Ceramic Vases

Spherical Ceramic Vase, attributed to Céramique d'Art de Bordeaux (C.A.B.) in the 1940s. On the red clay biscuit, a network of liquid enamel thread has been applied, encircling the b...

A pair of extraordinary handmade vintage art ceramic vases known as "Granola" design by the very talented Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand. What makes these vases so very special is that ...

ROSENTHAL (Manufacturer, 1879-Present) - TAPIO WIRKKALA (Designer, 1915-1985) - Mid Century pop art porcelain 'paper bag' vase (part of Rosenthal's Studio Line) - featuring a matte f...

A fine, diminutive, and early Dutch Delft pottery vase or jar marked for Gerrit Kam. With a stylized Chinese peony flower pattern. Bearing an underglaze blue GK monogram to the bas...

A fine pair of Sèvres-style napoleonic gilt bronze mounted cobalt-blue ground porcelain vases. Signed by the artist 'H. Desprez Sevres'. Each vase is of inverted ovoid form finely painted all-over with Napoleonic battle...

Beautiful large stoneware vase handmade by Arne Bang in Denmark the 1930s. Painted with signature "AB" to base. Model no 65. Arne Bang (1901-1983) was a Danish sculptor and ceramic d...

Unusual Cubist Studio pottery pitcher vase. Mid 20th century. Very unusual and asymmetrical studio pottery pitcher vase with an attractive colorful glaze. Interesting cubist shap...

Very beautiful west german mid century ceramic vase manufactured by Bay-Keramik in 1961, decor Bodo Mans. Drip glaze in black and white combined with red, purple, yellow and green. D...

A group of seven vases and bowls by Carl-Harry Stålhane, two bowls at Rörstrand and one vase by Gunnar Nylund in the 1950s and 1960s. The vases are between 6.5 - 25.5 cm high and in ...

A green-glazed earthenware vase designed by Eva Jancke-Björk and produced by Bo Fajans, Sweden, 1940s

Beautiful hand-turned geometric blackware vase by Octavio Andrew, circa 2000s. The exquisite piece made of naturally black clay has a unique geometric design. This vase is in very go...

- Large porcelain vase with hand painted flowers - Top is in blue cobalt - The vase was made in manufactory by Royal Bonn.

A green-glazed ceramic vase designed by Arthur Percy and produced by Gefle, Sweden, 1930s.

2 Mid-Century Modern White Vases "Pungo" by Stig Lindberg, made in Gustavsberg. The "Pungo" vases are part of an exclusive series with limited produc...

White-glazed earthenware baluster vase, decorated with a series of fine hand-pinched fillets forming serpentines around the vase. Rare white earthenware vase (1940-1950 period) by Em...

This is a Japanese pottery called "Shigaraki ware". Shigaraki is a historical kiln located in Shiga Prefecture, Japan. (Shigaraki Kiln is marked with a ...

Wilhelm Kåge (1889-1960) is one of the most well-known representatives of the illustrious Swedish ceramic design of the 20th century. This piece is signed with sticker "Gustavsberg A...

A beige and green-glazed earthenware vase designed and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s.

A stunning finnish Art Deco four handled art pottery vase decorated in lustre glazes by Arabia and made between 1917 and 1927. The earthenware vase stands on a flat rounded base with...

A pair of late 19th century Kutani coral orange and gilt double gourd vases, floral and landscape decoration with the traditional lion and phoenix Japan, circa 1880.

Large Turkish Vintage Olive Jar, 19th Century This striking large-sized Turkish olive jar, with origins dating back to at least the 17th century ...

Kawa Vase 19 Made by casting liquid clay into sewn leather molds, all pieces in the Kawa Series are one-of-a-kind. 4" dia. x 11" h 1 unit in stock. Ships in 5-7 days. Kawa Seri...

Tall Italian majolica serpentine handles vase with a mythological scene Depicting The Triumph of Bacchus and Ariadne - Annibale Carracci - 1597...

Vintage industrial-style ceramic vase / sculpture by Alessio Tasca (circa 1970). Minimalist, abstract, U-shaped ceramic vase in a matte, sandy-coloured glaze with line motif from the...

This pair of Royal Worcester Aesthetic Movement 'Japonism' vases dates to circa 1870. They are square and intricately decorated in blue with cranes beneath towering bamboo. The blue ...

If you are looking for a unique decorative piece, that you won’t find anywhere else, look no further. This vase/decorative piece has no signature, but lots of looks, or even person...

In a very good condition beautiful handpainted vase from Ruscha Keramik. Decor Milano.

