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1970s French Glazed Pottery Platter with Bull Motif, Vibrant Southern Colors
1970s French Glazed Pottery Platter with Bull Motif, Vibrant Southern Colors

1970s French Glazed Pottery Platter with Bull Motif, Vibrant Southern Colors

By (after) Jean Lurçat

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Description: This striking glazed pottery platter, crafted in France in the 1970s, features a bold and expressive black bull at its center, surrounded by vibrant accents of yellow, green, and blue. Reminiscent of the work of southern French ceramicists from the 1960s, the platter evokes the sun-soaked spirit and artistic freedom of the Mediterranean coast. A piece full of character and color, it serves equally well as a decorative statement or a functional serving dish. Key features include: Southern French Aesthetic: The energetic brushstrokes and vivid color palette call to mind the styles of Vallauris and other southern ceramic traditions, celebrated for their earthy forms and Mediterranean vibrancy. Central Bull Motif: The powerful black bull, a symbol of strength and rustic heritage, anchors the piece in both myth and regional culture, while the surrounding colors create movement and contrast. Vibrant Glaze Work: The layered glazes in yellow, green, and blue enhance the platter’s visual dynamism, catching light and adding depth to the composition. 1970s French Craftsmanship: Made in France during a creative and bold era for ceramics, this platter is an authentic reflection of regional craftsmanship and artistic innovation. Decorative & Functional: Suitable as a centerpiece on a dining or coffee table, mounted on a wall, or used as a serving platter, it brings color and energy to any setting. Versatile Integration: Its graphic motif and strong palette make it ideal for modern, rustic, or eclectic interiors, effortlessly bridging traditional charm and contemporary appeal. This 1970s French glazed pottery platter is a celebration of color, culture, and craftsmanship—a perfect piece for those who appreciate authentic regional ceramics and bold artistic expression. Keywords: 1970s French pottery platter, bull motif ceramic dish, vintage Vallauris...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Contemporary Organic Modern Moroccan Handmade Terracotta Ceramic Wall Lamp
Contemporary Organic Modern Moroccan Handmade Terracotta Ceramic Wall Lamp

Contemporary Organic Modern Moroccan Handmade Terracotta Ceramic Wall Lamp

Located in Marseille, FR

- Handbuilt terracotta ceramic wall light - made of clay collected from the potter's surroundings. - made in the Moroccan Rif mountains by the potter Houda. - co-created by the potte...

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2010s Moroccan Organic Modern Ceramics

Materials

Clay, Earthenware

Contemporary Organic Modern Moroccan Handmade White Ceramic Wall Lamp
Contemporary Organic Modern Moroccan Handmade White Ceramic Wall Lamp

Contemporary Organic Modern Moroccan Handmade White Ceramic Wall Lamp

Located in Marseille, FR

- Handbuilt terracotta ceramic wall light - made of clay collected from the potter's surroundings. - made in the Moroccan Rif mountains by the potter Houda. - co-created by the potte...

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2010s Moroccan Organic Modern Ceramics

Materials

Clay, Earthenware

Striking Art Nouveau Ceramic and Bronze-Mounted Vase in Victor Horta Style
Striking Art Nouveau Ceramic and Bronze-Mounted Vase in Victor Horta Style

Striking Art Nouveau Ceramic and Bronze-Mounted Vase in Victor Horta Style

By Victor Horta

Located in Lisse, NL

Top condition and pure elegance Art Nouveau vase. For the collectors of museum quality and condition Art Nouveau ceramics. This stunning Art Nouveau vase is decorated with the mos...

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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Ceramics

Materials

Bronze

Exquisite Vintage Persian Hand-Painted Ceramic Tile Wall Hanging - 19”x 19”x 1.5
Exquisite Vintage Persian Hand-Painted Ceramic Tile Wall Hanging - 19”x 19”x 1.5

Exquisite Vintage Persian Hand-Painted Ceramic Tile Wall Hanging - 19”x 19”x 1.5

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Immerse your space in the timeless beauty of the East with this stunning Persian ceramic tile wall hanging. This captivating piece, showcases nine individually hand-painted tiles m...

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Late 20th Century Asian Ceramics

Materials

Metal

A Karatsu tea bowl made in the 18th century during the Edo period in Japan
A Karatsu tea bowl made in the 18th century during the Edo period in Japan

A Karatsu tea bowl made in the 18th century during the Edo period in Japan

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Here is the revised English version with the additional information naturally inserted in appropriate sections: --- This bowl is a piece of Karatsu ware believed to have been produ...

