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Modern Vases and Vessels

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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Murano Vintage Ribbon Design Art Glass Scent Bottle
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish vintage Italian Murano hand blown art glass scent bottle and stopper in pink and white ribbon design dating from the 20th century. Th...
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20th Century Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

ISIDE I15, Woman s Moorish Head, Handmade in Sicily, 2021, Colorful, Size S
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The collection This collection offers ideas for contemporary décor through sophisticated revelations of art bound to the tradition of ceramics of Caltagirone, objets d’art that comb...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Enamel

Ettore Sottsass I Limited Edition Vase in Wood and Murano Glass for Flowers
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
I vase made for the collection of twenty-seven woods for Chinese artificial flowers vase by Ettore Sottsass, Edited by Design Gallery Milano, 1995. Limited edition of 12 numbered...
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1990s European Modern Vases and Vessels

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Brass

"Roses" Heart Vases, 8 Pieces, Handmade in Italy, Porcelain, Wall decor, Luxury
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The heart collection is the result of the extravagant creativity of two innovative designers, who are inspired especially by the human body. This collection is made by 4 beautiful...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Gold Leaf

Set of Three Pepper Vases with Antique Bronze Finish by Elan Atelier IN STOCK
Located in New York, NY
A set of three sculptural vases made of solid cast bronze (lost wax method) with antique bronze finish. Immediately available at the Elan Atelier NYC showroom. The set includes 1 sm...
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2010s European Modern Vases and Vessels

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Bronze

Handmade German Ceramic Vase
Located in Rümmingen, BW
"shipping note: If your region or country is not listed under the shipping options please contact us directly" A beautiful handmade ceramic vase, wheel-thrown and crafted in France ...
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Late 20th Century German Modern Vases and Vessels

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Clay

ISIDE I17, Man s Moorish Head, Handmade in Sicily, 2021, Colorful, Size S
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
THE COLLECTION This collection offers ideas for contemporary décor through sophisticated revelations of art bound to the tradition of ceramics of Caltagirone, objets d’art that combine history and design. The extreme attention to details, supported by twenty years of experience of master craftsmen, is the company’s strength. The production technique hides secrets and art mixtures that make the product unique and exclusive. Mosche Bianche chooses to combine art and design to recall history through ceramic artworks in doing so, history revives, as in a fairy tale, an incredible civilization that is the sicilian culture. The moorish heads in ceramics, tribute to the beauty of ancient Sicily...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Enamel

Hand-Blown white Glass Amphora Vase with Scroll Handles
Located in Rümmingen, BW
This elegant amphora-style vase is crafted from clear and white, hand-blown glass, featuring a classic baluster form with a flared rim and two distinctive scroll handles. Both timel...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass, Art Glass

Hajimo Kato Hand Built Wood Fired Twin Handled Studio Pottery Vase
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A truly wonderful design piece, and one of my favorite, is this Japanese hand-built wood fired twin handled studio pottery vase of sculptural form by Hajimo Kato (b.1947) dating from...
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20th Century Japanese Modern Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

New Modern Marble Vase, creator Matteo Cibic, Stock
Located in Milan, IT
Vase in black Marquinia, Red Levanto and white Michelangelo marble, Size: 38.2 x 23.4 x 7.3 cm, smooth finishing. Commercial name: Tacca, Homage Collection by the Italian designer M...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Marble

New Modern Vase in marble, creator Matteo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
Vase in white Michelangelo, red Levanto and black Marquinia Marbles. Size: 27.3 x 38.4 x 7.3 cm, smooth finishing. Commercial name: Pietro, Homage Collection by the Italian designer...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Marble

Polished Silver Decantor, Sculptural Object by Raju Peddada - "Arno"
Located in Chicago, IL
A remarkable example of minimalist design and natural form, this silver vessel is both beautiful and functional. This prototype by designer Raju Peddada is a shift in contemporary d...
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Early 2000s Canadian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Metal

Large French Modern Blue White Enameled Gourd Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large French Modern blue & white enameled gourd vase, With Bronze top, the tapering body profusely enameled in subtle shades of blue and white, unsigned. Overall measurements: 1...
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20th Century French Modern Vases and Vessels

