Ceramic Building and Garden Elements

Pair of monumental terra cotta garden urns, circa 1970-1990. Classic architectural "soufflé" urn form with soft cylindrical silhouette and thick rolled rim. The surface is the selli...

An antique Victorian decorative corner urinal with floral printed pattern. This very unusual piece is in excellent condition, finished by a striking blue floral transfer print, per...

1 of the 6 Exceptional antique Spanish wall tiles, white with rich warm colors (Onda, Spain Valencia). The dimensions per tile are 7.9 inch (20 cm) × 7.9 inch (20 cm). Please note t...

Eric O'Leary Slab rolled and hand constructed with Asiatic aesthetic and form finished in a vibrant glaze. A similar bench can be found in the permanent collection of the Museum of F...

Contemporary coffee table with four-legs base in lacquered metal. Ceramic top and metal frame are stain, scratch, and heat resistant. The table suitable for outdoor and indoor use. ...

These beautiful antique French terracotta tiles have a long live and a timeless appeal. They are dated from the 17th, 18th and 19th ce...

An antique cast iron pedestal corner basin, dating from circa 1870. This unusual sink will make a unique feature of a period bathroom, certain to make a s...

A good sized terracotta vessel originally for the storage of water. Beautifully patinated with drip glazed detailing.

19th Century tiled cast iron fireplace insert. With adjustable canopy hood, removable front bars, bottom grate & ash pan including a very unique set of original hand painted vi...

Rare Victorian era French iron washstand and wash bowl with pitcher sets. Set made off of a metal washstand and very good condition, a large wash bowl...

Studio pottery planter by ceramicist, Deanna Nichols (b. 1942-2017, Missouri). Holding a BFA from Kansas City Art Institute (1965) and an MFA form Claremont Graduate University in Ca...

A large pair of curvy bulbous earthenware planter pots with large S curve scrolled decorative handles. These urns were handcrafted in Tuscany, Italy signed by Enzo Zago...

Mid-20th century glazed ceramic elephant garden stool, flower pot seat or side table. Handmade of ceramic. Nice addition to your home, patio or garden.     

Chinese ceramic garden stool with openwork details and circumferential decoration of the floral elements and scenes of ladies.

Terra-cotta overdoor with a scrolled fan relief from late 19th-century England. The piece has a wonderful aged patina that gives it a classical, yet rustic character. A unique archit...

To me Architectural Pottery is California modern . Fun large planter pots by a crew of multi talented designers . Produced from the early 1950s to mid 1960s . This wide cone shaped ...

French Matelots singing sailors Dax Art Deco Group. Art Deco Sailors on leave earthenware ceramic sculpture. The iconic original at the height of Art Deco was designed by Edouard Caz...

A pair of Greek reproduction planter pots from Crete, made of terracotta resembling Mediterranean olive jars. The vessels are nicely decorated w...

During the 17th century, containers such as this pair of terracotta garden pots were used to plant orange and lemon trees at noble estates in the South of France. Synonymous with the...

An unusual and curious antique terracotta pig head wall roundel dating to circa 1870, historically painted and now with weathering and losses. Perhaps once situated on the shop fron...

Organic pod form fountain. Natural clay body with glaze pod interior. Created 2019 by Brent J. Bennett, US (signed). Including water pump with US plug. Brent J. Bennett has achieved a worldwide reputation for design excellence. His goal over the last 50 years has been to create beautiful designed, quality pieces that other people enjoy. Most of his work has been architecturally oriented, such as large murals, outdoor furniture, and fountains. His background includes a BA degree from UCSB, two years graduate study at UCLA with Laura Anderson...

An elegant and large scale pair of Mediterranean 19th century patinated Terra Cotta olive jars. Each beautiful and extremely decorative olive jar displays a most elegant curved balus...

A classic large Chinoiserie blue and white porcelain shallow bowl, planter, or decorative charger plate. The painted botanical motifs are balanced with a crisp border detail, offerin...

PAIR OF GROOVED IONIC TERRACOTTA COLUMNS H 198 CM WITH TWO CAPITALS 21th Century Hand made in Italy. Modular columns in four pieces, on request we provide customized height. Two cap...

