Pottery Vases and Vessels

Crater Vase II by Kate Butler Dimensions: 15.5 x 5.5 x 4.5 inches Materials: Hand sculpted, glazed pottery Kate Butler is a writer and artist working primarily in drawing and ceramic clay. Her sculptures describe subliminal experiences of space through forms that feel alive and vaguely human. In 2019, she earned an MFA Fine Arts and MS Art History from the Pratt Institute, pursuing both a rigorous studio practice and original research on ceramic sculptor Stanley Rosen. Before attending Pratt, Kate studied and apprenticed at the Marchutz School of Fine Arts, a “school of vision,” based in Aix-en-Provence, France, that integrated the study of plein-air painting with seminars in art criticism. Since graduating from Pratt, Kate has participated in residencies at Odyssey Clayworks and Anderson...

Glaze "Isolated n.14" stoneware vase - Raquel Vidal and Pedro Paz Dimensions: 43 x 22cm Materials: Hand-sculpted, glaze stoneware, brass Raquel Vidal and Pedro Paz Craft pott...

A well crafted Pottery Vase in bottle form in Asian style. The Vase with a natural lightly ribbed body and narrow neck with solid feel and good weight. Glazed with an Oatmeal backgro...

This small, dark blue Moroccan pot is hand painted and has a ceramic glaze. It is decorated with various ribbons of silver-like metal providing round geom...

Striking studio pottery ceramic bud vase is decorated with crystalline glaze in bright, but harmonious tones. Deep burnt orange crystals on creamy light orange colored background we...

Striking hand-built stoneware footed vase or vessel features elongated conical body, reminiscent of traditional goblet forms, with exaggerated coiled walls, mounted on prominent foot...

Huge ceramic vase by SPARA keramik West Germany 250-36 sgraffito surface with multicolor geo pattern. Abstract design and vintage. Height 14.17" / 36 cm Diameter 8.27" / 21 cm...

Ceramic Vase with Flower Frog, Brown Enamel Sphere Vase - France 1960s A sinuous wave along the top of the vase creates the openings through which you can place the flowers and fill...

Distinctive hand-crafted blackware pottery vessel by Jaime Dominguez of Mata Ortiz, Mexico, modeled in an abstract zoomorphic or bird-like form. The rounded body is accented by an el...

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...

Meiji Period Satsuma Gilt Enameled Immortal & Geisha Vase & Stand Japan, Circa 1900, Meiji-era (1868–1912) Kozan Zo This exquisite Meiji-period Satsuma ...

Antique early-20th Century French solid silver mounted flambe' glaze pottery cachepot, the rim and the circular foot are mounted with solid silver featuring a laurel leaf design, mou...

Vintage light blue handmade heavy ceramic vase with dark blue symbolic hand-painted decorations. Organic modern soft plumb tiered shape. Signed under base. Beautiful vintage conditio...

A scarcely seen early 20th century high relief hand made & painted Majolica pottery planter in the manner of Della Robbia. Generous dimensions, beautifully maintained; signed Italy.

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...

1940s Art Nouveau terracotta pedestal bowl with hand-painted naturalistic organic decorations with colourful fruits and berries on a sandy brown matte base. Manufactured by L. Hjort...

This striking XXL Scheurich Fat Lava vase, marked with model number 270-50, epitomizes mid-century modern design and the vibrant 'Flower Power' aesthetic of the era. Standing at an...

A collection of four Bauer pottery planters three in a swirl pattern and one smooth sided . The largest is a # 8 leaf green swirl 9.5" Dia. x 8.13" H , #4 smaller blue 5" dia. x 4.25...

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

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...

A striking and highly tactile Mid-Century Modern ceramic vase, handcrafted in Italy by the renowned mid-century studio Ceramiche Melior (Sesto Fiorentino, Florence). This expressive...

A very beautiful mid-century West German glazed porcelain vase, beautifully showcasing the bold colors and modernist aesthetic characteristic of European ceramic design from the peri...

