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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Venini Opalino Large Apple Green Milk White Inside Glass Vase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Satin glass vase, designed and manufactured by Venini, features the same shape of the iconic opalino vase with a frosted finish. Indoor use only. Dimensions: Ø 20 cm, H 42 cm.  
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Glass

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Glass

Alfredo Barbini Rare" Inciso" Murano Glass Bowl/Centerpiece
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very nice technique of hand carved parallel lines in a thick sasso glass shape with a yellow inside and top and bottom shine polished. Similar sample can b...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Glass

Murano Large Art Glass Floor Vase, Unstamped
Located in København, Copenhagen
Murano large art glass floor vase, unstamped. In perfect condition. Measures: 56 cm.
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20th Century Modern Glass

Murano Salviati Bullecante Army Green and Clear Apple Glass Sculpture or Object
Located in North Miami, FL
This vintage Italian Murano Salviati bulbous glass apple sculpture, paperweight or object is a brilliant luscious army and green with tons of bubbles enclosed which is called bullecante. From the 1970s. The stem and leaf...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Blown Glass

1970 Toni Zuccheri VeArt Italian Design Glass Murano Jug Set of 6 Glasses
Located in Brescia, IT
Jug and 6 Glasses Toni Zuccheri VeArt 1970 Rare set of Blow Murano Glass Perfect Condiction jug: h 20 /diam 12 cm glasses: h 15.5 / 7.5 cm
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1970s Vintage Modern Glass

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Murano Glass

Caraffa e cinque bicchieri molati periodo Art Deco Uranium Glass Murano
Located in Lugo, IT
Una caraffa e cinque bicchieri molati. Uranium glass Murano Buone condizioni. Grazie
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1920s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Uranium Glass

Murano Signed Salviati Optical Black and White Matt Glass Object Sculpture 80's
Located in North Miami, FL
This vintage 1980's Murano signed Salviati hand blown matt glass object and or sculpture are black and white abstract stripes of wave with different widths. It is a sculpture and cou...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Blown Glass

Set of Three Modern Murano Glass Goblets, Blue, Red and Amethys
Located in Miami, FL
Set of three modern Murano glass goblets, completely handmade and mouth-blown. This striking set is made of three complementary goblets, one in c...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Glass

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Art Glass

Rare Set, 12 Cenedese Champagne Goblets, Murano Cobalt Glass Gold Accent, Signed
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Extremely rare set of glass goblets. The cup and foot base are in cobalt blue. This style of cup is what was considered a Champagne glass in the 50s and 60s. There is a complex bar...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Glass

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Gold Leaf

fferrone Set of 2 Contemporary Margot Champagne Coupe Glasses Handcrafted Czech
Located in Chicago, IL
Margot champagne coupe, set of two The Margot champagne glass coupe is a contemporary glassware set which is handcrafted without the use of molds, made one by one by master craftsme...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Glass

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Glass

Antonio da Ros Asymetric Murano Glass Sommerso Bowl/Dish, Uranium/Blue
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful uranium Murano glass bowl designed by Antonio Da Ros.
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Glass

Six Playboy glasses Christian Dior/ G.Crespi style
Located in Lugo, IT
Six Playboy glasses Christian Dior style Good condition. Thanks
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Glass

Italian Murano Art Glass Bowl
Located in New York, NY
This is a substantial and gorgeous Italian Murano iridescent art glass bowl with fluted design, circa mid-20th century, Italy. Art glass hue ...
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Mid-20th Century European Modern Glass

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Art Glass, Blown Glass

Pascal Guyot and Bernard Aconito for Biot, France, Unique Art Glass Vase
Located in København, Copenhagen
Pascal Guyot and Bernard Aconito for Biot, France. Unique Art glass vase. Late 20th century. Stamped. Measures: 29 cm. x 15.5 cm.
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Late 20th Century French Modern Glass

Iridescent Blue Bottle Shaped Art Glass Vase with Peacock Feather Trailing
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tall and stylish iridescent blue bottle shaped art glass vase with trailed peacock designs dating from the 20th century. The hand-blown vase is of tall slender shape and is beautiful...
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20th Century British Modern Glass

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Blown Glass

Large Daniel Lotton Pulled Feather Pink and Blue Art Glass Bowl or Vase, 1991
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very large Daniel Lotton art glass bowl or vase. With pulled feather decoration in pink overlay on a blue ground. Simply great craft! Date: 1...
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1990s American Modern Glass

