Modern Decorative Bowls
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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Triangular Ceramic Bowl by Gunnar Nylund
Located in San Francisco, CA
A small triangular bowl in hues of dark and light browns with a bright blue accent on the base of the interior and exterior.
Etched on base with the Rörstrand R and 3 crowns, Sweden...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Unique Tornado blue glass bowl by Allan Scharff
Located in San Francisco, CA
A unique Tornado blue glass bowl with three feet by Allan Scharff for Holmegaard Glass.
Category
Early 2000s Danish Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass
Lost Paper - LP 01 bowl in white bronze
By TIPSTUDIO
Located in Florence, IT
Born from a contemplation on the transient nature of modern consumerism, Lost Paper emerges as a tribute to the overlooked beauty hidden within everyday disposables. Through a proces...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Metal, Silver, Bronze
Eye Candy Saucer
Located in Jerusalem, IL
Eye Candy Saucer, a miniature bowl meticulously crafted through the fusion of mouth and hand-blown glass techniques. This exquisite saucer is a celebration of artisanal craftsmanship...
Category
2010s Palestinian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Ceramic Footed Centrepiece by Ettore Sottsass for Bitossi
Located in Brisbane, QLD
A modern made hand turned red clay bowl by Bitossi of Italy in a design by Ettore Sottsass (1917-2007). The hand crafted piece has been finished in a two tone matte white and indigo ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Clay
Murano, Italy. Large bowl in art glass. Clear and green glass.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Murano, Italy. Large bowl in art glass.
Clear and green glass. Mouth-blown.
1960s/70s.
In excellent condition with some minor chips. See photos.
Dimensions: L 58.0 cm x D 27.0 cm x H...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass
Silvio Coppola Polished Stainless Steel Lobo Fruit Bowl for Alessi, 1990s
By Silvio Coppola, Alessi
Located in Miami, FL
Silvio Coppola Polished Stainless Steel Lobo Fruit Bowl for Alessi, 1990s
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Steel
Collection Particulière Travertine 'Key' Fruit Bowl Large by Arno Declercq
Located in Utrecht, NL
Large Romain Travertine 'Key' Fruit Bowl by Arno Declercq for Collection Particulière, France.
Collection Particulière is a Parisian company, known for its unique artisan hand-made...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Travertine
Long Bowl in Dark Bronze by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Long bowl in dark bronze by Fakasaka Design
Dimensions: W 41.5 x D 16 x H 9.5 cm
Materials: Dark bronze.
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Bronze
Waterford Cut Crystal Serving Dish Bowl
Located in Countryside, IL
Waterford Cut Crystal Serving Dish Bowl
This serving dish measures: 13.5 wide x 9.75 deep x 4.25 inches high
We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as much deta...
Category
Early 2000s Northern Irish Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Crystal
Carlo Scarpa Conchiglia bowl Venini
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
Glass shell with strongly iridescent surface designed by Carlo Scarpa in the 40ties. Acid signature Venini Murano Italy. Designed between 1942 and 1947 and produced before 1960.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Murano Glass
Marc Lalique, France. Colossal and impressive "Haiti" art glass bowl.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Marc Lalique, France.
Colossal and impressive "Haiti" art glass bowl in clear crystal with inclusions of electric blue. Rare model.
1950.
Signed Lalique France. Signature on the bot...
Category
1950s French Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass
Bronze Triple Tray, Signed Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
Bronze Triple Tray - Signed Arno Declercq
Measures: 30 cm L x 28 cm W x 19 cm H (11.8” L x 11” W x 7.5” H)
Material: bronze
Signed by Arno Declercq
--Arno Declercq--
Belgian designe...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Bronze
Signed Paolo De Poli Italian (Rame Smaltato) Modernist Enamel on Copper Bowl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine large modernist bowl.
In copper and enamel.
By Paolo de Poli. the world-renowned Italian enameller and painter.
The interior decorated in black and red enamels and the exte...
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Copper, Enamel
Anne Goldman organic ceramic / pottery large bowl , centerpiece , signed .
By Anne Goldman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazing organic bowl very textured by the well known artist Anne Goldman . Her pieces are in Museums , Collections and Organizations all over the world .
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Pottery
Hazorfim Sterling Silver 925 Floral Bowl
By Hazorfim
Located in Countryside, IL
Hazorfim Sterling Silver .925 Floral Bowl
This floral bowl measures: 7.5 wide x 7.5 deep x 5.25 inches high
We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as much detai...
Category
Early 2000s Israeli Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Emilia Castillo Bowl With Rope & Malachite Accents, Mexico 1990's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your home decor with this exquisite Vintage Emilia Castillo Bowl with Rope & Malachite Accents, originating from Mexico in the 1990s.
