American Decorative Objects

This fine original decorated salt glaze one gallon and double handled crock is in mint condition. The floral decoration is a most unusual folky flower. Fine form. It was made in Pitt...

1970's mid-century modern solid brass candle holders set of 4 in the style of Tiffany, in vintage original condition with some wear and patina...

A fine antique Midwest American glass red lily paperweight dating from the latter 19th century. The round and tall domed shape paperweight is hand blown in clear glass with very fine...

Bob Bennett Signed Bronze Hand Sculpture, USA, 1970's. Beautiful original patina.

Metal wire large and rare size sculpture of a lion on a black metal base. The body is black metal wire and the mane is tinted in gold. In the style of C. Jere, circa 1990s.

From an old New England collection. Unique find. An attractive one-of-a-kind antique folk art circa 1930 period hand crafted, hand incised and hand painted playing card games b...

A really cool modernist MCM solid staved teak bud vase, circa the 1970s. The vase is in very good vintage condition and measures 2.75"D x 9.75"H. Great looking piece! #4388RM

Sleek Lucite sculpture of a sailboat, signed and numbered 362/500 by Eugene Brignola. The sails move and the hull is decorated with a blue stripe.

An unusual cast aluminum sculpture by Anne Van Kleeck (1922-1998). A bulging cube, patinated and polished top, that can be a pedestal or side table, unsigned, numbered 2. From the artist's estate. A note about the artist: Anne Van Kleeck was primarily known for her works in cast bronze and ceramics. She attended Ohio Wesleyan University (B.A.) and Ohio State University (M.A.) and spent several years as a professor of art in Ohio and Florida. In 1957, Anne traveled to Venice, Italy to study bronze and lost wax casting, beaten iron and mosaic techniques. During that stay she employed an Italian foundry expert and together they established a small foundry on the island of Murano where they cast bronzes for her one woman show in Venice. Van Kleecks work has won multiple awards and is owned worldwide by private collectors and museums, including the Metropolitan Museum and MOMA in New York. She was contemporaries of and exhibited with Ruth Asawa, Gary Knox Bennett...

John Conrad Lewis (American, b. 1942) Moon Bowl 1979, from the Moon Bottle series. Hand-blown glass with abstract landscape of red, pink, and blue ir...

Degener worked in a variety of media - painting, drawing, words - but pottery was her great love. She won numerous awards for her ceramics beginning with the Young Americans competit...

A gorgeous Arts & Crafts period turquoise glazed ceramic art pottery vase with floral motif By Van Briggle (signed to the underside) USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 2.88"W x 2.8...

Iridescent blown glass vase with a tapered and fluted body, and waisted, flaring rim. The iridescence fades from a deep metallic blue-green at the top to a rich blue-purple at the bo...

Invite healing energy into your home with a contemporary group of large green onyx crystal points / obelisks. Obelisks are symbols of protection, defe...

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period bronze "American Indian" pattern desk letter holder rack with verdigris green patina By Tiffany Studios (signed to the underside)...

Original Art Deco Black and chrome enameled ladies powder compact. Produced by Elizabeth Arden sometime in the late 1920's - 1930's. Inside t...

Michael D. Medina was born and raised in Los Angeles California. He graduated from Belmont High school and went on to earn a degree in art at Cal State Northridge. He began his art ...

A fine example from this series of work. The surface of the brass-coated bronze plates show a stunning Patinated irregular surface in rouge reds, gold and Verdi gris green Possibl...

Presenting an exquisite early 19th-century treasure: a Sterling Silver Match Box Holder thoughtfully integrated into an Ashtray Stand by the renowned ...

A wonderfully made and glazed large low bowl by renowned American potter Laura Andreson. Gorgeous in its Mid-Century Modern design and glowing pale colo...

Dynamic vintage Native American black Santa Clara Pueblo pot by Frances M Chavarria. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. We have found no chips, cracks, or chiggers. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1930-1990. Simple, Sophisticated, and Absolutely Stunning!!! Just a few words to describe this GORGEOUS Native American pot by Frances Chavarria one of the famous Santa Clara Pueblo Potters. It has a lovely urn shape frame bearing a grooved rim around the top and intricately carved designs similar to lightning bolts vertically on the sides of the body. It is hand made with elite pottery skills by Frances Chavarria and special techniques distinctive to Santa Clara Pueblo Pottery...

