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Théodore deck (1823-1891), A Gourd Shape Enameled Faïence Vase, circa 1885
Théodore deck (1823-1891), A Gourd Shape Enameled Faïence Vase, circa 1885

Théodore deck (1823-1891), A Gourd Shape Enameled Faïence Vase, circa 1885

By Theodore Deck

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Théodore Deck (1823-1891) Gourd shape vase with a spherical body and straight neck Polychrome glazed earthenware designed on both sides with a bird, butterflies, a bee, and flowers o...

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1880s French Aesthetic Movement Antique Ceramics

Materials

Faience

Saint Jacques Hand-Painted Salad Plates - Set of 4 Made in Italy
Saint Jacques Hand-Painted Salad Plates - Set of 4 Made in Italy

Saint Jacques Hand-Painted Salad Plates - Set of 4 Made in Italy

By Les Ottomans

Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT

Enhance your summer entertaining with the elegant Ceramic Saint Jacques Plates. Expertly handcrafted and beautifully hand-painted in Italy, these plates feature distinctive scalloped...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Pierre Culot Ceramic Vase, circa 1970, Belgium.
Pierre Culot Ceramic Vase, circa 1970, Belgium.

Pierre Culot Ceramic Vase, circa 1970, Belgium.

By Pierre Culot

Located in Brussels, BE

Nice Pierre Culot Citroën model ceramic vase, circa 1970, Belgium. Delicate grey and beige/brown shades. Stamped C. Enamelled sandstone. Dimensions: 15 cm H, 14 cm W, 7 cm D. Good co...

Category

1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Vallauris Majolica Ceramic Large Wall Plate Trompe L'oeil Seafood Motif
Vallauris Majolica Ceramic Large Wall Plate Trompe L'oeil Seafood Motif

Vallauris Majolica Ceramic Large Wall Plate Trompe L'oeil Seafood Motif

By Vallauris

Located in Barcelona, ES

Eye-catching Majolica glazed ceramic trompe l'oeil plate attributed to Vallauris. France, 1960s. This large plate has a black background and a colorful trompe l'oeil decoration comp...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Majolica, Pottery, Ceramic

English Majolica Basket Mottled Green Cobalt Handle Lavender Interior, ca. 1875
English Majolica Basket Mottled Green Cobalt Handle Lavender Interior, ca. 1875

English Majolica Basket Mottled Green Cobalt Handle Lavender Interior, ca. 1875

Located in Banner Elk, NC

English Majolica basket with mottled green basketweave, a cobalt blue handle, and lavender interior, ca. 1875, Measures: W 6 x H 4 x D 1.5 inches For 30 years we have been among th...

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Ceramics

Materials

Majolica

Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Bowl, Hand-Crafted, Glazed, USA, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Bowl, Hand-Crafted, Glazed, USA, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Bowl, Hand-Crafted, Glazed, USA, 1960s

By Vallauris

Located in Miami, FL

Mid-Century American Studio Pottery Oval Bowl, Signed Woodstock, NY, Abstract Glazed Ceramic, Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Bowl, Hand-Crafted, Glazed, USA, 1960s A compelling mid-cent...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Radicchio Hand-Painted Ceramic Aperitivo Bowl, Made in Italy
Radicchio Hand-Painted Ceramic Aperitivo Bowl, Made in Italy

Radicchio Hand-Painted Ceramic Aperitivo Bowl, Made in Italy

By Bertrando Di Renzo

Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT

Bring the beauty of the garden to your home with our hand-painted radicchio-style bowl in a pink hue. Perfect for serving with aperivito tableware, this plate adds a touch of natural elegance and artistic charm to any space. Whether adorning your dining table or displayed as a decorative piece, it captures the essence of nature with timeless sophistication. 100% Ceramic Handmade and Hand-Painted in Italy...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern 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 ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Pottery, Terracotta, Ceramic

Antique 19th Century Earthenware Jug, Yellow/Green Glaze, Italy, Circa 1850-1900
Antique 19th Century Earthenware Jug, Yellow/Green Glaze, Italy, Circa 1850-1900

Antique 19th Century Earthenware Jug, Yellow/Green Glaze, Italy, Circa 1850-1900

Located in Buisson, FR

Great authentic piece of pottery from Italy. Unique and rare glaze. Beautiful weathered. Chips and imperfections help authenticate this jug/ jar as it was a utilitarian type piece, I...

