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Clarice Cliff Cup and Saucer Rare Pine Grove Bizarre Ptn Art Deco, Circa 1935
By Clarice Cliff
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
were when they were produced in the 20s/30.
Category

Early 20th Century British Art Deco Pottery

Materials

Pottery

Clarice Cliff Pot in Lily Orange Fantasque Pattern, Art Deco period circa 1929
By Clarice Cliff
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
they were produced in the 20s /30s.
Category

Early 20th Century British Art Deco Pottery

Materials

Pottery

West German Pottery
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Earthy ceramic vessel 407-20 with textural brown and orange details and handle, West Germany circa
Category

Vintage 1970s German Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

West German Pottery
West German Pottery
H 8 in Dm 3 in
Antique French carved wooden Music Box Trivet-hand painted Ceramic Surface-20s
Located in Bussiere Dunoise, Nouvel Aquitaine
. Colorful hand-painted Ceramic Art Pottery Surface with Flower and Bird motif. According to the label on
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Mounted Objects

Materials

Brass

Antique Vase From Roger Cuerin Art-Deco Vase in Pottery, Belgium, 1920s
Located in Bastogne, BE
.  Made in 1920-30's. Measures: Height: 16 inch 43 cm. Diameter: 7.8 inch 20 cm. My
Category

Vintage 1920s Belgian Egyptian Vases

Materials

Pottery

Sculptyral Studio Pottery Vases by Krystyna Czelny, 1960's
Located in London, GB
Three unique 1960's hand formed studio pottery by the artist Krystyna Czelny. B 1923 in Poland and
Category

Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Late 20th Century Postmodern Blue Glazed Stoneware Pottery Flattened Vase
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous Late 20th Century Modern to Postmodern glazed stoneware pottery flattened vase dark blue
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Model 5049 Pro/Artisan Planter by David Cressey for Architectural Pottery
By David Cressey
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Model 5049 Planter by David Cressey for Architectural Pottery Pro/Artisan Collection, c. 1960's
Category

Vintage 1960s American Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Stoneware

David Cressey Pro Artisan "Scratch" Planter for Architectural Pottery 1960's
By David Cressey
Located in Los Angeles, CA
David Cressey's "scratch" planter for Architectural Pottery. Pro Artisan line, circa 1970's
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardin...

Materials

Ceramic

Portmeirion Pottery Greek Key Espresso Coffee Service Susan Williams Ellis Desig
By Susan Williams-Ellis, Portmeirion Group
Located in Topeka, KS
Incredible vintage MCM (Mid-Century Modern) to Modern Portmeirion Pottery espresso coffee service
Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

American Dedham Style Pottery Sang de Boeuf & Gilt Bronze Table Lamp
By Chelsea Keramic Art Works
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a gorgeous and extremely rare early 20 century American Dedham pottery oxblood & gilt
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Fine Japanese Ceramic Plate by Kinkozan for Yamanaka & Co.
By Kinkozan
Located in Atlanta, GA
-20s (late Meiji to early Tasho Period). The cream-color glazed plate features a very fine decoration
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Fine Japanese Ceramic Plate by Kinkozan for Yamanaka & Co.
By Kinkozan
Located in Atlanta, GA
-20s (late Meiji to early Tasho Period). The cream-color glazed plate features a very fine decoration
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Fine Japanese Ceramic Plate by Kinkozan for Yamanaka & Co.
By Kinkozan
Located in Atlanta, GA
-20s (late Meiji to early Tasho Period). The cream-color glazed plate features a very fine decoration
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Fine Japanese Ceramic Plate by Kinkozan for Yamanaka & Co.
By Kinkozan
Located in Atlanta, GA
-20s (late Meiji to early Tasho Period). The cream-color glazed plate features a very fine decoration
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Roman oil lamp with leaves and fruit
Located in EL CAMPELLO, ES
PERIOD: 1st – 2nd Century A.D DIMENSIONS: 20 mm x 65 mm x 90 mm CONDITION: Good condition PROVENANCE: Ex
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antiquities

