Ceramic Decorative Objects

A medium-sized terracotta figurative vase designed as a head with textured, natural surface details and colored cherry reliefs accentuating its playful expression. Suitable for both ...

Charming blue and gray vintage studio pottery crock made by noted American folk potter David Eldreth in Nottingham, Pennsylvania, dated 1996. This wheel-thrown stoneware vessel featu...

A miniature mosaic ceramic vase by Jean Gerbino, handcrafted in the Vallauris pottery region of southern France during the 1950s. Known for his masterful approach to terre mêlée cera...

A bold example of mid-century British modernist ceramics, this sculptural mantle vase was produced by Shorter & Son in England during the 1950s. Its form—a curved, canoe-like vessel ...

This limited edition vase from the Collezione Riedizioni Archivio Storico was created on a red clay wheel. It features a distinctive Greek key pattern with black wax-painted profiles...

A small stoneware vintage Bornholm pottery plate or Vide-poche from Denmark. Made by the talented Michael Andersen, this plate is iconic and so typical for this company, especially w...

New at Shine Studios for Fall 2025.. a step back to brush stroke vessels from 2020.. this is the Artifact Series of hand-sculpted vases. Each piece, crafted in our Los Angeles studi...

RARE Sèvres “Rooster” in New Hard-Paste Porcelain, 1915, at the Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres, Molded by Edmond Dubois After Ytiga Noumata. A remarkably rare hard-paste porcelain ...

Christmas ornaments with Dachshund By van Heinen Delfts Bleu 4 pieces Christmas tree decorations designed by Janny van der Heijden for Heinen Delfts Blue A Christmas ball with scene...

Remarkable, rare Art Nouveau majolica vase by the world famous manufactory of Gerbing & Stephan from the early period in Austria around 1910. The beautiful shaped grey blue color...

Aldo Londi Bitossi Safety Pin Bowl, Ceramic, Blue, Gold, Signed. Medium scale hand thrown footed bowl glazed in "Rimini blue" and featuring Londi's Safety Pin decor on both the exter...

This is an exceptionally rare large ceramic jar from Japan, covered in paper. It was made during the Meiji period (1860s–1900s) and was originally used for transporting and storing t...

A beige and black earthenware vase produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, c. 1930s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 6.5"H x 7.25"W x 7.25"D All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.

A delightful set of three midcentury ceramic dog figurines, each hand-painted in warm brown and ivory tones with lifelike expressions and poses. This sculptural trio includes: - A r...

A lovely pair of vintage Italian gilt tole floral two-arm candle sconces with hand painted delicate white porcelain dahlias and scrolling leaves, circa 1950. They retain their origin...

1990s Gorgeous ashtray or catch-All in porcelain by Paloma Picasso "Hongkong" for Villeroy & Boch, limited edition. Marked on the bottom. It's excellent condition Dimensions: ...

Introducing theMoody Lava Moon Collector, available exclusively at The Shine Studios. This large, hand-coiled vase features a matte finish with layers of heavy clay and slip and adde...

A vintage Japanese ceramic vase with a lovely poppy design. Nice simple shape with a glossy celadon green finish. Original sticker attached.

This is a very old ceramic jar made in Japan. It is believed to have been made during the Edo period (1800s–1860s) and was likely used in daily life for storing charcoal. Although it...

A Large bunch of grapes designed by Hans Hedberg (1917-2007) Swedish ceramist who had his studio in Biot, near nice in France. The grapes comes with a stand in acrylic glass that is ...

Rare Bitossi Rimini Blue ceramic vase, designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Ceramiche, Italy, circa 1960s. Hand-thrown and finished with Bitossi’s distinctive cobalt glaze and carved g...

Boletto blue pig figurine from the Rimini Blu collection features a mold-made refractory white clay form. The vibrant blue glaze is enhanced by a finely incised decoration of varied ...

A fantastic rare early footed stoneware Japanese style California studio pottery Chawan tea bowl (circa early 1950s) by Master Greek-American potter/artist Peter Voulkos featuring ha...

Elegant, hand-made pedestal bowl with an undulating edge and metallic glaze. Each is one-of-a-kind. Decorative use only; handwashing recommended.

This limited edition figurine captures the form of a hen using a red clay mold, finished with a third-fire silver glaze that creates a reflective, textured surface. Part of a histori...

Beautiful Pair of West German Bay Keramiek Art Pottery Vases, Post-Modern / Art Deco Revival, 1980s A very beautiful pair of West German art pottery vases by the renowned ceramic ma...

This pair of Delft blue and white antique lidded jars, marked for The Claw** and dating to circa 1820, is hand-painted in the traditional Delft style. Each jar features a cover toppe...

Wilhelm Kåge white ‚Carrara‘ glazed ‚Våga‘ (wave) bowl for Gustavsberg in the late 1940s to early 1950s, hand-crafted in Sweden. Very good condition with normal signs of use and ag...