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Bronze, Copper

Salta Rectangular Small Medium Flower Vases, Alpaca Silver Onyx Stone
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
Dimensions: 15,3 x 5,5 x 20 cm // 6" x 2,1" x 7,8" 16,5 x 24,8 cm // 6,5" x 9,8" Colors : Brown & cream onyx stone Salta province is called the beautiful, and this adjective ...
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2010s Argentine Modern Vases and Vessels

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Stone, Onyx, Metal

NANA Plum purple Vase by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
A small vase with a unique form composed of six pretzels and a contrasting base. The NANA vase beautifully displays any bouquet, its beauty accentuated by the vase's striking color. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Vases and Vessels

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Clay

Anne-Marie Trolle Danish Royal Copenhagen Zenit Ceramic Vase
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish Danish Royal Copenhagen Zenit pattern ceramic art vase designed by Anne-Marie Trolle (b. 1944) and dating from around 1980. The vase is of tall oval shape standing on ...
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1980s Danish Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Fazzoletto Opalino Large Glass Vase in Apple Green by Fulvio Bianconi and Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Created from the collaboration between Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini, characterized by a soft shape with a graceful wavy lip, always unique, obtained using the free-hand technique...
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20th Century Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

New Modern Small Pot in Black Marquinia Marble, creator Ivan Colominas
Located in Milan, IT
Pyxis pot, jar or container for multiple uses. Size: 12.6 x 11 cm, smooth finishing. Commercial name: Pyxis S, Pyxis collection by the Spanish designer Ivan Colominas. Available also...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Marble

New Modern Medium Pot in White Michelangelo Marble, creator Ivan Colominas
Located in Milan, IT
Pyxis pot / jar / container for multiple uses. Size: 12.6 x 14.5 cm, smooth finishing. Commercial name: Pyxis M, Pyxis Collection by the Spanish Designer Ivan Colominas. Available al...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Marble

Jade Formless Fiberglass Vase by kar
Located in Geneve, CH
Jade Formless Fiberglass Vase by kar Unique Piece Dimensions: D 25 x H 26 cm. Materials: Fiberglass. Available in Moss Brown or Jade colors. Please contact us. As each item is fini...
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2010s Chinese Modern Vases and Vessels

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Fiberglass

Hand-Blown Modern Tall Murano Vase in Eucalyptus Green Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hand-Blown Modern Tall Murano Vase in Eucalyptus Green, this exquisite piece is a true testament to the unparalleled craftsmanship of Murano glassma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Costantini Diego Modern Real Gold Made Murano Glass Vase with Butterflies
Located in Murano, Venezia
Handmade Murano glass blown vase with real 24kt gold leaf and Monarch butterflies attached with magnet. The vase contains 16 Monarch butterflies Modern vase ideal for a modern and rustic classic environment, for everyone. This work was carried out in collaboration between the MadeMuranoGlass company and the famous and renowned Murano master glassmaker Diego Costantini. Each single butterfly...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Set of 2 Baccarat Geometric Vases Cobalt Blue Clear Crystal Glass, France
Located in Rijssen, NL
A crystal masterpiece of beautiful proportions by Thomas Bastide, this vase crystallize the extraordinary know-how of the Baccarat craftsmen. The geometric cuts and vibrant blue colo...
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1990s French Modern Vases and Vessels

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Crystal

Medium Crushed Glass Vase: Lemon Clear Hand Blown Glass by Avram Rusu Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
During the glass blowing process, vases are twisted and shaped to create crushed forms within the confines of a simple geometric framework. Each piece is unique and handmade in Brook...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Medium Crushed Glass Vase: Jade Clear Hand Blown Glass by Avram Rusu Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
During the glass blowing process, vases are twisted and shaped to create crushed forms within the confines of a simple geometric framework. Each piece is unique and handmade in Brook...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Contemporary Ceramic Cartocci Texture White and Gold Bowl #2
Located in Porcia, IT
Fashioned entirely by hand, this irregularly shaped bowl will be a timeless centerpiece in a modern dining room, living room, or entryway. Characterized by a unique three-dimensional...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Venini Fazzoletto Opalino Medium Vase in Horizon Murano Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fazzoletto Opalino medium vase in Horizon Murano glass by Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini. An exclusive new take on the Opalini technique from the 15th century makes its color uniqu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Millebolle Carlo Moretti Mouthblown Murano Transparent Glass Vase Made in Italy
Located in IT
Oval free hand shaped vase in Murano transparent glass with detailed hand cut irregular opaque bubbles designed in 1976 by Carlo Moretti. Carlo Mo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass, Murano Glass

