Earthenware Folk Art

A wonderful geometric patterned and designed hand painted and glazed Native American large earthenware jar/vase/pot made by the Shipibo-Conibo people, an indigenous people along the ...

A beautiful if not a little oddly strange Indigenous Native American Southwest Acoma Pueblo of New Mexico bowl featuring a wonderful hand painted beetle/bug/insect motif. The bowl...

This vintage large round faience plate, marked "H.F" and featuring a captivating Swiss landscape design, is a timeless piece of craftsmanship. Made in Italy, it combines artistic det...

A spectacular, rare and quite engaging early Chawan tea bowl by famed Japanese Hawaiian American pottery master Toshiko Takaezu. The fired bowl features a vibrant, shifting, thick, c...

A beautiful and quite engaging sumptuously glazed Chawan tea bowl by famed Japanese Hawaiian American pottery master Toshiko Takaezu. The fired bowl features a vast array of shifting...

A wonderful gem of a piece by famed American/California ceramicist Beatrice Wood featuring her highly coveted iridescent luster glaze and highly desi...

A wonderful gem of a piece by famed American/California ceramicist Beatrice Wood featuring her highly coveted, gorgeously radiant turquoise luster glaze. A beautiful design with a delicate long neck rising from a circular base. Classic and timeless. Signed by Beatrice in her customary "Beato" on the underside of the base (with noted inventory number). Would be an amazing addition to any Mid-Century Modern pottery collection or personal collectors of her work or a fabulous stand-alone accent piece in about any setting. One of the best Beatrice Wood's luster glaze vases we have come across in quite a while. Know famously in the art world as "The Mama of Dada", Wood lived a long (1893-1998) and very fruitful, creative life and is considered by many experts and collectors alike to have been a centerpiece in the modern ceramic art movement of the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s. At one point in her career, Wood studied with master potters Otto and Gertrud Natzler and later become famed in her own right for her distinct luster-glazing techniques. In 1994, the Smithsonian Institution named Wood an "Esteemed American Artist". Her other awards include: 1994 Governor’s Awards for the Arts (California) 1993 Recognition as A Role Model by Women in Film 1992 Gold Medal for Highest Achievement in Craftsmanship, American Craft Council 1988 Distinguished Service Award, Arizona State University 1987 Fellow of American Craft Council Women’s Art Caucus, National Award (NCECA Award) 1986 Women’s Building Award 1984 Living Treasure of California 1983 Symposium Award of the Institute for Ceramic History 1961 Goodwill Ambassador from USA...

This exquisite faience amulet is an Aegis featuring the head of Amun-Re. The god is seen here taking on the form of a ram, wearing a striated tripartite wig and sun disc fronted by ...

A wonderfully crafted and beautifully glazed bowl by renowned American California master potter Laura Andreson. This bowl features a deep, mesmerizing, rich purple/blue glaze. Gorgeo...

Set of Four 18th Century Blue and White Delft Tiles Framed in Custom Iron Frame. Wonderful piece to display.

A petite earthenware ceramic bowl. This small vessel will be a great addition to a coffee table used as a vase, or a side table as a trinket dish. We also love the idea of using it as a salt well...

For Padiusir, this Shabti figure displays a serene countenance, with finely delineated facial features and elegant proportions. He stands mummiform with arms crossed, holding two ag...

A fine, very large, 18th century English creamware pottery charger or wall plate. With a raised feather edge border. Simply a great antique English pottery...

A wonderfully crafted, hand painted Native American Navajo pottery black and white vase featuring images of the sun and various geometrical designs. Signed ("S. Begay") and dated ...

Another wonderfully glazed and delicately designed work by famed pottery masters Otto and Gertrud Natzler. This round-shaped, eggshell thin-walled footed bowl was hand thrown and formed by Gertrud and glazed by Otto with a beautiful dark blue or green glaze. The bowl radiates in the light. This work is sure to give aesthetic pleasure for years to come and would be an amazing addition to any Natzler or modern ceramic collection...

An amazing and unique piece by renowned American pottery and ceramic master Paul Soldner who in the 1950s was Peter Voulkos' first student and who later became famed for developing the technique now known as "American Raku...

