Polia Pillin Hand-Painted Figurative Studio Pottery Vessel, California, C. 1950s

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Expressive hand-painted ceramic vessel by Polia Pillin, celebrated for her painterly, figurative approach to mid-century studio pottery. This piece features … Read more Expressive hand-painted ceramic vessel by Polia Pillin, celebrated for her painterly, figurative approach to mid-century studio pottery. This piece features two stylized figures rendered in soft, muted tones—blues, greens, ochres, and blush—framed by a dark glazed rim. The imagery feels intimate and narrative, a hallmark of Polia Pillin’s work and her background in fine art and painting.

The form is simple and organic, allowing the artwork to take center stage, blurring the line between functional vessel and sculptural canvas. A standout example of California studio pottery, ideal for collectors of mid-century modern ceramics, figurative art, or thoughtfully curated interiors.

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• Artist: Polia Pillin
• Origin: California, USA
• Date: circa 1950s
• Medium: Hand-thrown and hand-painted glazed ceramic
• Style: Mid-Century Modern / Studio Pottery / Figurative See less