Handmade tiles in white, grey and blue glazed color. With an Art Nouveau illustration in the middle with golden/brown  accents. Two tiles together make a beautiful whole. These tile...

A blue and white ceramic elephant stool with a flat oval seat and four molded legs. The body is decorated with painted geometric and foliate motifs, with patterned bands around the l...

Antique Persian Iznik Qajar Style Ceramic Pottery Tile Mosaic Polo Players C7. Item features original crackle glazed finish, heavy ceramic pottery construction, very impressive detai...

A captivating piece of Chinese ceramic artistry! This large, heavy stoneware jar features a beautiful, deep green and rich brown glaze over expertly carved relief decoration, making ...

This life-sized terracotta sculpture of the classical Greek figure, Hebe, is a truly beautiful piece. Daughter of Zeus and Hera, Hebe was the go...

Similar pots to these were used in the South of France during the 17th century for the planting of orange and lemon trees on noble estates. Hand-made in traditional ways, this pair o...

An original Victorian blue and white floral sink bowl basin; a beautiful feature piece for a chic vintage bathroom or traditional ensuite. Decorated with ...

Imposing 19th c. Continental white faience glazed terra cotta stove in 5 parts. Great quality- the flue modeled as a palm tree with climbing cherubs, on round column-form oven with c...

This stunning Robert Maxwell & David Cressey floral motif vessel embodies the earthy, organic aesthetic that defines Earthgender Ceramics. Crafted in California in 1977, this glazed ...

Mid-Century Modern Italian Studio Pottery Planter from Bitossi, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark, Additional information: Mat...

A pair of gorgeous vintage terracotta planters. Painted in a lovely cream color with stunning details on the surface. Lots of great patina f...

A pair of reproduction terracotta pots, or planter, made on the island of Crete, Greece using centuries if not millennia-old techniques to achieve their specialized forms decorated w...

“La Suite Catalane” Complete set of 6 painted and glazed ceramic tiles after paintings by Salvador Dali´ (1904-1989) Spain, 1954. Stamped 1954 verso ...

Large Majolica thistle jardinière Onnaing, circa 1880. Height / 9.5 inches. Diameter / 13 inches.

A beautiful example of the classic Gainey Ceramics AC-12 planter. Sporting a textured brown glaze. In excellent vintage condition. Planter is 12.5” deep 12.5” wide And 11” tall Th...

This is an amazing set of Dutch blue handmade ceramic tiles. Manufactured by Gilliot Hemiksen, 1930s. With 6 different stylized designs. We offer 20 tiles from the same design. In total 120 tiles...

Beautiful wall tiles with an image of a butterfly and flower basket, trimmed with a beautiful edge. Manufactured around 1900, Morialme, Belgium. Two tiles together form 1 image. Ther...

Vallauris Art Nouveau jardinière attributed to Massier.

1960s Glazed Ceramic Pot Attributed to John Follis for Architectural Pottery. Executed in matte white glazed ceramic. A very clean and increasingly rare example highly reminiscent o...

Second quarter of the 19th century English export blue and white bidet with mahogany cover resting on a Regency mahogany stand ending in carved paw feet. T...

During the 17th century, containers such as this pair of terracotta garden pots were used to plant orange and lemon trees at noble estates in the South of France. Synonymous with the...

A set of thirty six reclaimed mixed encaustic tiles by Craven Dunnill & Co and other makers. Dating from the mid 19th century, these reclaimed encaustic tiles are a pleasing ble...

18th century French terra cotta tiles, hand-painted.

A beautiful antique blancmange fish mold. A lovely example of Victoria Ware, this heavy ironstone dish could serve as a planter, or even to display on a ...

Dating to circa 1900, this antique Vietnamese ceramic pedestal, traditionally associated with Annamese pottery, is distinguished by its rich turquoise-green glaze and sculptural lotu...

Gainey Matte Glazed Ceramic Planter, circa 2000s. Executed in matte off-white glazed ceramic. A very clean and increasingly rare example attributed to iconic ceramics manufacturer G...

Distinctive Japanese Showa period patio and garden stool tea set crafted from glazed ceramic pottery. The set consists of four stools and one round table measuring 24.5 inches in dia...

