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How can I identify a piece of pottery?

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How can I identify a piece of pottery?
There are a few marks to look for to help identify your pottery. A mark indicating the studio, the potter or the artist may be found on the bottom unglazed portion of your piece. Shop a range of antique and vintage pottery pieces on 1stDibs.
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Mid century brutalist ceramic table lamp by Bernard Rooke, 1970s
By Bernard Rooke
Located in Zaandam, NL
Wonderful sculptural ceramic table lamp by Bernard Rooke ( B. 1938 ). This gorgeous stoneware lamp has been refitted and rewired to current standards and is fitted for a general E27 ...
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Vintage 1970s British Brutalist Table Lamps

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Ceramic

Pair of Bernard Rooke Ceramic Lamps
By Bernard Rooke
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of ceramic lamps by Bernard Rooke. Lamps have been professionally rewired with new black wood bases. Measures: Ceramic portion is 13" high. Brass neck is 3" high. Wood base is 9...
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Vintage 1970s English Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Large Ceramic Table Lamp Designed by Bernard Rooke, England, 1960s
By Bernard Rooke
Located in Aachen, NRW
A rare table lamp by Bernard Rooke, England, 1960s. Sculptural piece, made of handmade ceramic elements in natural tones of terracotta and stone. Stunning form and color- Good qual...
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Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Large Ceramic Table Lamp Designed by Bernard Rooke, England, 1960s
By Bernard Rooke
Located in Aachen, NRW
A rare table lamp by Bernard Rooke, England, 1960s. Sculptural piece, made of handmade ceramic elements in natural tones of terracotta and stone. Stunning form and color- Good qual...
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Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Set of Two Studio Ceramic Lamps in Natural Tones by Bernard Rooke, England
By Bernard Rooke
Located in London, GB
Two monumental or oversize studio ceramic table lamps by English potter Bernard Rooke. Beautiful statement pieces, in natural browns and earth tones with organic shaping and decorate...
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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

B. Rooke Ceramic Lamp with Custom Made Silk Lampshade René Houben, 1960s
By Bernard Rooke
Located in Rijssen, NL
A rare table lamp by Bernard Rooke, England, 1960s. Sculptural high-end piece, made of handmade ceramic elements in natural tones of terracotta and stone. With a special custom made ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

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