Modern Bowls and Baskets
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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chair — crafted 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
Elio Schiavon (1925-2004), Italy. Unique ceramic bowl with blue glass inlay.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Elio Schiavon (1925-2004), Italy.
Unique ceramic bowl with blue glass inlay at the bottom.
Glaze in green and turquoise tones. With the motif of a face.
Approximately from the 1970s...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Ceramic, Glass
Raaquu Mizu Raku Pottery Trinket Bowl, Smoked Raku, Handmade Ceramic
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Mizu ( 水 ) ~ (n) water
Our Mizu bowl comes with 3 short legs. It would look elegant on its own or as a keeper of trinkets or potpourri.
This Mizu bowl is the kind of piece to creat...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Copper
21st Century Penelope Washcloth Holder in Canvas & Leather Handmade in Italy
By Pinetti
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
Penelope collection now has its own wash clothes holder.
Perfect also for sunglasses and sunscreen, the resistant and waterproof leather joined with the softness of the ecru cotton ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Leather, Canvas
Goblet Bowl, Signed Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
Goblet bowl, signed Arno Declercq
Measures: 14 cm L x 14 cm W x 40 cm H
5.5” L x 5.5” W x 15.7” H
Material: Iroko Wood
Signed by Arno Declercq
Arno Declercq
Belgian designer and art...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Bronze
Ceramic Tall Champion Bowl
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Champion Bowl is made of a Portuguese clay baked in low heat and sealed with a textured matte glaze finish.
Sourced by Martyn Lawrence Bullard
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Clay
21st Century Hook Washcloth Basket in Leather Handmade in Italy
By Pinetti
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
Smaller and smaller.
Hook baskets introduced a new dimension in their collection. This cute size is ideal to keep small towels, sunglasses and sunscreen. The attractive contrast bet...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Leather, Fabric
European studio ceramic artist. Unique ceramic bowl with brown glaze.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
European studio ceramic artist. Unique ceramic bowl with brown glaze.
From around the 1970s.
Signed FHK.
In perfect condition.
Dimensions: Length 19.0 cm x Width 17.0 cm x Height 3.2...
Category
1970s Unknown Vintage Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Ceramic
Geometric Pedestal Bowl in Blue Marbled Resin by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Our decorative geometric pedestal bowl is great for holding fruit, plants, decorative objects, faux succulents and specially everyone's attention. You can have it on display on a kit...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Resin
XL Footed Resin Bowl Centerpiece in White and Pearl by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
An elegant XL round bowl that is supported by four half spheres that make a fun, bold and unique piece great for holding fruit, plants and specially everyone's attention. You can hav...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Resin
1980s Royal Copenhagen Crystal Bowl
Located in Bergen, NO
Royal Copenhagen crystal bowl from the 1980s.
Designed by renowned artist Per Lutken titled Musling (Clam).
Stunning crystal bowl in the form of a mass of clam shells. Textured on th...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Crystal
Monumental Hand Thrown Glazed Terracotta Bowl Centerpiece
Located in New Orleans, LA
A stunning and monumental hand thrown and glazed terracotta bowl in shades of cerulean and lapis blues, hand made in the New Orleans studio of Alex and Cindy Williams.
Award-winning...
Category
1990s American Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Terracotta
21st Century Nadia Washcloth Holder Handmade in Italy
By Pinetti
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
Nadia collection introduced its own wash clothes holder.
Perfect also for sunglasses and sunscreen, the resistant and waterproof leather joined with a cotton canvas fabric makes it ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Leather, Fabric
Medium Bowl in Pink Marbled Resin by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Our colorful bowl is handmade in traslucid white resin with marbled texture in pink and light pink. Its fun and colorful design makes it a statement piec...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Resin
Solid brass round tray handcrafted in Italy by 247LAB
Located in Saonara, IT
Handcrafted round tray model "LARROTINO", made in brass; with its sober and elegant design, this piece perfectly fits into modern-contemporary context.
Proudly Made in Italy, withou...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Brass
Sculptural coffee table decorative, Murano glass
Located in Milano, IT
Decorative glass tray - Murano glass tray - collectible glass sculpture
Vintage decorative tray in thick and heavy Murano glass, made in clear...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Bubble Bowl in Marbled Dark Green Resin by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Our Bubble Bowl is handmade in dark green & white marbled resin. Its modern, fun and unique design makes it a statement piece and can be used as decor or as a fruit platter.
