Mid 20th Century Conch Shell Form Art Pottery Tea Set With Pink Interior Glaze

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Description

A sculptural mid-century modern art pottery tea set featuring organic shell-inspired forms. This is a rare set as most examples … Read more A sculptural mid-century modern art pottery tea set featuring organic shell-inspired forms. This is a rare set as most examples are of different glaze combinations and not a full set. As this is likely a small studio output, finding a set this complete is very difficult.

Finished in a cream speckled stoneware body with iron-oxide striping and a distinctive blush-pink interior glaze. The sculptural seashell motif and biomorphic silhouettes reflect the coastal and organic modern design aesthetic popular in the United States during the 1950s–1960s.

Unmarked, as typical for many mid-century art pottery studios. All pieces are cohesive in form and glaze, indicating original production as a matched set rather than later assembly.
A striking decorative and collectible tea service that displays beautifully even when not in use.

Set Includes
Teapot with lid (7in.x7in.)
4 teacups (2x3.5)
4 saucers (1x5)
Creamer (3.5x2.5)
Sugar bowl - No lid (3x2)

Condition

Very good vintage condition. No chips, cracks, or repairs observed. Minor surface variations consistent with original production and firing. See less