Amphora Decorative Objects
Jugendstil—the Germanic name for the sinuous, ethereal design style best known as Art Nouveau—rarely found better expression in ceramics that at the kilns of Amphora. In 1892, Austrian potter Alfred Stellmacher and four relatives opened a workshop that produced earthenware featuring plants, animals, mythical creatures, simulated jewels and even portraits in the style of Gustav Klimt and other fashionable painters of the era. Each piece was signed Amphora. The factory also produced ewers, bowls, tureens, and other diverse shapes. Located in the former spa resort town of Turn-Teplitz (now part of the Czech Republic), the Amphora factory took advantage of the abundant kaolin in the local riverbeds—as well as the energy produced by the rivers themselves—in manufacturing their arresting wares.
Amphora pieces were painstakingly produced via a method that included detailed sketches, intricate carving and molding and luminous iridescent glazing. All culminated with repeated firings of the clay—sometimes as many as ten times. As a result, the firm won worldwide acclaim, taking gold medals at the Chicago and St. Louis World’s Fairs. Its wares were sold by luxury emporiums like Tiffany & Co.
Collectors prize Amphora vases for their delicate, naturalistic designs, and larger pieces often command prices in the tens of thousands. Equally sought after are portrait busts featuring religious, literary and allegorical themes. If you’re mourning the end of Downton Abbey and you’d like to add a dash of Lady Edith’s bohemian flair to your home, an Amphora vase or bowl will serve as a unique conversation piece.
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Creator: Amphora
Art Nouveau "Vase with Water Plants and Bats" by Paul Dachsel for RStK Amphora
By Amphora, Paul Dachsel
Located in Chicago, US
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Amphora Decorative Objects
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AMPHORA Art Deco Stoneware Vase, Late 1920s
By Amphora
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Large Art Deco vase by AMPHORA (Turn Teplitz, Bohemia), Czech Republic, late 1920s. This vase was produced for France. Large vase with two small handles. Rotating enameled Art Deco d...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Amphora Decorative Objects
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Stoneware
Lizard Vase by Eduard Stellmacher for RStK Amphora
By Amphora, Eduard Stellmacher
Located in Chicago, US
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Art Nouveau "Vase with Swirling Water Dragon" by Stellmacher for RStK Amphora
By Amphora, Eduard Stellmacher
Located in Chicago, US
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Antique Art Nouveau Amphora Pottery Vase with Matte & Enamel Peony Flowers
By Amphora
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Art Nouveau amphora vase.
With matte & enamel peony flowers painted over a matte forest scene ground.
Form no. 523.
From th...
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Bohemian Ceramic Vase Art Nouveau Amphora circa 1898 Floral Female Portrait
By Amphora, Nikolaus Kannhäuser
Located in Klosterneuburg, AT
Bohemian Ceramic Vase
Designed by Nikolaus Kannhäuser
Manufactured by Amphora Riessner Stellmacher & Kessel, Turn-Teplitz
circa 1898
"ivory porce...
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Antique Paul Dachsel for Riessner, Stellmacher and Kessel Amphora Porcelain Vase
By Amphora, Paul Dachsel
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This early 20th century Art Nouveau porcelain vase was designed by Paul Dachsel for Riessner, Stellmacher & Kessel Amphora of Turn-Teplitz, Bohemia. The piece has an organic squash-like form and features Dachsel's distinctive ribbed mouth design at the top. The body of the vase is flanked by two delicate arched arms with reticulated detail.
This ivory porcelain vase has a blush colored body with gilt accents at the foot and handles. The front and back piece have been hand-painted with a floral motif in a Japanese style and feature the images of gilt accented purple orchids with long green leaves. The ribbed mouth is finished in a matte green that echoes the color of the foliage and also has gilt highlights. An example of this shape with similar decoration can be seen on page 66 of Richard L. Scott's 'Ceramics From The House Of Amphora 1890-1915.
The vase is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. As an antique item, the piece shows appropriate signs of age consisting of wear to the gilded decoration. The vase stands just over 6" tall and is 2" as measured from the furthest points of the mouth. The foot is just over 2" in diameter and bears the RStK burnt in mark reading "RStK TURN Teplitz...