Designe...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Resin
Raaquu Mizu Raku Pottery Trinket Bowl - Carbon Copper - Handmade Ceramic Gift
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Mizu ( 水 ) ~ (n) water
Our Mizu bowl comes with 3 short legs. It would look elegant on its own or as a keeper of trinkets or potpourri.
This Mizu bowl is the kind of piece to creat...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Copper
Carter Acrylic Bowl Brushed Platinum Large
By Greg Natale
Located in Sydney,, NSW
Inspired by the mixed metals of the Studio 54 logo, Carter is a bowl to capture the attention of anyone who loves the night life. Hang up your Halston outfit and place your Elsa Pere...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Platinum
Göran Wärff Sculptural Multi-Faceted Bowl in Cut Crystal for Kosta Sweden
By Göran Wärff
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A massive centerpiece bowl in cut crystal. Very sculptural: multi-faceted, thick edges and very heavy. Designed by the iconic Swedish glass wizard Göran Wärff during the 1980s. Its h...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Crystal
Walking Bowl in Iroko Wood, Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
Walking bowl in Iroko wood, Arno Declercq
Measures: 34 cm L x 34 cm W x 23 cm H
13.4” L x 13.4“ W x 9“ H
Material: Iroko wood
Signed by Arno Declercq
Arno Declercq
Bel...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Wood
Bob Stocksdale Signed Turned Wood Charger
Located in Indianapolis, IN
A turned wooden charger by the American woodturner Bob Stocksdale (1913-2003). Round in shape, the charger has a slightly upturned rim. The charger is signed and also marked "Oriental Wood...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Wood
Set of 2 Cross Pots by Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Cross Pots by Arno Declercq
Measures:
Small 13 cm L x 13 cm W x 15 cm H
5” L x 5” W x 5.9” H
Large 21 cm L x 21 cm W x 18 cm H
8.2" L x 8.2” W x 7" H
Material: Belgian oak
...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Wood
Resin Vase White Gold Leaf Handmade in Portugal by Lusitanus Home
Located in Lisboa, PT
Resin Decorative Vase White Gold Leaf, Lusitanus Home Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Lusitanus Home.
This beautiful decorative vase is lacquered in white cotton lac...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Gold Leaf
Resin Vase White Gold Leaf Handmade in Portugal by Lusitanus Home
Located in Lisboa, PT
Resin Decorative Vase White Gold Leaf, Lusitanus Home Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Lusitanus Home.
This beautiful decorative vase is lacquered in white cotton lac...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Gold Leaf
Murano Glass Rostrate Gold Bowl
Located in Austin, TX
Murano glass bowl, Italian, from the island of Murano and crafted in the manner of Barovier. This hand-blown piece is made using the incamiciato technique where several layers of var...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Murano Glass
Peter Voulkos American Studio Pottery Faces Tea Bowl
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stunning vintage American Studio Pottery tea bowl decorated with Expressionist faces by Peter Voulkos. The stoneware tea bowl stands on a narrow rounded unglazed foot with a rounde...
Category
20th Century Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Pottery, Stoneware
21st Century Hook Tall Laundry Basket with Leather & Cotton Handmade in Italy
By Pinetti
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
An attractive contrast between leather and cotton fabric.
Our Hook basket is hand woven, made with eco-friendly, washable, and resistant material suitable also for outdoor use. Th...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Leather, Cotton
21st Century Almeria Magazine or Shoes Leather Basket Handwoven in Italy
By Pinetti
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
This masterfully hand-woven basket belongs to our iconic Almeria collection. Made of eco-friendly leather, that is washable, resistant to light and water, it's suitable for indoor and outdoor use as well. This small size perfectly works as a magazine holder.
Perfect also as a blanket, shoes holder...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Leather
Set/3 Vases, Ceramic Vases, White, Handmade in Portugal by Lusitanus Home
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Nebula Vases, Lusitanus Home Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Lusitanus Home.
This beautiful set includes three waterproof ceramic vases, perfect to be displayed to...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Ceramic
Green Marble Catchall
Located in New York, NY
Carved from a unique marble with striking veining, this elegant and functional piece is accented with tones of black, jade, grey and ivory.