Late Victorian Blue and White Porcelain Jardinière on Stand, with lobed floral panels, Staffordshire in the Art Nouveau manner 13" diam x 31"h

Known as the birthplace of Seto ware, Seto City in Aichi Prefecture is one of Japan's Six Ancient Kilns and boasts a long history dating back to the late Heian period. During the Edo...

Marcello Fantoni Signed Italian Ceramic Vase with Craquelure Glaze, Mid-20th Century This exceptional ceramic vase, signed on the base with Fantoni’s distinctive mark, exemplifies t...

Mid-Century Ceramic Jewelry Box by Mithé Espelt — Lunel, France, 1950s. A stunning mid-century ceramic jewelry box crafted by renowned French artist Mithé Espelt in Lunel, France, d...

Piatto Calendario in ceramica di Fornasetti, realizzato per l'anno 1993 Ø cm 24 I piatti calendario sono una tradizione Fornasetti dal 1968, originariamente concepiti come strenna ...

Joseph Skoby is a Southern Californian whose work is inspired by the nature of his native state. His ceramics, created in his own lush garden, recall his intimate dance with the ocea...

Joseph Skoby is a Southern Californian whose work is inspired by the nature of his native state. His ceramics, created in his own lush garden, recall his intimate dance with the ocea...

A fine late 19th century Japanese Imari porcelain bowl beautifully hand-painted in the traditional palette of iron red, cobalt blue, green, and gilt highlights. The scalloped rim and...

We present this splendid column vase, made in Italy, dating back to the early 20th century. The vase is crafted from polychrome glazed ceramic. The eye-catching decoration captures t...

Vintage Flambro Cameo Iris Blue Jasperware Wedgwood Style Floral Cachepot Vase. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 10" H x 8" W x 8" D.

Beautiful weathered confit jar. With green glaze they are extremely rare. Confit jars were used primarily in the South of France for the preservation of meats such as duck or goose f...

Vintage Italian ceramic leopard sculpture, from 1980's. Hand crafted sculpture of sneaking leopard is created in glazed and hand painted ceramic. Very good/excellent vintage conditio...

This is a stunning mid century weed pot in the style of Doyle Lane. The vase is glazed and has a tiny opening. Unsigned.

Found like an ancient relic.. with deep Autumn colors. reminds us of cooler weather, warm fires and toasty nights at home . created from found clay slabs throughout the studio. Glaz...

A rare pair of antique 19th Century Dutch Delft faience five finger heart-shaped tulip vases or tulipieres. Maker's marks on reverse. These lovely tulip vases are decorated with fine...

Blue and white Delft earthenware lidded vase, 18th century, decorated with pastoral landscape scenes framed in cartouches. The lid features a figural finial in the form of a seated a...

Charles Cart for Émaux des Glaciers — Large Vallauris Ceramic Vase, circa 1960s A stunning and substantial Vallauris ceramic vase by Charles Cart for Émaux des Glaciers, featuring h...

Elegant glazed ceramic sculpture depicting a nude young woman seated on an elongated base. Her composed posture, soft contours, and streamlined modeling clearly reflect the Art Deco ...

Aldo Londi for Bitossi – Ceramic Vase with “Palmetto” Décor, Italy, ca. 1960s Spherical ceramic vase designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Montelupo Fiorentino. Handcrafted in chamott...

Product description This ceramic vase was made by Joke Stroes, a Dutch ceramicist working for Mobach (Utrecht) in after 1966. In the beginning of her career Joke worked for Westraven...

A pair of tactile and organic porcelain vases with leather textured exterior surface and clear glazed interior. As a result of the production process each item is one-of-a-kind. Set ...

Wabi Sabi vase perfect for a single stem or small bouquet. Available in Patina, Golden Bronze or Matte White on umber clay. Vase is low and wide, and each is truly one-of-a-kind thou...

A large collection of 27 vessels, most of them designed by John Andersson and all of them produced at Höganäs about 1950s. The tallest one is 9 cm (3.6") and the smallest one is 1.5 ...

Beautiful weathered piece of pottery from the Provence. Great color and rare small size. France, circa 1850 Good but weathered condition.

Decorative cushion shaped porcelain vase transfer-printed with permission from the Gustav Klimt Foundation with Klimt's Iconic motif ' Der Kuss' from 1908. Manufactured by Goebel in ...

This ceramic bowl dates back to the late 12th century, during the Byzantine Empire (Eastern Roman Empire). The Byzantine Empire was the Eastern Roman Empire, established in 330 AD by...

Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden. Beautiful, wheel-thrown miniature vase in stoneware. The glaze features the characteristic fine hare’s fur technique in predominantly ...