Pedestal Jars Korea, Silla period (57 BCE – 935 CE). Set of 2 Varied forms. “Kobae”-type jars with tall, flared pedestal bases and openwork decoration. Grey stoneware with traces of...

A masterful work by famed potters Otto and Gertrud Natzler. This round-shaped footed bowl was wheel thrown and formed by Gertrud and glazed by...

A very rare early work featuring a dark chocolate brown glaze by master Mid-Century Modern ceramist/potter Glen Lukens whose work has become quite collectible and relatively scarce and difficult to find. The work is signed and dated (1924) by Lukens on the underside (we have only seen one other piece dated this early and that piece is in the Forrest Merrill Collection). Lukens was the founder of the University of Southern California (USC) Architectural School’s Ceramics Department where he helped establish and promote clay pottery as a universally acceptable art form. The current popularity of Studio Pottery and ceramics is widely accepted to have started with Lukens who is oft credited with being one of the first artists to raise the stature of Mid-Century Modern Studio Pottery within the art world. Lukens is famed for his experiments with various glazes and glazing techniques. His influence and glazes can be clearly seen in the works of Otto and Gertrud Natzler, Beatrice Wood, James Lovera, etc. He was also known for combining bright, colorful textile glazes (using natural, organic materials and elements he found in the Mojave Desert, Palm Springs, and Death Valley to make what he referred to as "California Colors") with the rough and raw clay surfaces of his often rudimentary forms and vessels. Lukens currently has an award in his name (Glen Lukens Award) at the University of Southern California's School of fine Arts. A very rare, unique, and truly special work This piece would be a tremendous stand-out addition to any collectors of Lukens' work or Mid-Century Modern ceramics collection or eye-catching accent piece in about any setting, modern or otherwise. A must-have. Lukens work can be found in various museum collections including: Arizona State University Art Museum, Tempe, Arizona Huntington Library...

A beautiful, quite colorful Indigenous Native American Southwest Acoma Pueblo of New Mexico bowl by Doris Concho Patricio (1944-2019) featuring a wonderful geometrical pattern and de...

A pre-Inca Chimu culture, pre Columbian vase in earth ware. This beautiful little vessel vase, was created in the northern Peruvian region by the Chimu culture between the 900 / 1...

Rare pre Hispanic Moche culture, pre-Inca earthenware vessel. A beautiful interesting piece, created in the southern Peru region around the 100-700 AD by the Moche culture. This rare early period...

A set of 1851-1898 Belgium majolica pitchers, pottery jugs with pewter top.White hand painted cherubs sitting in a painting impression and accesso...

Splendid polychrome majolica plate belonging to the Montelupo ceramic workshop. The enamel has also been applied to the rim, in an elegant aqua green, while the background is white d...

This contemporary azulejo tile forms a mosaic perfect for kitchen decorations or any exterior space. Made with the Talavera technique. Artist, Cesar Torres portraits the colonial art of Mexico, but this time with a contemporary touch. This wall decoration can be arranged to fit specific spaces or simply hanged as a painting on the wall. The Talavera is not just a simple painted ceramic: its exquisite decoration is the product of a delicate process of alchemy that translates into fine enamels. In Puebla, Mexico few people still produce using Talavera with the ancestral techniques. One of those few is Cesar Torres, Don Cesar learned his art in the workshop of the Uriarte family, an excellent workshop where his grandfather worked. In his creations he uses the black and white mud that is obtained from the nearby hills of Loreto and Guadalupe, and colors of mineral origin that he creates in his workshop with recipes from his grandfather. All the pieces are modeled in a traditional way and go through a production process that usually takes from one to two months, between drying, burning, and painting. Being surrounded by a living tradition, Cesar Torres Jr., learned from his father since childhood. Architect by profession, Cesar Jr. has come to revolutionize and modernize with new designs and ideas of the current world, nevertheless always respecting the tradition of the processes and materials that make Talavera a Creole art...

An extremely rare and wonderfully hand-painted monumentally large charger featuring a portrait of Queen Elizabeth - a quite unique and bold work by famed American/ California studio ...

A masterful early work by famed potters Otto and Gertrud Natzler. This round-shaped footed bowl was delicately hand thrown and formed by Gertrud and glazed by Otto with one of his famed early volcanic glazes. The bowl captures your attention from all angles. Rare and stunning. This work is sure to give aesthetic pleasure for years to come and would be an amazing addition to any Natzler or modern ceramic...

