Pottery Decorative Objects

Studio pottery ceramic vase by California Modern ceramicist couple Otto and Vivika Heino, c.1984, USA. The wheel thrown piece features an all over brown glaze and hand impressed leaf...

Vintage Mexican Tonala hand painted pottery bird Folk Art. Flora de la Cruz Acapulco Gro Mexico hand painted bird dove ceramic. Warm earth tone polych...

Portuguese hand-painted ceramic decorative bowl. Clear glaze on the exterior and on the inside of the bowl a hilly landscape, a clear blue sky and a wanderer. Signed by the artist. ...

A pair of enormous 19th century French stoneware cruches traditionally used as a bottle or demijohn to transport and store water, oil, or wine–now artifacts of culinary history to ad...

Beautiful hand-turned Mata Ortiz polychrome pottery vase with geometric motif by Oscar Quezada, circa 1990s. The exquisite piece made of naturally brown ...

Antique Chinese pottery storage jar in the manner of Cizhou ware, likely dating to the Ming Dynasty (1368–1644). The vessel features a rounded baluster form with a narrow neck and ha...

Pair of antique pottery vases in the Safavid style with teal blue lobe cartouches and parcel gilt decorations, with later sterling silver mounts by Puiforcat. Retailed by Cartier. ...

These trumpet vases are European and were made to copy Chinese porcelain vases being exported to Europe from China. This pattern is known as Batavia and is characteristic with th...

Antique Awaji pottery Arts and Crafts vase of meiping form with unusual surface treatment resulting in a textured abstract finish reminiscent of ferocious winds or waves. Hand turne...

Studio Pottery Pedestal Bowl or Centerpiece, Europe, mid 20th Century. A striking mid-century studio pottery bowl raised on a gently tapering pedestal foot. The exterior is worked w...

Set of 3 vintage ceramic or pottery sculptures depicts cats engaged in various activities - one tabby cat is sleeping curled up in a ball, another tabby is stretching, and the orange cat is playing lying on its back with its paws up in the air. The cat figurines are created by different artists or studios; they are similar in size, making a lovely grouping displayed together. The grey tabby is marked with studio sticker on the inside, "N. S. Gustin Co, Hand-decorated, Made in USA"; the brown tabby is marked with the remnants of the foil sticker on the underside, and the orange cat is missing its sticker. The sculptures date to circa 1960s-1980s; due to the convenient size, the set can be used either as a shelf or fireplace mantel decoration...

Bright emerald green round and heavy stoneware bottle vase with large curved handle on one side. Stamped under base. Great vintage condition consistent with age and wear. Denmark, 19...

Vintage ceramic decorative plate or bowl features a playful Modernist design of a chicken, hand-painted in off-white textured lava glaze on mocha and espresso brown drip glaze background. The rim of the plate is accented with the lava glaze border with drip elements. The plate is equipped with the original mounting hardware on the bottom; it can be displayed either on a wall or as a shelf or table decor. The bowl is signed on the bottom with Linn L Phelan...

Beautiful hand turned vintage "Flaming Desert" pottery bowl by Anasazi tribe of the four corners region of the southwest United States, circa 1990. The piece has exquisite detail and...

A gorgeous Art Deco or Mid-Century Modern glazed art pottery gladiola vase By Brush McCoy USA, Circa Mid-20th Century Glazed ceramic in a beautiful b...

Mid Century Studio Pottery Centerpiece or Vase, Europe, 1960s. This is a wonderful mid century piece of studio pottery. Freeform and expressively sculpted, this centerpiece or vase ...

A beautifully and sumptuously blue drip glazed serene Buddha head ceramic/pottery sculpture very much in a similar manner of the Italian made Chinese Kwan Yin bust...

