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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
X-Large Sculptural Vase #3 by Dena Zemsky
Located in New York, NY
Hand built, large-scale ceramic vase. Light blue glazed interior and textured exterior. Artist-signed on underside.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Tarnished Metal Vessel/Bowl, Sculptural Object by Raju Peddada - "Lacuna"
Located in Chicago, IL
A remarkable example of minimalist design and natural form, this tarnished metal vessel is both beautiful and functional. This proto-type by designer Raju Peddada is a shift in cont...
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Early 2000s Canadian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Metal

Abstract Murano Sommerso "Burri" Vase
Located in New York, NY
Home / Objects / Abstract Murano Sommerso "Burri" Vase PrevNext Embodying the legendary craftsmanship of Murano's glassmakers, this exquisite, hand-crafted Murano glass vase showcas...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Michel Jaubert vase
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Vase de forme libre par Michel Jaubert, belle qualité d'exécution.
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1970s French Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Bronze

Contrasto Vase in Crystal and Grape Blown Glass by Michela Cattai
Located in Brooklyn, NY
“Sleek and opaque blown glass – crafted using the "Mano Volante" technique – is juxtaposed with a shimmering multifaceted gem made from "cotisso" glass. An interplay that lends character and uniqueness to the work. Glass comes to life in a work that is almost organic. These two pieces by Michela Cattai...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Blown Glass

Italian Clear Murano Glass Vase by Cenedese
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1985 Italian clear Murano glass vase by Cenedese. It’s signed Cenedese Murano 1985 on the bottom(See detail photo).
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

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 22 x 37 cm.
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2010s Spanish Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Terracotta

Tall Red and Blue Handblown Glass Vase, Modern
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Modern red and blue handblown glass vase. This tall vase is rich red with cobalt blue colored rim. The black base meets the red glass making the vase striking and modern. It is large...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Blown Glass

Ercole Barovier for Barovier Toso, Murano Glass Primavera Vase, Italy 1980
Located in Catania, IT
Amazing, Vase in blown Murano glass BAROVIER & TOSO. Vase from the Primavera series. "Primavera" vase in Murano glass designed by Ercole Barovier and produced by Barovier & Toso in...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Elare Vase I
By HOMA
Located in Beyoğlu, 34
The ‘Elara Vase’ is a captivating creation that embraces contemporary design through its delightfully unpredictable formation. Born from an uncontrollable process, this vase stands o...
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2010s Turkish Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Blown Glass

Venini Murana Face Glass Vase in Wistaria by Fabio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase with oval body and neck and engraved facial expression designed by Fabio in 2016. Featured in wistaria colored glass. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Art Glass

Murano Clear Glass "Rostrate" Vase
Located in New York, NY
Artisan Murano clear glass vase with rostrate or beaklike protrusion design. In the manner of Barovier. Italy.
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Couple of green Moor Heads, Vase Centerpiece, Handmade in Italy, 2023, Bespoke
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Handmade piece in Italy. No mold. 90 Colors available. Sicily is the land of clay and handcrafted pieces. Love and jealousy melt inside those wonderful creations.
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Clay, Terracotta

Modern Polished Horn Patinated Bronze Vase by Maitland Smith
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Modern Polished Horn & Patinated Bronze Vase by Maitland Smith Elevate your interior with this Modern Polished Horn & Patinated Bronze Vase, a striking vase crafted by Maitland Smi...
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20th Century Modern Vases and Vessels

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Bronze

Hand Blown Murano Vase in Cobalt Blue with Bubbles
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Crafted with the timeless Bullicante technique, this hand-blown Murano vase embodies the meticulous artistry of Venetian glassmakers. Each bubble is carefully encapsulated within lay...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Hand-Blown Murano Battuto Vase in Tobacco Small
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Murano Battuto Vase in Tobacco, size large, is a masterclass in design and craftsmanship, brought to life through the renowned battuto technique. This traditional Venetian method...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Trittico Ovale 1977 Vase by Carlo Moretti
Located in New York, NY
Unique and extraordinary, it comprises the three most outstanding works in the history and creativity of Carlo Moretti. Exclusive objects that go beyond the borders of time, classics...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Crystal

Twenty-Seven Woods, Chinese Artificial Flower Vase Omega by Ettore Sottsass
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Twenty-seven woods for a Chinese artificial flower vase omega by Ettore Sottsass, Edited by Design Gallery Milano, 1995. Limited edition ...
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1990s European Modern Vases and Vessels