Signed Gabriella Crespi Modernist Lucite Stainless Steel (Moon Flask) Vase
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Modernist lucite and stainless steel vase. By Gabriella Crespi. In a moon flask form with a lucite body and stainless steel removable neck. Simply a wonderful vase! Date...
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20th Century Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Stainless Steel

Murano Glass Red and Black Art Vase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Striking Murano glass vase featuring bold red and black vertical color bands with a high-gloss finish. Handblown by Venetian artisans, this piece showcases the exceptional clarity an...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Hand-Blown Murano Battuto Oval Vase in Amber
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This hand-blown Murano Battuto Oval Vase in Amber is a magnificent expression of Venetian artistry, designed to captivate any sophisticated space. Its luxurious, honey-hued glass is ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Ghidini 1961 Tornado Sculptural Vase in Bronze by Campana Brothers
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Spiral of brass, a dizzying vortex of reflected light. A thousand liquid rings rise from a hypothetical sea, expand and crown themselves with fragrant flowers. It’s a highly evocativ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Bronze

Hand-Blown Modern Tall Murano Vase in Onyx Black Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Hand-Blown Modern Tall Murano Vase in Black Large is a masterpiece of Italian glass artistry, crafted using the intricate Battuto technique. Thi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Contemporary Ceramic Vulcano Corteccia Texture Lilac Low Vase
Located in Porcia, IT
Dynamic and chic, this versatile vase will diffuse a sophisticated aura into a modern living room or entryway decor. The elegant form of the conical Sil...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Gaetano Pesce Pompitu II Vase L Resin Blue Acid Green
Located in barasso, IT
Pompitu II vase, blue, acid green. Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection. Measures: L ø 22cm x H 36cm Colours: Blue, acid green. Material: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Resin

Opalino Glass Vase in Milk White Milk White Inside by Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase with slim, oval shaped body and funnel shaped neck. Featured in aquamarine colored glass. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or strong statement piece for a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Vertigo Vase by Mario Cioni
Located in Milan, IT
Part of the Vertigo collection, this vase with lid was crafted of transparent glass and features a footed shape and a conical bowl. The smooth surface of the piece is adorned with an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Metà Morphosis Vase by Mario Cioni
Located in Milan, IT
This stunning vase with lid is part of the Metà Morphosis collection. Crafted of transparent glass, this piece can be used as an elegant container in a kitchen, living room, or dinin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Tondo Doni Skyline Vase by Mario Cioni
Located in Milan, IT
A sleek and sophisticated homage to the skyscrapers that define the look of large modern cities, this vase is an elegant choice for a contemporary home, where it can be combined with...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Venini Opalino Small Vase in Horizon Milk White Inside Murano Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opalino small vase in Amber Murano glass by Venini. The Opalino vase is all about sophisticated and unique colors, thanks to the use of the traditional Opalino technique. This method...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Fuochi Boreali Glass Vase in Blue and Crystal by Giorgio Vigna
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Explosions of colour casting thousands of different hues, in glass like in nature. Flowers, with their countless shapes and long stems, inspired Giorgio Vigna...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Hand Blown Murano Vase Goccia in Clear with 24-Karat Gold Flecks Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This hand-blown Goccia vase, crafted in Murano, a small island in Venice, exudes timeless elegance and sophisticated design. It showcases a seamless transition from a clear glass bas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Gold Leaf

Contemporary Flower Bouquet Vase, English, Art Glass, Straw Silk, Baluster Urn
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a contemporary flower bouquet vase. An English, art glass and straw silk baluster urn by Margaret Johnson. Eye-catching aqua hues with an unusual decorative finish Displayi...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Moor Head Special Edition 2024, Vase, Handmade in Italy, Bespoke. Gold Strip
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The creator of the “Sicilian state of mind” collection searches for objects from the past that convey emotions linked to memory. She selects, re-sews, removes paint and repaints, dis...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Clay, Terracotta