A wonderfully glazed, beautifully crafted, and classically shaped vase/vessel by renowned Canadian master potter Brother Thomas Bezanson (1929-2007). Brother Thomas studied design at Nova Scotia College in the late 40s and early 50s, It was during this time that he discovered a love for the ceramic art form. In 1959 he became a monk and joined the Weston Priory, Vermont, a community of Benedictine men. Here he continued his art while also pursuing a degree in philosophy. In 1978 he traveled to Japan where he met and worked with five Japanese potters, designated “Living National Treasures” by the Japanese government. These particular artists and the time spent with them deeply influenced his work and his thought. In 1985, he became artist-in-residence at Mount Saint Benedict Monastery in Erie, Pennsylvania, where worked until his death in 2007. Brother Thomas was universally known and esteemed for his mastery of complex glazes and his adaptation and application of traditional Chinese and Japanese pottery methods and materials. The vase features a sumptuous green glaze that absolutely radiates in the light. The work is signed by Brother Thomas with his traditional signature and cipher. A special piece. Would be a great addition to any Brother Thomas or Mid-Century pottery/ceramics collection or make for an eye catching stand alone accent work in about any setting. His work can be found in numerous collections and international museums including: Aidekman Art Center, Tufts University, Medford, MA Allen Art Museum, Oberlin College, Oberlin, OH Art Complex Museum, Duxbury, MA Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, IL Bunting Institute, Radcliffe College, Cambridge, MA Canadian Museum of Civilization, Hull, Quebec, Canada Carnegie Museum of Art, Pittsburgh, PA Chrysler Museum of Art, Norfolk, VA Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, OH Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum, Smithsonian Institution, New York, NY Davis Museum and Cultural Center, Wellesley College, Wellesley, MA Dimock Gallery, George Washington University, Washington, DC Everson Museum of Art, Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY Fleming Museum, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA Framingham State University, Framingham, MA Hokkaido University, Hokkaido, Japan Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Los Angeles, CA The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY Museum of Art, Rhode Island School of Design, Providence, RI Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, MA Phoenix Art Museum, Phoenix, AZ Portland Museum of Art Portland, ME Pucker Gallery...

This is a rare ironstone vase, made by the Mason's factory in the early 19th century. The vase is hexagonal in section with a baluster shape and two salamander handles, one either...

Large Awaji pottery vase in luminous green crackle glaze, circa 1930. This vase is in the Hu form, a shape with origins in ancient Chinese bronze vessels that was later embraced in J...

Unusual marbled yellow Scandinavian modern art nouveau vase by ceramic artist Anna-Lisa Thomson for Upsala Ekeby in the 1940s. Soft shaped glazed ceramic vase with two brown textured...

Delightful double handled Staffordshire Ironstone vase with Victorian style blue flower motif / design. Add a splash of color / colour to your home decor with this beautiful blue and...

High gloss unique pottery vase in vibrant hares fur - and crystalline glazes. Designed by the Swedish ceramist Henning Nilsson and manufactured by Höga...

2 lidded vases by Ivora Gouda, Model 170 ca 1915 2 lidded vases earthenware with floral hand-painted decoration in Art Nouveau style, made by pottery fact...

Vintage Dona Rosa Barro Negro Black Pottery 5" Flower Bud Vase Mexico Mid Century Modern. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 5" H x 5" x W x 5" D.

A wonderful and unusual mid 20th century studio pottery vase in stone red and black with beautifully sculptural handles. Great shape with the two beautiful handles on the waist and...

A rare vintage Chinese Shiwan ceramic tabletop water fountain, featuring two beautifully modelled koi fish resting within an intricately formed conch shell and surrounded by sculpted aquatic foliage. Believed to date from the mid-20th century, this unusual handmade piece combines highly decorative ceramic modelling with distinctive flambé-style glazed colouring. The two koi are finished with vibrant orange, cream, black and green tones, with expressive bulbous eyes, detailed fins and flowing forms. One of the koi has an open mouth incorporating the water outlet. The fountain is supplied with its pump, tubing, USB lead and 5V power pack, allowing water to circulate and flow from the fish's mouth into the shell below. It can also be displayed without the pump as a striking decorative ceramic sculpture. The large conch-shell form provides an especially unusual base, with layered glaze effects and textured detailing adding to its character. The hand-painted finish, sculptural foliage and flamboyant koi make this a particularly eye-catching piece for collectors of Chinese ceramics, Shiwan pottery, koi-themed interiors and unusual decorative objects. A wonderfully distinctive vintage statement piece that would work equally well as a tabletop fountain...