Jerome Massier Fils Majolica figural vase which features a hunting dog stood in front of a tree trunk. Colouration: white, brown, green, are predominant. The piece bears an impressiv...

Contemporary French matte white vase with two handles. Horizontal rib detailing at base. From a collection of varying sizes and shapes.

Tactile in shape, with a superb chestnut brown birds egg speckled glaze - posy ceramic stoneware vase by Accolay, France Classic weighty form, with a commanding edge Circa 1960's Sig...

Each finely painted on the front and reverse with Teniers-style peasants at various pursuits reserved within a shaped panel and elaborate tooled gilt border, and affixed on either side with a gilt-heightened foliate scroll handle. Chelsea gold anchor...

A set of two beautiful stoneware vases and one bowl with amazing and rare glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Excellent condition. First sorting. Incise...

Beautiful impressive Bowl by Gerald and Gotlind Weigel. The structure of the glaze is developed by using a net. It is signed by Weigel and th...

This is a vintage flower vase. A German, ceramic lava slip or decorative hall stick stand, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1970. Striking ...

Aldo Londi for Bitossi ceramic vase in the iconic brick form, finished in the distinctive Rimini Blu glaze. Designed in the 1960s and handmade in Italy, this piece features sgraffi...

Meiji period, Large Satsuma Porcelain vase, decorated with dragon and floral pattern.  

Very well made Art Deco vase having textured glaze and a deer and fawn motif. In the style of Jean Besnard, and Primavera, but not signed. No damage, flaws or repairs.

This is a pair of large antique vases. A Chinese, ceramic baluster urn with Famille Rose pattern, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. ...

Arabia vase in glazed ceramics. Beautiful glaze in mustard yellow shades. Finnish design, mid 20th century. Measures: 19 x 12.5 cm. In excellent condi...

Dimensions: 26cm height , 10 cm diameter 20cm height , 10cm diameter 25cm Height 13cm Diameter 20cm height , 10cm diameter Conditon: Good no damages Periode: 1970s

Stunning signed European German Modern vintage 1980s contemporary studio pottery vase, made by German ceramic artist Ingeborg Zenker (1926-2010) in 1989. Really beautiful piece of po...

Antique 1890s pair of Victoria Austria vase. Comprising Austrian porcelain vases with hand-painted decorated scenes of cattle watering. Measure: Heigh...

Pair of large Paris Porcelain Botanical Vases, Mid-19th century. Each of the baluster form vases has a cylindrical neck and everted rim and is painted...

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Wonderful blue vase with pinched neck designed by Jerk Werkmäster and produced by Nittsjö. Features a blue body with next textured glaze. Signed JW on bottom

Of extraordinary beauty and unique charm, the blue butterfly has always been considered the bearer of wishes. According to ancient beliefs it has the power to make dreams come true. ...

Blue and white landscape vase with squirrel handles The special antique process makes it looks like a piece of art from a museum. High fire porcelain, 100% hand shaped, hand pai...

Blue and white Delft handled chinoiserie vase. Antique Dutch porcelain vase with rich blue flowers and chinoiserie fencing in a lustrous glaze; with scro...

70s Huge Mid Century Modern Sculpture Japanese Crescent Ikebana Planter Vase Spectacular Large Mid Century Modern Gloss Black Toyo Sculptural Planter, Vase or Table top Centerpiece...

Spanish glazed terracotta spotted vase, Spain, circa 1960s. Marine blue, white, black. It has a mark on the bottom (IOX). Beautiful to be used as flowe...

