Vintage Solveig Cox Mid Century Shino Glazed Abstract Figurative Pottery, Signed

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Artist: Solveig Cox (American, 1931–2017)
Title: [Untitled Figural Vessel]
Date: Mid-20th Century
Medium: Glazed stoneware (Shino-type glaze)
Dimensions: Height 4.6 … Read more Artist: Solveig Cox (American, 1931–2017)
Title: [Untitled Figural Vessel]
Date: Mid-20th Century
Medium: Glazed stoneware (Shino-type glaze)
Dimensions: Height 4.6 in. (11.7 cm); Diameter 3.38 in. (8.6 cm)
Signature: Signed on the base
Condition: Good. Wear consistent with age.

Description:

A small-scale ceramic vessel by Virginia studio potter Solveig Cox. The piece features an abstract figurative motif rendered under a Shino-type glaze, characterized by its thick, opaque white field with areas of variegated coloration where the glaze interacts with the clay body or applied pigments. The form and surface treatment are consistent with Cox's mid-century studio production.

Artist Biography:

Solveig Cox (1931–2017) was an American ceramic artist known for her hand-thrown and hand-built functional ware, often featuring whimsical figurative and animal motifs. She developed her pottery techniques in Munich, Germany, during the 1950s. Upon returning to the United States, Cox established her studio practice in Virginia, where she achieved commercial success selling her distinctive ceramic ware, giftware, and furniture across the country. Her work is characterized by bold glazes, expressive linework, and a playful engagement with form and decoration. See less