Materials

Pottery

Roman oil lamp with leaves and fruit
Roman oil lamp with leaves and fruit
H 0.79 in W 2.56 in D 3.55 in
Tlaquepaque Tonala Jug, Tonalá, Jalisco, Mexico, C1940
By Pre-Columbian
Located in London, GB
life, cacti and flora. In the 20s and 30s just outside Guadalajara and its neighboring pottery
Category

Vintage 1940s Mexican Folk Art Pitchers

Materials

Earthenware, Pottery

Modernist Clarice Cliff Style Hand Painted Geometric Vase with Elongated Neck
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vintage circa 1980's or 1990's hand painted pottery vase. The bold, geometric and Modernist style
Category

Late 20th Century Vases

Materials

Pottery, Paint

Modernist Monumental Zig Zag Weed Vase
By Clyde Burt
Located in Mobile, AL
A monumental weed vase by studio potter Clyde Burt. This is 20" tall by 5.5" diameter and is from
Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Vases

Materials

Pottery

Japonisme Jardinière by Haviland & Co att. to Alexandre Dammouse
By Haviland & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Japanese stoneware (a hard, dense type of pottery), which was shown in 1878 at the Exposition Universelle
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japonisme Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Bronze

Group of Square Studio Ceramic Vases in Sage and Earth Tones
By Mobach
Located in London, GB
Mid-Century Modern square studio pottery vases glazed in grey-green natural tones hand formed and
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Group of 1960's Square Studio Ceramic Vases in Ocher and Earth Tones
By Mobach
Located in London, GB
Set of eight Mid-Century Modern square studio pottery vases glazed in ocher and natural earth tones
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Chinese porcelain Proc Liling Duck Vase China Underglaze, 20th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely Chinese porcelain vase. Underglaze Liling. Dating to the 1980's or 90's. Marked Base
Category

20th Century Chinese Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Daniel Andersen Art Nouveau Ceramic Vase in Oxblood, Drip Glaze & Pewter
By Michael Andersen & Son
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Early Danish Pottery vase with subtle Art Nouveau/Jugend styling and shape. It set with a floral
Category

Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Architectural Ceramic Water Fountains Sculptures Bronze Glazed 1960 Mobach
By Mobach
Located in London, GB
during the 1960's. Mobach produced this unique mat bronze lustre glaze has a result of the production by
Category

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora Dimensions: W 20 x D 15 x H 40 cm Materials: Clay
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Clay

Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
H 15.75 in W 7.88 in D 5.91 in
Set of 3 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Located in Geneve, CH
Acatlán candleholder by Onora Dimensions: W 20 x D 15 x H 40 cm Materials: Clay Available in
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Clay

Set of 3 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Set of 3 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
H 15.75 in W 7.88 in D 5.91 in
Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Located in Geneve, CH
Acatlán candleholder by Onora Dimensions: W 20 x D 15 x H 40 cm Materials: Clay Available in
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Clay

Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
H 15.75 in W 7.88 in D 5.91 in
Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora Dimensions: W 20 x D 15 x H 40 cm Materials: Clay
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Clay

Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
H 15.75 in W 7.88 in D 5.91 in
Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 acatlán candleholder by Onora. Dimensions: W 20 x D 15 x H 40 cm. Materials: clay
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Clay

Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
H 15.75 in W 7.88 in D 5.91 in
Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Acatlán candleholder by Onora Dimensions: W 20 x D 15 x H 40 cm Materials: Clay
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Clay

Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
H 15.75 in W 7.88 in D 5.91 in
Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Acatlán candleholder by Onora Dimensions: W 20 x D 15 x H 40 cm Materials: Clay
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Clay

Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
H 15.75 in W 7.88 in D 5.91 in
Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Acatlán candleholder by Onora Dimensions: W 20 x D 15 x H 40 cm Materials: clay
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Clay

Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
H 15.75 in W 7.88 in D 5.91 in
Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Acatlán candleholder by Onora Dimensions: W 20 x D 15 x H 40 cm Materials: Clay
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Clay

Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
H 15.75 in W 7.88 in D 5.91 in
Set of 3 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Located in Geneve, CH
Acatlán candleholder by Onora Dimensions: W 20 x D 15 x H 40 cm Materials: Clay Available in
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Clay

Set of 3 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Set of 3 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
H 15.75 in W 7.88 in D 5.91 in
Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Acatlán candleholder by Onora Dimensions: W 20 x D 15 x H 40 cm Materials: Clay
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Clay

Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
H 15.75 in W 7.88 in D 5.91 in
Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Located in Geneve, CH
Acatlán Candleholder by Onora Dimensions: W 20 x D 15 x H 40 cm Materials: Clay Available in
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Clay

Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
H 15.75 in W 7.88 in D 5.91 in
Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Located in Geneve, CH
Acatlán candleholder by Onora Dimensions: W 20 x D 15 x H 40 cm Materials: Clay Available in
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Clay

Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
H 15.75 in W 7.88 in D 5.91 in
Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Acatlán candleholder by Onora Dimensions: W 20 x D 15 x H 40 cm Materials: Clay
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Clay

Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
H 15.75 in W 7.88 in D 5.91 in
Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Acatlán candleholder by Onora Dimensions: W 20 x D 15 x H 40 cm Materials: clay
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Clay

Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Set of 2 Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
H 15.75 in W 7.88 in D 5.91 in
Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Located in Geneve, CH
Acatlán Candleholder by Onora Dimensions: W 20 x D 15 x H 40 cm Materials: Clay Available in
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Clay

Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
H 15.75 in W 7.88 in D 5.91 in
Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Located in Geneve, CH
Acatlán candleholder by Onora Dimensions: W 20 x D 15 x H 40 cm Materials: Clay Available in
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Clay

Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
H 15.75 in W 7.88 in D 5.91 in
Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Located in Geneve, CH
Acatlán candleholder by Onora Dimensions: W 20 x D 15 x H 40 cm Materials: Clay Available in
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Clay

Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
Acatlán Candleholder by Onora
H 15.75 in W 7.88 in D 5.91 in
Portals in Time One, Abstract Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
art moment was when I was eleven years old and I got to visit Van Briggle Pottery in Colorado Springs
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media

Portals In Time Two, Abstract Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
eleven years old and I got to visit Van Briggle Pottery in Colorado Springs," says Linda. "I watched
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media

Rare Tall MCM Danish Teak Glazed Ceramic Sculptural Floor Lamp Over
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
. Dating from the 1960's measure's over six feet six inches high. Measures: 65.5 inches high, shade is 20
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric, Teak

Primitive Terracotta Bowl by Artefakto
Located in Geneve, CH
Primitive Terracotta Bowl by Artefakto Unique piece. Dimensions: Ø 54 x H 20 cm. Materials
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Terracotta

Group of Studio Ceramic Free Form Pebble Vases in Earth Tones by Jaan Mobach
By Mobach
Located in London, GB
Set of thirteen studio pottery pebble vases, glazed in natural earth tones and in various heights
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Square Studio Ceramic Vases in Natural Tones and Organic Glaze
By Mobach
Located in London, GB
Mid-Century Modern square studio pottery vases and long round necks are glazed in natural tones
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-century Modern Mustard Yellow Vase by Scheurich, Germany, 1970's
By Scheurich Keramik
Located in Grythyttan, SE
of collectible West German art pottery by Scheurich Keramik. The base is moulded with the words
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Candelabro 3 Candleholder by Camila Apaez
Located in Geneve, CH
20 cm Ila Ceramica emerged from a process of inner inquiry where ceramics became a space for
Category

2010s Mexican Post-Modern Candle Sconces

Materials

Stoneware, Clay

Candelabro 4 Candleholder by Camila Apaez
Located in Geneve, CH
20 cm Ila Ceramica emerged from a process of inner inquiry where ceramics became a space for
Category

