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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Venere V11, Woman s Moorish Head, Handmade in Sicily, 2021, Black/White, 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

Materials

Enamel

Modern Decor Large Blue Happy Susto Ceramic Flower Vase by Jaime Hayon
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Modern decor large blue happy susto ceramic flower vase by Jaime Hayon Materials: Porcelain Dimensions: D 14 cm x W 33 cm x H 47 cm A cer...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Porcelain

Hand Blown Murano Penta Vase in Onyx Black
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Introducing an exquisite piece of Murano glass artistry, this onyx black vase is a stunning example of contemporary elegance and timeless craftsmanship. Han...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Tessellated Marble and Brass Vases
Located in London, GB
A pair of tessellated marble with brass inlay vases by Maitland Smith. A very elegant and stylised pair with stepped design with brass banded inlay. G...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Marble, Brass

Bronze Vessel/Bowl, Sculptural Object by Raju Peddada
Located in Chicago, IL
This prototype by designer Raju Peddada is a shift in contemporary decorative furnishings with an interactive design that engages, entices, challenges and inspires the observer on an...
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Early 2000s Canadian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Bronze

Carlo Zauli Italian Modern Signed And Archived Archaic Vase
Located in Roma, IT
Archaic vase by Carlo Zauli 1953 Polychrome majolica Faenza Vase in polychrome majolica, pear-shaped with an asymmetrical line and abstract-geometric decorations with relief borders....
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1950s Italian Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Majolica

Tapio Wirkkala rare Tokio , Marsalkan Sauva glass vase for Littala TW-3590
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very nice and rare tall blown glass vase , made for Little and designed Tapio WIRKKALA , Finland . The vase is almost circular widest is 2.5 base. Signed diamond point Tapio WIRKKALA...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Blown Glass

Faune à L outre, large Bronze Fouille Patina, Object Du Grand Tour, 19th Century
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Faune à L'outre, large Bronze Fouille Patina, Object Du Grand Tour, 19th Century
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Early 19th Century French Antique Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Steel

Nilo Porcelain Vase by Ettore Sottsass from Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Nilo vase was originally designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1983 for Memphis Milano 1981-1988. A classic by Sottsass, the Nilo porcelain vase is part of thre...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Porcelain

Vase Vessel Ceramic Centerpiece Ornament Aquamarine Majolica Flower Holder Italy
Located in Recanati, IT
Large majolic vase in green aquamarine color, glazed in polychrome, characterized by the elegant presence of naturalistic ornamental motifs that enhance its forms beautifully. Its po...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Majolica

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

Materials

Blown Glass

Ghidini 1961 Short Flirt Collection Vase in Copper by Noè Duchaufour-Lawrence
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
The collection that I designed for Ghidini 1961, Flirt collection is comprised of three vases that can be reversed to offer different functions and a bigger range of use. Joe & Ema E...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Copper

Alaska Silver Plated Brass Flower Vase, by Ettore Sottsass from Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Alaska Silver Plated Brass Flower Vase was originally designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1982. The vase is also available in solid 925 sterling silve...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Brass, Silver Plate

Hand-Blown Vase by Mario Ticco for VeArt
Located in New York, NY
Multi-colored mezza filigrana glass. Signed and numbered underneath. Made in Murano.
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Blown Glass

Hand-Blown Murano Modern Tall Textural Vase in Smoky Grey
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Ethereal and sculptural, this hand-blown Murano vase commands attention with its statuesque 21-inch height and alluring texture. Rendered in a sophisticated gradient of smoky grey, t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Signed Large Murano Hand-Blown Vase in Charcoal Gray with Amber Handles
Located in New York, NY
A large and substantial hand-blown vase, masterfully crafted in Murano, Italy, featuring a striking translucent charcoal gray body with an asymmetrical silhouette that enhances its s...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Capperidicasa Contemporary iTotem Italian Marble and Wood Sculpture Flower Vase
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian contemporary sculpture, candle holder and flower vase, modular as you like made up of green Alpi marble, yellow Siena marble, and solid wood with including two glass vases fo...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Marble

Modernist Bronze Hue Ceramic Orchid Vase/Occasional Bowl
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated modernist orchid vase/ occasional bowl was realized in the United States during the latter half of hte 20th century. Realized in ceramic and finished with a bronze...
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20th Century American Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Hand-Blown Murano Supreme Vase in Onyx Black Tall
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A striking testament to masterful glass artistry, the Murano Supreme Vase in Onyx Black captivates with a sculptural presence that is both bold and serene. Each piece is hand-blown b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Capperidicasa Italian Contemporary Ceramic Wood Sculpture Flower Vase "iTotem"
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
iTotem scultura portafiori e portacandela, con elementi in legno e ceramica ad incastro e componibili a piacere, provvisti di provette di vetro per fiori freschi. Smalto della cerami...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic, Glass, Wood

