Mid-Century Studio Pottery Pitcher Vase by Jaap Ravelli, 1940s

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Jaap Ravelli mid century studio pottery pitcher vase. The Netherlands, mid 20th century. Very distinct and special pottery pitcher vase … Read more Jaap Ravelli mid century studio pottery pitcher vase. The Netherlands, mid 20th century. Very distinct and special pottery pitcher vase by renowned pottery artist Jaap Ravelli from Holland. Interesting shape and a beautiful sculptural and quintessential mid-century appearance. Beautiful details like the two sculpted handles and the poetic shaped nozzle at the top. Thick and rough surface which is very tactile. A true collector’s piece which will be a great addition to any wonderful collection of studio pottery Jacob Jozef (Jaap) Ravelli (1916-2011) is a well known Dutch ceramic artist from the 20th century. Together with his brother he started a pottery workshop in 1942 and from the fifties onwards his designs became very popular. The Ravelli pottery designs are very distinct and recognisable and were quite modern in those days. These days the Ravelli pottery pieces are great and modern looking mid-century pieces. In great vintage shape with no faults. Signed Ravelli at the underside. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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