2010s Mexican Post-Modern Candle Sconces

Materials

Clay, Stoneware

Silueta II Table Lamp by Camila Apaez
Located in Geneve, CH
Silueta II Table Lamp by Camila Apaez Unique Materials: Ceramic, Glass Dimensions: W 14 x D 20 x H
Category

2010s Mexican Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Glass

Silueta II Table Lamp by Camila Apaez
Silueta II Table Lamp by Camila Apaez
H 20.87 in W 5.52 in D 7.88 in
Epitaph for Quirinia Felicia
Located in London, GB
Lettering in Antiquity, Folio Fine Art Ltd., London, 9-20 October 1970, no. 52. Published Guilelmus Henzen
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Classical Roman Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

Epitaph for Quirinia Felicia
Epitaph for Quirinia Felicia
H 5.01 in W 6.82 in D 1.38 in
Moroccan Vintage Tamgroute Green Olive Jar with Handles
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Moroccan vintage, 1960's green olive jar, or planter with handles. Handcrafted by the berber
Category

Mid-20th Century Moroccan Tribal Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Earthenware

Vintage Moroccan Tamgroute Green Olive Jar with Handles
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Moroccan Tamgroute vintage, 1960's green olive jar with handles, or planter. Handcrafted by the
Category

Mid-20th Century Moroccan Tribal Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Earthenware

Japanese Style Ceramic Vase with Lugs by Janet Leach '1981'
Located in London, GB
simplicity of Zen and translated to a piece of pottery. The S on the ash-glaze body of the piece is
Category

Vintage 1980s British Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Barro Tostado Femme I Vase by Camila Apaez
Located in Geneve, CH
silhouettes meet as constant themes in Ila´s creative process. The conversations between the pottery wheel and
Category

2010s Mexican Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

White Bone Femme I Vase by Camila Apaez
Located in Geneve, CH
silhouettes meet as constant themes in Ila´s creative process. The conversations between the pottery wheel and
Category

2010s Mexican Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Flying to You, Abstract Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
eleven years old and I got to visit Van Briggle Pottery in Colorado Springs," says Linda. "I watched
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media

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20s Pottery For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of 20s pottery on 1stDibs. Frequently made of ceramic, pottery and earthenware, every piece of 20s pottery was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect item from our selection of 20s pottery — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A choice in our collection of 20s pottery, designed in the mid-century modern, Art Nouveau or neoclassical style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one object in our assortment of 20s pottery that is appealing in its simplicity, but Scheurich Keramik, Lena Larsson and Pierrefonds Pottery produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a 20s Pottery?