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18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Marbre Mugs, Brown, Set of 2
Marbre Mugs, Brown, Set of 2

Marbre Mugs, Brown, Set of 2

By Louise Roe (English)

Located in London, GB

Handcrafted in Bulgaria, our Marbre collection brings a rustic elegance to any table setting, with its dreamy marbled pattern. Available in blue, green and brown, the Marbre collecti...

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2010s Italian Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of 19th Century Etruscan Majolica Leaf Plates
Pair of 19th Century Etruscan Majolica Leaf Plates

Pair of 19th Century Etruscan Majolica Leaf Plates

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Highly collectable glazed Majolica plate in greens, yellow and pink. Wonderful ceramic pieces to add to current collection or create new grouping with this fantastic set.

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19th Century English Rustic Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

I.C.S. Majolica Plaque Mother and Child, Madonna, Italy 1927-1940
I.C.S. Majolica Plaque Mother and Child, Madonna, Italy 1927-1940

I.C.S. Majolica Plaque Mother and Child, Madonna, Italy 1927-1940

By Industria Ceramica Salernitana

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Charming vintage decorative plaque depicts mother and child, most possibly Madonna and Child, done in relief and decorated with majolica glazes. Teal and blue glazes, used for the dress and the headdress, contrast beautifully with burnt orange used as a background color. Abstract palm tree...

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery

Rare Medium Tiger Ceramic Sculpture, Italy, 1960s
Rare Medium Tiger Ceramic Sculpture, Italy, 1960s

Rare Medium Tiger Ceramic Sculpture, Italy, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Italian ceramic, perfect condition, produced in 1960s. We have also another big cats for sale, check our products. Only one unique piece available.

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Mid Century White and Orange Hand Made Artistic Vase, Europe, 1960s
Mid Century White and Orange Hand Made Artistic Vase, Europe, 1960s

Mid Century White and Orange Hand Made Artistic Vase, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Vase in amazing organic shape. Produced in 1960s, Poland. Hand made item. Glass in perfect condition. The vase looks like it has just been taken out of the box. No jags, defects et...

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass

Late 1960's Burkart Ceramic Vase, Switzerland
Late 1960's Burkart Ceramic Vase, Switzerland

Late 1960's Burkart Ceramic Vase, Switzerland

Located in Bern, CH

Late 1960's Burkart Ceramic Vase. Signed on base. Produced in 1960's for Burkart Keramik, Switzerland. Beautiful vibrant green glaze. Designer: Burkart Keramik, Kreuzlingen, Switzerl...

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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Clarice Cliff Cup and Saucer Rare Pine Grove Bizarre Ptn Art Deco, Circa 1935
Clarice Cliff Cup and Saucer Rare Pine Grove Bizarre Ptn Art Deco, Circa 1935

Clarice Cliff Cup and Saucer Rare Pine Grove Bizarre Ptn Art Deco, Circa 1935

By Clarice Cliff

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a cup & saucer duo in the rarely seen, hand painted "Pine Grove" Pattern by the renowned Art Deco designer Clarice Cliff. This piece dates to the late Bizarre period, Circa 1935. The Pine Grove Pattern was Newport pattern 6449, having boldly drawn black, blue and green fir trees with orange/red trunks, the whole design then covered in thin grey, blue & green bands. This pattern is rarely seen but has the distinctive "Clarice" look of the early Bizarre pieces. The cup has the Bizarre black printed stamp on the base and the saucer has the Wilkinson's honey-glaze mark, all fully documented in the book ; Clarice Cliff The Bizarre Affair, written by Leonard Griffin and Louis K. and Susan Pear Meisel...

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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Majolica Parakeets Plate Salins, circa 1890
Majolica Parakeets Plate Salins, circa 1890

Majolica Parakeets Plate Salins, circa 1890

By Salins

Located in Austin, TX

Majolica plate two parakeets on a blue background with oranges Salins, circa 1890.  

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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Mid Century Vintage Green Acqua Artistic Big Glass Vase, Europe, 1970s
Mid Century Vintage Green Acqua Artistic Big Glass Vase, Europe, 1970s

Mid Century Vintage Green Acqua Artistic Big Glass Vase, Europe, 1970s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

VASE “SCARF” Author: Decorative Glassworks "Makora", Krosno Year of creation: 2nd half 20th century Information: laminated glass, hand-formed, mass decoration with a crack motif. h...

