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Marshall Studios Decorative Objects

Established in Indiana, Marshall Studios produced an eclectic array of home furnishings, textiles and even technology. In the early years, the company’s main emphasis, however, remained on lighting fixtures — primarily handcrafted, eye-catching table lamps.

Jessie Talbott Marshall set up Marshall Studios in Indianapolis, in 1922, producing hand-painted parchment lampshades. Her son Nicholas joined the company a few years later, and began production of hand-turned wooden lamp bases. After Marshall's passing in 1932, Nicholas took over company operations. At the start of the Second World War, the company moved to Veedersburg, Indiana. Though the Marshall Studios continued to produce lamps and shades, the company also created a film densitometer, selling several units under a military contract.

In 1951, Nicholas's daughter Jane Marshall Martz and her husband Gordon Martz moved to Veedersburg and joined the company. Gordon and Jane, both graduates of New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University, reshaped the face of Marshall Studios. Their vintage mid-century modern designs for table lamps, floor lamps, chandeliers and pendants became immediately popular with new homeowners of the era. Under the couple’s leadership, the company enjoyed its greatest success. 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. 

For approximately the next 40 years, Marshall Studios created hundreds of unique lamp bases, lamp shades and many other decorative objects. In 1989, Jane and Gordon sold their stake in the company and retired to Fayetteville, Arkansas. 

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Jane & Gordon Martz Decorative Ceramic Tray Marshall Studios,  1960's
Jane & Gordon Martz Decorative Ceramic Tray Marshall Studios,  1960's

Jane & Gordon Martz Decorative Ceramic Tray Marshall Studios, 1960's

By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Jane & Gordon Martz Decorative Ceramic Tray Dish Marshall Studios, 1960's. A great design.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Marshall Studios Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Gordon Jane Martz Marshall Studios Art Pottery Green Oval Tray
Gordon Jane Martz Marshall Studios Art Pottery Green Oval Tray

Gordon Jane Martz Marshall Studios Art Pottery Green Oval Tray

By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Gordon Jane Martz Marshall Studios Art Pottery Green Oval Plate signed .75 h x 6.5 w x 5 d Preowned vintage Refer to images

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Marshall Studios Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Jane and Gordon Martz Footed Bowl for Marshall Studios
Jane and Gordon Martz Footed Bowl for Marshall Studios

Jane and Gordon Martz Footed Bowl for Marshall Studios

By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A large footed bowl produced by Marshall Studios, circa 1970s. Would work nicely as a center bowl/fruit bowl. Marshall Studios was the infamous company which produced countless lamps...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marshall Studios Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Jane and Gordon Martz Ceramic Vase for Marshall Studios
Jane and Gordon Martz Ceramic Vase for Marshall Studios

Jane and Gordon Martz Ceramic Vase for Marshall Studios

By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A large vase designed by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios. Famous for their highly desirable ceramic table lamps, offered here is a ceramic vase. Wonderful white and tan (u...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marshall Studios Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Early and Rare Marshall Studios Signed Martz Open Mouth Vase
Early and Rare Marshall Studios Signed Martz Open Mouth Vase

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 Marshall Studios Decorative Objects

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Pottery

Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios Ceramic Vase
Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios Ceramic Vase

Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios Ceramic Vase

By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A large round vase designed by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios. Famous for their highly desirable ceramic table lamps, offered here is a ceramic vase. Wonderful white and ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marshall Studios Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Jane and Gordon Martz Large Ceramic Bowl for Marshall Studios
Jane and Gordon Martz Large Ceramic Bowl for Marshall Studios

Jane and Gordon Martz Large Ceramic Bowl for Marshall Studios

By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A large scale bowl by Jane and Gordon martz for Marshall studios. Largely known for execution of lamps, the ceramicist duo also did a number of bowls and vases. Offered here is a very large bowl...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marshall Studios Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Vintage Midcentury Ceramic Ashtray by Gordon & Jane Martz
Vintage Midcentury Ceramic Ashtray by Gordon & Jane Martz

Vintage Midcentury Ceramic Ashtray by Gordon & Jane Martz

By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful, vintage ceramic ashtray. This piece dates to the 1960s and presents a great condition. Shades of browns and beige spiral within its ...

