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Space Age Vases

SPACE AGE STYLE

Vintage Space Age furniture captured post–World War II optimism with swooping shapes, bowed lines and experimentation with new materials including plastic and fiberglass.

From the launch of the Sputnik 1 satellite in 1957 to the landing of Apollo 11 astronauts on the moon in 1969, the space race between the Soviet Union and the United States propelled advancements in technology that transformed culture. Space Age design encompassed fashion, architecture, cars, furniture and objects for the home, bringing wonder and hope for the future into everyday life.

Coinciding with Pop art, Space Age style featured bold colors and forms. Eero Aarnio’s Ball chair, which debuted in 1966, used molded fiberglass for a capsule-like space while Verner Panton’s 1959 Panton chair was a single piece of molded plastic for a gravity-defying S shape. Red versions of Olivier Mourgue’s 1964 Djinn chair were futuristic enough to appear on the space station in Stanley Kubrick’s 1968 film 2001: A Space Odyssey. Today, Joe Colombo is revered as a master of modern Italian design thanks to the provocative modular furniture pieces he created, such as the Tube chair and the Elda armchair, both of which embody the future-forward spirit of the Space Age.

The Space Age spirit extended to home building too. The futuristic Case Study Houses, which were designed by the likes of Pierre Koenig, Charles and Ray Eames, Richard Neutra and Whitney R. Smith, are considered a high point of modernism and the Southern California lifestyle.

Sometimes the nods to space exploration were more literal, like moon and star motifs or the 1965 Eclisse lamp by Vico Magistretti that saw the mid-century Italian designer integrating a movable inner shade to “eclipse” the light source. Alongside the pioneering moon missions, JVC manufactured the Videosphere portable television reminiscent of the Apollo 11 space helmets.

Although the style faded in the 1970s — with the 1975 joining of the Apollo and Soyuz spacecrafts signaling a new era of cooperation and the global oil crisis impacting the availability of plastics — the era’s innovations influenced designers into the 21st century such as Zaha Hadid and Djivan Schapira.

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Style: Space Age
Seventies vase by Carstens Keramik Germany
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Very nice model of a 70s Carstens Keramik vase.
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1970s Dutch Vintage Space Age Vases

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Ceramic

Seventies Fat Lava Vases Germany (3 pcs)
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Three vibrant colored vases. The highest vase is from Scheurich Keramik and the height is 28 cm The orange vase is from Bay Keramik and its height is 20 cm The triangle vase is fro...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Vases

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Ceramic

1970s Gorgeous Set of 3 Vases in Murano Glass by Nason, Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
1970s gorgeous set of 3 vases in Murano glass by Nason. The items are in excellent condition. Handmade. Made in Italy Dimension: Diameter 3,14" x 11,02" Height inches Diameter 8 c...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern Space Age Vase by Kingston Pottery
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Beautiful timeless piece of ceramics by Kingston Pottery UK.
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1970s British Vintage Space Age Vases

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Ceramic

Set of Two Vintage Matching Glass, Tall Vase and Low Bowl, Engraved Decorations
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage set of two matching glass pieces, a tall vase and a low bowl, both made in the same shade of clear glass and both with a frosted/sandblasted surface and egraved decorations t...
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Vases

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Glass, Art Glass, Cut Glass

1990s Space Age Silver Plated Atomes Vase by Richard Hutten for Christofle
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A silver plated and glass vase designed and manufactured in France by Christofle, it has never been used and it came in original box. Richard Hutten, a renowned Dutch designer known for his innovative and playful approach to design, collaborated with Christofle, a prestigious French silverware and luxury goods manufacturer, to create the Atomes Vase...
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Late 20th Century French Space Age Vases

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Silver Plate

Seventies Green Vase or Jug
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Stunning large Seventies Vase in Green
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1970s Dutch Vintage Space Age Vases