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Aluminum

1970 s Jaru Monumental White Ceramic Vase
By Jaru
Located in West Chester, PA
A fantastic artisan made sculptural ceramic vase fired in a white glaze finish by the California pottery company Jaru.
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Late 20th Century American Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Millebolle Carlo Moretti Contemporary Murano Clear Glass Hand Etched Vase
Located in New York, NY
Oval free hand shaped vase in transparent Murano glass with detailed hand cut irregular opaque bubbles designed in 1976 by Carlo Moretti. Carlo Mor...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Monofiore Sapphire Yellow Glass Vase by Laura de Santillana
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Monofiori glass bottle collection, designed by Laura de Santillana and manufactured by Venini, features six different shaped bottles. Indoor use only. Dimensions: Ø 9 cm, H 15 /...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass

"White" Heart 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 Regina Vase in Gray Glass by Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini Regina glass vase in gray by Rodolfo Dordoni. Blown handmade glass vases. Upper part, the crown, is covered by metal leaves. The lower part is gla...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Blown Glass

Incise Glass Bottle in Cornelian Orange by Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A multitude of shapes and colours. Every bottle has its own, chosen with care by Paolo Venini in 1956. Skilfully etched to conceal their imaginary content, they pique the curiosity o...
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20th Century Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass

Ceramic Sculpture 1980 Kaleidos Italy in Mendini Style
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Ceramic sculpture 1980 Kaleidos Italy, removable flat from the head, ceramic sculpture matte, very beautiful and large size. He remembers the style of the great Mendini.
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Moor Head Special Edition, Vase Centerpiece, Handmade in Italy, 2023, Bespoke
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Handmade piece in Italy. No mold. 90 Colors available. Sicily is the land of clay and handcrafted pieces. Love and jealousy melt inside those wonderful creations.
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Clay, Terracotta

Hand-Blown Murano Supreme Vase in Onyx Black Medium
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

Hand-Blown Murano Surpime Vase in Citrine Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Crafted in the heart of Murano by master artisans, the Surpime Vase in Citrine embodies the serene elegance of fine Italian glassmaking. Its delicate golden tone, soft and luminous l...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Unique Bronze Coupe by Rick Owens
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique bronze coupe by Rick Owens 2007 Dimensions: L 20 x W 20 cm Materials: Bronze Rick Owens is a California-born fashion and furniture has developed a unique style that he d...
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2010s French Modern Vases and Vessels

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Bronze

Hans Hedberg for Biot, France. Rectangular ceramic vase. 1970s/80s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Hans Hedberg (1917-2007) for Biot, France. Rectangular ceramic vase. Glazing in sand colours. Dating: 1970s/80s. Signed. In perfect condition. Dimensions: H 18.4 cm. x W 17.8 cm. x D...
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1970s French Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

5th Avenue NYC Skyline Contemporary Handmade Glass Art in Infinity Box
Located in New York, NY
5th Avenue, NYC offers a unique avenue view of the building previouly seen in the Skyscraper Series by using a mirrored box to create an infinity effect. Meant to recreate the long v...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Italian Contemporary Artistic Ceramic Vase by Amaaro, 2022
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian contemporary ceramic vase designed and produced by Amaaro, made by hand and enameled with oxides and crystallines, the work becomes a precious and sculptural object, engraved...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Hand Blown Murano Vase Massiccio Smoky
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite hand-blown tall Murano glass vase is a perfect blend of traditional craftsmanship and contemporary elegance. Featuring a captivating smoky hue, this vase brings a sens...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Moor Head Special Edition, Vase Centerpiece, Handmade in Italy, 2023, Bespoke
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Handmade piece in Italy. No mold. 90 Colors available. Sicily is the land of clay and handcrafted pieces. Love and jealousy melt inside those wonderful creations.
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Clay, Terracotta

ISIDE I21, Man s Moorish Head, Handmade in Sicily, 2021, Golden, Size L
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

Materials

Enamel

Snöljus Snowlight White Art Glass Vase by Ingegerd Råman for Orrefors
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine art glass vase by Orrefors. Entitled Snöljus or Snowlight. Designed by Ingegerd Råman. Together with its Orrefors box. Bearing an etched signature to the base: Orrefors. ...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Modern Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Hand-Blown Murano Cactus Vase in Grey Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Inspired by the sculptural elegance of desert flora, this hand-blown Murano Cactus Vase in grey is a refined expression of organic form and contemporary ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Bamboo and rattan vase stand
Located in Lugo, IT
Bamboo and rattan vase stand. H 143 cm 50/34 cm Good condition. Thanks
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Hand-Blown Murano Cactus Vase in Fern Green with Bubbles Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A striking fusion of organic form and Venetian mastery, this Hand-Blown Murano Cactus Vase in Fern Green with Bubbles radiates tactile poetry and sculptural grace. Its gently ribbed ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Hand-Blown Murano Cactus Vase in Fern Green with Bubbles Medium
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A striking fusion of organic form and Venetian mastery, this Hand-Blown Murano Cactus Vase in Fern Green with Bubbles radiates tactile poetry and sculptural grace. Its gently ribbed ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