Another sublime work by famed pottery masters Otto and Gertrud Natzler. This round-shaped, eggshell thin-walled bowl was hand thrown and formed by Gertrud and glazed by Otto with a beautiful pearl green/blue glaze. The bowl radiates in the light. This work is sure to give aesthetic pleasure for years to come and would be an amazing addition to any Natzler or modern ceramic collection...

This contemporary Talavera azulejo tile creates a striking geometric mosaic that can be used as a kitchen backsplash, architectural wall surface, or decorative wall installation. Whe...

Elegant white and blue jar made with the authentic Talavera technique. Master artisan, Cesar Torres portraits the colonial art of Mexico. The Talavera is not just a simple painted ceramic: its exquisite decoration is the product of a delicate process of alchemy that translates into fine enamels. In Puebla, Mexico few people still produce using Talavera with the ancestral techniques. One of those few is Cesar Torres, Don Cesar...

Elegant surrealist sink lavabo made with the Talavera technique. Artist, Cesar Torres portraits the colonial art of Mexico. The Spanish colonial style sink is a perfect piece to bring personality and light to bathrooms and restrooms. Its warm colors bring light to the piece, creating a cozy effect in the atmosphere where it is placed. The Talavera is not just a simple painted ceramic: its exquisite decoration is the product of a delicate process of alchemy that translates into fine enamels. In Puebla, Mexico few people still produce using Talavera with the ancestral techniques.One of those few is Cesar Torres, Don Cesar...

A wonderfully designed work by famed American California Studio master ceramist Beatrice Wood featuring a gorgeous, dark, iridescent metallic volcanic lava crater luster (lustre) gla...

A unique and rare piece by influential Mid-Century Modern ceramist Glen Lukens whose work has become very collectible and relatively scarce and difficult to find. Lukens was the founder of the University of Southern California...

The Wiggly Wonder: Gilded Age Mocha Jug with Psychedelic Earthworm Stripes Get ready to obsess over this rare and historically charged piece of English Mocha Pottery! This charming ...

Another wonderfully glazed and delicately designed work by famed pottery masters Otto and Gertrud Natzler. This round-shaped, eggshell thin-wa...

An antique cocoon jar. Earthenware with hints of red color pigments. China, Han period (206 BCE - 220 CE).

Discover the elegance of 20th-century French design with this antique ceramic three-branch chandelier. Crafted in faience with a striking blue and black cracked glaze finish, it meas...

A beautiful earthenware vessel by Margaret Tafoya (1904-2001), a renowned master potter from the Santa Clara Pueblo. Margaret Tafoya's work is revered by collectors of Native America...

A wonderfully designed work by famed American California Studio master ceramist Beatrice Wood featuring a gorgeous, sumptuous, iridescent luster (lustre) volcanic lava crater glaze (...

A masterful work by famed potters Otto and Gertrud Natzler. This monumentally large round-shaped footed bowl was wheel thrown and formed by Ge...

18th Century polychrome Delft oil and vinegar stand in Imari flower decorations.

An amazing and unique piece by renowned American pottery and ceramic master Paul Soldner who in the 1950s was Peter Voulkos' first student and who later became famed for developing the technique now known as "American Raku" - a practice of using low temperature salt firing...

French decorative ceramic representing a horse under the moon Height Tiles glued on a wood board The faience is hand painted and hand made circa 1970 Good condition   L40 P1,5 ...

This delightful Italian faience decorative cauldron is a stunning piece with vibrant colors that add warmth and charm to any space. Crafted with attention to detail, it embodies the ...

Elegant white and blue plate made with the Talavera technique. Artist, Cesar Torres portraits the colonial art of Mexico. The Talavera is not just a simple painted ceramic: its exquisite decoration is the product of a delicate process of alchemy that translates into fine enamels. In Puebla, Mexico few people still produce using Talavera with the ancestral techniques. One of those few is Cesar Torres, Don Cesar learned his art in the workshop of the Uriarte family, an excellent workshop where his grandfather worked. In his creations he uses the black and white mud that is obtained from the nearby hills of Loreto and Guadalupe, and colors of mineral origin that he creates in his workshop with recipes from his grandfather. All the pieces are modeled in a traditional way and go through a production process that usually takes from one to two months, between drying, burning, and painting. Being surrounded by a living tradition, Cesar Torres Jr., learned from his father since childhood. Architect by profession, Cesar Jr. has come to revolutionize and modernize with new designs and ideas of the current world, nevertheless always respecting the tradition of the processes and materials that make Talavera a Creole art...