The piece was made in Taxco mexico by sk...
Category
1990s Mexican Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Malachite, Silver Plate, Copper
Grant Macdonald - Sterling Silver, Silver Gilt & Amethyst Rose Bowl - 1984
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1984 by Grant Macdonald, this wonderful, Sterling Silver Rose Bowl, features a gilt removable top with an inset Amethyst cryst...
Category
1980s English Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Sterling Silver
Ambrosiá Handmade Crystal Decorative Bowl Set
Located in Glendale, CA
The Ambrosiá footed crystal bowl is a handcrafted, multifunctional centerpiece that blends style and functionality. Its innovative design and look,...
Category
2010s Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Crystal
Pink Marble Narrow Bowl
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Stunning, aesthetic, timeless are words that can be used to describe this elegant and modern pink marble narrow bowl from Kiwano. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our traverti...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Travertine
Contemporary Ceramic Dinind Set
Located in Geneve, CH
Tea pot n°1– Diameter 16 x height 18cm
Tea cup n°2– Diameter 10.5 x height 13.8 cm
Coffee cup n°3– Diameter 10.5 x height 13.4 cm
Milk jug n°4– Diameter 6.7 x height 8.6cm
Sugar ...
Category
2010s French Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Murano Glass Trifoil Bowl
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a royal blue and yellow color trifoil folded rim bowl.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Blown Glass
Golden Bronze Bowl by Rick Owens
By Rick Owens
Located in Geneve, CH
Golden bronze bowl by Rick Owens
2007
Dimensions: L 14 x W 14 x H 8 cm
Materials: Bronze
Weight: 1.5 kg
The gold edition is an exclusivity of Galerie Philia
Rick Owens is a C...
Category
2010s French Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Bronze
Vintage 1960s E.O Brody Co Emerald Green Pressed Glass Candy / Compote Dish
Located in East Quogue, NY
Rich emerald green mid-century modern E. O. Brody Co. pressed Glass Candy / Compote Dish with thick Dutch Floral tulip and leaf pattern and ruffle rim. Made in Cleveland, Ohio, Model...
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass
Rare Piero Figura for Atena Pewter Glass Lined Crown Dog Bowl - Dog Bone Motif
By Piero Figura, Atena
Located in St. Louis, MO
Large Piero Figura for Atena dog bowl, this signed pewter with glass lined upside down crown, having a dog bone motif rests on ball feet. Wonderful warm patina to the pewter, wash it periodically with water and neutral soap and then wipe it with a soft cloth. STAMPED FIGURA PIERO PER ATENA...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Pewter
1990s Studio Art Glass Bowl Sculptural Pedestal Dish
By Max Ingrand
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1990s Studio Art Glass Bowl Sculptural Pedestal Dish
3 h x 9.13 x 9.75
Preowned original condition unaltered
Refer to images.
Category
1990s Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass
Large Bertil Vallien Kosta Boda Swedish Art Glass Bowl
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A large handcrafted decorative glass bowl with multicolored strands of glass to the sides, designed and made by Bertil Vallien for Kosta Boda. Etched to the bottom of the piece "Boda...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass
Green Atoll Art Glass Bowl by Anna Ehrner for Kosta Boda, 1980s
By Anna Ehrner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Thick and heavy conical art glass bowl from Kosta Boda in Sweden. It was designed by Anna Ehrner in the mid 1980s. The bowl is called Atoll and it features swirl-work to the inside o...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass
Italian Bonbon Striped Glass Dish/Bowl in red and blue from Murano, 1960s
By Barovier
Located in Stockholm, SE
Italian Bonbon Striped Glass Dish/Bowl in red and blue from Murano, 1960s
Crafted with intricate detail, this decorative striped glass bowl is perfe...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Blown Glass
Silver-Plate Bowl with Bird Detail on Volcanic Rock baseby Emilia Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Enhance your dining experience with this exquisite Silver-Plate Bowl with Bird Detail on a Volcanic Rock Bowl by Emilia Castillo.
The piece is hand crafted in Taxco Gerrero in the E...
Category
Early 2000s Mexican Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Silver Plate
Silver Travertine Bowl XL
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
A substantial silver travertine bowl with unique structure rests atop a pedestal for a grand presentation of fruits and vegetables.
