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Modern Glass

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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Fulvio Bianconi for Venini, Murano Glass Bottle / Decanter, Signed, Label
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an original bottle without stopper, by the well known designer Fulvio Bianconi, has 3 acid marks and on top original foil label as shown in pictures.
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1950s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Glass

Set of 2 Vintage Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. 'Thumbprint' Wine Glasses
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of signed drinking glasses. By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. In the 'Thumbprint' pattern. Marked to the base for Elsa Peretti / Tiffany & Co. Simply a wonderful set o...
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20th Century Spanish Modern Glass

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Glass

Gino Cenedese, Important Scavo Work Murano Glass Vase, Martinuzzi Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great sample of the Master blower. Gino Cenedese Murano glass work of art vase . This is a superb work in scale glass also in the style of an other master blower Napoleone Martinuzzi.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Glass

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Murano Glass

Pair of English Antique Glass Ship Decanters with Stoppers
Located in London, GB
Pair of English antique glass ship decanters with stoppers. English, Early 20th Century Measures: Height 24cm, diameter 18cm A pair of very Fine English antique...
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Early 20th Century English Modern Glass

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Glass

12 Venetian Goblets w/ White Cane Twist Stems & Gold Inclusions
Located in Great Barrington, MA
A lovely set of 12 hand blown tall and elegant wine goblets. The bowl and foot are embellished with gold leaf and the tall stems are composed of white twisted canes which are a subtl...
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1950s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Glass

Venini Opalino Large Horizon 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. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Glass

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Glass

Round Fruit Platter
Located in Milan, IT
Made from silver, this large round platter is perfect for holding fruit, due to the material's antibacterial and antimicrobial properties. It features an intricately chiseled, thick,...
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2010s Italian Modern Glass

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Silver

French Veuve Clicquot Champagne Brut Glass
Located in Chula Vista, CA
French Veuve Clicquot Champagne Brut Acrylic Glass Flute 8.25 H x 3 diameter Preowned Condition Refer to images
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Glass

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Acrylic

Set of Four English Engraved and Cut Glass Ship's Decanters
Located in London, GB
Set of four English engraved and cut glass ship's decanters. English, Early 20th century. Measures: Height 24cm, diameter 18cm. In a set of two closely matching pairs, these charming glass decanters are wonderful antique pieces with which to store and serve spirits and liqueurs, having been crafted in the early part of the twentieth century in England. Two of them are engraved 'Outward Bound...
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Early 20th Century English Modern Glass

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Glass

Contemporary Leggerezza Octopus Hand-Blown Glass Sculptural Flute Gold leaf #05
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
"Contemporary Leggerezza Hand-Blown Glass Sculptural Flute Gold leaf #05" by Simone Crestani Introducing the exquisite Hand-Blown Glass Flute "Leggerezza #05" from the Façon De Veni...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

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

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

Scandinavian Modernist Faceted Translucent Glass Bowl Signed Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
This refined modernist bowl was realized in Sweden by the renowned maker Orrefors. It features an octagonal mouth and undulating curved faceted sides in translucent glass...
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20th Century Swedish Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Venini Opalino Large White 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. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Tomaso Buzzi Venini Venetian Large Tall Peach & Aventurine Art Glass Vase
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stunning and large Venetian Murano art glass vase in peach colored translucent overlaid glass with gold aventurine inclusions made by...
Category

1990s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Caithness Glass Ascension Paperweight by Alastair Macintosh Scotland, Ca 1980
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a beautiful Caithness glass paperweight named "Ascension", designed by Alastair Macintosh and dating to the last quarter of the 20th century. The paperweight has a cone, egg shaped form, having colours including blue swirl with orange net to the centre and medium bubble and smaller controlled bubbles, making a very distinctive design. The Caithness Glass Company began making paperweights circa 1962 Paul Ysart,Colin Terriss,Alistair Macintosh,Margot Thomson Inns Burn where some of Caithness makers designers of Caithness glass paperweights. The makers mark is etched to the base with CAITHNESS ASCENSION SCOTLAND and a scratched edition number alongside as per the images. This paperweight weighs about 500 gram. Caithness glass The company was founded in 1961 by Robin Sinclair and initially only made bowls, vases and drinking glasses. After Paul Ysart joined the company a year later, that paved the weigh for Paperweight production, with regular factory production starting in the late 1960s. In 1974 the first millefiori and lampwork paperweights...
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20th Century Scottish Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Submerged Murano Glass Sculpture by Antonio Da Ros for CENEDESE, 1960s
Located in Vicenza, VI
Work of the designer Antonio Da Ros for the CENEDESE glassworks, made of Murano glass through the submerged glass cabinet, datable to the 1960s. The work is part of the collection d...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Murano Glass