This is a amazing and unique set of 511 antique French handmade ceramic tiles. Manufactured by Devres, circa 1910s. Stylized design. Each patte...

Italian made vintage cerulean blue terracotta Deco style female figure sculpture.

1884 Geometric multi colored ceramic foldable garden table

A beautiful and big Art Nouveau pottery flower pot with green/turquoise/black glaze. Designed by the Vienna Secession artist Michael Powolny in the ...

An exceptional and highly whimsical vintage glazed terracotta garden fountain spouter, beautifully sculpted to depict a charming mermaid child—or putti of the sea—cradling an upturned fish. Attributed to the historic Winkle Terra Cotta Company of St. Louis, Missouri, this sculptural piece exemplifies the finest mid-century American architectural art pottery. It features a beautifully balanced, split bifurcated tail resting on an integrated, circular molded plinth base. The entire figure is enveloped in a magnificent, heavy cream-colored crackle glaze (craquelure), accented with subtle, organic speckling that lends a remarkably sophisticated, stone-like texture and a soft, lustrous sheen. Designed with both artistry and utility in mind, the fish's mouth serves as a functional water spout, perfectly positioned to accommodate internal plumbing for a dynamic water feature. The reverse lower base retains its original factory-stamped lettering beneath the thick glaze, heavily substantiating its St. Louis provenance. Whether utilized as a striking focal point over a classical wall fountain basin, nestled within a lush garden niche, or showcased indoors as an architectural statement piece, this captivating terracotta sculpture offers an enchanting blend of historic character, sculptural depth, and functional aquatic charm. A Legacy of American Architectural Art Pottery Established in 1883 by Joseph Winkle, the Winkle Terra Cotta Company of St. Louis, Missouri, was one of the premier giants of the late 19th and early 20th-century American ceramic industry. Located in the historic, clay-rich Cheltenham district, Winkle transformed raw Missouri clay into highly celebrated architectural embellishments and garden ornaments found across the country. While famous for manufacturing complex, sculpted facade elements for iconic historic landmarks—most notably fabricating the legendary terra cotta ornamentation for Louis Sullivan’s masterwork, the Wainwright Building—the firm also operated highly successful specialty "side lines". From their 6-acre manufacturing plant, Winkle deployed a staff of master, European-trained sculptors and dedicated ceramic chemists to produce fine stock catalog garden statuary, fountains, jardinieres, and urns. Key Historical & Collector NotesMastery of Glaze: Under the direction of specialized ceramic engineers, Winkle pioneered thick, lustrous, weather-resistant cream, ivory, and polychrome glazes. Over decades of exposure, these heavy glazes naturally develop a beautiful, sought-after crackle patina (craquelure). The Sculptural Style: Because the company worked closely with the leading architects of the Gilded Age and the Mid-Century transition, their garden wares consistently display highly refined, classically proportioned motifs—including whimsical putti, sea life, and classical revivals. Market Desirability: Authentic, factory-stamped pieces from the St. Louis terra cotta boom are highly coveted by architectural historians and interior designers alike for their exceptional durability, rich historic provenance, and sculptural depth. Outdoor Statuary, Architectural Salvage, Patio Decor, Poolside Ornament, Solarium Accent, Courtyard Sculpture, Wall Spout, Water Feature, Art Deco, Hollywood Regency, Grandmillennial Style, Classical Revival, Eclectic Chic, Coastal Decor, Grotesque, Mythological Art, Ceramic Sculpture, Fired Clay, Weathered Finish, Majolica Style, Faïence, Stoneware, Aged Patina, St. Louis Pottery, Missouri Art...

Monumental Pair Of Glazed Pottery Garden Urns. Offered is a stately large pair of mid-century glazed pottery garden urns or garden planters. This beautiful pair of large-scale plante...

A fine large monumental English Campana garden urn (or planter pot) on plinth of buff terracotta, featuring a round urn with Classically proportioned body on raised square base, and ...

Charming three tier plant stand made in Italy by the renown workshop Industria Ceramica Salernitana ( ICS ) with decorative ceramic tiles by Irene Kowaliska...

Belgium / 1800s / antique / ceramics / pot / brown glazed This exquisite large rustic brown pot with elegantly crafted handles on top is a true masterpiece of ceramic artistry. H...