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Pair of "Rimini Blue" Ceramic Square Ashtrays, by Bitossi, Italy, 1960s
Pair of "Rimini Blue" Ceramic Square Ashtrays, by Bitossi, Italy, 1960s

Pair of "Rimini Blue" Ceramic Square Ashtrays, by Bitossi, Italy, 1960s

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in Roma, IT

Wonderful and very rare pair of square-shaped ceramic ashtrays in the iconic glazed “Rimini Blu” color. These stylish pieces were produced by Bitossi in Italy during the 1960s. The ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Pottery, Ceramic

1930s Lapis Blue Art Deco Ceramic Refrigerator Water Jug & Matching Stopper
1930s Lapis Blue Art Deco Ceramic Refrigerator Water Jug & Matching Stopper

1930s Lapis Blue Art Deco Ceramic Refrigerator Water Jug & Matching Stopper

Located in Red Lion, PA

1930s Lapis Blue Art Deco Ceramic Refrigerator Water Jug with Matching Stopper A stunning example of 1930s Art Deco design, this lapis blue glazed ceramic water jug is both a functi...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Cork

Mid-Century Chinese Export / Imari Style Blue and White Footbath / Planter
Mid-Century Chinese Export / Imari Style Blue and White Footbath / Planter

Mid-Century Chinese Export / Imari Style Blue and White Footbath / Planter

Located in Kennesaw, GA

Great for gifting or home decor! This is a lovely Chinese Export style footbath. It is hand painted and has gilt accents. Note the interior fish!

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Stig Lindberg Black White Domino Ceramic Plate, Vide-poche, Gustavsberg, 1950s
Stig Lindberg Black White Domino Ceramic Plate, Vide-poche, Gustavsberg, 1950s

Stig Lindberg Black White Domino Ceramic Plate, Vide-poche, Gustavsberg, 1950s

By Stig Lindberg

Located in Vienna, AT

A beautiful black and white "Domino" tray / plate / bowl / vide-poche, made of stoneware / ceramic from the 1950s, designed by Stig Lindberg, executed by Gustavsberg Sweden. A lovely...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Mid-Century Signed Claudio Pulli Polychrome Ceramic Italian Vase, 1970s
Mid-Century Signed Claudio Pulli Polychrome Ceramic Italian Vase, 1970s

Mid-Century Signed Claudio Pulli Polychrome Ceramic Italian Vase, 1970s

By Claudio Pulli

Located in Roma, IT

Stunning polychrome enameled ceramic vase designed and signed by Claudio Pulli, one of the greatest Sardinian ceramicists of the 20th century. Made in Italy during the 1970s. In fab...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Aldo Londi Bitossi Rimini Blue Glazed Ceramic XL Vase, Italy 1960
Aldo Londi Bitossi Rimini Blue Glazed Ceramic XL Vase, Italy 1960

Aldo Londi Bitossi Rimini Blue Glazed Ceramic XL Vase, Italy 1960

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in Barcelona, ES

A giant sized handmade Rimini blue ceramic vase designed by Aldo Londi and manufactured by Bitossi. Italy, 1960s. Blue glazed ceramic with engraved patterns adorning the top of the ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Pottery, Terracotta, Ceramic

Fratelli Fanciullacci Fruit Bowl
Fratelli Fanciullacci Fruit Bowl

Fratelli Fanciullacci Fruit Bowl

By Fratelli Fanciullacci

Located in Waddinxveen, ZH

Fratelli Fanciullacci Pottery: during the first half of the 20th century the firm slowly branched out into a rich repertoire of artistic products. The family understood the pulse of ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Mid Century Blue Vase with Frill, Europe, 1960s
Mid Century Blue Vase with Frill, Europe, 1960s

Mid Century Blue Vase with Frill, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Blue vase in amazing organic shape. Produced in 1960s. Glass in good condition. All defects shown on a pictures. The outer relief surface, the inner smooth. Thick glass vase. The ir...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass

Lovely Pitcher Ceramics Ewald Dahlskog 1930s, Bo Fajans, Sweden
Lovely Pitcher Ceramics Ewald Dahlskog 1930s, Bo Fajans, Sweden

Lovely Pitcher Ceramics Ewald Dahlskog 1930s, Bo Fajans, Sweden

By Ewald Dahlskog, Bo Fajans

Located in Stockholm, SE

A lovely pitcher designed by Ewald Dahlskog in the 1930s at Bo Fajans in Gefle, Sweden. It is 26.5 cm high and in very good condition. This pitcher is with the green "Lava" decor Ew...

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Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

White & Dark Blue Small Ceramic Kawa Dish, Textured Porcelain Catchall Bowl
White & Dark Blue Small Ceramic Kawa Dish, Textured Porcelain Catchall Bowl

White & Dark Blue Small Ceramic Kawa Dish, Textured Porcelain Catchall Bowl

By Luft Tanaka

Located in Brooklyn, NY

An organic shaped porcelain bowl with a tactile exterior surface and a smooth glazed interior. Small & precious, yet surprisingly practical, the Kawa Dishes are equally well-suited as a jewelry dish, salt cellar, sauces & dips bowl...