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Amphora Decorative Objects
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Porcelain
Pair of Art Nouveau Figurative Glazed Amphora Vases
By Amphora
Located in New York, NY
Lovely pair of antique (early 20th century) polychrome glazed flower vases distinguished by their finely modeled female figures, by Amphora, the firm based in Turn-Teplitz, present-d...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Nouveau Amphora Decorative Objects
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Exceptionally rare vase portrait jardiniere, Jugendstil Art Nouveau Amphora 1909
By Amphora
Located in Wien, AT
A very exciting object made by the famous Amphora factories in Bohemia in exceptionally high quality and a very rare design.
The vase or jardiniere or centerpiece is designed with a...
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Enamel
Art Nouveau Vase by Amphora
By Amphora
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Art Nouveau vase in blue and green enamelled porcelain, with gold details and handles with an elephant head design, made by AMPHORA. Signed crown seal, AMPH...
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Amphora Decorative Objects
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Vase Amphora Austria Art Nouveau Bohemia Teplitz Ceramics Secessionist
By Amphora, Amphora Austria Manufactory
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This large and unusual floral hand-decorated double-handled ceramic vase by Ampora Turn-Teplitz showcases the characteristic artistic sensibilities of the Art Nouveau Vienna Secessio...
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Ceramic
Vintage Czech Amphora Porcelain Sculpture of a Camel and Mounted Rider
By Amphora
Located in San Francisco, CA
A magnificent Mid-20th century Czech Amphora Porcelain sculpture modeled as a “Camel and Mounted Rider”, of imposing size and in Fine original condition.
The Amphora Porcelain Works existed from 1892 – 1945 in the Teplitz-Turn area of Bohemia, then part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, but since 1918, in Trnovany in the Czech Republic. Founded in 1892 under the style of RSt&K, by Riessner, Stellmacher and Kessel, the son and sons...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Amphora Decorative Objects
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Porcelain
Bohemian Female Portrait Vase Art Noveau Amphora circa 1895 blue and gold
By Amphora
Located in Klosterneuburg, AT
Bohemian Ceramic Vase
Manufactured by Amphora Riessner Stellmacher & Kessel, Turn-Teplitz
circa 1895
"ivory porcelain", ceramics, colorfully glazed, ...
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1890s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Amphora Decorative Objects
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Gold, Enamel
19th Century Eduard Stellmacher for Amphora "Lily of the Valley" Maiden Vase
By Amphora, Eduard Stellmacher
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This late 19th century porcelain vase was designed by Eduard Stellmacher for Riessner, Stellmacher & Kessel Amphora of Turn-Teplitz, Bohemia. The piece has a Classic Art Nouveau form and features a dimensional nymph partially encased in the leaves of a lily of the valley plant. The maiden's body is accented by two delicate arched tendrils finished in gilt which bear small white lily of the valley blossoms, also accented in gilt. The remainder of the piece is painted in shades of light green and ochre with gilt highlights.
An example of this shape with similar painted decoration can be seen on page 37 of Richard L. Scott's 'Ceramics From The House Of Amphora 1890-1915.' As an antique item, the vase shows appropriate signs of age consisting of wear to the gilded decoration along with a shallow chip on one of the ridged leaves on the back of the piece. The foot is 4" in diameter and bears the red RStK mark reading "RStK TURN Teplitz...
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Porcelain
Edwardian Amphora Austria "Campina" Owl Pottery Vase
By Amphora
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Amphora Austria "Campina" Owl Pottery Vase circa 1910
An Austrian Pottery vase adorned with an owl-inspired design motif stands out for its intri...
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Amphora Arts & Crafts Woman with Geese and Trees "Brittany Farmers" Pottery Vase
By Amphora
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Circa 1905 - 1910 attributed to Elvir Otto for Riessner, Stellmacher and Kessel Amphora Templitz Pottery Vase. This arts and crafts vase stands approx 7" tall with a diameter of appr...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Arts and Crafts Amphora Decorative Objects
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Large Amphora Art Nouveau Handled Vase Attributed to Paul Dachsel
By Amphora, Paul Dachsel
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Large Amphora blue and green eight-handled vase with red leaves.
Attributed to Paul Dachsel - Riessner, Stellmacher & Kessel, Turn-Teplitz, Bohemia, ca...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Amphora Decorative Objects
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Enamel Ceramic Vase Signed Amphora, Austria, circa 1920.
By Amphora
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Enamel ceramic vase signed Amphora, Austria, circa 1920.
