Modernist Ceramic Vase by C.H. Brannam, Sculptural Ribbed Form, Turquoise, 1950s
By Charles Brannam
Located in Glasgow, GB
A mid-century English ceramic vase by C.H. Brannam of Barnstaple, Devon, featuring a sculptural Modernist form finished in a luminous turquoise glaze. Dating to the mid-20th century, this earthenware vase combines bold, rounded proportions with restrained architectural detailing.
The generously proportioned, bulbous body is encircled by elongated, raised vertical lobes, creating a rhythmic, almost organic surface. These curved sections rise towards a cylindrical neck with a subtly flared, rolled rim, while a circular foot provides a balanced foundation. The glossy turquoise glaze has a soft, mineral-like quality, with delicate tonal variations accentuating the relief decoration.
Established in the mid-19th century, Brannam became an important name in British art pottery under Charles Hubert Brannam. Associated with the wider tradition of Devon and Torquay pottery...
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1950s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Brannam Decorative Objects