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African Nupe terracotta pot / 20th century/Geometric decorative ceramic
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
of pottery. Their pots and vessels, primarily crafted by female potters, are traditionally hand
Category

20th Century Nigerian Other Vases

Materials

Pottery

California Studio Organic Pottery Vessel Brush Pot Vase
By Beatrice Wood
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Studio organic pottery vessel brush pot vase with incised Geometric pattern. A very nice
Category

Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Vases

Materials

Pottery

Asian Motif Incised Ceramic Glazed Single Stem Vessel Pot
Located in Miami, FL
Asian Motif Incised Ceramic Glazed Single Stem Vessel Pot Offered for sale is an attractive
Category

Late 20th Century Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Gigantic Antique Indian Brass and Bronze Water Vessel Lota Pot
Located in Asheville, NC
India water vessel also called a Lota Pot was used to store water in India and local regions. It
Category

Early 20th Century Indian International Style Urns

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Figural Stoneware Vessel by Sylvain Hublet, Ceramic Sculptural Pot
By S. Hublet
Located in Miami, FL
during the early 20th century, this impressive art pottery vessel combines a teapot-inspired silhouette
Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Stoneware

Antique Terracotta Vessel, 19th Century, with Patina, Wabi Sabi, Primitive Pot
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous terracotta vessel with excellent patina and wear. 19th Century Spain.  
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Spanish Primitive Vases

Materials

Terracotta

Laura Donefer Witch Pot Series Contemporary Modernist Blown Glass Vase Vessel wi
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A contemporary modernist blown glass vase or vessel with fibers, stones, and found objects by Laura
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Early 2000s Unknown Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Signed Warren Hullow Glazed Stoneware Pottery Weed Pot Twig Vase Vessel 1970s
By Warren Hullow
Located in Troy, MI
Modernist vessel by American ceramic artist Warren Hullow of Hickory Grove Studio circa 1970s
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Vintage Modern Signed Studio Pottery Vessel Weed Pot Vase in Stoneware 1985
Located in Troy, MI
Signed Studio Pottery Weed Pot Vase 1985 Large studio pottery stoneware vase signed by the artist
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Handcrafted Turkish Terracotta Storage Pot, Vintage Clay Vessel, 20th Century
Located in London, GB
Terracotta Storage Pot. Made in the 20th century, this vintage clay vessel showcases the authentic artistry
Category

Vintage 1950s Turkish Rustic Jars

Materials

Clay

Otto and Vivika Heino Signed Mid-Century Modern Yellow Glazed Weed Pot Vase
By Otto and Vivika Heino
Located in Studio City, CA
Otto's Chinese Imperial glaze perhaps) weed pot vase by ceramics masters husband and wife artists Vivika
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Pottery, Stoneware

XL 18th C. Calanda Vessel/Pot Wabi Sabi
Located in London, GB
An XL terracotta vessel from the town of Calanda, Spain Heavily, heavily patinated due to years of
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Antique 18th Century Spanish Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Terracotta

Arts and Crafts Riveted Pot
Located in Greenwich, CT
Arts and Crafts period hanging pear shaped pot with hand riveted seams, beaten surface and great
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Antique 1890s European Arts and Crafts Vases

Materials

Iron

Cache Pot in Ceramica Barbotine Europa Primi 900
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Cache pot in ceramica smaltata. Decoro policromo raffigurante mazzi di cardi e anse a foggia di
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Antique Early 1900s French Other Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Coastal Fitz and Floyd Nautilus Shell Ceramic Cache Pot
By Fitz and Floyd
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
unique vessel for holding air plants or potpourri, or a statement dish on a console. It measures 9.75
Category

Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Planters, Cachepots and Jar...

Materials

Ceramic

English 19th Century Blue and White Porcelain Lidded Pot Pourri Pots with Dogs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of English blue and white porcelain lidded hexagonal pot pourri pots from the 19th century
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Flower Pot
Located in Miami, FL
Round iron flowerpot. Wear consistent with age.
Category

20th Century Vases

Materials

Iron

Flower Pot
Flower Pot
$430 / item
Antique Brass Pot w Brass Legs and Handles
Located in Pasadena, TX
Rare Antique brass Pot with Brass Legs & Handles – Asian Embossed Footed Planter, Pagoda & Floral
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20th Century Vases

Materials

Brass

Vivika + Otto Heino Bulbous Striped Weed Pot Studio Pottery Vase Mid Century
By Otto and Vivika Heino
Located in Sarasota, FL
, signing their pots Vivika + Otto, regardless of who actually made them.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Pottery

Miniature Mid-Century Ceramic High Glaze Bottle Neck Vase Studio Pot by Sari
By Gertrud and Otto Natzler
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Fine miniature hand-thrown, high-glaze ceramic pot signed Sari. The piece is in excellent condition
Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Black and White Sgraffito Pot
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite 21st-century Chinese hand-thrown porcelain pot features a small, wide lip that
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Jars