Large Hertha Bengtson floor vase for the Swedish company Rörstrand, circa 1950s. This partly glazed, signed piece is heavyweight, in excellent condition and has an earthy presence and coloration that is an inherent character of Ms. Bengtson's work. Hertha Bengtson (1917-1993) was born in the southern Sweden province of Blekinge. Early in life, she developed an interest in drawing, though her family lacked the financial means to support full-time studies. When she reached 18, Hertha finally pursued her interest in art at an evening school for porcelain painting. Only two years later, in 1939, she became employed as a pattern designer at Hackefors porcelain factory in Linkoping. Despite having only two years of evening courses in porcelain painting to back her up, Hertha had unwavering faith in her ability. After three weeks of trial work, Hertha was offered permanent employment, starting with pattern design and decor. Soon, she had a hand in most of the factory’s production. Beyond her design interests, she took on responsibilities including the management of production costs and payroll. In 1939, World War II broke out; the factory’s supervisor was called to duty. At 22 years-old, Hertha was appointed the head of her department. Two years later, Rorstrand’s Porcelain Factory in Lidkoping was in need of new talent. Hertha quickly seized the opportunity. Though she was hired to work with decor, Hertha’s curiosity steered her towards work in design. At that time, there were many accomplished artists established at the company, including Gunnar Nylund and Carl-Harry Stålhane. The level of camaraderie was equal to that of the competition for resources. Hertha had a strong interest in porcelain service, which was not considered particularly inspiring by her fellow designers. In the mid-1940s, Hertha set out to design the porcelain service of her dreams. The realization of this vision required four toilsome years engaged in the hard work of procuring quality materials, designing, firing, and glazing, all with Hertha’s characteristic persistence. When "Bla eld" (Blue Fire) was released in 1950, Hertha proved in no uncertain terms that even everyday service items can be an expression of artistic integrity. Blue fire was a sales success both in Sweden and abroad. Bolstered by the success of Blue fire, Hertha was given near full freedom at the Rorstrand to bring her artistic vision to life. Over the course of twenty-three years at Rörstrand, Hertha designed a total of six service sets, including the popular "Koka" (Cook), the refined tea service, "Ceylon", and the classically beautiful "Rosmarin" (Rosemary). Hertha also undertook small-production, experimental art works. At the same time, Hertha became something of an informal spokesperson for the factory. She was unwaveringly knowledgeable, dedicated, and eloquent. Being an energetic and ambitious professional in the 1940s and 1950s came at a cost to a woman. The possibility for work-life balance was limited, and it was no simple task to combine a career as a designer with normal family life. Hertha Bengston lived alone throughout her adult life, but maintained rich interactions with friends and colleagues. In 1964, Hertha’s surprise decision to leave Rorstrand was met with protest and disbelief. But Hertha wished to broaden her horizons by working with stoneware. She reached out to Hoganas...

Circa 1905 - 1910 attributed to Elvir Otto for Riessner, Stellmacher and Kessel Amphora Templitz Pottery Vase. This arts and crafts vase stands approx 7" tall with a diameter of appr...

Sumida ware vase with two men on rocky ledge seeking bird eggs by Inoue Ryosai in the mid-Meiji Period and continued on by two generation potters by the same name until the Showa Per...

Clean, elegant and slender Swedish midcentury modern stoneware vase featuring a dark warm chocolate brown glaze. Produced by Andersson & Johansson for Höganäs Keramik in the 196...

Mid-Century Modern Italian diabolo shaped and goat leather wrapped pottery vase by Marcello Fantoni,depicting the abstract image of a girl.

Vintage stoneware decorative bowl designed by the artist group Drejargruppen for Rörstrand in 1974. Glazed in sand, terracotta, parchment and brown colors with black hand painted cir...

Gorgeous set of three animal sculptures from the “Rimini Blu” collection by Flavia Montelupo for Bitossi. This rare and charming set includes an elephant, a wiener dog and a turtle, ...

Mid century circa 1951 Rookwood bud vase featuring a bulbous body with geometric acanthus leaf design. Marked 7062, LI - 1951. Dimensions: 5" x 5" (Diameter x Height)

Volcanic Glazed mid century pottery vase by Steuler Keramik. Germany, mid 20th century. Wonderful volcanic glazed mid century potte...

A very good quality French midcentury black matte decorative object. Signed. The top is removable for if displaying in a more modern setting.    

Danish modern ceramic vase with stunning speckled glaze in muted cream white, beige, sage green and warm brown colors. Handmade by the artist Svend Aage Larsen (1931-2004) in the 198...

Majestic Beast: English Creamware Lion with Whieldon Glaze This exceptional English Creamware Pottery Model of a Seated Lion, dating to circa 1765–85, is a fine example of the highl...

Beautiful Santa Clara Pueblo hand-turned geometric black ware vase by Vickie Martinez, circa 1990s. This exquisite piece is made of naturally black clay has a unique geometric design. Martinez's works are known for their deep precise carvings and fine outlines around the carved edges; her pottery has a recognizable shape with a very narrow base and wide shoulder. This vase is in very good condition and measures 3.25" D x 3.5" H. #4658 Santa Clara Pueblo pottery...

