Ceramic Bowls and Baskets

With a lion rampant within elaborate trellis and scroll borders, artist's monogram WSM and impressed factory mark and date.

Enhance your decor with this vintage boho Portuguese hand-painted plate featuring a beautifully detailed quail. Crafted with vibrant colors and intricate patterns, this plate capture...

Two pairs of maiolica baskets Antonio Ferretti Manufacture Lodi, circa 1770-1790 Maiolica polychrome decorated “a piccolo fuoco” (third fire). Measures: A) Height 3.54 x 6.69 x 9.84 in (9 x 17 x 25 cm); B) Height 3.93 x 7.48 x 11.02 in (10 x 19 x 28 cm). Total weight 4.85 lb (2.200 kg) State of conservation: A) One of the smaller baskets has some areas of restoration, the other slight chipping from use; B) One of the larger baskets is intact and the other shows a clearly glued break. The mold with which the baskets were forged simulates a wicker weave. The two larger works have high, vertical walls, with branch-shaped handles penetrating the weave. The painted decorations, small polychrome flowers applied only externally, highlight the points where the weaves intersect. The decision to leave the center of the basket devoid of decoration is highly unusual, but given the size and complexity of the shape, as well as the quality of the enamel, it is possible to hypothesize that it represents a precise choice in manufacturing or for a particular client. The two smaller baskets have small, twisted handles and, on the outside, reproduce more decisively the characteristic wicker weave, obtained through thin molded lines. The interior exhibits a rich, typical decoration of naturalistic flowers: a bunch centered around a main flower and secondary stems accompanied by small “semis”. The exterior of these works is also adorned with small little flowers where the weaves intersect. The size and morphological characteristics of the baskets confirm their attribution to the Lodi factory of Antonio Ferretti between 1770 and 1790, during its most successful period; by this point his original reworking of the "Strasbourg" decoration, known as "old Lodi", had achieved great fame even outside Italy. This decorative choice represented a strong point of the Lodi factory, which established itself thanks to the vivid nature of the colors made possible by the introduction of a new technique perfected by Paul Hannong in Strasbourg and which Antonio Ferretti introduced in Italy. This production process, called “piccolo fuoco” (third fire), allowed the use of a greater number of colors than in the past; in particular, the purple of Cassius, a red made from gold chloride, was introduced. Its use allowed for many more tones and shades, from pink to purple. The Ferretti family had started their maiolica manufacturing business in Lodi in 1725. The forefather Simpliciano had started the business by purchasing an ancient furnace in 1725 and, indeed, we have evidence of the full activity of the furnaces from April of the same year (Novasconi-Ferrari-Corvi, 1964, p. 26 n. 4). Simpliciano had started a production of excellence also thanks to the ownership of clay quarries in Stradella, not far from Pavia. The production was so successful that in 1726 a decree of the Turin Chamber came to prohibit the importation of foreign ceramics, especially from Lodi, to protect internal production (G. Lise, La ceramica a Lodi, Lodi 1981, p. 59). In its initial stages, the manufacture produced maolicas painted with the “a gran fuoco” (double fire) technique, often in turquoise monochrome, with ornamentation derived from compositional modules in vogue in Rouen in France. This was also thanks to the collaboration of painters like Giorgio Giacinto Rossetti, who placed his name on the best specimens next to the initials of the factory. In 1748 Simpliciano made his will (Gelmini, 1995, p. 30) appointing his son Giuseppe Antonio (known as Antonio) as universal heir. After 1750, when Simpliciano passed away, Antonio was directly involved in the maiolica factory, increasing its fortunes and achieving a reputation on a European level. Particularly important was the aforementioned introduction in 1760 of the innovative “a piccolo fuoco” (third fire) processing, which, expanding the ornamental repertoire with Saxon-inspired floral themes, could commercially compete with the German porcelains that had one of its most renowned offerings in the naturalistic Deutsche Blumen. Antonio Ferretti understood and promoted this technique and this decoration, proposing it in a fresher and more corrective version, less linked to botanical tables...

Delicate and whimsical, this vintage decorative ceramic bowl offers a woodland fantasy. Made in Belgium in the 1920s, the piece is shaped like a basket: but a basket composed of leav...