French Art Nouveau Inkwell by Pierre-Adrien Dalpayrat, France, circa 1890. A rare and exquisite Art Nouveau inkwell by renowned French ceramist Pierre-Adrien Dalpayrat (1844–1910). This finely crafted piece showcases Dalpayrat’s signature red copper-glazed stoneware, especially rich and luminous near the base. Elegantly mounted in pewter, the design exemplifies the organic flow and refined detail of the Art Nouveau period. Dimensions: Height: 3.54 in. (9 cm) Diameter: 5.12 in. (13 cm) Materials: Stoneware with pewter mount Condition: Excellent+++++, museum-quality preservation Markings: Incised signature "Dalpayrat 1500" under the base (see photo) This inkwell is a collectible example of French ceramic art at the turn of the century—perfect for collectors of Art Nouveau, 19th-century French ceramics, or the works of Dalpayrat. Adrien Dalpayrat (1844–1910): A Pioneer of French Ceramic Innovation Adrien Dalpayrat was a French ceramicist and researcher who played a key role in the revival of stoneware at the end of the 19th century. Born in 1844 in Limoges, Dalpayrat studied drawing and porcelain painting in his hometown before beginning his professional career at the Jules Vieillard faience factory in Bordeaux. There, he met his wife, Marie Tallerie, with whom he had two sons—Albert and Adolphe—who would later become his primary collaborators. Throughout his early career, Dalpayrat worked for several major ceramic manufacturers, including Ashwin (Valentine), Fouquet (Toulouse), François Blanc (Monaco), and Léon Sazerat (Limoges). In 1889, seeking greater independence, he moved to the Paris region and established his own studio in Bourg-la-Reine. Collaborations and Artistic Evolution Dalpayrat’s creative vision expanded through his collaboration with sculptor Alphonse Voisin-Delacroix. Together, they explored neo-Gothic and Palissy-inspired motifs, creating a remarkable ceramic bestiary. Following Voisin-Delacroix’s death in 1893, Dalpayrat partnered with Adèle Lesbros, which marked a shift in his work toward simpler, more refined vase forms influenced by Japonism. Japanese art had been introduced to France during the 1867 Universal Exhibition, but it wasn’t until the 1878 Exhibition, particularly through the ceremonial stoneware used in the Japanese tea ceremony, that Japonism truly captivated French artists. This influence led Dalpayrat to create vessels with organic, vegetal, and animal-inspired forms. Technical Mastery: The Secrets of Copper Red Among all the ceramists of his time who sought to replicate the elusive Chinese “sang de boeuf” (oxblood) glaze, Adrien Dalpayrat was arguably the most successful. He didn’t simply reproduce the legendary copper red—he transformed it. By manipulating glaze thickness, firing temperature, atmosphere, and copper oxide content, he developed a unique palette of flamed and mottled red glazes that became his signature: the renowned Dalpayrat red. He further enriched his pieces by introducing streaks and inclusions of turquoise, blue, green, and yellow—freeing the red glaze from monochromy and turning it into an expressive, living surface. His work pushed stoneware beyond function into expressive art, merging form and glaze in bold, sculptural harmony. Beyond Ceramics: Bronze Mounts and Architectural Works Dalpayrat also collaborated with renowned jewelers such as Ernest Cardeilhac and Keller to produce pieces mounted in gilt bronze, blending ceramics with decorative arts at the highest level. In an effort to make his work more accessible, he opened a second faience workshop focused on simpler, more affordable pieces inspired by Nevers and Rouen ware. However, this venture faced financial difficulties and closed by 1900. The main family studio followed in 1906 as the popularity of Art Nouveau declined. Dalpayrat then returned to Limoges, devoting his final years to painting and drawing until his death in 1910. Legacy and Recognition Despite financial struggles during his lifetime, Dalpayrat’s ceramics were widely acclaimed at major international exhibitions: Bronze medal, World's Columbian Exposition, Chicago (1893) Silver medal, Antwerp International Exhibition (1894) Gold medal, Exposition Universelle, Paris (1900) Today, his work is part of prestigious museum collections. In 2020, the Petit Palais in Paris acquired a large bird motif vase created in collaboration with Voisin-Delacroix, now on view in Room...

A pair of Chinese Famille Verte porcelain vases. Each vase has an unusual shape, and adorned with an enamelled design representing battle scenes. The necks and the bases of the vases...

A 2000 year old pair of similarly styled antique Chinese pottery horse heads dating to the Han dynasty (206 BC-AD 220) Large authentic painted grey clay terracotta sculptural tomb objects, one with red pigment, one with red over white slip decoration, both crisply molded, carved and detailed. These finely carved horse head funerary figures feature excellent attention to detail and realistic characteristics, moldeled with an upright mane, the wooden ears missing, likely long deteriorated, a normal and expected feature considering the age. The Han Dynasty horse head...

A pair Dutch Delftware Royal Delft vases - Urns. Tall decorative covered baluster vases on an octagonal foot. The vases are hand crafted and hand painted in enchanting blue colors, b...

A green vase with a lovely crystalline glaze designed by Isak Isaksson in Sweden. The vase is 9 cm (3.55") tall and about 12.5 cm (5") wide and it is in excellent condition. This is ...