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Modern Vases

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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Contemporary Gaetano Pesce Spaghetti L Vase Soft Resin Orange Dark Lavender
Located in barasso, IT
Spaghetti vase, clear orange, matt dark lavender. Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection. Measures: L...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

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Resin

Derek Clarkson Attributed Large Abstract Glazed Porcelain Studio Pottery Vase
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A tall and striking studio pottery porcelain vase decorated in abstract colored glazes on a celadon ground attributed to Derek Clarkson and dating from ...
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20th Century British Modern Vases

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Porcelain

Blue Butterflies Vase, Vessel Glazed Ceramic, Majolica Ornament, Handmade Italy
Located in Recanati, IT
Of extraordinary beauty and unique charm, the blue butterfly has always been considered the bearer of wishes. According to ancient beliefs it has the power to make dreams come true. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

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Ceramic, Majolica

Extra Large Tessellated Stone Floor Vase
Located in Denton, TX
Extra Large Tessellated Stone Floor Vase. Swirls of tan and white coloring. Can be used for indoor or outdoor decor.
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1980s Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Stone

Roger Herman Erotic Ceramic Vessel with Deconstructed Rim, Signed and Dated 97
By Roger Herman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An original ceramic vessel with an erotic theme by Roger Herman, signed and dated RH 97. Rim of vase is intentionally 'chipped' aka deconstructed. This piece is believed to be import...
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1990s American Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Venini Large Black Belt Oval Glass Vase in Crystal and Green by Peter Marino
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase in crystal and grass green with black decoration designed by Peter Marino in 2017. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or statement piece for any room. Also ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Number 5 Showtime 10 Vase by Jaime Hayon
Located in Geneve, CH
Number 5 showtime 10 vase by Jaime Hayon Dimensions: Diameter 23 x height 59 cm Materials: Made up of two pieces in glazed stoneware, with a white finish and 24-carat gold plated...
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2010s Spanish Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

Set Salta Leather Cream Sugar Alpaca Silver Leather
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
Set Salta Leather Coffee & Cream , Alpaca Silver and Goat Leather (3 pieces) 1 Salta Rectangular Tray 8" x 5" x 0.5" 1 Salta Sugar Pot with Spoon 2.2" x 2.5" 1 Salta Creamer 2.75" x ...
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2010s Argentine Modern Vases

Materials

Metal

Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Glass Vase W/ 24Karat White Gold Flecks
Located in New York, NY
This well scaled and materially exquisite Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Glass Vase W/ 24Karat white Gold Flecks originates from Italy during the 21st Century. With a reserved profile b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold

Alma Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Alma vase by Imperfettolab Dimensions: Ø 47 x H 44 cm Materials: Raw material Imperfetto lab Who we are ? We are a family. Verter Turroni, Emanuela Ravelli and our children ...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Fiberglass

Luxury Heart Vase "Ensemble". 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

Materials

Porcelain

Lalique Purple Glass Biches Vase
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Lalique Purple Glass Biches Vase This vase measures: 5.5 wide x 5.5 deep x 6.75 inches high and is in Great Vintage Condition We take our photos in a co...
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2010s French Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Venini Fazzoletto Opalino Medium Vase in Milk White 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

Materials

Murano Glass

Shiva Flower Vase by Ettore Sottsass, Pink, Glazed Ceramic, Spanish, XXth
Located in Barcelona, ES
Sottsass designed the Shiva Vase when travelling to Barcelona for love in 1973. He encountered many cultures, religious symbolism, and inspiration on his travels. The smooth, curving...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Venini Yemen Geometric Glass Vase in Multi-Color by Ettore Sottsass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase with geometric, circular shaped body and triangular neck and base. Designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1994. Featured in coral red, milk-white, black and light green col...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Hand Blown Murano Taper Wide Vase in Rust
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite vase, with its deeply rich amber hue, is a true marvel of craftsmanship. The multifaceted surface creates a mesmerizing dance, reflecting a warm, inviting glow that en...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Arne Bang signed stoneware vase with a ribbed body
Located in Kastrup, DK
Stoneware vase from the 1930s with a ribbed body and beautiful, intriguing glaze in brownish/grayish tones. Signed on the Bottom AB 37. Mint Con...
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Early 20th Century Danish Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Antique American Modern Classical Sterling Silver 18-Inch Vase
Located in New York, NY
Modern Classical sterling silver vase. Made by William B. Durgin in Concord, New Hampshire, ca 1920. Curvilinear with molded mouth and base; tapering sides and domed foot. Fully mark...
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Early 20th Century American Modern Vases

Materials

Sterling Silver

Ceramic Vase Designed by Keralouve Made by Charles Catteau
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Ceramic vase designed by Keralouve made by Charles Catteau (1880-1966). Signed Keralouve, Belgium, AD003 - MC. Belgium, CIRCA 1940.
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Late 20th Century Belgian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Hand-Blown Murano Fluid Vase in Clear with Emerald Green and Bubble Details
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Hand-Blown Murano Fluid Vase in Clear with Emerald Green and Bubble Details is a masterpiece of Venetian artistry, embodying the pinnacle of design and luxury. Its tall, robust f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Large Art Glass Floor Vase, Unstamped
Located in København, Copenhagen
Murano large art glass floor vase, unstamped. In perfect condition. Measures: 56 cm.
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20th Century Modern Vases