Materials

Porcelain

1900s Belgian Ceramic Pot
Located in High Point, NC
1900s Belgian Ceramic Pot. This sturdy, utilitarian ceramic pot reflects the practical
Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Rounded silver pot with raised floral motifs and friezes
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Bulging silver pot with raised floral motifs and friezes. Metal: Silver. Origin
Category

20th Century European Vases

Materials

Silver

Pair of round silver pots with shells and reliefs
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Pair of round silver pots with shells and reliefs. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese
Category

20th Century European Vases

Materials

Silver

Small Brown Pignate Pot
Located in Ventura, CA
Small Pignate Pot – Hand-Thrown Terracotta (Puglia, Early 1900s) Discover the essence of
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Rustic Vases

Materials

Terracotta

1900s Belgian Ceramic Pot
Located in High Point, NC
This 1900s Belgian ceramic pot features a classic rounded form with gracefully curved handles and a
Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Vases

Materials

Ceramic

2 Handle Calabrese Pot
Located in Ventura, CA
Two-Handle Calabrese Pot – Hand-Thrown Ceramic (Calabria, Late 1800s) Brown with Glaze
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Rustic Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Large Ceramic Pot
Located in Dallas, TX
Large ceramic pot.    
Category

20th Century European Primitive Vases

Materials

Ceramic

20th Century Turkish Pot
By George Lamiè
Located in Atlanta, GA
ceremonial pots, this vessel is purely decorative, ideal as a standalone art object or styled on a travertine
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2010s American Rustic Vases

Materials

Clay, Plaster

1920s Belgian Ceramic Pot
Located in High Point, NC
This 1920s Belgian ceramic pot embodies the understated utility and regional craftsmanship typical
Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Spanish Sculpted Marble Pots
Located in Nijlen, BE
Impressive hand-sculpted Spanish marble pots. Wabi-sabi items beautifully finished and unique due
Category

Antique Early 1900s Spanish Primitive Vases

Materials

Marble

Ukrainian Terracotta Cooking Pot
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These early 20th-century Ukrainian terracotta cooking pots, wrapped in utilitarian wire netting
Category

Antique Early 1900s Ukrainian Vases

Materials

Terracotta

Hammered silver pot with reliefs and applications on the rim
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Hammered silver pot with reliefs and applications on the rim. Metal: Silver. Origin
Category

20th Century European Vases

Materials

Silver

20th Century Belgian Ceramic Pot
Located in High Point, NC
. Versatile in style, this pot can serve as a decorative vessel, storage piece, or neutral anchor within a
Category

20th Century Belgian Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Small Terracotta Pignata Pot
Located in Ventura, CA
Small Terracotta Pignata Pot The Small Terracotta Pignata Pot is a hand-thrown ceramic piece
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Rustic Vases

Materials

Terracotta

2 Handle Pignate Pot
Located in Ventura, CA
This hand-thrown 2-handle pignate pot, crafted in Grottaglie, Puglia during the mid-1800s, is a
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Rustic Vases

Materials

Ceramic

20th Century Belgian Ceramic Pot
Located in High Point, NC
This 20th Century Belgian ceramic pot is a robust, utilitarian vessel crafted in a rich brown glaze
Category

20th Century Belgian Vases

Materials

Ceramic

20th Century Belgian Ceramic Pot
Located in High Point, NC
This 20th Century Belgian ceramic pot showcases the practical, robust qualities characteristic of
Category

20th Century Belgian Vases

Materials

Ceramic

3 Handle Confit Pot
Located in Ventura, CA
This hand-thrown 3-handle confit pot, originating from Grottaglie, Puglia, and dating back to the
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Rustic Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Hugh Wallis. An Arts and Crafts hand hammered copper pot and lid
By Hugh Wallis
Located in London, GB
Hugh Wallis. An Arts and Crafts hand hammered copper pot and lid with a little floral detail as a
Category

Vintage 1910s English Arts and Crafts Vases

Materials

Copper

Antique Turkish Water Pot
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 20th C Turkish water pot with a green glaze. 1900. Internal reference: C Code: 8494
Category

Early 20th Century Turkish Vases

Materials

Terracotta

Ceramic and Iron Cooking Pot on Tripod Stand, 1950s
By Vallauris, Georges Jouve
Located in PARIS, FR
Superb Vermillion hued obsidian midcentury design ceramic cooking pot on its iron wrought and
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Wrought Iron

Black Terracotta large pignate pot
Located in Ventura, CA
Black Terracotta Pignate Pot – Hand-Thrown (Puglia, Early 1900s) Introducing the epitome of
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Rustic Vases

Materials

Terracotta

Large Antique “Pignata” Pot Italy
Located in Ventura, CA
Large Pignate Pots – Hand-Thrown Terracotta (Puglia, Early 1900s) Discover the essence of
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Rustic Vases

