Vintage Flower Vases
Mid-20th Century French Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières
Wrought Iron
Late 20th Century Dutch Vases
Ceramic
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vases
Porcelain
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases
Art Glass
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century French Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières
Bronze
Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Bottles
Blown Glass
Mid-20th Century North American Art Nouveau Planters, Cachepots and Jard...
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vases
Crystal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Art Glass
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières
Glass
Mid-20th Century Swedish Modern Vases
Art Glass
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardini...
Stoneware
Mid-20th Century Chinese Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières
Ceramic
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vases
Ceramic
Late 20th Century French Modern Vases
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Porcelain, Glass
Late 20th Century Moroccan Islamic Urns
Ceramic
Vintage 1950s Japanese Showa Furniture
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Chinese Ceramics
Porcelain
20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Bronze
Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Ceramic
Vintage 1950s Dutch Vases
Ceramic
Vintage 1940s American Vases
Vintage 1920s Arts and Crafts Vases
Clay
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Brass, Metal
Vintage 1970s Pottery
Vintage 1980s European Neoclassical Revival Vases
Crystal
20th Century Italian Vases
Crystal
20th Century British Neoclassical Vases
Ceramic, Stoneware
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Vintage Flower Vases For Sale on 1stDibs
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Finding the Right Vases for You
Whether it’s a Chinese Han dynasty glazed ceramic wine vessel, a work of Murano glass or a hand-painted Scandinavian modern stoneware piece, a fine vase brings a piece of history into your space as much as it adds a sophisticated dynamic.
Like sculptures or paintings, antique and vintage vases are considered works of fine art. Once offered as tributes to ancient rulers, vases continue to be gifted to heads of state today. Over time, decorative porcelain vases have become family heirlooms to be displayed prominently in our homes — loved pieces treasured from generation to generation.
The functional value of vases is well known. They were traditionally utilized as vessels for carrying dry goods or liquids, so some have handles and feature an opening at the top (where they flare back out). While artists have explored wildly sculptural alternatives over time, the most conventional vase shape is characterized by a bulbous base and a body with shoulders where the form curves inward.
Owing to their intrinsic functionality, vases are quite possibly versatile in ways few other art forms can match. They’re typically taller than they are wide. Some have a neck that offers height and is ideal for the stems of cut flowers. To pair with your mid-century modern decor, the right vase will be an elegant receptacle for leafy snake plants on your teak dining table, or, in the case of welcoming guests on your doorstep, a large ceramic floor vase for long tree branches or sticks — perhaps one crafted in the Art Nouveau style — works wonders.
Interior designers include vases of every type, size and style in their projects — be the canvas indoors or outdoors — often introducing a splash of color and a range of textures to an entryway or merely calling attention to nature’s asymmetries by bringing more organically shaped decorative objects into a home.
On 1stDibs, you can browse our collection of vases by material, including ceramic, glass, porcelain and more. Sizes range from tiny bud vases to massive statement pieces and every size in between.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To tell if a vase is valuable, have it evaluated by a licensed appraiser. While you can use online references to try and determine value, only an experienced appraiser can determine the authenticity and date and assess the condition of a piece. Find a large collection of antique and vintage vases on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Flower stems should be no longer than two times the height of the vase.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To tell if a glass vase is vintage, first research the maker. Look for markings on the inside and base, and then research them using trusted online resources to determine who produced your vase. By looking at when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours, you can typically roughly estimate its age. If your vase is between 20 and 99 years old, it is vintage. Vases that are 100 years old or older are antiques. For help with dating, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of glass vases.
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