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Art Glass

Contemporary Polpo Octopus Manhattan Hand-Blown Cocktail Glass Bar Elegant Sea
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Contemporary Polpo Manhattan Hand-Blown Cocktail Glass Introducing the Polpo Manhattan Glass, a masterpiece of artistry and craftsmanship by the renowned glass artist Simone Crestani...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Glass

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Glass

Murano Teal Emerald Green Glass Square Bowl with Bullecante Bubbles Vintage
Located in North Miami, FL
This rich color of teal emerald green Italian murano glass square bowl has lots of bubbles inclusive as the technique called Bullecante. It is great ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Blown Glass

Igor Balbi Murano Pauly Venice Pair of Turtoise Murano Glass Goblets
By Pauly & Co., Igor Balbi
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Two collector's goblet. The finesse and details of his pieces are excellent. See the photos. Finish is different. One has a sort of feather patter and has aquamarine light transparency. The other is darker and from outside the cup might look black but against the light shows it's beauty Young Igor Balbi is a world wide known glass artist. He developed his finish and teaches at Corning Museum. Belongs to the new generation of Lume artist, starting from Cesare Toffolo, Lucio Bubacco and Vittorio...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Glass

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Art Glass, Murano Glass

Set of 12 Steuben Wheel Engraved Crystal or Glass Audubon Plates by Sydney Waugh
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of 12 Steuben crystal or glass plates. Designed by Sidney Waugh. With wheel engraved depictions of Audubon's birds. From a series of 21 birds after Audubon...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Glass

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Crystal

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 Glass

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Crystal

Contemporary Hand Blown Alchemica Old Fashioned Glass Liquor Bar Cocktail Bubble
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Introducing the Alchemica Old Fashioned Glass, a remarkable hand-blown creation by the talented Simone Crestani. This exquisite glass is a dist...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Glass

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Glass

RYBKA - Vintage Carved Studio Glass Paperweight - Signed - Circa 2003
Located in Chatham, ON
RYBKA - Vintage carved studio glass paperweight with inclusions - artist signed and dated - circa 2003. Excellent vintage condition - no loss - no damage - no restoration - minor ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Glass

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Art Glass

Chris Buzzini Artist-Proof Orchid Flower and Roots Art Glass Paperweight
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine studio glass paperweight by Chris Buzzini. With a lampwork orchid (including the roots). With a signature cane to the reverse of the ro...
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1990s American Modern Glass

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Art Glass

Contemporary Hand Blown Alchemica Wine Glass Red White Liquor Bar Bubbles Chic
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Introducing the Alchemica Wine Glass, a stunning hand-blown creation by the talented Simone Crestani. This exquisite glass is a standout piece from the innovative Alchemica Collection, where traditional wine drinking is transformed into a delightful art form. The Alchemica Wine Glass draws inspiration from the captivating world of chemical laboratory glassware...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Glass

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Glass

Murano Flacon, 1960s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Murano flacon, 1960s. Hallmarked. In perfect condition. Measures: 12.5 cm.
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

Murano Flacon, 1960s
Murano Flacon, 1960s
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Art Glass Sculpture by Ed Nesteruk
Located in Highland, IN
American artist Ed Nesteruk (b. 1941) is known for his delicate and brilliantly executed sculptures in glass. This piece shaped like a flattened upside-down teardrop in clear glass a...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Glass

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Blown Glass

Moro Mariano Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano Glass Aquarium, 1980s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Aquarium sculpture with 6 tropical fish, algae and seabed entirely handmade in a furnace on the island of Murano with lampwork, solid and submerged glass techniques. mace and aventur...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Murano Glass

Pair of Czech Contemporary May Champagne Coupe Glasses Handmade, in Stock
Located in Chicago, IL
May champagne coupe glasses, set of two A pair of Czech contemporary glass handcrafted is the perfect modern champagne glass. The May Collec...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Glass

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Glass

Orrefors "Crown" Heavy Crystal Bowl
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An interesting heavy crystal bowl by "Orrefors", Sweden. Signed with paper label.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Modern Glass

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Crystal

Steven Lundberg / Lundberg Studios Glass Tiger Lily Pedestal Paperweight
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Lundberg Studios pedastal paperweight. By Steven Lundberg. With an upright tiger lily lampwork flower. Signed and dated at the foot. ...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Glass