Due to the nature of the material, each piece ...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Travertine
Silver Travertine Eclipse Bowl
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Stunning, aesthetic, timeless are words that can be used to describe this elegant and modern travertine Eclipse bowl from Kiwano. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our travertin...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Travertine
Silver Travertine Cylinder Bowl with Lid
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Stunning, aesthetic, timeless are words that can be used to describe this elegant and modern travertine bowl from Kiwano. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our travertine vases ...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Travertine
Travertine Cylinder Bowl with Lid
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Stunning, aesthetic, timeless are words that can be used to describe this elegant and modern travertine bowl from Kiwano. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our travertine vases ...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Travertine
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 Decorative Bowls
Materials
Quartz, Steel
Silver Travertine Cylinder Bowl
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
This substantial silver travertine bowl is beautifully handcrafted from a single piece of genuine travertine and honed for a silky mat finish. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, ...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Travertine
Murano Glass Rostrate Sky Blue 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 Decorative Bowls
Materials
Murano Glass
CHIMBORAZO Decorative Volcanic Stone Bowl with Bronze Detail by ANDEAN, In Stock
Located in Quito, EC
Decorative volcanic stone hand-carved bowl from Chimborazo volcano, with lathed bronze base.
Drawing inspiration from the sacral and baroque motifs of Quito, as well as Ecuador’s hi...
Category
2010s Ecuadorean Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Stone, Bronze
Marble Mortar, France, 19th Century
Located in New York City, NY
Marble Mortar, France, 19th Century
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Marble
Modernist 50's Krenit Bowl Herbert Krenchel Orange Enamel & Black Denmark BIG!
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful early modernist large Krenit bowl designed by Danish designer Herbert Krenchel and dates from the 1950's. Made in Denmark and is signed on the bottom. The bowl has an orang...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Enamel
French Ceramic Bowl
Located in Austin, TX
Ceramic vase / bowl from France with a cream glaze exterior and gold interior. We were drawn to the unique design – scalloped opening and stylized wave cutouts.
Category
1980s French Vintage Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Sven Palmqvist Kraka Glass Bowl for Orrefors
Located in Kastrup, DK
Sven Palmqvist, 1906-1984
A vintage art glass bowl of the Kraka (fishnet) series designed by Sven Palmquist for Orrefors Sweden in 1950's.
Clear crystal, blue and amber glass with ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass
Heart Form Glass & Terra Cotta Trinket Boxes by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This pair of Heart form Trinket Containers are designed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany and Co., originating from the United States during the latter half of the 20th Century. One formed...
Category
20th Century American Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic, Glass
Silver and Vellum Bowl in the Manner of Aldo Tura, Italy, c. 1960
By Aldo Tura
Located in New York City, NY
Silver and Vellum Bowl in the Manner of Aldo Tura, Italy, c. 1960
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Silver
Travertine Tray by Le Lampade
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Silver Travertine by Le Lampade
Designed and made in Italy
This item can be can be custom made up on request.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Travertine
ELLIPSES Handmade Crystal Decorative Bowl
Located in Glendale, CA
Pieces Included: Made in Italy Spoon, Footed Bow, Lid Bowl
The Ellipses footed crystal bowl is a handcrafted, multifunctional centerpiece th...
Category
2010s Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Crystal
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 Decorative Bowls
Materials
Murano Glass
Elongated Green and Blue Enamel Dish
Located in New York, NY
Elongated green and blue enamel dish.
Condition: Excellent, minor wear consistent with age and use.
Width: 20.5”
Depth: 3.5”
Height: 3”
Category
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Enamel
Handmade Italian Carrara Marble TONDO' Round Bowl 2023
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Whether it's to present fruit, to create an effective decoration with candles or to keep travel souvenirs together, TÒNDO is ideal! This decorative object in marble can also accommod...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Carrara Marble
Ambrosiá Handmade Crystal Decorative Bowl
Located in Glendale, CA
Pieces Included: Made in Italy Spoon, Footed Bow, Lid Bowl
The Ambrosiá footed crystal bowl is a handcrafted, multifunctional centerpiece that blen...
Category
2010s Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Crystal
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 Decorative Bowls
Materials
Marble
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 Decorative Bowls
Materials
Crystal
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 Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
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 Decorative Bowls
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Crystal Art Glass Steuben Bowl on Tripod Base
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Crystal Clear Art Glass Steuben Bowl Dish.
Vintage Modern Clear Crystal Art Glass Floret Footed Bowl Signed Acid Etched Steuben.
Designed by Steuben in the late 20th century ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Crystal
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 Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic, Glass
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 Decorative Bowls
Materials
Wood
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 Decorative Bowls
Materials
Crystal
Modern decorative bowls for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern decorative bowls 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 decorative bowls created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with glass, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern decorative bowls made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative bowls, popular names associated with this style include Gunnar Nylund, Alfredo Barbini, Antonio da Ros, and Danese Milano. 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 decorative bowls differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $48 and tops out at $4,863 while the average work can sell for $498.
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