Add a touch of Italian charm to your dining experience with this Vintage Italian Hand-Painted Serving Bowl. Beautifully crafted, this bowl features intricate, hand-painted designs in...

A large chamotte stoneware bowl (plate) by Swedish designer Charlotte Hamilton (1883-1980) produced by Rörstrand 1946-49. Decorated with a large leaf, in contrast tones of light and...

Chinese export plate for the persian market, 18th century. 11 inches wide by 2 inches tall

Decorate a table or console with this colorful antique majolica planter. Crafted in Italy, circa 1960, the large, decorative ceramic composition features a swan standing on the edge of a flower pot. The whimsical cache pot is wide and round with an ornate, sculptural quality. The barbotine planter...

Sculptural green and black ceramic catchall likely designed by Matégot and Georges Jouve. Iron frame with circular base, zig zag body and circular top. Green and black glazed ceramic...

The studio pottery bowl is created on the turning wheel by sophisticated and advanced skilled Dutch ceramist Jaan Mobach at Mobach Studio Utrecht in The Netherlands in 1985. The lust...

Mid-Century Danish Porcelain Bowl from Aluminia Royal Copenhagen, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: M...

Completely handmade porcelain bowl with a hands-free painted bambi in the center of the bowl. The charming bambi figure is painted in black and sits in the middle of the dish. The po...

Remarkable ceramic plate by Tasca. Asymmetrical clear decoration on dark background.

This large turquoise or 'argenta' Art Deco pottery bowl was done by Wilheim Kage for Gustavsberg of Sweden in approximately 1939. The bowl is done with scrolled handles and a pedesta...

Discover ONDA, an exclusive modern design centerpiece made entirely by hand in Raku ceramic by artist Nino Basso. This unique piece, modeled without the use of molds or machinery, i...

Chinese Blue & White Decorated Porcelain Fish Bowl The tapering circular bowl decorated with vignettes of boys at play. Height 16 in. (40.64 cm.), Diameter at rim 18.5 in. (46.99 cm.)

Vintage Royal Copenhagen porcelain vide-poche dish with green and gray colored crackle glaze and simple decorative golden band base. Signed, stamped and numbered under base. Beautifu...

Hella Jongerius has collaborated with Porzellan Manufaktur Nymphenburg for many years creating humurous modern items in porcelain. The hand craft and attention to detail that Nymphen...

Hands-free painted porcelain dish with platinum rim. Hands-free painted in a classic black forest christmas decor with green fir and pine cone garland. Completely handmade in Bavaria...

Vide de poche by les Argonautes, France 1950's

A charming assortment of five vintage spongeware pottery bowls, each uniquely hand-glazed in a traditional mottled brown and tan finish. This collection features a variety of sizes a...

Charming ceramic dish in chamotte clay, engobe decoration in soft intaglio with a pattern of 2 blue thistles. Signed on back and designed for wall mounting allowing you to fully enj...

Add a touch of global charm with this Vintage Boho Hand-Painted Moroccan Glazed Ceramic Bowl. Featuring intricate, hand-painted patterns in vibrant hues, this bowl reflects the rich ...

French Faience pate tureen with rabbits Circa 1920.

A beautiful miniature stoneware bowl with amazing celadon / light blue-green hare’s fur glaze. Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1...

1970’s Italian large ceramic “ Rimini Blue” bowl designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi. Large statement bowl that can be placed as a catch all oar for fruit. It’s marked made in Italy ...

Ce magnifique vide poche, réalisé par Albert Thiry, est une pièce emblématique de la céramique française de Vallauris des années 1960. Avec un diamètre de 8.5 cm et une hauteur de 9 ...

Italian handmade medium silver leaf bowl in a free-form shape. Silver leaf on cream fine ceramic. Similar bowls are available in 7" diameter (S4282) and 11.5" diameter (S4281)  

Add a vibrant touch to your decor with this stunning set of two vintage boho ceramic bowls. Featuring a bold orange glaze with an expressive dripping effect, these hand-crafted piece...

Mid 20th Century Turkish Kütahya Pottery Hand Painted Wall Hanging Plate with Iznik Patterns. Large hand-made decorative ceramic wall art platter hand painted in polychrome Izink pat...

This completely handmade and hands-free painted porcelain dish is made by Sofina porcelain in Bavaria. Hand-painted with a large stag beetle and other beetles. Rimmed with a platinum...