Category

19th Century Italian Rustic Antique Ceramics

Materials

Earthenware

19th Century George Jones Majolica Grapevine Plate
19th Century George Jones Majolica Grapevine Plate

19th Century George Jones Majolica Grapevine Plate

By George Jones

Located in Winter Park, FL

A 19th century English George Jones Majolica glazed ceramic plate with grapevine pattern in green and brown, center medallion and ochre banded rim. Mottled color on reverse side with...

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Ceramics

Materials

Majolica

Spanish Vintage Terracotta Bowl
Spanish Vintage Terracotta Bowl

Spanish Vintage Terracotta Bowl

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

Spanish terracotta mixing bowl (like the French “tian” of similar form) circa 1920 glazed in a burnt umber with contrasting, abstract/floral design rising up from the center in butte...

Category

20th Century Spanish Other Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Terracotta

Metallic Bronze Handbuilt Wabi-Sabi Ceramic Vase Large
Metallic Bronze Handbuilt Wabi-Sabi Ceramic Vase Large

Metallic Bronze Handbuilt Wabi-Sabi Ceramic Vase Large

By MONDAYS

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Hand-built shallow vase. Wabi Sabi and minimalist yet striking, perfect for a single dramatic stem or a small bouquet. Available in Golden bronze or matte white on dark clay. Approxi...

Category

2010s American Organic Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Midcentury Grey and Brown Sculpture Ceramic Vase by Solange Garotte La Borne
Midcentury Grey and Brown Sculpture Ceramic Vase by Solange Garotte La Borne

Midcentury Grey and Brown Sculpture Ceramic Vase by Solange Garotte La Borne

Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR

Solange Garotte (1950-1987) Original stoneware ceramic sculpture vase by Solange Garotte Realised in La Borne, circa 1975 Grey and brown stoneware ceramic color Original ...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Early 20th Century Spongeware Mixing Bowl
Early 20th Century Spongeware Mixing Bowl

Early 20th Century Spongeware Mixing Bowl

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This early 20th century spongeware comes out of a rare set and is in excellent condition. This item has minor wear consistent with its age.

Category

Early 20th Century American Country Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Rounded Vase by Patrick Nordström for Royal Copenhagen
Rounded Vase by Patrick Nordström for Royal Copenhagen

Rounded Vase by Patrick Nordström for Royal Copenhagen

By Patrick Nordstrom

Located in San Francisco, CA

Rounded vase with greenish flecked glaze. Made during Nordström's time at the Danish factory. Signed PN with Royal Copenhagen wave mark and 1920 date on base.

Category

1950s Swedish Modern Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Georgian Mason's Ironstone Dinner Plate in Chinese Dragon Ptn, circa 1818
Georgian Mason's Ironstone Dinner Plate in Chinese Dragon Ptn, circa 1818

Georgian Mason's Ironstone Dinner Plate in Chinese Dragon Ptn, circa 1818

By Mason's Ironstone

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is an early Mason's ironstone pottery Dinner Plate in the rare blue and white Chinese Dragon pattern, circa 1818. The plate is circular with a notched indented rim. This plate is decorated in one of the rare patterns called "Chinese Dragon" as documented on page 116 of "A Guide to Mason's Patent Ironstone Patterns, c 1813 to c 1848," published by The Masons Collectors' Club. The pattern is transfer printed under-glaze in different shades of Cobalt Blue. The base of the plate has a large crown blue...