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Art Glass

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 Glass

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Crystal

Daniel Salazar Lundberg Studios Cherry Blossom Art Glass Paperweight
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Lundberg Studios paperweight by Daniel Salazar. With a lampwork cherry blossom and 3 small cherry flower buds on a branch. Bearing a Lundbe...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Glass

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Art Glass

Riccio model vase, Venini production, Designer Gae Aulenti
Located in Busnago, IT
Some objects rely on contrast rather than complexity. The 'Riccio' vase by Gae Aulenti for Venini, designed in 2006, exemplifies this approach—merging sculptural form with refined te...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Glass

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Glass

Cocktail or Champagne Coupe Glasses, Set of 3
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful set of three (3) vintage blown glass art glass cocktail or Champagne coupe glasses in Emerald green, chartreuse green and purple/aubergine with...
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Late 20th Century European Modern Glass

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Art Glass, Blown Glass

Carnival Collection Murano Glass Vase by Archimede Seguso for Seguso, 1980's
Located in Vicenza, VI
The vase in question is an elegant piece belonging to the "Carnival" collection of the well-known glassmaker Seguso Murano. The "Carnival" collection was created between 1987 and 198...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Murano Glass

Huge Red Opaline Glass Vase by Carlo Nason Eklettika Vintage Murano Studio Art
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Elegant red opaline glass Vase by Carlo Nason of the "Eklettika" series is a stunning work of art made from high-quality red opaline glass. The vase is large in size, making it a com...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Glass

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Opaline Glass

Murano Venini Style Pair of Mushroom-Shaped Opal Glass Spiral Lamps
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest you read the whole description, because with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. Icon...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Glass

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Murano Glass

Caithness Glass Paperweight Elixir No. 189/500, Scotland Circa 1980s
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a glass paperweight named "Elixir", limited edition 189/500, by Caithness Glass, Scotland, made after 1970 in the last quarter of the 20th Century. This is a very attractiv...
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20th Century Scottish Modern Glass

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Blown Glass

Dreamlike Martini Glass
Located in Jerusalem, IL
Step into the world of refined indulgence with our Martini Glass, a timeless symbol of sophistication and style. Crafted with precision and care, this exquisite vessel is designed to...
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2010s Modern Glass

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Large Green Coloured Glass Vase, Signed by Winnowski, Biot, France, 1990s
Located in Munich, DE
Created and signed by Raymond Winnowski in Biot, France. This artist is know as one of the masters of creative glass blowing, creating bubbles captured in glass. This piece is in per...
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1990s French Modern Glass

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Blown Glass

Tracy Silver-Plated Glass with Round Shape Designed by Kristina Niedderer
Located in Milan, IT
Tracy is a silver-plated metal glass which smooth shape fits the hand perfectly but also allows the glass to stay balanced and stabile on a flat surface despite its rounded shape. Tr...
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2010s European Modern Glass

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Metal, Silver Plate

Stella Decanter in Umber
Located in Richmond, VA
Our in-house collection pairs modern rounded shapes with colors inspired by ancient Venetian glassware resulting in a functional, beautiful piece to be admired and used often. Each v...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Glass

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Blown Glass

1980s Blue Art Glass Bottle Handmade by Staffan Gellerstedt at Studio Glashyttan
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Absolutely beautiful pair 'one of a kind' vases / bottles made by Staffan Gellerstedt in 1988 at Studio Glashyttan in Ahus Sweden. These masterpieces are dated and signed by the arti...
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1980s Swedish Vintage Modern Glass

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Art Glass

Vintage Steuben Art Glass Oval Folded Bowl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage art glass bowl. By Steuben. In a folded oval shape. Simply a great piece of Steuben glass! Date: circa 1980s Overall Condition: It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs, some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age. Maker: Steuben Marks: With an etched Steuben...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Glass

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Art Glass

Nail Varnish, a black & red glass sculpture with platinum by Asa Jungnelius
Located in London, GB
'Nail Varnish' is an oversized sculptural version of its functional counterpart by the Swedish artist Asa Jungnelius for Kosta Boda. Monumental in scale, this hand-blown artwork in b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Modern Glass

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Platinum

Jack in the Pulpit Floral Style Iridescent Art Glass Vase
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Fine vintage Jack in the pulpit iridescent art glass vase, possibly by Heron Glass or Czech and dating from the 20th century. The vase has an amethyst tint and is hand blown with a t...
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20th Century British Modern Glass