1940s Vintage Industrial Aged Bottle Vase Jug in Patinated Copper USA
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage Industrial patinated copper aged bottle jug vase, USA, 1940s Original unrestored vintage presentation. Vintage patina condition. Nicks dents and sc...
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1940s North American Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

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Copper

Amber Glass Vase, Italy, 1960s/70s
Located in Greding, DE
Large vase in amber-colored glass with a finely textured surface and gently flattened, bulbous form.
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Spherical Glass Vase in the Style of Willem Heesen, Late 20th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Mouth-blown amber glass vase of spherical form with a round opening. The surface features delicate silhouettes of branches and leaves that appear like shadows across the glass, givin...
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Late 20th Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

"Lovesick" Luxury Vases, 5 Pieces, Handmade in Italy, Porcelain, Wall decor
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The heart collection is the result of the extravagant creativity of two innovative designers, who are inspired especially by the human body. This collection is made by 4 beautiful...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Gold Leaf

Venini Monofiore Sapphire Blue Glass Vase by Laura de Santillana
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini Monofiori glass vase in sapphire by Laura de Santillana. “Monofiori” blown handmade glass with stoppers in various forms and colors. Item lab...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Cascade Vase by Per Lütken for Holmegaard
Located in San Francisco, CA
Cased opaline white glass with vertical amber and olive streaks from Per Lütken’s Cascade series for Holmegaard. Tall cylindrical form with flared rim, signature etched to base. Very...
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1970s Danish Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

White and Blue Ceramic Vase or Cup by Gilles Broaways Brutalist Pottery Design
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Gilles Broaways Original set of two vases or cup by French artist. Realised circa 2000 White and blue ceramic glazes colors Original perfect condition Measures: Height...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Moor heads, Collection of 4, Handmade in Sicily, Gold Leaf, Reflex Blue Bespoke
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Gold Leaf

Contemporary Ceramic Sculpture Vases Designed by Capperidicasa, Made in Italy
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Pair of large contemporary engraved ceramic sculpture vase, black enamel, new design handmade by Capperidicasa, made in Italy. Unique pieces Dimensions from left: Width 17 cm, heigh...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Wonderful Mid Century Italian Murano White Opal Milk Large Art Glass Floor Vase
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Mid Century Italian Murano White / Opal / Milk Large Art Glass Floor Vase
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20th Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass, Murano Glass

Carlo Scarpa, "Battuto", 1938
Located in Paris, FR
Carlo Scarpa 'Battuto' Vase, c. 1938 Execution: Venini & C. Cased glass, green. Signed: Venini murano (acid stamp). Measures: H : 27 cm (10.6") Overall Very good condition ...
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1930s Italian Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Handmade Spikes Tall White Ceramic Vase IV
Located in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, AR
Beautiful tall white ceramic vase with spikes, perfect for showcasing your cherished blooms. Providing a unique perspective from every angle, this handmade pottery vase blurs the lin...
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2010s Argentine Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Clay, Pottery

Large Purple Murano Glass Vase, circa 1960
Located in Austin, TX
Large purple Murano glass vase, circa 1960.
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

"Love", Heart Vases, 3 pieces, Porcelain, Handmade in Italy, Wall decor
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Special collection of Love's inspirated hearts.
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Gold Leaf

Black and White Glass Vase by Ingegerd Råman, limited edition, 162/200, Orrefors
Located in Stockholm, SE
Limited edition from Orrefors, designed by the renowned Swedish designer Ingegerd Råman. The beautiful modern "Caracalla" series was produced in 2005 in a limited edition — signed "...
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Early 2000s Swedish Modern Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass, Blown Glass

Lecle Limoges France Porcelain Modern Modernist Round Vase
By Chamart Limoges
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Large and unusual Limoges porcelain vase made in France by high quality ceramic maker, Lecle. This beautiful modern vase is part of Lecle's Sous le Soleil collection, and has a round...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

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