Pottery Decorative Objects

A beautiful pair of emerald green and black terracotta pottery vases by Nelson McCoy pottery, circa mid-20th century, USA. Markers' mark on underside 'MC', hard to capture, but it's ...

Amazing Mid Century California Pottery Rose Box from the 1950's. Massive hand formed gray pottery rose on a pink covered base. Largest on...

Antique Japanese Meiji Satsuma Figural Gilt Pottery Vase C1900 Measures - 24.75"H x 10.25"W x 10.25"D An example of Meiji period Satsuma pottery, this vase features intricate figural...

Pair of Roseville Pottery ceramic candle stick holders in the Zephyr Lily pattern on blue background are marked with molded "Roseville U.S.A. 1163 4 ½" on the bottoms. Zephir Lily p...

Vintage Norwegian rustic stoneware vide-poche bowl manufactured by Porsgrund Porselænsfabrik in 1969. Shiny earth colored brown, green and ochre crackle glaze on the inside while the...

Antique Awaji pottery vase in terrific swirled petal form in green monochrome glaze. Measures: 11 1/2" high, 5" diameter. Unmarked. Excellent condition.

Sturdy midcentury organic modern decorative vide-poche dish handmade in the 1960s for Bing & Grondahl by the artist Valdemar Petersen (1899-1991). Square shaped bowl with soft co...

Rare tall and slender early 20th century cylinder shaped Armenian ceramic vase with floral, organic and graphic decorations handpainted in green, blue, red, gray colors on sand colored pottery base under clear glaze. Manufactured by Armenian pottery...

This is a black-glazed boat-shaped pottery made in the late Edo period of Japan. This will be a hanging vase. Pour water directly into this and decorate the flowers. Also, perhaps this is a pottery called Seto-yaki. Seto is an ancient kiln located in Aichi Prefecture. Various shapes and colors were produced there, and in the late Edo period, dark glazed pottery was also produced. When a dark brown glaze is applied, the areas with thick glaze look black, and the areas with thin glaze look brown. I put water directly into this and left it for a day, but there was no water leakage. I would say it is in very good condition. Although it is a small item, it has a very strong presence. It has a glossy and elegant appearance. There are many types of Seto pottery...

Weller Lasa Landscape Glazed Gold Vase Studio Art Pottery 7.75 h x 3.5 diameter Preowned original vintage Refer to images for details

Art Nouveau James MacIntyre & Co. Florian Ware goblet decorated with tube lined decoration in a rare ‘Dahlia’ variant design by William Moorcroft and dating from 1903. William Moorcr...

A giving joy beautiful French Fayence Floor Vase fantastic Art Nouveau pattern - Impressing Colours Manufacturer unknown - marked Design Period 1915 - 1925 Country of Manufacture : France H / height: 46 cm ~ Gew. / weight: 4550 grs DM / diameter max: 28 cm ~ DM oben / diameter inner rim: 19.8 cm .... an ode to Southern France A Legend of Provence by Adelaide Anne Procter (30 October 1825 – 2 February 1864) The lights extinguished, by the hearth I leant, Half weary with a listless discontent. The flickering giant-shadows, gathering near, Closed round me with a dim and silent fear. All dull, all dark; save when the leaping flame, Glancing, lit up a Picture's ancient frame. Above the hearth it hung. Perhaps the night, My foolish tremors, or the gleaming light, Lent power to that Portrait dark and quaint, — A Portrait such as Rembrandt loved to paint, — The likeness of a Nun. I seemed to trace A world of sorrow in the patient face, In the thin hands folded across her breast: — Its own and the room's shadow hid the rest. I gazed and dreamed, and the dull embers stirred, Till an old legend that I once had heard Came back to me; linked to the mystic gloom Of that dark Picture in the ghostly room. In the far south, where clustering vines are hung; Where first the old chivalric lays were sung; Where earliest smiled that gracious child of France, Angel and knight and fairy, called Romance, I stood one day. The warm blue June was spread Upon the earth; blue summer overhead, Without a cloud to fleck its radiant glare, Without a breath to stir its sultry air. All still, all silent, save the sobbing rush Of rippling waves, that lapsed in silver hush Upon the beach; where, glittering towards the strand The purple Mediterranean kissed the land. All still, all peaceful; when a convent chime Broke on the mid-day silence for a time, Then trembling into quiet, seemed to cease, In deeper silence and more utter peace. So as I turned to gaze, where gleaming white, Half hid by shadowy trees from passers' sight, The Convent lay, one who had dwelt for long In that fair home of ancient tale and song, Who knew the story of each cave and hill, And every haunting fancy lingering still Within the land, spake thus to me, and told The Convent's treasured Legend, quaint and old: — Long years ago, a dense and flowering wood, Still more concealed where the white convent stood, Borne on its perfumed wings the title came: " Our Lady of the Hawthorns " is its name. Then did that bell, which still rings out to-day, Bid all the country rise, or eat, or pray. Before that convent shrine, the haughty knight Passed the lone vigil of his perilous fight; For humbler cottage strife or village brawl, The Abbess listened, prayed, and settled all. Young hearts that came, weighed down by love or wrong, Left her kind presence comforted and strong. Each passing pilgrim, and each beggar's right Was food, and rest, and shelter for the night. But, more than this, the Nuns could well impart The deepest mysteries of the healing art; Their store of herbs and simples was renowned, And held in wondering faith for miles around. Thus strife, love, sorrow, good and evil fate, Found help and blessing at the convent gate. Of all the nuns, no heart was half so light, No eyelids veiling glances half as bright, No step that glided with such noiseless feet, No face that looked so tender or so sweet, No voice that rose in choir so pure, so clear, No heart to all the others half so dear, So surely touched by others' pain or woe, (Guessing the grief her young life could not know,) No soul in childlike faith so undefiled, As Sister Angela's, the " Convent Child. " For thus they loved to call her. She had known No home, no love, no kindred, save their own. An orphan, to their tender nursing given, Child, plaything, pupil, now the Bride of Heaven And she it was who trimmed the lamp's red light That swung before the altar, day and night; Her hands it was whose patient skill could trace The finest broidery, weave the costliest lace; But most of all, her first and dearest care, The office she would never miss or share, Was every day to weave fresh garlands sweet, To place before the shrine at Mary's feet. Nature is bounteous in that region fair, For even winter has her blossoms there. Thus Angela loved to count each feast the best, By telling with what flowers the shrine was dressed. In pomp supreme the countless Roses passed, Battalion on battalion thronging fast, Each with a different banner, flaming bright, Damask, or striped, or crimson, pink, or white, Until they bowed before a newborn queen, And the pure virgin Lily rose serene. Though Angela always thought the Mother blest Must love the time of her own hawthorn best, Each evening through the years, with equal care, She placed her flowers; then kneeling down in prayer, As their faint perfume rose before the shrine, So rose her thoughts, as pure and as divine. She knelt until the shades grew dim without, Till one by one the altar lights...