Vintage Americal art studio pottery Ikebana vase features tapered elongated ceramic body with rounded contour and unusual sculptural opening, decorated with mottled tone-on-tone blue...

This striking studio pottery vase by Swiss ceramist Gustav Spörri (1920–2016) was crafted for Ziegler Schaffhausen. It features a bold mid-century...

Large vintage Americal art studio pottery vase features bold, sculptural ceramic body with dynamic geometric contours, decorated with a combination of salt glaze and drip glaze glaze...

Large Silsal Jordan Artisan Ceramic Vase with Lily of the Valley Relief, circa 2001. This substantial ceramic vessel is a quintessential example of early 21st-century Levantine art p...

A antique English prattware model of a cockerel or rooster. With mottled decoration in ochres and yellow. The base bears an old partial D. M. ...

Presenting a lovely 19th century pair of Polish/German stoneware figures. Quite rare! Not a matching pair but similarly themed, with the little girl holding a basket of kittens with one kitten climbing up her front and the other of a little boy climbing a tree stump with a snail at the base. The ‘Little Girl’ is painted stoneware or earthenware and we are of the opinion is Polish in origin (or possibly Russian). It does not have any identifiable markings but it was originally with another similar style figurine (not included in this sale) which had markings that we were of the opinion were Polish markings. The ‘Little Boy’ is painted pottery and we are of the opinion that it is either Polish or German in origin. It is slightly different in style an texture to the girl and has a more ‘bisque’ finish. The facial features are more defined and remind me of German bisque dolls...

Charming vintage Tonala pottery bird figurines are decorated with hand-painted decor of abstract leaves and flowers on soft mushroom brown background. Birds' faces have thoughtful, relaxed expression with eyes wide open, adding a charming anthropomorphic element to the sculptures. The Folk Art style of the decor is juxtaposed by the Modernist shapes of the birds. The sculptures are in very good vintage condition; both are marked with MEXICO on the bottoms. Due to the convenient size, they can be used either as a shelf or fireplace mantel decoration...

Herman August Kähler Large and decorative floor vase by H.A. Kähler featuring a strong and relatively rare cylindrical form. Richly decorated in relief with stylized flowers and scro...

Danish modernist ceramic vase with matte blue glaze over lilac and white glaze in asymmetrical stripes accentuating the organically soft shape. Handmade in Denmark by KN Keramik in t...

Rare vintage ceramic vase features streamlined cylinder form with slightly flared out rim and graphic decor in off white, teal, black, and yellow palette. The main motif of abstract flowers on a branch, descending from a triangular structure, hand painted in monochromatic black glaze, is juxtaposed with the ombre off white and teal background and an abstracted flock of birds in shades of yellow. The sophisticated Art Deco style flowering branch, with contrasting, clearly defined, angular outline, is softened with rounded, Folk Art or Naive Art style, almost cloud-like bird motifs, asymmetrically placed on one side of the branch. The decor repeats on front and back sides of the vase with slight variations in colors and placements that are consistent with hand-painted nature of the piece. The vase retains obvious hand-formed concentric ridges throughout the whole body that add textural element to the piece and allow for slight pooling of the glazes. The bottom is concave and glazed in off-white, with the unglazed foot, showing pinkish beige clay; it is not a glaze defect, as it was left unglazed intentionally when the vase was placed in the kiln for firing. The vase is signed on the bottom with "Italy I.C.S" and Industria Ceramica Salernitana company's fish mark. It is in good vintage condition with age-appropriate small losses on glaze of the rim and bottom that do not detract from the quality and artistic expression of the vase and can be repaired professionally; please see pictures. I.C.S. was founded in 1927 by Berlin-born Moses Malamerson in Vietri Sul Mar on Amalfi coast in Italy. I.C.S quickly gained recognition by participating in multiple major European and American expositions and art competitions available, attracting many artists that were looking to escape the economic depression and political upheaval of 1930s. I.C.S. can claim the honor of having employed all the famous artists of the German (Tedesco) Period, including Studemann, Irene Kowalski, Hannasch, Richard Dolker...

Decorative Danish organic modern matte glazed blue circle decor vide-poche dish by Marianne Starck for Michael Andersen & Son. Handmade on the island of Bornholm in the 1960s. St...

