Ceramic Vases and Vessels

Kloster Keramik Hand made Vase, Ystad - Geometric Scandinavian Design, 1950s Height: approx. 15.5 cm Condition: Vintage condition consistent with age Original manufacturer's label. ...

Set of 3 Contemporary decor glazed ceramic explorer vase collection. Materials: Ceramic Dimensions: Nº1: D 23 cm x W 23 cm x H 40 cm Nº2: D 25 cm x W 25 cm x H 35 cm Nº3:...

Large and original Tapio Wirkkala "Paper Bag" porcelain Vase for Rosenthal. Early production, made between 1979 and 1980. Excellent original condition. No chips, cracks or crazing....

This is a Tokoname ware jar made in the Heian period, around the end of the 12th century. It comes with a wooden storage box. Tokoname ware is pottery that has been made on the Chit...

Stunning Iberian style handled jar or vessel in green unglazed terracotta. Spain, 1940s Catalan unglazed vase in green terracotta. Elegant piece, beautiful from all sides and in grea...

A beautiful vase with lustre glaze and amazing hand painted gold details. Scandinavian Grace / Art Deco. Made by Josef Ekberg at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1920s. Good original condition....

Antique Majolica Bird Planter Cache Pot Jardinière Cobalt Blue Wasmuël c1890. Direct from Europe, a striking antique majolica cache pot or jardinière by ...

A classic blue and white ginger jar form vase, decorated throughout with delicate Chinoiserie floral motifs. The pattern is dense yet balanced, wrapping the form in movement while ma...

A stunning and rare Wileman & Co Foley Intarsio Geese vase designed by renowned Arts & Crafts ceramicist Frederick Hurten Rhead (British, 1880-1942) and dating from around 1900. Th...

Cobalt Guild presents a collection of blue and white porcelain vessels from Jingdezhen, a town long distinguished by imperial patronage. This piece is a multi-part tulipiere vase wit...

A rare antique French faience blue and white hand painted floral ironstone footed jardiniere or cachepot with lion head handles, circa 1880. Made by famous French pottery maker Creil...

European Studio Potter Organic sculptural vase/object, 1980s. Large sculptural stoneware vase with a pronounced organic form and a double opening that gives the piece a biomorphic, f...

Rare pair of French Majolica butterflies caches pots planters signed Fives Lille , circa 1900. Art Nouveau period.

Striking decorative glazed ceramic pitcher by Cerazur Monaco, dating to approximately the 1950s-1960s. This highly expressive piece belongs to the colorful postwar ceramic tradition ...

A distinctive West German ceramic vase designed by Bodo Mans for Bay Keramik, featuring the celebrated “Valencia” décor, produced in West Germany during the 1960s. The vase has a sc...

Cobalt Guild presents a collection of blue and white porcelain vessels from Jingdezhen, a town long distinguished by imperial patronage. This vintage piece, available in limited quan...

Otto & Vivika Heino Ceramic Stoneware Vase, California, c.1965. Signed to the bottom.

This French ceramic pitcher was produced by Accolay in Burgundy, France, during the 1960s and belongs to the Gauloise series. The piece measures 10.4 inches (26.5 cm) high and 5.3 i...

Blue and White Porcelain Tulipière Flower Pyramids, Dutch Delft Style, Pair Chinese, Modern Each of these tulipières is built in the tiered obelisk form of the Delft flower pyramids...

A classic blue and white ginger jar, decorated throughout with a delicate flowering branch motif. The pattern is dense yet balanced, wrapping the form in movement while maintaining t...

Large 19th Century Majolica chesnut handled jardinière signed Onnaing. 18 inches L This jardinière is inspired by the Art Nouveau and the Naturalism movement of the end of 19th Cent...

A monumental and masterful pair of French Paris porcelain hand-painted vases, circa 1860. These museum quality vases are extremely fine quality. (The best we have ever seen for Par...

One-of-a-kind raku-fired vase. Wide and low with a small foot, and small opening. Made in our Brooklyn studio then fired in a New Jersey back yard, All dimensions are approximate...

A striking centerpiece showcasing open roses in a captivating glossy white finish. Crafted from fine ceramics, this piece combines artistic elegance with color, making it a standout ...

A striking pair of 19th-century blue and white Jasperware vases attributed to Wedgwood, each vase raised on a finely carved walnut pedestal with gilt beaded decoration. Each vase fea...

This large blue and white Dutch Delft jar was made in the Netherlands in the late 19th century. Standing an impressive 22 inches tall, the jar has a softly rounded octagonal form and...