Twenty-Seven Woods for a Chinese Artificial Flowers, Vase F by Ettore Sottsass
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
F 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 pi...
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1990s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Brass

Hand Blown Murano Vase in Onyx Black Small
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This elegant Murano glass vase embodies the sophistication and timeless artistry of Venetian glassmakers. Its deep black hue, contrasted with the crystal-clear glass edges, evokes a ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Tall Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg
Located in San Francisco, CA
This wheel-thrown stoneware vase by Berndt Friberg features an extended, thin neck and a smooth glaze in hues of bold olives and greys. It exemplifies Friberg’s refined craftsmanship...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Artisan Murano Sommerso Glass Vase with Avventurina, Made-to-Order
Located in New York, NY
Hand-blown Murano glass vase meticulously crafted in rich shifting shades of turquoise with bands of gold avventurina that shimmer and vanish with the changes in light. The elegant ...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Jack in the Pulpit Floral Style Iridescent Art Glass Vase
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
Fine vintage Jack in the pulpit iridescent art glass vase, possibly by Heron Glass or Czech and dating from the 20th century. The vase has an amethyst tint and is hand blown with a t...
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20th Century British Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Konart Turkish Modern Abstract Twisted Glass Crystal Vase Centerpiece (A)
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Modern Abstract Turkish Konart Twisted Glass Crystal Vase Centerpiece (A). Approx 10 lbs. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 9" H x 7" W x 7" D.
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Christian Dior , silver plated very rare vase/vessel , marked
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an exquisite and rare Christian Dior vase with the Christian Dior Home Collection hallmark , plus Made in France. The design fixture like 7 hexagons all together in differen...
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1970s French Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Silver Plate

Jack in the Pulpit Floral Style Iridescent Art Glass Vase
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
Fine vintage Jack in the pulpit iridescent art glass vase, possibly by Heron Glass or Czech and dating from the 20th century. The vase has an amethyst tint and is hand blown with a t...
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20th Century British Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Venini Opalino Small Vase in Acquamarine 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 Op...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Monolith by Bravo Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Monolith by Bravo Studio Monolith BBB1 Materials: Cobarbalita stone Dimensions: Ø 7.5 × 20 cm Monolithic objects in Cobarbalita stone This new series of objects developed b...
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2010s Chilean Modern Vases

Materials

Stone

Michael Cho Studio Art Pottery Vase – Handcrafted Signed Ceramic Vessel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This stunning studio art pottery vase by Michael Cho is a masterfully handcrafted ceramic piece that showcases an elegant blend of textured matte and glossy glazed finishes. The exte...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Lino Sabattini for Fiat Italia 1970 Geometric Cylinder Tall Vase Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Cylinder geometric vase designed by Lino Sabattini (1925-2016). A modernism sculptural piece created in 1970, by the Italian silversmith and designer Lino Sabattini. This piece wa...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Pair of flamingoes lily flower candlesticks, Hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
This unique Pair of Flamingoes & Lily Flower Candlesticks by Senzo Duma Ceramics is a testament to South African artistry, meticulously hand-sculpted by Phomotso Mafura and vibrantly...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Fazzoletto Opalino Large Glass Vase in Horizon 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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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Atlantis Vase by Michael Bang for Holmegaard
Located in San Francisco, CA
Cased white glass with inky blue internal decoration and black rim, designed by Michael Bang for Holmegaard’s Atlantis range. Original label. Very ...
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1980s Danish Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Set Salta Flat Small, Medium Large Flower Vases, Alpaca Silver Onyx Stone
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
20 Cm X 8.5 Cm X 10.2 Cm//7.8" X 3.4" X 4" 30 Cm X 8.5 Cm X 10.2 Cm//11.8" X 3.4" X 4" 35 Cm X 8.5 Cm X 10.2 Cm//13.8" X 3.4" X 4" Salta province is called the beautiful, and this a...
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2010s Argentine Modern Vases

Materials

Stone, Onyx, Metal

Vintage Lenox Athenian Collection Vase
Located in Germantown, MD
This is a very nice Lenox China vase in the Athenian pattern. Also made in U.S.A. so it is Vintage Lenox. This vase measures 9 1/2 inches high, 3 3/4 at ...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 2 Bold Ada Planters by Llot Llov
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 bold Ada Planters by Llot Llov Dimensions: Ø 35 cm x H: 50 cm Pot 1: Ø 35 cm x 30 cm; Pot 2: Ø 20 cm x 20 cm Materials: brushed raw aluminium Also available in black powder-coated. Ada Planter was made in a metal spinning process out of aluminium, meant to be the new home for plants with roots. They come in four types, all can be filled from both sides, allowing for endless combinations from cactus as well as palm trees. The new edition is ready to order in brushed aluminium. The unpainted surface shows the raw Material. Each plant pot is hand-turned and hand-brushed and is reminiscent of an untreated Industrial piece. The slightly reflective metal surface creates a beautiful contrast to the fresh green leaves. The new planter...
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2010s German Modern Vases

