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Gordon Martz Decorative Objects

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Gordon Martz and Jane Martz were prominent designers and creators of simple, elegant, handcrafted ceramic goods. Their vintage mid-century modern designs for table lamps, floor lamps, chandeliers and pendants are daring but relaxed and make for versatile additions to any space.

Jane Martz’s grandmother established the family-owned American lampshades company Marshall Studios in Indianapolis, Indiana, in 1922. Jessie “Muz” Marshall produced hand-painted lampshades out of her home, then expanded to include lamp bases made of wood. The business later moved to Veedersburg. After studying at New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University, Jane and Gordon joined the company in the early 1950s and stepped in to run Marshall Studios after it had been managed by Jane’s parents. Gordon and Jane instilled the brand with fresh energy and new ideas. They introduced innovative modernist stoneware lamps, decorative accessories and more that became immediately popular with new homeowners of the era. Later, there was a return to lamp bases made solely of wood, and floor lamps, bookends and tables with tile tops appeared in the company catalogs.

The Marshall Studios M101 lamp was featured in the Museum of Modern Art’s “Good Design” exhibit in 1953, which also featured the work of other mid-century luminaries such as Jens Risom, Paul McCobb, George Nelson and more. 

Gordon and Jane explored color and texture at the company during the 1950s and ‘60s and continued the rich legacy of craftsmanship for which Marshall Studios had become known. The manufacturer secured government contracts and their works were featured in Interiors magazine. Etchings and other decoration continued to be done by hand, and Jane eventually also took an interest in the fabric and textiles used to hand-cover the paper shades, producing a complementary line of hand-woven pillows and other goods.

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Creator: Gordon Martz
Gordon Martz Marshall Studios Ceramic Bookends ca' 1950's
By Gordon Martz
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of stylish, 1950s bookends by Gordon Martz. Circular pattern,beige ceramic tiles, inset into walnut frames, with brass extensions. Heavy and well made.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gordon Martz Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Walnut

Gordon Martz Marshall Studios Ceramic Bookends
By Gordon Martz
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of stylish, 1950s bookends by Gordon Martz. Circular pattern, white ceramic tiles, inset into walnut frames, with brass extensions. Heavy and well made.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gordon Martz Decorative Objects

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Early and Rare Marshall Studios Signed Martz Open Mouth Vase
By Marshall Studios, Gordon Martz
Located in San Diego, CA
Gordon or Jane Martz for Marshall Studios rare and early open mouth vase, in good condition circa 1950's beautiful design. signed
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20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Gordon Martz Decorative Objects

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Pottery

Early and Rare Marshall Studios Lidded Jar Signed
By Gordon Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in San Diego, CA
Gordon or Jane Martz for Marshall Studios rare and early lidded jar in good condition circa 1950's beautiful design.
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20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Gordon Martz Decorative Objects

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Pottery

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Gordon Martz decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Gordon Martz decorative objects are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of pottery and are designed with extraordinary care. Many of the original decorative objects by Gordon Martz were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider decorative objects by Sascha Brastoff, Anna Ehrner, and Mstisov. Prices for Gordon Martz decorative objects can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $275 and can go as high as $375, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $325.

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