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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
French ceramicist, a pair of ceramic vases in turquoise glaze. Mid-20th century.
Located in København, Copenhagen
French ceramicist, a pair of ceramic vases in turquoise glaze. Mid-20th century. Marked with monogram. In excellent condition with natural cracks. Dimensions: H 13.5 cm. x D 13.5 cm.
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Set of 3 Hand Blown Murano Voda Vases / Bottles in Frosted Silver
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Introducing the Voda Bottle collection, an extraordinary trio of artisanal masterpieces designed to elevate any space with their serene elegance and exquisite craftsmanship. These bo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

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Silver Leaf

ISIDE I17, Man s Moorish Head, Handmade in Sicily, 2021, Colorful, 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 comb...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

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Enamel

Moor Heads Vases "Mars with gold", Handmade in Italy, 2019, Home Decor
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

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Gold Leaf

Vintage Modern Glass Vase Budveszel Gyula Hungary 1990s
Located in Debrecen, HU
This vintage glass vase is a unique piece that will add a touch of modern elegance to any space. Handmade in Hungary by Budveszel Gyula in the 1990s, this vase features a colourful d...
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1990s Hungarian Modern Vases

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Glass

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

Materials

Art Glass

Heart Vases Collection, love, 5 pieces, Handmade in Italy, Porcelain
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
A special collection of hand made italian luxury vases.  
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

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Porcelain, Ceramic

Torre 3 – Handcrafted Colorful Modular Sculptural Ceramic Vase
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Torre, Italian for ‘tower’, is a group of modular components that, when combined, create water-tight vases. Each component is interchangeable, allowing users to create distinctive de...
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2010s American Modern Vases

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Ceramic

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

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Murano Glass

Venini Port Vase in Coral Milk-White Glass by Edward Barber Jay Osgerby
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini Port vase in coral/milk-white by Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby. Limited Edition in 30 art pieces Color: Coral/Milk-White Technique: Opal Dimensions: Ø 30 cm, H 40 cm Yea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

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Glass

Venere V15, Man s Moorish Head, Handmade in Sicily, 2021, Hand Painted, 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 co...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

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Enamel

Collection of 2 Moor Heads "Mars x 2", 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...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

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Gold Leaf

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

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Blown Glass

Very Large Orange Italian Glass Vase with Yellow Dots
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Beautiful and very large orange colored glass vase. Fabricated in Italy in the 70's. This stunning vase has been hand-blown by skilled Italian artisans, who use traditional techniqu...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Vases

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Blown Glass

Italian Venetian Yellow Murano Glass Scavo Vase Contemporary 1990s
Located in Villaverla, IT
Italian Venetian Yellow Murano Glass Scavo Vase Contemporary 1990s This refined and elegant Venetian work of art was made in the island of Murano in the 1990s by Cenedese, following ...
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1990s Italian Modern Vases

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

Goddess E15, Woman s Moorish Head, Handmade in Sicily Vase, Size M, 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

Materials

Enamel

Fornasetti Vase Burlone Black/White
Located in MILANO, IT
Another classic of the Fornasetti catalogue, vases' uncommon shape mixed with the timeless beauty of Lina Cavalieri, Piero Fornasetti’s enduring muse, bring to life one of the most d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Bronze Gourd Vase by Rick Owens
Located in Geneve, CH
Bronze Gourd vase by Rick Owens 2019 Dimensions: L 11 x W 11 x H 36.7 cm Materials: Bronze Weight: 4.5 kg Rick Owens is a California-born fashion...
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2010s French Modern Vases

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Bronze

Occhi Vase in Red by Ludovico Diaz de Santillana, Tobia Scarpa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Occhi vase collection, designed by Tobia Scarpa and manufactured by Venini, consists of three different vases made of crystal murrine and coral glass. Indo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

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Glass

Glas Italia BOW 1 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

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Glass

Vittorio Ferro Vase with Unique Multicolor Murrine ca 1994
Located in New York, NY
Hand-blown glass vase with unique red, orange, yellow and taupe murrine by Vittorio Ferro, Murano Italy, ca 1994. Vittorio Ferro, born in 1932, was a first rate glass master who spen...
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1990s Italian Modern Vases

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Blown Glass

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

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Pottery, Ceramic

ISIDE I17, Man s Moorish Head, Handmade in Sicily, 2021, Colorful Vase Size M
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

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Enamel

Moorish Head, Handmade Sicily Vase, Size L, Colorful, Choose Paint Colors E19
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

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Enamel

Venini Clessidra Hourglass in Grape and Pink Murano Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Clessidra hourglass in grape and pink Murano glass by Paolo Venini and Riedizione. Limited edition in 99 art pieces each. Little grains of sand, impalpable and unnoticeable as a whol...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

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Murano Glass

Venini Where Are My Glasses? Double Lens Vase in Blue and Horizon by Ron Arad
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini double glass vase in aquamarine and horizon blue designed by Ron Arad in 2018. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or statement piece for any room. Also available in ot...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

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Art Glass

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

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Pottery, Paint

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

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

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Murano Glass

Venini Fazzoletto Opalino Small Vase in Grey 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

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Murano Glass

Goddess E15, Woman s Moorish Head, Handmade in Sicily Vase, Size S, 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

