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Vintage 1950’s Franciscan Ivy Pattern Dinnerware
Vintage 1950’s Franciscan Ivy Pattern Dinnerware

Vintage 1950’s Franciscan Ivy Pattern Dinnerware

By Franciscan China 1

Located in New Orleans, LA

This is a set of four luncheon plates, 9.5”, five cups and saucers, 6.25”, and three bread and butter plates, 6.5”. Created in California by Franciscan. This set is called "Ivy". wit...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

Italian Ulisse Pagliari Midcentury Ceramic Panel Wall Tray 1964
Italian Ulisse Pagliari Midcentury Ceramic Panel Wall Tray 1964

Italian Ulisse Pagliari Midcentury Ceramic Panel Wall Tray 1964

By Ulisse Pagliari

Located in Reggio Emilia, IT

Italian midcentury modern design very large decorative ceramic wall tray designed by the Italian artist Ulisse Pagliari, background with rough workmanship de...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Ulsnes Keramik Handmade Stoneware Pitcher, Scandinavian Modern, 1980s
Ulsnes Keramik Handmade Stoneware Pitcher, Scandinavian Modern, 1980s

Ulsnes Keramik Handmade Stoneware Pitcher, Scandinavian Modern, 1980s

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Handmade stoneware pitcher made by Ulsnes Keramik on the small Danish island of Langeland in the 1980s. Warm caramel brown glaze with hand-carved organic swirling pattern on one side...

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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Pottery, Clay, Ceramic, Stoneware

PAIR Masons Ironstone Side Plates in Rare Muscove Duck Pattern, circa 1825
PAIR Masons Ironstone Side Plates in Rare Muscove Duck Pattern, circa 1825

PAIR Masons Ironstone Side Plates in Rare Muscove Duck Pattern, circa 1825

By Mason's Ironstone

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a beautifully hand painted PAIR of Side or Desert Plates in the rare Muscove Duck pattern by Mason's Ironstone, Lane Delph, England, dating to circa 1825. The pieces are wel...

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Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ironstone

Ken Edwards Set of 4 Vintage Sun Face Coasters Tonala Mexico Art Pottery, Set 2
Ken Edwards Set of 4 Vintage Sun Face Coasters Tonala Mexico Art Pottery, Set 2

Ken Edwards Set of 4 Vintage Sun Face Coasters Tonala Mexico Art Pottery, Set 2

By Ken Edwards, Tonala Pottery

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Set of 4 vintage coasters is hand painted with Sun Face decor; each face is unique, with its own expression. Minimal color palette enhances the subtle variations between the pieces. We have 2 sets of coasters at the time of the listing; the decision was made to list them separately (set 1 and set 2) due to uniqueness of the facial art. The coasters are clearly signed by the artist on the bottom. Ken Edwards was born in the USA, educated in the Arts in Kansas City, Missouri and studied his art in Japan. In the 1960's Ken Edwards migrated to the crafts village of Tonala, in Central Mexico, where he and Jorge...

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Folk Art Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Marbre Mug in Blue - NEW
Marbre Mug in Blue - NEW

Marbre Mug in Blue - NEW

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

Brown Fish Glass Decanter and Glasses, 20th Century, Europe, 1960s
Brown Fish Glass Decanter and Glasses, 20th Century, Europe, 1960s

Brown Fish Glass Decanter and Glasses, 20th Century, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Amazing set of fishes in brown color, made by one of the glass manufacture based in Poland. Would make a great addition to every collection! Very good original vintage condition. Abs...

Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

French Majolica Wire Basket Gien circa 1890
French Majolica Wire Basket Gien circa 1890

French Majolica Wire Basket Gien circa 1890

By Gien

Located in Austin, TX

French Majolica wire basket Gien circa 1890. Chinoiserie scene with pagoda.

Category

1890s French Chinoiserie Antique Ceramics

Materials

Wire

Pablo Picasso, Visage noir (Black Face Pitcher), Madoura, 1953
Pablo Picasso, Visage noir (Black Face Pitcher), Madoura, 1953

Pablo Picasso, Visage noir (Black Face Pitcher), Madoura, 1953

By Pablo Picasso

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pablo Picasso, Visage noir (Black Face Pitcher), Madoura, 1953 Ramié 191 Edition of 300 Vallauris, France Earthenware pitcher painted in black on white glaze Dimensions: 5.5 in. H ×...