Materials

Terracotta

Small Ceramic Blue and White Marbled Pinch Pot Vase
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful small ceramic pinch pot vase. Created from clay, this fun piece will be fantastic used
Category

20th Century American Folk Art Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Casas Grandes Pot
Located in Chicago, IL
decorated with black geometric patterns repeated around the pot. Signed on the bottom.
Category

20th Century American Native American Vases

Materials

Terracotta

Tag Collection, Black and White Concrete 5 Pot Set
By Luiz Costa e Rodrigo Irffi
Located in Santa Edwiges, MG
TAG COLLECTION "My time has become scarce to debate labels. I want the essence. My soul is in a hurry. " Rubem Alves For many, too much simplicity lacks subtitles. Why is it so c...
Category

2010s Brazilian Minimalist Vases

Materials

Concrete, Steel

Silver pot with engraved floral motifs and set on three feet
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Silver pot with engraved floral motifs and resting on three feet. Metal: Silver
Category

Antique 19th Century European Vases

Materials

Silver

Silver flower pot with bird and lion reliefs on round pedestal
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Silver flower pot with reliefs of birds and lions on a Peruvian-style pedestal. Metal
Category

Antique 18th Century European Vases

Materials

Silver

Pot Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Pot vase by Imperfettolab Dimensions: Ø 30 x H 40 cm Materials: Fiberglass A traditional shape
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Fiberglass

Pot Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Pot vase by Imperfettolab Dimensions: Ø 36 x H 46 cm Materials: Fiberglass A traditional shape
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Fiberglass

Vintage Anatolian Clay Storage Pot
Located in London, GB
This vintage Anatolian clay storage pot is a captivating piece of Turkish heritage, hand-formed in
Category

Vintage 1940s Turkish Vases

Materials

Earthenware

Pot and Wood3 Abstract Sculpture Contemporary Zen Japonism Style
By Norihiko Terayama
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
This series of ceramics are unique work by Norihiko Terayama. This is one of series of practicing relationships with function and decoration. Artist tried to make decoration that de...
Category

2010s Japanese Japonisme Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Pot and Wood4 Abstract Sculpture Contemporary Zen Japonism Style
By Norihiko Terayama
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
This series of ceramics are unique work by Norihiko Terayama. This is one of series of practicing relationships with function and decoration. Artist tried to make decoration that de...
Category

2010s Japanese Japonisme Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Mid Century Weed Pot Vase
By Doyle Lane
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
This is a stunning mid century weed pot in the style of Doyle Lane. The vase is glazed and has a
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Set/2 Pots, Ceramic Pots, Green, Handmade in Portugal by Lusitanus Home
By Lusitanus Home, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Chaucer Pots, Lusitanus Home Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Lusitanus Home
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vases

Materials

Brass, Gold Leaf

Pot and Wood Abstract Sculpture Contemporary Zen Japonism Style
By Norihiko Terayama
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
This series of ceramics are unique work by Norihiko Terayama. This is one of series of practicing relationships with function and decoration. Artist tried to make decoration that d...
Category

2010s Japanese Japonisme Vases

Materials

Ceramic

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Pots And Vessels For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of pots and vessels available for sale. The range of distinct pots and vessels — often made from ceramic, metal and terracotta — can elevate any home. We have 3481 antique and vintage pots and vessels in-stock, while there are 518 modern editions to choose from as well. Pots and vessels have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. modern, mid-century modern and Art Nouveau pots and vessels are consistently popular styles. Many pots and vessels are appealing in their simplicity, but RAAQUU, Minton and Wedgwood produced popular pots and vessels that are worth a look.

How Much are Pots And Vessels?

Pots and vessels can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $999, while the lowest priced sells for $0 and the highest can go for as much as $115,000.

Finding the Right Vases-vessels for You

For thousands of years, vases and vessels have had meaningful functional value in civilizations all over the world. In Ancient Greece, ceramic vessels were used for transporting water and dry goods, holding bouquets of flowers, for storage and more. Outside of utilitarian use, in cities such as Athens, vases were a medium for artistic expressionpottery was a canvas for artists to illustrate their cultures’ unique people, beliefs and more. And pottery skills were handed down from fathers to sons.

Every antique and vintage vase and vessel, from decorative Italian urns to French 19th-century Louis XVI–style lidded vases, carries with it a rich, layered story. 

On 1stDibs, there is a vast array of vases and vessels in a variety of colors, sizes and shapes. Our collection features vessels made from delicate materials such as ceramic and glass as well as durable materials like rustproof metals and stone.

A contemporary vase can help introduce an air of elegance to your minimalist space while an antique Chinese jar would make a luxurious addition to an Asian-inspired interior. Alternatively, if you’re looking for a statement piece, consider an Art Deco vase crafted by Italian architect and furniture designer Gio Ponti.

