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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Venini Monofiore Carnevale Tall Glass Vase in Red
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Monofiore Carnevale glass vase collection, designed and manufactured by Venini, features two different shaped vases. Indoor use only. Dimensi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

White Ceramic Kawa Vase #14, Organic Porcelain Flower Vase, ceramic
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A porcelain flower vase with an organic and fabric-like form and texture. Clear glazed applied on interior surface. As a result of the production...
Category

2010s American Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

James Bearden Vessel
Located in Dallas, TX
James Bearden bronze over plasma-carved steel vessel, solvent dye coloring. Welded signature on bottom. From the artist's website: James Bearden is a celebrated American sculptor a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Vases

Materials

Bronze, Steel

Vase Vessel Sculpture in Black Marquina Marble Abstract Shape Collectible Design
Located in Ancona, Marche
Important sculptural vase carved by hand from a solid block of Marquina marble. Vase dimension: L 39 x W 17 x H 50 cm. Available in different marbles. Limited edition of 35. Each ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Marble

Alessandro Mandruzzato Tulip Vase in Peach Murano Glass, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Tulipano block vase in faceted glass. Very rare peach or salmon in color. Hand-blown in to a mold with facets finished by hand. Designed and made at the Murano workshop of Alessandro...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

ClassiCon Vase in Amethyst Violet by ClassiCon
Located in New York, NY
Hand blown glass vase in violet. In Stock. Dimensions: W 22 cm, H 20 cm. Also Available by special order in : Quarzgrau quartz grey Amethystviolett amethyst violet Bernsteinoran...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Ceramic Vase "CHANELLE" Handcrafted in 24kt Gold, by Gabriella B. Made in Italy
Located in Treviso, IT
Ceramic vase CHANELLE fully handcrafted in 24-karat gold cod. CH070 Measures: H. 165.0 cm. - Dm. 60.0 cm.
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Venini Opalino Large Indigo Milk White Inside Glass Vase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Satin glass vase, designed and manufactured by Venini, features the same shape of the iconic opalino vase with a frosted finish. Indoor use only. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Ceramic Vase "BRIX" Handcrafted in 24-Karat Gold by Gabriella B. Made in Italy
Located in Treviso, IT
Ceramic vase BRIX hand-finished in 24-karat gold code CA030 measures: H. 50.0 cm. - Dm. 18.0 cm.
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Venini Idria Medium Vase in Amber Milk White Murano Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Idria medium vase in Amber Murano glass by Venini. The Ancient Greek water vessel sheds its skin, as terracotta gives way to glass, thanks to Venini. Its design speaks of bygone days...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Multicolor Cylinder Vase by Giuliano Busato
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian multicolor cylinder Murano art glass vase hand blown with small bubbles / Made in Italy by Giuliano Busato, circa 1990s Original maker's mark underside Measures: Height 16.5 ...
Category

20th Century Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Venini Fazzoletto Opalino Medium Vase in Sapphire 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...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

New Modern Side Table in Travertine and Marble, Designer Ivan Colominas
Located in Milan, IT
Side Table in Travertine Navona and Emperador dark. Size: 50×50 cm. - 19,6x19,6 in. smooth finishing. Commercial name: Tivoli Side Table in marble, Tivoli Collection by the Spanish ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Marble, Travertine

Silver Water Vessel, Sculptural Object by Raju Peddada - "Ganga"
Located in Chicago, IL
"Ganga" is a remarkable example of minimalist design and natural form. The mythological name for eternity in India. Ancient grindstones, chakras and ceremonies are evoked in this fo...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Silver

Debbie Low Vase White Silver by Greg Natale
Located in Sydney,, NSW
Channelling the raw and rebellious energy of New York’s post-punk scene, the Debbie collection pays tribute to the legendary Blondie frontwoman with a mix of rock-and-roll audacity a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Vases

Materials

Silver

Contemporary Blue Glass Flower Blown Vase by Natalia Criado Circular Round
Located in Milan, IT
An exquisite piece from the wonder crystal collection, this handcrafted water container is a stunning fusion of clear and blue hues. Artfully blown from crystal, it features a spheri...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