An exceptionally rare and monumental pair of Japanese cloisonné enamel on porcelain covered jars, attributed to the celebrated Meiji-period enameler Takeuchi Chubei (竹内忠兵衛), associated with the important Shippo Gaisha workshop, circa 1875–1885. These magnificent covered jars represent an extraordinary achievement in Japanese decorative arts during the early Meiji period. Their monumental proportions, exceptionally elaborate polychrome decoration, unusual porcelain construction, and remarkable state of preservation as a matched pair distinguish them as important examples of nineteenth-century Japanese craftsmanship. Each jar is of imposing ovoid form, rising to pronounced shoulders and a short cylindrical neck, surmounted by an elaborate domed cover with a projecting rim and distinctive flattened finial. Every visible surface is richly decorated with exceptionally intricate cloisonné enamelwork, combining naturalistic floral ornament with sophisticated geometric patterns and elaborate architectural borders. The principal bodies are covered in delicate polychrome floral sprays against a rich aubergine-brown ground, with blossoms in shades of yellow, white, orange, lavender, and pale blue, interspersed with brilliant turquoise and emerald-green foliage. The flowers are surrounded by an intricate network of scrolling tendrils, creating a remarkably harmonious decorative composition. Dominating the principal faces are magnificent ornamental medallions outlined in yellow enamel, incorporating alternating sections of emerald-green latticework and cobalt-blue geometric patterns. These elaborate reserves frame symmetrical compositions of scrolling arabesques, stylized foliage, and floral motifs in turquoise, pale blue, coral, white, and green. Particularly striking are the large turquoise and cobalt-blue scrolling ornaments appearing on the sides of the jars, which bear compelling stylistic similarities to documented examples associated with Takeuchi Chubei and the Shippo Gaisha. The shoulders, necks, and covers are enriched with exceptionally complex geometric borders incorporating interlocking fretwork, repeating triangular patterns, and delicate spiral ornament. Even the flattened finials are individually decorated with multicolored floral motifs, demonstrating the extraordinary attention devoted to every detail. The monumental scale, remarkable complexity of decoration, and unusual porcelain construction make this pair an outstanding example of jitai shippo (磁胎七宝), the technically demanding Japanese art of cloisonné enamel applied to porcelain rather than the more conventional metal foundation. Attribution to Takeuchi Chubei and the Shippo Gaisha: Takeuchi Chubei was an important Japanese enameler active during the Meiji period, particularly associated with the production of cloisonné enamel on porcelain. This specialized technique required close collaboration between porcelain manufacturers and master enamelers, with ceramic bodies produced in centers such as Seto and subsequently decorated with intricate wire-defined enamelwork in the Nagoya region. The attribution of the present monumental pair to Takeuchi Chubei is supported by significant stylistic and technical comparisons with signed examples offered at Christie's and documented works preserved in important Japanese and American museum collections. Of particular importance is a rare pair of cloisonné enamelled porcelain vases offered at Christie's, Japanese Craftsmanship: Art of the Meiji Period, Lot 86, bearing the signature Dainihon seizo Shippo gaisha kojin Takeuchi Chubei. The Christie's pair, measuring approximately 35.7 cm in height, incorporates elaborate scrolling motifs, stylized flowers, and richly colored geometric ornament. The distinctive decorative vocabulary bears particularly compelling similarities to the present monumental jars, especially the large turquoise and cobalt-blue scrolling compositions. A further important comparison is a signed cloisonné enamelled Arita porcelain vase offered at Christie's, measuring approximately 58 cm in height and bearing the signature Shippo Takeuchi Chubei. The auction catalogue references a closely related example preserved in the Aichi Prefectural Ceramic Museum, Japan. Important Museum Comparisons: The significance of Takeuchi Chubei's work is further demonstrated by examples preserved in major institutional collections. Tokyo National Museum, Japan The museum preserves an important pair of large covered porcelain jars decorated with birds and flowers, dated 1881, with porcelain bodies attributed to Kawamoto Masukichi...

Majolica jardinière planter with 4 birds Delphin Massier, circa 1890. Height / 5 inches , 8 by 5 inches. The Massier are known for the quality of their unique enamels and paintings. ...

Charming set of three vintage ceramic vases, beautifully decorated with sculptural lemon branches in high relief. Each vase features a softly textured off-white glazed ceramic body, ...

19th Century French Majolica Chesnut attributed to Jardinière.

Charming set of three vintage ceramic vases, beautifully decorated with sculptural lemon branches in high relief. Each vase features a softly textured off-white glazed ceramic body, ...

ROYAL WORCESTER (Manufacturer) - James Hadley (Designer 1837-1903) - Model Number 737 - Antique shell form and gilded coral branch porcelain wall pocket - featuring a realistically m...

A beautiful 19th century Wedgwood Jasperware urn, featuring the iconic combination of a deep blue ground with finely detailed white relief decoration. T...

Pair of two antique art nouveau Zsolnay reticulated pierced openwork floral faience vases from the Mályva (Mallow) series. Designed by Tádé Sikorski. Made in Pecs Hungary. Five C...

