Chicago - Vases and Vessels

Dated to the 1920s during China's brief Republic Period (1912-1949), these petite oval ginger jars impart a blessing of longevity. An allover glaze of persimmon-orange color cloaks t...

Roger Capron ceramic vase titled Day and Night created in 1970 with Jean Derval. This form was often also created as a lamp. The vase is much more rare and a similar vase is pictured...

Cloaked inside and out with a glossy black glaze, this antique Chinese pickling pot was originally used for fermenting rice or sorghum into vinegar. The dark glaze sheets down the si...

Rustic and unusual, this sculptural Chinese teapot dates to the late Qing dynasty and is crafted of wooden staves bound with twisted metal wire. Likely used for pouring water, the ve...

A striking vintage Casa Grandes pottery vase with a large belly, narrow neck, and wide lip, and decorated with black geometric patterns repeated around t...

The now iconic bronze coupe vase from the Rick Owens bronze relic collection. This is shown in the nitrate patina. Each piece is handmade and hand patinated so there is always a slig...

The iconic bronze Evase vase from the Rick Owens bronze relic collection. This is shown in the nitrate patina. Each bronze is handcrafted in France...

A pair of 19th century Chinese blue and white vases each hand-painted with various scholar's objects including vases filled with chrysanthemums, and flanked by pairs of incense burne...

This round, porcelain ginger jar is brightly glazed in the blue-and-white manner. A combination of stenciled linework and hand-brushed shading, the jar is decorated with garden scene...

The contemporary Czech glass Stella large vase, from a single stem to a beautiful bouquet, the Stella vases highlight any flower arrangement they co...

This antique Chinese porcelain vase from the mid-19th century is hand-painted in the blue-and-white manner with an idyllic mountain landscape. Attributed to the imperial kilns of Jin...

This round, porcelain ginger jar is brightly glazed in the blue-and-white manner. A combination of stenciled linework and hand-brushed shading, the sides and lid are enlivened with a...

Described in ancient Chinese texts as the “moon dyed with spring water,” celadon ceramics are prized for their well-proportioned forms and luminous blue-green glazes. This vintage ce...

Pair of colorful Chinese cloisonné vases with green and blues being the primary colors. Both have floral background designs. One vase features chrysanthemums and the other red headed...

Dated to the 1920s during China's brief Republic Period (1912-1949), these petite oval ginger jars is a colorful example of Chinese famille rose porcelain. Contrasted by a persimmon-...

The Mangbetu people focused on highly realistic art forms. Two aspects of the tribe's traditional culture can be seen in this handled jug—the allusion to tall coiffured hair, and the...

An incredible early 20th century Makenge hand-built ceramic palm wine pot with a graceful shape including a narrow neck and a wide belly. The pot is covered ...

During the 18th century, Europeans provided an eager market for Chinese export porcelain, especially the colorful and fanciful ware known as “famille rose.” Named for a palette of op...

This large ceramic jar is a vintage Chinese wine vessel from the early 20th century, originally used for aging wine and spirits made from rice, bar...

This impressive glazed vessel dates to the mid-19th century and was used to store wine and spirits made from rice and other grains. Shaped by hand in Jincheng, Shanxi, the large jar ...

A fantastic mid-20th century Italian handwoven porcelain sculpture constructed in a vase form of thinly hand-applied strips of porcelain, and then finished in a white glaze.

This tall, transparent Windsor vase was designed by J.G Durand for the French manufacturer Luminarc during the 1970s. Made of cut pressed glass Verrerie d'Arques, this solid piece is...

Impressive Venini hand blown “Labuan” cased glass vase in Aquamarine exterior and White interior. This is the large edition of the Venini Labuan line, 10.5” diameter annd 15” tall. ...

This exquisite set of four mid-20th century Dutch Delft vases showcases the timeless beauty of blue and white pottery. Each vase features a graceful silhouette with wide lips, long n...

Beautiful in its imperfection, this earthenware jar from Yunnan province is an offering vessel, or spirit jar, originally filled with ritual offerings such as coins, shells, flowers ...

This 19th-century Chinese rain pot was sculpted by hand with impressive scale and wabi-sabi texture. Ceramic vessels of this scale had various uses in Chinese culture, used as fish p...

This impressive glazed vessel dates to the mid-19th century and was used to store condiments or pickles in a Qing-dynasty kitchen. Shaped by hand, the large jar has an elegant, taper...

This shallow bronze bowl is an open fire cooking vessel known as urli, used throughout southern India for preparing ayurvedic medicines and cooking large quantities of food for gathe...

With monumental scale and beautiful, hand-carved details, this remarkable red lacquer hibachi is a true work of art. Designed to hold glowing embers, hibachi vessels such as this were used for cooking or as a source of heat in Japanese homes. Placed under a low wood kotatsu table...

Hand-painted in cobalt blue atop a cool white field, this petite tea leaf jar beautifully exemplifies the timeless allure of Chinese blue-and-white porcelain. The small jar dates to ...