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1960s American American Craftsman Vintage Marshall Studios Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Large MCM Stoneware Bowl with Floral Design by Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios
Large MCM Stoneware Bowl with Floral Design by Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios

Large MCM Stoneware Bowl with Floral Design by Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios

By Marshall Studios, Gordon Martz

Located in San Diego, CA

Large MCM stoneware bowl with floral design by Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios, circa 1950s. The bowl is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measures a heft...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Marshall Studios Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Jane and Gordon Martz Ceramic Bowl for Marshall Studios
Jane and Gordon Martz Ceramic Bowl for Marshall Studios

Jane and Gordon Martz Ceramic Bowl for Marshall Studios

By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A large scale bowl by Jane and Gordon martz for Marshall studios. Largely known for execution of lamps, the ceramicist duo also did a number of bowls and vases. Offered here is a very large bowl...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marshall Studios Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Gordon and Jane Martz Collection of Ceramic Vases
Gordon and Jane Martz Collection of Ceramic Vases

Gordon and Jane Martz Collection of Ceramic Vases

By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A collection of four small vases designed by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios. Famous for their lamps, Jane and Gordon designed many different household ceramic items.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marshall Studios Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Gordon and Jane Martz Ceramic Vase, Marshall Studios, 1960s
Gordon and Jane Martz Ceramic Vase, Marshall Studios, 1960s

Gordon and Jane Martz Ceramic Vase, Marshall Studios, 1960s

By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A large round vase designed by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios. Famous for their highly desirable ceramic table lamps, offered here is a ceramic vase. Wonderful rose/ blus...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marshall Studios Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios Large Ceramic Vase
Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios Large Ceramic Vase

Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios Large Ceramic Vase

By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A large vase designed by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios in a blush/ rose glaze. Famous for their highly desirable ceramic table lamps, offered here is a ceramic vase. Won...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marshall Studios Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Jane and Gordon Martz Vase for Marshall Studios
Jane and Gordon Martz Vase for Marshall Studios

Jane and Gordon Martz Vase for Marshall Studios

By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A well proportioned vase produced by Marshall Studios, circa 1970s. This one with a glazed white body with incised unglazed swirls. Marshall Studios was the infamous company which p...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marshall Studios Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

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Jane & Gordon Martz Large Ceramic Bowl / Tray Marshall Studios, 1960's
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Jane & Gordon Martz Large Ceramic Bowl / Tray Marshall Studios, 1960's

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Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Jane & Gordon Martz Large Ceramic Bowl / Tray Marshall Studios, 1960's. This piece is signed " M " to the bottom.

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Rare Jane & Gordon Martz Stoneware " Bird " Pitcher for Marshall Studios, c.1965
Rare Jane & Gordon Martz Stoneware " Bird " Pitcher for Marshall Studios, c.1965

Rare Jane & Gordon Martz Stoneware " Bird " Pitcher for Marshall Studios, c.1965

By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Rare Jane & Gordon Martz Stoneware " Bird " Pitcher / Bottle / Vase for Marshall Studios, c.1965. Really Great Color on this Sculptural Form. Signed.

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Jane and Gordon Martz Ceramic Vide Poche or Catchall for Marshall Studios
Jane and Gordon Martz Ceramic Vide Poche or Catchall for Marshall Studios

Jane and Gordon Martz Ceramic Vide Poche or Catchall for Marshall Studios

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Jane and Gordon Martz Tray/Dish #137 for Marshalls Studios, 1970

Jane and Gordon Martz Tray/Dish #137 for Marshalls Studios, 1970

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Jane & Gordon Martz Decorative Ceramic Tray Marshall Studios, 1960's

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Jane & Gordon Martz Decorative Ceramic Tray Marshall Studios, 1960's.

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Early and Rare Marshall Studios Lidded Jar Signed
Early and Rare Marshall Studios Lidded Jar Signed

Early and Rare Marshall Studios Lidded Jar Signed

By Gordon Martz, Marshall Studios

Located in San Diego, CA

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Jane & Gordon Martz Decorative Ceramic Tray Marshall Studios, 1960's
Jane & Gordon Martz Decorative Ceramic Tray Marshall Studios, 1960's

Jane & Gordon Martz Decorative Ceramic Tray Marshall Studios, 1960's

By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Jane & Gordon Martz Decorative Ceramic Tray Marshall Studios, 1960's.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Marshall Studios Decorative Objects

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Jane & Gordon Martz Decorative Ceramic Tray Marshall Studios, 1960's
Jane & Gordon Martz Decorative Ceramic Tray Marshall Studios, 1960's

Jane & Gordon Martz Decorative Ceramic Tray Marshall Studios, 1960's

By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Jane & Gordon Martz Decorative Ceramic Tray / Dish, Marshall Studios, 1960's. Very good original condition. Signed to the bottom.

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Jane & Gordon Martz Decorative Ceramic Tray Marshall Studios, 1960's
Jane & Gordon Martz Decorative Ceramic Tray Marshall Studios, 1960's

Jane & Gordon Martz Decorative Ceramic Tray Marshall Studios, 1960's

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Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Jane & Gordon Martz Decorative Ceramic Tray / Dish, Marshall Studios, 1960's. Very good original condition. Makers mark to the bottom.

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Marshall Studios decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Marshall Studios 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 Marshall Studios decorative objects, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original decorative objects by Marshall Studios 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 Gordon & Jane Martz, Emil Milan, and Arthur Umanoff. Prices for Marshall Studios decorative objects can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $169 and can go as high as $1,900, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,400.