New Modern Vase in red and white Marble, creator Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
small vase in red Levanto and white Michelangelo Marble. Size: 16.3 x 4 x 10.6 cm, smooth finishing. Commercial name: Arturo, Homage collection by the Italian Designer Matteo Cibic. Made in Italy, hand finished. This is not a vase but a card holder. Or perhaps a pen holder. Or maybe it is a vase, but with a mouth and ears. The important thing is understanding that one can be mistaken but still smile; like Cibic’s creations, which never renounce anthropomorphism and good cheer...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Marble

White Porcelain Kawa Vessel 8inch by Luft Tanaka Studio, handmade, ceramic
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A porcelain vessel with an fabric-like form and leather texture, made by casting liquid porcelain in sewn leather molds. Clear glaze applied on interior surface. As a result of the production process each vase is one-of-a-kind. Dimensions 7" diameter x 8" height 1 unit in stock, ships in 3-5days. Signed and dated. The Kawa Series is a collection of porcelain objects that are made by casting liquid clay into sewn leather molds. The precarious and beautifully-involved process is completely unique to Luft Tanaka Studio...
Category

2010s American Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Vase Vessel Sculpture Organic Shape Solid Block Blue Azul Marble Collectible
Located in Ancona, Marche
Important sculptural vase carved by hand from a solid block of Azul Macaubas. Vase dimensions: D 52 x H 45 cm, available in different quartzite, onyx and marbles. Limited edition ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Quartz

Venini Fazzoletto Bicolore Small Vase in Amber and Horizon Murano Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fazzoletto Bicolore Small Vase in Amber and Horizon Murano Glass by Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini. An exclusive new take on the Opalini technique from the 15th century makes its c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Vintage Ceramic Handcrafted Decorative Crumpled Vase
Located in McKinney, TX
This beautiful handcrafted ceramic vase is a wonderful vessel for your fresh or dried floral arrangements. Details: - Matte, textured glaze - 8.5" ta...
Category

20th Century Unknown Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Turned Wood Pine Vase Alberi Short Made in Italy
Located in Milan, IT
This pine wood vase is designed by the Italian studio Gumdesign and handmade for Hands on Design by Lorenzo Franceschinis, a talented artistic turner. The shape is simple and archaic...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Wood

21st Century Alessandro Mendini Murano Glass Small Vase Emerald Green
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
21st century Alessandro Mendini, Petalo small vase, 6 petals, Murano glass, various colors Petal is a rounded vase that, thanks to some fine metal wires, when blown creates lobed sha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Vase - Empire
Located in Murano, VE
The Impero collection is a profound tribute to the glorious history of Murano glassmaking, a series of vases made to honor a timeless tradition. These splendid objects are distinguis...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Tondo Doni Boboda Love Vase by Mario Cioni
Located in Milan, IT
An interpretation of the most powerful force in the world, this crystal vase is named Love and will be a stunning addition to a modern or classic interior. Its cognac-colored curves ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Multi-flower Vase in Black Crystal by Mario Cioni
Located in Milano, MI
Multiform vase in black crystal made by Mario Cioni Ø cm 18 h cm 18
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Crystal

Vase Vessel Sculpture Black Marquina Marble Handmade Italian Collectible Design
Located in Ancona, Marche
Important sculptural vase carved by hand from a solid block of Marquina marble. Vase dimension: L 51 W 30 H 44 cm. Available in different marbles. Limited edition of 35. Each va...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Marble

Contemporary Dark Blue Murano Glass Vase, Italy circa 1970
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Fantastic dark blue modern Murano glass vase, handcrafted in the renowed workshops of Murano in Italy around 1970. This example of a late 20th century Murano vase shows best how crea...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Canadian Contemporary Studio Pottery Vase - Hand Formed - Signed Dated - 1999
Located in Chatham, ON
Contemporary hand modeled and carved free form studio pottery glazed terracotta vase - signed and dated on the base - DANY (19)99 - expertly finished with a glossy brown glaze - ungl...
Category