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2010s American Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Mid Century Pink Vase, Poland, 1960s
Mid Century Pink Vase, Poland, 1960s

Mid Century Pink Vase, Poland, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Pink vase in amazing shape. Produced in 1960s in Poland. Glass in perfect condition. The vase looks like it has just been taken out of the box. No jags, defects etc. The outer re...

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass

Antique English Majolica Plate, c. 1920's
Antique English Majolica Plate, c. 1920's

Antique English Majolica Plate, c. 1920's

Located in Ross, CA

Green majolica plate covered in leaves and flowers, made in England around the 1920's.

Category

1920s English Late Victorian Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Gustave Tiffoche Large White Stoneware Ceramic Vase, circa 1970
Gustave Tiffoche Large White Stoneware Ceramic Vase, circa 1970

Gustave Tiffoche Large White Stoneware Ceramic Vase, circa 1970

By Gustave Tiffoche

Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR

Gustave Tiffoche Large ligth grey stoneware ceramic vase by Gustave Tiffoche Original perfect condition Signed Realised circa 1970 Measures: height 43 cm large 25 cm.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Fish Plates Wall Art Composition, Mid-Century Modern Period
Ceramic Fish Plates Wall Art Composition, Mid-Century Modern Period

Ceramic Fish Plates Wall Art Composition, Mid-Century Modern Period

Set of midcentury multi color fish Plates and Platters as Wall Decoration A funny collection of twelve european glazed ceramic, porcelain and...

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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica, Porcelain, Terracotta

Victorian French Angel Water Font
Victorian French Angel Water Font

Victorian French Angel Water Font

Located in Riverdale, NY

Lovely and large Victorian French Angel holy water font in bisque with glazed calm shell. Beautifully detailed hand painted decoration throughout. 1900 Fr...

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1890s French Late Victorian Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Soleil Coaster Set by Greg Natale
Soleil Coaster Set by Greg Natale

Soleil Coaster Set by Greg Natale

By Greg Natale

Located in Sydney,, NSW

The unique Solar collection conjures the spirit of the mystical universe. Natale’s solar candles encompass mysticism and pairs it with clean architectural lines in an evocative and e...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Bitossi Aldo Londi Rimini Blue Ceramic Vase, Italy 1960
Bitossi Aldo Londi Rimini Blue Ceramic Vase, Italy 1960

Bitossi Aldo Londi Rimini Blue Ceramic Vase, Italy 1960

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in Barcelona, ES

'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...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Terracotta

Set of Two Green Glass Genie Decanters with Stoppers, 20th Century, Italy, 1960s
Set of Two Green Glass Genie Decanters with Stoppers, 20th Century, Italy, 1960s

Set of Two Green Glass Genie Decanters with Stoppers, 20th Century, Italy, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

A stunning green glass decanters with geometric design, made by one of the many glass manufacturers based in the region of Empoli, Italy. Has "Made in Italy" embossed on the base. Wo...

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass

Made in Italy Sound Amplifier, Blue & Gold Ceramics, Acoustic Speaker
Made in Italy Sound Amplifier, Blue & Gold Ceramics, Acoustic Speaker

Made in Italy Sound Amplifier, Blue & Gold Ceramics, Acoustic Speaker

By Mosche Bianche

Located in San Miniato PI, IT

Description This is an amplifier compatible with all smartphones in which the speaker is positioned at the bottom, near the microphone. It will allow you to increase the volume of your smartphone by 15/20 decibels! European Design Patent filed n. 005778529 Materials Handmade in 100% Italian ceramic and non-toxic glazes, i.e. free of lead and other substances harmful to the health of workers (as required by EU regulations). METHOD OF USE Just insert your smartphone in the appropriate space and start your favorite music to hear it clear and loud at home, outdoors or wherever you want! It has a hole for passing the power cable. ECO-SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTION The production method is characterized by an ethical and eco-sustainable approach. Ceramics of controlled origin, non-toxic glazes and photovoltaic panels are used to guarantee the functioning of the electric ovens...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Crystal Transparent Vase, Italy, 1960s
Mid-Century Crystal Transparent Vase, Italy, 1960s

Mid-Century Crystal Transparent Vase, Italy, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Transparent vase in amazing shape. Produced in 1960s. Glass in perfect condition. The vase looks like it has just been taken out of the box. No ja...