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Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ironstone

Large Midcentury Ceramic Vase Orange Signed Ferre Sega Mizal
Large Midcentury Ceramic Vase Orange Signed Ferre Sega Mizal

Large Midcentury Ceramic Vase Orange Signed Ferre Sega Mizal

Located in Miami, FL

A stunning glazed ceramic vase in mid-20th Century striking orange and black tones. Wonderfully hand-crafted design. Signed Ferre Sega Mizal Glazed finish and lighting when photogr...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Italian Majolica Fruits Finial Topiary
Mid-Century Italian Majolica Fruits Finial Topiary

Mid-Century Italian Majolica Fruits Finial Topiary

Located in Austin, TX

Mid-Century Italian Majolica Fruits Finial Topiary.

Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

J. T. Abernathy Ceramic Mug
J. T. Abernathy Ceramic Mug

J. T. Abernathy Ceramic Mug

Located in Fraser, MI

Please feel free to reach out for efficient shipping quote to your zip. J. T. Abernathy ceramic mug. Matt stone-color background with charcoal and cobalt abstract expressionist glaz...

Category

1970s Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Brown Stoneware Vase by Swedish Ceramist Claes Thell, 1977
Brown Stoneware Vase by Swedish Ceramist Claes Thell, 1977

Brown Stoneware Vase by Swedish Ceramist Claes Thell, 1977

By Claes Thell

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Made by Claes Thell, in the artist's studio, Höganäs, Sweden, 1977. Excellent condition. Signed Thell '77. Claes Thell is a Swedish ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Blue & White Platter 
“Thomas Walker” Simla Pattern Transferware
Blue & White Platter 
“Thomas Walker” Simla Pattern Transferware

Blue & White Platter “Thomas Walker” Simla Pattern Transferware

Located in Huntington, NY

Blue & White Platter “Thomas Walker” Simla Pattern Transferware Beautiful platter and great condition no cracks or significant chips or losses

Category

1850s English Chinoiserie Antique Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Ironstone

French Green Glazed Terracotta Pottery Vase or Cache Pot
French Green Glazed Terracotta Pottery Vase or Cache Pot

French Green Glazed Terracotta Pottery Vase or Cache Pot

Located in Winter Park, FL

A terracotta earthenware pot from the Southwest of France with mottled green glaze. Minor chips and some rough unglazed patches. These ordinary earthenware vessels were once used dai...

Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Ceramics

Materials

Terracotta

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...

Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Set of 4 Furnivals England Cups & Saucers Red Denmark Pattern
Vintage Set of 4 Furnivals England Cups & Saucers Red Denmark Pattern

Vintage Set of 4 Furnivals England Cups & Saucers Red Denmark Pattern

By Furnivals

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Set of vintage 4 tea or coffee cups and 4 saucers is decorated in the Denmark pattern in the unusual red or pink colorway. Usually the Denmark pattern is synonymous with blue and whi...

Category

20th Century English Scandinavian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Italian Porcelain Anatomica the Hand, 1990s Human Being Decoration by Vito Nesta
Italian Porcelain Anatomica the Hand, 1990s Human Being Decoration by Vito Nesta

Italian Porcelain Anatomica the Hand, 1990s Human Being Decoration by Vito Nesta

By Vito Nesta

Located in Milano, Lombardia

This striking sculpture is part of the Anatomica series by Vito Nesta, featuring decorative objects with simple and essential anatomical shapes characterized by bold, contrasting col...

Category

2010s Italian Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Eight Small Porcelain Mugs, Friars, Various Measures, Italian and German
Eight Small Porcelain Mugs, Friars, Various Measures, Italian and German

Eight Small Porcelain Mugs, Friars, Various Measures, Italian and German

Located in Roma, IT

Eight small porcelain mugs. Friars. Various measures, Italian and German. A piece has some chipping The largest piece is 19 cm tall, the smallest 6 cm.

Category

20th Century European Other Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Majolica Ceramic Blue Fish Plates and Platter Serving Set, 1960
Majolica Ceramic Blue Fish Plates and Platter Serving Set, 1960

Majolica Ceramic Blue Fish Plates and Platter Serving Set, 1960

Located in Barcelona, ES

Eye-catching set of 6 small fish plates and a large fish tray in blue and grey glazed ceramic, Spain, 1960s. This Midcentury ceramics serving set can be used to serve desserts, salad...