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Ceramic

1970s Stunning Original Big Scheurich Lava Vase
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Stunning Original Big Scheurich Lava Vase in excellent condition. This vase is beautiful, it seems a sculpture Dimensions: diameter 4,72" x 12,59"...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Ceramic

Mid-century metal fruit vase, Italy 1960s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Beautiful vintage metal fruit vase made in Italy in the 1960s. Unusual design and details. It is very well-preserved, It represents the patina expected from a metal object over 50 y...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Vases

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Metal

Vintage Space Age Set Opaline Florence Vase, Empoli, 1955
Located in Verviers, BE
Vintage opaline from Florence. This is a rare color and size, a must have for any collector. Looks simply stunning. The piece is in excellent condition and a real beauty! With best wishes, Geert ?Early Bird Gallery...
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1950s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Murano Glass, Opaline Glass

Vintage Space Age Set Opaline Florence Vase, 1955
Located in Verviers, BE
Vintage opaline from Florence. This is an unusual period colorway and size, that will give a midcentury touch to your interior. Size of the smaller one H 12.6 in x D 4.33 in. ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Murano Glass, Opaline Glass

Vintage sculptural Rare Ceramic Vase in Chrome Finish , with holes 1970 s
Located in Milano, IT
Ceramic Vase - Ceramic Sculpture - Italian Ceramic Vase - Rare Object This is an intriguing and rare ceramic vase, coated in a shiny chromed paint coat. Handcrafted in a playful an...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Ceramic

Fratelli Toso Murano Opalescent Lavender Bubbles Italian Art Glass Flower Vase
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown opalescent, light purple / lavender and controlled bubbles Italian art glass flower vase. The piece is documented to the Fratelli Toso company. It...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Vases

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass

Vintage Space Age Opaline Florence Vase, Empoli, 1955s
Located in Verviers, BE
Vintage opaline from Florence. This is a rare color and size, a must have for any collector. Looks simply stunning. The piece is in excellent condition and a real beauty!  ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Murano Glass, Opaline Glass

Large Orange Fat Lava Vase West Germany Carstens 7315-45
Located in Poperinge, BE
Beautiful large orange fat lava vase, by Carstens, West Germany, 1960s-70s, numbered at the bottom 7315-45. West Germany was actually a collective name for ceramics that came onto t...
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Vases

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Ceramic

Italian Space Age White Vase in Glazed Ceramic by Bitossi 1970s
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Stunning large Bitossi white vase with drops 1970s A little ware on some of the drops.
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Ceramic

1970s Italian Space Age Black Plastic Planters by Anna Mazzucchelli
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
This rare pair of 1970s planters, model “Memory,” is a striking example of Italian space age design. Created by architect Anna Mazzucchelli for the brand Programma Vastill, these squ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Plastic

Vintage Fluid and Massive Murano Sculpture in "Sommerso" Clear and Green Glass
Located in Milano, IT
Very big and heavy Murano vase in "Sommerso" glass. The peculiar technique, translating to "submerged", consists in joining two layers of different colours glass, so that one looks to be absorbed by the other. In this case, the two colours are green for the core and clear/crystal for the outer layer. The piece is fluid, and is an abstract sculpture in its own right beside being an actual vase. It is preserved in very good original conditions, with minor scratches/hairlines and the expectable patina of a four decades old object...
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1980s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Vintage Space Age Pitcher, Opaline Florence Vase, circa 1955
Located in Verviers, BE
Vintage pitcher vase by Opaline di Florence. High contrast black red and white decor This is a rare color and size, a must have for any collector...
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1950s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Murano Glass, Opaline Glass

Aquamarine, Orange and Gold Leaf 1970s Murano Glass Vase by F.lli Toso
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Small multicolored vase in clear, orange, aquamarine and gold leaf Murano glass by Toso Italian glasswork. Excellent condition.
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Murano Glass