Add a splash of Mediterranean charm to your table setting with this delightful set of vintage Italian glazed ceramic fish serving bowls. Hand-painted with vibrant colors and intricat...

A major Argenta statement piece. Stoneware fish bowl from Wilhelm Kage, for Gustavsberg, Sweden Superbly decorated applied silver animated stylised fish to inner bowl. Silver band...

Set of three stoneware clay pottery pieces in graduating sizes by artist Ted Teeter. All Signed on the underside Ted Teeter with one bing dated 1975 and an...

Enhance your collection with this stunning 19th century English Antique Porcelain set. Featuring delicate floral prints, this 2 piece set include...

Large Chinese Export punch bowl in Mandarin Palette & Gilt Accents, ca. 1780.

Hella Jongerius has collaborated with Porzellan Manufaktur Nymphenburg for many years creating humurous modern items in porcelain. The hand craft and attention to detail that Nymphen...

A stoneware tea bowl by American ceramist Warren Mackenzie (1924-2018). Potted in a column shape with a prominent encircling ridged node in the midsection, the upright bowl evokes th...

Thorkild Olsen for Royal Copenhagen, Terracotta Craquelure Gilded Compote Bowl with Vase Sold as a set, Bowl Dimensions: Diameter 9.75" Height: 4.88" Vase Dimensions: Diameter 7.6...

An Art Nouveau Ormolu-Mounted Porcelain Bowl The large porcelain bowl with a striking dark blue glaze, the foot with an ormolu rim and the lip of the bowl set with a pierced ormolu ...

Elevate your tabletop with the timeless charm of this Vintage Italian Gilt Tipped Standing Bowl. Perched on a flared pedestal base, this elegant ceramic piece boasts fine hand-painte...

Mid-Century Modern Danish Studio Pottery Bowl by Tue Poulsen for Tue Keramik, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark, Additional in...

Mid-Century Modern Danish Studio Pottery Bowl from Lovemose, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark, Additional information: Materi...

Mid-Century Modern Danish Studio Pottery Bowl by Conny Walther, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark, Additional information: Mat...

Vintage Danish Studio Pottery Bowl from Sejer Keramik, 1977, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1970 to 1979 This piece has an attribution mark, Additional information: Materials: Ce...

Art Deco German Ceramic Bowl with Lid from Carstens Pottery, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1920 to 1949 This piece has an attribution mark, Additional information: Materials: Ce...

Mid-Century Swedish Ceramic Asta Decor Plate Bowl by Marianne Westman for Rörstrand, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1950 to 1959 This piece has an attribution mark. Additi...

Mid-Century Danish Studio Pottery Bowl by Jytte Trebbien and Harry Nielsen for Tusbo, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark. Addit...

Mid-Century German Pottery Wall Bowl, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 Additional information: Materials: Ceramic Color: Brown Period: 1960s Country of Origin: ...

Mid-Century Modern Danish Studio Pottery Bowl by Svend Aage Jensen for Søholm, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark, Additional i...

Mid-Century Modern Danish Model 2071 Studio Pottery Bowl with Flower Design from Søholm, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark, Ad...

Mid-Century Modern Danish Studio Pottery Bowl by Tue Poulsen for Tue Keramik, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969. This piece has an attribution mark. Additional i...

Mid-Century Modern Danish Studio Pottery Bowl by Tue Poulsen for Tue Keramik, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969. This piece has an attribution mark. Additional i...

Mid-Century Danish Studio Pottery Bowl from Robert Rob Bentsen, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Mat...

A small antique Wedgwood green majolica leaf dish. Circa late 19th century, England.

Hella Jongerius has collaborated with Porzellan Manufaktur Nymphenburg for many years creating humurous modern items in porcelain. The hand craft and attention to detail that Nymphen...

Produced and signed by Cantagalli of Italy. 12" x 5.5" x 3.5" tall. This is unusual for the company because they were very traditional, however during the 50s and 60s they did produc...

Postmodern Ceramic Bowl, 20th Century.

Mid-Century Danish Studio Pottery Bowl by G.P., 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969. Additional information: Materials: Ceramic Style: Mid-Century Modern Country o...

Mid-Century Danish Flora Bowl by Bjørn Wiinblad for Nymolle, Denmark, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution ma...