Category

20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Saint Jacques Hand-Painted Dinner Plates - Set of 4 Made in Italy
Saint Jacques Hand-Painted Dinner Plates - Set of 4 Made in Italy

Saint Jacques Hand-Painted Dinner Plates - Set of 4 Made in Italy

By Bertrando Di Renzo

Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT

Enhance your summer entertaining with the elegant Ceramic Saint Jacques Plates. Expertly handcrafted and beautifully hand-painted in Italy, these plates feature distinctive scalloped...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Saint Jacques Hand-Painted Ceramic Tray Made in Italy
Saint Jacques Hand-Painted Ceramic Tray Made in Italy

Saint Jacques Hand-Painted Ceramic Tray Made in Italy

By Bertrando Di Renzo

Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT

Enhance your summer entertaining with the elegant Ceramic Saint Jacques Platter. Expertly handcrafted and beautifully hand-painted in Italy, this platter feature distinctive scallope...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Brown and Black Stoneware Ceramic Vase Signed circa 1960 handmade Pottery
Brown and Black Stoneware Ceramic Vase Signed circa 1960 handmade Pottery

Brown and Black Stoneware Ceramic Vase Signed circa 1960 handmade Pottery

By La Borne Potters

Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR

Signed at the base Original stoneware ceramic vase by French artist GB Midcentury ceramic vase design Brown and black stoneware ceramic glazes colors and effects Original...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Mid Century Vintage Slim Orange and Blue Decorative Glass Vases, Europe, 1960s
Mid Century Vintage Slim Orange and Blue Decorative Glass Vases, Europe, 1960s

Mid Century Vintage Slim Orange and Blue Decorative Glass Vases, 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. Here set of Two vases is available.

Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass

18th Century Chinese Porcelain Dish Blue and White Hand Painted, Qing Qianlong
18th Century Chinese Porcelain Dish Blue and White Hand Painted, Qing Qianlong

18th Century Chinese Porcelain Dish Blue and White Hand Painted, Qing Qianlong

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a beautifully hand-painted Chinese porcelain Dish, dating to the middle of the 18th century, Qing, Qianlong period, circa 1750. The dish is circular, well potted, with rib...

Category

Mid-18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Handcrafted Turkish Ceramic Bowl & Serving Plate Set, Blue Floral Iznik Plate
Handcrafted Turkish Ceramic Bowl & Serving Plate Set, Blue Floral Iznik Plate

Handcrafted Turkish Ceramic Bowl & Serving Plate Set, Blue Floral Iznik Plate

Located in Wembley, GB

A set of a bowl and plate, Handcrafted Turkish Ceramic Bowl & Serving Plate Set, Blue Floral Iznik-Style Pottery, 30 cm Decorative Wall Plate and Serving Bowl – Mediterranean Home Dé...

Category

1980s Turkish Art Deco Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Glass, Ash

Midcentury Vintage Yellow Crystal Glass Sugar Bowl, Italy, 1960s
Midcentury Vintage Yellow Crystal Glass Sugar Bowl, Italy, 1960s

Midcentury Vintage Yellow Crystal Glass Sugar Bowl, Italy, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

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

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Crystal

Contemporary 'Balloon Vase 04 Petit' by Louise Roe, Sky Blue
Contemporary 'Balloon Vase 04 Petit' by Louise Roe, Sky Blue

Contemporary 'Balloon Vase 04 Petit' by Louise Roe, Sky Blue

By Louise Roe

Located in Paris, IDF

Balloon vase 04 petit sky blue Handmade ceramic vase made by Danish artist Louise Roe. Measure: Ø6-12 / H18 cm Sculptural object with clouds shape. About the artist: LOUI...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Grey and White Stoneware Ceramic Covered Pot or Box by Anne Kjaersgaard La Borne
Grey and White Stoneware Ceramic Covered Pot or Box by Anne Kjaersgaard La Borne