This late 19th century covered jar takes its rounded shape from serving tureens used to serve soups and stews. Contrasted by a crisp white field, the lid and sides are decorated with a lively scene of children at play in a courtyard garden. Accompanied by a man and woman, the children are each playing with a different toy, including a kite, a reed organ...

During the 18th century, Europeans provided an eager market for Chinese export porcelain, especially the colorful and fanciful ware known as “famille rose.” Named for a palette of op...

A mixture of finely powdered tobacco, herbs, and spices, snuff was introduced to China in the 17th century by Western diplomats. Initially reserved for ranking members of Qing-dynasty society, the practice provided an opportunity to display one's refined aesthetic through collectible snuff bottles. This decorative snuff bottle has a simple ceramic form and a colorful finish of overglaze enamels atop white glaze. The bottle has an oval shape, with flattened sides and rounded edges. The shoulders are accented with a door knocker motif and the sides are painted with birds amid plum blossom...

Images of shizi, a lion-dog symbol of power and strength of character, cavort among the stylized clouds of heaven on this hand-painted covered jar. Original...

Sculpted during the early 20th century in China's Shanxi province, this clay vessel has a smoky grey exterior with balanced proportions and a beautifully irregular unglazed surface. ...

This early 20th-century English Arts & Crafts copper vessel leans closer to object than accessory—its surface relentlessly stamped in a crocodile pattern that feels almost confro...

Karl Springer Scavo Murano Glass Vessel by Seguso, 1980s This large-scale hand-blown glass vase was created in Murano, Italy, by Seguso for American designer Karl Springer in the 19...

This antique Chinese jar from the early 20th century is cloaked inside and out with a beautiful drip glaze of warm brown color and irregular strea...

The eroded surface of this petite, Ming-dynasty medicine jar tells a story of trade, tradition and lost treasure. A matte texture and traces of marine life suggest the jar spent many...

This grand terracotta fish pond is cloaked in a beautiful, blue glaze with tonal variation from dark cobalt to pale grey to bright, robin's egg blue. Firing marks add intrigue to the...

This vintage stoneware pot is decorated with a charming design of twin celestial dragons. Applied with white clay slip and cloaked in sheer brown glaze for a golden-yellow finish, th...

Black Murano cased glass vase with a white glass rolled lip and white controlled bubble pattern.

Produced in the 40s by McCoy Pottery, this set of two ceramic vases serves as both classic decorative art and functional pieces for any home. Adorn any shelf or table with a solitary...

A phenomenal pair of early 20th century French cast bronze Roman-style urns with volute handles decorated with goose heads, and a frieze in low-relief depic...

This Late Victorian English Arts & Crafts Royal Doulton Lambeth stoneware amphora by Frank A. Butler was done in Pattern no. 960. This twin-handled vessel is decorated with a mottled...

A gorgeous ancient vessel carved from one piece of marble with subtle pink veins running throughout. Perfect for use as a vessel sink in a powder room,...

Empoli Italian glass rose pink decanter with stopper.  

Sweeping blue brushstrokes bring this petite, early 20th-century apothecary jar to life, marking its speckled glaze with a wistful riverside landscape. Once used in an apothecary to ...

Used to store loose leaf tea, this small ceramic jar from the late 19th century is sparsely glazed in the classic blue-and-white manner. Elegant in its simplicity, the humble jar is ...

Antique Japanese Bronze Cloisonné/Champleve Vase Urn This Antique Japanese Bronze Cloisonné/Champleve Vase Urn showcases the timeless artistry of traditional Japanese craftsmanship...

This antique Chinese jar from the early 20th century is cloaked inside and out with a dark brown glaze, shimmering with undertones of blue, red an...

This antique Chinese jar from the early 20th century is cloaked inside and out with a beautiful drip glaze of red-brown color with irregular strea...

Angelo Mangiarotti blue glass vase for Knoll International, Italy, circa 1968 Additional information: Materials:glass Dimensions: 8.25" D × 9" H Condition: Excellent. Free of chips.

A collection of four vintage art glass decanters by Swedish Design Studio Strombergshyttan. Colors include; bold yellow glass, green, blue a...

A luminous blue-green glaze cloaks the exterior of this vintage Chinese garden pot, dripping down the sides with irregular movement and an allover crackle. The sides are molded in th...

Missoni, a clothing brand that is world famous for their colorful textiles, partnered with Arte Vetro Murano a glass blower from Venice Italy world fa...

This low, ceramic planter dates to the late 19th century and was originally used as a small, tabletop fishbowl. The vessel is simply shaped with tapered sides, two ridges along the r...

Described in ancient Chinese texts as the “moon dyed with spring water,” celadon ceramics are prized for their well-proportioned forms and luminous blue-green glazes. This vintage ce...

Sculpted during the early 20th century in China's Shanxi province, this terra cotta vessel has a smoky taupe exterior with balanced proportions and a beautifully irregular unglazed s...

The now iconic bronze duck neck vase from the Rick Owens bronze relic collection. This is shown in the black patina but other patinas are available by order. Each bronze is signed. ...