Fabulous brass plated bird or flock of seagull’s wall sculpture signed C. Jere, 1985. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage ...

1988 black and clear glass sculpture by California artist Kurt & Marsha Runstadler for Runstadler Studios. The sculpture is signed Runstadler S...

Contemporary ebonized tray by Vincent Pocsik Carved walnut tray with ebonized finish. Natural food safe oil and wax finish. Vincent Pocsik finds the balance between old and ...

Pair of Midcentury Modern sterling silver low candlesticks. Made by Alphonse La Paglia (d. 1953) in New Jersey. Each: Tapering and scalloped socket with wide and flat rim and scallop...

Vintage Southwest Native American Woven Reed Basket 20thC Measures - 17.75"H x 17.75"W x 4"D

Brown burlap bag with black atomic frame, cabin modern rustic vibe.

ABOUT An original pair of bronze plate German Shepherd bookends mounted on Mahogany bases with original felt and label. CREATOR Littco Products. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.194...

A late 1940s stoneware vase by Nancy Wickham Boyd featuring a dynamic vine-like sgrafitto motif which is highlighted with green glazing. Like quite a few well-known NYC potters Nancy...

Illuminated helix-form floor sculpture entitled "Ice Prince" by artist Terry Balle, circa 1980. Constructed of stratified PMMA optical acrylic resin. A single lightbulb mounted to ...

A delicate pair of handmade magnifying wire rim eye glasses from the American Civil War era, circa 1860. A great looking historical conversation p...

Victorian black cast iron round urn form jardinière/ planter. Pedestal base with leaf form decoration and flower petal decoration around the rim, a hol...

Howard Pierce Ceramic Goose, 1960s.

A gorgeous antique Art Deco period bronze pen tray featuring Zodiac designs By Tiffany Studios New York, USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 10.13"W x 3.13"D x 0.38"H Good original...

Ceramic urn in cobalt blue glaze with beautiful rusty finish. This item can be used as an urn or as a vase.

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period gilt bronze "Zodiac" pattern desk letter holder rack By Tiffany Studios (signed to the underside) New York, USA, Early 20th Cent...

Stunning pair of antique amethyst glass garnitures on marble bases. Each holds water for use as vases, if desired.

19thc Blue and white sponge butter crock. beautiful pattern on this sponge ware crock. Spells butter in front of the crock. The lids sits on top of the bowl. Wonderful age. butter...

Lovely Art Deco model car fully made in brass. This charming model car box with many purposes was made in the US during the 1930s. Patent 75086 - This elegant and rare brass model c...

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Hand thrown and salt glazed stoneware vase with a continuous memory of elephants sketched around the body of the vessel. Signed on the underfoot: Howdle Mineral Point, Wisconsin, 1...

Phyllis Morris original poodle table lamp, signed, Iconic Hollywood Regency American Pop Design, 1953. Signed. Rare custom silver poodle.. From the 1950s...

This is a mid-century vintage classical style Greco Roman figurative sculpture. This sculpture has a patinated dark bronze finish to the surface. This Greco Roman style sculpture is ...

1970 "Museum Wall Clock" model 622-342 designed by Nathan George Horwitt for Howard Miller featuring a white enameled steel frame with a composite pressboard back and a modern minima...

Presenting a stunning example of antique American glassware, dating from around 1880. Crafted from cranberry and white glass, this swirled bowl showcases the exceptional craftmanship...

Exceptional and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern sculpture or decorative object »Asteroid«, »Sea Urchin« or »Sunburst«. Designed by Jerry Fels & Curtis Freiler for Curtis Jere, U...

A beautiful mid-century modern Brutalist hand wrought copper large vase In the manner of Paul Evans USA, Circa 1970s Measures: 7.75"W x 7.75"D x 1...

Popular classic pulled feather design art glass vase, made by Lundberg Studios of California, signed. Iridescent finish and inspired by Tiffany designs.

Art Deco Aviation Interest Chrome And Frosted Glass Table Lamp Modelled as a German Zeppelin AirCraft with a moulded frosted glass shade, on a chrome plated stand.

Anatoly Turov Large Ceramic Circus Elephant signed and numbered collectible.Anatoly Turov wanted to become successful in producing his own ceramic vessels, most notable animals. It w...

