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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Chandelier Rezzonico Style with 24 Lights in Murano Glass and 3D Print
Located in Murano, VE
The Silver Sprout heralds a new era for chandeliers. Entirely hand-blown by our company's glass masters, Wave Murano Glass presents a futuristic twist on this classic Murano art for...
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2010s Italian Modern Glass

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Blown Glass

fferrone Set of 2 Czech Contemporary Tulip Tall Medium Wine Glasses Handmade
Located in Chicago, IL
Tulip tall medium, set of two The Tulip collection was inspired by the small bistro wine glasses found in European bars and cafes. The bowl of the glass sits down into the cylindr...
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2010s Czech Modern Glass

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Glass

fferrone Contemporary Czech Glass Bessho Carafe with Four Sofia Medium Glasses
Located in Chicago, IL
Bessho carafe with four sofia medium glasses Just as the small town is known for the healing properties of its hot springs, so are the evenings we spend with good friends. The con...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Glass

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Glass

fferrone Contemporary Czech Glass Rasori Carafe with Six Rasori Flute Glasses
Located in Chicago, IL
Rasori carafe and six Rasori Champagne Flute glasses As the designer's favorite street in Milan, her home away from home, the clear Czech contemporary Rasori Carafe Pitcher is a p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Glass

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Glass

fferrone Contemporary Czech Glass Rasori Carafe with Six Rasori Mini Glasses
Located in Chicago, IL
Rasori carafe and six Rasori Mini glasses. As the designer's favorite street in Milan, her home away from home, the clear Czech contemporary Rasori Carafe Pitcher is a playful and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Glass

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Glass

Joe Cariati Angelic Glass Bottle Grouping, 2024
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary American glass artist Joe Cariati's Angelic Glass Bottle Grouping, consisting of seven pieces, is quintessentially modern in both function and style, showcasing a purity...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Glass

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Blown Glass

Multi-Color Heavy Murano Glass Sommerso Vase
Located in Troy, MI
Contemporary Murano glass vase in Sommerso style with thick, clear glass casing over rich swirled shades of amethyst, gold and sapphire with gold inclusions. Unknown maker - unsigned.
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2010s Italian Modern Glass

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Murano Glass

Venini Bolle Glass Vase in Pink and White by Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bolle Glass vase series, designed by Tapio Wirkkala and manufactured by Venini, was originally designed in 1966. Iconic masterpieces available in 5 different shapes. Indoor use only....
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Glass

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Glass

Routine Low Carafe in Mouth Blown Glass Designed by Matteo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
Low carafe in mouth blown glass. The routine collection is a glassware family designed by Matteo Cibic, who define it as “an essential collection for a smart daily life”. All the pieces of Routine, including this carafe, are handcrafted and feature a soft plissé motif at the base of the glasses and on the top of the jugs. Fresh and contemporary, this carafe brings elegance in the everyday table...
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2010s Italian Modern Glass

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Blown Glass

Modern Art Glass Lamp And Shade By Jean Luc Gambier
Located in Norwood, NJ
Jean Luc Gambier ( 1948-) signed and dated '06 modern art glass lamp and shade in golden yellows with blues and whites. Jean Luc Gambier studied at the school of glass in Moulins, ...
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Early 2000s French Modern Glass

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Art Glass

Stella Decanter in Papaya
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

Organic Form Glass Sculpture Nils Lou
By Nils Lou
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1932 - 2013. Original artwork. Mr. Lou was a professor, author and potter. This is rare piece of his to come up for sale. Made of handblown glass with a beautiful blue hue, embedded ...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Glass

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Blown Glass

fferrone Czech Contemporary Minimal Dearborn Glass Pitcher Carafe Handmade
Located in Chicago, IL
Dearborn glass pitcher / carafe The handmade Czech contemporary glass carafe / pitcher is perfect for mixing cocktails or even as a water c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Glass