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Marble
Bowl Vessel Solid Block Imperial Grey Emperador Marble Contemporary Design
Located in Ancona, Marche
"Elegant and light, it seems to drift through the placid waters of the lagoon".
Gondola, set of two elegant bowls in different sizes, hand-sculpted from a solid block...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Marble
1980s Villeroy & Boch Germany Art Glass Sculptural Bowl Cut Crystal
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage Modern Villeroy Boch Cut Crystal Art Glass Bowl
3.75 h x 7.25
Sculptural modernism250
Preowned original vintage condition
See images listed.
Category
Late 20th Century German Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Art Glass
Murano, Italy. Art glass bowl in purple glass. Approx. 1960s/1970
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Murano, Italy. Art glass bowl in purple glass.
Approximately from the 1960s/1970s.
In good condition with an internal crack from production.
Dimensions: H 4.5 cm x D 10.0 cm.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Art Glass
Bowl Centerpiece Vessel Imperial Green Marble Handmade Italy Collectible Design
Located in Ancona, Marche
Important sculptural bowl carved by hand from a solid block of Imperial Green.
Bowl dimensions: L 59 x W 34 x H 6 cm. Available in different marbles, onyx and quartzite.
Limited ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Onyx
Contemporary Handcrafted Round Tray "Ophelos" in Marble and Brass by Anaktae
By ANAKTAE
Located in Athens, GR
Contemporary handmade round tray model "Ophelos" with a solid marble surface on a tripod base of oxidized brass.
Variations are available in custom size, type of marble, color of br...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Marble, Brass
Studio Pottery Blue and Black Splatter Glazed Slab Bowl
Located in Ferndale, MI
Eye-catching Modern with a Mid Century vibe. Two blue corners with black splatters and two corners in white with black drip glaze lines. Attributed to Jack Charney of Santa Fe.
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Pottery
Decorative Bowl Serveware Vase Vessel Sculpture Amber Onyx Handmade Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Bowl sculpted by hand from a solid block of Amber onyx. The polished finishing underlines the transparency of the onyx making this a very precious object.
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Onyx
Decorative Bowl Vase Centerpiece Blue Azul Macaubas Marble Collectible Design
Located in Ancona, Marche
Bowl sculpted by hand from a solid block of Azul Macaubas. Polished finishing.
Dimensions: Big L 56, W 27, H 12 cm. Also available: Medium L 45, W 22, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Quartz
Blue Calcite Bowl 6.6 lb Blue and White
Located in Somis, CA
A finest-grade, natural blue calcite bowl in organic form. The bowl has the most beautiful shade of light blue, is hand carved and polished to perfec...
Category
2010s South African Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Quartz
Titicaca Porcelain Vase, by Matteo Thun from Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Titicaca porcelain vase was originally designed by Matteo Thun in 1982, winks an eye to the largest lake in South America, its design follows a line of experimentation with a dis...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Porcelain
LIA Square Brass and Black Steel Valet Tray by Soraya Osorio
Located in Vero Beach, FL
This handsome valet tray/bowl is versatile as a decorative object or in an entry way to place your daily belongings.
A contrast in metals, hand-hammered 4 1/2" round brass top with ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Metal, Brass, Steel
Decorative Bowl Centerpiece Vessel Sculpture White Calacatta Marble Handmade
Located in Ancona, Marche
Gondola, big elegant bowl, hand-sculpted from a solid block of Calacatta marble.
Bowl dimensions: Big L 65 x W 13 x H 11 cm, also available: Small L 55 x W 12 x H 9.5 cm.
Available...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Marble
Blossom Cushion Orange 30×50
By André Fu
Located in CENTRAL, HK
Description: Cushions
Color: Orange
Size: 50 x 50cm
Material: Linen
Category
2010s Italian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Cotton
Decorative Bowl Centerpiece Vessel Sculpture in Imperial Grey Marble Handmade
Located in Ancona, Marche
Gondola, big elegant bowl, hand-sculpted from a solid block of Imperial Grey marble.
Bowl dimensions: Small L 55, W 12, H 9.5 cm, also available: Large L 65, W 13, H 11 cm.