Studio Opi, White space age mod. Ikebana C ceramic vase, Gabbianelli Italy 1970
Located in Firenze, IT
White modern ceramic / ashtray / vase mod. Ikebana C designed by Studio OPI (F. Bettonica, M. Melocchi) Italy ca. 1970 Marked under the base H 13 cm - 24 × 24 cm Conditions: exce...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Ceramic

Vintage Space Age Set Opaline Florence Vase, Empoli, 1955
Located in Verviers, BE
Vintage opaline from Florence. This is a rare color and size, a must have for any collector. Looks simply stunning. The piece is in excellent condition and a real beauty! With best wishes, Geert ?Early Bird Gallery...
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1950s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Murano Glass, Opaline Glass

Glass vase with circle pattern IVV production
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Large Poliedri wall lamp, design and production by Venini, Italy, 1950. Wall lamps composed of Polyhedron elements in blown crystal glass, arranged on several levels. This iconic mod...
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Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Vases

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Glass

Mid-century modern iridescent ceramic, Paoli Italy 1970s
Located in Firenze, IT
Mid-century space age iridescent ceramic Paoli Ceramics, Montelupo, Italy 1970s H: 15.5 cm - 22 × 22 cm Conditions: excellent, no defects
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Ceramic

White, Red and Brown 1960s Murano Glass Vase Attributed to Salviati
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Thick Murano glass vase or bowl in white, red and brown colors attributed to Salviati Italian glasswork. Very good condition: light scratches under the base.
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Murano Glass

Large orange clear Murano glass 1970s vase/umbrella stand by Cardin for Venini
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Large orange & clear Murano glass vase/umbrella stand designed by Pierre Cardin for Venini in the 1970s.The vase is made with the mold casting...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Murano Glass

Vintage Boho Hand Painted Santo Domingo Terra Cotta Pot
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exceptional vintage ceramic vessel showcases striking hand-painted geometric designs inspired by traditional Southwestern or Native American pottery, particularly referencing th...
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Mid-20th Century American Space Age Vases

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Terracotta, Paint

A 20th century vintage art glass vase by Jan Beranek
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The 20th-century vintage art glass vase by Jan Beránek is a captivating piece that embodies the rich history and artistic innovation of mid-century glass design. Crafted by Jan Berán...
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Late 20th Century Czech Space Age Vases

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Art Glass

1970s Astonishing Space Age Brown Vase in Ceramic by Gabbianelli, Made in Italy
Located in Milan, IT
1970s Astonishing space age brown vase by Gabbianelli, made in Italy.
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1970s European Vintage Space Age Vases

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Ceramic

1970s Italian Sculptural Trio of Plastic Planters by Michael McCann for Vastill
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Offered here is a trio of modular plastic planters from 1970s Italy, a vibrant example of mid-century modern and space age design. Made of durable injection-molded plastic, the set i...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Plastic

Vintage Boho Original Studio Pottery Coil Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This striking vintage studio pottery vase showcases a beautifully handbuilt coil design, celebrating the organic charm and artistic freedom of Boho and artisan-crafted ceramics. Its ...
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Late 20th Century American Space Age Vases

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Pottery

Artisanal Green Murano Glass Vase, 1970s Italian Design
Located in Madrid, ES
This striking emerald green vase is a remarkable example of Murano glass artistry from the 1970s. Handblown in Venice using traditional techniques, the piece features an expressive p...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Murano Glass

Space age yellow ceramic vase, Pietro Arosio, Parravicini Italy ca. 1960
Located in Firenze, IT
Yellow space age ceramic vase designed by Pietro Arosio Parravicini Italy ca. 1960 Labelled under the base. H 31 cm - 13 × 11 cm Conditions: excellent consistent with age and use.
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Ceramic

Space age set of 2 green ceramic vide poche, Sicart Italy ca. 1970
Located in Firenze, IT
Space age set of 2 gree ceramic vase / vide poche Sicart, Italy ca. 1970 Label Sicart on the side H 21 cm - 19.5 × 22 cm H 15.5 cm - 13.5 × 17 cm Conditions: excellent consisten...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Ceramic

