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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
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

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Murano Glass

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

Materials

Blown 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

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Terracotta

Orrefors Vase
Located in Bridgewater, CT
Ariel girl and dove vase by Edvin Öhrström for Orrefors of blue, silver and clear glass. Signed and dated.
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20th Century Swedish Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

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

Materials

Silver Plate

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

Materials

Bronze

Kosta Boda, Sweden. Large, slim-necked art glass vase. 1980s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Kosta Boda, Sweden. Large, slim-necked art glass vase. Mouth-blown. Glass in purple and yellow tones. 1980s. Label. Perfect condition. Dimensions: Height 37.0 cm. x Diameter 12.0 cm.
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1980s Swedish Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

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

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

Materials

Murano Glass

Nº 2 Contemporary Glazed Ceramic Yellow Showtime Vase Collection
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Nº 2 Contemporary Glazed Ceramic Yellow Showtime Vase Collection Materials: Ceramic Dimensions: Diam. 13 cm x H 34 cm The Showtime Vases are just as current as when we l...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Nº 5 Contemporary Glazed Ceramic White Showtime Vase Collection by J. Hayon
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Nº 5 Contemporary Glazed Ceramic Napoleon Blue Showtime Vase by Jaime Hyon Materials: Ceramic Dimensions: Diam. 23 cm x H 59 cm The Showtime Vases are just as current as...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

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

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

Materials

Murano Glass

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

Materials

Art Glass

Italian Contemporary Ceramic Green 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

Materials

Ceramic

Contemporary Blue Green Ceramic Vases Designed by Capperidicasa, Made in Italy
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Contemporary ceramic vases set hand-engraved with matte enamel, solid wooden hood, new design by Capperidicasa, made in Italy. Dimensions: Diameter 18...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

21st Century Chamelea II Small Pink Ceramic Vase Designed Chiara Andreatti
Located in Milan, IT
Chamalea is a vase in ceramic designed by Chiara Andreatti for Paola C., and it is part of the collection Coquille, a family composed of cake stands, centrepieces, fruit bowls and va...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

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

Materials

Copper

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

Materials

Copper

Nº 1 Contemporary Glazed Ceramic Black Showtime Vase Collection
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Nº 2 Contemporary Glazed Ceramic Yellow Showtime Vase Collection Materials: Ceramic Dimensions: Diam. 19 cm x H 33 cm The Showtime Vases are just as current as when we l...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

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

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Majolica

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

Materials

Ceramic

Matt Moor Head Vase, Handmade in Sicily, Gold Leaf, Colors Customizable
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

Campana Large Vase in Glass Blown in a Mold Designed by Aldo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
Campana is a blown in a mold glass vase designed by Aldo Cibic, a useful and versatile object that can be both a flower vase and an ice bucket. Its simple and elegant Silhouette make...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

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

Materials

Marble

Unique Trio of Bottles, Hand-Sculpted and Signed by Lukasz Friedrich
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of three brass and steel bottles Signed and numbered vases Measures: brass bottle 16.5 x 5 x H 39.5 Finish: patinated brass, wax White steel bottle 40 x 6 x H 28,5 cm Fini...
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2010s European Modern Vases

Materials

Brass

Vanessa Mitrani Red Hand Blown Glass Vase with Braided Brass Surround
Located in Troy, MI
New mouth blown vase in red with a braided brass surround by French glass artist Vanessa Mitrani. Free form biomorphic shape lends a sculptural quality...
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2010s French Modern Vases

Materials

Brass

Deco Medium Vase in Indigo by Napoleone Martinuzzi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Historic vase designed by Napoleone Martinuzzi in opalino glass characterized by round horizontal ribs. The model is proposed in three shades of colour and in three sizes. Rhythm"...
Category

20th Century Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

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

Materials

Blown Glass, Murrine

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

Materials

Ceramic

Nº 4 Contemporary Glazed Ceramic Pink Showtime Vase Collection by Jaime Hayon
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Nº 4 Contemporary glazed ceramic showtime white vase collection by Jaime Hayon. Materials: Ceramic Dimensions: Diam. 21 cm x H 48 cm The Showtime Vases are just as curre...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

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

Materials

Glass

Monofiore Balaton Short Glass Vase in Amber with Horizon 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

Materials

Art Glass

Venini Tiara Large Vase in Horizon and Amber Murano Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tiara large vase in horizon and amber Murano glass by Francesco Lucchese for Venini. The art of glassmaking meets the endless potential of light. A jewel-like creation that carries a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Luxury Heart Vase "Octopus". 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

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

Materials

Art Glass

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

Materials

Murano Glass

Vittorio Ferro Murrina Murano Glass Vase
Located in New York, NY
A Vittorio Ferro 'Murrina' Murano glass vase Clear glass with fused marbled murrhine in hues of blue and yellow. Marked: Ferro Vittorio.
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1660s Italian Antique Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Luxury Heart Vase "Butterflies". 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