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass

Grey Stoneware Ceramic Table Lamp La Borne circa 1970 Unique Piece Signed
Grey Stoneware Ceramic Table Lamp La Borne circa 1970 Unique Piece Signed

Grey Stoneware Ceramic Table Lamp La Borne circa 1970 Unique Piece Signed

By La Borne Potters

Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR

La Borne potters Signed at the base Original stoneware ceramic table lamp Realised circa 1970 Electrical system is new Ceramic measures - height : 22 cm Large : 17 cm ...

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Made in Italy Sound Amplifier, GALAXY Acoustic Speaker in ceramic
Made in Italy Sound Amplifier, GALAXY Acoustic Speaker in ceramic

Made in Italy Sound Amplifier, GALAXY Acoustic Speaker in ceramic

By Mosche Bianche

Located in San Miniato PI, IT

Description This is an amplifier compatible with all smartphones in which the speaker is positioned at the bottom, near the microphone. It will allow you to increase the volume of y...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Ettore Sottsass Model 585 Oxblood Red Ceramic Vase, Il Sestante, Italy, 1961
Ettore Sottsass Model 585 Oxblood Red Ceramic Vase, Il Sestante, Italy, 1961

Ettore Sottsass Model 585 Oxblood Red Ceramic Vase, Il Sestante, Italy, 1961

By Ettore Sottsass

Located in Dronten, NL

An exceptional example of Ettore Sottsass’ early ceramic production, this striking vase—model 585—was designed in 1960 and realized circa 1961 by the Società Ceramica Toscana di Figl...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

19Thc Marbleized Stone Ware Piggy Bank
19Thc Marbleized Stone Ware Piggy Bank

19Thc Marbleized Stone Ware Piggy Bank

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a very early stone ware glazed piggy bank from New England. This is a handmade piggy bank in very good condition.

Category

1870s American Folk Art Antique Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Isak Isaksson Blue Ceramic Vase Crystalline Glaze Contemporary Artist
Isak Isaksson Blue Ceramic Vase Crystalline Glaze Contemporary Artist

Isak Isaksson Blue Ceramic Vase Crystalline Glaze Contemporary Artist

By Isak Isaksson

Located in Stockholm, SE

A lovely blue flattened round ceramic vase with a stunning crystalline glaze designed by Isak Isaksson in Sweden. The vase is 9.5 cm (3.8") tall and about 20 cm (8") wide and it is i...

Category

2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Splatter Scallop Dish in Terracotta and Cream
Splatter Scallop Dish in Terracotta and Cream

Splatter Scallop Dish in Terracotta and Cream

By Louise Roe (English)

Located in London, GB

You know we love a scallop at Sharland England, and our signature scallop dish is too pretty not to add to your collection! Fill it with trinkets, jewellery, olives – or to be honest...

Category

2010s Italian Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Antique and Vintage Ceramics for Sale: Shop Figurines, Vases and Scandinavian Pottery on 1stDibs

Whether you’re adding an eye-catching mid-century modern glazed stoneware bowl to your dining table or grouping a collection of decorative plates by color for the shelving in your living room, decorating and entertaining with antique and vintage ceramics is a great way to introduce provocative pops of colors and textures to a space or family meals.

Ceramics, which includes pottery such as earthenware and stoneware, has had meaningful functional value in civilizations all over the world for thousands of years. When people began to populate permanent settlements during the Neolithic era, which saw the rapid growth of agriculture and farming, clay-based ceramics were fired in underground kilns and played a greater role as important containers for dry goods, water, art objects and more.

Today, if an Art Deco floor vase, adorned in bright polychrome glazed colors with flowers and geometric patterns, isn’t your speed, maybe minimalist ceramics can help you design a room that’s both timeless and of the moment. Mixing and matching can invite conversation and bring spirited contrasts to your outdoor dining area. The natural-world details enameled on an Art Nouveau vase might pair well with the sleek simplicity of a modern serving bowl, for example.

In your kitchen, your cabinets are likely filled with ceramic dinner plates. You’re probably serving daily meals on stoneware dishes or durable sets of porcelain or bone china, while decorative ceramic dishes may be on display in your dining room. Perhaps you’ve anchored a group of smaller pottery pieces on your mantelpiece with some taller vases and vessels, or a console table in your living room is home to an earthenware bowl with a decorative seasonal collection of leaves, greenery and acorns.

Regardless of your tastes, however, it’s possible that ceramics are already in use all over your home and outdoor space. If not, why? Whatever your needs may be, find a wide range of antique and vintage ceramics on 1stDibs.