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Black Glazed Sculpture Ceramic by Elie Van Damme, Belgium, 1960s
By Amphora, Elie van Damme
Located in Antwerp, BE
Ceramic sculpture by Elie Van Damme for Amphora Belgium, 1960s. Large brutalist ceramic art representing a boy and girl lovers sculpture. Glazed in slate or pewter shades of black an...
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1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Amphora Decorative Objects
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Abstract Family Sculpture in Black Glaze by Elie Van Damme, Belgium, 1960s
By Amphora, Elie van Damme
Located in Antwerp, BE
Abstract mother, father and child sculpture hand molded in black glaze by Elie Van Damme manufactured by Amphora Belgium, 1960s.
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Wall-mounted Ceramic Harlequin by Rogier Vandeweghe for Amphora, Belgium
By Amphora, Rogier Vandeweghe
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare Wall hanging decorative glazed ceramic representing a harlequin from the manufacturer Amphora 1960s designed by Rogier Vandeweghe. The wall mounted figure sculpture...
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1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Amphora Decorative Objects
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Pair of Amphora Vases Art Deco Ceramic Enamel 1915
By Amphora
Located in Poperinge, BE
Beautiful pair of enameled art deco vases from the production of the world famous Amphora factory in Teplice, Czech Republic, this model of vases was released in 1915, marked on the ...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Amphora Decorative Objects
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Ceramic
Rogier Vandeweghe Amphora vase Belgium 1960
By Amphora, Rogier Vandeweghe
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Extremely rare vase designed by Rogier Vandeweghe and made by Amphora, Belgium 1960s. It's a large-sized vase with an extremely rare mint-green color. The vase looks beautiful with i...
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Amphora decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.
Amphora decorative objects are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of ceramic and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Amphora decorative objects, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original decorative objects by Amphora were created in the Art Nouveau style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider decorative objects by Franz Xaver Bergman (Bergmann), Reissner Stellmacher & Kessel, and Josef Hoffmann. Prices for Amphora decorative objects can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $500 and can go as high as $14,637, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,921.
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Questions About Amphora Decorative Objects
- What was an amphora used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The Ancient Greeks used an amphora for storing items like milk, oil, wine or grain. Today, people use amphora vases to hold fresh and artificial floral arrangements and as standalone decorative accents. Shop a variety of amphora vases on 1stDibs.
- What are amphorae in history?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Historically, amphorae are vessels made of pottery that feature elongated bodies and curved handles on either side of their necks. The Ancient Greeks used amphorae to store grain and liquids like oil, milk and wine. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of amphorae.
- What is a terracotta amphora?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A terracotta amphora is a type of earthenware vessel that dates back to Ancient Greece. It featured a wide mouth, curved body, pedestal base and two arched side handles. The Ancient Greeks used the vases to store wine, oil, grain and other items. On 1stDibs, shop a range of terracotta amphora vases.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023Amphoras were decorated with a number of motifs by the ancient Greeks. Common designs included depictions of the gods, everyday people, plants and animals. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of amphora vases.
- Where did amphorae originate?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Amphorae originated along the coasts of what are now Syria and Lebanon. From there, the vessels used to store oil, wine, grains and other foods and drinks spread to Phoenicia and Greece. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of amphora vases from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Is amphora Greek or Latin?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An amphora, a two-handled pot with a large body and a narrow neck, is a Greek form of pottery. It was largely used for storage. You can shop a collection of amphoras from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between a pelike and an amphora is that one vessel is a specific type of the other. An amphora is a vessel with a tapered, pointed bottom and a narrow, elongated neck, often flanked by arched handles. A pelike is an amphora with its widest point close to the bottom, giving it a rotund appearance. Find a diverse assortment of amphoras and pelikes on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024The difference between a vase and an amphora comes down to specificity. An amphora is a vessel that features arched handles positioned on either side of its neck. A vase is any decorative container that can be used to hold a flower arrangement. Amphoras can be used as vases, but not all vases are amphoras. Explore an assortment of vases and vessels on 1stDibs.
- Which Greek vase is an amphora?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An amphora vase is the Greek vase that has an urn-like shape with a wide mouth, medium-length neck and curved body supported by a footed or flat base. Amphora vases usually have two arched handles. Shop a selection of amphora vases on 1stDibs.