Moor Head Special Edition 2024, Vase, Handmade in Italy, Bespoke. Golden STAR
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

Materials

Clay, Terracotta

Art Glass Vase by Martin Postch
Located in New York, NY
Limited edition art glass vase by Martin Postch. Clear class with gold dust inclusions. Etched signature on the bottom.
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2010s German Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Art Glass

Hand-Blown Murano Surpime Vase in Emerald Green Tall
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A celebration of timeless craftsmanship and rich color, the Hand-Blown Murano Surpime Vase in Emerald Green exudes both vibrance and refinement. This exquisite creation from the Vene...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Hand-Blown Murano Modern Tall Faceted Vase in Eucalyptus Green Medium
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Hand-Blown Murano Modern Tall Faceted Vase, known as the Luna Vase, an exquisite hand-blown Murano masterpiece, captivates with its faceted silhouette and deep eucalyptus green h...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Hand-Blown Modern Tall Murano Vase in Rose Medium
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hand-Blown Modern Tall Murano Vase in Rose is a masterpiece of Venetian craftsmanship, embodying elegance and exclusivity. Crafted by the finest Mur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Monofiore Balaton Short Glass Vase in Straw-Yellow Red Thread Rim by Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase with full body and textured surface with hexagonal shaped pattern in gold designed in 1970. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or strong statement piece for...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Art Glass

Hand-Blown Modern Murano Vase in Black with 24-karat Gold Flecks and Bubles
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Hand-Blown Modern Murano Vase in Black / Clear with 24-karat Gold Flecks and Bubbles is a masterful expression of Italian glass artistry, merging bold contrast with refined opule...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Gold Leaf

Modernist Charcoal Urn Form Ceramic Vase with Demilune Embellishments
Located in New York, NY
This elegant modernist urn form vase was realized in the United States during the latter half of the 20th century. It features a conical body that flares to an angled collar where it...
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20th Century American Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Swedish Designer, Vase, Stone, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A fossil-stone vase, designed and produced in Gotland, Sweden, c. 1970s.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Stoneware

fferrone Contemporary Handcrafted Czech Clear Glass Modern Medium Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
ROSSI VASE MEDIUM From a single stem to a bouquet, the clear glass highlights the flower stem, celebrating it as an integral part of the arrangement. The lenticular effect of the fl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass

fferrone Contemporary Handcrafted Clear Czech Glass Modern Large Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
ROSSI VASE LARGE From a single stem to a bouquet, the clear glass highlights the flower stem, celebrating it as an integral part of the arrangement. The lenticular effect of the fl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass

fferrone Contemporary Handcrafted Czech Large Medium Clear Glass Vases
Located in Chicago, IL
Rossi Vases Large & Medium - set of 2 From a single stem to a bouquet, the clear glass highlights the flower stem, celebrating it as an integral part of the arrangement. The lenticu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass

Hand-Blown Murano Fluid Vase in Clear with 24karat Gold Flecks and Bubble Detail
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Hand-Blown Murano Fluid Vase is a striking testament to the unparalleled craftsmanship of Murano’s master glassmakers. This tall and substantial vase is meticulously hand-crafted...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Modernist Urn Form White Ceramic Vase
Located in New York, NY
This elegant modernist urn form vase was realized in the United States during the latter half of the 20th century. It features a conical body that flares to an angled collar where it...
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20th Century American Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Hand-Blown Murano Modern Fluid Vase in Aquamarine Blue with Bubbles
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A captivating expression of contemporary Murano artistry, this Hand-Blown Murano Modern Fluid Vase in Aquamarine Blue with Bubbles emerges in a sculptural form that captures the esse...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Hand Blown Murano Vase Sphere in Gold Small
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite piece of art epitomizes the elegance and sophistication of Murano glass craftsmanship. Its serene gold hue, delicately infused within clear layers, creates a harmoniou...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Gold Leaf

Contemporary Repousse Fan Design Vase in Black Copper by Robert Kuo, Limited
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fan Design vase Black Copper Finish Hand Repoussé Contemporary Limited Edition Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hamm...
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2010s Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Copper

Titus I Large Ceramic Vase by Jaime Hayon
Located in Milan, IT
Titus I is a large ceramic vase with a gunmetal stand, and it is available in two color versions: anthracite or white. This vase is part of the collection New Roman, by Jaime Hayon:...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Metal

Italian Contemporary Ceramic Blue Vase Designed by Capperidicasa
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian ceramic vase turned and hand-engraved with matt enamel, wooden hood, new design by Capperidicasa. Dimensions: Diameter 18 cm - height (ceramic ) 32 cm Height with cap (hig...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Riflessi Amber Blown Glass Vase by Böjte–Bottari
Located in Milan, IT
Riflessi is a project by Böjte – Bottari for Paola C. presented in 2017. This vase is designed to accommodate all types of flowers, and it is made in amber mouth blown borosilicate g...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass

3 Tapio Wirkkala, Rosenthal Paper Bag Vases, 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Set of 3 iconic Mid Century porcelain paper bag vases designed by Tapio Wirkkala for Rorenthal. Each vase is stamped on bottom.
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Mid-20th Century Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Porcelain

White Glazed Ceramic Vase With Braided Handles
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very interesting white glazed ceramic vase with braided handles. Add some artistic style to your design project with this handcrafted Italian vase.
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Artistic Fan-Shaped Murano Glass Bowl Sculpture with Sunken Gold, 1980s Italy
Located in Villaverla, IT
Artistic Fan-Shaped Murano Glass Bowl Sculpture with Sunken Gold, 1980s Italy. This is a rare and authentic Venetian work of art, entirely handcrafted in the island of Murano in the ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass

Venini Idria Large Glass Vase in Red
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Idria glass vase series, designed and manufactured by Venini, features three different shaped vases. Indoor use only. Dimensions: Ø 26, H 36 cm.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass

Moor Head Special Edition 2024, Vase, Handmade in Italy, Bespoke. Gold Thunder
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...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Clay, Terracotta

Fazzoletto Glass Vase in Aquamarine by Fulvio Bianconi Paolo Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase with pinched rim in aquamarine and mint designed by Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini in 1948. Perfect for indoor home decor as container, vide-poche or statement pi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Art Glass

Hand-Blown Murano Cactus Vase in Amber Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Playful in form yet refined in execution, the Hand-Blown Murano Cactus Vase in Amber is a sculptural statement of modern glass artistry. Inspired by the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Luxury Heart Vase "Roses Heart". Porcelain. Handmade in Italy. 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. The heart collection is inspired by the ...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Porcelain, Acrylic

Jaime Hayon Contemporary Terracotta Set of Gardenias Big Vases
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of gardenias vases by Jaime Hayon Hand turned terracotta within impermeable treatment. Measures: nº 1: 22 x 45 cm nº 2: 22 x 45 cm nº 4: 26 x 37 cm.
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2010s Spanish Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Terracotta

Moor Head Special Edition 2024, Vase, Handmade in Italy, Bespoke. Emerald
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...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Clay, Terracotta

Vittorio Ferro Vase with Unique Multicolor Murrine ca 1994
Located in New York, NY
Hand-blown glass vase with unique ochre, black and chartreuse murrine by Vittorio Ferro, Murano Italy, ca 1994. Born in 1932, Vittorio Ferro was a first...
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1990s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Blown Glass, Murrine

Venini Monofiore Balloton Large Vase in Orange Red Thread Murano Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Monofiore Balloton large vase in Amber Murano glass by Venini. It looks soft, but it’s not; it’s glass. The optical illusion of Monofiori by Venini ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

fferrone Contemporary Czech Glass Fluted Large Vase Handcrafted
Located in Chicago, IL
The contemporary Czech glass Stella large vase, from a single stem to a beautiful bouquet, the Stella vases highlight any flower arrangement they co...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass

Contemporary Hand Repoussé Kuai Block Vase in Antique Copper by Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Kuai Design Block vase Antique Copper Hand Repoussé Limited Edition Contemporary This vase needs a liner. Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief ...
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2010s Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Copper

Dorothy Steele Modern Pottery Ceramic Blue Glazed Fish Flower Pin Frog Vase
By Dorothy Steele
Located in Miami, FL
Whimsical handcrafted fish in shades of blue glazed ceramic made to be a flower pin frog vase, vessel. Maker's mark is underneath. Dorothy Steele Studio of Portland, Oregon Porcelain...
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1990s American Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Pottery, Paint

Idria Large Round Glass Vase in Mint Green by Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase with round body and angular shaped neck in mint green designed in 2016. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or strong statement piece for any room. Also avai...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Art Glass

Bruno Gambone Ceramic/Pottery Bottle/ Vase Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great sweet vase/bottle by the well known artist Bruno Gambone . signed and Italy in bottom.
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

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Pottery, Ceramic

Contemporary Repoussé Hexagonal Tall Jar in Antique Copper by Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hexagonal Short Jar Antique Copper Hand Repoussé Contemporary Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative r...
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2010s Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Copper

Modern Art Glass Vase
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Stunning in color and form. Blown art glass in a beautiful purple base, clear ball supporting a sleek tapered upper in lovely pink. Base and top trimmed in vibrant yellow. Perfect vi...
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1990s Unknown Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Blown Glass

fferrone Glass Decorative 2 part Contemporary Flower Czech Vase Handcrafted
Located in Chicago, IL
This Contemporary two-part clear Czech glass vase is both a flower frog, or flower arranger, and vessel. From a single stem to a complete arrangement, this vase celebrates flowers with its design and handcrafted techniques. Each flower frog's hole pattern is unique: it's created at just the right moment in the glass' molten state. The handcrafted Splash vase...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass

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