Studio Pottery Brown & off White Vase w Tribal-Inspired Geometric Motifs Signed This distinctive studio pottery vase, signed by the artist and dated 2004 on the underside, features ...

Signed Ceramic Lizard Sculpture in Box, Turquoise Glaze, USA, 1996 ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereaft...

Joseon vases and pots are best known for their gorgeous white porcelain and white blue-and-white designs. These ceramics, produced for royalty and aristocracy, captivated many with t...

Sculptural and graphically stunning Scandinavian midcentury modern warm anthracite black and white decorative centerpiece bowl. Hand-carved organic animalistic relief pattern of styl...

Striking studio pottery vase features crystalline glaze in bright, but harmonious teal, grey, and beige tones on the top part of the vase and burnt orange and espresso brown drip gl...

Reduced from $325....In vivid tomato red and gun metal black, a tall pre-war 1930s ceramic Art Nouveau vase with handles from former Czechoslovakia. De...

Unique small hand-made terracotta bowl, incised with a decorative all seeing eye pattern, by California potter Bruce Carlton Anderson (American, 1915-1986). This earthy piece is in the style of Marguerite Wildenhain of the Pond Farm, where Anderson was a student. The underside is incised with Anderson's mark and POGONIP A 31. Measures 1.75" H x 6" D. Bruce Anderson...

Beautiful rounded vase is decorated with light to dark oxblood red ombre craquelure glaze; the glaze is in high gloss finish and is smooth to the touch. The inner surfaces are finished with semi-gloss off-white glaze. The vase is in good vintage condition; it is marked and dated on the bottom. Inspired by the Arts & Crafts Movement, Walter B. Stephen and his mother began their first pottery, Nonconnah, near Memphis, Tennessee about 1904. Without prior experience, they produced slip-decorated pottery of exceptional merit. Stephen moved to Skyland, North Carolina, in 1913, where he established a second Nonconnah Pottery, the first full-time art pottery in the state. In 1926, Stephen began the operation of his third pottery, Pisgah Forest. Here he explored Oriental glazes and forms, pioneered the first crystalline glazes in the South, and developed his cameo wares which resemble English Wedgewood jasperwares. Pisgah Forest and Nonconnah pottery have gained national recognition from numerous museums and private collectors. Major exhibitions of Stephen’s work have been held at the Mint Museum in Charlotte, NC, the Asheville Art Museum, the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art in Tennessee, American Museum of Ceramic Art, Pomona, California, the McKissick Museum in Columbia, SC, North Carolina Museum of History, Raleigh, NC, and Southern Highland Craft Guild, Asheville, NC. Bibliography: Leftwich, Rodney Henderson. Pisgah Forest and Nonconnah: The Potteries of Walter B. Stephen. Bradenton FL...

Accolay Elegant ceramic flower vase with white decoration. Beautiful yellow and green colors Signed accolay under the base Dimensions: 20 x 12cm.

A very beautiful white to off-white round Japanese pottery vase, late Modern/Art Deco period, circa early-20th century Japan, 1921-1941. Vase has a ...

This exquisite 18th-century Italian tureen is a true work of art, showcasing masterful craftsmanship and timeless charm. Its elegant oval shape is adorned...

19thc sponge ware bowl with light light blue design. The blue color is not overpowering allowing the background color to be shown. there is a scalloped texture to the going throughou...

Pair vintage Awaji pottery vases in bright yelow flambe glazes, circa 1930. With slightly cinched waists and little handles curling from the wide shoulders. Impressed marks. 6" high,...

Sea foam green art nouveau vase by ceramic artist Anna-Lisa Thomson for Upsala Ekeby. Soft shaped shiny glazed ceramic vase, two wavey handles with d...

Rare Paul Fouillen Quimper faience vase is hand painted with abstract decor of wide bands on the base and on the rim and abstract patterns in th...

Vintage Mid Century Michael Lax for Hyalyn "Capri" low oval white porcelain bowl with a walnut base, distributed by Raymor.

1960s California Modern matte black mid century architectural planter pot Measures: 8 tall x 9.75 Black planter garden patio home Style of Gainey Pot...

Soft rectangular shaped Danish modern vide-poche bowl by Michael Andersen & Son. Manufactured on the island of Bornholm in the 1960s. Cream colored glaze with geometric decor in brow...

This expressive mid-century studio pottery vase features a classic bottle-form silhouette accented by richly layered glazes and hand-painted decoration. The vessel is finished in a w...