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Glass

Routine High Carafe in Mouth Blown Glass Designed by Matteo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
High carafe in mouth blown glass. The routine collection is a glassware family designed by Matteo Cibic, who define it as “an essential collection for a smart daily life”. All the pi...
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2010s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

fferrone Czech Clear Contemporary Decanter and Eight Liqueur Shot Glass Set
Located in Chicago, IL
Margot Decanter and eight Dearborn Liqueur Shot Mini clear glass set Entirely hand-formed without the use of molds, the contemporary minimal Margot Decanter is an ideal companion to...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

fferrone Contemporary Handcrafted Czech Clear Glass Modern Revolution Carafe
Located in Chicago, IL
Strikingly simple in form, the contemporary minimal Revolution collection is handcrafted in the Czech Republic by master glassblowers, and formed from a pure extrusion of hand blown ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

fferrone Contemporary Minimal Clear Revolution Individual Small Bowl Handmade
Located in Chicago, IL
One revolution small bowl - Qty 1 Strikingly simple in form, the Revolution collection is handcrafted in the Czech Republic by master glassblowers, and formed from a pure extrusion ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech 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

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Glass

"Incamiciato" Italian Art Glass Vase by Tomaso Buzzi
Located in New York, NY
"Incamiciato" Italian Art glass vase by Tomaso Buzzi for Venini. Clear, white and purple. With original label. Signed: Venini Italia '85.
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Art Glass

Monumental Murano Opaline Glass Vase Signed Cenedese
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Huge opaline glass footed vase signed Cenedese. Signed on the underside of the base CENEDESE. Vase measures 20.25" in height, top diameter is 13", bas...
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1950s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Art Glass

fferrone Set of 2 Czech Contemporary Dearborn Medium Collins Glasses Handmade
Located in Chicago, IL
Dearborn medium / collins glasses, set of two A pair of Czech contemporary glass handcrafted is the perfect modern collins or long drink. Perfect for everyday or formal dining settings, modern Dearborn will enrich any occasion. It inverts tradition with intricate detail on the interior of the glass. Made without the use of molds and created with the finest quality fluted Boroscilicate glass, the Dearborn Collection is innovative in its use of materials and is the perfect minimal aesthetic for any table or evening. Each piece is handcrafted by master glassblowers of fluted Boroscilicate glass allowing for thermal resistance for a range of hot and cold applications. The collection is dishwasher safe. Designed by: Felicia Ferrone, 2014 Handcrafted: Czech Republic Material • Boroscilicate glass Type • glassware Size • 385...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Glass

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Glass

Pop Comic Artistic Murano Glass Sculpture
Located in Murano, VE
Turtle sheriff, handmade blown sculpture by Roberto Beltrami. Part of a comic and pop collection in Murano glass, the 'PUPI' are 100% mouth-blown and entirely handmade, offering com...
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2010s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Pop Comic Artistic Murano Glass Sculpture
Pop Comic Artistic Murano Glass Sculpture
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Monumental Daum, Nancy, Vase Soliflore, Art Glass in Brown Nuances
Located in København, Copenhagen
Monumental Daum, Nancy. Vase soliflore, art glass in brown nuances. Signed. 61.5 cm. Tall. In perfect condition.
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20th Century French Modern Glass

Blown Glass Tumbler Set
Located in Richmond, VA
Blown glass tumbler set of two with applied cane decoration. Handmade in USA by Lisa Stover. Exclusive to Casa Shop. Please note: Due to the handmade nature of these tumblers, subtl...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Glass

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Cane, Blown Glass

Incise Glass Bottle in Bronze 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

Vintage Etched Glass Whimsical Man Decanter Bottle Barware
Located in North Miami, FL
This all dressed up whimsical vintage glass man is ready to pour your liquor or water from the decanter. He is stenciled with frosted glass on the decanter...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

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

Materials

Glass

Murano Glass Dish Organic Shape
Located in Murano, VE
The perfect addition to your modern dining experience, Oculus, a minimalist plate with a modern twist. Made from Murano Glass and and available in a range of colors, this plate boasts a rounded, elegant shape that is truly unique. The secret behind the one-of-a-kind shape is the delicate work of our skilled artisan glassblowers. If you're looking to elevate your dining game, look no further than Oculus. Not only is it a statement piece, but it also serves as a functional addition to your table...
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2010s Italian Modern Glass

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Murano Glass, Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

fferrone Set of 2 Czech Clear Contemporary Fluted Boyd Small Low Glasses
Located in Chicago, IL
Fluted Boyd small low glasses, set of two The clear Czech contemporary Boyd Glass collection is formally strong, yet with delicate details expressed through the lines and inner fl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Giampaolo Seguso "Piatto Isola" Murano Art Glass
Located in Astoria, NY
Giampaolo Seguso (Italian, b. 1942) "Piatto Isola" Murano Art Glass Plate, 1993, signed, dated, numbered edition "59 / 99", and inscribed "Murano" to the underside, mounted on gold-t...
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1990s Italian Modern Glass