Late 20th Century Canadian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Labuan Vase in Black with Blown Opal Glass by Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A classical form inspired by faraway places, magically projected in the contemporary world by the new colours. Drawing inspiration from exotic destinations in the Far East, Paolo ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Ceramic Vase Vessel 24 Karat Gold Luster Sculpture Spherical Centerpiece, Italy
Located in Recanati, IT
Sculptural vase handmade in Italy and decorated with the luster technique in 24 Kt gold. Dimensions: D 36 cm, H 40 cm. The entire manufacturing process is handmade in Italy. The vase...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold

Contemporary Amber Blown Glass Bowl by Natalia Criado Circular Round Cone
Located in Milan, IT
The gelato cup, designed by Natalia Criado is part of the wonder crystal collection. Handcrafted with a nod to 19th-century glassblowing techniques, this delightful piece features an...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Mark Griffiths Large Twin Handled Studio Pottery Vase with Grasses
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish English large twin handled studio vase decorated with wheat like grass stems by Shropshire based potter Mark Griffiths (British b.1956) and dating from the 1970’s. The...
Category

20th Century British Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

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.       
Category

20th Century German Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Viterra Art Glass Collection Strato Vase
Located in Stratford, CT
The Viterra Gallery Collection is focused on intricate European art glass techniques. It is crafted by a highly specialized team of master blowers with at least 20 years of experienc...
Category

2010s American Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

20th Century Italian Solid Silver Vase
Located in VALENZA, IT
Semi-round and flattened 800 solid silver vase. The vase was completely handmade in Milan - Italy - by the silversmith "L'artigiano del cesello" for Arva...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Silver

Gerold Porzellan Vase
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An elegant vase by German maker Gerold Porzellan, circa 1950. White glaze with gold accent.
Category

1950s German Vintage Modern Vases

Sculpture Vase Vessel Abstract Shape Black Marquina Marble Hand-carved Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Important sculptural vase carved by hand from a solid block of Marquina marble. Vase dimension: L 28 W 19 H 61 cm. Available in different marbles, onyx and quartzite. Limited e...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Marble

Miniature Bud Vase 2, Made from Brass and Patinated Finish
Located in Chicago, IL
Each of these delicately, handcrafted bud vases is perfect as an individual home accessory or whimsical series. Made of brass and hand tarnished, each bud vase has its own unique for...
Category

2010s American Modern Vases

Materials

Brass

Ceramic Vase "FLUTE" Handcrafted in Platinum by Gabriella B. Made in Italy
Located in Treviso, IT
FLUTE- Ceramic vase fully handcrafted in platinum code VS211 measures: Height 140.0 cm. - diameter 27.0 cm.
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Fabulous Murano Glass Vase - Vivarissimi
Located in Murano, VE
The Vivarisimi collection is a stunning series of vases handcrafted by master glassmaker Roberto Beltrami and his team of skilled artisans. These pieces celebrate the cyclical beauty...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Ceramic Vase "MERLINO" Handcrafted in 24kt Gold by Gabriella B. Made in Italy
Located in Treviso, IT
MERLINO - Ceramic vase handcrafted in 24-karat gold, white glazed inside cod. GL050 measures: Height 90.0 cm., diameter 28.0 cm.
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Brown stoneware woodfiring ceramic vase by Brigitte Chassang unique piece 2025
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Brigitte Chassang 2/3 Large abstract stoneware ceramic vase by Brigitte Chassang Unique handmade piece Woodfiring ceramic colors Original perfect condition Realised in 2025 sig...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

New Modern Vase L in White Arabescato marble, Designed by Jacopo Simonetti
Located in Milan, IT
Vase L in White Arabescato marble, designed by Jacopo Simonetti. Available also in Pink Egeo, Black Marquinia, White Onyx marble and in the S version. Armonia Collection: Inspired ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Marble

Venini Opalino Small Vase in Apple Green 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...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Toyo Modernist Hand Made Ceramic Ikebana Vase, Japan, 20th Century
By Toyo
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Toyo Hand Made Ceramic Ikebana Vase, Japan, 20th Century.
Category