Materials

Enamel

Venere V15, Man s Moorish Head, Handmade in Sicily, 2021, Hand Painted, Size M
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

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Enamel

Jais Nielsen Four-Sided Stoneware Vase with Biblical Relief Motifs for Royal Cop
Located in Kastrup, DK
A four-sided stoneware vase by Jais Nielsen, created for Royal Copenhagen, 1930-1940. Featuring biblical motifs in relief, depicting the Three Wise Men and Joseph and Mary with the ...
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Early 20th Century Danish Modern Vases

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Stoneware

Hand-Blown Murano Frozen Vase in Light Amaretto Medium
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This hand-blown Murano "Frozen" vase in light amaretto is a true masterpiece. The rich, russet hue radiates warmth and sophistication, creating a striking contrast with the frosted, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

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Murano Glass

Mark Bell Porcelain Vase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For your consideration is this early circa 1995, delicately hand thrown, fine porcelain vase by Maine-based potter, Mark Bell. It has a semi gloss, mauve glaze with subtle variations...
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1990s American Modern Vases

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Porcelain

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

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Copper

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

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Copper

Hand Blown Murano Vase in Black Onyx and Clear with Bubbles
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This tall hand-blown Murano vase, crafted using the exquisite Sommerso technique, is a mesmerizing piece of art that embodies the timeless elegance of Venetian glassmaking. The vase ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

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Murano Glass

Trittico Ovale 1977 Vase by Carlo Moretti
Located in IT
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

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Crystal

Supernova Vase, Hand-Blown Murano Glass, Available in Different Colors, Size M
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The organically shaped bowls of different sizes and forms offer multiple opportunities of poetic harmony. The iridescent amber contains all the colors of the spectrum and fascinates ...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

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Blown Glass

Luxury Heart Vase "Gold Nugget". 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

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Gold Leaf

brown and white abstract color ceramic pottery vase by ATOI circa 2010 17 cm
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
ATOI (born in 1987) Unique handmade pottery ceramic vase Brown and white abstract colors original perfect condition signed under the base height 17 cm Large 13 cm
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Ghidini 1961 Tornado Vase in Polished Brass by Campana Brothers
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Spiral of brass, a dizzying vortex of reflected light. A thousand liquid rings rise from a hypothetical sea, expand and crown themselves with fragrant flowers. It’s a highly evocativ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

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Brass

Luxury Vase #BLM Black Lives Matter". 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

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Porcelain, Acrylic

Monofiore Carnevale Tall Glass Vase in Sapphire by Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase with full body and thin funneled neck with textured hexagonal shaped pattern atop surface of glass in sapphire. Featured in sapphire colored glass and designed in 2...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

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Art Glass

Fazzoletto Sabbiato Large Glass Vase in Orange 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. A light summer breeze leads us to discover the iconic Venini collection...
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20th Century Italian Modern Vases

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Glass

Hand Blown Murano Vase Goccia in Olive Tall
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The vase epitomizes the balance of luxury and artistry, a creation that draws inspiration from the timeless elegance of Venetian glassmaking traditions. Each piece is meticulously cr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

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Murano Glass

Millebolle Carlo Moretti Contemporary Murano Clear Glass Hand Etched Vase
Located in IT
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

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Glass, Murano Glass

Tommaso Barbi Modern Colored Glass Vase
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Italian glass vase by Tommaso Barbi Rome 1970 circa Original label Every item of our Gallery, upon request, is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity issued by Sabrin...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Vases

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Glass

Gemme Oval Glass Vase in Sapphire by Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase with shaped body and neck in sapphire designed in 2017. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or statement piece for any room. Also available in other colors o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

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Art Glass

1980s Modernist Mel Pottery Vase Textured Abstract Design
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1980s Modernist Mel Pottery Vase Textured Abstract Design Signed Mel 7 h x 5 diameter Preowned original vintage condition. Refer to images.
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1980s Vintage Modern Vases

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Pottery

Abstract white and brown sonteware ceramic vase or pot free form by ATOI c. 2010
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
ATOI ( Born in 1987 ) Large abstract free form white and brown stoneware ceramic vase or pot Unique handmade ceramic Signed by ATOI Circa 2010 Height 24 cm Large 35 cm Depth 3...
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2010s French Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Opalino Sabbiato Glass Vase in Grey by Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase with slim, oval shaped body and funnel shaped neck. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or strong statement piece for any room. It appears in refined colo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

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Art Glass

Nº 4 Contemporary Glazed Ceramic White Showtime Vase Collection by J. 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 curren...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Monofiore Balloton Glass Vase in Aquamarine with Red Thread Rim by Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase with full body and textured surface with hexagonal shaped pattern in aquamarine designed in 1970. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or strong statement pie...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

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Art Glass

Base Brass Vase by Aldo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
Base is a brass vase designed by Aldo Cibic with a modern sensibility reinterpreting the urn-like vase. The product is part of Table Joy Collection: an ...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases

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Brass

Contemporary Repousse Ju Wen Jarlet in Antique Copper by Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ju Wen Jarlet Antique Copper Hand Repoussé Limited Edition Contemporary Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering d...
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2010s Modern Vases

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Copper

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

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Murano Glass

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

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Brass

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

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Copper

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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