This broad twin-handled mantle vase by Fulham Pottery is in the classic elongated boat shape innovated by Constance Spry, with a beautiful contrast between...

Chinese Neolithic Pottery Jar from the Majiayao Culture, specificaly the Machang phase, in northwest China, and dating back roughly 4000 year...

West German bulbous silhouette floor vase with handle by Gerda Heuckeroth for Carstens Tönnieshof mid/late 1960s. Although much is known about the various West German pottery manufa...

Handmade vintage stoneware vase with symmetrical geometric decorations in matte deep blue and crisp white glaze. Signed and numbered by artist. Beautiful vintage condition.

Striking studio pottery ceramic bud vase is decorated with crystalline glaze in bright, but harmonious tones. The inner surfaces of the vase are glazed in monochromatic off-white co...

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...

A wonderfully designed and quite engaging large , heavy, substantial Mid-Century Modern stoneware vase reminiscent of works by West Coast California potters/artists Otto and Vivika H...

Handmade terracotta Olive oil vessels or jars from Andalusia, Spain, 1930s Two Traditional Spanish terracotta jar "orza or botija" from Triana,...

Manufacturer: Bitossi Importer: Raymor (labeled) Period or model: Mid-Century Modern. Specs: Pottery Condition: This Bitossi for Raymor...

Original Italian Giovanni Desimone hand painted tall art pottery flower vase, vessel. The glazed vase painting depicts two fishermen in action catchin...

French art deco pottery vase with irregular Egyptian Faience style craquelure glaze. Signed LACHENAL on bottom.

Vintage Haeger Art Deco pottery vase in orange and yellow glaze. In the form of a lotus blossom. Exceptional glaze. Original paper label. 9 3/8" high, ...

Carl Hallier Mid Century Studio Pottery Bowl Royal Copenhagen, Denmark, 1950s. Wonderful and beautifully glazed studio pottery bowl by Carl Hallier for Royal Copenhagen, Denmark. A ...

A beautiful hand painted blue, white, and yellow faience pottery jug or vase with handles featuring classical putti By Deruta Italy, Late 20th Century Measures: 5"W x 5"D x 8.5"H...

Thomas Minton is believed to have created the famous Blue Willow Pattern and sold the original design to Thomas Turner in the 18th century. The pattern is clearly inspired by Canton Chinese Export...

Painted and glazed clay bowl with Moorish designs. Early 20th century Fez, Morocco.

Sculptural ceramic vase features multicolored metallic Raku finish with predominant grey, brown, and green tones. Complex, graphic glaze complements minimal shape of the vase, guidin...

Beautiful coastal vase crafted from stoneware clay. Inspired by the vibrant marine life of the reef and the soft motion of ocean waves, this white matte vase showcases a distinctive ...

A delicate studio ceramic soliflor vase with a blue crystalline glaze on an ocher-colored ground, signed by an unknown artist. The vase exhibits fine craftsmanship and features a bea...

This decorative cachepot is a fine example of French barbotine ceramic, crafted by the renowned Saint-Clément factory. It features a vibrant design inspired by nature, with high-reli...