Mid-20th Century Space Age Modern Reflective Silvered Glass Footed Vase, Italy
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-20th century Space Age modern reflective silvered glass footed vase, Italy By: unknown Material: glass, silver Technique: cast, molded, polished, silvered Dimensions: 7 in x 8.5...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Vases

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Silver

Multicolored Sommerso Glass 1960s Vase by Flavio Poli for Seguso/Eko
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Advertising vase made by Seguso for the well-known guitar company Eko. The vase is attributed to Flavio Poli. It was made with the "sommerso" glass technique in the stylized but reco...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Murano Glass

Italian deep blue ceramic vase centerpiece by Sele Arte, Nove 1970s
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Beautiful sculptural centerpiece in blue glazed ceramic by Sele Arte, from Nove (Vicenza), Italy. Perfect vintage condition. This vase it's original and feat...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Ceramic

Space age orange ceramic vase, Sicart Italy ca. 1970
Located in Firenze, IT
Space age ceramic vase attributed to Sergio Asti Sicart Italy ca. 1970 Marked under the base. Sicart H 18 cm - 22 cm diam. Conditions: excellent consi...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Ceramic

Sculptural Aluminum Vase, 1970s
Located in PARIS, FR
Vase with Fluid and Dynamic Lines, 1970s. Entirely crafted in polished mirror-finish aluminum, its organic shape evokes a movement captured in metal, playing with reflections and lig...
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Late 20th Century European Space Age Vases

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Metal

Late 20th Century Bulbous Polished Glass Yellow Vase of Scandinavian Design
Located in North Miami, FL
Late 20th century bulbous polished glass yellow vase of scandinavian design By: unknown Material: glass, enamel Technique: cast, enameled, glazed, polished Dimensions: 11 in x 10 in...
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Late 20th Century Scandinavian Space Age Vases

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Enamel

Blue Clear Murano Glass 1960s-1970s Vase/Bottle Attributed to Barovier e Toso
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Thick Murano glass vase/bottle in blue shades attributed to Barovier and Toso Italian glasswork. Excellent condition.
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Murano Glass

Pair of Vases in Murano Light Green and White Color, 1970, Italian
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Murano We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'V...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Murano Glass

Set of 2 Space Age Flower glass and metal vases design by Lisa Mori, Italy 1980s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
If you're looking to add a striking piece of vintage Italian design to your home, this Set of 2 Space Age Flower glass and metal vases by Lisa Mori is a must...
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1980s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Metal

Space age white H letter shaped ceramic solifleur vase, Marcel Radureau ca. 1970
Located in Firenze, IT
Space age white H letter shaped ceramic solifleur vase Creations Marcel Radureau France ca. 1970 H 20.5 cm - 13.5 × 6 cm Conditions: excellent consistent with age and use.
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1970s French Vintage Space Age Vases

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Ceramic

Space age blue H letter shaped ceramic solifleur vase Creations Marcel Radureau
Located in Firenze, IT
Space age blue H letter shaped ceramic solifleur vase Creations Marcel Radureau France ca. 1970 H 20.5 cm - 13.5 × 6 cm Conditions: good consistent with age and use. Chips on the...
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1970s French Vintage Space Age Vases

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Ceramic

Space age orange Y letter shaped ceramic solifleur vase, Marcel Radureau 1970s
Located in Firenze, IT
Space age orange letter shaped ceramic solifleur vase Creations Marcel Radureau France ca. 1970 H 20.5 cm - 14 × 6 cm Conditions: good consistent with age and use. Small chip on ...
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1970s French Vintage Space Age Vases

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Ceramic

1970s Astonishing Space Age White Vase by Gabbianelli, Made in Italy
Located in Milan, IT
1970s astonishing Space Age white vase in ceramic by Gabbianelli. Made in Italy.
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1970s European Vintage Space Age Vases