Materials

Aluminum

Formia Murano Art Glass Vase Vessel Venetian Italian Glass Green Blue Aventurine
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A dazzling murano art glass vase by Formia Murano hand made on the Venetian island of Murano. This large vase is made using blue, green and copper aventurine canes meticulously place...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass

Fazzoletto Opalino Large Glass Vase in Indigo 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

Materials

Glass

Dali Vase Green, Glass Object
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
"Add an Artistic Touch to Your Space with the Captivating Dali Vase Glass Object Elevate your interior design with the mesmerizing beauty of the Dali Vase Glass Object. Inspired by t...
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2010s Turkish Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Titus I Large Blown Glass Vase by Jaime Hayon
Located in Milan, IT
Titus I is a large pink blown grass vase with a gunmetal stand. The product is part of the collection New Roman, by Jaime Hayon: inspired by the vessels of...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Metal

Venini Fazzoletto Opalino Medium Vase in Apple Green 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

Materials

Murano Glass

Venetian Scavo Vase in Blown Murano Glass Orange and Dawn Colors, Italy, 1980s
Located in Villaverla, IT
Venetian Scavo Vase in Blown Murano Glass with Orange and Dawn Colors Italy 1980s. This enchanting "scavo" vase stands out for the beauty of its shades...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

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

1960s Flavio Poli Design for Seguso Design Glass Submerged Vase
Located in Biella, IT
Flavio Poli for Seguso design vase glass years 1955 submerged glass vase Perfect condition a, very rare.
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Glas Italia BOW 4 Vase by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bow collection of Vasi by Glas Italia, designed by Piero Lissoni and presented at Salone del Mobile 2025, explores the beauty of imperfection and movement frozen in glass. Made of t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Venini Ritagli Glass Vase in Iridescent Red by Fulvio Bianconi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase in iridescent red designed by Fulvio Bianconi in 1989. Perfect for indoor home decor as a flower vase or statement piece for any room. Numbered edition for year. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Contemporary Coral Collection Hand-Blown Glass Vase and Serving Stands Deco
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
'Coral Collection Set' Introducing the exquisite Coral Collection Set, a breathtaking ensemble of hand-blown glass artistry by the renowned Simone Cre...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Dali Vase, Glass Object
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Glass object, glass vase, surrealism.
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2010s Turkish Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Japanese Bronze Vase
Located in San Francisco, CA
A decorative glossy Japanese modernist bronze vase with a fluted neck, with some mild patination. Signed on the base.
Category

2010s Japanese Modern Vases

Materials

Bronze

Tall Contemporary Decorative Flower Sleeve, English, Art Glass, Straw Silk Vase
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a contemporary decorative flower sleeve. An English, art glass and straw silk vase by Margaret Johnson. Beautiful colour with butterfly motif attracts the eye Displays a de...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Hand Blown Murano Vase Sphere in Clear with Onyx Black Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This hand-blown Murano vase, with its elegant spherical shape, is a remarkable piece that embodies the timeless artistry of Venetian glassmaking. The vase features a captivating comb...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Riflessi High Blown Glass Vase by Böijte–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 mouth blown glass. The collection ...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Red-Glazed Porcelain Vase with Floral Design
Located in San Francisco, CA
Red-Glazed Porcelain Vase with Floral Design A decorative Chinese porcelain plum vase, featuring a blue and white floral design on a red background, marked 製年德宣明大 on the body, meani...
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20th Century Chinese Modern Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Hand Blown Murano Barrel Vase in Amber XXL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an exquisite addition to your home decor, this amber vase embodies the pinnacle of luxury and sophistication. Crafted with meticulous precision, the vase features a stunni...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Handmade Ceramic Spikes White Decorative Vase VI
Located in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, AR
Beautiful white decorative vase with spikes, perfect for showcasing your cherished blooms. Providing a unique perspective from every angle, this handmade ceramic vase blurs the line ...
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2010s Argentine Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Pottery

Luxury Heart Vase "Orazio". 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

Materials

Porcelain

Monolith by Bravo Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Monolith by Bravo Studio Monolith FF1 Materials: Cobarbalita stone Dimensions: Ø12.5 × 2.5 cm Monolithic objects in Cobarbalita stone This new series of objects developed b...
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2010s Chilean Modern Vases

Materials

Stone

Vase 0021 Grès Roux Chamotté by Marta Dervin
Located in Geneve, CH
Vase 0021 Grès Roux Chamotté by Marta Dervin Dimensions: ø6-7 x H 27 cm Materials: Stoneware Marta Dervin works with stoneware and porcelain that she shapes...
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2010s French Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Modern vases for sale on 1stDibs.

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