This ceramic vessel features a tall, amphora-like form with sweeping handles and a warm, earthy glaze that highlights its hand-painted geometric motifs. The surface is adorned with s...

Italian Creamware (In white) Rope-Twist Oval Centerpiece Basket, Mid-20th Century A finely hand-crafted Italian oval centerpiece basket in white creamware, dating to the mid-20th ce...

Antique Awaji pottery Arts and Crafts incised iris vase with rare blue background. Circa 1920. Hand turned with hand incised decor. Irises depicted on front and back. In Japanese cul...

A very nice MCM California studio pottery stoneware vase with brown and green earth tones and pinched sides, circa 1966. The vessel is in very good vint...

Mid-Century Danish Studio Pottery Bird Vase, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 Additional information: Materials: Ceramic Styl...

Beautiful glazed Iznik ceramic vase, decorated with Birds and flowers. Ottoman Empire. Brown and blue color 19th century.

A late 1940s stoneware vase by Nancy Wickham Boyd featuring a dynamic double helix motif. The sgrafitto design is highlighted with green glazing. Like quite a few well-known NYC pott...

This striking original studio pottery vase is a masterclass in Postmodern graphic design, bringing a visceral, artistic energy to any space. Handcrafted with a sophisticated matte bl...

This is a very good example of a large plate or platter or dish made by Moorcroft Pottery as a Trial piece in 2017. The pattern is known as Daybreak, and was designed by Nicola Slan...

Beautiful ceramic handmade planter. Carefully crafted, each black ceramic plant pot is thrown and trimmed on the wheel, and every outer spike is i...

19th century pair of lovely porcelain dogs from the Staffordshire region of England. They have curly tails and glass eyes, and are decorated in a rust color.

"Set of two masterfully crafted vases by Barbara Lampe, granddaughter of company founder Anton Lang from Oberammergau (January 17, 1875 - May 30, 1 938) was a German studio potter an...

Stunning and large emerald green hand card ceramic Awaji vase with iris design. This dynamic vase shows the artistry of the Japanese during the 1920s. Magnificent scale and a vibrant...

Chinese Neolithic Pottery Jar from the Majiayao Culture, specifically the Machang phase, in northwest China, and dating back roughly 4000 yea...

Mid Century Vide Poche in Terracotta and Straw 1960s. This is a wonderful and distinct mid century bowl or vide poche in terracotta with nice straw additions on the edges. A very el...

Pair of Diminutive Antique Staffordshire black & white seated Spaniels, C. 1860s England, Circa 1860s A good pair of antique black and white Staffordshire...

Mid-Century Modern blue glazed ceramic (Rimini Blu) round footed bowl or centerpiece, Italy, 1950s-1960s. Designed by Aldo Londi and manufactured by Bitossi. Handcrafted in Italy wit...

Manufacturer: Aldo Londi Importer: Rosenthal Netter Period or model: Mid-Century Modern. Specs: Pottery Condition: This Aldo Londi Bitossi Vase for Rosenthal Netter Marroc...

A beautiful wheel thrown studio pottery vase by ceramicist, Barbara Sebastian of Marin, CA. Decorated in purple and blue glazes. Signed on the base.

A gorgeous Arts & Crafts period glazed art pottery vase By Rookwood Pottery USA, 1922 Glazed ceramic in a beautiful light pink color. Measures: 2.75"W x 2.75"D x 6.5"H. Very goo...

A vintage handmade studio pottery lidded container. Nice round shape with a speckled gray base glaze. Bands of blue wrap around the sides with a lovely hand painted floral design to ...

This stunning large ‘beehive’ vase was designed by Dieter Peter in the 1970s, and manufactured by Carstens Tönnieshof in Freden an der Leine, West Germany...

Set of two Danish modernist vases with soft, organic shapes and muted colors designed by acclaimed ceramic artist Aage Würtz in the 1980s. The father-son duo KH Würtz is one of Denma...

Scandinavian Modern decorative vide-poche bowl designed and handmade by ceramic artist Ludvig Kyhn in the 1950s. Cream glaze with relief lines and hand-painted image of a white bird ...

A very fine pair antique French Moustiers faience pot-pourri pottery lidded vases mounted with figures dating from the 19th century. This stunning pair of baluster shaped pedestal vases stand on a domed shape foot with narrow stem and shaped body with pierced scroll and leaf handles. Both have bonnet shaped pierced covers one mounted with a seated lady holding a bird cage while the other is mounted with a seated man holding a bird. The vases are hand painted with panels containing classical figures playing a game to one side and with a man with a bow...

Big circular midcentury modern ceramic vase with amazing glaze in olive green, clear blue and warm blackish brown colors. Small stamp on one side. Excellent vintage condition. Denma...

This antique French confit pot dates from early 20th Century. As found in southwest France, these pots were originally used for storing preserves. Nowadays they can been seen standin...

Danish midcentury modern handmade and hand-decorated stoneware vide-poche dish by ceramic artist Einar Johansen. Gray base with brown lines accentuating the geometric lined relief pa...