Gordon Martz Barware

American

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

Rare Set Coffee Tea Water Pitcher Plates, Cups & Saucers Signed by Martz Studio

$1,020Sale Price / set|20% Off

Rare Set Coffee Tea Water Pitcher Plates, Cups & Saucers Signed by Martz Studio

By Gordon Martz, Marshall Studios

Located in San Diego, CA

An incredible and rare set by Gordon Martz for Marshall studios each piece is signed and comes with 4 espresso cups, 4 small plates a sugar, and a creamer, nice condition no chips or...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Gordon Martz Barware

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Pottery

Rare Handmade Set of 10 Stoneware Tumblers by Gordon and Jane Martz for Marshall

$1,450 / set

Rare Handmade Set of 10 Stoneware Tumblers by Gordon and Jane Martz for Marshall

By Gordon Martz

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Rare set of 10 stoneware tumblers created by Gordon and Jane Martz. They measure 5 5/8" in height by 3 1/8" in diameter and all re signed Martz. In very good vintage condition. The ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gordon Martz Barware

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Stoneware

Oak and Ceramic Bookends by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios

$375 / set

H 7.5 in W 5 in D 4.5 in

Oak and Ceramic Bookends by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios

By Marshall Studios

Located in Round Rock, TX

Beautiful pair of bookends by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios, circa 1960s. These bookends are made from oak and feature a beautiful matte black ceramic in a spiral pa...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gordon Martz Barware

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Ceramic, Oak

Clear Glass Modernist Margarita Martini Cocktail Pitcher

$275Sale Price|21% Off

H 5.25 in W 6.5 in D 9.5 in

Clear Glass Modernist Margarita Martini Cocktail Pitcher

Located in Ferndale, MI

Bulbous body drinks pitcher.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Gordon Martz Barware

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Glass

Tea Pot by Gordon and Jane Martz

$480

H 10 in W 6 in D 7 in

Tea Pot by Gordon and Jane Martz

By Gordon & Jane Martz

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

The Gordon and Jane Martz ceramic tea pot is a stunning piece of functional art that seamlessly combines form and function. Handcrafted by the renowned American ceramicists, Gordon a...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Gordon Martz Barware

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Ceramic

fferrone Set of 2 Contemporary Glass Handmade Tumblers

$380 / set

H 3.94 in Dm 3.15 in

fferrone Set of 2 Contemporary Glass Handmade Tumblers

By Felicia Ferrone

Located in Chicago, IL

Flight tumbler glass - Set of 2 The Flight tumblers from fferrone are glassware essentials that are great for serving water, soft drinks, and juice as well as serving cocktails and alcoholic drinks. A collection fully in character with fferrone design...

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2010s Czech Modern Gordon Martz Barware

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Glass

SET Chubut Champagne Bucket, Tray, Pitcher, Alpaca Silver & Black Horn

$2,680 / set

H 7.09 in Dm 7.88 in

SET Chubut Champagne Bucket, Tray, Pitcher, Alpaca Silver & Black Horn

By AIREDELSUR

Located in Buenos Aires, AR

20 x 20 cm 49 x 9 cm 28 x 12 cm The calm, peace and stillness of the Villa La Angostura lakes, together with its woods, are transmitted to the handles and the relaxed shapes of the...

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2010s Argentine Organic Modern Gordon Martz Barware

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Metal

Jane and Gordon Martz Ceramic Tile and Walnut Bookends for Marshall Studios

$300

H 7.5 in W 5 in D 4.25 in

Jane and Gordon Martz Ceramic Tile and Walnut Bookends for Marshall Studios

By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz

Located in Chicago, IL

These ceramic tile and walnut bookends were designed and made by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios. The rectangular forms are softened by the loose brush strokes in the glaz...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gordon Martz Barware

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Walnut, Ceramic

Pale Green Lowball Tumblers - Set of 6

$85 / set

H 4 in Dm 3.25 in

Pale Green Lowball Tumblers - Set of 6

By Libbey Glass Co.

Located in Fairfield, CA

A set of 6 beautiful pale green vintage lowball tumblers. Made in the Spanish Green Monterey pattern by Libbey. Weighted bases with a lovely twisted design to the glass.

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Late 20th Century American Gordon Martz Barware

Materials

Glass

A set of six Italian handblown Murano glass tumblers

$824 / set

H 4.45 in Dm 3.35 in

A set of six Italian handblown Murano glass tumblers

Located in London, GB

A set of six Italian handblown Murano glass tumblers with vibrant green and aubergine purple stripes

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Gordon Martz Barware

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Murano Glass

fferrone Set of Two Contemporary Czech Minimal Bessho Tumbler Glasses Handmade

$360 / set

H 4 in Dm 3 in

fferrone Set of Two Contemporary Czech Minimal Bessho Tumbler Glasses Handmade

By Felicia Ferrone

Located in Chicago, IL

This contemporary Czech glass set includes two Bessho Tumblers Just as the small town is known for the healing properties of its hot springs, so are ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Gordon Martz Barware

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Glass

Signed Gucci Silver-Plated Carafe with Crystal Insert, Italy, 1970s

$1,792

H 10.63 in W 4.73 in D 5.52 in

Signed Gucci Silver-Plated Carafe with Crystal Insert, Italy, 1970s

By Gucci

Located in Roma, IT

Marvelous and incredibly rare carafe in silver-plated metal and crystal glass, signed Gucci. This elegant sculptural piece was produced by Gucci in Italy during the 1970s and beautif...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gordon Martz Barware

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Crystal, Metal, Silver Plate

1970s Vintage Wheat Tumblers - Set of 6

$80 / set

H 6.5 in Dm 2.5 in

1970s Vintage Wheat Tumblers - Set of 6

Located in Fairfield, CA

A set of 6 vintage tumblers. Smokey brown color to the glass with a yellow and amber wheat design. Perfect for summer drinks. Each measures 2.5"Dia x 6.5"H

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Gordon Martz Barware

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century Modern Brass Pitcher by Tommi Parzinger for Dorlyn Silversmiths

$1,245

H 8 in W 8 in D 4.75 in

Mid-Century Modern Brass Pitcher by Tommi Parzinger for Dorlyn Silversmiths

By Dorlyn Silversmiths, Tommi Parzinger

Located in New York, NY

This elegant Mid-Century Modern polished brass pitcher was designed by Tommi Parzinger for Dorlyn Silversmiths in the United States circa 1960. It features an undulating body with a ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gordon Martz Barware

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Brass

Gordon Martz barware for sale on 1stDibs.

Gordon Martz barware 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 Gordon Martz barware, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original barware by Gordon Martz were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider barware by Arthur Umanoff, Cera, and Fred Press. Prices for Gordon Martz barware can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,160 and can go as high as $1,275, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,218.