Acrylic, Porcelain

Limited Edition Modern Vase Yermilov CSL2 by NOOM in Oxidized Copper and Steel
Located in Paris, FR
Yermilov vase, one of the vases from the "Suprematic" collection. The collection inspired by the geometric works of the great Suprematist Kazimir Malevich. Suprematism is a modernist...
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2010s Ukrainian Modern Vases

Materials

Steel, Copper

Crystal Water Vase in Murano Glass with Flowers and Gold Leaf Venice Italy 1970s
Located in Villaverla, IT
Crystal Water Vase in Murano Glass with Flowers and Gold Leaf Venice Italy 1970s Entirely handcrafted in the 1970s in Murano, the Venetian island famous for its unrivalled glass tra...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Gold

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.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Ioan Nemtoi Modern Monumental Studio Art Glass Vase, Bucharest, Romania
Located in Miami, FL
Ioan Nemtoi Modern Monumental Studio Art Glass Vase, Bucharest, Romania Offered for sale is a large and quite substantial studio-blown art glass vase by Ioan Nemoti of Bucharest, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Romanian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

Twenty-Seven Woods for a Chinese Artificial Flower Vase S by Ettore Sottsass
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Twenty-seven woods for a Chinese artificial flower vase S by Ettore Sottsass, edited by Design Gallery Milano, 1995. Limited edition of 12 signed and numbered pieces, number 10 ...
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1990s European Modern Vases

Materials

Wood

Modern Clear Glass Candleholder or Vase, a Pair
Located in Plainview, NY
A pair of high quality modern large clear glass candle holders or vase in wine glass shape. The exquisite pair of candle holders is very dec...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Iside I21, Man s Moorish Head, Handmade in Sicily, 2021, Golden, 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

Materials

Enamel

Luxury Heart Vase "Thorns 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 ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Porcelain, Acrylic

Delaunay Vase CS7 - Contemporary bold design by Noom in Copper and Steel
Located in Paris, FR
Delaunay vase, one of the vases from the "Suprematic" collection. The collection inspired by the geometric works of the great Suprematist Kazimir Malevich. Suprematism is a modernist...
Category

2010s Ukrainian Modern Vases

Materials

Steel, Copper

Contemporary Glazed Ceramic Explorer Vase No.2
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Contemporary Glazed Ceramic Explorer Vase No.2 Materials: Ceramic Dimensions: D 25 cm x W 25 cm x H 35 cm The Showtime Vases are just as current as when we launched them...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Modern Set of 3 Unique Ceramic Artisan Vases Handmade in Spain, White / Natural
Located in Carballo, ES
Geometry set of 3 vases made of ceramic. The vases are vitrified so they are made to place water inside, with high quality stoneware in the Galician town of Buño, known throughout th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Stoneware

Goddess E11, Woman s Moorish Head, Handmade in Sicily Vase, Size M. Monochrome.
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...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Enamel

Set of 5 Contemporary Decor Glazed Ceramic Showtime Vase Collection
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of 5 Contemporary Decor Glazed Ceramic Showtime 10' vase collection. Materials: Ceramic, gold Dimensions: Nº1: Ø19 x H 33 cm Nº2: Ø1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Vases

Materials

Gold

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

Set of 3 Contemporary Decor Glazed Ceramic Explorer Vase Collection
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of 3 Contemporary decor glazed ceramic explorer vase collection. Materials: Ceramic Dimensions: Nº1: D 23 cm x W 23 cm x H 40 cm Nº2:...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Vases

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.
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Clay, Terracotta

Limited Edition Modern Vase Genke CSL5 by Noom with Burned Steel Accent
Located in Paris, FR
Genke vase, one of the vases from the "Suprematic" collection. The collection inspired by the geometric works of the great Suprematist Kazimir Malevich. Suprematism is a modernist mo...
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2010s Ukrainian Modern Vases

Materials

Steel

Richard Uhlemeyer Vase and Jar Ceramic German Pottery Green and Terra Cotta Red
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vase and jar created by Richard Uhlemeyer, German ceramist, beautiful glaze in dark green and terra cotta red shades, Vase size 16cm diameter x 16 cm hight Jar size 16cm diameter ...
Category

1940s German Vintage Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Gemme Short Glass Vase in Grass Green by Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase with shaped body and neck in grass green designed in 2017. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or statement piece for any room. Also available in other color...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Venini Fazzoletto Opalino Small Vase in Red Murano Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fazzoletto Opalino Small Vase in Amber Murano Glass by Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini. An exclusive new take on the Opalini technique from the 15t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Collection of 4 Vases Moor Head, Handmade in Italy, 2019, Unique Design
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

Modern vases for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern vases for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage vases created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern vases made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original vases, popular names associated with this style include Venini, RAAQUU, VG-VGnewtrend, and Carlo Moretti. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for vases differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $28 and tops out at $45,920 while the average work can sell for $993.

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