A jar, Silla period (57 BCE – 935 CE). Raised, wide foot with openwork decoration. Impressed decoration on the body. Ash glaze. Wear consistent with age. PROVENANCE Johanne Huitfeld...

Sizeable and decorative wall plates depicting wildlife in the mountains. These are not your average, transfer printed wall plaques or plates. These sizeable plates each come with a ...

A wonderful, absolute gem of a piece by famed American California studio ceramist Beatrice Wood featuring her highly desired gorgeous iridescent luster volcanic (crater) lava glaze. ...

Collectible Antique Desvres Faience Pot (France) Presenting a charming and authentic piece of French provincial ceramics: an antique Desvres Faience Olive Pot (Pot à Olive). Originat...

A pair of large antique Chinese polychrome ceramic attendants, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). Outstanding 500+ year old Sancai glazed earthenware pottery tomb figures, exceptionally executed figural form, exquisitely detailed, one holding a teapot, the other holding a charger, rising on rare sculptural plinth...

Circa 1800 Spanish Majolica Faience centerpiece bowl or charger. This charming collectible antique painted ceramic dish is decorated with a large rear facing bull and with polychrom...

Famed California Mid-Century Modern artist Beatrice wood signed bowl featuring her highly coveted deep ash blue iridescent lustre/luster glaze. In certain light, the glaze radiates as a purple hue in some areas. The glaze runs down the sides and gathers in areas underneath. This piece comes with an interesting history/ provenance. This piece came from Beatrice's personal collection. She was using it as a coin and key holder in her Ojai house which accounts for the cracks in the glaze. It was gifted to Maria Anderson who assisted Beatrice around her home. We considered having the work restored but because of its history feel that it offers more value to the next owner as shown. This was apparently the condition it was given in as Wood was famous for noting about her work that objects that are not quite perfect are simply that...perfect because of their imperfections. A very Wabi-Sabi view. Flawed Beauty. We love the piece and the history. Signed with her customary "Beato" on the underside. Would be an amazing addition to any collection of her work or a fabulous, eye-catching Stand-alone piece in any setting, Mid-Century Modern or otherwise. Know famously in the art world as "The Mama of Dada...

A wonderful work by famed pottery masters Otto and Gertrud Natzler. This large, round-shaped footed bowl was hand thrown and formed by Gertrud and glazed by Otto in shades of green and brown with light blue highlights on both the inside and outside. The bowl is clearly a statement piece. This piece is sure to give aesthetic pleasure for years to come and would be an amazing addition to any Natzler or modern ceramic collection...

Elegant white and blue sink lavabo made with the Talavera technique. Artist, Cesar Torres portraits the colonial art of Mexico. The Talavera is not just a simple painted ceramic: its exquisite decoration is the product of a delicate process of alchemy that translates into fine enamels. In Puebla, Mexico few people still produce using Talavera with the ancestral techniques. One of those few is Cesar Torres, Don Cesar...

Relief majolica ceramic in the style of Giovanni De Maio 45 available. Good condition. Thanks

Add a touch of French elegance to your collection with this exquisite Majolica green pumpkin gourd coin bank. Crafted in France, this antique decorative piece is both charming and fu...

This is a Dutch Wood Framed Mural Of “Azulejos” or White and Blue Tiles. It depicts three rows of tiles and each one consists of three different tiles...

A pro-columbian head. 3 ¾ inches wide by 3 inches deep by 2 ¼ inches tall

15th Century or Earlier Redware Tangas, Marajoara culture, Marajo Island, Brazil Tangas are thin concave triangular ceramic pubic covers found in burial mounds associated with fem...

Depiction of a Head, China. Han period (206 BCE - 220 CE). Earthenware with traces of cold painting in black and white. PROVENANCE Johanne Huitfeldt's (1932-2023) collection of Asia...