Prices for a piece of 20s pottery can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $52 and can go as high as $5,933, while the average can fetch as much as $650.
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  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Teplitz pottery is a kind of art pottery that was made in the Teplitz-Turn region of Bohemia, in what is now the Czech Republic. It was made around the late 1800s and early 1900s. On 1stDibs, find a collection of beautiful Teplitz pottery from top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    DeSimone pottery was created by an Italian artist named Giovanni De Simone. He opened a pottery studio in the 1960s and had several artisans working with him to create bold and bright ceramic pieces inspired by traditional Sicilian art. On 1stDibs, find a range of Desimone pottery from top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Scheurich pottery is the name of earthenware produced by the German manufacturer Scheurich. Its mid-century pieces featuring thick glaze are especially popular among collectors, but the company has manufactured vases, planters and other decorative objects for more than 90 years. You'll find a range of Scheurich pottery on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, majolica is a type of pottery. Artisans produce it from a heavy clay with a rich brown color and then finish it with enamel, paint and glaze. The style of pottery emerged during the mid 19th century. Find a variety of majolica pottery on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Deruta pottery is a type of tin-glazed earthenware, produced near Perugia, Italy in the first half of the 16th century. Deruta ware is recognizable by its hand-painted colorful designs, with a metallic luster and accents of mother of pearl. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Deruta pottery pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Tlaquepaque pottery is traditional Mexican pottery from Tlaquepaque. It often features a design showing a classic Mexican scene or landscape. It features a distinctive glazed style and usually bright colors. Shop a variety of authentic Tlaquepaque pottery from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Acoma pottery is from the village of Acoma Pueblo in New Mexico. The Acoma tribe produces the handmade pottery known for its bold geometric patterns and fluted rims. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Acoma pottery from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    There is no single most sought-after pottery. Rather, collectors prize pieces from a variety of makers, and trends in collecting do change over time. Some types of pottery have enduring appeal, such as Rookwood, mochaware, spongeware, agateware, Staffordshire, blackware, spatterware and basalt. Find a wide variety of pottery on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Peruvian pottery is the term for handicrafts formed out of clay made by artisans from the South American country Peru. Within the country, pots, jars and other pottery pieces are known as huaco or guaco. Find a variety of Peruvian pottery pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In pottery, slipware is the term for pottery created or decorated with a liquid clay called slip. Pieces may feature painting, inlays and other decorative finishes. Moriage, a type of pottery that features three-dimensional appliqués, is one example of slipware. Find a collection of slipware pottery on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Secessionist pottery refers to a line of earthenware goods produced by the British company Minton from 1902 to 1919. It included bowls, chargers, candle holders, plant stands, planters and vases. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Secessionist pottery.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chelsea pottery is from Chelsea, London, UK. Charles Gouyn and Nicolas Sprimont founded the company in 1743 and became known for producing soft-paste porcelain decorative objects. Find a collection of Chelsea pottery from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Ancient pottery, also known as ceramics, is the creation of objects out of clay, and then hardened by a heat source. Pottery was the first type of functional art, after body painting, to be seen during the early phase of the Stone age. You’ll find a variety of pottery of all shapes, ages and sizes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Celadon pottery is a type of ceramic ware that features a gray-green glaze. To produce the effect, artisans apply liquid slip made with liquid iron to the clay before firing. You can shop a collection of celadon pottery on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Vase pottery is a type of decorative object with an open top formed out of earthenware or clay. Not all vases are clay, however. Artisans may also produce them out of glass, aluminum, stone, marble, bronze and stainless steel. Typically, people arrange flowers in vases, but they can also function as standalone decorations. You'll find a large collection of antique and vintage vases on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Inca pottery or Incan pottery is earthenware made by the Inca people who established an empire in the highlands of Peru that lasted from around 1438 to 1533. Artisans produced pottery by hand and reinforced it with rocks, sand and shells. Many examples of Incan pottery feature ornate hand-painted geometric motifs. On 1stDibs, find a variety of pottery.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Pottery is made of ceramic materials that are shaped, worked and then fired at high temperatures. There are three main types of materials for this process: earthenware, stoneware and porcelain. Earthenware is a porous material made of baked clay and often glazed, while stoneware is a water- and heat-resistant material that comes in an array of colors. Fired at a very high temperature, porcelain is very hard and has a glass-like texture and appearance. Explore a diverse assortment of pottery on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Many types of pottery are valuable. Typically, antique china produced 100 years ago or earlier is highly sought-after by collectors. Some makers also appeal to collectors due to the quality of their work. Examples include Meissen, Wedgwood, Limoges and Royal Doulton. Generally, hand-painted pieces with intricate patterns are popular items. The condition and rarity of pottery also influence its value. If you have questions about how much a particular item is worth, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can assist you. Shop a wide variety of pottery on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    In art, pottery is the term for a particular medium. Generally, the term refers to artworks produced out of clay or a similar material that has been shaped and then allowed to harden with the application of heat. Pottery can be purely decorative or serve a functional purpose, such as holding food or floral arrangements. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of pottery.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The earliest Anasazi pottery is more than 2000 years old, dating back to 200 CE. These pieces were produced out of clays sourced from floodplains or soil and contain large amounts of iron, giving the pottery a rich brown color. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Native American pottery.