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Mid-20th Century French Modern Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

28 piece Antique 8 Person Afternoon Tea & Tiffin Set, English Ceramic, Victorian
28 piece Antique 8 Person Afternoon Tea & Tiffin Set, English Ceramic, Victorian

28 piece Antique 8 Person Afternoon Tea & Tiffin Set, English Ceramic, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique 8 person afternoon tea and tiffin service. An English, 28 piece ceramic cup, saucer, cake plate and sugar bowl set, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1895...

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1890s British Late Victorian Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

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

Majolica Clog & Bird Massier, circa 1890
Majolica Clog & Bird Massier, circa 1890

Majolica Clog & Bird Massier, circa 1890

By Delphin Massier

Located in Austin, TX

Charming Majolica pink clog with a bird Delphin Massier circa 1890. H / 3.5 inches , L / 7 inches. The Massier family produced different pieces with birds in a very creative style in...

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1890s French Country Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Small Mid Century Empoli Vase for Candy or Jewelry Box, Italy, 1960s
Small Mid Century Empoli Vase for Candy or Jewelry Box, Italy, 1960s

Small Mid Century Empoli Vase for Candy or Jewelry Box, Italy, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Unique Empoli vase box for candies or jewelry box. Very good original vintage condition. Only one unique piece. Produced in 1960s in Italy.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass

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

Antique Antique Terracotta Incense Burner
Antique Antique Terracotta Incense Burner

Antique Antique Terracotta Incense Burner

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Antique terracotta insensario, incense burner, with three legs. Older repair, stunning patina.

Category

19th Century Guatemalan Rustic Antique Ceramics

Materials

Terracotta

Country Style Pottery Dish Hand-Painted Sofina Boutique Kitzbühel Austria
Country Style Pottery Dish Hand-Painted Sofina Boutique Kitzbühel Austria

Country Style Pottery Dish Hand-Painted Sofina Boutique Kitzbühel Austria

By Sofina Boutique Kitzbühel

Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol

Large hands-free painted pottery dish in country style. Decorated with a handpainted green pomegranate decor in the center with butterflies and a hands-free painted garlande . The garlande can be ordered in different colors. Produced and handsfree painted in Austria in the typical and traditional Austrian country style. The shape of the dish is a very old traditional Austrian form. Used in farmhouses for hundreds of years. Perfect for salad, fruit or only as a decor object...

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2010s Austrian Country Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 7 German Majolica Grapes Dishes & Platter Circa 1900
Set of 7 German Majolica Grapes Dishes & Platter Circa 1900

Set of 7 German Majolica Grapes Dishes & Platter Circa 1900

Located in Austin, TX

Set of 7 German Majolica Grapes Dishes & Platter Circa 1900. 6 small plates 7 by 6 inches. 1 platter 10 by 8.7 inches.

Category

Early 1900s German Country Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Italian Creamware Oval Centerpiece Basket with Mixed Fruit Top (Two Available)
Italian Creamware Oval Centerpiece Basket with Mixed Fruit Top (Two Available)

Italian Creamware Oval Centerpiece Basket with Mixed Fruit Top (Two Available)

Located in Austin, TX

A fine large Italian cream-ware or white glazed ceramic 'bowl of fruit' basket or centerpiece with mixed fruit topiary top - featuring a relief of mixed fruits around the circumferen...

Category

20th Century Italian Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery

Mid Century Vintage Small Porcelain Ceramic Vase, Lubiana, Europe, 1960s
Mid Century Vintage Small Porcelain Ceramic Vase, Lubiana, Europe, 1960s

Mid Century Vintage Small Porcelain Ceramic Vase, Lubiana, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Vintage glass in good condition. Only one unique piece. Another items from the collection are available in our store. Porcelain glass. Lubiana factory.

Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Glass

Mid Century Vintage Dark Red Vase, Europe, 1980s
Mid Century Vintage Dark Red Vase, Europe, 1980s

Mid Century Vintage Dark Red Vase, Europe, 1980s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Vase - designed by Jerzy SŁUCZAN-ORKUSZ (1924-2002) Vintage glass in very good condition. The vase looks like it has just been taken out of the box. No jags, defects etc. Only one u...

Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass

Early Mason's Ironstone Dinner Plate Flying Bird Ptn Retailers mark, circa 1825
Early Mason's Ironstone Dinner Plate Flying Bird Ptn Retailers mark, circa 1825

Early Mason's Ironstone Dinner Plate Flying Bird Ptn Retailers mark, circa 1825

By Mason's Ironstone

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a late Georgian Ironstone dinner plate in the distinctive flying bird pattern, made by Mason's of Lane Delph, Staffordshire, England, during the early 19th century, circa 182...

Category

Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ironstone

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

Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Chocolate Saucer
Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Chocolate Saucer

Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Chocolate Saucer

By Roger Capron

Located in Stratford, CT

White glaze called "engobe" is a unique coating used only in Vallauris (France). This piece was enameled in black, which suited the melted chocolate it was meant to contain. Roger C...

Category

20th Century French 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

Ceramic plates by Jean Lurçat, Sant-Viçens, France, 1960s
Ceramic plates by Jean Lurçat, Sant-Viçens, France, 1960s

Ceramic plates by Jean Lurçat, Sant-Viçens, France, 1960s

By Jean Lurçat, Sant Vicens

Located in Paris, FR

General characteristics: Type of object: Decorative dish or presentation plate. Artist: Jean Lurçat (1892-1966), French artist known for his tapestries, ceramics and posters. Manufa...

Category

20th Century French Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Michelin Man Tile Set, Ceramic, Mid-Century, Spain, 1960
Vintage Michelin Man Tile Set, Ceramic, Mid-Century, Spain, 1960

Vintage Michelin Man Tile Set, Ceramic, Mid-Century, Spain, 1960

Located in Barcelona, ES

Embark on a journey of vintage charm with this exceptional set of tiles, featuring the iconic Michelin Man in a vibrant blue centerpiece, surrounded by original yellow tiles. Crafted...

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1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

A George Jones Majolica Game Tureen with a Quail and Her Chicks, English, 1874
A George Jones Majolica Game Tureen with a Quail and Her Chicks, English, 1874

A George Jones Majolica Game Tureen with a Quail and Her Chicks, English, 1874

By George Jones

Located in Banner Elk, NC

A George Jones Majolica Game Tureen, the base with relief molded rabbits among ferns and grasses on both sides, with oak leaves, acorns, and ivy encircling all around the mossy branc...

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Ceramics

Materials

Majolica

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...

Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass

Splatter Vase, Regular, ceramic, greek urn inspired, Tan & Ivory
Splatter Vase, Regular, ceramic, greek urn inspired, Tan & Ivory

Splatter Vase, Regular, ceramic, greek urn inspired, Tan & Ivory

By Louise Roe (English)

Located in London, GB

A standout centrepiece, the Verona vase is handmade in Italy. Our design comes in four colourways: pink & blue, tan & ivory, yellow & verde and terracotta & cream. Height: 20cm Hei...

Category

2010s Italian Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

URIARTE TALAVERA - Hand Painted Pottery Plate - Mexico - Late 20th Century
URIARTE TALAVERA - Hand Painted Pottery Plate - Mexico - Late 20th Century

URIARTE TALAVERA - Hand Painted Pottery Plate - Mexico - Late 20th Century

URIARTE TALAVERA - Vintage Talavera folk art glazed ceramic plate - medium size - hand made - featuring a central hand painted stylized design within an elaborate border - signed on ...

Category

Late 20th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Terracotta

Chinese Kangxi Period Imari large Dish, Hand-Painted Porcelain, Circa 1710
Chinese Kangxi Period Imari large Dish, Hand-Painted Porcelain, Circa 1710

Chinese Kangxi Period Imari large Dish, Hand-Painted Porcelain, Circa 1710

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a very beautifully hand painted Chinese Imari porcelain very large Dish or Plate / Platter from the Qing, Kangxi period, 1662-1722, dating to Circa 1710. Very large diameter...

