB Milano. 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 ceramics differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $20 and tops out at $50,348 while the average work can sell for $614.
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