20th Century Japanese Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Vase "BOB" Handcrafted in 24-Karat Gold by Gabriella B. Made in Italy
Located in Treviso, IT
Ceramic vase BOB handcrafted in 24-karat gold, white glazed inside cod. CP044 measures: H. 172.0 cm. - Dm. 40.0 cm.
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Vase "MUSE" Handcrafted in 24-Karat Gold by Gabriella B. Made in Italy
Located in Treviso, IT
Ceramic vase MUSE handcrafted in 24-karat gold and white glazed inside cod. VS222 measures: H 185.0 cm. Dm. 27.0 cm.
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Vase "DOLLY" Handcrafted in Platinum by Gabriella B. Made in Italy
Located in Treviso, IT
Ceramic vase DOLLY handcrafted in platinum cod. BD001 measures: H. 95.0 cm. - Dm. 42.0 cm.
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Vase "KIM" Handcrafted in 24-Karat Gold by Gabriella B. Made in Italy
Located in Treviso, IT
Ceramic vase KIM fully handcrafted in 24-karat gold cod. CP007 Measures: H. 90.0 cm. - Dm. 35.0 cm.
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Vase "BOB" Handcrafted in 24-Karat Gold by Gabriella B., Made in Italy
Located in Treviso, IT
Ceramic vase BOB handcrafted in 24-karat gold outside, white glazed inside cod. CP005 measurers: Height 107.0 cm. - diameter 30.0 cm.
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Guy Sydenham Poole Pottery Ltd Edn QEII Silver Jubilee Loving Mug
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A large and impressive Poole Pottery limited edition twin handled loving mug commemorating the Silver Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II in 1977 by renowned potter Guy Sydenham (British, 1916-2005). Guy Sydenham joined Poole Pottery in 1931 and completed a seven year apprenticeship. He was a master potter for more than 50 years and was renowned for the original work he created in the Poole Pottery Studio in the 1960’s and 1970’s. He worked as head of the ‘making department’ at Poole Pottery resigning in 1977 possibly making this commemorative one his last important works. This stylish twin handled stoneware mug (as it was called!) stands raised on a wide round base the rim carved with the words THE QUEENS SILVER JUBILEE 1952 – 1977. The piece has a narrow stem and a wide round cup shaped top with finely formed and elegant handles applied to either side. The is mounted with a relief molded medallion with a Lion, Unicorn and Crown and initials E II R. The medallion has a contrasting brown stained finish with a brown wash also applied to the edge of the foot. The body has a slightly textured satin brown glazed finish with a rich dark honey glaze...
Category

1970s English Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Ginostra Veined Pink Sphere Vase
Located in Milan, IT
A vase characterized by an expressive disruptive power. The flower, the most delicate element in nature, blooms in all its impetus from the lava surface, taking from that the rough a...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Crystal

Venini Deco Sabbiato Glass Vase in Red by Napoleone Martinuzzi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Historical vase designed by Napoleone Martinuzzi in opal glass with round horizontal ribs. The model is proposed with a sandblasted coat. Dimensions available: Ø23 x H24,5cm Kg...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Lalique Limited Edition Clear and Satin Finished Glass Macao Vase
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This large signed and numbered limited edition Lalique vase is titled Vase Macao and features a parrot motif executed in deep relief. The two birds are pose...
Category

1990s French Modern Vases

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Studio Pottery Vase - Manipulated Rim - Signed - Late 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Vintage wheel thrown studio pottery vase with twisted and manipulated rim - thin blue crackle glaze - signed 'OHK' on the base. Excellent vintage condition - no loss - no damage - n...
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Late 20th Century Canadian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

“Aria” Rose Matte Murano Glass Vase by Renzo Stellon for Salviati, 2008
Located in Aramits, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
“Aria” vase designed by Renzo Stellon for Salviati, Murano, Italy, 2008. Expertly mouth-blown in softly matte rose glass, this medium-sized vessel embodies the purity and lightness t...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass

Vase Vessel Decorative Sculpture Organic Shape White Marble Hand-carved Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Important sculptural vase carved by hand from a solid block of Arabescato marble. Vase dimension: D 30 x H 67 cm. Available in different marbles, onyx and quartzite. Limited edi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Marble

Black Glass Trumpet Vase by Hutschenreuther, Leonard, Germany, 1980s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Delicate black glass vase decorated with gold flowers by Leonard Paris. It was manufactured in Germany by Hutschenreuther during the 1980s.
Category

1980s German Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

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

Materials

Blown Glass

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