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Ceramic

Franco Bettonica, Space age rare red ceramic vase, Gabbianelli Italy ca. 1970
Located in Firenze, IT
Red space age ceramic vase designed by Franco Bettonica Gabbianelli Italy ca. 1970 Marked under the base. H 30 cm - 19.5 cm diam. Conditions: excellent consistent with age and use.
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Ceramic

Franco Bettonica, Space age rare green ceramic vase, Gabbianelli Italy ca. 1970
Located in Firenze, IT
Green space age ceramic vase designed by Franco Bettonica Gabbianelli Italy ca. 1970 Marked under the base. H 30 cm - 19.5 cm diam. Conditions: excellent consistent with age and ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Ceramic

Space Age Gabbianelli Handmade Ceramic Vases in Orange and White, 1960s
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Embark on a journey into the captivating world of Space Age Ceramics with this exceptional set of three vintage ceramic vases, skillfully designed and crafted by Gabbianelli in Italy during the 1960s. These vases exude a distinctive shape and showcase brilliant hues of orange and green, capturing the essence of the innovative Space Age era. Each vase in this remarkable set is a testament to Gabbianelli's artistry, featuring a unique 'G' mark proudly stamped under the base. The synergy of shape, colors, and size transforms these vases into a stunning ensemble that adds a touch of Space Age splendor to any interior. Elevate your decor with this vintage ceramic vase set...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Ceramic

Space age set of 2 blue ceramic vase, Italy ca. 1970
Located in Firenze, IT
Space age set of 2 blue ceramic vase Italy ca. 1970 H 20 cm - 19.5 × 10 cm H 30 cm - 19.5 × 10 cm Conditions: excellent consistent with age and use.
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Ceramic

Modern blue spherical ceramic vase, Italy 1970
Located in Firenze, IT
Modern blue spherical ceramic vase, Italy 1970 H 22 cm - Diam. 25 cm Conditions: excellent, no defects
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Ceramic

Murano, 1950, Italian
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Murano We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'V...
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1950s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Murano Glass

Angelo Mangiarotti, Space age brown ceramic vase, Fratelli Brambilla Italy 1968
Located in Firenze, IT
Space age brown ceramic vase designed by Angelo Mangiarotti (1921 - 2012) Fratelli Brambilla, Italy ca. 1968 H 27 cm - 22 × 8 cm Labeled and marked on the base Conditions: excell...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Ceramic

Pair of Vases in Murano, 1970, Italian
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Murano We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'Vi...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Murano Glass

Murano, 1950, Italian Atribuido a Flavio Poli-Medida
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Murano We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'Vi...
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1950s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Murano Glass

Pair of Vases in Murano, 1950, Italian
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Murano We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'Vi...
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1950s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Murano Glass

Murano, 1950, Italian
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Murano We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'Vi...
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1950s Italian Vintage Space Age Vases

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Murano Glass

Space age orange 9 number shaped ceramic solifleur vase, Marcel Radureau ca. 197
Located in Firenze, IT
Space age orange number shaped ceramic solifleur vase Creations Marcel Radureau France ca. 1970 H 20.5 cm - 15 × 6 cm Conditions: excellent consistent with age and use.
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1970s French Vintage Space Age Vases

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Ceramic

Space age white Q letter shaped ceramic solifleur vase, Marcel Radureau ca. 1970
Located in Firenze, IT
Space age white Q letter shaped ceramic solifleur vase Creations Marcel Radureau France ca. 1970 H 20.5 cm - 15 × 6 cm Conditions: good consistent with age and use. Chips on the ...
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1970s French Vintage Space Age Vases

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Ceramic

Space Age vases for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Space Age 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 and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Space Age vases made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Germany pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original vases, popular names associated with this style include Opaline florence, Fratelli Toso, Scheurich Keramik, and Ambrogio Pozzi. 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 $168 and tops out at $10,243 while the average work can sell for $766.

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