Eight Murano Stackable Glass Vases for Venini
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Eight stackable glass vases attributed to Timo Sarpaneva for Venini. Each glass vase measures about 6.5" high and 5" diameter.  
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Venini Opalino Large Indigo 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. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

fferrone Contemporary Czech Glass Boyd Decanter with Six Flight Liqueur Glasses
Located in Chicago, IL
Boyd Decanter with six flight Liqueur glasses The clear Czech contemporary boyd decanter is formally strong, yet with delicate details expressed through the lines and inner fluting. Modern yet retro, the decanter is a timeless design you that works with many interior design styles. This clear glass decanter is good for water, cocktails, and juice. It is good for both everyday and special occasions. These liqueur glasses can be used used to serve after-dinner liqueurs. These original glasses are an original choice for design lovers. A collection fully in character with f f e r r o n e design aesthetics and inspired by the architecture of her hometown of Chicago, the Flight collection was inspired by the towers of Marina City...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Archimede Seguso, Murano Glass/Gold, Rare Vase "Three Element" Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an amazing and rare murano glass and gold ribbed vase, Title Three Element" signed Seguso, made for Vetreria Seguso. This piece was made in the 1950s. probably 1954.
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1950s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass, Glass

1980s Modern Black and White Murano Glass Figure of a Mexican
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This glass figure of a Mexican is a striking piece of artistry, combining the traditional craftsmanship of Murano glassmaking with a modern aesthetic and cultural representation. The...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Art Glass Twist Sculpture by Maslach
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful art glass twist sculpture by Steven Maslach, circa 1987. The piece is in very good condition with no chips or cracks, measures 3.75"D x 10.5"...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Murano Glass Vase by Emmanuel Babled for Venini, 1996
Located in Milano, IT
Rare and wonderful Murano glass vase by Emmanuel Babled for Venini of 1996. Emmanuel Babled's rare vase is a prototype and it's a real work of art. It has been realized with a set ...
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1990s Italian Modern Glass

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Murano Glass

V. Nason Battuto Cut Blue Murano Glass Vase, circa 1980s-1990s
Located in New York, NY
V. Nason Battuto cut blue Murano glass vase made circa 1980s-1990s. This piece retains its original label and is signed on bottom. The vase's overall measurements are 16.25" H x 4" W...
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20th Century Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

New Light, 2 Australian Art Glass Sculpture Panels by Kirstie Rea, 2004
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Australian art glass sculpture by Kirstie Rea. Entitled 'New Light'. 2 Kiln formed and wheel cut glass panels. Bearing an etched signature ...
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Early 2000s Australian Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Glass Ball Sphere with Bubble Design
Located in New York, NY
A round transparent glass ball sphere with bubble design. Sphere has flat bottom for stability. Piece can make a great decorative object for a shelf, cocktail table, credenza, etc. N...
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Modern Italian Murano Barovier Toso Art Glass Vase
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful attributed to Barovier e Toso, small and substantial Modern Italian Murano art glass vase with a controlled bubble design and a pink 'Ombre' coloring with shimmering g...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass

Contemporary 'Prezioso Tris' Gold Leafed Hand Blown Glass Goblets and Ewer Deco
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Introducing the stunning Contemporary 'Prezioso Tris' Gold Leafed Hand Blown Glass Goblets and Ewer, a breathtaking set by the acclaimed Italia...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Amélie Handcrafted Little Glasses, Handmade in Italy 2021, Choose Size/Colours
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This wonderful collection encourages to participate in the process of combining small pleasures into a significant whole by regarding details as both minute and essential. Our artist...
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2010s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Salviati Murano Italian Trailed Design Black & White Art Glass Vase, 1997
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish Italian art glass vase of tall oval cylindrical shape made by Salviati on the Island of Murano and dated 1997. Started in 1859 by Antonio Salviati the company is renow...
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1990s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Murano Glass Vase Lino Tagliapietra & Angelin Effetre International, Italy, 1986
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A beautiful Italian glass vase from the 'Istria series' by Lino Tagliapietra and Marina Angelin for Effetre International, Murano, 1986. It is made of hand blown glass composed of bl...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

SignedGiuliano Tosi Set of Three Cobalt Blue Murano Glass Candelsticks
Located in Roma, IT
A set of three hand blown curves Cobalt Blue glass cased in clear glass. Murano glass candlesticks designed by Giuliano Tosi for Oggetti in the 1980s. All three candle sticks are sig...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

Materials

Metal

Murano Italian Ribbon Trailed Hand-Blown Art Glass Jug
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very finely made Murano Venetian hand-blown glass ribbon pattern jug dating from the latter 20th century. The jug with a rounded onion shaped body has recessed rough pontil mark wi...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Murano 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

Materials

Blown Glass

Antonio da Ros Murano Glass Sommerso Vase for Cenedese
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful sommerso glass with a very traditional bubble design by Antonio da Ros.
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Duiske Irish Hand Cut Glassware Set
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING A LOVELY (almost Vintage) Duiske Irish Hand Cut Glassware Set. ALL made by the ‘Duiske Glass Company’ in Co. Kilkenny in Ireland, circa 1980...
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20th Century Irish Modern Glass

Materials

Cut Glass

Set of Twelve Textured Translucent Crystal Wine/ Water Glasses by Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This stunning set of twelve wine/ water glasses were realized by the fabled American company Tiffany & Co. They feature circular bases; cylindrical stems (that flare slightly at thei...
Category

20th Century American Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Livio Seguso Murano Ribbed Textural LInes of Gray White Black Glass Bowl Vintage
Located in North Miami, FL
This stunning large almond shaped Italian Murano hand blown glass bowl by Livio Seguso for Rosenthal Studio LIne Germany is from the 80's. It has gradients of the colors of gray, black, light gray, white and clear. The outside is textural with ribbed glass blown lines of black gay...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Blown Glass

Modernist Sculpture 'Dodecagonal Helicoid' in Caste Acrylic by Norman Mercer
Located in New York, NY
This stunning modernist polychromatic caste acrylic abstract sculpture was realized by the esteemed artist Norman Mercer in the United States circa 1990. It features a volumetric cyl...
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1990s American Modern Glass

Materials

Acrylic

1980's Modern Black Glass Serving Plate
Located in San Carlos, CA
✨ Elevate Your Decor with Elegance: Signed Black Art Glass Plate ✨ Make a bold statement in your living space with this striking black art glass plate featuring a mesmerizing relief...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

fferrone Set of 2 Handcrafted Czech Clear Contemporary Rila Medium Glasses
Located in Chicago, IL
Rila medium glasses, set of two. Inspired by the Rila Monestary, the clear Czech contemporary Rila collection is a series of glassware ideal for beverages from wine and water to martinis and other beverages. Modern and strikingly simple in form, the Rila medium glass will heighten the atmosphere of any event. With an innovative use of materials, the collection is made with the finest quality borosilicate glass and without the use of molds. A Modern yet retro glassware...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Incise Glass Bottle in Violet by Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A multitude of shapes and colours. Every bottle has its own, chosen with care by Paolo Venini in 1956. Skilfully etched to conceal their imaginary content, they pique the curiosity o...
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20th Century Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Steuben Koala Bear Figurine or Sculpture Model No. 8268 by Lloyd Atkins 1971
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine art glass koala bear figurine or sculpture. By Steuben. Model no. 8268. Designed by Lloyd Atkins. Simply a wonderful koala figurine from Steuben! Date: Mid-20th Century 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 Pattern: Model no. 8268 Marks: With an etched Steuben...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

fferrone Contemporary Czech Glass Cocktail Set with Six Liqueur Glasses
Located in Chicago, IL
The contemporary Czech glass minimal Revolution collection set includes a cocktail mixer carafe, strainer, stir stick, and six double-ended Liqueur glasses....
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Glass

