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Modern Vases and Vessels

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
Venini Clessidra Hourglass in Amber 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, im...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Venini Fazzoletto Bicolore Small Vase in Amber and Horizon Murano Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fazzoletto Bicolore Small Vase in Amber and Horizon Murano Glass by Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini. An exclusive new take on the Opalini technique from the 15th century makes its c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Venini Monofiore Balloton Small Vase in Amber Horizon Thread Murano Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Monofiore Balloton vase in Amber Murano glass by Venini. It looks soft, but it’s not; it’s glass. The optical illusion of Monofiori by Venini from 1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Venini Satin Large Vase in Horizon Crystal Murano Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Satin large vase in glazed horizon/crystal Murano glass by Venini. Sheer glass is hand blown and crafted by the master glassblowers using the sophisticated Satinatura technique, whic...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Venini Monofiore Balloton Large Vase in Amber Horizon Thread Murano Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Monofiore Balloton Large Vase in Amber Murano Glass by Venini. It looks soft, but it’s not; it’s glass. The optical illusion of Monofiori by Venini from 1970 lies in its name: Ballot...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Murano Glass

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

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Scilla Sink - Washbasin
Located in Murano, VE
We are thrilled to bring you the "Scilla" centerpiece, a stunning masterpiece crafted entirely by hand in Murano by Roberto Beltrami and his skilled team of artisans. Crafted from t...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

'Bee Bottle' Hand Blown Glass Bottle by Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
'Bee Bottle' A Hand Blown Glass Bottle by Simone Crestani A sleek glass bottle, elegant in its iconic transparency. Within it a small bee, portrayed in all...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

'Longhorn' Hand Blown Glass Bottle by Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
'Longhorn Bottle' A Hand Blown Glass Bottle by Simone Crestani Longhorn Bottle is one of the pieces from the Trophy Bottles. "A collection of bottles w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

'Deer' Hand Blown Glass Bottle by Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
'Deer Bottle' A Hand Blown Glass Bottle by Simone Crestani Deer Bottle is one of the pieces from the Trophy Bottles. AA collection of bottles with linea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

'Esca' Hand Blown Glass Jar by Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
'Esca Jar' A Hand Blown Glass Jar by Simone Crestani "When you go to the essential, only the structure remains. This is what remains after you pu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Seletti 'Love in Bloom' Gold Edition Heart Vase by Marcantonio
Located in Doral, FL
Love in bloom is a heart-shaped vase that looks like it comes out of a human anatomy essay. A modern love translated into a romantic but unpredictable gi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

Black Marble Medium Cylinder
Located in Mexico City, MX
Plantpot in carved Monterrey black marble. Handmade in Mexico. Production time: 6-8 weeks for items without marble / 13-14 weeks for marble pieces. Shipping +10 additional business ...
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2010s Mexican Modern Vases and Vessels

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Marble

Small Languedoc Vase in Crystal Glass by Lalique
Located in New York, NY
This vase takes us on a voyage to Languedoc. Between the sea and the mountains, this sun-drenched region in the South of France offers a variety of landscapes: wide open spaces, shru...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Vases and Vessels

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Crystal

Smart Concrete Vase Handmade in Italy, Mod.II
Located in Rome, Lazio
A family of concrete vase, ideated and realized in Italy. To keep concrete lights and play with it. More color combinations available.      
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Concrete

New Modern Flower Vase in Black Marble, creator Karen Chekerdjian
Located in Milan, IT
The value of change in a simple act. Karen Chekerdjian’s new creation puts design front and centre: from one foundation, multiple possibilities. Whether empty or filled with flowers,...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Marble

New Modern Flower Vase in Red Marble, creator Karen Chekerdjian
Located in Milan, IT
The value of change in a simple act. Karen Chekerdjian’s new creation puts design front and centre: from one foundation, multiple possibilities. Whether empty or filled with flowers,...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Marble

Carrot Flower Vase, by Nathalie du Pasquier from Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Carrot ceramic vase was originally designed by Nathalie du Pasquier in 1985 for Memphis Milano. The transmuted ceramic arises in geometric compositions ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Porcelain

Modern Vase Genke CS3 by Noom in Brass and Steel
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...
Category

2010s Ukrainian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Steel, Brass

Modern Malevich Vase CS7 by Noom in Copper and Painted Steel
Located in Paris, FR
Malevich vase, one of the vases from the "Suprematic" collection. 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 and Vessels