21st Century Alessandro Mendini Murano Glass Large Vase Ocean Blue
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
21st century Alessandro Mendini, Petalo large vase 3 petals, Murano glass, various colors Petal is a rounded vase that, thanks to some fine metal wires, when blown creates lobed shap...
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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 Large
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 Olive Green Medium
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hand-Blown Modern Murano Vase in Olive Green exudes refined sophistication with its masterfully sculpted form and rich, organic hue. Handcrafted by the finest Venetian glass artisans...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

Circium Vase in Black Clay with Crawl Glazing by Kallia Panopoulou
Located in Geneve, CH
Circium Vase in Black Clay with Crawl Glazing by Kallia Panopoulou Dimensions: Ø 27 x H 39 cm. Materials: Stoneware. Available in different finish options: Black clay crawl glazing...
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2010s Greek Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Clay

God E17, Man s Moorish Head, Handmade in Sicily, Luxury Vase, Size L, Bichrome
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 co...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Enamel

Modern Hand Blown Glass "Coral Vase" Sea Creatures Centrepiece Nature Reef Deco
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Coral Vase A Hand-Blown Glass Vase by Simone Crestani Coral Vase is one of the pieces from the Coral Collection. This exquisite vase transforms the delicate and intricate beauty of...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass

Lagardo Tackett, Rare, Architectural Pottery Planter/Vase, Vessel USA 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is rare AP planter , designed by Lagardo Tackett , is kinda a reverse cone shape, as you can see in an old publication in picture, as INB 10. Could be ...
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1950s American Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

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Pottery

Post-War West Germany Brown and Yellow Vase
Located in Queens, NY
Post-War West Germany brown vase with center banding with geometric white and yellow pumice textured shapes.       
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20th Century German Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Contemporary Hand Repousse Antique Copper Willow Vase by Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Willow vase Antique copper Hand Repoussé Limited Edition Contemporary Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto sheet metal. The technique inv...
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2010s Modern Vases and Vessels

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Copper

Pietra Silver Vase by Greg Natale
Located in Sydney,, NSW
Evoking the organic architecture of Australian coastlines, the Pietra Silver Vase features extractions modelled from hand-cast forms. An innovative vessel that connects nature and cr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Vases and Vessels

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Silver Plate

Studio Ceramic Cachepot Planter by Gary McCloy for Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980’s Studio ceramic cachepot by Gary McCloy for Steve Chase. Grate for orchids or indoor plants. The finish is a crackle high gloss glaze with brush...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

A. D. Copier, Dutch ceramicist. Ceramic flower pot. 1930s/40s
Located in København, Copenhagen
A. D. Copier (1901-1991), Dutch ceramicist. Ceramic flower pot. Glaze in yellow-green hues. Industrial design. 1930/40s. Marked. Perfect condition. Dimensions: D 18.0 cm x H 6.4 cm.
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1930s Dutch Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Contemporary Handmade Ceramic Ash Vase XL, Red and White
Located in Brooklyn, NY
One of a kind ceramic ash vase in red clay with white speckled base, copper green glaze interior. The vase is comprised of two different clay bodies and features a raw, unglazed cera...
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2010s American Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Clay

Contemporary Red Lacquer 4 Petal Pot by Robert Kuo, Hand Repoussé, Limited
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4 petal pot Red lacquer Hand Repoussé Copper base Contemporary Limited edition Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang dynasty, circa 1600-1100 B.C. These pieces ...
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2010s Modern Vases and Vessels

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Copper

Venini Deco Glass Vase in Indigo by Napoleone Martinuzzi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase in aquamarine designed by Napoleone Martinuzzi in 1930. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or statement piece for any room. Dimensions: 26 cm diameter x...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Lene Regius small Handcrafted Ceramic Vase with Yellow Glaze and Graphic Motif
Located in Kastrup, DK
Handcrafted ceramic vase glazed in coral, red and yellow colors and a graphic motif in black and white. Height: 11,5 cm. Signed on the bottom. Lene Regius is a Danish ceramic art...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Italian Design Pair Metal Chrome Finish Vases
Located in Brescia, IT
The mirrored surfaces of this pair of stunning metal chrome cylinder vases, give a touch of light into a room. They can be filled with green branches or flowers and they suddendly b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Metal

Venini Incisi Thin Glass Vase in Marine Blue by Paolo Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Incisi glass vase collection, designed by Paolo Venini and manufactured by Venini, feature an engraved surface. Originally designed in 1956. Numb...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Hand Blown Murano Facet Vase in Amber Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite amber vase is a testament to the exceptional craftsmanship and artistic heritage of Murano glassmakers. Its rich amber hue is reminiscent of the warm glow of the Venet...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Ceramic vase attributed to the Imola Ceramic Cooperative
Located in Lugo, IT
Ceramic vase attributed to the Imola Ceramic Cooperative. Good condition. Thanks
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

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