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Metal

Kosta Boda Attributed Orange Red Sandblasted Glass Sculptural Tabletop Mirror
Located in North Miami, FL
This charming small glass Kosta Boda attributed tabletop mirror in the shape of a cat's ears has the French glass technique of the look of patte de verre but is sandblasted glass. Th...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Modern Glass

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Blown Glass, Mirror

fferrone Pair of Contemporary Handcrafted Czech Glass Clear Modern Vases
Located in Chicago, IL
Large and medium vases - set of two. The set of two contemporary Czech clear glass large with medium Rossi large vases, from a single stem to a beautiful bouquet, the modern and mini...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

fferrone Set of 2 Czech Clear Contemporary Rasori Large Highball Beer Glasses
Located in Chicago, IL
Rasori large highball glasses - set of two. As the designer's favorite street in Milan, her home away from home, the clear Czech contemporary Rasori Large glasses are a playful an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

fferrone Set of 2 Contemporary Minimal Revolution Liqueur/Espresso Glasses
Located in Chicago, IL
Revolution liqueur / espresso, set of two Strikingly simple in form, the Revolution collection is handcrafted in the Czech Republic by master glassblowers, and formed from a pure ...
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2010s Czech Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

fferrone Czech Clear Contemporary Handmade Mixed Carafe Water Pitcher
Located in Chicago, IL
Mixed Carafe With a special technique, the Mixed collection combines two types of glass to create this modern collection. Retro yet contemporary it is perfect for everyday beverages...
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2010s Czech Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Set from Three Glass Carafes from 1930s, in Cabana Style
Located in Vienna, Austria
Set of three glass carafes for destilates from 1930s, made in Czechoslovakia. The carafes are decorated with silver stripes, the green stripes are coloured glass that has been attach...
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1930s Czech Vintage Modern Glass

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Glass

Jena-Glas, Schott & Gen/Mainz, Germany. Three coffee cups with saucers.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Jena-Glas, Schott & Gen/Mainz, Germany. Three coffee cups with saucers. Bauhaus style. Circa 1940s. Marked. Perfect condition. Saucer: Diameter 15.5 cm. Cup: Height 6.0 cm x Diamete...
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1940s German Vintage Modern Glass

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Glass

fferrone Contemporary Czech Glass Clear Modern Large Vase Handcrafted
Located in Chicago, IL
The Contemporary Czech clear glass Rossi large vase, from a single stem to a beautiful bouquet, the modern and minimal Rossi vases highlight any flo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

fferrone Contemporary Handcrafted Czech Republic Clear Glass Bessho Carafe
Located in Chicago, IL
Just as the small town is known for the healing properties of its hot springs, so are the evenings we spend with good friends. The contemporary Bessho collection is elegant in its si...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Anzolo Fuga , large bowl/centerpiece Murano glass for AVEM .
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very nice centerpiece in Murano glass ,opalescent and aventurine glass by the well known Master Anzolo Fuga .
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1950s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Glass, Murano Glass

fferrone Talise Carafe Pitcher and Six Mixed Small Glasses Czech Republic
Located in Chicago, IL
This set includes one Talise Smooth carafe pitcher and six Mixed Small glasses. Finding the beauty in a simple, everyday object is one of the joys of life. Be it left out on your c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Glass

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Glass

Vaso in vetro V Nason - conchiglia - spirale - firma a punta
Located in Lugo, IT
Vaso a forma di conchiglia e spirale bianca di Vincenzo Nason. Firma a punta. Good conditions. Thank you
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Murano Glass

Large Mouth-Blown Murano Vase in Art Glass, 1970s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Large mouth-blown Murano vase in art glass. Multicolored in a modern design. circa 1970s. In perfect condition. Dimensions: H 36.5 x D 14.0 cm.
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Art Glass

Frosted and Etched Numbered Glass Vases Set of 3
Located in North Miami, FL
The numbers abound in small and large format... and are all etched.... They create a random and dimensional pattern of numbers and letters. The three graduated vases will make a gorg...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Gunnel Nyman Glass Vase for Nuutarjavi
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An elegant glass vase by Finnish glass artist Gunnel Nyman for Nuutarjavi. Controlled bubbles, in pink and clear glass. Approx. 8" H.
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1950s Finnish Vintage Modern Glass