Grey and White Stoneware Ceramic Covered Pot or Box by Anne Kjaersgaard La Borne

By Anne Kjaersgaard

Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR

Anne Kjaersgaard Realised in la Borne circa 1960 Original stoneware ceramic covered pot or box Signed under the base with black pigment Original perfect condition Heig...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Wilhelm Kage Vase ‘Argenta’ for Gustavsberg Sweden 1935 Signed
Wilhelm Kage Vase ‘Argenta’ for Gustavsberg Sweden 1935 Signed

Wilhelm Kage Vase ‘Argenta’ for Gustavsberg Sweden 1935 Signed

By Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg

Located in Paris, IDF

Wilhelm Kåge, an 'Argenta' vase, Gustavsberg. Sweden 1940s. Green glaze with silver decoration of a seahorse with rider. Signed Gustavsberg Argenta 978 IV EGY Made in Sweden. Height ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Silver

Bjorn Wiinblad Decorated Vase For Rosenthal
Bjorn Wiinblad Decorated Vase For Rosenthal

Bjorn Wiinblad Decorated Vase For Rosenthal

Located in Essex, MA

Nicely decorated with cobalt blues from the 1001 nights series. Signed in gold on side and marked on base.

Category

1970s German Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

A George Jones Majolica Tureen with Recumbent Doe, English, ca. 1875
A George Jones Majolica Tureen with Recumbent Doe, English, ca. 1875

A George Jones Majolica Tureen with Recumbent Doe, English, ca. 1875

By George Jones

Located in Banner Elk, NC

A George Jones Majolica Game Pie Tureen, the cover formed as a domed rustic mound with green glazed ferns and grasses, surmounted by a naturalistically molded and glazed recumbent do...

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Ceramics

Materials

Majolica

Ceramic tile by Gio Ponti for Richard Ginori 1960s with frame
Ceramic tile by Gio Ponti for Richard Ginori 1960s with frame

Ceramic tile by Gio Ponti for Richard Ginori 1960s with frame

By Gio Ponti, Richard Ginori

Located in taranto, IT

very rare ceramic tile , produced by Richard Ginori in 1965, designed by Gio Ponti. Published in the most important books concerning postwar Italian Ceramic production, displayed in ...

Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Aluminum

Midcentury Bitossi Vase by Aldo Londi
Midcentury Bitossi Vase by Aldo Londi

Midcentury Bitossi Vase by Aldo Londi

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in Waddinxveen, ZH

Midcentury pattern Vetrata vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Italy. Black and blue on a brushed background.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Rare “Rimini Blu” Ceramic Fish by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1970s
Rare “Rimini Blu” Ceramic Fish by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1970s

Rare “Rimini Blu” Ceramic Fish by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1970s

By Bitossi, Aldo Londi

Located in Brescia, Brescia

A truly exceptional and rare example of Aldo Londi’s work for Bitossi Ceramiche, this sculptural ceramic fish belongs to the iconic “Rimini Blu” collection, designed and produced in ...

Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Scandinavian Modern Berndt Friberg Blue Stoneware Vase, Gustavsberg
Scandinavian Modern Berndt Friberg Blue Stoneware Vase, Gustavsberg

Scandinavian Modern Berndt Friberg Blue Stoneware Vase, Gustavsberg

By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg

Located in Stockholm, SE

A lovely blue vase designed by Berndt Friberg at Gustavsberg in Stockholm, the vase is 16.5 cm high with a lovely harfur glase. It ´s marked as on picture and was made in 1958. It is...

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Mini Midcentury Red Green and Blue Empoli Vase for Perfume, Italy, 1960s
Mini Midcentury Red Green and Blue Empoli Vase for Perfume, Italy, 1960s

Mini Midcentury Red Green and Blue Empoli Vase for Perfume, Italy, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Unique Empoli small Vase. 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

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.