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Glass

Simon Moore English Hand Blown Green Art Glass Vase, Circa 1989
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish modern English hand blown art glass vase by renowned glass maker Simon Moore (b.1959) dating from around 1989. Simon Moore has a had highly successful career since gra...
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1980s English Vintage Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Set of Four Rare Rosenthal Studio-Line Champagne Flutes by Michael Boehm
Located in New York, NY
These gorgeous special edition handblown glass flutes are designed by Michael Boehm for Rosenthal. They are a modernist stylized abstract design and very...
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Late 20th Century German Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Contemporary Hand Blown Glass Goblet 'Prezioso #04' Fish Spine Bone Gold Jar
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Hand-blown glass Covered goblet "Prezioso #04" from Façon De Venice Collection by Simone Crestani. Covered goblet, colorless mold-blown glass, gold leafed fish scale handle and stem...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

fferrone Contemporary Czech Glass Boyd Decanter with Four Small Boyd Glasses
Located in Chicago, IL
The contemporary Czech glass boyd Decanter with four small Boyd glasses 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

Materials

Glass

Murano Alessandro Mandruzzato Faceted Geode Red Glass Bowl or Caviar Bowl
Located in North Miami, FL
This gorgeous large Italian Murano vintage Alessandro Mandruzzato diamond faceted flat cut polished Sommerso geode bowl is great for serving caviar...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Snöljus Snowlight White Art Glass Vase by Ingegerd Råman for Orrefors
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine art glass vase by Orrefors. Entitled Snöljus or Snowlight. Designed by Ingegerd Råman. Together with its Orrefors box. Bearing an etched signature to the base: Orrefors. ...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Modern Glass

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Art Glass

Modern Set of Six Goblets Crystal Handblown Sofina Boutique Kitzbühel
Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol
Set of six tumbler hand blown crystal. The glasses are hand-engraved with a modern decor all around. The glasses come in six charming colors yellow, turquoise, blue, green, amethyst ...
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2010s German Modern Glass

Materials

Crystal

Simon Moore English Hand Blown Blue Art Glass Vase Dated 1989
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish modern English hand blown art glass vase by renowned glass maker Simon Moore (b.1959) dated 1989. Simon Moore has a had highly successful career since graduation in 19...
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1980s English Vintage Modern Glass

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Blown Glass

Four Italian Red Millefiori Cased Glass Paperweights
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Four Italian Murano red millefiori cased glass paperweights. From left to right they measure 1.) 2.75" wide, 2.75" deep and2.5" high 2.) 2.5" wide, 2.5" deep and 2.25" high. 3.) 2.5"...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Art Glass

Kosta Boda Large Cat Walk Glass Vases by Kjell Engman Sweden
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A pair of large handcrafted decorative handblown glass vases titled "Cat Walk" depicting a fashion model walking down the cat walk during a fashion show . Etched signature of the art...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Modern Glass

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Blown Glass

Murano Decorative Obelisk by Seguso
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Beautiful obelisk, handmade in Italy, by Seguso, Murano. Quite tall-16". Unusual color-light purple that changes with light. Polished pointed top. Nicely cut and polished edges-see p...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Art Glass

Rosenthal Studio-Line Wine Cocktail Glasses
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and chic set of four (4) Rosenthal Studio-Line crystal water, wine or cocktail glasses with white opaque milk glass stem. White stem has an octagonal shape, which is a ni...
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Late 20th Century German Modern Glass

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Crystal

Rosenthal Glass Flower Plate or Charger Designed After Andy Warhol Barware
Located in North Miami, FL
This iconic blown glass flower plate designed after Andy Warhol and produced by Rosenthal is from the 1980s. It came in a few different color waves...
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1980s German Vintage Modern Glass

Materials

Blown 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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