The striking and unique Hesse Vase in Fire Red is handmade by artist Elyse Graham in her Oregon studio. This collection of vessels is inspired by our incredible and diverse microbio...

REDUCED FROM $350.....From the studio of Elinor Jensen, a two handled raku greenish saltglaze vessel signed in the clay on the bottom Jensen. A beautiful pot. Measurements: 6 inches high x 5 inches wide x 3 1/2 inches deep. A member of the Ceramic League of Miami...

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...

Original Vintage Condition Designer: Jaru of California Manufacturer: Jaru of California Materials: Red Glazed Ceramic

The ceramic charger is an example of the kind of work by which John Glick became so famous. He was seduced by the effects of the reduction kiln, which decreased the levels of oxygen during firing, inducing the flame to pull oxygen out of the clay and glazes changing the colors of the glazes depending on their iron and copper content. In this way he achieved the rich gradients of ochre and umber and variations in stippling and opacity. It is signed by the artist and stamped with Plum Street Pottery #129 on the verso. John was an American Abstract Expressionist ceramicist born in Detroit, MI. Though open to artistic experimentation, Glick was most influenced by the styles and aesthetics of Asian pottery—an inspiration that shows in his use of decorative patterns and glaze choices. He has said that he is attracted to simplicity, as well as complexity: my work continually reflects my re-examination that these two poles can coexist… or not, in a given series. Glick also took influences from master potters of Japan, notably Shoji Hamada and Kanjrio Kawai, blending their gestural embellishments of simple forms with attitudes of Abstract Expressionism. He was particularly drown to the work of Helen Frankenthaler whose soak-stain style resonated with Glick’s multi-layered glaze surfaces, which juxtaposed veils of atmospheric color with gestural marks and pattern. He spent countless hours developing and making his own tools in order to achieve previously unseen results in his work with clay and glaze. Glick’s “Plum Tree Pottery” (now a designated historic landmark in Farmington Hills, Michigan) studio opened around 1965 and closed in the summer of 2016. It was a private studio space for John and a number of his students and assistants. He believed his shapes evolved guided by forces apparently outside his control. This was instinctual, intellectual and due to his openness to change, fusing into what he thought was the most positive force behind a potter’s approach: evolution and growth. Some have called it inspiration. John was not only a major figure in the Detroit creative community, but in the ceramics world at large. According to Shelley Selim in her book on John, “John Glick: A Legacy in Clay” John remains: “one of the most recognizable names in the field of studio pottery – known for lecturing, publishing, and offering workshops widely – and his work has been featured in well over a hundred local, national and international exhibitions since he was a college student in the late 1950s.” Along with this John has mentored over thirty studio apprentices over five and a half decades, received numerous grants and awards for his work, and has been prolific, with an estimated 300,000 ceramic wares throughout the world. He received his Masters from Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, working with Maija Grotell, a legendary and influential teacher. Grotell was noted for her deep interest in the human connection to nature’s rhythms and patters. These ideas often grounded her dialog with her students including Glick, affecting, a profund and lasting influence on his future work. This famous Art Academy was designed by architect and faculty member, Eliel Saarinen who collaborated with Charles and Ray Eames on chair and furniture design. Numerous creative artists who are alumni of Cranbrook include: Harry Bertoia, Florence Knoll, Jack Lenor Larsen, Donald Lipski, Duane Hanson, Nick Cave, Hani Rashid, George Nelson, Urban Jupena (Nationally recognized fiber artist), Artis Lane (the first African-American artist to have her sculpture, "Sojourner Truth," commissioned for the Emancipation Hall in the Capital Visitor Center in Washington DC), Cory Puhlman (televised Pastry Chef extraordinaire), Thom O’Connor (Lithographs), Paul Evans (Brutalist-inspired sculpted metal furnishings), Eugene Caples (small bronze images/abstract), Morris Brose (Bronze Sculptures), Herb Babcock (blown glass), Larry Butcher (mixed media) and Lauren Anais Hussey...

1970's brutalist style solid brass candle holders set of 3, in vintage original condition with minor wear and patina to the brass due to age and use.

Frankart nude lady Ashtray T330. Looks like this one was repainted in last 20 years. Reproduction Ceramic dish has been glued. Presents very well!

The striking and unique Hesse Vase in Denim Blue is handmade by artist Elyse Graham in her Oregon studio. This collection of vessels is inspired by our incredible and diverse microb...