A beautiful vintage studio pottery vase. Features overlapping glazes in gray with orange accents. Measures 4.5"Dia x 6.5"H

A beautiful and substantial Postmodern black charcoal sculpture vase, circa late-20th century. Piece is clay pottery with a black charcoal matte finish and a round, cylindrical, asymmetric design. Designers mark...

An antique Arts & Crafts Trenton ware art pottery floor vase offers blue glazed urn form vessel with maker stamp on base, 20th century Measures- 23" height x 15" diameter. A fine exa...

Tall Vintage Mid-Century Modern floor vase produced by Scheurich Keramik, West Germany, circa 1960-1969. This example was one of the larger sizes from the model / series 'Lora' which...

Large rare vintage Midcentury Modern floor vase by Walter Grau for Fohr Pottery, Germany, circa 1970. The company Fohr started producing decorative pottery in the 1950s under Wilhelm...

Simplistic, classic Danish midcentury modern black ceramic vase with sharp edges and hand-carved cream white curvy relief lines. Beautiful vintage condition. Denmark, 1950s.

Modern set of two Pottery Jars or Vases with cane in the upper section. Beautiful condition. Preowned vintage condition. One is a bit larger. 9 tall x 8 diameter And smaller vase is ...

Vintage 1970's studio pottery vase with Moorish design. Artist hand thrown, decorated and glazed on vase main body, mouth of vase is unglazed. Imperfections in glaze by artist

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...

Mid-Century Modern Danish Studio Pottery Vase, 1960s

The artefact under consideration is a West German bulbous silhouette floor vase with handle, created by Gerda Heuckeroth for Carstens Tönnieshof in the mid to late 1960s. Despite the...

Fat lava art vases Producer: Scheurich, Germany Decade: 1970s The original vintage vase was produced in the 1970s in Germany. It is made of ceramic pottery in fat lava optic. Super r...

A fine antique American art pottery vase. Decorated by Charles Stanley Todd for Rookwood Pottery. Shape no. 1697. With incised decoration and a mustard yellow glaze over an orange...

This one of a kind Mexican antique is one of few pieces Dolores had at her home at the time she passed away. Dolores experimented to create new forms w...

1970's Mid-Century Modern pottery decorative vase by Rosenthal Netter. in vintage original condition with minor wear and patina due to age and use.

Lovely bowl by well known ceramic artist Guerrino Tramonti (1915-1992) Signed to the underside. Excellent condition.

Rustic French ceramic bottle vase with warm caramel and burnt umber colored glaze. Fine horisontal lines around the neck. Great vintage condition. France, circa 1930s.

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...

Vintage ceramic vase with hand-carved lined decor and shiny glaze in a warm dark brown - almost black - color. Signed under base. Great vintage condition. Denmark, 1980s

Rare figurative stoneware sculptured vessel by British studio ceramicist Marylyn Hyde, circa 1970s-1980s. Depicting a female mythological figure — possibly Venus or Medusa, rendered...

Beautiful hand-turned geometric blackware vase by Tomaso Mora, circa 1990s. The exquisite piece made of naturally black clay has a unique geometric design. This vase is in very good condition and measures 6"D x 6"H. #2383 Mata Ortiz or Casas Grandes pottery...

Vintage sculptural urn-shaped planter or vase was made by McCoy Pottery as a part of the Floraline series, that was sold exclusively to florists in 1960s. Rich, buttery yellow color...

This striking vintage art pottery vase was created by the famous Swiss ceramic artist Gustav Spörri and showcases a highly expressive, abstract composition of galloping horses. Rende...

Vintage ceramic Art Deco style vase was made by Gonder Pottery in Zanesville, Ohio. The vase has highly sculptural shape with complex, graphic handles that is accentuated by drip gl...

Tall vase by Walter Grau for Fohr Pottery, Germany, circa 1970. The Company Fohr started producing decorative pottery in the 1950s under Wilhelm Fohr, although they were originally f...

Large ceramic floor vase by ceramic artist Harald Folmer Gross (1888-1961) for Knabstrup Ceramics - Gross worked for Knabstrup from 1941 to 1945. Light cream yellow base with hand-pa...

Mid Century Modern ceramic vase features an abstract graphic decor enveloping the whole body of the vase with color blocked bands of green and orange divided by off-white and dark gr...

Vintage Royal Copenhagen porcelain vase features streamlined elongated form with fluted rim and terra cotta and grey crackle or craquelure glaze with gold band decor on the inner rim...