Venini, Murano Glass Paperweight / Abstract Sculpture, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Venini paperweight / abstract sculpture with a traditional swirl ribbon design. This is signed and is shown with circle marker in last picture, very faded, but is (Venini I...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Glass

Fragile Structure#3 Norihiko Terayama Berndt Friberg
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
This series is made up of some glass and some ceramic works. These works are highly unique form and looking. Norihiko Terayama created them from damaged vases,coffee cups and so on. ...
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2010s Japanese Modern Glass

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Ceramic

Angelo Mangiarotti, Primavera, Vase, Colle, 1980s
Located in Paris, FR
Angelo Mangiarotti (1921-2012) « Primavera » A crystal vase, the single bent stem on a spreading base. Produced by Colle, Italy. 1980s. Dimensions Height : 21,2 cm (8,35 in.) Wid...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Crystal

Pop Comic Artistic Murano Glass Sculpture Chef Pork
Located in Murano, VE
Chef Pork, a blown glass pop comic figurine created by Roberto Beltrami, in Murano glass. Part of a comic and pop collection in Murano glass, the 'PUPI' are 100% mouth-blown and ent...
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2010s Italian Modern Glass

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Murano Glass

Aldo Nason Handblown Glass Vase with Gold and Silver Foil 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Hand-blown glass vase, multicolor with silver and gold foils, iridized with blue around the mouth, by Aldo Nason for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.), Murano Italy, 1960's. At A.V.E...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Foil

Fontana Arte Glass Tray by Dube, Duilio Barnabe, Abstract Painting, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very nice abstract glass painted tray, by the well-known artist, Duilio Barnabe. Signed "Dube" it measures 14 x 14 square high 1.5.
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1950s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Glass

Murano Signed Venini Turquoise, Sapphire Blue, Orange Green Rare Glass Sculpture
Located in North Miami, FL
This unbelievable rare vintage glass Italian Murano object or sculpture or glass sword has the most gorgeous colors, signed Venini Murano Itlalia". A piece de resistance. It looks even more amazing in person; the color saturation and brilliance is exquisite. The range of colors are: sapphire blue from the middle to the tip turquoise, emerald green, red, amber/orange, black with gold aventurine, white, etc. Most likely one of a kind. It is fantastic! This could be great displayed in a custom lucite box...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Glass

Grande vaso di Toso Murano - Stile Ercole Barovier Pino Signoretto
Located in Lugo, IT
Grande vaso in vetro costolato con decoro di foglia oro sommersa. Firma a punta Toso Murano Ottime condizioni. Grazie
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Murano Glass

Seguso for Oggetti Murano Blue Purple Glass Tall Sculptures Vases Italian 80's
Located in North Miami, FL
These absolutely stunning and arresting Italian vintage Murano glass monumental glass sculptures, vases and or vessels are by Seguso for Ogg...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Blown Glass

Avem Anzolo Fuga style vestro vase silver inclusions
Located in Lugo, IT
Glass vase with inclusions of murano Furnace Good Condition Thank you
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Murano Glass

"Cinese" Large Italian Art Glass Vase by Paolo Venini
Located in New York, NY
"Cinese" large Italian art glass vase by Paolo Venini. Cased glass in clear, white and gray. Signed: Venini Italia 84.
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Glass

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Murano Glass

Large Mdina Glass Charger by Olivia Said
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Large Mdina glass Charger by Olivia Said Date : Dated 06 Origin : Mdina, Malta Bowl Features :Asymetric rim with polychrome swirled glass and control bubbles Marks : Mdina ...
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Early 2000s Maltese Modern Glass

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Art Glass

British Studio Art Glass 'Golden Globe' Sculpture signed by Adam Aaronson, 1997
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Unusual and quirky art glass sculpture signed by British glass artist and maker Adam Aaronson, England, 1997. Elegant and organically formed holding a 'g...
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1990s British Modern Glass

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Gold Leaf

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

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Art Glass

Handmade Tri-Leg Mint or Grey Bowl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Handmade by Jason Bauer and Romina Gonzales Materials: Glass Dimensions: H 8.25" x W 13" x D 12" Inspired by Surrealism, these one of a kind hand blown glass vessels by Jason Bauer...
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2010s American Modern Glass

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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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