Availabl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Marble
Marble Bowl Centerpiece Decorative Vase in White Calacatta Marble Handmade Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Bowl sculpted by hand from a solid block of Calacatta marble. Velvet finishing.
Dimensions: Medium L 45, W 22, H 10 cm. Also available: Big L 56, W 27, H 12 cm, small L 35, W 17, H...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Marble
Blossom Cushion Orange 50×50
By André Fu
Located in CENTRAL, HK
Description: Cushions
Color: Orange
Size: 50 x 50cm
Material: Linen
Category
2010s Italian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Cotton
Bone Extra Large Bowl in Brass by Tom Dixon
By Tom Dixon
Located in New York, NY
The extra large bone bowl is part of a series of sculptural artefacts cast in solid brass with a matte finish bearing a bone-like quality. Bone bowls can be displayed on their own as...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Brass
Blossom Cushion Mauve 30×50
By André Fu
Located in CENTRAL, HK
Description: Cushions
Color: Mauve
Size: 30 x 50cm
Material: Linen
Category
2010s Italian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Cotton
Blossom Cushion Mauve 50×50
By André Fu
Located in CENTRAL, HK
Description: Cushions
Color: Mauve
Size: 50 x 50cm
Material: Linen
Category
2010s Italian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Cotton
Kafi 1 Cheese Board in Oiled Walnut by Martin Leugers &Tricia Wright for Wooda
By Martin Leugers, Wooda
Located in Omro, WI
The Kafi 1 (Icelandic for submerged) hors d'oeuvre board has an elongated proportion that adds a dynamic appearance to any setting large or small. Recessed bowls provide a perfect sh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Wood, Hardwood, Walnut
Kafi 3 Cheese Board in Oiled Maple by Martin Leugers & Tricia Wright for Wooda
By Wooda, Martin Leugers
Located in Omro, WI
The Kafi 3 (Icelandic for submerged) hors d'oeuvre board has an elongated proportion that adds a dynamic appearance to any setting large or small. Recessed bowls provide a perfect sh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Wood, Maple, Hardwood
Kafi 1 Cheese Board in Oiled Mahogany, Martin Leugers & Tricia Wright for Wooda
By Wooda, Martin Leugers
Located in Omro, WI
The Kafi 1 (Icelandic for submerged) hors d'oeuvre board has an elongated proportion that adds a dynamic appearance to any setting large or small. Recessed bowls provide a perfect sh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Wood, Mahogany, Hardwood
ClassiCon Bowl in Grey
Located in New York, NY
Hand blown glass bowl.
available in:
Quarzgrau quartz grey
Amethystviolett amethyst violet
Bernsteinorange amber orange
Smaragdgrün emerald green
Montanablau Montana blue
Saphirbla...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Blown Glass
Vase Burano Multifaceted, Muranese Glass, Clear Gray Color, Italy
Located in Treviso, Treviso
Deep focus on craftsmanship and made in Italy are emphasized by Muranese glass that characterizes several new products. The oldest handmade ability worldwide known is nowadays one of...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Glass
Handmade Art Glass Tray, United States, 1990's
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Handmade Art Glass Tray, United States, 1990's.
Category
20th Century American Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Coppetta Carnevale Glass Bowl in Green by Venini
By Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass bowl in green with geometric textured surface. Perfect for indoor home decor as container, vide-poche or statement piece for any room. Also available in other colors on ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Art Glass
1980s Handmade Large Modernist Woven Basket
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Handmade Woven Rattan Large Modern Basket
Natural fiber weave
14 h x 14.5 diameter
Clean presentation
No label
Original vintage condition, refer to...
Category
1980s Vintage Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Natural Fiber, Rattan
Bowl, Large Quartz Points by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Bowl, large quartz points by Aver
Dimensions: D 23 x H 10 cm.
Materials: quartz, steel, polyvinyl chloride, resin.
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Quartz, Steel
Modern bowls and baskets for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern bowls and baskets 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 bowls and baskets created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with glass, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern bowls and baskets 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 bowls and baskets, popular names associated with this style include VG-VGnewtrend, Purho Murano, Ghidini 1961, and Monika Patuszynska. 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 bowls and baskets differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $33 and tops out at $53,469 while the average work can sell for $843.