Vases and vessels — be they handmade pots, handblown glass wine bottles or otherwise — are versatile, practical decorative objects, and no matter your particular design preferences, furniture style or color scheme, they can add beauty and warmth to any home. Find yours on 1stDibs today.

Questions About Pots And Vessels
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, clay pots and terracotta pots are not the same. While terracotta pots are a type of clay pot, not all clay pots are terracotta. Terracotta is a clay material that is modeled and fired to create a signature brown-orange color. Clay pots can be created in any color. Browse a range of both clay and terracotta pots on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A ceramic vessel is a hard-brittle material that is made by firing clay and other similar substances. It is used to store, transport and drink liquids such as water or wine. Shop a variety of vintage and antique ceramic vessels on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The main difference between a coffee pot and a chocolate pot is the shape. A coffee pot generally has a longer spout with a filter to keep grounds from pouring out. A chocolate pot is generally tall and slim with a spout closer to the top of the brim. Browse a collection of vintage coffee and chocolate pots on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A chocolate pot is a vessel used to serve hot chocolate. Unlike a coffee pot, the spout sits near the top edge, has a hinged or sliding finial covering the opening, and has a molionet or stick that stirs and crushes the chocolate. Shop a selection of chocolate pots on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    African pottery is diverse and culturally varied. An African pot can be a simple vessel for food or liquid but many carry social and religious significance. African pottery has always been highly sought after and is beloved by antique collectors worldwide. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique African pottery from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A confit pot is a piece of earthenware pottery employed in French cooking. Before the advent of refrigerators, chefs and home cooks poured reserved duck fat inside. The fat could later be used in other recipes. Shop a range of confit pots on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A pot board is a type of dresser or cabinet designed to store pots and pans or other accessories in the kitchen. On 1stDibs, you can find antique pot board dressers in a variety of sizes depending on your needs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Clay vessels were often used for storing food items such as grain. The vessels were sometimes decorated and ornate. Similarly, clay pots were also used, mostly to store and transport water, store milk and serve beer. Find an assortment of clay vessels from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few tips and tricks to aging a terracotta pot. First, you can apply plain yogurt to help achieve an aged patina. Another method is to plug the drainage hole and fill the pot with water-soluble fertilizer. Shop a collection of terracotta pots from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A terra cotta pot is a pot created using coarse, porous clay that when fired turns a ochre color. Terra cotta pots are typically left unglazed.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, terracotta pots are indeed safe for use; however, the pots should be thoroughly sterilized before first use because they are porous and can absorb harmful chemicals or moisture. You’ll find a variety of terracotta pots from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Hold the piece up to a light source. If you see a prism effect, it’s crystal.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A terracotta pot is simply a clay pot that has been fired. Clay is just the name of the material that terracotta pots are made out of. Shop an array of terracotta pots from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Opinions on whether or not copper coffee pots are safe vary. Some experts raise concerns over the use of copper vessels and recommend that you only use ones lined with another metal like tin or aluminum. As a result, people may choose to use antique pots only as decorative objects. Shop a range of antique copper coffee pots on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    African clay pots are made by coiling the material around a flattened base and then hand-molding it into the desired shape. Then, the piece is sun dried and fired at a low temperature. On 1stDibs, find authentic African clay pots from some of the top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Bedouin culture, the Dallah, or coffee pot, represents generosity and hospitality. Displaying one also means that a person has enough wealth to entertain others comfortably. Shop a range of Dallah coffee pots from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    You can use a pot rack to hang other items besides pots and pans. Keep cooking utensils like spoons and spatulas within quick reach dangling from its frame. Mount one in a hallway to hold handbags or put one in a room and suspend hanging baskets and planters from it. Feel free to get creative and come up with other ways to utilize it. On 1stDibs, find a range of pot racks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    The difference between ceramic and porcelain pots is specificity. Ceramic pots are any pots made from clay that undergo a firing process. Porcelain pots are ceramic pots made from a special clay that usually features kaolin and feldspar. After throwing, the pots get fired at high temperatures. A porcelain pot is generally smoother, less porous and more translucent than other types of ceramic pots, such as stoneware and earthenware. Explore a variety of porcelain pots and other ceramic pots on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether iron pots are good for plants is a matter of opinion. The biggest advantage of an iron pot is that it’s highly durable. Many people also like the appearance of the metal. On the downside, an iron pot that lacks insulation could overheat plants when exposed to hot weather. In addition, adding water to iron could lead to rusting. Planter liners can reduce the risk of both overheating and rust. Find a range of planters on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, clay pots are good for plants. These pots provide a healthy environment for most plants because material's porous nature allows air and moisture to penetrate the sides of the pot. Clay pots can remove excess moisture from the potting soil reducing the chance of root rot.