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Blown Glass

Murano Glass Centerpiece Organic Shape
Located in Murano, VE
Discover Oculus, a mesmerizing blown glass plate boasting an organic, casual shape. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, each piece is a testament to the artistry of glassmak...
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2010s Italian Modern Glass

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Murano Glass

Hand Blown Glass Contrapposto Cup 3
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Handmade by Jason Bauer and Romina Gonzales Materials: Hand blown glass Dimensions: H 4" x W 3.75" x D 3.75" Surrealist-inspired sunrise sunset cups are hand blown in a kaleidoscop...
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2010s American Modern Glass

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Blown Glass

fferrone Contemporary Decanter with two Wine Glasses
Located in Chicago, IL
Boyd Decanter of the Boyd Collection is well-suited for water or spirits and is an ideal bedside carafe. Inspired by Brutalist architecture that stressed the stark presentation of ma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Glass

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Glass

fferrone Czech Clear Contemporary Fluted Glass Boyd Bedside Carafe with Glass
Located in Chicago, IL
Bedside carafe pitcher with one small glass The clear Czech contemporary boyd glass bedside carafe pitcher with top and small glass is formally strong, yet with delicate details expressed through the lines and inner fluting. Modern yet retro, the bedside water bottle...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Glass

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Glass

fferrone Contemporary set of Six Champagne Coupes
Located in Chicago, IL
May Coupe of the May Collection is a classic champagne glass with a modern silhouette. Designed for and named after Ferrone’s favorite month of the year, when the season transitions ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Glass

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Glass

Tulip Glass Decanter by Aldo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
Decanter made in blown in a mold glass. The Tulip collection is a glassware family by Aldo Cibic, who designed these pieces walking the line between classical and Postmodern design. ...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Glass

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Glass

fferrone Contemporary Czech Glass Margot Decanter and Four Dearborn Wine Glasses
Located in Chicago, IL
Margot Decanter and four Dearborn wine glasses Entirely hand-formed without the use of molds, the contemporary minimal Margot Decanter is an ideal companion to any evening spent e...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Glass

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Glass

Tom Philabaum Art Glass Vase from "Handbuilt" Series, 1987
By Tom Philabaum
Located in Hanover, MA
Art glass vase by Tom Philabaum from his "Handbuilt" series, circa 1987. Tom Philabaum received a B.A. in Art and Education from Southern Illinois University in 1969, and then joined the innovative Glass Program at the University of Wisconsin studying under Harvey Littleton. He completed a Master’s degree in 1973 before moving to Tucson, where he built his own glass-blowing studio, and earned an M.F.A. in ceramics from the University of Arizona. He has been a working artist since that time, as well as starting Philabaum Glass Gallery in 1982, where he has curated exhibitions ever since. Handbuilt Series 1987 – 2007 This series was born out of Tom’s long...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Glass

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Art Glass

fferrone Set of 2 Czech Contemporary May Champagne Flute Glasses Handmade
Located in Chicago, IL
May champagne flute glasses, set of two A pair of Czech contemporary glass handcrafted is the perfect modern champagne glass. The May collection i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Glass

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Glass

Contemporary Vanità Hand Blown Sculptured Glass Gold Ant Decorative Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Introducing the Hand-Blown Glass Flute "Vanità #05" from the Façon De Venice Collection by Simone Crestani, a masterful blend of artistry and symbolism. This exquisite flute is craft...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Glass

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Blown Glass

Tall Vintage Amber Vase, Italian, Art Glass, Flower Sleeve, Decorative, C.1970
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a tall vintage amber vase. An Italian, art glass flower sleeve with decorative pattern, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1970. Striki...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Glass

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Art Glass

Italian Venetian Multicolor Murano Glass Goblet with Morise 1980s Handcrafted
Located in Villaverla, IT
Italian Venetian Multicolor Murano glass goblet with Morise 1980s Handcrafted. This unique Venetian goblet is a refined piece of art that stands ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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

fferrone Contemporary Cocktail Carafe with Large and Medium Finger Bowls
Located in Chicago, IL
Inspired by a trip to the healing hot springs of an onsen in Bessho, Japan, the Bessho Collection is an exploration by Ferrone that challenges handcraft techniques by creating a ribb...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Glass

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Glass

Modern glass for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern glass 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 glass created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with glass, blown glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern glass made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Czech Republic pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original glass, popular names associated with this style include Felicia Ferrone, La Murrina, Venini, and Roberto Beltrami. 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 glass differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $17 and tops out at $64,314 while the average work can sell for $939.

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