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Copper, Steel

Stefania Boemi Pink Terracotta Vase, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. (2) This unique work of art is sure to make a statement in an eclectic or modern decor, wher...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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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 and Vessels

Materials

Steel

Limited Edition Modern Malevich Vase CSL5 by NOOM with Burned Steel
Located in Paris, FR
Malevich vase, one of the vases from the "Suprematic" collection. 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 and Vessels

Materials

Steel

Ronan Bouroullec Monofiore Vase in Matte White Polycarbonate for Cappellini
Located in New York, NY
Evocative of futuristic atmospheres, the perfect juxtaposition to Classic furnishings, the Monofiore vase by Ronan Bouroullec is made of white polycarbonate. Material: Polycarbona...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Plastic

Murano Glass Vase Spike Amber Green
Located in Murano, VE
Introducing a stunning collection of vases meticulously handcrafted by Roberto Beltrami and his skilled team in Murano. These majestic vases are shaped before being adorned with sco...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Brass Vessels (set of 3)
Located in Paonia, CO
The (wh)ORE HAüS STUDIOS small goods collection was made for those that wanted to experience the (wh)ORE HAüS brand without committing to our larger pieces. Our Brass Vessels are mad...
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2010s American Modern Vases and Vessels

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Brass

Brass Vessel Set w/ Brass box
Located in Paonia, CO
The (wh)ORE HAüS STUDIOS small goods collection was made for those that wanted to experience the (wh)ORE HAüS brand without committing to our larger pieces. Our Brass Vessel Set with...
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2010s American Modern Vases and Vessels

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Brass

Vase Soliflore Horizon - Set
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A simple, contemporary style along with the matte, white finesse of the porcelain will add a unique French touch to your table and to your home decor. Design by Kaoline. Solifl...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Porcelain

Vase Solifl'Or Ligne, Set
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A simple, contemporary style along with the matte, white finesse of the porcelain will add a unique French touch to your table and to your home decor. Design by Kaoline. Soli...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Porcelain

Vase Solifl'Or Horizon, Set
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A simple, contemporary style along with the matte, white finesse of the porcelain will add a unique French touch to your table and to your home decor. Design by Kaoline. Soli...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Porcelain

Vase Solifl'Or Pluie H - Set
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A simple, contemporary style along with the matte, white finesse of the porcelain will add a unique French touch to your table and to your home decor. Design by Kaoline. Solifl...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Porcelain

Large Ceramic Vase Signed Accolay
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A large ceramic pitcher vase green red inside by Accolay.
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Vittorio White Ceramic and Platinum Details Handcrafted Flower Vase
Located in Bologna, Bologna
Vittorio flower vase by LATOxLATO is inspired by the distinctive heritage of Italian architecture and it boasts a unique design that is both functional and evocative. Entirely crafte...
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2010s Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Platinum

Vase Vessel Decorative Sculpture White Onyx Marble Hand-carved Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Luxurious small vase sculpted by hand from a solid block of white onyx. Vase dimensions: D 13, H 22 cm. The polished finishing underlines the transparency of the onyx making this a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

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Onyx

Deca Planter in Black By Force/Collide, Size Large, 2023
Located in Seattle, WA
Force/Collide's award-winning signature planter is an ongoing production available in multiple colors and sizes. This original design is a nod to playful perspectives and spatial relationships. Proportions are thoughtful in aesthetic while optimizing function and user flexibility. The potting basin is built with extra volume for plants to grow, while integral legs serve as a built-in stand. The Deca Planter...
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2010s American Modern Vases and Vessels

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Steel

Beat Tall Vessel in Brass by Tom Dixon
Located in New York, NY
The beat tall vessel is part of a group of floor vessels made in three unique shapes. Made from brass, the beat vessels are spun and welded in separate pa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Vases and Vessels

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Brass

Concrete Echelon Planter by OPIARY (D24", H24")
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature. This modern, lightweight concrete planter features an organic silhouette and earthy aesthetic that compliments the live plants inside it. The Echelon is handmade in our Brooklyn studio and can be produced in the color or finish of your choice. Opiary planters...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Vases and Vessels

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Cement

Extra Small Cuore Coccole Vase in Murano Glass by Maria Christina Hamel
Located in Venezia, IT
Hand-formed and hot finished Sommerso glass vase.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass

Large Perles 4 Vase in Hand Blown Murano Glass by Salviati
Located in Venezia, IT
Hand blown colorful vase made using the "canne" technique. Hand blown and hand-finished cane vase.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass

Established & Sons Extra Large Store Storage Container by Estd Collection
Located in London, GB
The gently obtuse angles to be found on this collection of storage jars are inspired by the forms of space capsules. The unlikely homage to all things space age is continued in a pal...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Established & Sons Small Store Storage Container by Estd Collection
Located in London, GB
The gently obtuse angles to be found on this collection of storage jars are inspired by the forms of space capsules. The unlikely homage to all things Space Age is continued in a pal...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Fine Bone China Posy Vase Slip-Cast Hand Carved Plaster Models
Located in London, GB
Crockery White, 1882 Ltd. with Max Lamb. A collection of fine bone china tableware slip-cast from plaster models carved by hand, with glazed interior for functionality and raw exteri...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Fine Bone China Tall Vase Slip-Cast Hand Carved Plaster Models
Located in London, GB
Crockery White, 1882 Ltd. with Max Lamb. A collection of fine bone china tableware slip-cast from plaster models carved by hand, with glazed interior f...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Suma Brass Vase with Polished Finish by CuratedKravet
Located in Woodbury, NY
A brass vase with a polished finish.   
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Brass

Modern Metal Vase Ekster CS7 by Noom in Copper and Steel
Located in Paris, FR
Ekster vase, one of the vases from the "Suprematic" collection. Collection inspired by the geometric works of the great Suprematist Kazimir Malevich. Suprematism is a modernist movem...
Category

2010s Ukrainian Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Steel, Copper

Concrete Echelon Planter by OPIARY (D44", H48")
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature. This modern, lightweight concrete planter features an organic silhouette and earthy aesthetic that compliments the live plants inside it. The Echelon is handmade in our Brooklyn studio and can be produced in the color or finish of your choice. Opiary planters...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Vases and Vessels

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Cement

Concrete Barchan Planter by OPIARY (L42", W28", H10")
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature. This modern, lightweight concrete planter features an organic silhouette and earthy aesthetic that compliments the live plants inside it. The Barchan is handmade in our Brooklyn studio and can be produced in the color or finish of your choice. Opiary planters...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Cement

Ukiyo Saucer, Concrete Hanging Planter by OPIARY (D11.5", H5.25")
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature. Ukiyo saucers...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Vases and Vessels

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Cement

Ukiyo Saucer, Concrete Planter by OPIARY (D26.25", H8.75")
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature. Ukiyo saucers...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Vases and Vessels

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Cement

Concrete Jabbah Planter by OPIARY (D24", H10")
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature. This modern, lightweight concrete planter features an organic silhouette and earthy aesthetic that compliments the live plants inside it. The Jabbah is handmade in our Brooklyn studio and can be produced in the color or finish of your choice. Opiary planters...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Cement

Concrete Jabbah Planter by OPIARY (D36", H20")
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature. This modern, lightweight concrete planter features an organic silhouette and earthy aesthetic that compliments the live plants inside it. The Jabbah is handmade in our Brooklyn studio and can be produced in the color or finish of your choice. Opiary planters...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Vases and Vessels

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Cement

Nova Large Vase in Black Ceramic by CuratedKravet
Located in Woodbury, NY
A hand painted, earthenware vase with a net relief texture and a matte black finish. Due to the handmade nature of this product, variation is to be expected from piece to piece.  
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Mira Large Vase in Blue Ceramic by CuratedKravet
Located in Woodbury, NY
A hand painted, earthenware vase with a reactive blue glaze. Due to the handmade nature of this product, variation is to be expected from piece to piece.  
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Nova Small Vase in Black Ceramic by CuratedKravet
Located in Woodbury, NY
A hand painted, earthenware vase with a net relief texture and a matte black finish. Due to the handmade nature of this product, variation is to be expected from piece to piece.  
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Meda Small Vase in Silvery Blue and Cream by CuratedKravet
Located in Woodbury, NY
A small earthenware vase featuring a reactive green glaze. Due to the nature of the glaze, each vase is to be considered unique.   
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Striebeck Vase in Cream Ceramic by CuratedKravet
Located in Woodbury, NY
A decorative earthenware vase with unique solid matte cream glaze. Each vase is handmade and unique.  
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Nita Vase in Dark Blue Ceramic by CuratedKravet
Located in Woodbury, NY
A decorative earthenware vase with a reactive blue crackled glaze. Each vase is handmade and unique.  
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

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