This extraordinary First Edition Wedgwood rendering of the legendary Portland Vase is one of the rarest masterpieces of Josiah Wedgwood, the most important ceramics manufacturer of the 18th century. A tour de force of ceramic art, the Portland Vase First Editions are regarded as one of the greatest ceramic accomplishments of the 18th century, and they are a testament to the superior skill of Josiah Wedgwood, his extraordinary ambition and his tireless dedication to perfection. One of the very few First Editions still in private hands, this exceptional Wedgwood Portland Vase is one of the most important works of ceramics on the market. The story of Wedgwood and the Portland Vase is legendary. The original Portland Vase is the ancient world's most famous decorative arts masterpiece—a cameo glass vase dating to circa 25 CE with a frieze representing the myth of Peleus and Thetis, initially thought to be carved from stone. When it was first rediscovered around 1582, it captivated the world with its opaque white cameo figures over its rich blue background. After the vase was excavated it was owned by Cardinal Barberini, whose family later sold it to the Duke of Hamilton who eventually sold it to the Duchess of Portland, from whom the famed vase now takes its name. The famed British sculptor John Flaxman was likely the first to have brought the vase to Wedgwood’s attention. In a letter dated February 5, 1784, he wrote: “I wish you may soon come to town to see William Hamilton’s vase, it is the finest production of Art that has been brought to England and seems to be the very apex of perfection to which you are endeavouring to bring your bisque and jasper…” Indeed, the Portland Vase is a masterpiece of cameo-cutting, with a stunning frieze of opaque white cameo glass over its translucent deep blue form. Its beauty and translucence would inspire Wedgwood to undertake his years-long endeavor to precisely replicate the original in porcelain. Upon closer examination, Wedgwood realized the vase was not made of stone or earthenware, but of cameo glass—a technique so advanced it remains the masterpiece of cameo-cutting. Today, the vase is housed in the British Museum, where it is the second most viewed antiquity, only after the Rosetta Stone. It then took Wedgwood several painstaking years to craft his unparalleled copy of the vase, during which he perfected the jasperware technique that would become his crowning achievement. To this day, the renowned porcelain firm regards the vase as its most momentous triumph, so much so that the vessel’s silhouette is incorporated into the Wedgwood logo. The four years it took Wedgwood to complete his vase were not without tribulations. From the start, Wedgwood encountered numerous problems with his copies, from cracking and blistering to the difficulty of replicating the translucent effects of the original. The first acceptable copy was produced in October 1789 and sent to Wedgwood’s physician and friend Erasmus Darwin, the grandfather of Charles Darwin. Wedgwood presented another copy to Queen Charlotte in May 1790 and afterward organized a private exhibition of the vase at the Portland House in London. The viewing proved so popular that Wedgwood was forced to restrict the show to 1,900 visitors. Much of London wished to see Wedgwood’s greatest major achievement. Perhaps the highest praise of Wedgwood’s copy came from the famed artist Sir Joshua Reynolds, the founder of the British Royal Academy: “I can venture to declare it a correct and faithful imitation, both in regard to the general effect, and the most minute detail of the part.” Over the next few years, Wedgwood's oven records listed 43 First Edition copies of the Portland Vase produced between 1791 and 1796, 11 of which were broken during the firing process. In all, it is believed around 30 First Edition vases were completed, though an unknown number of these were somewhat damaged—one of these imperfect examples is currently held by the Victoria & Albert Museum in London. The perfect examples such as ours have found their way into the most important museum collections in the world. The British Museum (London), Art Institute of Chicago, Birmingham Museum of Art, Museum of Fine Arts (Boston) and the Fitzwilliam Museum (Cambridge, UK), among others, all hold one of these highly coveted vases in their collections. In terms of technical achievement, the First Edition Portland Vases...

Introducing our stunning Large Hexagonal Ceramic Vase, a captivating addition to any space that will effortlessly elevate your home decor. This exquisite piece exudes a timeless char...

Large Italian vase of the mid-20th century. Ceramic object enameled and hand painted with decorations of character and oriental style. Vase with lid adorned with sculpture depicting ...

Blue glazed ceramic vase by Accolay. Artist signature under the base. Circa 1960-1970. H : 12.9’ x 8.3’ inches.

A flat flower vase with a wide applied handle and thick wave-like white glaze on a matte black background, designed by Gustav Spörri for the manufacturer Ziegler Schaffhausen in the 1950s. This striking piece combines bold contrasts and flowing forms, characteristic of mid-century modern design. The vase's unique aesthetic makes it a standout addition to any collection, highlighting the innovative craftsmanship of Gustav Spörri and the quality production of Ziegler Schaffhausen. Gustav Spörri was a notable Swiss ceramic designer, active during the mid-20th century. Born in 1909, Spörri is recognized for his innovative approach to ceramic design, blending traditional techniques with modern aesthetics. His work is characterized by bold forms, dynamic glazes, and a keen sense of color and texture. Spörri was associated with various Swiss ceramics...

A vintage Chinese crackle green celadon lidded vase from the mid 20th century with stylized foo dog finial and tapering lines. This vintage Chinese crackle green celadon lidded vase,...

A stylish matched pair of hand painted Dresden bottle vases, last quarter of the 19th century. Each of bulbous body form with tall slender necks, superbly hand decorated in colors...

Pair of French Majolica Flowers Vases With Snails Choisy Le Roi, Circa 1890.

Art Déco belgian glazed pottery/ceramic Charles Catteau-like vase by Boch Freres Keramis By: Boch Freres Keramis, Charles Catteau (in the style of) Material: ceramic, pottery, paint...

Beautiful pottery vase from Germany. Manufacturer: Ceramano Rustica Rare and special Lava Glazing. Handmade. Very well preserved. In one place the...