'Rimini blu' glazed ceramic vase designed by Aldo Londi for by Bitossi. Italy, 1960s. This eye-catching vase is made of blue glazed ceramic with engraved patterns surrounding the cen...

Sweet and diminutive vase using the Neriage technique by Jean Gerbino for Vallauris, France Ceramic glazed shaped vase, with mosaic patterning and eau de nil accents Circa 1960's Sig...

A large blue and white porcelain ginger jar decorated with continuous Chinoiserie landscapes of pagodas, garden pavilions, trees, distant hills, and small boats. The cobalt decoratio...

A very large and impressive antique 19th century English Royal Furnivals centerpiece bowl. Made of porcelain featuring a scalloped blue and brown daisy transferware design with foot...

Small 19th Century Majolica Pansy Vase Delphin Massier Table vase decoration , very rare form and size. Around 4 inches height , Width 2.5 inches. The Massier family are known for th...

Handmade Ceramic 'Paris' Pitcher by Keto Keramik Circa 1950s - Black pitcher with external images - Handmade ceramic - Includes handle and spout - Green glaze inside - Made by Ke...

A beautiful stoneware Art Deco / Swedish Grace spherical vase of the highest quality. Amazing glaze with hand-painted details in gold. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for ALP (Lidköpings P...

Large stoneware floor vase by Gunnar Nylund in a classical shape, glazed beautifully with a dramatic dark melange glaze that alternates between green and brown. Gunnar Nylund was on...

Bonjour! A Paris BiG LoVE Vase ! Ordered by the prop master of a West German movie production. The film was made in Munich (Bavaria, Geiselgasteig) back in the late 50s! The vas...

Dutch Delft Blue Ceramic Tulip Vase Set "Almond Blossom" by Vincent van Gogh This beautiful three-tiered tulip vase is subtly decorated from top to bottom with a floral print. The ...

This monumental 1900s Art Nouveau ceramic vase stands as a breathtaking example of early 20th-century Italian decorative art, perfectly embodying the organic, fluid elegance of the S...

Wonderful early Wedgwood vase with applied jasperware decorations and base, Bacchus handles, and gilt accents. Lid intact, which is somewhat rare for these pieces. This vase is an ad...

A large vintage Nemadji Pottery wedding vase with a dramatic organic pattern of orange and brown swirls on a light off-white background. Beautiful matte finish. Marked on the base. M...

Classical style for this large Majolica jardiniere or table centre signed Minton and dated 1876 cherubs handles and masks on each side of Renaissance Revival. On the middle of 19th c...

A classic blue and white ginger jar, decorated throughout with delicate Chinese floral motifs. The pattern is dense yet balanced, wrapping the form in movement while maintaining the ...

French Coquillage Shellwork Amphora Vase, Cabinet of Curiosities Object, Turn of the 20th Century French shellwork amphora dating to the turn of the 20th century, covered with hundr...

This is a white porcelain jar from the Joseon (Korean) dynasty, made on the Korean Peninsula. Judging from the construction of its mouth and its overall form, it is believed to date ...

Dutch Delft Blue Ceramic Tulip Vase Set in Matte Pink This stunning three-tiered tulip vases by van Heinen features a matte pink color. The pink color forms a beautiful backdrop for...

This elegant Mid-Century Hand-Thrown Crystalline Glaze Ceramic Vase by Sid Oakley originated in the United States, 20th Century. It presents a classic ovoid silhouette with a gently ...

Made circa 1765, this pair of 18th-century Dutch Delft vases is hand-painted in cobalt blue with dense “Thousand Flowers” decoration. The softly octagonal vases have an elegant doubl...

Delfts Blue colored Tulip vase set Designed by van Loes van Delft These vases by Heinen Delfts Blauw, was designed by artist Loes van Delft. Loes van Delft'...

Dutch Delft Blue Ceramic Tulip Vase Set in Dark Blue These Beautiful Three-Piece Tulip Vases has a very deep Blue glossy color. Depending on the light, the vases sometimes even seem...

A classic blue and white ginger jar, decorated throughout with delicate bird and flowering branch motifs. The pattern is dense yet balanced, wrapping the form in movement while maint...

Vase #800 by Karen Gayle Tinney Hand formed stoneware with white glaze. White cotton braided details. Inside is glazed, the vessel will hold water. 13”H x 5”W Karen Gayle Tinney i...

Wonderful mid-century Israel Lapid pottery pieces featuring trademark Lapid markings on the bottom and dark bluish-grey interior glaze. Lapid is the most renowned and collected kibbu...

Dutch Delft Blue Ceramic Tulip Vase Set, Vermeer 'Girl with the Pearl" These stunning ceramic three-tiered tulip vases by van Heinen are decorated with the famous Dutch artist Johan...