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Late 17th Century Chinese Qing Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Majolica Strawberries Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1870
Majolica Strawberries Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1870

Majolica Strawberries Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1870

By Sarreguemines

Located in Austin, TX

Majolica strawberries plate signed Sarreguemines Majolica, circa 1870. 8 plates are available.  

Category

1870s French Victorian Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Majolica Oyster Platter Longchamp, circa 1890
Majolica Oyster Platter Longchamp, circa 1890

Majolica Oyster Platter Longchamp, circa 1890

By Longchamp

Located in Austin, TX

Majolica 9 shells platter signed Longchamp, circa 1890. Reference / Page 142 "Collecting Oysters Plates" of J. B. Snyder.

Category

1890s French French Provincial Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Old Paris Porcelain Coffee Can Floral Sprigs polychrome, French Ca 1795
Old Paris Porcelain Coffee Can Floral Sprigs polychrome, French Ca 1795

Old Paris Porcelain Coffee Can Floral Sprigs polychrome, French Ca 1795

By Paris Studio

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a very beautiful porcelain coffee can with hand painted scenes of floral sprigs, made by Old Paris maker, France, dating to the late 18th century, circa 1795. The coffee can...

Category

Late 18th Century French Georgian Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Midcentury Vintage Small Red Decorative Glass Vase, Europe, 1960s
Midcentury Vintage Small Red Decorative Glass Vase, Europe, 1960s

Midcentury Vintage Small Red Decorative Glass Vase, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Vintage glass in very good condition. The vase looks like it has just been taken out of the box. No jags, defects etc. Only one unique piece.

Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass

Mid Century Vintage Blue Dots Small Murano Vase, Italy, 1960s
Mid Century Vintage Blue Dots Small Murano Vase, Italy, 1960s

Mid Century Vintage Blue Dots Small Murano Vase, Italy, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Vintage glass in very good condition. The vase looks like it has just been taken out of the box. No jags, defects etc. Only one unique piece. Murano glass.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass

Violet Purple Glass Vase, 20th Century, Italy, 1960s
Violet Purple Glass Vase, 20th Century, Italy, 1960s

Violet Purple Glass Vase, 20th Century, Italy, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

A stunning purple small vase 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. Would ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass

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

Bruno Karlsson, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Studio Ego, Sweden, 1960s
Bruno Karlsson, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Studio Ego, Sweden, 1960s

Bruno Karlsson, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Studio Ego, Sweden, 1960s

By Bruno Karlsson

Located in High Point, NC

A brown-glazed stoneware table lamp designed by Bruno Karlsson and produced by Ego Stengods, Sweden, c. 1960s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 10.8125” Height x 5.0625” Diameter Dimen...

Category

1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

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.

Category

19th Century English Rustic Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

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...

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Midcentury Big Cheetah Hand Painted Terracotta Ceramic Sculpture, Italy, 1960s
Midcentury Big Cheetah Hand Painted Terracotta Ceramic Sculpture, Italy, 1960s

Midcentury Big Cheetah Hand Painted Terracotta Ceramic Sculpture, Italy, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Beautiful Cheetah - Italian ceramic, perfect condition, produced in 1960s. We have also another big cats for sale, check our products. Only one unique piece available. Signed "made i...

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Terracotta

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

Contemporary Organic Modern Moroccan Handmade Brown 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...

Category

2010s Moroccan Organic Modern Ceramics

Materials

Clay, Earthenware

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

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...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass

Lisa Larson, Moose / Elk Ceramic Sculpture, Gustavsbergs Studio, Sweden
Lisa Larson, Moose / Elk Ceramic Sculpture, Gustavsbergs Studio, Sweden

Lisa Larson, Moose / Elk Ceramic Sculpture, Gustavsbergs Studio, Sweden

By Gustavsberg

Located in Stockholm, SE

A sculpture by Lisa Larson at Gustavsbergs Studio, Sweden in the late 20th century. The Elk sculpture is 26 cm (10.4") high and 23 x 8 cm (9.2" x 3.2") long and in excellent conditio...

Category

Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern 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.