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Marshall Studios Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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

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 Marshall Studios Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic, Oak

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

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

By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios

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 Marshall Studios Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Walnut, Ceramic

Jane & Gordon Martz Stoneware Carafe for Marshall Studios, c.1965
Jane & Gordon Martz Stoneware Carafe for Marshall Studios, c.1965

Jane & Gordon Martz Stoneware Carafe for Marshall Studios, c.1965

By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Jane & Gordon Martz Ceramic Stoneware Carafe / Pitcher for Marshall Studios, c.1965.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Marshall Studios Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic, Leather, Stoneware

Martz Blue Ceramic Catchall Ashtray
Martz Blue Ceramic Catchall Ashtray

Martz Blue Ceramic Catchall Ashtray

By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios

Located in Miami, FL

Baby blue glazed stoneware ashtray designed by Gordon & Jane Martz for Marshall Studios. The rarely found model CN notched ashtray features a matte glaze in their gorgeous light blue...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marshall Studios Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic, Pottery

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

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 Marshall Studios Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Pottery

Jane and Gordon Martz Tray/ Dish for Marshall Studios
Jane and Gordon Martz Tray/ Dish for Marshall Studios

Jane and Gordon Martz Tray/ Dish for Marshall Studios

By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A stunning tray or dish designed by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios. Features a matte greenish grey body with incisions and decorations. Great colors, glaze, and freeform ...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marshall Studios Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic

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

By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Gordon and Jane Martz walnut & ceramic bookends for Marshall Studios circa 1965.

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Large Martz Marshall Studios Incised Stoneware Bowl
Large Martz Marshall Studios Incised Stoneware Bowl

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Shallow bow lwith incised spiral pattern by Gordon and Jane Martz, produced at Marshall Studios, c. 1950's.

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Marshall Studios serveware, ceramics, silver and glass for sale on 1stDibs.

Marshall Studios serveware, ceramics, silver and glass 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 serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original serveware, ceramics, silver and glass by Marshall Studios 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 serveware, ceramics, silver and glass by Gordon & Jane Martz, Gordon Martz, and Lee Rosen. Prices for Marshall Studios serveware, ceramics, silver and glass can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $300 and can go as high as $1,275, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $363.