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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Martz Marshall Studios Side Table with Tile Top
By Gordon Martz
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A rare and unusual side table by Gordon Martz/Marshall studios ca' 1960's. Interesting pattern of ceramic tiles encased in walnut square shaped frame. Measures 16"H, 23.75 x 23.75".
Ceramic, Walnut
Gordon & Jane Martz Round Side Table 18" with Mosaic Tile Top, Walnut Base
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Round side table by Gordon & Jane Martz. The table top is inlaid with cement gray speckled ceramic coin tiles. The frame, base and pedestal of the table are all solid walnut. Di...
Ceramic, Walnut
$2,995
H 17.75 in W 22 in D 22 in
Tile Top Side or End Table With California Catalina or Taylor Style Tiles
By Catalina Pottery
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous Catalina, California, Taylor, or Mission Arts & Crafts style Spanish tile top side or end table. Comprised of a square top with four ceramic tiles inlaid in an oak frame...
Ceramic, Oak
$760Sale Price|20% Off
H 20.25 in W 31 in D 18.75 in
Handsome John Wisner Ficks Reed Asian Modern Rattan Bamboo Tile Top Side Table
By Ficks Reed
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome John Wisner for Ficks Reed Asian modern tile top side table. This piece features a white tile top framed with solid mahogany with applied Chinese character and fan decoratio...
Ceramic, Rattan
$956 / item
H 25.6 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in
Handmade Colorful Tiles Table top Side Table Caldas Square with Portuguese Tiles
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Well-known for its ceramics tradition, Portuguese tiles production dates back to 16th century. Inheriting this rich crafts knowledge, the table tops of Caldas tables are made with ha...
Metal
Sculpted Bamboo Side Table with Hand Decorated Top
By Tommy Bahama
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Coastal Bamboo & Rattan Round Side Table, Hollywood Regency Style, circa 1970s, Sculpted Bamboo Table with Hand-Decorated Lacquer Top A charming vintage bamboo and rattan r...
Bamboo, Faux Bamboo
Chinese Square Side Table with Mirror Top
Located in Chicago, IL
This elegant, square side table has a streamlined form that draws from traditional Chinese furniture designs. Lightweight and open, the cube-form table has slender corner legs anchor...
Mirror, Wood
Lucite Aluminum Base Glass Top Mid-Century Modern Studio Made Side Table
By Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Lucite aluminum and glass lamp side occasional end table. Pace collection Milo Baughman style.
Aluminum
Gordon & Jane Martz Square Mosaic Tile Side Table
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Square side table by Gordon & Jane Martz. The table top is inlaid with square ceramic tiles in dark gray with six cream, dark brown and green tiles placed randomly throughout the tab...
Ceramic, Walnut
Gordon & Jane Martz Round Side Table 19" with Mosaic Tile Top, Walnut Base
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Round side table by Gordon & Jane Martz. The table top is inlaid with cement gray speckled ceramic coin tiles. The frame, base and pedestal of the table are all solid walnut. Di...
Ceramic, Walnut
Round Drum Side Table with Starburst Top
Located in North York, ON
Round drum side table with starburst top. Featuring unique ribbed carved design and two-tone finish. Topped with a beautiful walnut color starbur...
Wood
Gordon & Jane Martz Speckle Glazed Mosaic Tile Drink Table
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Round side table by Gordon & Jane Martz. The table top is inlaid with cement colored speckle glaze ceramic coin tiles, with a slightly raised walnut edge. The frame, base and pedesta...
Ceramic, Walnut
Side Table Caldas Round with Portuguese Tiles
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Well-known for its ceramics tradition, Portuguese tiles production dates back to 16th century. Inheriting this rich crafts knowledge, the table tops of Caldas tables are made with ha...
Metal
Gordon & Jane Martz for Marshall Studios Ceramic Tile Table Floor Lamp, 1960s
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Gordon Martz, Maria Kipp, Marshall Studios
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classy 1960s stained oak floor lamp with built-in ceramic tile side table by Gordon and Jane Martz for Marshall Studios is in incredible original vintage condition with a beauti...
Ceramic, Oak
Gordon & Jane Martz for Marshall Studios Floor Lamp w Maria Kipp Woven Shade
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Gordon Martz, Maria Kipp, Marshall Studios
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classy 1960s stained oak floor lamp with built-in side table by Gordon and Jane Martz for Marshall Studios is in incredible original vintage condition with a beautiful light pat...
Ceramic, Oak
Sold
H 59 in Dm 15.5 in
Gordon and Jane Martz for Marshall Studios Floor Lamp with Ceramic Tiles Table
By Gordon Martz, Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classy floor lamp with built-in side table by Gordon and Jane Martz for Marshall Studios is in incredible original vintage condition with a beautiful light patina. The built-in ...
Ceramic, Walnut
Gordon Martz Ceramic Tile-Top Occasional Table, circa 1960
By Gordon Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Ceramic tile-top occasional table by Gordon Martz. Measures: 24" diameter x 22.5" tall.
Ceramic, Walnut
Ceramic Tile Top Occasional Table by Gordon Martz
By Gordon Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Ceramic tile top occasional table by Gordon Martz.
Ceramic, Walnut
Gordon Martz Ceramic Tile Top Pedestal or Occasional Table
By Gordon Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in St. Louis, MO
Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios round tile top pedestal or side table with original dark stain. Nice all original condition, some minor scuffs and wear to wood, no damage to round ...
Ceramic, Walnut
Ceramic Tile Top Occasional Table by Gordon Martz
By Gordon Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Ceramic tile top occasional table by Gordon Martz. Measures: 24" diameter x 22.5" tall.
Ceramic, Walnut
Pair of Tile Tables by Gordon Martz
By Gordon Martz
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of teak tables with ceramic tiles by Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios.
Gordon Martz Marshall Studios Dark Walnut & Dark Brown Ceramic Pedestal Table
By Gordon Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios TOR-30R Dark Walnut & Ceramic Tile Occasional Table, 1960's. Featuring a sturdy circular Deep Walnut frame, round Deep Dark Brown matte tile surface...
Ceramic, Walnut
Gordon Martz Occasional Side Table in Attractive Olive Glazing
By Gordon Martz
Located in Chicago, IL
A nice vintage Ceramic tile Mosaic occasional table by Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios. Glazed in an attractive olive color.
Ceramic
Nesting Occasional Tables by Gordon & Jane Martz Marshall Studios
By Marshall Studios, Gordon Martz
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Set of three tile-top nesting side tables by Gordon & Jane Martz Marshall Studios.
Ceramic, Walnut
Gordon Martz Marshall Studios Ceramic Tile Table USA 1060's
By Gordon Martz
Located in New York, NY
Gordon Martz Marshall Studios Ceramic Tile Table USA 1060's. Top of the table is composed of inlaid circular gray and black glazed ceramic tiles i...
Ceramic, Walnut